The Last Leaf Returns to the Wells House
In Frances Lanyon’s tale, Ira Wells fears the last dining room leaf marks the end of an era. Nellie’s arrival brings news that Joel, long absent, has struck it rich, repaying debts and promising home. The family prepares to celebrate by restoring the full dining set and welcoming Joel back to the nest.
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Irabella
Janet
Joel
Nellie
Madge
Canada
Warner
Mr. Wells
Mrs. Wells
Lesa
Ira
Bia
Aritta
Pia
Mr. Waldron
Nellis
Robert Waldron
Ira Wells
W. G. Chapman
Father
Mnother
Mr. Griggs
Gas lighting grows in Japan despite high costs
In Japan widespread adoption of gas for lighting reaches nearly two million people. Per capita use rises although rates remain higher than Europe or America. Byproducts and developments may lower future costs. capital in gas works totals about 26 million dollars with 250 miles of piping and 10 percent annual dividends. Hydroelectric growth could challenge gas firms.
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Japan
Europe
America
Philadelphia Commercial Museum
Unclear bonnet remark through neighborly chat
Mrs Jones exchanges a playful remark with Mrs Knox about a new bonnet during a neighborly visit. The scene captures light social banter and compliments about appearance, reflecting everyday small talk in a community setting.
Father's Conspiracy Ends With Family Reunion
A nine year old narrator recalls a court separation from his father and a potential stepfather. Hidden meetings and a moonlit ride lead to a car chase as the boy triggers the escape. The abrupt clash ends with Mr. Griggs leaving town and the parents reuniting, the boy safely back with his father.
Emerson as an Essayist in the Spokesman-Review
Frederic Perry Noble notes Emerson's essays as a continuous popular work that advocates freedom of personality and faith in the inner goodness of all men. He praises Emerson for presenting life through a universal circle of brothers and aligning beauty with truth in a high, idealist interpretation.
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Emerson
Hia
Keats
Frederic Perry Noble
Spokane
Wash
Spokesman-Review
Wanted Another Arrangement
A short, humorous scene from a visit with Theo and her relatives. Theo, a mischievous child, complains she would prefer more Uncle Wallies and fewer grandmothers. She sits in her rocker at Igat, feeling tired and unhappy after being reproved.
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Theo
Wallie
Igat
Pony Keeps Feeding Habit Rather Than Riding
An amused resident notes John backs a pony named Avandupala and spends much time feeding it, yet never rides. John explains he must wait until the animal grows plump enough to waddle, a humorous misunderstanding of fattening.
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John
Tucson City Manager System Receives Positive Endorsement
The Arizona Republic notes Tucson will continue its year old city manager system, with mayor and council backing the manager, careful hiring, and no political interference. Phoenix reports similar satisfaction after a year and a half, with smooth operation and promised gains, while cautions that failure would reflect on leaders, not the system.
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Tucson
Phoenix
Arizona Republican
Styles In Flower Beds To Create Unique Garden Displays
The article urges breaking from conventional beds using geraniums and coleus sparingly and exploring Verbanas petunias and other bold choices. It suggests a tropical foliage bed with plants such as Aspidistras ficus crotons dracaenas pandanus pepperomia palms sansevieria echeverias ferns and various color accents for contrast and texture.
Properly supporting climbing vines on walls
Advice from Vince on vine support warns against cloth strips as they tear away after rain or wind. Recommends screw hooks for heavy, stiff vines, leather straps for some varieties, and avoiding small tacks. Use long nails with head preparation for better hold.
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Vince
Glean Neighborhood Health Bulletin Promotes Cleanliness
A Chicago health department bulletin extols clean, well kept housing as beneficial, contrasting a dirty neglected area. It asserts that maintaining cleanliness pays financially and socially, urging better living conditions and showing a strong link between sanitation and value.
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Chicago Health Department
Jefferson Highway Association Drives 2000 mile Winnipeg to New Orleans
In New Orleans on November 15 and 16, over 400 road enthusiasts from seven states formed the Jefferson Highway Association. The project aims to build a 2000 mile hard surfaced route from Winnipeg, Canada to New Orleans linking agricultural centers across Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Louisiana. Bond issues in Texas and Louisiana have approved substantial funds, accelerating graveling and surfacing work. The highway, second in importance after the Lincoln, is expected to connect Canada with the Gulf of Mexico, transforming theory into a concrete national road.
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Frederick J. Wright
Jefferson Highway Association
New Orleans
Mississippi River
Winnipeg
Canada
America
New York
San Francisco
Great Agricultural Center
Dominion of Canada
Gulf of Mexico
Minnesota
Iowa
Missouri
Kansas
Oklahoma
Texas
Louisiana
Ozark Mountains
Arkansas
Thomas Jefferson
Louisiana Purchase Territory
Jeffferson
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Dee Moines
Kansas City
St. Joseph
Joplin
Muskogee
Denison
Shreveport
Baton Rouge
Social Advancement Through Good Roads Boosts Town Farmers
The piece argues good roads lift social progress and aid both town and oilfield communities. Farmers gain as road improvements cut marketing costs and labor, boosting farm product sales and overall regional prosperity.
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Olix
Encouragement To Birde Thrushes And Orioles Nearby
A short note urges observing and encouraging local birds including thrushes catbirds bluebirds and orioles living within view. It highlights enjoying song and presence of these species in the nearby area.
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Frances Lanyon
Weill
Sue
Roddy
Mother
Minta
Bense
Lionel
Charlie
Minne
Hapee
Ariz
Mardi Gras City
Upeg
Penn
Tansas City
Poplin
Teri
Doffersan Highway
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