Harper's Young People, June 21, 1881 An Illustrated Weekly

"Harper's Young People, June 21, 1881" by Various is a children's magazine from the 1800s that captures the spirit of youth with historical tales, moral lessons, and exciting escapades that teach them to be brave and resourceful. One particularly poignant story follows a young woman named Emily Geiger—during the American Revolutionary War—who risks everything, outwitting treacherous scouts by swallowing the message she carries to prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. The magazine includes tales of clever children, nature and historical happenings that teach young children about fiction and real-life happenings.