Valentine's Day in a Whimsical Pastimes World
An ode to St. Valentine blending humor and nostalgia. The piece contrasts grownups' patience with youths’ rushes for valentines and comic cards, recalling old customs, moonlit churchyard rites, and modern gifts. It follows a day of mischief, romance, and family memories across young couples, grandparents, and a weary mailman bringing valentines from all over.
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Cupid
Santa Claus
St. Valentine
Eusapia Palladino
Styx
England
Ladies’ Hum Journal
Anthony
William
Alfred
Tom
Papa
St. Valentine's Eye
Nat
Sister Lu
Jane
Mother Earth
Celestial
Pehaw
Peanut Caruse
Dage
Grandma
Grandpa
Hut Walt
Hey
Surmounted Air Obstacles and Industrial Ventures Recounted
The 19th or early 20th century account documents local industry, finance, and leadership amid challenges. It notes figures like New York connections, borrowed capital, and plant rebuilding after setback. It highlights independent workdays and the rise of a successful enterprise through investment and expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otedey
Besieke
Wits
Purchese
Chester
Fragmented Crime Sketch From Damaged Text
An OCR fragment describes an event with a weapon and a suspect, mentioning washing, wiping, and a scene involving a cover and pants. The readable parts suggest a disturbance or crime scene with general actions but lack clear names, dates, or locations.
Wyoming State Fair elects officers and sets exposition dates
The Wyoming State Fair Commission elects officers led by President Russell Thorp and Vice President Anna Jenne. Dates chosen for the exposition are September 29 and October 2, with multiple department assistants named including grand marshal Percy Hoyt and livestock chief J. C. Shaw.
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Western Newanaper
Vpton News Service
Douglas
Wyo
State Fair Commission
Russell Thorp
Lick
Anna Jenne
Anson Hinby
Pasion
J. C. Shaw
Orin Jonetton
Earl Warren
Riverton
Percy Hoyt
Cheyenne
B. F. Davis
HM. C. Snyder
Lusk
George Voorhers
KE. J. Combs
Devglas
Trial verdict in murder case with multiple charges
George Edwards found guilty of second degree murder for killing Fred Otto after alleged affair with Mrs Edwards. Earlier Edwards was charged with killing Roy Landers while handcuffed to a deputy. He received a twenty year sentence at Rawlins penitentiary.
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Douuglas
George Edwards
Fred Otto
Edwards
Roy Landers
Reward of 250 Dollars For Saban Escape
A reward of 250 dollars has been offered for the capture of George Saban after his sensational escape from Haain prison. Warden Felix Alston reports the state intends to apprehend him.
Democratic leader Met of Sheridan travels with son's body
Cheyenne reports James W. Mets, a Democratic leader from Sheridan, traveled from Los Angeles to Sheridan carrying the body of his fifteen year old son Sterling who died in California after suffering complications from rescuing a companion from drowning. The tragedy followed a heroic act in July.
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Cheyenne
Mets
Sheridan
Los Angeles
Sterling
California
Young Met
Met
Wyoming Supreme Court Views Tax on State Lands Sold on Installment
Cheyenne Wyoming Supreme Court has taken under advisement the issue whether lands sold on installment with title staying with the state until final payment may be taxed while ownership remains with the state.
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Cheyenne
Wyoming Supreme Court
Landowners Agree to Fees for 1700-Foot Canal Tunnel
Owners of land under the Cody Canal will pay $2.50 per acre to cover part of the cost of driving a 1700 foot tunnel through Hedbil Water. The project, carried around the hill in a Omue, will cost about $25,000 to construct and maintain.
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Powell
Cody Canal
Wyoming Federation of Labor chooses new president
Cheyenne W. W. Gildroy of Short Day succeeds James Buckley as president of the Wyoming State Federation of Labor, housed in the Mine Workers' building. James Morgan remains secretary treasurer of the organization.
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Cheyenne
W. W. Gildroy
Short Day
James Buckley
Wyomlay
Accused of 172 Dollar Robbery Arrests in Local Theft
Hudeem Joe Morela and Dan Stare were arrested charged with holding up a lodie on BH Powell a sheepherder and stealing six months savings.
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Hudeem
Joe Morela
Dan Stare
BH Powell
Slay Self Hour Before Wedding Date in NorwayTown
A fragmented report describes a man named Chris Larsen and a Norwegian fiancé Annte Olson preparing for marriage. The account mentions a suicide attempt shortly before the wedding, with uncertainties about employment and a former life at a place called Yellow Paddle.
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Styramle
Bie
Chris Larsen
Marvette Bewyero
Annte Olson
Lareog
Mina
Bondaviers to Contral Basin Project
Action started in the Lidetriet regarding the Wyoming Land and Company to reseal the property. The company has consented and the project proceeds with approval from involved parties.
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Bondaviers
Lidetriet
Wyoming Land and i Company
Acquitted by a Jury Casper Peeves Cleared in Case
The report notes Casper Frank Peeves was acquitted by a jury. Details of the case are not provided in the readable text.
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Casper
Frank Peeves
Doctor's Syrup Pepsin Promises Cure for Indigestion
An advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a permanent remedy for constipation and digestive disorders. It cites liver and stomach issues from army service, claims the product trains gut muscles, offers samples, and guarantees results with refunds. Dr. W B Caldwell in Monticello, Indiana, promotes mailings and free samples.
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Decatur
W. B. Caldwell
Washington St
Monticello
Pride and shipwreck fame on lifeboat courage
The tale recalls men leaping for boats after the Volturno blaze and the shame or daring that follows. A librarian recalls a shipwreck survivor bragging of a lifeboat impersonation, showing his gunshot wound to prove his bold claim.
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Midocean
Fragmented historic adage on society and leadership
The excerpt presents a series of aphoristic lines about fate, weakness, civilization, and social value. It references an ill seaman Evans impacting a Scott Antarctic expedition and critiques the focus on a disruptive family member shaping group attention and economic strain.
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Evans
Four Week Call Charge Dispute With Doctor
A patient argues with a doctor over billing for four weeks of visits after recovering from typhoid. The physician insists daily calls were made for four weeks, noting one week of delirium and missed entry.
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Isaac
What It Means Hip Picture Phrase in Michigan Gargoyle
A short quip from the Michigan Gargoyle notes that calling a girl pretty as a picture reflects a frame of mind rather than a literal image. The line plays on the idiom, suggesting subjective beauty tied to perception.
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Hop
Michigan
Remed Rereceived in One Refund Case
Fragmentary OCR text indicates a refund issue involving an individual named Petar and a remedy or repayment. No clear date, place, or organization is identifiable from the readable portion. Further context is needed to determine accurate entities and actions.
A Gastronomic Test Peach Metaphor
A Baltimore American line features playful praise as a girl is likened to a peach and deemed sweet enough to eat in a humorous taste themed item from the paper.
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Bure
Baltimore American
Electrical advances open way for metal work profits
The report notes Germany has found platinum deposits rich enough to support profitable mining. It also mentions a new electrical process that can harden soft iron castings and forgings.
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Germany
Little Jasper Senter Makes Clay Man With One Leg
A boy after church tries to craft a clay man and, meeting a one legged passerby, scolds him about unfinished work. The court opinion notes the tale as a judge's humorous remark.
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Jasper Senter
Jasper
Judge
Gascarrets for a Juggish Liner Ad for Cascarets
Advertisement for Cascarets a ten cent laxative claims to cleanse the stomach remove sour fermenting food and excess bile, ease biliousness and constipation. It promises a clear head and sweet stomach by morning with no griping, urging readers to buy now.
Youthful Misbehavior Sparks Debate in Courtroom
An archaic Scottish scene shows Bubtie Dig and a kanonsor discussing a youthful mischief. The youth stands before the judge as the kanonsor softens the penalty, recalling his own youth and suggesting leniency. The assessor notes the old man’s perspective.
Mina Antique Ends With Crinkies In Stray Stories
In a Stray Stories note, Mina Antique’s wedding is humorously referenced with the quip that she received her “crinkies” at the ceremony. The brief item preserves a playful local voice.
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Mina
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