The Miracle of the Pelargonium at the Big Tree Grove
A Western writer and Muriel wander through the Big Tree grove and outer forest where the giant redwoods loom. A planned marriage hinges on Muriel’s dream of philanthropy and a pelargonium rooted in a hollow tree, symbolizing a shared future and a new chapter for the author’s life and work.
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Names and fate entwined in a moral tale from London Tit-Bits
An English essayist recalls Dr Frederick Lee’s baptism rite and a factory tale about a ragged urchin. The priest’s insistence on grand names clashes with practicality. A factory merchant hires the boy after noticing a string picked up, prompting a wary ledger of fate and humility.
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Stonewall Jackson Surprised by Admiring Women in Battle
A Sunday Magazine portrait of General Stonewall Jackson traces humorous and stark episodes from his career. It recalls the famed retreat when surrounded by admiring women, his plain dress and hardiness, religious devotion, and moments of strategic genius in the valley campaign. The piece highlights his bond with Lee, quote laden humility, and the high price of victory.
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First Chain Cables Transform Naval Mooring History
A history of the shift from hemp to chain cables in navies highlights early trials by Robert Filnn in 1808 aboard the Anne and Isabella, and Samuel Brown aboard the Penelope. Trials, adoption, and cost implications show chain cables proving superior in storms and battles, altering naval mooring standards through 1847.
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Alpine Good Night hymn echoes from Swiss mountains
In the Alps a shepherd atop the highest reachable spot blows his Alpine horn and proclaims raise the Lord God. Nearby herdsmen hear the call, join with their horns, and repeat the phrase. The refrain lasts about fifteen minutes, echoing across the valleys and rocks.
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Notorious Scots Cobbler Faces Fine Or Jail
Danny Scot, a Scotch cobbler labeled a notorious offender, is ordered by a Forfar magistrate to pay a half crown fine or endure 24 hours hard labor. He initially opts for Perth jail but pays the fine instead, leaving the governor reluctant to release him without fare home. The case ends with Scot departing for home, having borne his own transport expense.
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The Baker's Dozen Origin in Medieval London
The phrase baker's dozen dates to medieval London when bakers, aided by hawkers, counted thirteen loaves to a dozen. The extra loaf served as the hawker's profit, a custom noted in the Liber Albus and recorded in the London book trade.
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Wonderful Eczema Cure Story From Henriet ta Pa
Our boy suffered eczema for five years. Two doctors called it hopeless due to lung involvement. After trying several doctors with no help, we read about Electric Bitters. A bottle brought improvement and after several bottles the boy was completely cured. Best of all blood medicines and body building health tonics guaranteed at Haydon & Robertson's drug store, 50c.
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