Duels and the Gentleman’s Code in American History
A study of 19th century dueling in the United States notes the code of etiquette that governed meetings among gentlemen, the prevalence of dueling despite laws, and famous duels involving Burr, Hamilton, Jackson, and Lincoln. It recounts matchups, distances, and weapons, including pistols, swords, and knives, with details of heroism, mishaps, and the use of the Dueling Oaks in Audubon Park, New Orleans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Louisiana
Audubon Park
New Orleans
Marquis James
American Legion Monthly
The Mind of a Man Suicide at New Orleans Club
A wealthy 55 year old prominent club member killed himself in a New Orleans club on a Saturday. A note said In death we die but once In life we die many times. The piece reflects on private sorrows hidden behind public success. The Memphis Commercial Appeal notes the unseen distress people carry.
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America
Aaron Burr
Sam Houston
Texas
Congress
Tennessee
Houston
Burr
Alexander Hamilton
Andrew Jackson
Charles Dickinson
Barron
Decatur
Navy
Hamilton
Adairville
Tenn
Dickinson
Jackson
New Orleans
Memphis
Manager Admonishes Late-Arriving Worker
The office manager scolds a boy for habitual lateness. He apologizes and explains he avoids watching the clock at work and at home, admitting the effort has backfired.
Bonham Texas Apparel Ad Promises Low Prices
Ladies' garments priced to attract, showcasing new styles from M. Spivy & Co. in Bonham Texas. The notice highlights attractive values and current offerings.
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C. Spivy & Co
Bonham, Texas
Dallas News and Whitewright Sun One Year Offer
A promotional offer advertises a one year subscription to the Dallas News and Whitewright Sun for 1.95 dollars. The deal highlights a low introductory price likely aimed at new subscribers.
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The
Dallas News and
Whitewright Sun
No Pellagra After Three Treatments
Letter from W W Foust of Hico Texas praises Dr W C Rountree clinic for Pellagra relief after three treatments following five years of illness with rash nervous stomach trouble and weight loss. He states prior hypodermics gave no relief and urges others to write for help.
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W. W. Foust
Hico
Texas
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Ad Promises Health Boost
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a tonic to purify the blood and enrich it with iron and quinine. It claims to strengthen appetites and chest color, aid malaria and grip germs, and appeals as child friendly at 60 cents.
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Grove
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Dickson
Illinois
Abraham Lincoln
James Shields
Shields
Lincoln
Manning, Clark & Meador
Fleming & Stuteville
Coats
Lilley Dry Goods Co
W. C. Rountree
Texarkana
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