Mystery of a Safe Not Solved by Detective Work
The narrator details a robbery in the home of Mr. Tourtelotte where money vanished from a safe. The only non-family person with a key was a governess Miss Mortrin, but no clear motive or clue emerges. The detective vows to trace every instance the safe key left the keeper.
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Bir
George A. Tourtelettien
Tim
Twartelotte
Beye
Tourtebette
Tourtewite
Tourtelotte
Mystery of the Cafe Robbery and the Ringed Clues
A detective recounts a cafe robbery case where Miss Martin and Miss Mortlary figure in suspicion. Tourtelotte suspects a thief in his household while a young man Edger seeks answers as a professional scheme unfolds. The tale shifts to a courtbound ride as a con man uses a ring to lure, while a detective explains the need for proof and the danger of a professional crook.
Prices in 1840s America: whiskey tea and textile costs
The excerpt lists historical prices and purchases by C.O L. and Mr. Giffa from February 1849 to February 1841. It notes whiskey at 64 cents per gallon and other goods like tea, rice, and cotton fabrics with prices per pound, yard, or piece, illustrating mid 19th century consumer costs.
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C.O L
Harley
Asbel
Gif
Immigration Ix 412 055 in Cana das Year
Immigration into Canada for 1913 totals 412 965 units, down from 461 54 in 1912, according to Immigration Commissioner J Bruce Walker. April to November show a 6 percent rise overall vs 1912, with higher gains earlier in the year but declines in August to November. Declines partly reflect fewer US workers, yet value of emigrants’ effects and cash on hand rose.
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Cana
J. Bruce Walker
Wilonipeig
Canada
United States
Probing Peat Resources and Government Investigation
The Dominics Government through the Department of Mines undertakes a thorough study of peat fuel for potential profitable manufacture and Canada wide supply. It notes difficulty with promoters misrepresenting peat ventures to attract investors and stresses government capital aimed at preventing future fuel famine.
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Dominics
Department of Mines
Canada
German Carp Spawn Could Fuel New Fisheries Industry
Prof Prince of Deomision fisheries urges developing German carp spawn once prolific in Huron water since 1872. He argues the spawn can be cured into valuable caviar like product, creating a profitable industry from these waters.
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Prince
Deomision Fisheries
Huron
Ready Made Farms In Ixmand Concept Emerges
A brief item notes the in force ready made farm idea introduced in Ixmand recently. Officials push for rapid deployment and potential policy adjustments to support scalable agricultural setups. Community reactions remain divided as planners seek funding and stakeholder input.
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Ixmand
Motion Pictures of Foxes at Prince Edward Island Exhibit
A fragment describes foxes filmed in motion at Prince Edward Island showing them running the pens climbing sides and performing various actions. The snippet notes the foxes in an exhibit setting with researchers or photographers present.
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Prince Edward Island
Coulter's Quirky Tale Becomes Yellowstone Park Legend
The piece recounts the rise and spread of Coulter’s Bell, a story told by George Lewis and Gart et al about a mysterious figure named Coulter. Trappers report strange events as yel lowstone territory is claimed, prompting government troops and explorers to investigate and help cement the tale in eastern papers of the 1840s.
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Medea
Geiberiog Miwegiee
Coulter
Georeet Lewis
ISD Vette Boag Jocracy
Perth
Te &T Logis
Wheehey
Montana
Coulter Hed
Jong
Yellowstone Nathoma! Park
Millwaukee Journal
Nerve in Baseball Tale Of Doorn Dooth and Wild Throws
A long, error filled account traces catcher stories about early baseball nerves. Charles Comiskey debates gifting a catcher role while Dooth shows wild throws and a failed third base attempt. McKibben supports another chance after Dooth steadies and plays for the Phillies and Phillies era context.
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Charney Deooln
Tan
Charles A. Comiskey
Gret
Sreener
Gelder
Doon
McKibten
Iim
Dodo
Ad A. Goewey
Lestle
Nervous Elderly Passenger Frets Over Purse in Cab
An anxious older woman, fearful of theft, clutched her purse in a pocket of her skirt while taking a cab. At journey’s end she searched as ladies do, prompting the cabby to misconstrue her actions and demand fare.
Impeachment and Political Scandals Highlighted in Historic Debate
An early political pamphlet discusses impeachment limits by age and role, citing figures and acts. It notes debates over prosecuting officials for misconduct and a case involving sermons and adjournment motions.
Inmate Pleads for Fair Trial During Hearing
A prisoner argues before the judge that he had a fair trial. The attorney notes the defendant’s claim and the court’s response. No other details are provided.
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Leen
Fragmentary note on youth and trust in poems
A brief, unclear fragment reflecting on young men who hold tight beliefs and face rough judgment. The text reads like a stray line about pride and safety, with no identifiable people, organizations, or concrete events.
Dramatic Prisoner Letter Trials Reward Offer
An episode from TREDCNICK Youth's Companion depicts a dramatic exchange between a king and a condemned officer. A reward of 59 friedrice of geld is promised for the treachery and the king orders the fortress to hold the prisoner. The officer pledges devotion to his wife and children as the price of mercy while awaiting judgment.
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Frederte
Tod & Talon
Friedrichs
Pan Éou
Ependau
Disease germs stick hands. even clean habits fail
An investigation by Dr Cummins shows hands in contact with disease germs remain vectors despite washing. He demonstrates typhoid transfer after brief finger exposure to soup and through repeated contact with contaminated water.
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Sergees Cummins
Cummins
de Cummine
Cummine
Fir
New York
America
Getting Ahead of Father
Fragmentary dialogue describes a boy or speaker urged to stay and offer breakfast or milk. The passage features a character named Cleveland Misia Denier and odd spelling suggesting a transcription error. The text depicts nocturnal tones and teasing about hospitality.
What She Wanted Library Attendant Confusion
A fragment reports a library attendant noting a foreign woman sought something described as “Cottage Cheese” and questioned whether the library waes coe cory stére. The piece mentions names A-Ko and Rortos Trame, with a hint of clarification after questioning.
Love of Nature Sparks After Long Work Hours
A man who was fired into retirement finds time for poetry and a renewed affection for the scenery around his old farm. Once working fifteen hours daily, he now savors nature and the land he previously overlooked in Toledo.
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Toledo
Musca Mote Olé Osten Bucket Poem Spells Curious Verse
A fragmented, era-tinged poem fragment mentions Musca and an Olé Osten Bucket with odd lines about love and a tilt toward a theatrical or temple setting. The text reads like a quirky, experimental verse and stagecraft note with unclear context.
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Glen
Skating Time Fashion Notes Draw Eye to Warm Plaid Outfit
A playful description highlights a six ton coat or skirt as the sensible choice for skating. A merry model wears a green and white plaid ensemble with thick knit, presenting a cheerful look for winter activity.
General Resslie's New Venture in Long Island Suffrage
General Nosalie Jones leads a suffrage initiative across towns on Long Island. She and 19 family members will teach parliamentary procedure and history of suffrage while touring to deliver lectures and recruit instructors.
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Resslie
Nosalie Jones
Long Island
Coolese
Kerstie Jones
Rosale Jones
Mies du Croft
Miteebeth Freemen
Elizabeth Lewis
Miss Jones
Cimin
Beboad Marm Jones
Beads and Velvet Weave Adults’ Afternoon Attire
A fragment describes garments styled with beads for a formal tea or informal bridge setting. It highlights burnt onion velvet brocade with mandarin corsage touches and intricate beadwork as accessories, noting a tango coiffure and street-culture influence for the occasion.
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Ted Os
Martin
Secheverell
Richmond
House of Lords
Inigo Jones
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