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November 29, 1882
Morning Appeal
Carson City, Ormsby County, Carson City County, Nevada
What is this article about?
The Willis brothers, traveling in the Holy Land, describe locals near the Red Sea as barely advanced beyond their riding animals, contrasting with Mark Twain's past mishap of being thrown over a horse's head there.
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Different from Mark Twain.
The Willis brothers, who are now traveling in the Holy Land, write home an interesting account of their experiences there. They describe the people living near the Red Sea as "very little in advance of the animals on which they ride."
This is not the way Mark Twain fared in the Holy Land. He attempted to ride one of the Palestine steeds and was advanced over the animal's head about twenty feet. Since Mr. Twain's time, however, it is possible that the stock has somewhat deteriorated.
The Willis brothers, who are now traveling in the Holy Land, write home an interesting account of their experiences there. They describe the people living near the Red Sea as "very little in advance of the animals on which they ride."
This is not the way Mark Twain fared in the Holy Land. He attempted to ride one of the Palestine steeds and was advanced over the animal's head about twenty feet. Since Mr. Twain's time, however, it is possible that the stock has somewhat deteriorated.
What sub-type of article is it?
Journey
Curiosity
What themes does it cover?
Exploration
Misfortune
What keywords are associated?
Holy Land Travel
Mark Twain Mishap
Red Sea Locals
Horse Riding
Palestine Steeds
What entities or persons were involved?
Willis Brothers
Mark Twain
Where did it happen?
Holy Land, Near The Red Sea, Palestine
Story Details
Key Persons
Willis Brothers
Mark Twain
Location
Holy Land, Near The Red Sea, Palestine
Story Details
Willis brothers share travel account describing primitive locals near Red Sea; contrasts with Mark Twain's earlier fall from a horse in the region, suggesting possible decline in horse quality since then.