Mystery aboard Esmeralda as Vera reveals name
Robert Hollis speaks with a mysterious passenger aboard the Esmeralda. Vera confides she is held by Seeley and seeks safe at sea, agreeing to hide and trust Hollis while mystery deepens about her identity and plans. Vera asks Hollis to keep her secret until they are beyond safe shores.
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Seeley
Carrington
Mear
Nan
Pan Ne
Robert Hollis
Chicago
New York
Stason
Vera
Mr. Hollis
Montauk Point
Long Island
Atlantic
Montauk
Spain
St. Paul
Cuba
Michigan
South Seas
Indian Ocean
Fosdick
Hollis
Copper pirates on a yacht plot to corner the copper market
On a misty voyage a financier Carrington unveils a plan to dominate copper sales with Fosdick and others backing a stealthy offshore deal. Hollis hesitates as a warship materializes, signaling rising danger to the scheme and to all aboard.
Apples for the War Aimed At Home Consumption in 1917
The Food Administration launches a nationwide consumer campaign to boost apple consumption to aid wheat and meat conservation for allies. Officials report a 190 million bushel crop, below normal, with emphasis on careful packing, grading, and storage to support home use and prices. Strong cooperative efforts in Washington, Oregon, California, New York and elsewhere push honest packaging and byproduct use.
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Sam
Food Administration
United States
Washington
Oregon
California
Idaho
Colorado
New York
Carrington Party Eyes Real Adventure At Sea
With wartime news and visible sea activities, Carrington’s group anticipates a genuine adventure before reaching their destination. The dialogue hints at dangers to come and the resolve of the travelers amid mounting tensions at sea.
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Carrington
Macedonia and Salonica travel impressions field report
A Manchester Guardian correspondent notes distances and familiarity in travel from Egypt to Salonica. The piece reflects on limited knowledge of the region before visiting and hints at vernacular impressions of the Macedonian country and surrounding Nes.
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Macedonia
Egypt
Manchester Guardian
Salonica
Nes
Out of His Line Stardust Astronomer Named 186 Minor Planets
A street encounter recalls the celebrated astronomer Stardust who discovered and named 186 minor planets. The anecdote highlights his dramatic gesturing as he waved his hands in the street.
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Stardust
Impacts of Rat Plague on Soap and Lubricant Supplies
Fragmentary note suggests efforts to curb a rat plague to boost fat stocks for soap making and lubricants. The text implies aims to increase supplies and improve production through controlled actions.
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Randall Parrish
A.C. McClurg & Co
McCann
Ungle
Food Administration Plans
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