Bound by a Spell Chapter XXVII Contined Plotters Propose Forged Fireruse
Rodwell and Montgomery plot a double crime to silence Judith and Clara. Rodwell hires a feigned rescue, plans arson and staged disappearance to fleece the uncle and seize power, while Montgomery weighs his dangerous share in the scheme.
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Judith
Madame Berne
Mr. Montgomery
Montgomery
Rodwell
Jonathan Rodwell
Silas Carston
Clara
Savage shipbuilders of Likieb atoll rival modern craft
In Likieb atoll Marshall Islands natives, taught by a Portuguese trader and later two sons, build sturdy schooners using local woods and riveted joints. A shipyard thrives with New Zealand tools, selling 172 ton vessels for about $1000 to chiefs and cheaper to poorer buyers, per Washington Post.
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Marshall Group
South Seas
Likieb Atoll
Pacific
New Zealand
Savage Island
Savage
Washington Post
Automatic Poultry Feeder Promises Dawn Feeding Aid
An Illinois farmer earns a patent for an automatic poultry feeder using a hinged diaphragm and electro magnet latch controlled by a clock to empty a hopper at set times. The illustration shows the device as a morning aid for hatchlings and stock care.
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Illinois
Modern livestock care and water use boost farm profits
The article argues for vigorous growth of yearlings and cattle in generous housing, warns against harsh exposure, and stresses ample clean water for all farm animals. It also urges prompt sap boiling and practical sugar production, urging on-farm fertilizer use over purchased options to sustain future generations.
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Husbandsman
Indianapolis News
Sally's Beau Barred, Cyclone Cellar Courtship Tale
A Kansas girl declares her beau must never enter the house while her friend teases whether she will give him up. The reply reveals she still entertains him in the cyclone cellar, framing a curious domestic mischief.
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Mr. Porter
Judith
Montgomery
Silas
Kansas
Sally
Sorting Paya Apple Grower Praises Sorting Value
A. D. Appletree Barnes of Wisconsin reports a 7000 bushel apple crop and sales of 1215 dollars after careful assorting and handling. He emphasizes that systematic sorting boosts returns and proves apples pay.
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A.D. Appletree Barnes
Wisconsin
The Colt's Feet and Poultry Yard Tips
Advice on keeping colt hooves trimmed as needed and maintaining poultry health. Emphasizes quality feed over cheap products, dangers of damaged food, importance of grit in winter, and housing nests and separation of cockerels and pullets until just before saving eggs for hatching.
Jocular Tales and Quips From a Bygone Paper
A collage of humorous exchanges and witticisms from various newspapers. Jokes range from a child’s frostbitten request to fridge, to a minister’s collection plate, to a judge and magistrate quips. The snippets showcase old-time humor and social quirks across multiple voices and names.
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John Rodwell
Morley
Essex
Bury
Judith Stokes
Mr. Rodwell
Montgom
Morley's
Ele
Savages
Hare
Marcy
Mr. Small
Philadelphia Ledger
Chicago Journal
Shakspeare
Cassidy
Casey
Philadelphia
Saint Peter
Ann
Council Bluffs
Chicago News
Rastus
Chiccago Daily News
Johnny
John
Albany Evening Journal
Joblots
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