Men and Apes and the Nature of Human Descent
A London Chronicle note contrasts Huxley and Edward Clodd on human origins. It argues the kinship with apes is lateral, not linear, and that both man and apes arise from a shared stock yet develop differently.
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Huxley
Edward Clodd
Thomas Henry Huxley
Winning a Kiss and A Pair of Them
Dialogues reveal social flirtations and judgments between relatives and friends. The lines depict romantic nerves and natural curiosity as Jane visits Aunt Hannah and Gabby’s talkative nature contrasts with a quiet partner. A reflective note on how every choice shapes future decisions appears.
Drugstores Old and New
The piece reflects on changing drugstores from aromatic apothecaries with jars and Latin labels to modern counters with soda fountains, candy, and bric a brac. It notes the evolution from specialized items to a broader, cosmetic and accessory focus over time.
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New York Press
Ze Miss Milyons and the milliner proposal
A mock dialogue highlights splurging on bonnets and a plan to propose to Miss Milyons through her milliner. E. G. Cape's Jeweler at 83 West Congress advertises Tiffany pieces at low prices.
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Cape
the Jeweler
West Congress
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Promote Gentle Liver Tonic
An advertorial note from Bell's pharmacy promotes DeWitt's Little Early Risers as an effective liver medicine that cleanses poisons and putrid matter gently. It claims they act as a tonic to the liver and delivers a pleasant effect.
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DeWitt
Bell’s Pharmacy
Relics of Early Days in American Waterways and Fences
The Washington Post notes continued use of tin rail fences in New England and New York and dugout canoes by Potomac and James River fishermen. The article explains the dugout’s primitive construction from logs and adz work, preserved since Powhatan era with distinctive high sides and flat ends.
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America
New England
New York
Potomac
James Rivers
Chesapeake Bay
Europe
Asia
Potomac River
Washington Post
Modern engagements and lavish gifts temper broken vows
After years of saving for marriage a couple split. The woman becomes engaged to another man who spends freely on her. He buys silver, a leather traveling bag, rugs, books and more to make a home, arguing lavish gifts prevent quarrels and wandering eyes.
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Danny
New York Press
Fortune by Feeding Ducks with Wild Celery
A Cambridge anecdote recalls Mr Lowell recounting a cheerful acquaintance who claimed to profit by feeding domestic ducks with wild celery to improve flavor. Weeks later the man is despondent, as the ducks refuse to eat it, wrecking his fortune plan.
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Mr. Lowell
Cambridge
Smiler
Atlantic
Principal’s Self Distractingly Wise Exchange at Exam
A high school principal jokes about himself during a tour of exam rooms. He challenges a bright student with a simple algebra sum and cannot answer. He cites George Washington as a benchmark, claiming the boy should solve it. The student retorts that Washington was president by the principal’s age. The exchange ends there.
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Tartly
George Washington
United States
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Pauline’s Exclusive Social Circles Highlighted
Quote from London King notes Pauline’s strict exclusivity in society. She never introduces an eligible man to any other girl, underscoring her influence in local social circles.
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Pauline
London
The Sankero of the Irrigated Valleys
Ray Stannard Baker describes the sankero in American irrigation districts as a pivotal, powerful figure who dispenses water, opens and closes head gates, and maintains order amid disputes. The zanjero is portrayed as both arbiter and small god of the arid land, respected for honesty despite temptations.
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Arizona
Sankero
California
Sanky
Zanjego
Ile
Smith
Jones
Brown
Zanjero
Tanjero
Ray Stannard Baker
Century
Republicans Set Primary and County Convention Dates
The Republican County Central Committee of Pima County Arizona met to set a September 10 primary date to elect delegates for a county convention on September 15 and to nominate county and township candidates. The joint convention will select delegates for the Territorial Convention in Phoenix on September 17.
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Republican Country Central Committee
Phoenix
J. A. Zabriskie
O. T. Riche
J. M. Ormsby
District Court
Tucson
Arizona
Pima County
Republican County Committee
Pennington
Church Streets
QO. T. Richey
I. Neustatter
Ccc
Seoch
Pimc AG Eraiton
Occas Cicros
Republican County Central Committee
O. T. Richey
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Endorsed for Bleeding Piles
A vintage advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure all for cuts burns bruises and skin diseases including bleeding piles. It cites an Illinois user J C Phillips from Paris who claims the remedy cured him. Bell's pharmacy is listed as a source.
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DeWitt
J. C. Phillips
Paris
Tlinois
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