Romance of the Cavalry Scout and a Lost Bag
Hamlin, a Confederate veteran seeking a clue to his past, finds a Confederate haversack labeled Fourth Texas Infantry. He reveals to Miss McDonald that the bag once belonged to a friend or foe, uncovering a pivotal link to his battlefield history as he and Molly flee pursued by Indians and cross the river to Dodge. The stagefire incident, rescue by Union cavalry, and a reunion with Sam Wasson push the pursuit forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moylan
Dodge
Fourth Texas Infantry
Hamlin
Gene
Chancellorsville
Virginia
Massa Robert
Fisher's Hill
Early
Ambush on the Trail and a Rescue at Dusk
Lieutenant Gaskins and Sam Wasson pursue raiders who attacked a stage in the river crossing area. The party, led by Roman Nose and Arapahoe youths, killed several attackers and rescued Miss McDonald with aid from Sergeant Hamlin. Maxwell is expected to pursue the retreating band as Dodge forces prepare to move out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moylan
Miss McDonald
Fort Dodge
Hamlin
Molly
Roman Nose
Dodge
Devere
McDonald
Gonzales
Santa Fe
Fort Mercy
Maxwell
Pawnee Fork
Sam
Leutenant
War Department
Mis In Memory of Shakespeare Party Puzzle Retold
A guided party feature frames Shakespeare games and quizzes with answers list. It describes a social gathering themed around Shakespearean plays and a needle threading party with prizes and festive table decor.
What Country Do the Bachelors Come From
A family supper conversation turns to nationality and religion. The youngest son, in earnest, asks Papa which country the bachelors come from, prompting discussion on ethnicity and faith within the household.
Horses Loved by Soldiers in War Tales Across Eras
The article recalls famous military horses and their riders from Bulgaria’s King Ferdinand and Lord Roberts to Lord Kitchener. It notes Varna, Colonel, and Omdurman as notable mounts linked to campaigns in the Balkans, Afghanistan, and South Africa, highlighting medals and pride in these war animals amid rugged campaigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Roberts
Royal Hospital
Dublin
Roberts
India
Kandahar
Loré
Kabul
Kitchener
Omdurman
South
Alphabet Contest Clues Using Single Letters
A playful word game lists queries whose answers are formed by letters and short sounds. Examples include MT for empty and IOU for I owe you, with items ranging from bee to elegy and teepee to em.
Nuts to Crack and Jokes From a Bygone Column
A fragmented collection of old quips and riddles about spiders carpenters sugar horses innkeepers and thieves. The poem style lines and wordplay reflect a playful humor column with puns and word games across various themes.
Easily Made and Decorative Pipe Rack
An inexpensive decorative pipe rack is shown using a 15 by 5 inch fretwood base. Silk ribbon forms a chain of loops to hold pipes, with bow accents at ends and blue and white cord outlining the edges. The rack can be hung by a top loop and suits gifts or bazaar sales.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Moley McDonald
Panay
Rothe Paris
Eepopeis
Fort Ripley
Bae
Fort Hotel
Bill Moylan
Gon-zale
Hamiin
S Moylan
Amlin
Hamin
Squ
Seventh Cavalry
Fort Devere
Wasson
Brick’ Hamlin
Fourth Cavalry
Pardin
Sam Wasson
Avon
Castle of
Hisie
Effie
K T
Katie
Ferdinand
Bulgaria
Balkan
Varna
Cele
Earth
Pan Shorey
Plato
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