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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1890
Page
7
A fragmented first person account recalls a 1600s treasure hunt linked to a Canary Islands voyage. The narrator describes a brig voyage, a hidden treasure, a violent mutiny, and a perilous sailing route toward Morocco with armed cargo and a slave raft, amidst general confusion and peril.
The narrator recalls a night aboard a brig seized by Algerine raiders. Pistols fired, crew scattered, and the dhow was boarded. A French frigate responded as the dhow broke free. casualties and captives followed. The ordeal ends with escape to the frigate and pursuit signals, leaving many prisoners and damaged ships.
A first person narrator recalls a tense office scene with Jim and Kittie as they navigate jealousy and secrets. A doorway accident injures a worker, prompting Mrs Wyman to offer support and revealing previously hidden marriages and loyalties. The tale pivots to a discussion of lake names and early explorers, ending with a mix of personal and historical recollections.
A Philadelphia Press excerpt discusses Edith who speaks by spelling and sounds, likening her case to Laura Bridgman. It cites Dr P J Kreachonar on pulmonary consumption and notes concerns about large families increasing child illness risk and rapid birth intervals impacting younger siblings.
The Princess Pignatelli performs at the water Chantant in Bertin while Queen Victoria’s table is kept with gold candlesticks. King Humbert uses hammered gold plate at every dinner. Ex-King Milan of Servia receives 5000 dollars monthly from Servia and 2000 from the emperor of Australia, making him nearly a millionaire. The Prince of Wales reportedly carries a satchel of makeup.
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