The Postman and Christmas
A young girl Minnie adores the postman who brings letters and gifts. She develops feelings for one carrier on her route, imagining a future with him as her husband, especially during the Christmas season. The story follows her curiosity and the hopeful romance as he visits off duty. The excerpt ends with their engagement in mind.
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Railroad Pays $12 608 Taxes After Request
In response to Roy Law’s request for early payment the International and Great Northern railroad sent a tax payment of 12 608 01 dollars. The tax collector expresses gratitude for the timely remittance.
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First Christmas in the City
A store clerk unable to afford travel or gifts for loved ones chooses generosity over self. With little money left he contemplates expensive presents for Mrs. Addison, then realizes paperwhite narcissus from his own garden and a small candy purchase can create a humble, heartfelt Christmas breakfast gesture.
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For Sale Cheap Work Mules At Hubert Hefley Co
A local dealership lists several head of good work mules for sale. Hubert Hefley Motor Co. advertises affordable livestock suitable for farming and transport duties.
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Ill Omen in the Balkans Foretells Christmas Death
The text notes a Balkan belief that dying on Christmas Day determines one's fate in the afterlife, marking the day as ominous for Sormen and related superstition about death and the hereafter.
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Balkans
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