Chapter IV · Chapter 4

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

concurrence of opinion

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

later than; following

From this reading However, these deficiencies were to be discovered only after entering.

in the past

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

take a court case to a higher court for review

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

English architect (1723-1796)

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

past form of “chance” — be the case by chance

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

the person or thing chosen or selected

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

plural of “crack” — a long narrow opening

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

plural of “deficiency” — the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable

From this reading However, these deficiencies were to be discovered only after entering.

worth having or seeking or achieving

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

true confidential information

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading However, these deficiencies were to be discovered only after entering.

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

a movement into or inward

From this reading However, these deficiencies were to be discovered only after entering.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the trait of being meticulous about matters of taste or style

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

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From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading However, these deficiencies were to be discovered only after entering.

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From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

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From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

being nothing more than specified

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

plural of “miner” — laborer who works in a mine

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

plural of “occupant” — someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

and nothing more

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

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From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

fraught with danger

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

plural of “pitfall” — an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

cover with planks

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

established beyond doubt

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

done or occurring in a brief period of time

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

a mental impression retained and recalled from the past

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

past form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

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From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

only a very short time before

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

plural of “section” — a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

having elegance or taste or refinement in manners or dress

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

in or at that place or location

From this reading But such a one would have had small choice in the matter, as it chanced to be the only hotel there.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

in the direction of

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

plural of “traveller” — a person who changes location

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

radically distinctive and without equal

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

without question

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

not alert to danger or deception

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

during the time that

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The Miners' Home was unquestionably unique as regards architectural details, having been constructed by sections, in accordance with the rapid development of the camp, and enjoyed the further distinction--there being only two others equally stylish in town--of being built of sawn plank, although, greatly to the regret of its unfortunate occupants, lack of seasoning had resulted in wide cracks in both walls and stairway.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading These were numerous, and occasionally proved perilous pitfalls to unwary travellers through the ill-lighted hall, while strict privacy within the chambers was long ago a mere reminiscence.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading A NEW PROPOSITION To one in the least inclined toward fastidiousness, the Miners' Home at Glencaid would scarcely appeal as a desirable place for long-continued residence.