Elephants in History Reach Through Royal Courts
The article traces elephants in European history from ancient conquests to medieval rulers. It notes Haroun al Rashid sending an elephant to Charlemagne, Henry III holding an African elephant in the Tower of London, Emanuel of Portugal sending one to Pope Leo X, and 1629 gifts to James I with costly upkeep and odd feeding quirks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati Enquirer
Rome
Europe
Go Haroun al Rashid
Tanis IV
Deanne Henuc
Egypt
Henry III
England
Tower of
London
Tower of London
Emanuel
Portugal
Leo X
Spain
James I
Scotland
Peaceful Slumber Interrupted by a Monotonous Tale
A pea captain sits to write but dozes off as a breathless, self important narrator bursts in with a long, dull tale. The captain attempts to interrupt yet the speaker maintains pace with a monotonous sing song and waning prospects of conclusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telinus
Ant
Ceaene
Uae
Tragic End Follows Weary Life Of Boston Couple
A Boston Courier report recalls a fifty year marriage ending in poverty and hardship. An elderly man, worn by age and sorrow, dies in their poor lodgings after a night of dejection. His wife awakens to find him dead at dawn, marking a quiet, grim end to a long decline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Courier
Wanamaker Advertising Plans and Notable Mentions
John Wanamaker of Philadelphia champions straightforward newspaper advertising, paying publishers for column space and avoiding posters. He notes profits rise with careful copy and direct publisher collaboration, and he plans to increase ad spend as profits warrant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
The Five Sisters Health and Wealth Fates
Five sisters Flora Scholarly Susan Coquettish Cora Anna and Sensible Sarah pursued fashion books wealth looks and health. Dr Pieses Golden Medical Discovery improved Sarah who married wealth. Cora faded Susan’s sight declined Flora grew nervous Anna’s husband drank. Berennne and O Connor hosted a reception as Senators Sherman and Ingalls spoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flora
Susan
Cora
Anna
Sarah
Dr.Pieses
Bartholdi Statue Promotes Liberty and a Medical Patent
The article lauds the Statue of Liberty on Bedloe's Island as a sublime modern icon. It also advertises Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a universal remedy with a money back guarantee, and notes Senator Edmunde’s brief winter trip to Aiken, South Carolina with his family.
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Bartholdi
Bedloe’s Island
New York
Dr. Pierce
Edmunde
Was
Aiken
8. C
Behind the Curtain of Patent Medicines and Politics
A Boston drug house letter promotes J Jacobs Oil as a trusted remedy with wide support from New England druggists. It cites personal cases and tests, contrasts with overpriced ads, and mentions Allen's Lung Balsam and other products. The piece also notes Winnipeg gas fires, postmasters' convention, and political rumors about Gen Bri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Charles A. Vogeler Co
Baggg
J. Jacobs Oil
New England
Doolittle & Smith
Allen
Christmas Readiness and Medical Queries Highlight 19th Century Mail
Fragmentary letters discuss Christmas gifts and readiness, requests for portraits and notes on young Lamar’s speech. Public health letters urge cures for consumption and praise The North Star Lung and Throat Balm. Mentions include D. Slocum and Patti, with travel and postal references shaping a dated maillike page.
St Paul Carnival Offers Winter Sports Suits to Clubs
Auerbach Finch and Van Slyck announce readiness to supply men s toboggan and snow shoe suits with two season experience to clubs. They served prominent clubs statewide and Carnival opens January 25. Orders should be sent early.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auerbach, Finch & van Slyck
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Lufien Chatelain
Antibes
Riveria
Germany
Nice
Hall
Steers
Ward
Albert Edward
Messia
Berennne
O’connor
Sherman and
Ingalls
Stanford
Congress
Winnipeg
Cleveland Land
Dr.Pierce
Bri
Senate
Mexico
Saxiar
Lamar
Washington
Edge
D. Ress
T. A. Slocum
M. C
N.Y
Parker
Hipsland
Mme
Patti
St.Paul
Wan
Cone Son
Arfetora
Draggista
Uys
Acerta
Covas
dAillen
Feller
Jackeon &T
St. Paul
Minn
Bre
Howard & Wilson Pub. CO
Chicago
WW. N. UL
Gomery Ward & Co
Michigan Avenue
INKEL
Eee
ITANO
Weis
S. E. Olson & CO
Mammoth Wholesale and Retai Dry Goods
Nicollet Avenue
Minneapolis
Ni Mall
Te. T
Unie Deparste
Is Advan
GO Bisenti Gery
Eminem
Mareral
Molly
Mich
Stein J. F. Williamson
PEO Comeminer
Patent Office
J. Weatherby
Kansas City
Alkene Jrgm
Torre
J.P. Allen
Sdatana Aoe Bros. & Cutler
Leanrecsea
Renin
Murray&Co
Foxat
Aurer
Murat
Chas.a.kellogg
Kewaunee
Fey Doree
M.D
Amsterdam
Bok Ness
H. Nelson
Mig Bostom
Pat Sarkae
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