Fragmented humor and quotes from scattered newspaper chatter
Readable snippets of jokes, quips, and witticisms from a 19th or early 20th century paper. The collection spans puns, social observations, and brief dialogues featuring anonymous writers and named appearances, reflecting humor across several small items and inserted advertisements.
Mixed Victorian Fragments and Courtroom Anecdotes Reported
A Philadelphia and Boston mixed montage recounts rustic hardship on a Maine river expedition, a tense courtroom scene with a juror audience, a Vermont bride and Boston groom union with a Baptist quip, extravagant wedding finery and gifts, plus a street fare dispute decided by higher courts. Names include Miss Alice Hoguboom, Alfred Thompson, and local judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Hoguboom
Vermont
Alfred ‘Thompson
Boston
Beyl
Man Hoguboom
Albert
Alice
Turnip Trade Prompt Sparks Farmer and Editor Debate
A quirky exchange centers on a farmer seeking money for the pope and a remark about buying a toad of turnips. The editor challenges the farmer asking who is seventeen and hints at a broader matter to discuss before departure. The dialogue ends with a light, puzzling note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Husswerl
Theo
Farner
VanNess
Stanley and His Publishers Clash Over Africa Book Deal
The account recalls Henry M. Stanley negotiating with publishers in London led by Sampson Low & Co for his Africa book. Bradford recounts Stanley’s anger over Murray’s hesitation and Markham’s urging at a Royal Geographical Society event, culminating in Stanley’s sharp rebuke of publishers and a final offer of ten thousand pounds with profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank B. Kasson
Uistém Union
Henry M. Stanley
Briam Bradford
Sradford
London
Stanisho Wats
Brick
Sid
Livingstone
Murray
John Murray
Stanley
Tsaid Ton Wiley
Mivray
Goat
Sampson Low & Co
Gia
Bradford
Marston
Africa
Shunley
Cay
Hiefe
Teuniless
Mr. Bradfont
British Association
Atwas
Stuliy
C.K. Markham
Royal Geographical Sociaty
Dogn An Mairkhan
Stinley
Livingston
Neil
Bardstt-Coutts
Napoleon
Hin
Orl
Markham
Wil Mackhenr
Phen
Dnilder
Stanley Inul
Mr. Stanley
Change in American coinage designs debated in 19th century inquiry
A York Star report describes a Mint official and Senator Morrill pushing for modernization of U S coinage. They advocate artistic redesigns every twenty five years arguing other nations’ coins surpass the United States in artistry while a bill supported by Morrill and the minor director awaits Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York Star Report
Kimball
Morrill
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Willer
Biller
Plas
Journal of Education
Moilern Society
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New Yorkly
Topploft
Tuy Lakes
New York Weekly
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Philadelphia Record
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Percy
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Washington
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Minks
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Mulroy
Patsey
Land League
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Landon
Norrious Barard
O'Schmidt
McWhirtle
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Staryi Za Ty
Barney
Wait Brothers
Riddle Block
Ravenna
Ohio
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W. S. Krake & Co
A. B. Farrerin
General Assembly
State of
Gido
Auilerts
Fia Revere
Abilaciaul
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Rie Seratd
Offa
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Daniel J. Kyat
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Stale
Ayer
Ayn
John C. Levis
West Bridgewater
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Washington Street
Mass
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Fleming Bros
Pittsburch
Louisa Fleming Bros
Pittsburgh
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Pianus
Peck Thehones BO Duemers
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Maine
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