Quote from Joe about Jim sparks mock rivalry
A fragmentary exchange shows Joe belittling Jim with taunting lines about mistakes and merit, implying a sharp, public mockery. The lines suggest tension or rivalry within a small group, with emphasis on perceived competence and judgment.
His Uncle's Fortune Turns Up in a Sudden Windfall
Robert Summers, down to his last five dollars, learns his uncle in Chile has left a fortune. He uses the inheritance to secure bank overdrafts and investments, building an empire of properties and mines. After a swift run of deals, he clears debt and pockets a sizable profit, then plans to leave Darmouth for London.
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Bob
Bob Summers
Summers
Dormouth Times
Robert Summers
Richard Summers
Dormouth
Chile
Hint
Mr. Summers
Darmouth Arms
Bol Summers
Cable
South America
Wheedle
Mr. Bolster
Squire Merryweather
Merryweather’s Bank
Merryweather’s
Rob
Merryweather
Holster
Merryweathers’ Bank
Vin
Darmouth Tin and Coasting
Merryweather's
London
Darmouth
Ted Craig
Craig
West Indies
Ted
Yaqui Indian Uprising in Sonora Battle Over Lands and Autonomy
A historical feature recounts the Yaqui uprising in Sonora against Mexican encroachment on their lands and sovereignty. It notes Yaqui tenacity dating back to Cortes, their skilled labor, and military resistance aided by Arizona cowboys and possibly Rough Riders. The conflict includes Tetablate’s treaty, harsh taxation, and battles near Guaymas with a Maxim gun influencing tactics.
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Mexico
Cortes
Gulf of California
Arizona
Sonora
Republic
Tetablate
Ortiz
Guaymas
Paz
Col
Peinado
Cuba
Torres
Torres’ Invincible
Maxim
Room Thirteen in Hotels and Superstitions Explained
A hotel proprietor explains superstition around room 13 and why many hotels avoid it. He notes some guests avoid 13 or 14, cites a politician who refused 13, and mentions clubs that meet on the 18th with 13 at their tables. The piece compares avoidance patterns and storage use for 13 in modern hotels.
Tactics of the Con Men and their Simple Dodges
A Chicago detective recalls Mardi Gras Swindle schemes in New Orleans. He notes how con artists gain trust by using a borrowed item to pin the dupe to the scene, then vanish with the money. The piece cites the overcoat and a gingham umbrella as emblematic props used by scammers.
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Dupes
Chicago
New Orleans
Kentucky
Louisiana
Dupe
St. Charles
Eddie Burns
Burns
Illinois
Youthful Diplomacy and Long-Running Policies
A corner grocer recalls a young customer buying caramels for her father to surprise him on his return. The piece notes a 72 year old life policy issued in 1828 with £1000 sum insured and £4331 with bonuses. It also mentions monarchs avoiding or embracing firearms in brief anecdotes.
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Papa
Memphis
Scimitar
Martineau
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Jim
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Transvaal
America
Colorado
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Kinge
Sweden
Belgium
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