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Akron Register Tribune

Location

Akron, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1912

Page

4

Spider Folklore Inspires Scottish King Bruce

A folk tale recalls King Bruce facing defeat in battles against invaders. In a lonely castle room he watches a spider repeatedly fail and finally succeed, inspiring him to rally once more and rout his foes. The tale echoes the adage if at first you don t succeed try again.

Scotland King Bruce England Bruce

Nonsense verses and quips on weddings and gossip

A collage of cartoonish lines about marriage costs, a ring tale, a girl named Mary with a treasured ring, and cheeky exchanges among girls. It mentions suffragettes, a baby weighing four pounds, and a dyspeptic choosing foods carefully, all in a playful, dated vernacular.

Barony Mystery and Rescue on Scratch Hill Trail

In a Southern setting the Quintards’ Harony estate faces sale as Hannibal Wayne Hazard emerges, adopted by Yancy who helps the boy evades danger from Captain Murrell. Betsy Malfoy and Bruce Carrington join quests beside Judge Slocum Price, who recognizes Hannibal as the Barony’s heir amid racing and social life at Boggs’ track.

Flaid Wouthern Plantation Harony Quintards Jonathan ‘Crenshaw Tranger Bladen Bob Yancy Hannibal Wayne Hazard Yancy Narthaniel Ferria Quintains Hannibal Urrall Pears Bony Scratch Hill Dave Blount Murrell Blount Squire Baleam Betty Malfoy Ferrises Bruce Carrington Betty Carrington Slocum Price Judge Cavendish Ratt Price Fovemiks Ja'l Bend Plain Betts

Dro d igal Battle at Belle Plain Ends in Showdown

Betty defies Murrell at a racing gathering as Carrington and Norton join the rifle contest. Judge Slocum Price officiates while Hannibal and Betty navigate the crowd. Murrell taunts Carrington before Carrington fires the decisive center shot to win.

Betty Hannibal Murrell Carrington Allence Norton

Judge seeks legal practice in Boggs Raleigh region

The judge, convinced of support from warm hearted and prosperous locals, considers locating in a small tavern town. He visits Charley Norton, who owns the only available house, to secure a residence for his new venture, while Norton gently steers him away from talking rent. Tom Ware and Captain Murrell recount life at Belle Plain as a side note.

Betty Hannibal Ware Mahaffy Price Judge Slocum Price Tom Ware Norton Slocum Price Carrington Mannibal Murrell Belle Plain West Tennessee Charley Norton Hicks John Murrell Tom Portal of Hope Judge Price Mr. Mohaffy Boggs Raleigh Beile Plain Solomon City Mr. Pegloe Mr. Pesioe Thicket Point Plantation Betty Malroy Captain Murrell Office

They Saved His Life and Won a Medal

Two young motorists with a green chauffeur nearly hit an old man at a crossing. They returned to check on him, found him winded but alive, and then gave him a ride home. The grateful man called them the two who saved my life and they hope to win Carnogle medals.

Hoya Tim

Time of Widowhood Recalled in Quoted Exchange

In a dialogue, Mrs Weed notes she will mark one year since her widowhood on the fourth of a upcoming month. The other speaker marvels at the passage of time and the slow pace of waiting for acceptable attentions, concluding time seems to fly.

Mra. Weed

We Can and We Do: Silent Plays Demonstrated

A demonstration showcases plays without words and without actors, proving stage works can convey meaning through movement and mime. The project emphasizes accessible theatre and the power of visual storytelling.

Grape-Nuts claims brain nutrition through Phosphate of Potash

A promotional piece argues Grape-Nuts and Postum boost brain function by supplying Phosphate of Potash and other mineral salts. It cites authorities, editor testimonials, and diet advice, insisting sustained use rebuilds brain matter and supports nervous strength.

Gecegan Beamis Geo. W. Carey

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