When Game Was Abundant in North America
The article traces the once vast mammal life across North America from Arctic caribou to buffalo and elk in the plains, and sea mammals along coasts, noting dramatic declines due to occupation and hunting. It highlights early records of abundance, later overexploitation, and the need for protective laws, plus paleontological evidence from California asphalt pits.
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North America
Africa
Arctic
New World
United States
Canada
Greenland
America
Allouez
Lake Erie
Lake Michigan
Perret
Manitoulin Island
Lake Huron
California
North Paelfe
Great Plains
West
Los Angeles
Calif
Alaska
Bering Straits
Rocky Mountain
Too much pressure on the gifted child in training
A Woman's Home Companion note discusses the burden on a so called only child who endures excessive training anxiety interference and observance in the upbringing of a highly monitored infant.
Whimsical Street Scene with Artie Blanchard
In State Street Artie Blanchard amid a holiday crowd pretends calm as he flirts and jokes with Mamie. Their reunion follows a tense exchange over a bracelet and a past heartbreak, leading to plans for an upcoming encounter with the Connelly girls.
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Artie
Mamie
Mr. Blanchard
Gods of Chance in Japan Parade Good Fortune Across Homes
The New York Herald Tribune notes that Japan has many luck deities from Shintoism Buddhism and Brahmanism and even Vacism. Dai koku the wealth god is popular and pictured with rice puddings. Hotei the jolly god carries a large bag of treasures. Ebisu the fishermen’s patron is shown in bright attire with a fish or rod.
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Occidentals
Japan
Daikoku
Hotei
Ebisu
Hiruko
New York Herald Tribune
Twain in Bath Robe Stuns London Crowd
The Detroit News reports Mark Twain visiting London in 1007 wearing a blue bathrobe and slippers. He said he wanted a bath at a club across Dover Street and compared London to a seaside town, astonishing locals with his casual humor.
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Mark Twain
London
Dover Street
Detroit News
Al Falfa and Timothy Hay City Change Plan
Al Falfa explains to Timothy Hay that they stopped hosting city friends every weekend. They diverted guests by providing canned goods from local stores instead of fried chicken. The conversation references Vancouver Province and a casual offhand approach to hosting.
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al Falfa
Timothy Hay
Vancouver
Startling Political Jibe Sparks Spelling School Comment
Senator Sorghum quips about restarting the political process by skipping the conference and caucus and beginning with a spelling school. The Washington Star reports the remark as a tongue in cheek critique of party procedures and language.
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Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Jack entangled in two loves at once
The item reports on a man named Jack involved in two simultaneous romantic affairs. The refrain suggests trouble as the old adage that the course of true love runs not smooth is invoked to describe the situation.
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Jack
Modern Caution on Honest Work and Pay Promptness
The note urges workers to strive hard and be honest, to put in a full day, and to avoid claiming pay before earnings are certain. It cautions patience and diligence, implying compensation follows genuine effort and verified results.
Altruist Desk Sergeant Question Sparks Theft Debate
A witty exchange questions motives of a thief who stole a dilapidated car. The desk sergeant asks why catch a thief if the car is worthless, while the victim argues the thief is dangerous and should be stopped.
Enthusiastic Husband Forces Family to Two Wireless Sets
A radio gag recalls a couple where the husband insists on a second wireless set. The family shares the first while the husband tinkers with the other, creating humorous household tension.
Marie's Little Study Modiste Dream
A brief note on Marie studying to be a small milliner. The piece hints at time and the way she models her knees as she practices. The tone is vignette like a domestic scene from a period page.
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Marie
They Cry for Them Georgie Porgie Suddenly Dies
A nostalgic line about Georgie Porgie and kisses contrasts with a distant event as the verse hints at changing times and girls not crying over till now.
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Georgie
Porgie
Rural Folk Build Barntop Airmail Box
In a rural exchange, Hiram explains to Uncle Eli that he is installing a mailbox on the barn peak to catch the air mail as it passes. The plan aims to speed distant communication by leveraging the flying mail route.
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Eli
Hiram
Hair Restorer Sells Bottle Amid Curious Question
A barber answers why he wears rubber gloves while cutting hair claiming gloves protect hands from his celebrated hair restorer. He sells a bottle.
No Slot Machine Mummie And Grannie Money Gift
A humorous fragment describes a child asking about a slot machine and pennies while an adult wonders where chocolate packets emerge, labeled as humorous dialogue from a humorist.
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Mummie
Nox Grannie
Bobby
Used Car Engine Promises Meet Opposing Claims
The notice discusses a used car advertised by The Dealer promising 60 horsepower. Buyers and the seller clash over whether the engine delivers the advertised power, with statements suggesting conflicting performance expectations.
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Henry Carr
Dr Caldwell Learnt Constipation Basics From 47 Years Practice
A physician notes over decades that constipation will occur despite care and emphasizes natural treatment with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. He urges timely bowel movements and discourages drastic purges, offering a free trial by mail from Monticello Illinois.
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Caldwell
Dr. Caldwell
It Was All Wet Bride Shower Called Off by Rain
A wedding shower for the bride-elect was canceled due to rain after plans were in place. Hosts postponed the event and attendees were informed of the disruption caused by the weather.
Galled Horses Hanford’s Balsam of Myrrh Not Suited
In a 469 foot oil tanker a single operator controls the ship through levers for speed and start stop while a gyroscope guides its movement. The article notes money back offers for first battle and references all dealers in relation to Galled Horses and Hanford’s balsam.
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Hanford
Quip on Love and Shopping From Montreal Herald
A fragment from the Montreal Family Herald includes light exchanges about age and romance. It breezily notes a tip to tell grocers to use Red Cross Ball Blue for bluing and claims lasting results.
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Red Cross
Shake Him If He Keeps His Word They Say
A terse admonition urges quick action against a man who fails to honor promises, warning that delay will bring regret. The speaker stresses credibility and the consequences of broken oaths.
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Jeke Gamoe
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National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
Rocky Mountain Foothills
George Ade
Artie Blanchard
State Street
Johnny
Connelly
Twain
Bertie
Barbara
Montreal Family Herald
Allen
le Roy
Daisy Fly
Desser
Tarold Bomers
Breookiya
Edwin Hulme Melleain
Philadelphia
Popular Mechanics Magazine
Lydia E. Pinkham
Parker
Draugvists
Ve. N
Floreston
Hiscox Chemical Works
Patchogue
Necatosh
Old Indian Bremedy, Ecatosh Indian Remedy Co Watersloo
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