Worthy Whipping Tales From A Virginia Farm Story
Ea Howe recounts Jim and Dan Ayers who as boys followed a distant commotion beyond the Big Woods to the Battle of Bull Run. They walked from morning into afternoon, forded streams and fled strange dogs, hungry and lost, before witnessing a defining Civil War moment.
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Ea Howe
Kansas
Atchison Globe Fame
Jim
Dan Ayers
Virginia
Sydney Springs
Jim Ayers
Big Woods
Dan
Bulls Run
Fatal French Drill Accident Kills Soldier at Montreuil
A young recruit named Laurent was killed during a sham attack drill by a blank cartridge fired by a sentry in the Thirty first regiment at Montreuil-sous-Bois near Paris. The incident occurred when a cartridge exploded within a yard of him, despite orders not to load rifles. The defender, shocked and unaware a cartridge was in use, fired believing it part of the exercise. Laurent, eldest son of a widow with three younger children, died after being taken to Begin hospital.
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Montreuil-sous-Bois
Paris
Montreuil
Laurent
Begin
London Telegraph
Lloyd George Finds Help From His Early Friends
Sidelight on Lloyd George notes his rise from shy youth to chancellor of the exchequer aided by trusted schoolday friends. He recalls no direct help from above yet says many hands pushed him forward from behind. He credits loyalty to his people and mountain traditions for his steadfast will.
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Lloyd-George
London Daily News
Confetti Sparks Controversy At York Wedding
A York Shire collier laments wedding confetti, calling it daft and cruel as he watches a party depart the church opposite. He recalls rice tossed in the past and jokes about feeding pidgins with confetti remnants and even ostriches thriving on torn paper scraps.
Local Social Roundup From West Central Indiana
Sunday visits and weekend travels across North Salem New Ross Lebanon Mt. Zion and James town noted. Families including Nicely Sparks Broshar Lucas Leek Ray Day and Fall along with others attended gatherings and fishing trips with mentions of a cow purchase and an ice cream supper.
The Booster Poem Praises Work and Community Spirit
A verse extols a local booster who prioritizes town and family. It describes how his enthusiasm, speech, and optimism spur business activity, community events, and civic pride, concluding that his faith and smile contribute to a worthwhile world.
Cancer in Fishes and Health Warnings
The state board of health notes fishes are prone to cancer and other diseases. It cites government plans for a station to study these illnesses and links cancer in fish to sewage-saturated soils and low-lying habitats. It warns about unknowingly consuming cancerous fish.
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State Board of Health
Police disrupt a local crap game near Felker factory
Policeman Albert West broke up a crap game near the George F Felker Cabinet factory. Affidavits charging gambling were filed against Willie West Ivan Coulter Charles Brown John Hummel William Kernodle William Swailes Charles Worland. Three pled guilty and were fined five dollars plus costs totaling 15.05. West Coulter and Brown were punished. Hummel was to appear later.
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Lebanon
Albert West
George F. Felker
Squire Harlan
Willie West
Ivan Coulter
Charles Brown
John Hummel
William Kernodle
Woile Swailes
Charles Worland
Squire Perris
West
Coulter
Brown
Hummel
Vaudeville joke about a hand laundry sign
In a vaudeville sketch two comedians riff on a street sign advertising a hand laundry. One asks what is strange about it and quips that a man would go to a laundry to wash his hands, delivering a quick playful pun.
Handicapped Exchange on Slap Incident
Dialogue reveals a handicapped man named John explains he could not strike back after being slapped because his cane was in one hand and his gloves in the other, while Paul notes the barrier to retaliation. The exchange highlights restraint and physical limitation in a confrontational moment.
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John
Paul
Piles Cured at Home by New Absorption Method
If you suffer from bleeding itching or protruding piles this new absorption treatment is advertised to cure you at home. Send your name for instructions and a free trial sample with local references if requested. Immediate relief and permanent care promised. Write Mrs. M. Summers Box P Notre Dame Ind.
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M. Summers
Box P
Notre Dame
Ind
To Avoid Mosquitoes This Summer
Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water around homes and carry malaria germs. Clean yards and eaves to curb breeding and reduce sickness and medical costs. Identify and remove standing water to prevent an outbreak as summer begins.
Ambitious Talk About Owning A Machine
A lively street exchange shows Tim and Mickey debating wealth and machines. Tim dreams of owning one to cut costs with girls listening as Mickey questions affordability.
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Tim
Mickey
Dem
Joy Rides and the Grim Toll of Reckless Driving
A Leba non automobilist laments joy rides as risky escapades that leave the crowd unsafe. He warns that inexperienced drivers push thirty to forty miles over poor roads, hit a rut, lose control, and trigger crashes with deaths and injuries.
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Lebanon Automobilist
June Weather Prognostications From Rev R Hicke
The Rev Srl R Hicke issues general June forecasts predicting frequent rains and electrical storms. Storm periods run June 3–9 with showers, mid month surges around the 11th 13th and 23rd 24th, and a last four days trend on the 28th 29th 30th. Global volcanic unrest and earthquakes are noted mid to late June.
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Srl R. Hicke
Divorce Deal Sealed for Privacy and Publicity
A terse exchange shows a lawyer offering a private divorce for 100 dollars and a publicity option for an additional sum. The dialogue hints at a scheme around press-free dissolution and a novelist seeking wider attention.
A Blade of Grass and Life's Hidden Mystery
An English writer muses on a blade of grass as a window to life. Each small blade links to life’s origins and the universe, contrasting earthly fragility with distant stars. A withered blade invites care as a reminder of existence and responsibility.
Out of Sight Henpecque-Johnson in Alien Army Tale
Fragmentary dialogue follows Henpecque-Johnson joining an alien army amid uncertain statuses Henderson dies or lives while a clock strikes midnight. A married turn and a tense exchange reveal a strained moment as the night lingers and a decision to go is made.
Declared Insane in Small Town Hearing
John H. Hedge of Max was taken to the mental hospital Saturday after being declared of unsound mind and stated to be of lawful age.
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John H. Hedge
Max
Mien
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New
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Washington
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McCall Patterns
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W. 37Th St
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Advance R. R
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Pearl
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George Ray
Mt. Zion
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