Public remarks and sharp digs about Henry Irving in 1878 readings
Bram Stoker notes that public speakers often say the opposite of their meaning. In a Reading at Ulster Hall a speaker praised Irving as morally upright, while a counterquip suggested he might steal. Dustin Stax quips about a chance at $10,000 highlighting distrust.
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The Simple Life
Dialogue fragment shows Mrs Kulcker and Kulcker debating morning routines. Kulcker refuses to light a fire or smoke before breakfast, while Mrs Kulcker urges rising time.
Munyon's Cold Cure Praised Over Life Insurance Policy
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The Diamond Ship Prologue by Max Pemberton
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The General Fordibras Family in London Narrative
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Fordibras
America
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South
Han
Fordibrag
Mystery of the missing pearls and London danger
Harriet notes her brother Tan grows anxious and plans to stay at home. Ean reveals recovering bronze pearls but fears a new attempt on his rare jewels, while Okyada the Japanese servant settles at the manor amid summer tensions and old secrets.
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Correcting speech prompts humorous misunderstanding in shop
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Baltimore American
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Rcamb
Marine Eye Remedy Ad Echoes Early Patent Cure Claims
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Dr Martel's Female Pill Seventeen Years Standard
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Hamlins Wizard Oil Garners Claims as Pain Remedy
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Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Promised Relief
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Jomny
G. Monpam
North
Minneapolis
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Pinkham
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