Linton Park Granted Permission to Browse by Lincoln
A story from Youth's Companion recounts Linton Park, an inmate of Erie Soldiers' and Sailors' Home, who joined the Civil War chorus and asked President Lincoln to allow him to graze as a vegetarian. Lincoln granted a humorous pass permitting Park to browse wherever he chooses, a note Park still holds.
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Erie
Father Abraham
Washington
District of Columbia
Park
Army Park
Lincoln
Israel
Egypt
Indiana County
Nebuchadnezzar
Mr. Park
Ailing Women Learn Kidney Health Cure
Mrs. W. G. Davis of Groesbeck Texas testifies that after using Deans Kidney Pills she passed gravel stones, regained strength, and saw improved health. She reports back pain dizziness and irregular kidney action improved. sold by all dealers for 50 cents a box Milburn Co. Buffalo W. Z.
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W. G. Davis
Groesbeck
Texas
Dean
Ter Milburn Co
Buffalo, W. Z
Boy's remark on birds during excursion becomes humorous tale
A Brooklyn Citizen report recounts a little boy on a country trip who sees birds overhead and tells his hostess, Look up Tommy, See the pretty birds flying through the air. Then with a gentle note he adds, Poor little fel'ers they ain't got no cages, have they? reflecting innocence in the moment.
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Brooklyn Citizen
Tommy
Detroit Free Press
One Question Settled in a Humorous Exchange
A brief Chicago Tribune quip shows Ketchum A Cummin asking Hedzi Wynne where to spend the summer months. Wynne replies with a humorous takeaway that he will go wherever his wife and daughters can agree, saving him trouble.
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Ketchum A. Cummin
Hedzi Wynne
Chicago Tribune
Speech rehearsal rattles upstairs in Uni versal Peace society
A neighbor asks if a fit is happening as 7 John rehearses the address he will deliver tomorrow before the Universal Peace society, per a Chicago Tribune report.
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John
Universal Peace Society
Chicago Tribune
Time to Get Busy
A terse humorous exchange shows a husband ordering his wife to pack for departure within 48 hours as the train leaves in two days, signaling imminent separation or travel. The brief dialogue reflects relationship tension and urgency in a domestic scene.
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Chicago Daily News
No roses, many thorns plaguing Detroit Free Press
A quote attributed to Detroit Free Press reflects on hardship, noting that many thorns exist without roses. It presents a somber musing on adversity and resilience.
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Detroit Free Press
Man lifts himself by own air to reach enviable heights
A concise aphorism notes that while a man cannot lift himself by bootstraps, he can elevate himself through his own hot air, asserting belief in self-made ascent through personal rhetoric.
Dangers and Pain of The Critical Period
A promotional notice touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the key remedy for women entering menopause. It claims the change of life brings anxiety and various symptoms, citing a Chester Town Maryland testimonial of relief after using the product and invites women to seek free advice from Mrs. Pinkham's daughter-in-law in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia FE. Pinkham
Bloodhounds Follow Leads in Ohio Engineer Shooting
Cincinnati reports on June 5 flagging a hunt for a negro and an Italian in connection with the shooting of Harry Jones, an engineer at a Big Four camp between Elizabethtown and Cleves. Jones was shot twice from behind as he left the camp Friday night, with one bullet breaking his left arm and the other lodging in his neck. He was later moved to Elmira, Michigan, for care.
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Cincinnati
Harry Jones
Elizabethtown
Cleves
Jones
Elmira
Mich
Dead Man Revived After Near Morgue Trip
Henry Wellsworth, 40, found unconscious in a Clifton Springs distillery stable stall by workers. Believed kicked by a horse, a patrol officer assumed death and sent for Dr. Osmond. The doctor prepared to transport to the morgue before Wellsworth breathed, allowing revival.
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Cincinnati
Henry Wellsworth
Clifton Springs
Osmond
Wellsworth
Hay Was Diplomatic Ever
The American Spectator recounts John Hay showing wary humor in handling Twain manuscripts. Hay refused Gunn's plan to print copies, calling it immoral to profit from Twain without consent, yet kept a single proof for himself while Gunn obtained one.
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John Hay
American Spectator
Hay
Alexander Gunn
Cleveland
Mark Twain
Gunn
Twain
Robbers Break Into Findlay Store Safe
SAFE UNLOCKED Findlay Ohio June 5 The general store of Stanley Brushwood at Van Buren was broken into Monday morning The robbers entered via the post office in the store and blew open the safe taking 50 cents in change and 50 cents in stamps The door was hurled away Sheriff Groves followed the trail to the eastern part of the village but lost it.
Governor Pardons Three Ohio Penitentiary Prisoners
Columbus Ohio June 5 Gov Patti son pardoned Edward Harrington of Muskingum county for robbery after serving seven of ten years Thomas Carter of Hamilton county for manslaughter after serving two of fifteen years and Alexander Brown of Ashtabula county for five years after serving three years
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Columbus
Pattison
Edward Harrington
Muskingum County
Thomas Carter
Hamilton
Alexander Brown
Ashtabula County
Attorney General rules full seizure includes business fixtures
In Columbus on June 5 Attorney General Wade H. Ellis, via Prosecuting Attorney Fitzgibbon of Newark, states that under the search and seizure act officers may seize not only stock but also implements and furniture used in operating the illegal tavern.
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Columbus
Wade H. Ellis
Fitzgibbon
Newark
Cleveland Bonds Halted Over Printing Error
Cleveland buyers, after legal counsel advice, refuse to take four parts of city bonds sold last week until a printing error is corrected. The bonds were signed and ready for delivery.
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Cleveland, O
Arson convict escapes jail in West Union. $500 reward offered
West Union Ohio June 5 W E Gregory convicted of arson in the Manchester fire of January 1 escaped from the county jail. County commissioners have posted a 500 reward for his capture.
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West Union
W. E. Gregory
Manchester
Ohio guard company departs for state duty
Chillicothe Ohio June 5 Company M Fourth O N G 45 men in command of Capt Albert Wilson left for Columbus Monday to report for state duty Capt Wilson is engaged to be married to Miss Maud Haynes on Wednesday night
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Chillicothe, O
Albert Wilson
Columbus
Wilson
Maud Haynes
River death identified as farm hand Fred Betterlie
In Miamisburg Ohio on June 5 Rev As F Davis found a man’s body in the river. Fred Smith hauled the corpse to shore and Howard Tansy of Dayton identified him as Fred Betterlie a 35 year old farm hand.
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Miamisburg
F Davis
Fred. Smith
Howard Tansy
Dayton
Fred Betterlie
Presbyterian synod to hold next year in Allegheny Pa
Bellefontine Ohio date line reports the Reformed Presbyterian Synod of North America, meeting at Pelle Center, disapproves of secret societies. The invitation to hold the synod next year at Allegheny Pennsylvania has been accepted.
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Bellefontaine, O
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Reformed ‘Presbyterian Synod of North America
Pelle
Allegheny
Mayor Dempsey Named Defendant in Local Option Suit
Cincinnati June 5 Mayor Dempsey received notice that he is a defendant in the test suit to determine the legality of the Jones local option law. It marks the first suit against him as mayor.
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Cincinnati
Dempsey
Real ruler of England is a permanent official
A London editorial mocks the British system, describing the top official as an easy going, pension secured figure who avoids reform and spends minimal days at work while staying awake. It portrays him as driven mainly by hatred of reformers.
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Barnacles
England
London
Geography. Teacher Now Bobby Where is St Paul
A cryptic student exchange hints at locating St Paul with playful mishearings and a light classroom moment. The dialogue frames discovery and confusion, illustrating geography teaching dynamics and student engagement in a casual, humorous tone.
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Bobby
St. Paul
A Chicken Party Card Game Exchange
A playful dialogue between two chickens centers on a surprise party invitation. One asks about attendance and the other confirms with a cryptic menu request, ending with a humorous judge’s remark.
Plenty of Room Leader Drinks Wine Night
A fragment from a dialogue hints at Cholly drinking heavily, with remarks about his capacity and heading into a troubled mood as the scene notes the wine's effect on him.
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Cholly
Hat-pin mix up at theater causes blushes
A gentleman in front rows tries to pass an amber hat-pin to several women, mistaken for owners. After two strangers briefly admire and return it, his wife reveals the pin is hers, prompting sheepish smiles from the crowd.
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Chicago Daily News
Downing
Paderewski Bellboy Tale Recalls Boston Incident
Rosamond Johnson of Cole and Johnson, authors of Under the Bamboo Tree, once worked as a bellboy at Young's hotel in Boston. He briefly risked dismissal by playing Paderewski's Minuet for the pianist who could not understand English, prompting the manager to expel him. Paderewski later learned the truth, praised the boy, and had him reinstated.
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Cole & Johnson
Young’s
Boston
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Young Johnson
Johnson
Only One Luxury at a Time Joke
A brief witticism from American Spectator notes that a person never wears both a dress watch and a dress suit, suggesting good form in alternating priorities. The gag hinges on the impracticality of matching two luxury items at once.
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American Spectator
Homecoming Rift Leaves Man Fuming at Family Gathering
A man enraged by unexpected kinfolk at his home confronts a tense scene as relatives gather, turning what should be a peaceful return into a charged family confrontation. The incident underscores domestic friction and social intrusion during a personal moment.
Old Soldier Credits Postum Change for Health Rebound
An elderly veteran, released from coffee at 72, recounts prolonged malarial illness tied to coffee, followed by a doctor’s warning to quit coffee. He switched to Postum, improved within days, now works hard daily, and endorses proper preparation while noting others may grow to like Postum too.
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Postur Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Buying Paint For Spring Home Maintenance
A practical guide urges spring repainting to protect wood and iron, explains how fresh oily paint revives dead coats, and argues that painting now saves long term costs. It compares modern conveniences with past burdens, warns against ultra cheap paints, and emphasizes buying from reputable manufacturers with solid guarantees and familiar brands.
Troubles of Spring Days In Chapman Kansas
An old hen helps radishes sprout, a house dog tunnels the flower beds, and a neighbor's cow lopes across the freshly prepared lawn in Chapman Kansas in a lighthearted note.
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Chapman
Mars communication and professionalism questioned
A Washington Star astronomy quote questions the feasibility of talking with Mars. The astronomer refuses to spoil yet unwritten magazine articles by arguing against the possibility, stressing professional restraint.
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Mars
Washington Star
Mrs Nurich Robbery Incident Sparks Fearful Reaction
A quoted dialogue recalls a robbery where Mrs Nurich was held up with only five cents in her purse. She feels fear and anger, worried others will think she lacks money. The exchange highlights concerns over reputation and financial embarrassment following the incident.
Particulars Wanted In A Letter From The Lovers
A fragment from the Columbus Dispatch features Brakeleigh pledging to a beloved woman with airy romance. The dialogue hints at romantic turmoil and social tension indicated by a girl with an obese bank balance.
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Brakeleigh
Columbus Dispatch
Stray Stories Snippet Dialogue Exchange
A brief excerpt shows a playful exchange where a speaker compliments grandeur and beauty while a responder thanks Miss Wilkins and apologizes for embarrassment in a stray story fragment.
Experience Makes Us Wise. What is a ralmist joke
A reader joke exchanges a playful definition of ralmist as a woman who uses her hand instead of a slipper. The line features a student quip and a teacher prompt, reflecting a classroom humor moment.
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Judy
When a Fellow Refuses a Girl He Drowns His Sorrow
A humorous reflection on how a man rejected by a girl may drink to cope. The line between drowning sorrow and celebrating becomes blurred, illustrating social mores and male coping in a lighthearted tone.
Prosperity's ruin and the pleasantest path of mishap
A pithy aphorism notes that prosperity has ruined many, yet if ruin comes to a man the most agreeable form is encountered through casual, agreeable circumstances rather than harsh misfortune.
The Care of the Teeth in Public Health Speak
Advice on dental care stresses daily brushing after meals or rinsing, removing food particles with thread, using soft fibrous brushes, lukewarm rinses, and avoiding acids. Emphasizes teeth’ role in digestion, appearance, speech, and aging, and warns against tartar formation and overhard brushing.
Status of Christian Endeavor World Union Meeting
The annual meeting at Tremont Temple Boston reports 67551 societies across five continents and islands. In the U S there are 45250 societies and Britain Ire lands total 10772. The next World's Christian Endeavor convention meets in Geneva July 28 to August 1 with a large American delegation sailing from Boston.
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Status of Christian Endeavor
Christian Endeavor Union
Tremont Temple
Boston
United States
Great Britain
Ireland
Christian Endeavor
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A Bishop and Senator Debate Church Attendance
A visiting bishop in Washington challenged a senator on attending church. The senator cited hypocrisy as his reason, and the bishop replied that there is always room for another one. The exchange appeared in the Philadelphia Ledger.
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Washington
Philadelphia Ledger
Tibetan Family Custom Drives First-born Toward Monastic Life
A traditional Tibetan practice requires every family to dedicate its first-born male child to the monastic path. After birth the boy is taken to a Buddhist monastery for upbringing and priestly training.
Bonnet Bargain Sparks Husband Wife Argument
A Chicago Daily News exchange captures a wife defending a cheap bonnet purchase while a husband laments the cost. The playful dialogue highlights frugal spring fashion and domestic budget tensions in a lighthearted note.
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Chicago Daily News
Something New at Church Floors and Firesides
A London News item notes Mary the house maid tells a friend about church improvements. She mentions mains on site and linoleum atop the aisle, with the startling claim that insects are burned at both services.
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Mary
London News
Bank of Ireland Refuses Erse Checks Angers Gaels
A dispute erupts as the Bank of Ireland declines to honor checks written in Erse while accepting Japanese and Russian cheques. Gaels protest the policy, arguing equal treatment for languages.
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Erse
Bank of Ireland
Skin Disease Cure Ad With Cuticura Remedies
In 1905 Thomas M Rossi ter of East Orange New Jersey reports a long battle with eczema since 1894. After trying hospital treatment and spending hundreds of dollars he credits Cuticura Ointment and Cuticura Soap for a complete recovery. He describes extensive symptoms and asserts his face head and body were affected before healing and being able to work again.
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Allersons
Thomas M. Rossiter
Prospect Street
East Orange
N. J
Telephone number mystery sparks quick math reveal
In a Chicago Tribune snippet a young woman complains of no answer to a telephone call and insists the man has a number. He calculates aloud that the digits add to twenty three, then hurries to leave.
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Chicago Tribune
City Hall Request Checks Streetcar Courtesy
A Detroit Free Press item notes a polite exchange on a street car. A woman asks for the city hall, the new conductor explains the policy of courteous service and notes another passenger with a green feather hat asked first. The anecdote underscores orderly conduct and rigidity of rules.
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City Hall
Detroit Free Press
Man’s hostile entrance rattles hotel staff in Washington Star excerpt
A hotel clerk recalls a man who began to kick as soon as he entered the office and the proprietor notes the guest behaves as if he had always faced the worst of everything. The Washington Star quotes the exchange.
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Washington Star
Pointer for Percy Raffle Banter in Ledger
Nell Percy Vere remarks that he hopes to win you with luck but Belle-Well replies that luck alone won’t win her. She asserts she is no raffle, as quoted in the Philadelphia Ledger.
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Percy
Nell
Percy Vere
Belle
Philadelphia Ledger
Bravery Rewarded After Cherokee Wreck Gift
Capt. Mark Casto received a $1,500 Carnegie hero fund award for bravery in the Cherokee wreck. He described the gift as unexpected, contrasting it with a humorous homecoming anecdote about a husband tiptoeing in after a late night. The tale involves his modest reaction and the wife’s sly retort.
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Mark Casto
Carnegie Hero Fund
New York Tribune
Capt. Casto
Scintillations on Morals and Divisive Living
A Ram's Horn excerpt criticizes double dealing and unhealed national heartlessness, arguing prosperity hinges on conscience. It warns that new life causes old leaves to fall and equates slander with bad breath whose proof rests only with its origin.
Square Deal Prisoner Pleads for Sentence Reduction
A prisoner, facing judgment, asks the judge not to be prejudiced by his lawyer's poor defense and to give him the sentence he would have received if he had pleaded guilty. The note contrasts this with witty quotes about marriage and happiness from Chicago Tribune and New York Press.
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Chicago Tribune
Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer Advertises Cure
Cure claims for fits St Vitus Dance and all nervous diseases by Dr Kline Restorer. Free trial bottle and treatise offered for $2.90. Address listed as Dr R H Kline Sd 931 and 933 Arch St Philadelphia PA.
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St. Vitus
Faux Pas Question Confounds An Urban Philosopher
An urban thinker dismisses asking a woman to define a faux pas as a social blunder, arguing the paradox shows unfamiliarity with etiquette. The remark highlights language and manners in contemporary discourse.
Anemia cures claimed by Mrs Forrester in Watertown
Mrs George Forrester of 7 Curtig street Watertown New York recounts severe fainting spells from anemia after a cold left her weak. She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with restoring her blood and strength after a physician’s initial lack of progress. The pills are described as increasing red blood cells and restoring health, with a sales note offering mail order purchases.
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George Forrester
Curtig Street
Watertown
N.Y
Ingenuity of the Lazy Genius
A Brookfield Missouri Gazette quips that the average loafer shows notable cleverness in avoiding work, noting the paradox of genius in staying unemployed and idle.
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Brookfield (Mo
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