EXPECT BIG CROPS Seeding Starts Early In Western Canada
Weather conditions are favorable across Western Canada with seeding 10 to 15 days earlier than in many years. Manitoba faced floods delaying some areas, but fields are now ready. Saskatchewan reports ideal soil and moisture from snowmelt and a later snowstorm. Alberta readings show ample rainfall and snow moisture. By May 16 wheat appears, oats are being sown, and corn planted. Farmers are hiring year round at lower wages, diversifying into dairying and stock raising. Information available via Canadian government agents.
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Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Slightly Misquoted Poem Recited By Child in Parlor
A child bursts into the parlor and recites a school poem about the Lord is my shepherd. The mother asks for the rest, but the room erupts in laughter as the verse breaks mid line and is not completed.
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Bessie
Women Need Swamp-Root For Kidney Trouble
Advertisement claims thousands of women suffer kidney and bladder issues with back pain headaches and nervousness as signs. It promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a remedy and urges readers to buy a bottle or send ten cents for a sample from Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY mentioning the paper.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Remarkable District Attorney’s Flare in Court
A district attorney known for native oratory but weak formal schooling delivered a grand flourish in court. After finishing a case he leaned over the rail and proclaimed that jurors must mete out justice as it deserves to be met.
Cuticura Toilet Trio Promises Clear Complexion
Cuticura Soap cleanses the complexion and scalp while keeping hands soft and white. Use Cuticura Ointment as needed and finish with Cuticura Talcum for a fragrant, attractive routine.
New York set to honor draft board officers with war medals
A bill will be introduced in the next New York state legislative session to award World War service medals to officers of draft boards. Some in the military establishment fear widespread decorations may dilute their meaning and significance.
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New York
Handkerchief care tips from an old laundry ad
A vintage advertisement advises washing children’s handkerchiefs with good soap and rinsing in water tinted blue with Red Cross Wall Blue to improve appearance.
Reading funeral service sparks tension between Mrz and Degophile
In a terse exchange, Mrz Goodsole confronts Degophile for not reading the funeral service for a sick dog, accusing him of refusing to honor the pet. The dialogue hints at strained relations and a contested memorial.
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Mrz
Goodsole
Eerch
Molly Returns Home After Long Absence
Molly thanks her three devoted friends at her father’s grave in a quiet, moving reunion. Miranda Nichol son contrasts with Miss Nicholson as Molly asserts gratitude, sharing gifts and plans to bring Kate Nicholson, Diana, and a harmonium for a merry reunion.
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Molly
Miss Nichoson
Miranda
Miss Nicholson
Sandy
Daddy
Grit
Mormon
Sam
Diana
Harmonium
Westlake Arrives at the Three Star Ranch Complicating Molly’s Summer
Westlake, a prospective match for Molly, arrives at the Three Star ranch with a machine from Hereford to stay briefly. He warns of a possible visit by Donald Keith and plans a Denver departure for a South American business lead, while Sandy offers hospitality and secrecy.
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Westlake
Three Star
Molly
Kate Nicholson
Miranda
Nicholsons
South Carolina
Keith
Sam
Sandy
Mormon
Miranda Bailey
Pedro
Eric Nicholson
Mianda
Sageland
Wate Nicholson
Harmonium
Grit
Nalley
Ronald Keith
Bourke
Casey Town
Hereford
Donald Weith
Denver
Sare
Corral
Westlake Hombre
Plimsoll
Waterline Ranch
Chicago
Wyatt
Plmsoll
Mr. Westlake
Westlake Sees Through Casey Town Mining Schemes
Westlake explains the Casey Town gold system and the Molly mine troubles. Keith pushes wildcat plans while Molly Casey could lose control of her stake. Westlake and partners weigh moves to protect gains as tensions rise.
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Sandy
Molly
Westlake
Keiths
Keith
Pascar
Casey Town
Presen
Camphor Ceremonies in Borneo Trade
A passage notes camphor gathering in Borneo is tied to rites. Gatherers avoid pins and mirrors, follow strict dietary rules, and carry a luck earth token.
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Borneo
The Price of 25 Cents Worth
Maggie, fat and elderly, suffers rheumatism and seeks a 25 cent salve after a friend's relief. She offers a quarter to the clerk and asks for the price, prompting a reminder of the cost.
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Maggie
It Goes On at Party With Artists Models
Bizarre account recalls a party where guests described artists models present. Witnesses asked if anyone was shocked and replied only the models.
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Daddy Les
J. Allan Dunn
el Capitan
Philharmonic Orchestra
Kelth Group
Odacto
Wildcat
Kxeith
Miss Casey
Wrigley’s
Wrigley’s.1
W.E. Black
Equity Bidg
Fargo
N. D
Ki. Yaddeland
Park Hotel
Central Ave
Great Falls
Mont
Bellans
Lipans
Lathrop
Haslem
Stearns
Iosaline Company
M St
Washington, D.C
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Billings, NO
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