Ghostly Schemes and a Revengeful Heiress Plan
Enid orders Rollo to guard a patient and forces a safe escape from the haunted house as Reginald Henson bears down on secrets. Bell and Steel uncover a blackmail plot tied to Reginald Henson, while Ruth Gates and David piece together a hidden foe and a family mystery.
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Enid
Williams
Reginald Henson
Willams
Rollo
Henson
Chris
Christiana Henson
Margaret Henson
Longdean Grange
Brunswick Square
Rembrandt
Lord Lattimer
Lady Littimer
Mrs. Henson
Latimer
David
Christiania Henson
Albumen
Walker
Bell
Miss Christina
Ruth Gates
Miss Gates
Artemus Ward
Ruth
Trave
Mystery in the City Aided by Unlikely Romantic Schemes
Steel and Bell discuss a baffling plot as David realizes the two are chasing the same mystery. The two men suspect Enid Henson and the sisters devised a perilous plan to enlist David for aid while avoiding exposure to a dangerous manipulator.
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Steel
Bell
David
Cose
Enid Henson
Brunswick Square
A Common Enemy in the Silent House
David, tired from a long night, spots a masked intruder entering through a window and grapples with the figure. A clash of arms and muffled footsteps echo as danger closes in. The story lifts with a tense, atmospheric confrontation in the study.
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David
Steel
German Women Seek Status Change in Address Form
A Berlin meeting under the Education and Studies of Women association discussed allowing married or single women beyond a certain age to be addressed as Frau. A law doctor argued against labeling by marital status and suggested Frau for elder women, noting the Berlin council already uses Frau for a senior school mistress. The group urged adopting Frau in daily address, leaving the age limit unsettled.
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Minnin
Germany
Paris
Berlin
Association For Promoting the Education and Studies of
BerNn
New York Commerceifal
Anant Dean Van Amridges at Columbia Faces Freshman Shock
A stern Columbia University dean known for military bearing disciplines a freshman who bursts into his office with a request. The youth arrives with hat on, cigarette lit, and pockets full, prompting a sharp exchange as the dean resumes his philosophy study.
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Dean van
Thomas
Thomas,” Responded the Youth, Suavely. “No, Sir—Jack-Ass
New York Times
Fast Billiard Beatdown in a Small Town
A visiting lawyer, famed at home for billiards, challenges a local player in a hotel in a small town. After several games he loses each time, and the native cheekily reveals he is the fastest man he has ever beaten. Cessell's Journal.
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John Jones
Cessell
Readable Quip Sparks Husband Guess in Philadelphia Press
A playful quotation from the Philadelphia Press features Emily Read joking about her husband’s reading ability. The exchange includes a remark about Ike and a humorous jab on comprehension, reflecting a lighthearted local newspaper moment.
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Philadelphia Press
Biggins Reveals Airship Truth After Fatal Crash
The Baltimore News reports Biggins completed a new airship named Truth. The moment of explanation is cut short as an ambulance arrives to carry his injured or dead remnants to the hospital, ending with a gurgling remark.
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Biggins
Baltimore News
Lively Widows and Mourning on Circus Day
A New York Tribune report riffs on mourning customs as widows at a Madison Square Garden circus shed sorrow for joy. Observations describe widows in correct black attire suddenly sprinting, skirts flying, veils flying, as elephants parade behind them.
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Madison Square Garden
New York Tribune
Whistling Choir Introduced At Augusta Sunday School
J T Lockart of Berean Baptist Augusta GA introduces a whistling choir for 301 member Sunday school. He cites The Burgomaster and The Tale of the Kangaroo as inspiration and plans to test the plan next Sunday with Rev J H Oliver backing the effort.
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R Georgis
J. T. Lockart
Berean Baptist Sunday School
Augusta
Lockhart
Ancient Burial Ground Report Sparks Giants Legend
Luictana Quintana on a Mesa Rica ranch in New Mexico reports a discovery of two inscribed stones and large bones. Forearm and jaw sizes suggest a giant race, with a seven foot chest circumference. Local legends and carvings support possible widespread remains.
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Luictana
Quintana
New Mexico
Three Generations Initiated Into Bethany Lodge No 821
At Black River in Jefferson County New York Daniel H Scott his son Byron N Scott and grandson Harry Waite Scott were initiated into Bethany Lodge No 821 I and A M on January 24 The grandfather Daniel H Scott born 1830 in Black River served in the Thirty fifth New York Heavy Artillery from 1861 to 1862 losing part of his hand Byron born 1851 and Harry born 1880 are the next generation.
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Black River
Jefferson County
N. Y
Free Masonry
Daniel H. Scott
Byron N
Harry
Bethany Lodge
A. M
Temperance Sermon Sparks Plevna Post Office Assault
A local preacher, Rev. W. H. Houston, faced an attack after a temperance sermon in Plevna Kansas. A joint keeper reportedly challenged him to a fight, and bystanders escorted the assailant toward retaliation with a beefsteak facial treatment, while the minister remained calm.
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Plevna
Kas
W. H. Houston
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