Visit with Zerelda Samuels reveals James family memories
A Globe Democrat correspondent and companion visit Zerelda Samuel's home near Kearney Missouri to learn of the James brothers past, their raiding days, and Mrs Samuels recounts the night Pinkerton men raided the house. She mourns the loss of her arm and her eight year old son Archie Payton, reflecting on their lives and Jesse and Frank’s fates.
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Missouri City
Globe Democrat
Globe-Democrat
Zerelda Samuels
James Boys
Counly
Here
Kearney
Samuels
Frank
Jesse
Ib Onne-Sitoly Struc Re
John
Robert Ford
Pinkerton
Archie Payton
James
JlissE W. James Dies at 81 in 1912
JlissE W. James died on April 3, 1912, at age 81 years six months and twenty days. The funeral services will be held at the family residence with burial in the city cemetery.
Samuel family recounts visits by curiosity visitors
Mrs Samuels guided us through the house noting pictures and items of interest. She laughed as she spoke of the many accidents that would occur during visits by curiosity visitors from the eastern states.
Negroes and Earthquakes Tales from the Charleston Quake
The Florida Herald recounts two Charleston earthquake stories. A frightened old negro prays for mercy and aid in plain terms while a white man’s prized dog breaks free and finds its master amid the panic. The Herald’s informant confirms the tales as true.
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Charleston
Florida Herald
Jacksonville
Fla
During His Lives Liver Fear Tale From The Philadelphia News
A Philadelphia News piece tells of a hypochondriac who fears liver death after his twin brother dies from a scirrhous liver. Dr Crawford suggests traveling, the patient returns well, then faints upon learning the brother’s death. The cutthroat scene ends as escape from a looming autopsy is imagined.
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Philadelphia
Crawford
Baltimore
Yellowstone Visit Through Cold Gorge Of Wonders
A narrator and companions tour Yellowstone with Joseph as guide noting white mineral dust, hot springs, geysers, and terraces. They discuss aging features, repair efforts, and the paradox of accessibility versus preserving natural marvels in a brisk, observational tone.
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Yellowstone
Great Park
Rosul
Joseph
Old Liberty
Gardner
Zoeeh
Mabel
Amit -Four Serres
Standard Oil Millionaire Flagler Builds Grand St Augustine Hotel
Henry M. Flagler, the Standard Oil magnate, has financed a two million dollar hotel at St. Augustine, Florida, named Ponce de Leon, with four acres of buildings and an artist studio annex. He plans restoration of the old cathedral at his expense after a recent fire, proving how his wealth translates to grand projects and communal legacy.
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New York
Henry M. Flagler
Standard Oil Company
St. Augustine
Mia
Flagler
Darkey
Ponce de Leon
Amateurs Warned by Ex-Stage Star Frank Bennett
An article recalling Frank Bennett, once Brooklyn’s top amateur actor, who left a wholesale job to pursue professional theater. His early promise at the academy faded in pro work, with critics noting flaws exposed by peers and a decline after a carnival role.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Frank Bennett
Hilliard
Bennett
Academy
Broadway
Montague
Daly
Brooklyn
The Mother of Methodism Susanna Wesley Life of the Wesleys’ mother
A summary of Susanna Wesley life the mother of John and Charles Wesley, born 1669 as the twenty fifth child. It notes her earnest religious conviction and quiet influence. Her sons trusted her even after fame and she recounts strict discipline and early religious gatherings that helped seed Methodism.
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Susanna Wesley
Mrs Wesley
Samuel West
London
Wesley
Notable 19th Century Figures and Society Highlights
A mosaic of notes on prominent figures and events: Sidney Wollett and Ayn Hyatt as treasurers. James Gilfillan under Garfield. Mrs. Mark Hopkins funding the Great Barrington project with $180,000 for a church and preacher’s salary. a Boston resident’s odd nickel allotment to sons. Grace Deems' divorce suit. Greenfield neighbors voting not to prosecute a defaulted treasurer’s bondsman. Alexander Crummell's education becoming a public achievement. Dr. Moritz Schuppert’s surgical feats in New Orleans detailing extensive operations and medical advances.
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Sidney Wollett
Ayn Hyatt
United
Connecticut
James Gilfillan
Garfield
Mark Hopkins
Great Barrington
Mass
Baltimore Sun
Abell
Boston
New York
Grace Deems
Cincinnati
Dieyote
Rev
Ch Deems
Creenfield
Grample
Foster
Charles Henry
Henry
Alexander Crummell
Washington, D. C
Cor
Kenyon Co Gambier
Ohio
Oxford
High-Toned Smugglers Upset The Epoch On Duty Evasion
The Epoch criticizes wealthy Americans who travel to Europe and return with goods yet avoid duties. It notes many travelers spend heavily abroad and feel Uncle Sam is robbed of millions yearly by smugglers. The piece cites individuals and large purchases without declaring duties.
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New York
Europe
Sam
United States
Treas
Aere
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Jessie James
Gov. Crittenden
Jlisse W. James
Hot Springs
Yellowstone Park
Standard Oil
Methodism
Moritz Schuppert
New Orleans
Fothergill
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