Desire Chapter XVI continued. David pursues papers for ten pounds
In this scene Daniel Leighan fears for his papers as David uses threats of burning ten pounds worth of coupons to force possession of one paper. He offers a will to control the box and pressures his uncle with promises of future visits while Mary consoles him and contemplates schemes to recover the property.
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David
Daniel
Daniel Leighan
Mary
Moreton
George
Uncle in Tears Over Lost Papers Found After Six Years
Mary finds her uncle in distress as his papers, long thought lost, are finally found. He laments the revelation and recalls a six year burden, fearing the worst until the documents turn up unexpectedly. His worry shifts to concern over finances and the future.
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Mary
Daniel
The Man Who Took My Papers and My Gold
A distressed speaker vows revenge after a theft that took papers and gold, lamenting the dream and a cousin named David. He warns Mary that a repeat act would drive him mad and longs to seize the culprit.
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Mary
David
Bag Hidden at Gray Wether Stone Returns to Owner
In a tense interview, a young man confronts Mr. Leighan about a lost bag of twenty sovereigns. The bag, found by the youth near Hamil Down, is returned, revealing the money was hidden and not stolen. Leighan weighs a reward, while credit goes to George Sidcote for the discovery.
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Mr. Leighan
George
George Sidcote
London
Rubber Horse Dum barton, the firehouse contortionist horse
The No 1 truck company in Baltimore nicknamed the great gray gelding Dumbarton the rubber horse for his ability to stretch his body like a contortionist. He often performs on the street drawing crowds, sometimes in his stall, while firemen watch and laughs greet the unusual feat.
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No. 1 Truck Company
Harrison Street
Sayette
Baltimore
Dumbarton
Baltimore News
The Bachelor Banter and a Tailor’s Claim
A witty exchange centers on the idea of judging a person, with The Benedict noting his skill as a ladies' tailor. The dialogue contrasts the Bachelor’s doubt with the tailor’s confident assertion.
The Stenographer Warns Of Marital Tradeoffs
A stenographer argues that leaving a steady eighteen dollar a week job for marriage risks losing independence and money. Her friend counters with romantic optimism but admits concerns about housework, finances, and social restraint. The exchange ends with both claiming equal nerve about taking chances.
Royalty’s thrift and their hidden fortunes
A survey notes monarchs from Victoria to the sultan diversify savings across nations. It cites Victoria’s reputed wealth, Alexander II’s legacies, Alexandra’s bequests, Leopold II’s rubber empire, George of Greece’s trading, and the sultan’s wealth via British banks and a Constantinople street.
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London
Queen Victoria
Russia
Alexander II
Nicholas
Alexander
Alexander III
Alexandra
Princess of
Wales
Leopold
Belgium
Leopold & Co
Kongo Free State
Europe
George
Greece
Austria
Bank of England
Bundle Bearers and the Fall of the Bundle Era
A Boston Herald piece recalls a bygone era when men carried home goods and papers in bundles, from scholars to statesmen, noting modern urban fashion shuns bundles. It contrasts historical practicality with contemporary snobbery and Democratic simplicity as described by De Tocqueville.
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Easly
Burke
Eee I
Napoleon
de Tocqueville
Boston Herald
Visitor Recognizes Jimmy in Cleveland Leader Note
A brief dialogue fragment shows a visitor and Jimmy exchanging knowing phrases about identity, as reported in the Cleveland Leader. The exchange hints at recognition and a light boast, framed in a casual newspaper voice.
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Jimmy
Cleveland
No Profit in Sight in Washington Star Quip
A Washington Star snippet presents Senator Sorghum dismissing calls to attack the trusts with ringing speeches, saying there is nothing to gain and the public wouldn’t believe him while the trusts might. The piece references Tucky as the man whose troubles bother neither him nor his friends.
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Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Tucky
Ife Morbid View Warns Naggs About Meeker Cheer
In a dialogue Naggs urges caution as Mrs. Naggs notes Mr. Meek er's wife grows weaker and his income is small. Naggs questions Meeker's cheerful demeanor while Mrs. Naggs confirms the doctor says the wife cannot last much longer. The pair worry Meeker may reveal his vulnerability.
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Madentine
Naggs
Ife
Mrs. Naggs
Nages
Sure Cure at Last From Dodd's Kidney Pills
Monticello Mississippi September 4 Special Lawrence county reports a steady stream of testimonials praising Dodd's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney troubles and dropsy. Mrs L B Baggett credits the remedy with restoring urine flow and health, stating she is now a well woman. The ad proclaims cured kidneys purify blood and energize the body claiming Dodd's Kidney Pills as the greatest tonic.
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Monticello
Miss
Lawrence County
Dodd
L. B. Baggett
Tie Inspires Love and Lessons in Style
A newly accepted lover asks why a plain man wins hearts, and the answer lies in the girl’s pride over her diamond and the way she ties ascots. The scene, quoted from the New York Press, blends flirtation with a fashion detail as a subtle claim to charm.
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New York Press
Enthusiasm in Life and Sunshiny Hearts
The New Orleans Times temas on life’s sunshine and cheerful souls like Melville Keller and Robert Louis Stevenson. It cites Keller’s view that enthusiasm fuels warmth and sympathy and Stevenson’s cheerful resilience despite illness, with a prayer for daily cheer and diligent rest.
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New Orleans Times
Melen Keller
Robert Louis Stevenson
Sleer
OUST THE DEMON A Tussle with Coffee
A California couple report nervous trouble and severe headaches from coffee and credit Postum Coffee with relief. After switching, they say headaches ceased nerves steadied and neck muscles relaxed. They now avoid the old coffee and freely share Postum with their children, noting it contains no drugs.
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California
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Sidcote
Berry
Sualy
Benedict
Johnny
Efe
Johnnies
Toms
Jacks
Willles
Jims
Mr. Henderson
Chicago Daily News
Turkey
Paris
Constantinople
Indies
E. Bierman
Leipsic
Ohio
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