Horrors of Battle on Petersburg Front Frontline Letter from 1864
Comrade G G Burlingame of the First Massachusetts recounts a June 18 1864 Petersburg front line assault. He describes the perilous advance crossing open ground, a deadened field, and a retreat under sharpshooter fire while sharing a brief exchange with Alvin W Hurd of the First Maine H A who aided him amid the casualties.
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Petersburg
G. G. Burlingame
First Massachusetts
National ‘Tribune
Massachusetts H. A
Quips and jests from 19th century humor columns
The excerpt collects playful banter and witty lines from period sources. It features portraits of Mr Hennypeck and Mrs Hennypeck in a peevish exchange, a cheeky Puck quip, a shy reference to a kiss in the dark, and a remark on a red headed girl described as the type lady.
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Mr. Hennnypeck
Puck
All Right on the Goose Brigade Goose Capers in 1861
During winter 1861 62 the 31st and 54th Indiana and 17th 25th Kentucky regiments under Col Cruft looted seven geese at South Carrollton Kentucky. A soldier named Quinn fed one to the colonel’s cook who served it at headquarters. When the owner demanded payment the colonel investigated but paid for the birds and warned no more. The brigade then saluted with All right on the goose for weeks.
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Indiana
Kentucky
Cruft
Green River
South Carrollton
Quinn
Millstone
American Tribune
Phillatine
Col. Cruft
Margaret & Sangester
Joseph B. Bowles
Beasle
Marjorie
Wilhelmina
South Dakota
Caroline
Tennessee
Adason
Mineas
The Little Man Who Helped a Civil War Mother
A Milwaukee Sunday Telegraph tale recounts how General Grant once aided a middle aged mother near Memphis during the war. A private's blouse figure handed her a pass marked U S Grant, allowing her to pass through all lines and revealing Grant’s quiet, personal mercy.
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T. F. Galway
Milwaukee Sunday Telegraph
South
Memphis
U. S. Grant
Grant
General Breckinridge Bypasses Picket in Pine Woods
A Confederate general rode alone to a vidette near Baton Rouge without a password. The sentinel, Bob Chiggers, greeted him warmly, mistaking him for a common traveler. The general revealed his rank and rode on, avoiding questions about Mrs. Breckinridge and family.
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Breckinridge
Baton Rouge
St. Tammany
Gen. Breckinridge
Bob Chiggers
Birthday Shower Ideas To Brighten a Lonely Schoolmate
A 1904 essay urges readers to celebrate friends on birthdays with letters gifts and surprise gatherings. It highlights the value of thoughtful customs across ages emphasizing kindness towards isolated girls and mindful behavior for brothers and parents.
The Lingerie Hat Gathers for Summer Wear
This home craft note outlines a summer hat with a gathered crown band of white muslin, a brim made from accordion-pleated muslin and embroidery, ribbon join, and a large bow. It suggests tying with muslin or satin silk and notes the lagerde hat as fashionable for ladies and children.
Shallow Water Boat Propulsion Claims Success
A new screw propeller system for very shallow waters reports success with boats in as little as six inches. The design uses a bottomless arched wheel chamber and a vacuum chamber above water, kept by a small vacuum pump, and is being applied to canals rivers lakes and ocean vessels.
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Usis
Sbuilder
Method of Using Screw Propeller in Shallow Water
A description explains how a screw propeller gains solid water footing in shallow water by a column of water surrounding the wheel. It claims the pressure equals the depth and improves propulsion, preventing slip and racing, with a vacuum pump running lightly to keep water in the column for hours.
Illusion Stage Sneaks Performer Through Paper Hoop
A description explains the Uusion stage where a performer jumps through a paper-covered hoop held beneath a flag. A sling with a padded knee lowers behind the hoop, then springs propel the jumper through the hoop and upward behind the flag, creating a disappearance aided by stage light.
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Uusion
Sor
Violet Aniline Ink Recipe Steps and Cost
A historical note describes dissolving one ounce of the beat in four ounces hot alcohol, then adding one gallon boiling water. The process yields violet aniline ink with an approximate total cost of 60 cents.
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Jarsang
Pulverized Glue Beet Form For The Small Shop
Pulverized glue is described as a quick to prepare beet form for small shops. The notes claim it will always be strong and sweet in use, emphasizing speed and reliability of production.
How to Cut a Belt in Simple Workshop Steps
The article explains a belt cutting method using a knife, a vise, and a block of wood. It instructs placing wood beneath the belt, aligning the knife, and driving the blade to achieve the desired belt width before drawing the belt through the vise.
How to Make a Rivet Set at Home
Instructions describe making a rivet set from a square head bolt five eighths inch diameter. Cut the bolt four inches from the head drill a three sixteenth inch hole in the bottom deep enough to set the rivet and weld it over the washer.
Quarrying by Boring Replaces Wedges and Explosives
The article describes a shift from traditional quarrying using wedges and explosives to circular sawing methods. Large circular columns are cut by rotating saws to depths of 25 to 60 feet, with drill action achieving 13 feet in ten hours. Various cutters include a hollow cylindrical cable and an iron cylinder with a toothed knife system.
Fine Iron Dust in Tunnel Health Threat to Subway Workers
The Railway and Engineering Review reports that fine steel dust from brake wheels in New York subway tunnels endangers workers. High speeds and frequent stops trap dust, intensifying risk, and a brakeman who died recently was linked to the condition by a coroner’s examination.
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Railway and Engineering Review
New York
Shrinkage in Heated Grain Raises Transport Costs
A historical note explains grain moisture loss during heating. Corn with 15 percent moisture rising to 20 percent loses five percent when heated, causing an 80 000 pound car to shrink about 4 000 pounds in transit. The drop translates to roughly two cents per bushel and raises discount concerns, with an example of two cars losing 2 000 pounds each in 14 days. It also cites forecasts of cheap automobiles becoming widespread, predicting $300 for a fast car and $500 for a touring model, enabling city workers to own cars and commute from the country.
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W. EB. Scarritt
Automobile Club of America
Sage
Cassler
Cutting Window Glass by Wetting and Filing Method
A damaged note describes cutting window glass when light is unavailable. Moisten a cloth with vinegar or turpentine and wet the cut line. Break off a triangular file tip and use as a glazier's diamond to score and snap the pane.
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Lincoln
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Maine H. A
Zirla
Louise
Betty
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Susie
Jenny
Tom
Mother
Nel
Indi
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