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Julia Pastrana, misnomered the Bear Woman
In columns 1 and 2, virulent criticism of interest in Pastrana. The author argues the performances should be stopped--and the newspaper agrees.
Continuation from Leipzig
J.T.B. recounts what he sees in Leipzig, including the performances of Pastrana. Emphasis on the German fascination with the strangeness of her appearance (and other performers).
Fremont and Free Love
Pastrana's "man" (Lent) claims to have chased Julia's mother in Mexico
"Impressions of the United States and Canada by a Russian Lady, To the Editor of the Herald"
"Sisinka" describes her travels, including details (in the last paragraph) about seeing Julia Pastrana perform in Toronto
Briefe eines Müssiggangers (Response to previous article)
Julia's friendship with artist (probably Friederike Gossmann) as described by audience member. Response to previous article. (Page 4 with advertisement for performance on page 8)
Aus Schulz's Lagebuch
Satiric response to Pastrana's performance at the Kroll establishment in Berlin.
A Curiosity
Audience response to Pastrana: description and "is intelligent and converses freely."
The Bear Woman
Pastrana described as "good natured and good hearted, fond of good living herself, and always ready to relieve those in need." Mention of donation to victims of fire in Toronto.
Local Intelligence
Negative response to JP's performance--"ensure disgust"