There were several books sold for Christmas and other occasions of paper dolls. This is not an exhausted list but it will help get you started. Note the various "kinds" of paper dolls.
Here is a list with descriptions:
THE BROWNIE PAPER DOLLS.
By Florence E. Cory.
©1891
Nine designs ofBrownies in characteristic costumes, front and bach, in many colors, and so made that they can be cut out as paper dolls.
I. In book form, with bright covers In colors, i vol., oblong 4to, cloth back 75 cents.
II. With the designs as loose sheets, in a box with bright covers in colon, 75 cents.
A Year of Paper Dolls,"
by Miss E. S. Tucker,
1894
is a beautiful and unique novelty for children, similar in general idea to the popular " Brownie Dolls," which have had such a great success. It has twelve designs of children in dresses appropriate to the different months of the year, front and back, in many colors, and so made that they can be cut out as paper dolls. One of these sets of dolls will furnish amusement to a child for months. One entirely new feature is that with these dolls comes a sheet of calendar dates. The dates of each month can be cutout and pasted on the doll representing that month, the twelve figures making a calendar that will last through the year. This new and interesting feature makes the dolls a source of instruc
tion as well as pleasure to children. (75c.)
The Dolls of A11 Nations.
1895
Figures of girls of different nations, in box. . .50
Lady Dolly and her Fancy Dresses.
1895
Figures of Mother Goose characters, in box...50
These dolls are on a different plan of any in the market, having easel backs to stand up and made very beautifully. Each doll has six costumes.
These next few are wholesale prices from 1894:
One Cent Dolls
New Paper Dolls, 4 kinds
Paper Soldiers, Infantry, 12 kinds
A Buffalo Bill, or the Wild West
Amusements for Children, 12 kinds Large Pictures of Animals to cut out. Cards 6 1/2 by 14 inches very handsomely printed in color.
New Paper Soldiers and Indians, These soldiers and Indians are represented in action, running, shooting, etc.
The sheets are 5 1/4X17 inches,
Five Cent Dolls
French Paper Dolls in Sheets
Paper Furniture, small, 4 kinds,
Jointed Dolls 8 kinds these are undressed dolls 6.5 inches tall.
Jointed Dolls 9 inches tall beautifully lithographed, having their arms and legs jointed so they can move in any position. They are intended to be dressed in tissue paper.
Ten Cent Dolls
My Dolly, 12 pages, with colored and monochrome illustrations, 3 3/8 x 8.5 inches, 6 kinds assorted.
Fifteen Cent Dolls
New Paper Dolls in Envelopes.
Size 7.5x11 inches
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Friday, December 4, 2015
1868 New Books
Below is a list of new books that were reviewed in the 1868 Peterson Magazine's January issue. Each of these books were listed as a "New Book" however, I found some had earlier copyright dates. Also, being a January edition to see an 1867 date makes sense. I've attached links to as many of the books as possible for you to see what your characters might have been reading during those days. Enjoy!
The Guardian Angel by Oliver Wendell Holmes This volume is a later volume but the same book.
Shamrock & Thistle by Oliver Optic
Rienzi by Lord Lytton Google books has an earlier publishing date but I believe it comes from the text of the story not the actual publishing date since it was a new book in Peterson 1868.
Widow Spriggins, Mary Elmer and other sketches by Mrs. F. M. Whitaker (This book doesn't have a link in Google books or on the web but is mentioned in many publications.
A Book About Lawyers by J. C. Jefferson (Again no link in Google books or on the web.)
Silcole of Silcoles by Henry Kingsley
The Child's Own Book of Standard Fairy Tales
Circe or Three Acts in the life of an Artist by Babington White
Birds of Prey by Miss Braddon
Modern Palmistry by A. R. Craig M.A. (No link)
Malcolm's Cottage & Malcolm's Friend by Mrs. J. McNair Wright (no links but books are available by this author in Amazon)
Breaking Away by Oliver Optic
On the Wing by Nellie Eryster
The Child's Illustrated Book of Natural History by Duffield Ashmead (Not in Google's Free books but you still might be able to access it.)
It Isn't Right by Mrs. Joseph Lamb (This has an earlier publishing date than 1868 but it was listed in Peterson Magazine.
Crocked & Straight by Mrs. Maratha E. Berry (I was unable to find an online copy. You can pay to have a book printed of this title but all free copies are no longer available on the Internet.)
The Tenants of Malory by J. S. Le Fann
The Guardian Angel by Oliver Wendell Holmes This volume is a later volume but the same book.
Shamrock & Thistle by Oliver Optic
Rienzi by Lord Lytton Google books has an earlier publishing date but I believe it comes from the text of the story not the actual publishing date since it was a new book in Peterson 1868.
Widow Spriggins, Mary Elmer and other sketches by Mrs. F. M. Whitaker (This book doesn't have a link in Google books or on the web but is mentioned in many publications.
A Book About Lawyers by J. C. Jefferson (Again no link in Google books or on the web.)
Silcole of Silcoles by Henry Kingsley
The Child's Own Book of Standard Fairy Tales
Circe or Three Acts in the life of an Artist by Babington White
Birds of Prey by Miss Braddon
Modern Palmistry by A. R. Craig M.A. (No link)
Malcolm's Cottage & Malcolm's Friend by Mrs. J. McNair Wright (no links but books are available by this author in Amazon)
Breaking Away by Oliver Optic
On the Wing by Nellie Eryster
The Child's Illustrated Book of Natural History by Duffield Ashmead (Not in Google's Free books but you still might be able to access it.)
It Isn't Right by Mrs. Joseph Lamb (This has an earlier publishing date than 1868 but it was listed in Peterson Magazine.
Crocked & Straight by Mrs. Maratha E. Berry (I was unable to find an online copy. You can pay to have a book printed of this title but all free copies are no longer available on the Internet.)
The Tenants of Malory by J. S. Le Fann
Friday, October 2, 2015
The Dark Knight by Henry G. Bell
This isn't the kind of a poem I would normally read or post but as I skim through some of the references in Google books about the Dark Knight this 1830 poem (It could have been published before that date but that is the earliest I found it.) seems to have influenced a far amount of writings during the 19th Century. This 1830 poem was printed in "The Edinburgh Literary Journal." The following year, Bell published a book of poems "Summer and Winter Hours." in which he included this poem.
THE DARK KNIGHT A BALLAD.
By Henry G. Bell
There came a dark knight from a far countrie,
And no one ever saw his face, for he
Wore his black vizor down continuallie.
He came to a gay bridal, where the bride
Stood, in rich robes, her destined lord beside,
Who gazed upon her with a joyful pride.
And there was music in the sunny sky,
And mirthful voices made a glad reply,—
And there was music in the young bride's eye.
Yet ever and anon her look would fall
On the dark knight who stood apart from all,—
Dark as his shadow, moveless on the wall.
The words were spoken, and the bridal o'er,
And now the mirth grew louder than before;
Why stands the dark knight silent at the door?
The hour grows late, and one by one depart
The guests, with bounding step and merry heart,—
Methought I saw that new-wed ladie start.
N'one in her father's hall are left but she
And her young bridegroom, who, as none may see,
Hath twined his arm around her lovinglie.
Yes,—there is still a third—the vizor'd knight,—
Mark you the glancing of his corslet bright,
Mark you his eye that glares with such strange light?
He moves on slowly through the lofty room,
And as he moves there falls a deeper gloom,—
That heavy tread, why sounds it of the tomb?
And through the castle there was stillness deep,
A drearier stillness than the calm of sleep,—
Closer, in silent awe, the lovers creep.
—A shriek was heard at midnight, such as broke
On every ear, like the first pealing stroke
Of the alarm bell, and the sleepers woke!
In the old hall where fitful moonlight shone,
There lay the bridegroom and the bride alone,
Pale, dead, and cold as monumental stone,—
A vizor'd helm was near, but the dark knight was gone.
THE DARK KNIGHT A BALLAD.
By Henry G. Bell
There came a dark knight from a far countrie,
And no one ever saw his face, for he
Wore his black vizor down continuallie.
He came to a gay bridal, where the bride
Stood, in rich robes, her destined lord beside,
Who gazed upon her with a joyful pride.
And there was music in the sunny sky,
And mirthful voices made a glad reply,—
And there was music in the young bride's eye.
Yet ever and anon her look would fall
On the dark knight who stood apart from all,—
Dark as his shadow, moveless on the wall.
The words were spoken, and the bridal o'er,
And now the mirth grew louder than before;
Why stands the dark knight silent at the door?
The hour grows late, and one by one depart
The guests, with bounding step and merry heart,—
Methought I saw that new-wed ladie start.
N'one in her father's hall are left but she
And her young bridegroom, who, as none may see,
Hath twined his arm around her lovinglie.
Yes,—there is still a third—the vizor'd knight,—
Mark you the glancing of his corslet bright,
Mark you his eye that glares with such strange light?
He moves on slowly through the lofty room,
And as he moves there falls a deeper gloom,—
That heavy tread, why sounds it of the tomb?
And through the castle there was stillness deep,
A drearier stillness than the calm of sleep,—
Closer, in silent awe, the lovers creep.
—A shriek was heard at midnight, such as broke
On every ear, like the first pealing stroke
Of the alarm bell, and the sleepers woke!
In the old hall where fitful moonlight shone,
There lay the bridegroom and the bride alone,
Pale, dead, and cold as monumental stone,—
A vizor'd helm was near, but the dark knight was gone.
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Recommended School Books
I know it isn't the time of year for purchasing school books. However, this list might just help you if you have a teacher in your novel, or perhaps, a child going to school, or perhaps, a parent trying to learn what his or her child is learning...or whatever you are writing in a scene. Hopefully you will find these useful.
THE LITTLE SONGSTER: An Elementary Sinking Book, for Scholars of 6 to 9 years ofa?e; by Georsre J, Webb. Professor in the Boston Academy ofMusic.
THE COMMON SCHOOL SONGSTER, intended as a Sequel to the above, for scholars from 9 to 15 years of age. By the same. Just published, under the sanction of the Boston Academy of Music.
THE VOCAL CLASS BOOK, designed for Young Ladies' Schools and Music Classes. By do. Just published, under the sanction yf the Boston Acad. ofMusic.
Th« above form a progressive series for the usfi of Schools and Families.
FROST'S ELEMENTS OF ENGLISH GRAMMAR, with Exercises in Parsing.
THE CHILD'S BOTANY; with Engravings.
HOLBROOK'S GEOMETRY; Ewv lessons in Geometry. By J. Holbkook.
ABBOTT'S LITTLE PHILOSOPHER. BOSSUT'S FRENCH WORD AND PHRASE BOOK.
WALSH'S ARITHMETIC. The Mercantile Arithmetic. By M. Walsh, A. M.
NOYES' SYSTEM OF PENMANSHIP. Improved edition.
THE MASSACHUSETTS COLLECTION Of PSALMODY; by the Boston Handel and Hayden Society : consisting of the most approved Psalm and Hymn Tunes, Anthems. Sentences, Chants, etc; together with many Original Pieces, and others selected from the works of distinguished Composers, never before published in this country. Intended for Public Worship and Private Devotion. Edited by George James Webb, President of the Society. Second Edition. Price reduced to 36 per doz.
This work comprises three classes of Pealm and Hymn Tunes—the old standard tunes, tunes selected from modern composers, and thoae composed expressly for this book, embracing all the metres, and much variety of style and rhythmical structure.
The elementary principles are full and copious, on the basis of the Pestalozzian ay.stem, practically arranged, with full instructions on Chanting.
THE AMERICAN GLEE BOOK: consisting of a selection of Glees, Madrigals and Rounds, from the most distinguished English and German authors, together with original pieces composed expressly for this work. By George J. Webb, President of Boston Handel and Haydn Society, Sec. Second Edition.
Source: The Farmer's Almanack ©1841
THE LITTLE SONGSTER: An Elementary Sinking Book, for Scholars of 6 to 9 years ofa?e; by Georsre J, Webb. Professor in the Boston Academy ofMusic.
THE COMMON SCHOOL SONGSTER, intended as a Sequel to the above, for scholars from 9 to 15 years of age. By the same. Just published, under the sanction of the Boston Academy of Music.
THE VOCAL CLASS BOOK, designed for Young Ladies' Schools and Music Classes. By do. Just published, under the sanction yf the Boston Acad. ofMusic.
Th« above form a progressive series for the usfi of Schools and Families.
FROST'S ELEMENTS OF ENGLISH GRAMMAR, with Exercises in Parsing.
THE CHILD'S BOTANY; with Engravings.
HOLBROOK'S GEOMETRY; Ewv lessons in Geometry. By J. Holbkook.
ABBOTT'S LITTLE PHILOSOPHER. BOSSUT'S FRENCH WORD AND PHRASE BOOK.
WALSH'S ARITHMETIC. The Mercantile Arithmetic. By M. Walsh, A. M.
NOYES' SYSTEM OF PENMANSHIP. Improved edition.
THE MASSACHUSETTS COLLECTION Of PSALMODY; by the Boston Handel and Hayden Society : consisting of the most approved Psalm and Hymn Tunes, Anthems. Sentences, Chants, etc; together with many Original Pieces, and others selected from the works of distinguished Composers, never before published in this country. Intended for Public Worship and Private Devotion. Edited by George James Webb, President of the Society. Second Edition. Price reduced to 36 per doz.
This work comprises three classes of Pealm and Hymn Tunes—the old standard tunes, tunes selected from modern composers, and thoae composed expressly for this book, embracing all the metres, and much variety of style and rhythmical structure.
The elementary principles are full and copious, on the basis of the Pestalozzian ay.stem, practically arranged, with full instructions on Chanting.
THE AMERICAN GLEE BOOK: consisting of a selection of Glees, Madrigals and Rounds, from the most distinguished English and German authors, together with original pieces composed expressly for this work. By George J. Webb, President of Boston Handel and Haydn Society, Sec. Second Edition.
Source: The Farmer's Almanack ©1841
Thursday, March 5, 2015
The Shepherd's Betrothal
This week my latest novel "The Shepherd's Betrothal was released. Below is a copy of the Book Cover and the back cover copy.
In this arranged marriage story I wanted to do something a bit different and I hope I've achieved it. If you're looking for a fun read, take a moment and check it out, or better yet, purchase a copy. ;-)
THE SHEPHERD'S BETROTHAL
by Lynn A. Coleman
HEARTSONG PRESENTS HARLEQUIN
ISBN: 978-0373487714
HOPE LANG BELIEVES IN LOVE…
Not an arranged marriage to a man she's never met. Hope scorns such old-fashioned ideas, until she meets the man she once refused as her groom. Soon she's falling for the rugged yet caring Irishman.
Ian McGrae's determined to make a success of his new Florida homestead—not grapple with the woman who rejected him. But when the ownership of his land is disputed, Hope works by his side to uncover the threat. As Ian gets to know Hope, he finds she's his perfect match. And if they can forgive and forget the past, they just might have a future together.
The Shepherd's Betrothal is a Historical Romance set in St. Augustine, FL.
Paper Back at Amazon
Kindle Version
Barnes & Noble and Nook Version is on the same page.
At CBD
In this arranged marriage story I wanted to do something a bit different and I hope I've achieved it. If you're looking for a fun read, take a moment and check it out, or better yet, purchase a copy. ;-)
by Lynn A. Coleman
HEARTSONG PRESENTS HARLEQUIN
ISBN: 978-0373487714
HOPE LANG BELIEVES IN LOVE…
Not an arranged marriage to a man she's never met. Hope scorns such old-fashioned ideas, until she meets the man she once refused as her groom. Soon she's falling for the rugged yet caring Irishman.
Ian McGrae's determined to make a success of his new Florida homestead—not grapple with the woman who rejected him. But when the ownership of his land is disputed, Hope works by his side to uncover the threat. As Ian gets to know Hope, he finds she's his perfect match. And if they can forgive and forget the past, they just might have a future together.
The Shepherd's Betrothal is a Historical Romance set in St. Augustine, FL.
Paper Back at Amazon
Kindle Version
Barnes & Noble and Nook Version is on the same page.
At CBD
Tuesday, January 20, 2015
Private Detectives
Most historical writers are aware of the Pinkerton Detective Agency and the fictional tales of Sherlock Holmes. Both are from the 19th Century. Below are links and tidbits to other detective related stories and tidbits.
The Revelations of a Private Detective ©1868
Here's a copy of an advertisement for the above story with other detective stories listed.
Chapter Five of Major Joshua is a chapter on the life of the character as a private detective. 1894
Chapter Seven of Sealed Orders is the chapter on a private detective. 1886
Thirty Years A Detective by Allan Pinkerton ©1884
The Adventures of a United States Detective ©1876
Traced and Tracked; or Memoirs of a City Detective ©1884
Hands Up; Or Twenty Years a Detective ©1882
There are many more volumes you can find in Google books if you wish to search further and within your time frame.
The Revelations of a Private Detective ©1868
Here's a copy of an advertisement for the above story with other detective stories listed.
Chapter Five of Major Joshua is a chapter on the life of the character as a private detective. 1894
Chapter Seven of Sealed Orders is the chapter on a private detective. 1886
Thirty Years A Detective by Allan Pinkerton ©1884
The Adventures of a United States Detective ©1876
Traced and Tracked; or Memoirs of a City Detective ©1884
Hands Up; Or Twenty Years a Detective ©1882
There are many more volumes you can find in Google books if you wish to search further and within your time frame.
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Montgomery Ward Catalog
Years ago I posted a tidbit about Montgomery Ward Catalogs. You can follow the link here to read the old post.
Finding links to online sources for this catalog are difficult to come by. You can find many replica copies of the catalogue for sale on ebay. My copy is the fall & winter catalogue of 1894-95.
What is the advantage for a historical author to use a catalogue like Montgomery Ward for their novel? Besides showing the price of items from that time period. You also see what were the interests at that time. Games, Books, equipment of all kinds, etc.
I have found one link to a source.
Montgomery Ward & Co. Common Cookery 1897
If you have found others please share them in the comment section. Thanks.
Finding links to online sources for this catalog are difficult to come by. You can find many replica copies of the catalogue for sale on ebay. My copy is the fall & winter catalogue of 1894-95.
What is the advantage for a historical author to use a catalogue like Montgomery Ward for their novel? Besides showing the price of items from that time period. You also see what were the interests at that time. Games, Books, equipment of all kinds, etc.
I have found one link to a source.
Montgomery Ward & Co. Common Cookery 1897
If you have found others please share them in the comment section. Thanks.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Historical Tidbits from St. Augustine, FL
Today is the release of WINNING THE CAPTAIN'S HEART, the first in a three book series set in 1871 St. Augustine, FL. I love this old city. In fact, it is one of the oldest cities in the United States. There are spots in St. Augustine that still maintain their historical charm and it is well worth a visit if you're ever in the area.
Below I'm going to share with you some pictures I found from St. Augustine while researching the book:
1875 Fort Marion now known as Castillo de San Marcos but when my story is set it was called Fort Marion.
Here's a picture of the harbor in 1878
An old picture of the City Gates, note that they haven't repaired them at the time this picture was taken.
This is the historic district of St. Augustine that still looks pretty much the same, except that the street is no longer dirt. But the streets are still narrow like you see in this picture.
This series of photos all come from 1885, later than when my story is set but still a good example of the architecture.
Below I'm going to share with you some pictures I found from St. Augustine while researching the book:
1875 Fort Marion now known as Castillo de San Marcos but when my story is set it was called Fort Marion.
Here's a picture of the harbor in 1878
An old picture of the City Gates, note that they haven't repaired them at the time this picture was taken.
This is the historic district of St. Augustine that still looks pretty much the same, except that the street is no longer dirt. But the streets are still narrow like you see in this picture.
This series of photos all come from 1885, later than when my story is set but still a good example of the architecture.
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Wagon Train & Prairie Resources
Over the years I've posted several blogs regarding wagon trains and traveling west. Below is a list along with a few other items of interest for those of you writing during the 19th Century Historical West.
Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! Part 2
Westward Ho! Part 3
Westward Ho! Part 4
Westward Ho! Part 5
Conestoga Wagon One of the most common used as the Prairie Schooners.
Oregon Trail Outfits
Prairie Traveler Water
Prairie Traveler Livestock
Prairie Traveler Boots
Tabacco Alternative
Prairie Traveler Food Sustenance
Prairie Traveler Medicine
First Major Wagon Train
Pioneer Preacher
Each of the Books listed below are available for free on Google Books:
The Prairie Farmer
Prairie Traveler ©1859
Story of the Wild West and Camp-fire Chats by Buffalo Bill ©1888
Illustrated Sketches of Death Valley and Other Borax Deserts ©1892
Boy Life on the Prairie ©1899
The Romance of Conguest ©1899
Westward Ho!
Westward Ho! Part 2
Westward Ho! Part 3
Westward Ho! Part 4
Westward Ho! Part 5
Conestoga Wagon One of the most common used as the Prairie Schooners.
Oregon Trail Outfits
Prairie Traveler Water
Prairie Traveler Livestock
Prairie Traveler Boots
Tabacco Alternative
Prairie Traveler Food Sustenance
Prairie Traveler Medicine
First Major Wagon Train
Pioneer Preacher
Each of the Books listed below are available for free on Google Books:
The Prairie Farmer
Prairie Traveler ©1859
Story of the Wild West and Camp-fire Chats by Buffalo Bill ©1888
Illustrated Sketches of Death Valley and Other Borax Deserts ©1892
Boy Life on the Prairie ©1899
The Romance of Conguest ©1899
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