Almanac Maker Grier and a Rain Trickster Tale in Georgia
A long excerpt blends a Georgia reminiscence about Robert Grier and his almanac with a country story of a rain prophecy and a boy who exposes the weather lie. The piece shifts to a dialect scene in a Kentucky town featuring Ab and Zeb, their drinking spree, jail, and the feud sparked by a town marshal’s intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grier
Robert Grier
Georgia
Kentucky
Zeb
Zob
Arkunean Travoer
Free treatment at London Hospitals biased by class
Cor respondent from the New York World reports that London Hospitals offer free care but Dr Campbell observes most applicants are well to do. He notes well dressed Indies and a stylish young woman studying on the continent, often accompanied by a prosperous brother. Personal examinations by students occur regardless of status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Hospitals
London
Campbell
Cor
New York World
Secret of the Kaiser's Longevity Legend
A Bavarian legend claims Kaiser Wilhelm II drinks a mysterious elixir granting long life and power. The tale says he would share the mystic spirit with Moltke and Bismarck but not the Crown Prince, and hints it sparked tensions leading to war between Russia and Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser Wilhelm
Futhermore
Marshal Moltke
Prince Bismarck
Van
Cezar
Keiser
Russia
Germany
Wh Mole We SU Soother at hand in infant care claim
An early patent medicine advertisement touts a soothing remedy described as non opiate, claiming it relieves infantile disorders with gentle action. The copy emphasizes ease of pain and natural relief, naming a brand variant and price in a promotional tone.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Kaiser
Ahmar Aral
Weir Arieei
Fung
Ebmnes
W. Jomarton & CO
Jeffersen
B.S Webb
Gratiot
Alina
School Books
Harper's Barnes
Uggiless Dlaars
Danky Star
Lucky Spot
Wright
B.S. Webs
Alma, Mich
B. W. Ellison
Kelso Bros
Phanther Hall & Tropic
J. M. MONTIGEL & = CO
Oliver Chilled Plows
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!