Missionary of Black Rock in the Selkirks Ends
A narrator recalls Craig, Graeme, and the Black Rock band of lumber camp workers from the Selkirks. Craig’s return to Britain, Billy Breen, and Mrs. Mavor mark turning points as the narrator joins Graeme’s western mission, leading to marriage, dawns of purpose, and lasting bonds amid hard labor and faith.
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Graeme
Graetine
Nixon
Shaw
Sandy
Abe
Geordie
Baptiste
Mrs. Mavor
Black Rock
Great Divide
Campbells
Billy
Nelson
Selkirks
Be Slow to Believe It and the Charity of Belief
A reflection on judging others and the duty to refrain from assuming guilt without trustworthy testimony. The piece contrasts courtroom principles with public opinion and notes how scandal harms reputations and reveals character.
An Early Organist and a Children’s Lesson
A Sunday school teacher recalled the lame beggar at the temple gate and the miracle by Peter and John. A child quipped that they “might have got a hand organ.” Another lesson on temperance presented a misquoted golden text about wine and strong drink.
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Temple
Peter
John
Lfe
Lippincott’s Magazine
His Greatest Mistake In Russia's Crack Regiment
A reminiscence recalls selling patent medicines in Russia When a review of a crack regiment began the troops sneezed all at once The seller opened his sample case to peddle anti grip pellets but the commissary explained the troops cheered the arrival of General Akachoochebedooski Judge notes the blunder and the misreading of events
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Russia
Akachoochebedooski
Imbecility as Obvious by the Courrier Note
Subeditor Mr X drafted an essay on superstition and imbecility but the printed opening declared that imbecility is not waning and that reading the lines will show it, per the Courrier du Centre. The unusual self critique highlights editorial self critique and the publication’s sharp stance on intellect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courrier du Centre
Wealth and Welfare Warned by Socrates in Athens
In a Socratic address set in ancient Athens the speaker questions citizens for hoarding wealth and neglecting children, urging reflection on the transient nature of riches and the duty to future generations. The passage contrasts material gain with moral priorities and civic responsibility.
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Athens
Socrates
Crowded London has fewer one room tenements than Bomby
London residents face dense congestion with 9.4 percent living in one room tenements, while Bomby records 30 percent in similar conditions, highlighting housing disparities between the two cities.
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London
Bomby
A Musical Accompaniment Denver News Quip
A Denver News quips about Will's musical laugh noting he laughs whenever singing attempts. The remark frames humor around a performer or public figure and their reaction to songs.
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Will
Denver News
Encouragement Self-Motivation Highlighted by Atchton Globe
Nearly every person seeks encouragement yet the most successful men have learned to encourage themselves. This excerpt from the Atchton Globe reflects a self-reliant mindset.
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Atcht Gon Globe
The Collector and the Glass Gem of Venice
A Venice market encounter centers on a boastful collector who spots a carnelian jewel box. A sharp-eyed observer debunks it as glass, revealing how misjudgment yields a surprisingly priced treasure for a quarter. This becomes part of the narrator’s Venetian glass collection.
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America
Venice
New York
Ural Mountains
Signore
New York Post
Kings offer ships to Edward for wartime needs
King John informs King Edward that he can lend several hundred war ships if Britain requires, without materially interfering with regular seas trade and business.
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John
Edward
A Cure for Cholera Infantum Advertised Remedy
Mrs Curtis Baker of Bookwalter Ohio recounts a neighbor's infant recovering from cholera infantum after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as directed. She says the child recovered in two days and has remained healthy. For sale by D Q Storie. A stray remark mentions poetic justice in a runaway horse story about a tail dock and flies.
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Curtis Baker
Bookwalter
Ohio
Chamberlain
D. Q. Storie
Notice to Stockmen for Iowa State Fair Exhibits
Notice to stockmen planning exhibits at the Iowa State Fair August 22 to 30 urges written request to Hon. S. B. Packard Marshalltown Iowa Superintendent of the Cattle Department. Those exhibiting should reserve stalls early due to expected large cattle display. A line notes a Chicago magnate requests $225000 added to assessors value for his property, prompting questions about the city’s wickedness.
Cure Claimed For Consumption By Foley Remedy
A Champaign Illinois man, C Unger of 211 Maple Street, recalls a yearlong hacking cough thought to be consumption. After trying many remedies and doctors, he used Foley's Honey and Tar and was cured. He has remained well since the treatment.
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C. Unger
Maple St
Champaign
Foley
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Tie
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Ile
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Christ
Paris
Vienna
Edinburgh
West End
Hell
Crescents
Seal
Jerusalem
Jean
Grueve
Marjorie
Physicians and Surgeons
Tt’ P. Stanton, MD
Mallory Block
West Side
Stewart’s Lumber
T. P. Throckmorton
A.M. M.D
Cor, Square
Lucas County
A L. Yocom
First National Bank
Chariton
Iowa
J. A. McKlveen
Theo. Barnes
McKlveen & Barnes Physicians and Surgeons
Southwest Corner Square
W. Thomas
N. D
Newbern
Marion,ness
Warren Counties
Mary Montgomery Osteopathic Physician Office
Porn
A. Bown
Attorneys AT Law
S Cc. Hickman
Hickman Block
East Side Square
Lowa
Dungan, & Aten
J A. Campbell
Law
Smyth’s Clothing Store
HoucLanp
Shiloh
S.C. Wells
Ee Roy
N.Y. Karl
F.E. Oakes & CO
Noah’s Ark
Southeast Corner Square
C. R. Kirk
Low
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