Doctor Franklin Synopsis of a Colonial Tale
Solomon Btnkus, veteran scout and interpreter, guides Jack Irons through Horse Valley New York in 1768 to warn settlers of an Indiana uprising and rescue Colonel Hare's wife and daughter Margaret Hare. Jack rescues Margaret, they fall in love, but are denied marriage in Fort Stanwix. The Hare family sails to England. the Irons move to Albany.
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Solomon Btnkus
Jack Irons
Horse Valley
New York
Colonel Hare
England
Jack
Margaret Hare
Margaret
Fort Stanwix
Hare
Irons
Albany
Solomon
Boston
Philadelphia
Benamin Fran
London
Franklin
Binkus
Washington
London Visit Deepens Ties With Franklin And Washington
In London, Jack meets Doctor Benjamin Franklin and explains his mission as agent for American provinces. Franklin reviews letters from Major Washington and discusses risk of leaks while arranging lodgings and dinner clothes. Solomon Binkus, a rugged scout, accompanies Jack and garners Franklin praise for his hands and fortitude.
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Hutchinson
Rogers
Oliver
America
Franklin
Boston
Jack
Solomon Binkus
Bild Franklin
Preston
London
Solomon
North Hamerica
Bloomsbury Square
King’s Palace
Duke of Bedford
Lord Balecarras
Charlotte
Doctor Franklin
Mr. Binkus
Paradise
Sir Jeffrey Amherst
Ol’ Jeff
Major Washington
Virginny
Holt
Fort Duquesne
Newsboy Faces Impersonation Charge In Court
A newsboy was arrested after taking peanuts from a stand and claiming he did not know his purpose in court. The magistrate asked for the reason and the boy replied he might be impersonating an officer.
Fragmented Quote Exchange Sparks Banter
A garbled dialogue lines reveal a terse exchange accusing each other of dating less attractive partners. The fragments indicate witty, informal back-and-forth with a rush of incomplete phrases and repeated questions.
Master Bobby Finds His Father in a Boardroom
A five year old boy named Bobby, lost while seeking a father, presents a treasured paper to John Swanscott, a Wall Street executive haunted by a past. The sight triggers pity and a thaw in Swanscott, who declares there will be no meeting and agrees to become Bobby’s father.
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Borex
Bobby
Swanscott
John Swanscott
Swife
Hilda
Mother
Wall Street
Tourm
Peating
Leondly Man Described By Blinks And Jinke
Blinks depicts Leondly as a man of rough character while Jinke calls him a failed business owner who pretends to know how others can succeed. The exchange highlights sharp, satirical opinions about his abilities and reputation.
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Leondly
Jinke
Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It
Druggists report many people suffer kidney trouble without realizing it. Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root is praised for its healing influence and success in reviews from life insurance examiners. Sample bottles offered for ten cents by mail from Dr Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY.
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Kilmer
Flashy Bird Recounts Parrot Tale of Whistles and Sparks
An observer recalls a flamboyant African parrot that would whistle The Village Blacksmith, noting the bird’s beauty and the magical sparks seen at its tail. The memory captures a vivid, charming moment with a beloved pet.
Cuticura Ad Promotes Pimples Solution and Daily Use
Pimples and blackheads targeted with Cuticura Ointment. Wash with Cuticura Soap in five minutes, then keep skin clear with daily use. Includes Cuticura Talcum for complete care. Advertisement.
Car repair question echoes forty eight fifty charge
A dialog shows an owner asking for repair cost and the garageman probing the problem. The price quoted is forty eight dollars and fifty cents and the line ends with an Arkansas Utility News credit.
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Arkansas Utility News
Dr Robert Bridges England poet laureate biography
Dr Robert Bridges, England's poet laureate, began life as a physician and became a professional poet only in middle age. The passage notes his transition from medicine to poetry and hints at his presence in London society.
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Robert Bridges
England
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Tryon County
Manchester
American
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Spread Eagle
Pennsylvania Gazette
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Pocror
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le Mesa
Cal
Michigan
Chicago
W. Ly. U
Sir Walter Raleigh
Sophie
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