Fashions in Books and the Echoes of Victorian Taste
The piece contrasts changing literary fashions from eighteenth century faux pas to modern sensibilities, noting shifts from crinolines to trousers and the replacement of Harrison Aineworth with Conan Doyle. It then surveys influential figures and family ties within the Equitable and New York Life, plus a long note on Ben Hur literature and its enduring popularity since Harpers published in 1880.
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Mayfair
Bayswater
Pope
Dickens
Nell
Harrison Aineworth
Stanley Weysoun
Mrs. Radcliffe
Sir Conan Doyle
Macbeth
Smollett
Harpers
Pers
Gorey
Mark Twain
W. D. Howells
Equitable ‘Life Assurance Society
United States
Broadway
New York
Parenta
Arus Thuy
Poem Fragment on Death by Lord Byron
A fragment from Lord Byron contemplates death and beauty in decay. It contrasts the serene, lifelike features of a corpse with the cold stillness and apathy of death, ending with Byron's attribution.
Grane y retires as referee in boxing scene
San Francisco reports Eddie Graney declares he will not referee again due to health. Britt and Nelson clash over a referee, with Graney planning a farewell appearance at Olympic club bouts. Harry Tuthill counters claims about Corbett’s Nelson training and notes Young Corbett’s new managerial role with Larry Leroy, a standout jumper returning from England.
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San Francisco
Csl
Jimmy Britt
Nelson
Britt
Eddie Graney
Corbett
Larry
Leroy
England
Hackenschmidt
Young Corbett
Page County Mourns Loss of Judge T R Stockton
The sudden death in Chicago of Judge T R Stockton, a longtime public figure in Clarinda and Page County, is reported. Stockton, admitted to the bar in 1861, served as county and circuit judge, edited the Clarinda Herald, and held legislative and county attorney roles. His body was brought to Clarinda for funeral rites led by Presbyterian elders. he leaves a wife, two daughters, and a son.
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Clarinda
Chicago
T. R. Stock
Loi Oh
Page County
Stockton
Ie Clarinda Herald
Otter
Sidney
Tremont County
Keenan
Shenandoah
Tuting
Eva Kimball
Presbyterian Church
Young Actors Married After Dora Thorne Show in Creston
Burton Nixon and Miss Beulah, members of the Dora Thorne company, obtained a marriage license without the manager’s consent and were quietly wed Tuesday afternoon in Creston Ta Rev Boote of the Episcopal church officiated the ceremony.
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Dora Thorne
Creston
Bee
Burton Nixon
Miss Beulah
Temple Grand
Jind
Mternoon
Rev
Boote
Episcopal Church
Lodge Secretary Missing In Cedar Rapids Mystery
Thomas McFarland financial secretary of Court Corin t of the Foresters of America has been missing since Monday. Lodge officials say he is short about $200 and a warrant for his arrest will be issued after the auditing committee reports.
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Thos, McFarland
Cedar Rapids
Thomas McFarland
Corint
The
Foresters of America
Lodge
Dr Miles Nervine Promises Sleep Relief for Nerve Trouble
An old advertisement cites three forms of sleeplessness and other nervous symptoms such as dizziness and worry. It claims brain and blood vessel issues cause illness and offers Dr Miles Nervine as a quick aid. The copy includes a testimonial from Mrs. A. Hassens and a free trial package offer.
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Miles
Wina
Berripe
A. Hasens
Freeyilic
Tri Packag
Pal Pitts
DR Mes
Medical Cay Laboratories
Elhhart
Ind
Literary note on Bible style renderings in Atlantic
J H Gardner’s striking paper in the November Atlantic surveys modern efforts to improve King James Bible prose. The author demonstrates the frequent neptitude of such attempts and offers careful judgment for lovers of eloquent and homely King James English.
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J. H. Gardner
Atlantic
Auch
Ian
Mr. Gardiner
Driven to Desperation and Burns Relief Pickup
A remote family of ten faced injuries from burns cuts and wounds. They used Bucklen’s Arnica Salve found effective for skin ailments. The item was advertised as available for 2 cents at Frank Nad B’s Drug Store.
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Buckien
Nad B
Trails of Knoxville Burglars Frustrate Boone Officers
Four men placed on trail after George Hoffmein's bloodhounds from Knoxville fail to locate burglars who entered Wilson Dry Goods and Olmstead Clothing in Boone. Stores ransacked. only two dollars secured. Officers unable to gain traces of the robbers.
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Boone, Ill
George Hoffmein
Knooxville
Wilson Dry Goods
Olmstead Clothing
Wilson
AO 0
Many School Children Are Sickly and Worms Aided
An 19th century advertisement from Widren's Home New York and Mother Gray claims Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children cure feverishness teething disorders and stomach troubles move bowels destroy worms and restore health within 24 hours. Mrs Emily MaronnMeridan Ohio endorses it as best medicine for feverish children. Sold by all druggists or by mail 2c samples sent free addressed to Allen Olmsted LeRoy New York.
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Mother Gray
Widren
New York
Emily Maronn
Meridan
Samale
Allen
Olmsted
LeRoy
Community Show Promises Joy for All City Audiences
A broad appeal entertainment in a large American city draws praise from classes and masses alike. The performance promises delight for young and old and brightens the experience for every spectator. Buy seats early as prices are 25 cents, 50 cents, and one dollar.
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America
cCiy TV America
The Flints Playhouse Prices and Discounts
Mrs Herbert L Flat will positively appear each performance. Prices are 50c, 25c, 30c. Ladies free Monday when accompanied by one paid ticket.
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the Flints
Herbert L
Women and Politics in a Fragmented Conversation
A garbled dialogue touches on public trust in office, beef prices and market talk, and the quirky remarks about domestic life. The excerpt references a dog notice, a jewel, and even a lawn mower, weaving a satirical snapshot of characters debating economics and social roles.
Man in Pajamas Interrupts Hotel Quiet in Des Moines
A traveling guest at a Des Moines reading hotel caused disruption by demanding total silence and repeatedly turning lights on and off. Bell staff found incandescent globes removed from doors, later recovered in a bureau drawer. A porter guarded the room, but hours of alarms and insomnia followed as the man persisted in dimming lights to prevent sleep.
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Des Moines
I Reading
Frederick Hamlin Estate Left to Widow and Siblings
Frederick R Hamlin Chicago theatrical manager died in New York City. Estate valued at 215000. One third to widow and one sixth to his sister and three brothers. Executors include Julian Mitchell and William M Gray. Trustees named for theater properties to pay heirs weekly installments. Burial in Chicago after services at A B Clark residence. Interment at Graceland.
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Chicago
Frederick R Ham-lin
New York City
Bundar
New Yor
Frederick Zeddes
Grand Opera
Hammlin
James
Graceland
Fraternity Hall Opened with Banquet and Dedication
Shenandoah Indiana December reports the opening and dedication of a new hall for the Knights of Pythias and United Workmen. A banquet for 400 followed orchestral music and speeches. The United Workmen lodge and Degree of Honor rank among the largest in the state. The Caledonian club celebrated St Andrews Day with a Scotch program at the home of Mr and Mrs W P Ferguson. The event featured songs dances and refreshments.
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Shenandoah
Knights of Pythias
United Weorkmen
U. W. Lodge
Willy Ane
Caledonian Club
St Andrews
W. P. Ferguson
Farmers kill hunter near Clayton in Missouri
St Louis December 2. While hunting with William Daly south of Clayton Wilson Ingman nineteen years old was lost and died an hour later. It is alleged the hunters were fired upon by farmers who claimed they were trespassing. Henry Brenner, a tact, was arrested.
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St Louis
Wiliam Daly
Clayton
Wilson Ingman
Henry Brenner
Rail service cut and retrenchment announced
Waterloo Cedar Falls interurban and local streetcar service will be significantly reduced starting December 1 while the railway will switch to one passenger train each way and a mixed freight train on faster time. The policy aims to save about $1200 in winter expenses but may restore and add trains in spring if business warrants. Mrs. Austin's Pancake Flour advertised.
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Waterloo
Cedar Fells
Cedar Falls
Arabs Attack House on Harris Residence
Pangier Morotco December 3 A det er mined Rexim Sur tribesmen attacked the residence of English writer Walter F Harris last night with intent to capture him The mountaineers surrounded the house stabbed a guard who tried to raise alarm and secured others but the tribesmen left without finding Harris.
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Pangier
Morotco
Walter F. Harris
Mr. Harris
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