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In the early 1880s, the first “products of Western civilization” that really appealed to Korean consumers were beer, matches and kerosene. During the 19th century, kerosene was the United States number one export item to the Korean Peninsula. In 1885, more than 162,400 gallons (614,750 liters) of American kerosene arrived in Jemulpo (modern Incheon).

In the early 1880s, the first “products of Western civilization” that really appealed to Korean consumers were beer, matches and kerosene. During the 19th century, kerosene was the United States number one export item to the Korean Peninsula. In 1885, more than 162,400 gallons (614,750 liters) of American kerosene arrived in Jemulpo (modern Incheon).

Jemulpo tennis tournament in 1902

Lillie Ruth Simpson, 69, resided in South Haven, Michigan. She was born May 4, 1952 from the union of Obide and Fannie Ruth Williams of Winona, Mississippi.

Coming to the rescue in 1884: Part 2

Coming to the rescue in 1884: Part 2

Coming to the rescue in 1884: Part 2

Noisy, staggering start to 1891 New Year in Jemulpo Posted : 2021-01-02 09:50 Updated : 2021-01-03 09:41 The streets of Jemulpo decorated for a holiday in the early 20th century. Courtesy of Diane Nars Collection By Robert Neff At the end of December 1890, 25-year-old Arnold Henry Savage Landor ― an English painter and writer ― arrived in Jemulpo (modern Incheon) to get a feel for the Land of the Morning Calm. He would soon discover the kingdom ― especially at this time ― was anyth...