Cavalry Sergeant Braved Indian Attack to Escort Molly McDonald
Brick Hamlin and Molly McDonald survive an ambush after a stage attack by Northern Indians led by Roman Nose. The pair cross a river in darkness to escape, with Moylan and Gonzales killed. Amidst peril they share a wary bond, and Hamlin reveals his longing for companionship beyond the frontier army life.
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McDonald
Fort Dodge
Molly
Brick” Hamlin
Mcid
Fort Ripley
Fort Ge
Ripley
Hamlin
Moylan
Gonzales
Roman Nose
Wallace
Dodge
Arkansas
Major McDonald
Miss McDonald
Molly McDonald
Brick’ Hamlin
Nick
Bent Moe
Oysters at Arcachon basin described by a traveler
A Coun try Life writer details Arcachon Baysin oysterbeds with fifteen hundred acres. Women mostly harvest and sort oysters on beds while boatmen ferry visitors. The piece recalls fresh, briny pleasure and vivid coastal imagery from Biscay.
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Arcachon
France
Baysin d’Arcachon
Whitstable
Michel
Biscay’s Bay
The Ripening of Acquaintance Chapter Escapes View
A scene shows figures retreating to concealment near a muddy stream while the sun is setting, with observers seeking a vantage point to watch. The excerpt hints at tension as characters plan to withdraw yet stay within sight of the water.
Not Her Intention Sparks Sudden Kitchen Fire
An abrupt departure followed by a kitchen blaze as a new cook allegedly poured kerosene on the stove. The unnamed woman left within an hour or eighty minutes, prompting investigators to consider a hurried exit and possible arson.
Vanderbilt carpets grace Saint Jobolend chapel in Long Island
The article recalls Cornelius Vanderbilt, through Dr Henry Mottet, funding a carpet for Saint Jobolend chapel on Long Island. Vanderbilt urged get the very best, selecting a red velvet carpet later used for the chapel. the clerk noted it matched the one from Vanderbilt's New York home.
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Cornelius Vanderbilt
New York
Saint Jobolend
Long Islaad
Vanderbilt
Henry Mottet
Mottet
Mr. Vanderbilt
West Fifty-seventh Street
Early Days of Trousers and Ancient Britons
Fragmentary note indicates ancient Britons wore Gi style trousers in early times. The text centers on apparel and garments associated with early Britons, with limited readable names or dates.
Mother Reclaims Jewelry After Trick by Thief
A Kansas City mother recovered more than 2300 dollars in jewelry stolen from Mrs. Edwin Godron. A young man arranged a ruse offering a 100 dollar reward and guidance, then a woman in a dress handed over a box with most of the jewels, with two rings still missing. The mother claimed the reward and exposed the thief family dynamics.
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Kansas City
Edwin Godron
Aégk
Napoleon kin sought by San Francisco society in LA yard
The Crittenden Memorial society of San Francisco searches for a reputed grandson of Napoleon Bonaparte. William Gordon, a 63 year old Los Angeles laborer, claims to be son of John Gordon a San Francisco jeweler. Gordon says his father was not born on St Helena. His remains lie near the Golden Gate.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Crittenden Memorial Society of
San Francisco
Napoleon Bonaparte
William Gordon
John Gordon
Crittenden Society
Golden Gate
Island
St. Helena
Clergyman Credits Dodds Kidney Pills For Relief
The Rev. Edmund Heslop of Dodds Kidney Pills reports swelling in limbs and exhaustion resolved after using the remedy. He claims renewed faith in the product and notes he has not changed his view months later. Advertisement promotes Dodds Kidney Pills at 50c per box plus free household hints.
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Edmund Heslop
Ten
Dodds
E. Heslop
Dodds Medicine Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Allen's Foot-Ease advertised antiseptic powder for feet
Public notice of Allen & Olmsted offering Allen's Foot-Ease, a powder for tired, swollen feet with claims of rest and comfort. Includes a free sample offer and mailing address for Roy N. Adv. Substitutes not accepted.
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Allen
Allen & Olmsted
Ier Roy
N. Adv
Is He Making Good On Credit Coal
A brief Detroit Free Press exchange notes in a humorous way about someone unable to pay for coal, with remarks that he is not yet making good and can obtain coal on credit.
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Detroit Free Press
Castoria Reminder Over Three Decades Trusted By Parents
Product notice urges mothers to inspect every Castoria bottle for the Fletcher’s Castoria signature. Emphasizes safety for infants and children and notes the remedy has been in use for over 30 years.
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Fletcher
Costly City Improvements
In Manhattan New York City demolitions totaled 820 last year with 819 buildings torn down. The front feet of houses removed measured 24 875, about four and three quarters miles, and nine out of ten demolished structures were four stories high.
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Wayward Son
Napoleon Kin
Dr. Pierce
Golden Medical
Canada
Western
I Ratche
Pean
Ina
Ealiway
Ansey
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