Light Keeper's Daughter Meg Hero of the Wreck
On a stormy November night Meg, daughter of a New England light keeper, saves her companions by using a roof ladder to reach the tower during a flood. Her sacrifice ends with a stained glass dedication in the village church and a marble tribute.
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Mrs. Colby
Bertha Day
Bertha
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Shen
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Fonasartr Gly
Howard
Youngirl
McClure
Was HIS WEAPON A Tale of a Brave Princess and a Wise King
A long, lyrical tale set in a southern kingdom about a 20 year old princess and her royal father, the wise king. The pious prior offers cryptic lessons while the king seeks a suitable husband. Solomon is invoked and a stratagem is hinted as the prince searches for wisdom and a partner.
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South
Solomon
Waas
The Wise King and the Princess of Marienberg
A tale depicts a king plotting to wed a princess. He staging a trial by combat with a living stone lion at the fortress of Marienberg. The contest draws three knights, each choosing a fighting order by sealed parchments, while the red knight faces a perilous ascent toward the castle aided by a wary crowd.
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Paige
Esquire
Tily
Pepe
Oteerag
Golemen
Hera
Belitely
The Wise King and the Pious Prior Knight Tale
The blue knight confronts a staged lion test at Marienare castle. A lion in a stone statue is defeated as the princess watches. The king and court applaud the knight who earns the princess’s regard. The knight reveals he is a common huntsman, not a prince, challenging the king’s deception. The tale ends with the princess considering his honesty and honor.
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Hedin
Gres Knig
Sam
Marien
Aon
Ion
Lessons in Camping Out What to Wear and Take and Where to Pitch
Camping guidance for boys outlines durable clothing like corduroy and homespun, gear basics such as a sturdy boot, knickerbockers, wool underwear, and a strong oiled canvas bag. It covers provisions, cooking gear, tents, site selection near water and wood, and practical camping habits with safety tips and tools.
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United States
Canada
Poisons and Remedies From Harper's Bazar
The article outlines household poisons in three classes, stresses initial steps to reject poison and counteract effects, and warns non medical helpers to favor nausea induction and vomiting. It details antidotes and risks for acids like oxalic and carbolic, creosote, and alkaline substances, plus cautions on stomach pumps and neutralizing with weak acids and fruit juices.
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Harper's Bazar
Tanner
A Russian Romance Tale of a Betrothal and a Forged Record
Walter Besant recounts a true tale from Russia about a nobleman who could not marry the village girl he loved. After a drunken wedding, he abducted her to Paris. A lawyer altered the parish register by erasing the rustic bridegroom’s name and replacing it with the nobleman’s, leaving no trace of forgery.
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Philadelphia Press
Walter Besant
Russia
Paris
Amity
Swai
What Is a Sprint Race? Habits of Noted Runners
An analysis of amateur sprinting in America from Outing May, detailing Malcom Ford's observations on training during work life, diet basics, and the essentials of starting technique. It compares styles of famous sprinters Wendell Baker, W. Cary, John Owen Jr., and Frederick Westing, noting records and race distances from 100 to 220 yards and the evolution of amateur speed.
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America
Malcom W. Ford
Mayave
Wendell Baker
W. C. Downs
Baker
Johnson
Ta Johnson
Cary
Thos
Frederick Westing
Sheyee Long
Gary
Princeton
Pripigur Athletic Union
Carey
John Owen, Jr
Merene
Ame Ayosting
Owen
Methane
England
Prentice Manei
el Hen
Wedding Ends In Joyful Union In Ancient Tale
A fragmentary reminiscence narrates a noble act and a wedding scene where a knight adapts heroic speech to praise the bride. The couple’s marriage is described as a happy conclusion, with timeless words of valor and virtue echoing through the ceremony.
A Petty Prince's Titles
The Monaco ruler bears many titles including Prince of Monaco and Prince de Chateau Percieu. He holds multiple lordships and noble ranks such as marquis and count, plus seigneurs and sives. He is captain of the Spanish navy and the Fourth Prince Charles of Monaco, reigning since September 1889. His princess is his second wife. his first wife Mary Hamilton was divorced in 1880.
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Monaco
Prince de Chateau Percieu
Prince Charles of
Mary Hamilton
Love, a Humorous Pulpit of Witty Wordplay
A fragment from Munsey's Weekly pokes fun at expressions of love with a punny exchange. One speaker dismisses poetic sentiment while the other offers a cheeky mechanical measure of love in two donkey power.
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Bho
It Blew and Snowed Good News Brief
A fragmented reminiscence recalls a harsh winter day. A child describes blowing snow and how adults correct the phrasing, reflecting a rural or old fashioned newsroom tone and dialect.
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Street & Smith
Proper Resentment in Confrontation at De Groots House
Johnson explains he has cut ties with the De Groots after they refused him admission to their house. Brownson questions familiarity, implying prior acquaintance.
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Brownson
de Groots
Johnson
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