Indian enfranchisement and the path to citizenship
A historical essay argues for ending guardianship of competent Indians and granting full citizenship. It highlights leaders like Henry Roe Cloud and Robert Owen, notes military service impact, and cites Sells policy shifts, land and education gains, and growing self sufficiency among tribes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress of Indian Blood
Robert Latham Owen
Oklahoma
William Wirt Bastings
Old
Indian Territory
Cherokee Male Seminary
Vanderbilt University
Washington
Baltimore
Hastings
Charles Daugherty Carter
Boggy Depot
Chickasaw Labor Academy
Tishimingo
I. T
Carter
Chickasaws
Ardmore Bank
Ardmore
Okla
Congress
Navy
Sells
Cato Sells
United States Indian Commissioner
Evolution of Pencil Graphite Hardness in Early Industry
Graphite from Cumberland mines supplied early pencil makers. As the best quality exhausted in the early 1800s, manufacturers used waste graphite ground with clay to create pencils of 14 degrees hardness and softness, offering more uniform color and hardness than whole graphite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bor
Cumberland
Waiting for Him
A fragment reports a planned meeting disrupted by mischief as the speaker foresees consequences from a pin prank at school with the Intended victim affected.
Bent Pin Surprise at School Seat
A student recounts sitting on a pin left in a chair bent over, causing a sharp moment of pain. The next morning the student forgot the pin was there, sat down hard, and exclaimed in surprise that the pin was still in place, prompting the teacher to react.
Cigar Puffing Parable Draws Comment from Boston Transcript
The Boston Transcript notes that the more a man puffs a cigar the smaller it becomes, applying the quip as a broader remark about certain men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Transcript
Lessons from Samuel. Noble life and service for youth
Review outlining Samuel biographies and character strengths for various ages. It covers main lessons from I Samuel and Peloubet notes, with senior prompts on leadership, faith, prayer, and public life. Emphasizes guiding questions and grade-appropriate activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gideon
Samuel
Eli
Saul
David
Peloubet
Leason
Jesus
Emmaus
Deborah
Ruth
Christ
God
Jonathan
The Supreme Beauty and the Image of the Son
The text says salvation is more than safety or heaven, focusing on conformity to the Image of the Son. It emphasizes that the goal is for these poor elements to attain this likeness through spiritual transformation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark
Seeing and Judging in Others
A succinct reflection on human nature noting people judge others more clearly than themselves. The quote attributes the idea to Terence and contrasts external perception with self-judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terence
Meant What She Said
In a witty exchange Mabel questions Marie about timing and apologies. Marie clarifies she lied about being out to avoid missing Boreleigh’s call, admitting she would be in when he calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel
Rip Rumble Tells Of Possible Surgery Theft Risk
Old Riley Rezzidew of Petunia jokes about Rip Rumble saying he would visit Kay Lee for a surgical operation and possibly lose his pocketbook. The Weekly Palladium editor calls the claim plain and plausible, noting familiarity with Ripley and Kansas City experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riley Rezzidew
Petunia
Kay Lee
Palladium
Ripley
Kansas City
Learned Lesson of Thrift in Bridgeton Youth
In Bridgeton New Jersey 25 youngsters invested 1000 in United States thrift stamps this year. They earned money by dishwashing sweeping dusting store clerking babysitting errands weed cutting coal delivery and other tasks. The effort shows time can be converted into money and may curb idle street corner activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sells
United States
New York
Bridgeton
New Jersey
Place Knew Her No More
A domestic melodrama hints at tension in a marriage as a wife accuses a quiet new maid of unsettling presence. The husband confirms suspicion, noting the maid’s discretion while the wife explains she left this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The Printing Office Rumpus Over a Devil to Pay
A dialogue hints at a heated dispute in a printing shop caused by the boss overlooking a costly consequence. The exchange suggests an unforeseen burden or fine looming over the operation, provoking a tense stir among workers.
Constipation linked to stomach liver and bowels issue
An advertisement claims Wright's Indias Vegetable Pilla restores regularity without riping and implies health benefits for digestive organs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
Indias
Open Bribery
A school scene unfolds as Jane cannot answer a teacher’s number question and offers animal crackers in exchange for mercy. The incident highlights classroom tensions and a child’s improvised attempt to get relief from a difficult quiz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Allen's Foot Ease Ad Claims Longer Shoe Wear
An advertisement asserts Allen's Foot Ease powder cleanses and deodorizes shoes. It promises better comfort by shaking the powder into shoes and foot baths, claims to reduce wear, and suggests women can wear one shoe size smaller after using the product each morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
East
Noble Relics of the Past: Arch of Titus and Colosseum
The article notes the Arch of Titus built in 70 A D to honor Emperor Titus after his death with relief sculpture and depictions of a Jewish triumphal procession. It also mentions the Colosseum, completed in 80 A D, once seating 50 000, now in ruins and linked to a Nero statue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Titus
Rome
Colosseum
Nero
Real friendship and the knitting of souls
The quote emphasizes an enduring bond where hearts exchange openly and souls align. It reflects intimate connection, mutual trust, and lasting companionship that defines true friendship.
Proving an Alibi Difficult as Inducing Indorsement
A terse reflection compares establishing an alibi with persuading an acquaintance to indorse a note, noting both tasks require credibility and effort. The saying echoes legal and social proof challenges in everyday disputes.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Five Civilized Nations
Osages
Wesley O. Howard
Supreme Court of New York
Yale University
S. M. Brostus
Indian Rights Association
H L Burleson
Protestant Episcopal
South Dakota
John W. Clark
National Indian Association
Raymond T. Bonnin
Zitkala-Sa
Society of American Indians
Thomas C. Moffett
Presbyterian Indian Mission Work
Sitting Bull
Semalior Bi
Qelaanah
Bala
Waporn International
P. B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Unics
Smuel
Beecham’s
Deuggi J
Europe
Hunt
Medford
Cantor
Richards Medicine Company
ING
Sherman, Texas
Mletcher
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!