Cause of the Chauffeur's Haste
James Riley stays at George Ade western Indiana estate where guests request comfort. Morning after Miley arrival Riley's chauffeur speeds off in a motorcar for chewing tobacco purchased by Riley. Ade suspects trouble as the car heads to Brook, but the chauffeur returns swiftly with a dollar’s worth of tobacco for the poet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Wiltcabl Riley
Hazelden Forts
George Ades
Indiana
Ade
Mr. Riley
Miiey
Brook
Riley
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Sir Herbert Tree And The Actor
A long dress rehearsal at His Majesty's Theatre ends in humor as Sir Herbert Tree mocks a tired actor with a sharp reply. The exchange leads Tree to raise the actor’s salary for his small part, reflecting the manager’s wit and generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Herbert Beebohm
Hi Majesty's Theater
Sir Herbert
Mr. Z
The Combination. A Irikhman’s Comic Coaching Tale
William T. Stead recounts a joke about a coachman named Pat who promises to do tasks by combinations. When asked to fetch a doctor, parson, and undertaker, he quips that he already has them “all here” to complete the plan. The tale ends with the master puzzled by the punchline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William T. Stead
Pat
Sorr
Esid Pat
Eaid
Tre
Humorous Quips on a Pest Turned Disease Threat
The excerpt critiques the trike dipiera habit with scientific framing, noting appendaged limbs and sensory tips. It contrasts playful humor with a shift to alarm as scientists label the creature a disease breeding pest to be exterminated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Wiley Owen
Puck
Wrong Way Furlough Problem On A Fishing Ship
A Newark Star item recalls a tale where two aging fishing crewmen argue who is the better mathematician. The captain poses a word problem about 500 pounds of cod at six cents a pound. One sailor realizes he has been drinking and mishears the catch. The punchline: he has been salooning all along.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George C. Wiedenmaier
Bill
Bil
Newark Star
Partners in All Things
A young lawyer in a tern few is taken into partnership with his father and grows to credit himself for every win. His airs irritate the father who advises him to share credit. The firm then faces a breach of promise suit and the South embraces the lesson.
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Hos
George
Popular Magazine
The Only Way Through Basic Drill Turmoil
An early scene depicts a raw recruit labeled Fitzmooney facing a stern drill sergeant. Patience and language fail to curb the recruit’s antics as orders echo and the squad struggles to halt, with the sergeant’s exasperation mounting.
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Fitzmooner
Fitzmooney
A Popular Attraction in Cleveland Lecture
A Cleveland Plain Dealer note says a female lecturer draws large crowds not for her arguments but for her clothing, sparking local debate as the town questions the appeal of her unpopular stance on women’s suffrage.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
The Burzl Idealist In Farming Debate
A Washington Star quip notes an estate agent questioning a man’s farming prospects. The other reply is cautionary, saying the suitor is too particular about a neighborhood with good grazing. The exchange highlights realism vs idealism in farming choices.
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Washington Star
Sauerkraut Longevity Claim Sparks Debate
A Chicago Record-Herald quotation frames a debate over health folklore. One side warns that sauerkraut might extend life if eaten in abundance, while the other prefers a shorter life with a certain individual.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Not Needed Burlesque Show Comment Cited by Birkins
A Milwaukee News remark features Mrs. B challenging a statement about judging women by attire. She counters that a person who attends many burlesque shows would understand true value beyond appearance.
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Birkins
They Seldom Do. A Ring Delivery of a Husband's Secrets
A Louisville Courier-Journal quotation notes a wife asking about her husband’s secrets and a missing detail he never reveals what he paid for their engagement ring. The exchange hints at trust and concealed purchases within a marriage.
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Louisville Courier- Journal
Between Boys Petsy Say Chimie Who Was Rob inson Crusoe
The fragment references a character named Chimie described as a duck on an island. It mentions a Boston Transcript style script and notes a short stay or absence on the island. The readable content is highly fragmented and lacks clear event or identifiable figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chimie
Robinson Crusoe
Chimmie
Boston Transcript
Vermilion county shines at Newport hill climb record
The third annual Newport hill climb drew a huge crowd as Vermilion county set a new hill climb record. Wil Baum of Sidell in a Knox car finished in 21.1 seconds and Bob Kramer followed in 21.45 seconds. Baum also set Vermilion cup race best at 21.25 seconds amid clear weather and a booming turnout across rail and road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
Indiana
Vermillion County
Herbert Baum
Sidell
Knox
Bob Kramer
Baum
Class A Event Results From Indianapolis Meet
F. B. Willis of Indianapolis wins multiple sprints and races at the meet. Events feature Flanders, 20, with times around 23 to 24 seconds. winners include F. B. Willis and R. B. Kramer of Kramer, Ind. Fal Car.
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F. B. Willie
Indianapolis
Flanders
F. B. Willis
B. Willis
RB. B. Kramer
Kramer
Ind
Vintage Indiana racing event results from county meets
Vermillion county Ina R L Ammerman Clinton Buick 26 1.5 seconds Eugar county 1 DR Noonan Paris li Palmer Singer 23 25 seconds Fountsin county Ind Stanley Lusader Covington Ind 32 seconds Vermillion county Tl Herter Baum Sides Rosux 212.5 seconds Parake county Ind E Garrard Broomingus Inc Parry 3125 seconds Vigo county Ind Gordon Morrie Terre Haute Ind Ford 2745 seconds Warren county Ind J Cause West Lebanon Buick 23 seconds Congressmen Rose cup RL Ammerman Canton Buick 26 25 seconds
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Vermillion County
Ina
R. L. Ammerman
Clinton
Buick
Eugar County
DR Noonan
Paris
Palmer Singer
Fountsin County
Ind
Stanley Lusader
Covington
Herter
Baum
Sides
Rosux OU
Parake County
E. Garrard
Broomingus., Inc
Parry
Vigo County
Gordon Morrie
Terre Haute
Ford
Warren County
J. Cause
West Lebanon
L. Ammerman
Canton
Free-For-All Hillclimb Trials and Vehicle Theft Incident
In a Warren county hillclimb the free-for-all featured Herbert L Baum and Sidel Til, with Knox at 60 seconds. The A class saw all but one winner from Boston’s Bullet amid three protests. Kramer and Muse tied first try in 24 seconds. Muse edged second run. Claud Redman’s Flanders car was stolen, abandoned near town after an attempted getaway.
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Herbert L Baum
Sidel Til
Knox
Boston
Bullet
Warren County
Kramer
Muse
Claud Redman
Dana Ind
Hie Flanders
Ur Kings New Discovery Trusted For Croup Coughs
A distressed parent notes a child’s croup attack and credits Dr Kings New Discovery with saving their children. The ad asserts widespread use by thousands and claims relief for asthma hay fever la grippe whooping cough and other throat and lung troubles. A free trial bottle offer and the $100 battle proof are promoted as incentives.
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Lewis Chamblip
All Araggist
Jurors Drawn for September Term by Jury Commissioners
The jury commissioners drew the September term jurors with the Grand Jury to be called this term. Names include Frank Landers Van Buren James Kirkpatrick Richland George Norris Millcreek Monroe A Brewer Fulton Frank Macoughtry Logan Ira Bonebrake Millcreek Harvey Campbell Cain William C Clarkson Richland Harry Wertz Van Buren Sherman Strader Shawnee David Babb Wabash T M Meeker Shawnee Edward Berry Cain Samuel L French Logan Divit Aldridge Trev Gen A Morgan Van Buren Charles B Coats Millcreek Marion Allenduff Logan
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Landers
van Buren
James Kirkpatrick
Richland
George Norris
Millcreek
Monroe A. Brewer
Fulton
Frank Macoughtry
Logan
Ira Bonebrake
Harvey Campbell
Cain
William C. Clarkson
Harry Wertz
Sherman Strader
Shawnee
David Babb
Wabash
T. M. Meeker
Edward Berry
Samuel L. French
Divit Aldridge
Trev
Gen A. Morgan
Charles B. Coats
Marion Allenduff
Attacks School Principal in Sylvagia Ga
Principal Chas B Allen recounts a severe attack and his return to health after using Electric Bitters. He cites relief from rheumatism stomach liver and kidney issues after four bottles. The ad notes benefits for stomach trouble female complaints and biliousness and promotes the remedy at 50 cents. Also a Help Wanted notice from Good Housekeeping seeking a representative in Covington with salary and commission details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. B. Allen
Sylvagia
Good Housekeeping Magazine
Covington
JF. Fairbanks
Fourth Ave
New York City
Why the Apostles Mailed Morning Theme at First Presbyterian
First Presbyterian Church announces morning worship at 11 a.m. with the pistol’s morning theme Strength and Song for the evening service at 7 30. Christian Endeavor led by Miss Ruby Bright meets at the usual hour. Bible School starts at 10 a.m. LC. E. Society 6 30. Mid-week service Thursday at 7 30. Choir rehearsal Saturday at 7 p.m.
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Christian Endeavor Society
Ruby Bright
Foley Kidney Pills Offer Urinary Relief
Foley Kidney pills claim to reach individual cases of kidney bladder and urinary irregularities and urge trial. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley Kidney Pills
Co. C 86th Ind Volunteer Reunion Named Sept 7 1911
The twenty first annual reunion of Co. C 86th Indiana Volunteer will be held at Osborn's Prairie church on Thursday September 7 1911. All soldiers of Fountain and Warren counties and their friends are invited to attend. O Hoord is president.
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Co. C
Ind. Vo
Osborn’s Prairie Church
Fountain
Warren Counties
O. Hoord
Trade Dollars and Their Short Lived Damper on Trade
The article explains the 1873 US Trade Dollar, its larger weight and 900 fine silver, intended to rival the Mexican dollar for Asia markets. It notes Congress limited redemption, leaving thousands to circulate, and details why oriental traders rejected it despite coin weight similarities and metal value.
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Congress
China
Japan
Philippines
Europe
United States
United States Mint
Liberty
United States of America
Far East
Kansas City Star
Napoleon asks About if he knew Spanish at Tuileries
At a reception at the Tuileries Emperor Napoleon III asks Edmund About if he could speak Spanish. About replies he does not yet, then studies and returns months later to tell the emperor he can. Napoleon recalls reading Don Quixote in the original and nods.
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Tuileries
Napoleon
Edmund
The Eye’s Blind Spot Demonstration
An explanation of the eye blind spot where the optic nerve meets the retina and how to test it. By placing both fists and thumbs against each other with one eye closed, the right thumb vanishes from view as its image falls on the blind spot.
Burroughs and Mr Merchant Apparently Meet Again
A fragment notes a humorous exchange in which Burroughs and Mr Merchant discuss an appointment. The office boy confirms the meeting occurred and that Burroughs seemed amused as he left. The snippet captures a brief, lightly comic moment inside an office setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burroughs
Mr. Merchant
Kidney Trouble And Swamp Root Remedy
Kidney trouble is described as widespread affecting both genders and children. Swamp Root is promoted as a quick remedy with sample bottles and a pamphlet, with Dr Kilmer and Co at Binghamton listed for orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Dr. Kilmer
Jericho Leaves Cure Constipation Claim
An advertisement promotes Jericho Leaves from the Holy Land as a natural laxative and healthful remedy. It touts being tastier and safer than drugs, claims gentle cleansing of the system, and offers delivery by mail from the Jericho Leaves Importing Co. in Buffalo for twenty five cents with money-back satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Land
Jericho
U.S
Peckham Schoolboy Excluded Over Learning Struggles
A London County Council education committee report details a Peckham boy nearly 13 who has learned only a few letters and forgotten them, unable to write or calculate. The committee decided to expel him from school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peckham
London County Council
Scbeat
Dichotomy in Medical Fees and Lighthouse Lights
The piece notes a botanical term dichotomy repurposed by the U S medical press to describe illicit fee division between a surgeon and the recommending practitioner. It also mentions red and green side lights for vessels first used on the Hudson River in 1862, introduced by Gen. Benjamin F. Butler connected to a factory making the lights.
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United States
London
Gen. Butler
Hudsop
Benjamin F. Butler
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