Ancient conquest tale recounted with biblical names
The fragment retells Joshua's battles against Amorites Jebusites and other tribes at Merom and Aiuxor claiming victory and destruction of kings and cities. It credits discovery of a phoenix legend to Garsintry, a noted British archaeologist.
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Troy
Ajalen
Jodha
Jerusalem
Hebron
Cachishelon
Merom
Jastin
Zidaim
Joshua
Mazerwald
Woo
Garsintry
Archaectogzy
Palestine
Insect Study Chronicles a Rescue by Montreal County
A fragmented account describes students of nature observing insects and a dramatic rescue. The scene follows an observer discovering a live trapped bird and a misfiring misstep that prompts decisive help by a Crhend Montreal county team, highlighting disinterested effort.
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Ely
Caine
Montreal
Shadowy Ghost Seen By Young Rishi Near Church
A youth told the minister he saw a ghost outside a church last night. The pastor doubted the claim and warned him to keep silent, suggesting fear had shadowed the boy. Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
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Oner Fong
Boy Discovers Strangely Focused Vision During Family Ride
The group enjoyed a Sunday afternoon chat about neighbors and weather when six year old Joe spoke up with a startling claim. He announced he can look straight ahead with one eye and around with the other, revealing a sudden moment of wonder during the ride.
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Joe
Dre
Poppa
Missing Girl Newshook Delayed Home by Ten
A neighbor phones a young girl when she cannot wake at home. An obliging friend informs the mother that she is not present. The man later leaves again at ten oclock, finding neither girl home by eleven thirty.
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Mathes
Mary
Cobweb Makers Stage Odd Shows in Local Trade
Fragmentary text describes unusual trades and cobweb displays. A cobweb maker arrives with whitening spray and creates intricate web designs as part of a performance. The passage hints at staged horrors and theatrical traps, with cobweb art featured prominently.
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Farietie
Fraternal Orders Rival Each Other for Titles and Membership
The piece notes a wide range of fraternal groups from Bears and Blue Geese to Eagles and Elks, with competition for titles and growing memberships. It lists many organizations including Buffalo Bucks Camels Cooties Deer Ducks and Monkeys as examples of the crowded field.
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Joe
Animal Kingdom
Ancient Egyptian timekeeping met by shadow clocks and noon bells
The article contrasts Egypts old timing methods with the new electric master clock system installed in the city observatory. It notes 300 clocks linked across quarters and mentions parts of Egypt still using ancient shadow clocks measured by oxen labor, a practice said to last 4000 years.
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Egypt
Rome
Sano
City
Eye strain linked to temper and fatigue says Dr Royer
Dr Franklin Royer, medical director of the National Society for the Prevention of Blindness, links eye strain to irritability and fatigue. He notes that poor vision can cause loss of temper, especially at day’s end, and that correcting vision can relieve symptoms while allowing workers to keep their jobs.
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Franklin Royer
National Society For the Prevention of Blindness
Peetor Royer
Administration Notice Fate of Sarah E Chadwick
The Probate Court of Bristol admits the List Will of Sarah E Chadwick deceased and names A Chadwier executrix. Creditors must file claims with the Bristol Court Clerk beginning December 6 under bond and law.
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Sarah E. Chadwick
Estate of Elizabeth B. Cabot probate notice
The Probate Court of Bristol admits the will of Elizabeth B. Cabot deceased and appoints Rhode Island Hospital Trust Co Providence R I as executor with bond. Creditors must file claims with the clerk starting December 6 1929. John W Church Clerk.
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Elizabeth B. Cabot
Bristol
Elizabeth BK. Cabot
Sai
S&ii Court
John W Church
Rhode Island Hospital Trust
Providence R. I
Guardian Appoints Custodian for Abelo Criscolo of Bristol
Probate Court of Bristol appoints guardian for Abelo Criscolo and estate. Guardian must file bond in the Clerk's Office within six months from first notice. J W Church, Clerk. Ian A. Currier Jr., Guardian.
Bristol Probate Court appoints guardian for Cirillo minors
December 2 1929 the Probate Court of Bristol appoints a guardian for the persons and estates of Rose Angelo Ferdinand and Teresa Cirillo minors with bond as required by law. All persons with claims against the ward must file them in the office within six months from the date of advertisement. DeCristofaro guardian.
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Bristol
Rose Cirillo
Angelo Cirillo
Ferdinand Cirillo
Teresa Cirillo
Yaks
Rk of F
Germany’s plant regrows leaves after brief sleep
A new German plant from the mimosa family regrows leaves within about 15 to 20 minutes after shedding. It withers instantly if touched or near flame, then new leaves appear within a quarter hour. Grown in large quantities in Ludia for sale, its bruised leaves are said to aid burns, while its roots are charred for gunpowder charcoal.
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Germany
Ludia
Fountain of Wine Brings Wine Fest to Wangen Alsace
On the first Sunday in July the Brunnenfest at Wangen east of the Fountain marks the end of a 6000 gallon wine tax to Strasbourg abbey. The festival celebrates with the pulge fountain pouring wine while crowds gather to share in the gift and join the procession-like scene.
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Wangen
Alsace
Bourbon
Strasbourg
Cooler Attractiveness and Summer Increases Highlighted
The Arkansas Gazette notes that cooler conditions may boost appeal this summer as there is little pushback to being placed in the cooler. The piece speaks to public sentiment and seasonal changes influencing comfort and choices.
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Arkansis Gazeta
Intelligent observations on animal language in the woods
A western Canadian guide believes four footed inhabitants communicate beyond human hearing. He suggests radio could decipher animal messages and claims cows moose leave calves and fawns with guidance in animal language. He asserts youngsters can signal danger without vocalizing or moving.
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Great Wide Open
Messares
London swimmerielt at perilous coast sparks ransom talk
Sporteman A Londoner, a strong swimmer, holidaying at De Touquet, swam daily at a dangerous coast. A French onlooker watched with gloom as the Saxon finally spoke, noting locals pay five francs for recovering a body.
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Sporteman
de Touquet
Sporting and Dranatie News
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