The Omnibus Mystery Deepens in Paris Studio
Paul Freneuse and his Italian model Ria face a deadly intrigue after a young girl dies on a city omnibus. Binos theorizes a pin poisoned death from a hidden scheme, while Mirza the cat dies in a dramatic studio confrontation. A letter fragment hints at a broader plot as they plot private pursuit away from the police.
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Ria
Paul Freneuse
Cecilia Metvella
Montpart
Jardin Des Plantes
Rome
Paris
LaBlaco
Sabine
Aot
Ceteres
Italy
Kia
At 000
Sin
Freneuse
Frank Gayety
Paul
Angora
France
Abayzes
Omnibus
Goat Tenner
Cecilia Metelia
Bia
Father Lorenzo
Mirza
Lia
Miraa
Tobueso
Binos
Lubdiaco
Chigaon
Frenense
Tuiluk
Orient
Angele Mirza
Binas
Sam
Orauibus
Eneuse
Wollan
College of Race
Rue de la Tour Auvergne
Rue de Lavalle
Opee
Marchioness
Brivvilliers
Zelie Zenobe
Wau
Frevense
Frenease
Pla
Boisseau
Faubourg Salot Germain
Piedouche
THE TRANSVAAL BOERS Reach for Homes Across South Africa
Recounting waves of Boer emigration from the Cape to Natal and the Transvaal, the article traces annexations, wars, and rival views of Boer life. It notes Dutch settlers moving beyond the Orange River Free State, battles Majuba and Kambula, and debates over loyalty to Britain while detailing Boer society and habits.
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Cape of Good Hope
Natal
Orange River Free State
Transvaal Republic
Engilan
England
Cape Town
East Indies
South Africa
Halland
Cape Colony
Prince of Orange
Amiens
Holland
France
Louis Napoleon
Wilds
Alsatia
Marty Smith
Oran River
George Clark
Orange River
Vaal River
Orago
Majaliesberg
Spittzkop
Transvaal
Spitzkoppen
Wact
Cetewayo
Piers
Beinng
Kambula Hill
Majuba Hill
George Pomeroy Coiley
Romilly
Frederick Roberts
Gladstone
Africa
Lucas
Ates
Bodies Found Under Water Told by River Rescuer
Nathaniel EY Story, a lifeguard at Prison Point bridge, recounts two drownings found under water near Chelsea bridge and Prison Point. He describes pulling a drowning man to the surface, reviving him briefly, and noting cramp and mud entrapment as causes. A second victim, found after mud and tangled limbs, was recovered by a long effort. More anecdotes include saving others, tossing a hat to a grateful man, and preventing a train incident on the Eastern railroad.
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Veidt
Livingstone
Transvaal
Vaal
Globe
Chelsea Bridge
Sol
Prison Point
Agalon
Nathaniel EY Story
Prison Point Bridge
Story
Boston
Angora Cat’s Fatal End After Mischief and Poison Pin
In a tense scene, Mirza the Angora cat advances to a friend's offered gift while Binos holds a concealed gold pin. Mirza noses the pin, is pricked, and within seconds collapses—a swift, silent end from a cruel act as Frenense and the student watch.
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Mirza
Freneuse
Binos
Angora
Frenense
The Theatre Portrait of Paul Freneuse and Binos
A fragment describes Paul Freneuse rejecting a confrontation with Binos over revenge against criminals. It notes Mirza’s decisive experiment and hints at Freneuse’s rise from a ruined merchant’s son to a promising painter earning respect and fame, with family losses shaping his path.
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Paul Freneuse
Binos
Aul Freneuse
Mirza
Freneuse
Reptile Hibernation Patterns Vary by Winter Severity
Charles C. Abbott reports in Science on how reptile hibernation depends on winter harshness. Turtles seek deep pond holes or springs. some species partially feed in mid winter. Water snakes and garter snakes emerge earlier. upland snakes may appear lifeless yet survive. Frogs and salamanders retreat to pond bottoms and spring mud, with many found sluggish but not truly dormant in hogshead wells.
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Charles C. Abbott
Science
Dr. Abbott
Abbott
Launching a Chinese War Junk Amid Imperial Blessings
The Philadelphia Press describes a ceremonial launch of a Chinese war vessel with imperial blessing. An envoy from Pekin arrives, two altars are set on board to gods of the river and heaven, animals are sacrificed, joss paper prayers burn, and sea dragon rites accompany the launch amid gongs and guns.
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Philadelphia
Pekio
A Pot of Gold Buried Treasure Near Portersville
A late 19th century report describes a 10,000 treasure allegedly buried in 1862 near Portersville Bayou Coden area. An ash tree bears initials L. M. and a 10,000 mark beside a carved schooner, with a hole dug north of two cedars implying an earthen vessel. locals report noises and an excavation aimed at exhuming the treasure amid widespread excitement.
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Mobile Register
Hugh Rolston
Portersville
L. M
James L. Mims
Ireland
Mrs
He Taught the Boy a Lesson in Maine History
A Maine lawyer, active a quarter century ago, faced a rough city street on the way between home and office. His ten year old son was bullied by Irish youths. the father warned that if his son did not defend himself he would be struck first. The boy never faced further abuse.
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Ria
Maine
Pine Tree
George
Agai
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Miie
Paulet
Mile
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M. Poulet
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Sirage
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Fish River
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Panda
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