Journey to a Trinidad Hotel and Barnum Era Showings
A narrative blends a Trinidad hotel scene with a description of Barnum’s early show ventures. It recalls an old hotel, a grand yet airy room, and a garden view, then shifts to Barnum launching his career by exhibiting a reportedly 16 year old enslaved nurse to George Washington, financed by a $1,000 venture and bold advertising. The piece reflects 19th century curiosity and commerce in spectacle.
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New York
Beston
Philadelphia
Nott
Joyce Heth
National Magazine
First mortgage bonds ideal for the average man
The piece argues safe, stable, profitable investment by first mortgage bonds on income producing real estate in a large city, claiming high safety margins and a strong 5 4 4 to 6 percent return. It frames real estate finance as a century old reliable path and notes a salon anecdote on real estate securities and a bird claw comb feature in nature.
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S. W. Straus
Lestie’s
The Intelligent Bohemian Life and Curut’s Dilemma
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Curut the French landscape maintainer as a model bohemian. His father offers a choice between a modest yearly income and art or wealth as a shopkeeper, a path he accepts. The piece hints at leisure values and bohemian principles amid quirky dialogue and comic sketches.
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Curut
Man vows to buy happiness for girl in wild vow
A man tells a girl he would give all he has to wake her happy and then grows irritated when she teases him. The New York Tribune quotes a line about the vow. A separate Cato line notes an angry man opening his mouth and shutting his eyes.
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New York Tribune
Vnva
Cato
Heather
The Elephant and the Tame Dhubri Palate Tale
A Dhubri police elephant with a delicate palate rejects a small sweet biscuit after a trunkful of rice and plantains, prompting humorous improvisation. The incident shows the elephant’s whimsical behavior and the mahout’s misread reaction, as the creature resists a final flavored morsel. Also notes Japan's New Year customs with ceremonial foods and prolonged celebrations.
Six Hits Inning Recounts Odd Baseball Game In 1890
In Indiana on May 40, 1890, Anderson club delivered three triplets a double and two singles in one inning yet scored none Ireland hit a triple and was tagged out while attempting to score on a passed ball Wiswell appeared to homer but was kept at the plate Shumway tripled Derby bunted and reached second Fanty bunt safe as Shurmway was held at third Fear lined to right hitting Pants on the way to second retiring the side The piece is followed by a reflection on missed friendships and personal value.
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Tooiana
Anderson
Ireland
Wiswell
Shumway
Derby
Climbing to Church by Whitby Steps
A brisk note on accessing the old parish church at Whitby Yorkshire via a steep 100 step ascent. The church sits about 200 feet above sea level and crowds ascend and descend the stairways after services, creating a memorable scene. The piece blends snippets from the Louden Strand Magazine and various quips and maxims reflecting social humor and daily life.
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Whitby
Yorkshire
Nells
Barber Bill Turns Gray as Time Wanes
A brief exchange notes a slow barber visit. The customer points out the bill seems lengthy while a companion remarks on the lateness of the hour, underscoring a humorous, timeworn vignette in a clipped dialogue style.
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Vietlu
Dr King s New Discovery cough remedy advert
An advertisement extols Dr King s New Discovery as a quick and permanent relief for coughs colds and lung ailments. It claims worldwide use and includes a testimonial from Mrs J F Cox of Joliet Illinois as proof of its effectiveness. The text urges readers to buy a bottle today and keep it for emergencies.
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DR. King
Shetland Ponies In Mines Use Of Small Drafts In Coal Tunnels
In English mines ponies provide amusement for children and a practical role in coal car drying. Tunnels are limited in height, favoring ponies under 38 inches tall and around 43 inches in length. Laws ban use of female ponies and require male ponies to be at least four years old, shaping horse selection in the mines.
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Shetland
England
India
Foundation of Japan and imperial era milestones
The text notes February 11 celebrated as Japan's foundation by Emperor Jimmu and marks Meiji 17 in 1884 when Matsuhito promulgated the constitution. It recalls the 1890 parliamentary organization and the start of the empire from Kashiwara in Yamato, viewed as the empire’s origin by historians.
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Jimwu
Pepne
BoCooo
Isso
Matsuhito
Empire of Japan
Empire of
Jimmu
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Yamato
Fearless Cossack Rider Traverses 32 Mile Night Ride
During the Russo Japanese war an officer offered to carry a dispatch by riding under his horse. Strapped face downwards beneath the horse he guided it by the bridle through its forelegs. The mission succeeded, and he returned the next night without incident.
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Walsted
Cough Remedies Highlighted For La Grippe Cough
Advertisements tout Foley's Honey and Tar and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective cures for La Grippe coughs. Testimonies from readers claim rapid relief and exhaustion relief, urging readers to buy these remedies through local druggists and merchants.
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KH. G Collins
Pustmaster
Barnegat
N. J. Saya
Foley
Adler-i-ka claims relief for stomach and constipation
Estherville readers are told that a single dose of buckthorn bark glycerine and other ingredients in Adler-i-ka, a German appendix remedy, relieves stomach issues and constipation at once. Jay Johnston & Co. druggists in Dolliver report strong local sales and success.
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Estherville
Jay Johnston & Co
Kallis
Dolliver
Meritol Rheumatism Powders Promised Relief
An advertisement touts Meritol Rheumatism Powders as a top medical achievement and guarantees permanent relief from rheumatism. It invites readers to try the remedy for pain and instructs contacting J. J. Klopp for trials.
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J.J
Klopp
Answer of a Soldier in Napoleonic Exam
A Brienne student, Napoleon, faces a tough exam question on provisioning a besieged town. The sub-lieutenant of artillery answers boldly that he would obtain provisions from the enemy, a reply that impresses the examiner and leads to his advancement.
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Napoleon
Brienne
Foley Kidney Pills Ad for Women’s Aches
An advertorial warning about backache headache and nerves from kidney and bladder trouble. Foley Kidney Pills promise quick relief and a return to health, with druggists selling the remedy. Also mentions Chamberlain's Lotion for rheumatism and a quarter price.
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Foley Kidusy
Chamberlain
Gale
Ss. Shadle & Co
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