The Clock Tinker and the Missing Wheels Mystery
A family recalls a Seth Thomas clock that repeatedly stopped, fearing a lifetime of failure. Old Jean Le Bat, the clock repairman, vanished leaving wheels missing. A child hides the extra wheels, then confesses when the tinker returns, and the family vows secrecy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Sappienton
Seth Thomas
Pather
Beth Thomas
Jean le Bat
Old Jean
Cave Creek
Goda
Hite
Jean
Father
Ntor
Joe
Graveyard Break-In Report Spares Clifton Area
A fragmentary note describes a break in near Clifton involving a cartbayzake and desecration of a cemetery. Details are unclear and suspect wording. Local authorities have not released a full statement and nearby residents remain unsettled by the incident.
Lost Lakes Spotted While Mapping Untouched Territory
The article describes locating lost lakes in an arid region near the Alenton area and Seattle with seaplanes. It notes lakes long hidden by terrain, and a plan by the government to map the region using actual photographs to secure accurate charts for potential power sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lercting
Ualind
Seattle End Shearway
Tidewater
Dedaret Power Communion
Bam
Wooden Ship Knees and Tropical Hunting Ventures
A fragmented historical report outlines wooden ship knees formed from tree crooks for ship framing, notes varied ship types and timber sources, and shifts to Beebe expedition observations and a diamond prospecting boom reshaping jungle exploration and local fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Cattle Weaning Device By French Inventor
A French inventor introduces a halter and stemmed mouthpiece design to wean calves without separating them from cows. The device guides head position and prevents sucking, while directing calves to drink separate feeds. This aims to ease the weaning process for farmers.
Unclear fragmentary item about tenants and homes in Tokyo
A damaged snippet reports a wealthy Tokyo resident owning 170 houses offering to sell them to renters on installment terms. Rent would double for five years, after which renters would own their homes. Also mentions a dentist and Dr Pilgrim in a confusing scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Tyler Commercial College Promises Modern Business Training
An old advertisement extols the Byrne Systems for bookkeeping and shorthand as modern time saving methods. It argues Tyler Commercial College in Tyler Texas offers this training, boasting a large national enrollment and the claim of preparing students to graduate and earn quickly. The piece urges readers to request a free catalogue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Ron
Tyler Commercial College
Hart
Cossse
Hama
America
Tyler
Texas
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Santa Fe
Esata Iteet Eidreee
Se Ee
W. B. Storey
Teka and
Sante Fe Raihray
Cave Cresk
Mother
Si Bisay
Swift
Seedberetry
Coneee Home Grocery Company
Clifton, Texas
Lay
Hongland
Wilang
Etait Artiat
Beebe
Wien
Uwnkfulners
Dr. Pilgrim
Atty
W. K. Golden Titten
Broadway Barber
Otto Ganguhet
Prop
Godager Brothers
Gilliam’s Garage
Clifton
Pennant
Ford Motors
Pole
Clistem, Texas
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