Auctioned church ignites secrets and murder clues
Judy Jason recalls a mysterious anonymous bid for a long abandoned Quaker church amid a murder in the church and a burning fish shed. The group debates motives behind bids by De Witt Potter Quincy Norcross and Lily Kendall as Judy hides a stolen letter and money while a thief lurks nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judy Jason
Roddy Lane
Ana Ced Arawn
Iehereh
Fon
Judy
Bessie
Hughie
Lily
Hugh
Quade
Victor
Bessie Norcross
Miss Norcrnss
Albion Potter
Miss Judy
Jonas de Witt
de Witt
New York City
House of God
Monkeys
Lily Kendall
Mie
Gloria Lovelace
Sweet Reformers
Gloria
Herittle
Mr. Q
Uncle Wylie
Ietter
Dearie
Killin
Albion Fetter
Nella
Viector
United States
Weight and fame in sports lore across boxing and baseball
The piece recalls weight debates in boxing history with Fitzsimmons and Corbett, Babe Ruth’s 253 pound season, and notes on Barney Ross and Beau Jack. It then shifts to baseball, praising Lefty Grove’s 1928 and 1931 seasons, Christy Mathewson’s longevity, Cy Young’s varied deliveries, and the era’s pitching strategies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beau Jack
Babe Ruth
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Grove
Christy Mathewson
Cyrus Denton Young
Paoli
Matty
Big Six
Giant Crane Designed to Lift B-24 Bombers at Wright Field
Army air corps engineers at Wright Field design a giant crane capable of lifting the B-24 bomber to clear damaged planes quickly. The machine aims to reduce delays during and after enemy attacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army Air Corps
Wright Field
War Department Orders Gun Targets for Paper Stock
The War Department ordered gun targets requiring more than 2,500 tons of paper stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Value of Spiders Beyond Common Fear
Many spiders are helpful more than feared as their webs aid optical sights and range finders. They also prey on injurious insects, offering utilitarian and ecological benefits beyond mere pest concern.
Grow Fence Posts From Osage Orange Wood This Durable Source
Farmers plan ting osage orange seedlings for fence posts noting the wood’s durability in northern climates. Posts two to three inches thick can last about 12 years while four to five inch trunks yield nearly indestructible supports.
Kraut Fermentation Tips From Old Practice
Kraut Cool Kraut is made from two parts surplus early cabbage. It should be kept cool during fermentation and storage because spoilage usually results from high temperatures.
Sacks and Burlap Prepared for 1943 Wool Elig
An adequate supply of burlap and pauper sacks for handling the 1943 wool eligibility is expected. Paper ravine should be used for tying fleeces.
Used Cars and Chicks Ad From Liberal Credit Tone
An early 20th century ad lists Jesse M. Chase stores in Ogden Provo Salt Lake City Pocatello Boise Blackfoot offering 80 years of poultry supply. It highlights White Leghorn specialists 100 percent pure top ranking grain and straight run pullet or cockerel chicks with folders prices and entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse M. Chase
Ogden
Provo
Salt Lake City
Pocatello
Doise
Blackfoot
Eee
Weite
Treated Tool Handles and Bleached Wood Veneers
Commercially treated tool handles such as picks shovels and pitchworks have a blonde appearance from hydrogen peroxide bleaching. Many wood products are bleached by surface spray or veneer immersion to allow deeper sanding and smoother finishes.
Employment Shifts Hit Shoe Industry Since March 1942
Since March 1942 shoe employment fairs show an 8 percent drop in farming workers and a 9 percent decline in shoe manufacturing jobs. The data highlights continuing labor reductions in the footwear sector.
Cut Off Inessential Rooms to Save Coal This Winter
Advertisement urges homeowners to shut off sun porches and guest rooms to preserve coal. It also recommends oiling farm machinery chain drives by dipping chains in oil rather than using scattered drops from a can to prevent wear and damage.
Leather Grades and Military Shoe Production Rise
The article notes top grades of sole leather reserved for military branches including the army navy coast guard and marines. It mentions many large manufacturers shifting production to military footwear for adapted demand and national defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Navy
Coast Guard
Marines
Keep Shoes To Give Them Best Possible Care
Keep shoes in good repair and clean, polish them to replace lost oil after soaking in slush or rain. Dry slowly, rub with rough towel to prevent stiffness, and handle each pair with careful attention to preserve quality.
Rats Pay for Board in Farmer’s Extermination Budget
A noted pest control scheme pays farmers to host rats, with each rat costing about $2 for room and board for a year as part of an effort to reduce the rodent population.
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Isabel Wait Eo
Roddy
Hugh Norcross
Thaddeus Quincy
Norcross
Quincy
Miss Kendall
Doc Kearns
Jack Dempsey
Bob Fitzsimmons
Jim Corbett
Doc
Fitz
Carson City
Grantland Rice
Barney Ross
Bendy Leonard
Corbett
Ruby Robert
Jim Jeffries
Harry Greb
Robert Moses Grove
Yankees
Lefty
American Forestry Association
Alaska
Sitka
Nature's Minerals Company
Bath Street
Utah
Department
Salt Lake Desk Exchange
West Broadway
Nesert
TOR Optical
Boston
Graham Hatchery and Pullet Farm
Trayward California
Uspresse
K. EB. Morris Distriedior
Ruite
Northwestern Hide & Fur CO
South
Salt Lae City, Utah
Attention! Farmers & Livestock Raisers
Colorado Animal By-Products CO
Utah Corporation
Heber City
Logan
Spanish Fork
Garland
Tis
Idaho Hide & Tallow CO
Twin Falls
Tdinho
Idaho Falls Animal. Products CO
Finke Falls
Idaho
Idaho Animal Products CO
Numya
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