An Unsteady River Rescue Ends in Bold Defense
In Glastonbury a grim river night drama unfolds as Wanda Arlington faces a violent assault by Alphie Damiens while the community hunts for answers. Old Bladon confronts the madman, saving Wanda and subduing the attacker before aid arrives, amid rumors and fear of betrayal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Damiens
Wanda
Wanda Arlington
Alphie Damiens
Bladen
Derbyshire
Bladon
Bladdn
Havana
Love at First Sight in Court Turns to Marriage
An Atlanta judge recalls a sensational superior court case where a bachelor lawyer, Mr Jones, was entranced by a witness. He failed to cross examine her, lost the case, and later won her hand in marriage. The tale ends with a devoted Atlanta couple and bright children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lessing
Atlanta
Samee
Jones
Mr. Jones
Sheen
Atlanta Journal
Birds That Mate For Life And Other News
A Brooklyn Eagle note discusses bird mating habits classifying species by lifelong pairing annual pairing or polygamy with examples. It cites a Nubia stork sighting as proof of faithful pair bonds and mentions a family reunion in Norwalk Conn where eleven women totaling 861 years gathered. A Black Hills quartz vein pocket yielded two thousand dollars in two days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
Nubia
Nile
Brooklyn Eagle
Selleck
Norwall
Conn
Ann Jennings
Black Hills
Lowell Courier
Luggage as a social mirror across travel eras
A travel memoir notes how luggage and baggage reveal character and social status. It contrasts two leather bags, describes dress cases and trunks, and observes manners of American and British travelers. The piece also critiques “swagger” among women travelers and recalls old travel habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
N. Y. Tribune
Snake Venom and Early Remedies Across Cultures
The article contrasts ancient and African practices of treating snake bites, noting sucking the wound as a common remedy. It cites Psylli snake-charmers with similar rites and recounts Dr. Buckland’s near fatal cobra exposure from a rat test, illustrating venom’s rapid danger and the dangers of improvised treatments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
Cato
Francis T. Buckland
Buckland
Orl
Uchicago Herald
Roman Nose Delights Court In A Humorous Exchange
Judge Cowing nearly fines a would be wit witness twenty five dollars for a witty identity claim. The witness testifies the prisoner’s nose is Roman and purple, prompting a comic dialogue about his features and comic sobriquet as order is restored.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cowing
Texas Siftings
Christmas Eve Prayer for Children
A festive poem by George Horton from the Chicago Herald invites girls and boys to cherish family warmth by the hearth while recalling the sorrow of children in tears. It laments pain and poverty and urges prayers for those grieving this December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Darling
Gaunt Wolf
George Horton
Chicago Herald
Little Jack Solves Christmas for the Poor
Five year old Jack Russell minds questions of money and charity while shopping with his mother. A bank visit reveals money comes from people not machines, and Jack donates his gifts and coins to help a poor woman provide a Christmas meal for her son. Three kind old men gift extra coins to fund a turkey, mince pies, and plum pudding, blessing the boy for his generous heart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Russell
Jack
Gay Street
Mrs. Russell
Marmina
Ducky
Papa
Martnina
National Bank
Cma
Bat
Bate
Laura FE. Richards
Punctuality a Cornerstone of Success in Business
A column emphasizes punctuality as essential for career advancement and trust with employers. It cites Cyrus W. Field’s habit of arriving on time and keeping appointments, plus guidance on prompt letters and careful handwriting. Short anecdotes from Ladies' Home Journal and Harper's Bazaar reinforce disciplined work habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roya
Kider
Anzious
Cyrus W. Field
Foster Coules
Ladies’ Ice Journal
UHV
Ladies’ Home Journal
Also Mentioned on This Page
Epran. Ketloge Newspaper Co
Master George
Mr. Damiens
Blotsee
Hart
Waila
Irenchiman
Glastonbury
George Arundel
Ile
Ward Arlington
Loolka
Georr Arundel
Aes
Ime
Irl
Dr. Weat
Queensville
Dasilias
James Dolman
Cassady
Dolman
Breckenridges
Jim
Deluderin
Jim Dolman
Auguste Fontaine
Mr. Dolman
Dijon
Gyurls
Ito
Dreamland
Johnny
Louok
Harper’s Bazar
Liz
Beth
Bo Peep
Pr. Tal Dents
A Powe
Malk
Wesse
Brat
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