Repair Shops detail locomotive injuries and repair
In a vivid tour of a railroad repair yard, the article describes engines afflicted with heat, wear, and repairs. It details the machine shop, the role of the superintendent, and the process from arrival to overhaul, noting water levels, crown safety, and extended downtime.
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Ihal
Iarse
Chensivle
Bey
Ferever
Steeiny
Munster
Sentlenau
Rome
Yoko
Jeavi
Chicago
Unreadable horse racing tale faces doubt at the track
Fragmentary narration describes a colt’s tense trial at a track. Spectators watch as experts doubt the horse’s worth while riders refuse payment, and threats loom over the stall. The scene hints at a volatile setup with a dangerous owner and hostile betting environment.
Stowaways on Guard and the Captain's Burden
A lengthy discussion notes stowaways on ships, their recruitment from urban poor, and how captains cope when extra men overrun crews. It describes scarcity of work for stowaways, their treatment, and the grim reality of provisioning for long voyages amid dangers and weather, with a bleak view of criminal origins and opportunistic boarding.
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Ocean St Hardl
London
Trean le
Gould
Fomlodt
Sal
Harte
Fragmented reminiscence on St Louis banks and Mrs Leslie’s portrait
A garbled reminiscence recalls early St Louis finance and a then famous bank scene on Second Street near Clark Avenue, referencing Papin the real estate agent and a cashier interaction. It shifts to Mrs. Frank Leslie’s portrait in the Illustrated newspaper setting, describing her appearance and influence along with a glimpse of her staff and business manager.
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Doatmey
Second Street
Trington Avenue
St Lews
Papin
Vuntiz
Rome
Californy
St. Louis
Frank Leslie
Leslie
Florida
Ieller
Pearl Rivers
New Orleans
Picayune
Mud in Montreal Distorts Sidewalks, Toronto Feet Worn
Anthony Tresope recounts a visit from Montreal to Toronto noting the rough state of Toronto streets. He compares sidewalks worn thin in Toronto to their drift toward Montreal via the lake and St Lawrence, implying a heavy transit of worn paving.
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Montreal
Anthony Tresope
Toronto
Lake
St. Lawrence
Master and Servant Contract for Services and Employment
A long discussion from Demorest's Monthly outlines master and servant duties in service contracts, including employer remedies for nonperformance, accountability for servants buying items, and possible penalties. Illustrates risk to both parties when employment ends and purchases occur.
Monitor Class of War Vessels and Global Debts
The piece discusses why the monitor class remained influential among ironclads despite neglect and notes structural issues of early designs. It also cites J. J. Thce and U.S. Navy opinions, and lists approximate national debts led by France at about 6.25 billion francs, followed by Russia and Britain with large totals.
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Monitor
New York
Luca iLa
J. J. Thce
U.S. N
Globe
Russia
Enchind
Austra
Hungary
Italy
Spain
Prussia
Arlington Cemetery Vision of Peace in Nation's Burial Ground
Washington notes describe Arlington Cemetery near Washington as a serene, monumental field where over 16,000 Union dead lie. The author recalls marble headstones, tall trees, and long views across orderly rows, with graves spread across vast acres and additional sections holding 2,111 bodies gathered after the war.
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Washington
Poronac
Robert E. Lee
Arlington
National Cemetery
America
United States
Arlington Cemetery
Ary
Lnausim
Phetembis
Liv
Te Lund
Hawks and migratory birds spark debate on hunting limits
A historical debate discusses hawks and migratory birds, noting hunting methods and the impact on wildlife. The article mentions laws, regional perspectives from Florida and eastern cities, and concerns over extermination versus protection of certain species.
Ivory Soap and its floating claim exposed by clerk
A clerk explains Ivory Soap floats due to its oil content and purity. The piece warns against counterfeit white soaps marketed as equal, urging consumers to insist on genuine Ivory Soap.
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Lesa
Procter & Gable
Young Artist Seeks Meeting Over Art Exhibit
In a brief exchange from the New York Sun, a young artist asks clerks to locate Wabasi, presumed chair of the art committee, noting he is currently in the slaughtering department and may be upstairs. Bog receipts today are reportedly large.
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New York Sun
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Lasdone
Demorest’s
Hawk
Morida
Torey
W. IL
People’s Co-operative Store, Limited
Johnson & Siegfried
Hesse
Johnson’s Exchange
Ward Johnson
Siegfried Warren
Nelson Greenlund
Priers
Warren Ps
Nelson Greenland
Ondertarser
Bismarck
Prince Dismarck
Berlin
Blind
Versailles
Mischie
New York Tribune
Chas. G. Offerle & Co
Liberty St
Green House
Painey
Liberty Street
Library Hall
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