Escape by Sand and Deception Behind Rebel Lines
A 5th Pennsylvania cavalry sergeant recalls a near capture near Port Conway. Surrounded by Confederate guards after a river crossing, he orchestrates a ruse using sand pitched into guards eyes, aided by a York County comrade, to free nine fellow prisoners and seize weapons. The escape ends with guards surrendering and being disarmed.
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Port Conway
Fredericksburg
Richmond
5Th Pennsylvania Cavalry
Philadelphia Times
Bayard
Leutenant
York County
Definition of cyclone fighter in playful exchange
A brief exchange defines a cyclone fighter as one who goes blowing around, with Mr Figg noting limited knowledge of fighters. The remark frames Tommy-Paw as a humorous or colloquial reference within a casual dialogue from the Indianapolis Journal.
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Tommy—Paw
Figg
Indianapolis Journal
Travel Companions of Sheriff Wear Link Cuffs Says Quote
A remark notes that link cuffs are much worn by the sheriff’s traveling companions, reflecting a common practice or rumor of the period.
Editor taunts poet over reputation in Detroit Journal squabble
A terse exchange shows an editor accusing a contributor of lacking reputation. The poet responds vaguely, and the editor suggests consulting two or three minor editors before resuming dialogue with the Detroit Journal.
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Detroit Journal
Worth Its Weight In Gold Doctor Ad Promises Cure
An 67 year old Omaha woman praises Dr Kay Renovator for curing constipation indigestion and sleepless nights and claims it is worth its weight in gold. The ad urges readers to write for free medical advice a 68 page book 56 recipes and free samples of Renovator or Lung Balm from Dr B J Kay Medical Co Western Office Omaha Neb.
Don’t judge by appearances the girl with a sailor hat
A brief item suggests a girl wearing a sailor hat may not have experience with a rowboat, highlighting a contrast between appearance and ability. It implies curiosity about competence behind a nautical look.
No-To-Bac Promise of Quick Tobacco Cure
An advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a magic remedy to quit tobacco easily and forever. It claims to boost vitality and nerve strength, urging readers to obtain the product from druggists with a money back guarantee and to request a free booklet and sample.
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Sterling Remedy Co
Cincago
New York
Untitled remark on tears and manipulation
A contentious statement claims a woman's tears are natural manipulation to gain control, presenting a gendered viewpoint on emotions and influence.
Allen's Foot-Ease Promotes Warm Dry Feet in Shoes
An advertisement extols Allen's Foot-Ease powder for foot warmth and dryness addressing frostbites damp sweating feet and corns. It promotes a 25 cent price at druggists and shoe stores with free samples from Allen S. Olmsted LeRoy New York, citing a Chicago Daily News note about racing horses and skin illness avoided by readers.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
Leroy,n.y
Smoke Sledge Cigarettes 20 for 5 Cents Offer
An odd classified-style query asks why one cannot tan a dog hide with bark while noting a bargain for Smoke Sledge Cigarettes sold as 20 for five cents. The snippet juxtaposes a product promo with a humorous riddle.
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Chicago Daily News
California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louisville
York, WY
N. Y. Omaha
Sciatica, Lumbaco
ST. Jacobs
Ase of
Canada
Land of Plenty
Department Interior
Ottawa
W. V. Bennett
N. Y. Life Building
Omaha
Neb
America
la Crosse
Wis
du, J
Hoffman, Isabella Bidg
Chicago
Ill
DR. McCrew
14Th & Farnam Sts
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