Civil War flashback includes British concerns and Union battles
Fifty years ago this week in May 1863 reports describe British lawmakers urging action over Union prize cases while Lord Russell and Lord Derby defend U.S. seizure legality. The week recounts Confederate raids near Sherwood Missouri and Yazoo River operations, Vicksburg assault, and various captures and skirmishes across multiple theaters.
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Lincoln
Earl Russell
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Alabama
England
Lord Derby
Lord Russell
Marquis of Clanrisarde
Second
Kansas Artillery
Sherwood
Livingston
Haines Bluff
Yazoo River
Admiral Porter
Carrsville
Benjamin's Five Portions and Tribulation Saints Tale
A Bible Students reflection links Joseph as Messiah type and Benjamin the five portions gift. It explains two tribulation classes: elect Church and Great Company arising from Israel through a special Covenant typified by Rachel. Benjamin's five portions symbolize grace to Benjamin’s line and the Great Company ascent to a higher spiritual state.
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Something Just as Good Chronicle
A humorous anecdote describes a merchant who dies and meets St. Peter at the golden gate. The spirit seeks entry but is told heaven is closed, yet a suitable alternative is offered, described with a cheerful recommendation.
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Golden Gate
St. Peter
Heaven
Picture Hanging Tip Cuts Effort with Cur Pole Groove
A simple method helps hang pictures by cutting a groove in the end of a curtain pole and threading the picture wire through it. This lets the wire be hoisted to the nail or hook, reducing trips up and down ladders and improving the view of the final arrangement.
Wonderful Skin Salve Bucklen’s Arnica for skin ills
J T Sossaman publisher of News of Cornelius NC says one box helped a serious skin ailment after other remedies failed. Recommended by Joe K Smock Son druggists. Only 25c. Burns bruises boils inflamation soothing healing.
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Bucklen
J. T. Sossaman
News
Cornelius, N. C
Joe K. Smock & Son
Wrong man lynching in Crimson Gulch averted
In a gritty exchange Three-Finger Sam defends a plan to lynch Piute Pete in Crimson Gulch saying the target could not be wrong since Pete is next in line. The dialogue hints at vigilante frontier justice and local tensions.
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Crimson Gulch
Three-Finger
Sam
Piute Pete
Coughs and Colds Treated With Foley's Honey and Tar Compound
Omaha reader reports his daughter suffered a severe cough and cold from the floods in Ohio. He credits Foley's Honey and Tar Compound with knocking it out quickly. Refuse substitutes. For sale by Joe K. Smock.
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Joe K. Smock & oSn
English wit in New York over two weeks praises old stories and new wine
An English wit visiting New York for two weeks after a dinner remarked it has been excellent and that he has never heard older stories or drunk newer wine in his life.
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New York
The Boy and the Man’s Chance for Success
A reflection on a boy who relies on others for answers and imagines future triumph if he gains another’s opportunity. The piece contrasts dependency with earned achievement and hints at the adult belief in chance over effort.
Constipation Cured by New Life Pills Advise From Sanbury User
Dr Kings New Life Pills claim prompt relief from constipation and improved bowel health. John Supsic of Sanbury Pa endorses them for constipation indigestion and liver complaints saying they are the best pills he ever used. Price 25c. Recommend by Joe K Smock and Son druggists.
Foley Kidney Pills Claim Cures for Kidney and Bladder Ailments
Mrs. Cordelia Copeland of Ardeola Missouri reports kidney and bladder trouble lasting over a year cured after taking five bottles of Foley Kidney Pills. The advertisement asserts similar results for all users and promotes sale by Joe K. Smock & Son.
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Cordelia Copeland
Ardeola
Foley
Joe K. Smock & Son
Why the Nickname Fighting Parson
A judge quips that the nickname arose from the parson needing to fight his parishioners to secure his salary.
Daily Thought on Self-Reliance and Will
A brief reflection cites Emerson on discontent as a lack of self-reliance and a weakness of will. It frames self-trust as key to resolve inner unrest and personal strength.
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Emerson
Good Time Far Away. Nearly everybody will be sensible when common sense becomes come
The fragment presents a quip about time and common sense with no clear event, person, or location. It lacks verifiable facts or named entities to anchor a news-style record.
Best Medicine for Colds From Dr. King's New Discovery
Marion Ohio druggist C Lower testifies Dr King s New Discovery cured his wife of a severe bronchial cold after other remedies failed It is billed as a home doctor and available in bottles of 50c and 1 00. Guaranteed by Joe K Smock Son druggists.
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C. Lower
Marion
Ohio
Dr. King
Joe K. Smock & Son
Candy making as a business for girls in holidays
The article argues girls can turn fudge and fondant into a commercial venture by creating unique candy shapes for holidays. It notes candy’s popularity at church socials and suggests innovative packaging and seasonal products can attract buyers. It urges young women to consider opportunities from Easter eggs to Valentine hearts and Fourth of July treats.
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Mary Elizabeths
Virginia Lees
Quieting Noisy Boys With Morning Treasures
A maiden aunt offers a playful Sunday ritual to awaken a household. Two brown paper bags tied with strings conceal animal crackers candy fruit and scrap book pictures. Children spend minutes untying knots as adults rise refreshed and amused by the simple treasure hunt.
How to Make Delicate Perfume
Rich perfumes can be made by selecting desired blossoms, soaking in oil for a day, straining, and repeating to strength. Mix the extracted essence with equal parts rectified spirits, let stand three weeks with daily shaking, then strain and bottle for use.
How to Repair Derby Hats
A damaged derby hat can be restored by briefly warming the cracked area with a lighted match then brushing vigorously with a stiff brush. The heat softens the felt and enables it to regain a smooth surface as if undamaged.
How to Improve Hard Sauce
Advice for shaping hard sauce by heating a small amount of sweet cream to improve texture. The cream softens the sauce, making it less strictly "hard" as it blends in.
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