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Witches of New York019 - Chapter 18 ConclusionStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-2610 minWitches of New York018 - Chapter 17 A Batch of WitchesStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-2523 minWitches of New York017 - Chapter 16 Madame HarrisStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-2416 minWitches of New York016 - Chapter 15 Madame CliftonStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-2328 minWitches of New York015 - Chapter 14 A Black Prophet Mr GrommerStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-2223 minWitches of New York014 - Chapter 13 Madame FleuryStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-2123 minWitches of New York013 - Chapter 12 The Gipsy GirlStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
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History and Records of the Elephant Club013 - ConclusionJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-2004 minWitches of New York012 - Chapter 11 Madame Leander LentStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1922 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club012 - Mrs Throughby Daylights Fancy Dress JamJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1916 minWitches of New York011 - Chapter 10 Madame Carzo The Brazilian AstrologistStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1924 minWitches of New York010 - Chapter 9 Mrs Seymour ClairvoyantStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1921 minWitches of New York009 - Chapter 8 Mrs Hayes a ClairvoyantStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1928 minWitches of New York008 - Chapter 7 Dr WilsonStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1922 minWitches of New York007 - Chapter 6 Madame Morrow The AstonisherStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1923 minWitches of New York006 - Chapter 5 Mrs PughStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1924 minWitches of New York005 - Chapter 4 Madame WidgerStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1927 minWitches of New York004 - Chapter 3 Madame Bruce The Mysterious Veiled LadyStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1923 minWitches of New York003 - Chapter 2 Madame PrewsterStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1925 minWitches of New York002 - Chapter 1 Which is Merely ExplanatoryStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1910 minWitches of New York001 - PrefaceStep into the whimsical world of New Yorks mystical practitioners in Witches of New York. This delightful narrative follows the author, Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson), as he shares his humorous encounters with fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other enchanting witches. Join him on a captivating journey filled with laughter and intrigue!
2025-11-1901 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club011 - The Hamlet NIghtJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1816 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club010 - The Police CourtsJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-181h 12History and Records of the Elephant Club009 - Johnny Cake's First SpreeJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1823 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club008 - The Club in an UproarJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1831 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club007 - Further DiscoveriesJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1854 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club006 - The Colored Camp MeetingJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1816 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club005 - First Evening with the ClubJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1859 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club004 - First Discoveries of the ClubJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1831 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club003 - The Elephantine DenJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1808 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club002 - How the Club OrganizedJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
2025-11-1812 minHistory and Records of the Elephant Club001 - How They MetJoin us as we explore the fascinating world of Mortimer Q. Thomson, an American journalist and humorist known for his clever wit and intriguing stories. Writing under the pen name Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Thomsons journey began in Riga, New York, and took him through the halls of Michigan University, where he was expelled—rumored to be for his daring spirit and involvement in secret societies. After a brief stint in theater, he turned to journalism and lectures, captivating audiences with his unique style. This podcast delves into the whimsical adventures of the Elephant Club, a group formed by six st...
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Fuel Your Mind With Your Ears To A Must-Listen Full Audiobook.Mortimer and the Witches by Marie CarterPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/26005to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Mortimer and the Witches
Author: Marie Carter
Narrator: Marie Carter
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
Release date: 07-30-24
Ratings: 4 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Americas
Publisher's Summary:
Under the pseudonym Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B., humor writer Mortimer Thomson went undercover to investigate and report on the fortune tellers of New York City's tenements and slums. When his articles were published in 1858, they catalyzed a series of arrests that scandalized and delighted the public. In Mortimer and the Witches, author Marie Carter examines the lives of...
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Mister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1761Fri, Sept 03 2010
Mister Ron's Basement #1761We have dug up some little-known gems from Mortimer Thomson, better known to one and all as Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.Our 1855 tale concerns a gift of an extremely hungry Hen called 'Doesticks is Presented With A Shanghai by the 'Young 'Un''.
Time: approx eight and a half minutes The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
http://ronevry.com/doesticks.html
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2010-09-0308 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1760Thur, Sept 02 2010
Mister Ron's Basement #1760We have dug up some little-known gems from Mortimer Thomson, better known to one and all as Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.From 1854, we have found an hilarious and a bit racy (well, for 1854, anyway) account of a theatrical performance by a well-known ham actor. It's called 'Doesticks Sees the American Tragedian.'
Time: approx twelve and a half minutes The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
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2010-09-0212 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1759Wed, Sept 01 2010 Mister Ron's Basement #1759 We have dug up some little-known gems from Mortimer Thomson, better known to one and all as Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B. Our 1854 tale concerns a group of religious followers of William Miller, gathering together for the predicted day the earth will end. It's called 'Doesticks Sees the Millerites.' Time: approx twelve minutes The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at: http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
http://ronevry.com/doesticks.html
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2010-09-0111 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1758
Tue, Aug 31 2010
Mister Ron's Basement #1758
We have dug up some little-known gems from Mortimer Thomson, better known to one and all as Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.
Today's piece was dug out of the Saturday Evening Post in 1861 - it's called 'What Doesticks' Wife Wanted.'
Time: approx nine and a half minutes
The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:
http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html
The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Cat...
2010-08-3109 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1379Sat, May 16 2009
Mister Ron's Basement #1379
Our Saturday Night Special story was originally presented in Basement Episode #933 a couple of years ago (you can find it here). In it Mortimer Thomson made fun of Reverend Henry Ward Beecher, one of the most influential men in America in the years leading up to the Civil War.
Apparently, the version we presented then was heavily edited by the Utah newspaper we originally found it in. Today we are re-reading the story in its complete form, as was printed in a Georgia Newspaper in 1856. It is about...
2009-05-1615 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1378Sat, May 16 2009
Mister Ron's Basement #1378
This week, we have dug up some extremely hard-to-find pieces by Mortimer Thomson, better known as 'Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.'
In today's very short tale from 1864, Doesticks tells of a truly unforgettable rain deluge -- 'In A Storm'
Time: approx two and a half minutes
The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:
http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html
The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
http://ronevry.com...
2009-05-1602 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1377Thu, May 14 2009
Mister Ron's Basement #1377
This week, we have dug up some relatively obscure, yet hilarious pieces by Mortimer Thomson, better known as 'Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.'
From November of 1856, we learn how crazy people get when wagering on elections -- in 'Doesticks Bets on Pennsylvania.'
Time: approx eleven and a half minutes
The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:
http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html
The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
2009-05-1411 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1376Wed, May 13 2009
Mister Ron's Basement #1376
This week, we have dug up some odd and funny pieces by Mortimer Thomson, better known as 'Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.'
Today's 1857 piece could easily be written today (except maybe the descriptions of horse-drawn drays). It is called 'Doesticks on Boston.'
Time: approx seven and a half minutes
The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:
http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html
The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
2009-05-1307 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1375Tue, May 12 2009
Mister Ron's Basement #1375
This week, we have dug up some pretty funny pieces by Mortimer Thomson, better known as Philander Doesticks.
Today we have a rare example of Thomson's Police Beat reporting from 1855 --it's called 'Doesticks Reporting for the Tribune.'
Time: approx nine and a half minutes
The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:
http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html
The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
http://ronevry.com/doesticks.html
2009-05-1209 minMister Ron's Basement IIMister Ron's Basement #1120Wed, Aug 13 2008
Mister Ron's Basement #1120
Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B. (actually Mortimer Thomson) covered the Civil War in his strangely oblique manner, which is represented here by the 1861 story of being a Zouave, 'Doesticks on 'Shoddy.''
Time: approx four and a half minutes
The Mister Ron's Basement Full Catalog can be found at:
http://ronevry.com/Mister_Rons_Full_Catalog.html
The Philander Doesticks (Mortimer Thomson) Catalog of Stories is at:
http://ronevry.com/doesticks.html
2008-08-1304 min