Fortsas Catalogue Hoax Tops European Book World
A 1839 Belgian ruse by Rene Chalons duped European scholars with a fake private library of fifty two titles. The heralded sale drew bids from libraries and royalty before a Brussels purchase myth debunked the fraud. The tale spawned later literature and a copy resides in the U.S. Congressional Library.
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P. T. Barnum
Fortsas
Europe
J. N. A. de Fortsas
Binche
Belgium
Amsterdam
Princess de Ligne
William Shepard
Casteman
Tourney
Brussels
Count de Fortsas
Rene Chalons
Congressional Library
Washington
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
A Surprise For St. Kilda Seaborne Red Object Arrives
In a winter many years ago the lonely St. Kilda isle watched a blood red conical derelict drift onto its western shores. The astonished locals could not identify its purpose or origin until a factor from Britain suggested it was a great fron baoy breaking from the aworings in New York and drifting across the Gulf Stream. It took two years to complete the passage.
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St. Kilda
Lonely Isle
Great’Britain
New York
Gulf
Atlantic
Tapestry Brussels Rugs Offered in January Sale
Rugs advertised include Brussels units in 9x10 and 9x12 sizes. The 9x10 rug price is stated as January sale, and the 9x12 model is described as full five frame best grade choice Persian pattern priced at $25, with January mentioned as the sale period.
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Vevcescsas
Axminster
January Curtain and Rug Sale One Third Off
Our January sale offers curtains draperies rugs and carpets at one third less than regular price for immediate or future needs. Make your selection now.
Local items span Indiana towns and events in brief
Names of residents visiting relatives and pursuing studies, church and club activities, funerals and pallbearers, travel to Indianapolis and other cities, plays at English’s Opera House, and a plot summary of The Lion and the Mouse. The notes mention Albert Williams, Dr. C A Roark, Nellie Tenecke, Alvin McClung, Hazel Ferguson, J W Brumfield, Clark Faucett, Andrew Kerber, Fred Laniz, Prof Wood, the Odd Fellows, Williams, Beaton Wiesler, Kerlin, Ross Parker, Mrs Vene Beeson, Mrs Dele Elliott, the Cambridge City Milton basketball score, Rev F A Scott, Rev Aaron Napier, Mrs J Ewers, E B Newman, and other local figures and events. It references funerals, pallbearers, and social gatherings with multiple named attendees and locations including Indianapolis, Cambridge City, Richmond, Knightstown, Mishawaka, and Dublin.
Why Cow Runs Down Experiments reveal dairy feed use
Experiments show the average dairy cow uses about 60 percent of all her feed maintaining and replacing exhaustion in her system. The question arises how a half starved cow can stay in good condition and still produce a strong milk flow.
Oilmeal Promoted for Pigs and Horses in Feed
Farmers are advised that oilmeal is a beneficial feed for small pigs and valuable to add a small daily portion to horse rations. The guidance suggests a little oilmeal improves weight and health in pigs and supports stable feeding routines for horses.
Children Pop Corn Hatched Out in Happy Afternoon
Three children take turns using a popper as they enjoy corn popping. Little Dorothy exclaims in delight that every corn hatched, capturing a cozy, sunlit moment from a Chicago News excerpt.
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Dorothy
Chicago News
Tenner Tension Between Walter and Youth
A brief scene from the Chicago Tribune shows Walter sizing up a young man while an austere cashier refuses to tip him unless he has change for a tenner. The exchange ends with Walter declining a dime and admitting no nickel on hand.
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Walter
Chicago Tribune
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Falmouth
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M. E. Chuch
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H. L. Jones
Frank Benminger
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J. M. McMahan
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R W. Warren
Harry Manlove
Kate Hoshour
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Frank Florea
John Cegoe
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Chas Fioria
E. B Newman
John Harden
Linconville
Chas. Atkinson
Richmond
Frank Keanard
Knightstown
Frank Isor Andson Russell
Jeme James
Tertrude Oakes
Newman Atkinson
James Cooney
Grippe
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Flora Brown
C. W. Hillstren
Universalist Church
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Thos. Ewers
South Bend
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Cambridge City, Ind
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Storch
Roby
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AVIS
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J.B. Allen
Omioe
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Justice of the Peace
Dean House
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