Child That Gave Trouble Nostalgic Lament in Verse
A reflective poem from Harper's Bazaar about a troublesome child. The speaker recalls a lively, noisy day full of slips and shouts and clamor, ending with quiet house and wistful memory of the once lively child. The piece blends affection with exasperation in a period voice.
Isabel’s Return and Winter at Elm Park
Isabel completes a perilous recovery for Harvey Falconer with the aid of Mrs. Montford and Lillian. As they travel to Elm Park Major Carrington welcomes them, while Dr. Conroy’s care and Lillian’s help strengthen the family bonds and confirm Isabel’s renewed love and resolve.
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The Early Mothers and Their Toils Across Time
A reflection on rare descriptions of 65 years ago showing wives and mothers bearing heavy farm and household labor. It contrasts frugal frontier living with modern conveniences and notes women’s daily duties from dawn to night, including milking, churning, care of children, and barter economy.
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A Crabby Bachelor Scolds Late Schoolgoer
A crabbed bachelor near Austin scolds Johnny Flapjack for arriving late to school. Johnny explains his mother, a widow, has remarried and he waited for breakfast. The comic exchange ends with a joke about a God married.
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