The Value of Society and Amusements in 19th Century Life
In Wilcox, Pa on December 13 1879 the essay argues society binds people through mutual exchange and that aristocratic manners can curb rudeness. It warns against shallow fashionable circles and urges balanced recreation for all ages, noting outdoor and indoor pastimes sustain study, charity, and civilization.
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Gussiplug
Veritas
Wilcox, Pa
Pennsylvania Democrats Rally Around Hancock for Presidency
Ex-Congressman Milton Speer, former state Democratic chair, meets Philadelphia leaders to unite party factions for a single candidate. He backs Gen. Hancock as the Pennsylvania choice, notes Cassidy and Barger moved the city delegation to Hancock, and Speer will be a National Convention delegate.
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Thomas J. Barger
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Hendricks
Davis
United Action
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Barger
The nameless Good Samaritan of Oberlin story
A winter tale of Oberlin the philanthropist travelling near Strasbourg who nearly perished in snow. A wagon driver in a blue blouse saved him with wine and food, refusing payment. Asked his name, Oberlin could not provide it and the driver refused to reveal his own. The moral: no name is recorded, only the generous spirit.
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Steinthal
Strasbourg
Hoe
Wagoner
Two Tonges Save Marjorie From Dolly Quarrel Plan
A tale recounts how Marjorie uses snapping tongs to calm Dolly during visits. Despite tempers rising, the device proves effective until Dolly tests the restraint. The Russian Minister notes benzoate of soda as a successful diphtheria treatment in Russia.
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Washinton
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Peggy O Neale Eaton widow of Gen Eaton dies in Washington
Mrs Peggy O Neale Eaton, later Mrs John L H Eaton, secretary of war under Andrew Jackson and Tennessee senator, died in Washington DC on a Saturday. The piece outlines her life from tavern keeper’s daughter to social and political influence, marriage to Eaton, struggles with slander, scandal, custody battles, and later years in retirement, detailing wealth misfortunes and a turbulent public image shaped by rivals and supporters alike.
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Green's Atsiet Piower and Other Quack Content
A ragged mix of patent medicine claims about Dyspensia Indigestion and nervous weakness promotes Green's Atsiet Piower as a cure with sensational testimonials. The piece also includes scattered anecdotes on medical mishaps and social commentary.
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United States
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