Transat steamship rates and notable 19th century concerns
A jumble of late 19th century notices covers passenger rates on transatlantic lines, a Joliet Penitentiary figure and Chicago police chief appointment, a disastrous cotton mill fire with heavy casualties, and a survey of common lands in England and Wales. It notes forest-clearing in Bokhara, and a Paris American Register piece on repurposing textile scraps into paper and velvet from silk waste.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bokhara
Central Asia
Khanate
Khiva
American Register
Paris
Manningham
Velvet fabrics set to shape coming winter fashions
Fashionable Paris dressmakers have bought a large stock of velvets praised for their beauty and low cost. The material is expected to dominate the season as stylish garments and trims become more affordable for shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Did Methuselah Die in the Flood Question
A reader asks whether Methuselah died a natural death or by drowning in the Genesis flood. Citing Genesis 5 7 25 28 and 7 6 he notes Methuselah lived 969 years and urges adding the ages to infer the fate of the patriarch during the great waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methuselah
Lamech
Noah
Noash
A Singular Phenomenon Explained in Rail Creeping
A Buffalo Express summary explains the creeping of railroad rails as due to centrifugal force along north south tracks and friction on west east lines. It cites Earth’s rotation at about 1000 miles per hour and gravity, noting tiny long term shifts from inertia and friction as trains rest and the earth moves, with time making the effect noticeable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Scientific American
Kellogg Reflects On Louisiana Crisis In Interview
The Mississippi correspondent reports ex-Gov Kellogg saying two years of effort aimed at peace and prosperity ended amid a riot. He blames city taxation on a Democratic administration, regrets bloodshed, cites Gen Badger’s wounding, and insists he would honor a fair ballot in statewide elections while resisting military force. He notes not seeking a revolution and would accept the people’s decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. O. Picayune
Mississippi
Kellogg
Louisiana
United States
Longstreet
Badger
New Orleans
Col
Louisiana Governor Responds to Crisis with Call for Peace
In a public statement the governor defends his record and loyalty, notes $380,000 in greenbacks in the state treasury, and urges calm as occupants of the state house may surrender. He expresses willingness to submit to the president’s decision, seeks Northern support, and states he will remain in the city with his estate and desire to dwell among the people. He denies intentional harm and asks residents to understand his stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McEnery
North
Louisiana
Jackson Depot
Deceit of Song Writers by the Fat Contributor
A critical quip list mocks song authors from Home Sweet Home to My Mother Dear, accusing composers of never experiencing the lives their verses claim. It jabs at authors like Old Oaken Bucket and Champagne Charley, revealing a satirical portrait of lyricists out of touch with their subjects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Switzerland
William Tell
Charley
Mary
Pennsylvania
Long Branch
Mother
Norma
Odd Tales of a Poet's Youth and Nightmares
A humorous reminiscence traces the writer of classic verses from boyhood mischief to a lifetime of odd dreams and faded vices. The child of marble games, punished by a harsh mother, and dreams marred by remorse are recalled with wry tone and local color.
New Troy Grocer Promises Best Goods and Fair Prices
The firm commits to uphold its old reputation by supplying high quality goods from leading brands and maintaining a strict one price system. They invite patrons to inspect their stock and compare prices, accepting local produce on exchange at strong quotations. Located at the northeast corner of Main and Market streets in Troy, Illinois.
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Mes N. Jarvis
Transat Steamship Companies
Eir
Europe
Ems
Elmer Ré
Illinois
Aptea
Secret Service
Beech
Joliet
Upvnes
England
Wales
Samuel Rawson
Andrew Rawson
Sam'l Rawson
Risser & Rawson
Troy
N. E
Main & Market Streets
Troy, Ills
David Seligman
Ag Shepp
Clayett Pear
Boltgmen
Phdone
Dental Headquarters
Olive S&t
ST. Louis, MO
Eea
J.P. Firten
Saya
University of Enn
D.D. Ford
C. H. Ewin
Fi Bealit
Sialls
Ian
St. Panis
Liberal Commission
St. Louis Democrat Co
St. Lows
C.E. Clark
Grocers
Edwardsville, Ills
St. Louis
Fred. Auwarter
Seth Thomas
Clay Street
Troy City
Mueai
OSAGE
Clinoig
Missouri
Challenge Feed Mills
MPLE
Birge & CO
BS South
Louis
James N. Jarvis
Notary Public
Bulletin
Joan S. Dewey
Clay and
Dewey Atreeta
Troy, Ilinois
F. A. Sasin
Market Street
Diinois
W. W. Jarvis
Andrew . Mills
Risser & Rawson’s
F. L. Hampton
Justice OF the Peace and Conveyancer
Saddler
Main Street
John L. Purviance
TNA and Globe Insurance Co S. Ly
Independent Cornet Band
J.N. Jarvis
LeapEn Troy
Rail Road
Andrew Klein
Hlinois
Booth
John Deimling
Benet Shmitt
Troy City Exchange
Felix Droll
John Diehle
T. H. Bell
Bey
Smith's
Cor
Seybold & Broruer, Carpenters
The
Baptist Church
Mualn Street
Edwin
Donoho
Ills
John H. Neary
Br. Culverwell
Easay
Leiire
Aix i Chas
Kline
Bowery
New York
P. O. Box
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