Hills of Destiny: Lee Hollister Returns to Circle V
Lee Hollister comes back to Circle V to protect Honey Blair and challenge Lawler the new manager. Joey warns of Slanty Gone and a risky power shift as Matt Blair’s will leaves Honey’s control. Lee plans a swift move east to fetch Virginia and secure the ranch inheritance.
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Lee Hollister
Cirele
Matt Blair
Lee
Matt
Joey
Scott
Lawler
Virginia
New York
Circle V
Honey
Firebrand
Ranch
Curly
Darrell
Old Ling
Bank
Harvey
Slanty
Valley Pass
Circle V Land
Ceballos
Don Luis
Sidewinder Morse
Sidewinder
Honey Blair
Noted Confederate Raider John Morgan Captured and Killed
John Morgan a famed Confederate raider was captured July 26 1863 and imprisoned in Ohio. He escaped and caused further headaches for Union forces before being killed in a farmhouse near Greenville Tennessee in 1864 while resisting capture.
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John Morgan
Middle West
Ohio
Greenville
Tenn
Morgan
Freeom
Tragic Death of Jane McCrea on July 27 1777
On July 27 1777 Jane McCrea, sympathetic to the American cause, was captured by Indians. A stray shot toppled her from a horse, and an Indian scalped her. Burgoyne refused punishment, prompting her lover Lieut. David Jones to desert, later taking the scalp as a relic.
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Jane McCrea
David Jones
Jane
Burgoyne
Austria declares war on Serbia on July 28 1914
The note records Austria declaring war on Serbia on July 28 1914 and hints at a continuing conflict evolving over the next four years.
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Austria
Serbia
Thomas of the Civil War a Rock of Chickamauga and Nash
The article recalls Union General George H. Thomas famed as the Rock of Chickamauga praised for steadfast defense at Stony River and Chattanooga. It notes his leadership with the 20th Cavalry and highlights Confederate leaders Lee and Hood, mentioning Nashville as a pivotal battle against Hood.
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Chickamauga
Stony River
Rosecrans
Thomas
Grant
Chattanooga
Confederacy
Union
Lee
Hood
Nashville
Birth of Indiana author Booth Tarkington in Indianapolis
Indiana author Booth Tarkington born in Indianapolis on July 29 1869. He was named Newton Booth Tarkington though the Newton part faded by 1890 when his first novel The Gentleman From Indiana appeared. Tarkington, part of Indiana's notable writers including Ade, McCutcheon, Riley, Nicholson, produced works such as Monsier Beaucaire and Alice Adams.
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Booth Tarkington
Indiana
Indianapolis
Newton Booth Tarkington
Newton
Tarkington
Meredith Nicholson
Monsier Beaucaire
Alice Adams
Mrs. Greeley
Jamestown's First Representative Assembly Cited
In July 30 Jamestown, Cavaliers and their wives joined Capt. John Smith in forming what is described as America's first representative assembly. The account notes Smith later recounted that Pocahontas saved his life, keeping his head joined to his body.
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Jamestown
John Smith
America
General Thomas Birthday Reflections From Civil War Era
The passage notes General George Henry Thomas born July 31 1816 in Virginia and remarks on opinions that he was among the most misunderstood soldiers in American history. The brief fragment hints at ongoing contemplation of his legacy and service.
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George Henry Thomas
Virginia
Columbus voyages corrected by date confusion
The text explains that Columbus is linked to two voyages. The 1492 voyage reached the West Indies, while the 1498 voyage reached the mainland near present day Honduras, clarifying common teaching.
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Columbus
America
West Indies
Honduras
The Maharajah of Kashmir’s Vast Personal Income
A report states the Maharajah of Kashmir in India draws an annual personal estate income of ten million dollars. The sizable sum highlights the wealth tied to his private holdings and royal privileges.
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Kashmir
India
Elks Club Picnic Set For Wednesday At Sokol Park
The second Elks club picnic of the summer will be held Wednesday at Sokol Park starting 11 30 a m with luncheon at noon and supper at 6 p m If rain cancels the event it will move to the club rooms
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Elks Club
Sokol Park
Farmer Makes 100 Mile Trip To Pay Debt
At Austin Minnesota a farmer pays a 13 debt by traveling 100 miles. The story recalls a 26 year old bet among three University of Minnesota agricultural college students on who would be first to marry and follows Ormanzo Peterson now farming near the town as the involved party.
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Austin, Minn
University of Minnesota Agricultural College
Ormanzo Peterson
Man Settles 22 Year Old Farm Bet On Anniversary Drive
While driving to his farm on his 23rd wedding anniversary Peterson was stopped when Edwin Leuhr of Spring Grove pulled up and handed him three one dollar bills claiming the debt he owed. Leuhr traveled 100 miles to settle the bet made with Peterson and Lyle Sloan in college years ago.
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Peterson
Edewin Luehr
Spring Grove
Leuhr
Lyle Sloan
Eliendale
Petersons
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Agnes Louise Provost
Dale Harrison
Associated Press
Dubuque
Iowa
L. W. Dax Peosta
Rf.d
Clarence, Penrod
Master Antonia
Ambersons
Bea
Seo Tas Sie
Anes
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