New York bunco scheme exposed by widow leaders
A sensational report traces a matrimonial bunco operation led by Mrs Helen Verrault and Mrs Izella Mason-Brown. It details their network of associates, Wall Street victims, a Kentucky Fuel Company hoax, a spiritualist ploy, and a high rolling atmosphere with gambling at the core.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bunco
Hina Finnegan-Verrdul
Izella Mason-Brown
James V. McClellan
Pennsylvania
Leo Kiesler
Helen Haniiles
Bina Verrault
Wall Street
Stella Mason
Halifax
J. P. Brown
Brown
Boston
Bina Finnegan
Chicago
Philadelphia
Mrs. Brown
Broad Street
Mrs. Verrault
Baltimore
Father and Daughter Lead Lives of Tramps
Des Moines report on J. J. Francis 74 and his 25 year old daughter living on the road as perpetual wanderers. He explains a ruined marriage after her mother fled with a friend, and says they will tramp from city to city until he dies or finds the man who broke up his home. Mary stays with him, planning to work after his death.
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Des Moines
J. J. Francis
West Seventh Street
Mary
Francis
Cincinnati
Los Angeles
Cal
Akron
Ohio
Srort
Origin and Development of Promising New Fruits
This article surveys American fruit breeding and new varieties with drought and disease resistance, focusing on Carson Apple, Crocker Pear, and Golden Plum. It covers origin, description, season, and growing conditions, plus practical notes on handling surplus combs to render wax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Carson
Nathan Moore
Toledo
Wood County
Ohio
Moore
Lake
New England
Crocker
America
American River
Loomis
Cal
Placer County
California
Luther Burbank
Burbank
Robinson
Department of Agriculture
Honeymoon Musings Echo Lost Paradise Quote
A playful exchange between Adam and Eve is cited by Puck as they muse on paradise. The lines reflect bemused romance and a celebratory tone about finding happiness together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puck
Watermelon at Christmas Time Farm Tip
A Farm Journal note suggests storing watermelons in a shock of corn for Christmas when snow is on the ground and frost on the pane. The idea promises a winter melon eaten by the fireside. Also cited is a New York farm paper stating about 255000 of 17000000 cows are pure bred in the milk line.
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Farm Journal
New York
Busy Day of a Traveling Salesman
A New York furnishing goods man recalls a strenuous modern selling day. He narrates visits to ten stores, negotiating terms, winning four sample-room orders, and switching towns after early morning arrivals and late appointments. He highlights diplomacy, timing, and avoiding overfriendly tactics.
Road salesman proves value of cheerful reps in retail
A west side merchant recounts a Christmas Eve tale of a traveling salesman who dominated sales in a single day by sizing up stock and persuading customers, ultimately winning the merchant’s entire business. The story highlights hard work, fairness, and the impact of skilled road reps on retailers.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Blonde Widow
Verrault
Kentucky Fuel Company
Brooklyn
MacClellan
Count Zolinoff
Mutual Life Insurance
Tle
William A. Tatlor
Bureau of Plant Industry
Augusta
Sonoma County
South Atlantic
Gulf States
Joseph B. Bowles
Sae Rae Ee
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