Irwin Russell Flashcard

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What pandemic did Irwin Russell help his father care for the sick?

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Yellow fever pandemic

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Who did Irwin Russell study law with?

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Judge Lemuel N. Baldwin

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What was a significant factor in Irwin Russell's literary popularity?

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Writing in dialect

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Where did Irwin Russell die?

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In his rented room

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When was Irwin Russell born?

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June 3, 1853

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What genre did Irwin Russell primarily write in?

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Dialect poetry

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What is the significance of the Yellow fever pandemic in history?

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It caused widespread illness and death, impacting public health responses.

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What role did Judge Lemuel N. Baldwin play in Irwin Russell's education?

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He was Russell's law instructor.

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How did writing in dialect influence Irwin Russell's work?

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It made his writing more relatable and authentic to local culture.

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What are some common themes in Irwin Russell's poetry?

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Local life, humor, and social commentary.