The Killing of the Egyptian A Story of Moses in Slavery and Deliverance
Moses endures brutal slave life in Egypt and defies a overseer to defend his aging father Amram. He kills an Egyptian taskmaster during a pit assault and flees, stirred by a vision of liberation and a vow to lead his people when God calls. He vows to organize the Hebrews and studies the growing unrest before Pharaoh’s men pursue him.
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Moses
Amram
Shiloh
Egypt
Miriam
Goshen
Wolf Snatches Bread From Girl in Victor Colorado
A five year old girl on her mother's doorstep in Victor Colorado was about to eat bread with sugar when a large gray wolf seized the bread from her hand and fled. The incident highlights wildlife encounters in the area.
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Victor, Col
Russia Faces New Troubles Overnight Across Targets
Overnight reports indicate multiple trouble spots emerged in Russia, with authorities scrambling to address incidents in several locations. Officials confirm sharp increases in unrest and security measures as investigations unfold.
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Russia
Boy Held in Georgia Convict Camp After Vagrancy Fine
Samuel Myers a 15 year old from Mishawaka faced a $25 vagrancy fine after riding freight trains and was sent to a Georgia convict camp to serve 60 days. He toiled in a turpentine swamp among criminals under harsh conditions with poor rations and frequent punishment before returning home gravely weakened.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Samuel Myers
Mishawaka
Waycross
Milwood
Myers
Millwood
Mishawake
Georgia
Chicago girl risks life to save flag
Miss Bertha L. Duppler assistant secretary to Post master Busse climbed icy roofs to retrieve a tattered American flag from the old post office on Michigan avenue. She risked harm amid ice and sleet to bring the flag to the new federal building where it will be preserved as a relic.
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Chicago
Flag
Bertha L. Duppler
Busse
Michigan Avenue
Miss Doppler
Rare Kindness of a Physician's Clerk
A brief, period tone note from the New York Weekly describes an eminent physician in the seventh heaven over an arriving baby. The clerk questions sending Mr. Younghusband's bill, delaying the intrusion on the physician’s ancient joy.
Shocking Confession Sparks Laugher in Houston Post
In a witty column the Houston Post quips about a woman's remark that young men glaringly stare she sees as arousing while noting she means the opposite, reflecting playful social banter of the era.
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Houston Post
Boy saves train from wreck in blizzard
In Grand Island Nebraska during a fierce blizzard 12 year old Charlie Hudson son of farmer Milton Hudson spotted a broken rail about 18 inches torn away on a Union Pacific crossing. He warned an east bound passenger train by waving his cap and handkerchief as it neared stopping the long train 15 feet from the gap, preventing a serious catastrophe.
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Grand Island
Neb
Charlie Hudson
Milton Hudson
Union Pacific
Miner Beats Mule Then Amputates Tongue in Quarrel
Terre Haute reports Frank Sanders, a coal mine mule driver, struck and pulled a mule's tongue from its mouth during a fit of anger. He beat the animal until the tongue swelled beyond replacement and required amputation. Sanders, discharged by the company, fled to avoid prosecution.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Frank Sanders
Sanders
Cooper discussion on natural behavior and foolish acts
In Cassells Journal a speaker cites Mrs. Cooper preferring honesty over a man acting foolishly while Mr. Cooper expresses liking to see natural conduct. The exchange frames social judgment and personal temperament in a brief dialogue.
Made Up Angel Child and Aunt Daisy Exchange
A conversation centers on the idea of a fictitious character. Angel Child asks what it means and Aunt Daisy explains. Angel Child then teases that Aunt Daisy herself is a fictitious character, prompting a witty reply.
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Angel Child
Bracing Weather Weighs On Philadelphia Lodging
The Philadelphia Press notes the sharp chill and brisk air as men seek only enough for one night’s lodging, reflecting a wary mood among travelers and locals. The item captures a weather driven temper and economy of short stays.
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Browne—y
Philadelphia Press
Crystal Wedding Party Ideas and Irish Beauty Secrets
The article outlines crystal anniversary party tips with white decor, glass centerpieces, and cake as a wedding style event. It also reports on an Irish beauty expert praising the Irish girl’s complexion and her slow, detailed daily skincare routine with buttermilk washes and careful hair care.
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Beauty
Grandfather Rat Saved By Clever Grandchildren
In a Boston Globe tale, Grandfather Rat fears aging and a new fox terrier as danger mounts. His grandchildren Whisker and Frisker devise a plan using a stick to lead him to safety in the barn, escaping the dog and ensuring the elder rat’s long, peaceful life.
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Grandfather Rat
Whisker
Young Frisker
Frisker
Trip
Grandfather
Boston Globe
Surprise Party Idea with Confidential Helpers
A young correspondent suggests planning a surprise party with family confidence. Girls prepare dainty luncheon baskets for two, boxes gathered in one spot, followed by games including blindfolded basket selection and three guesses to identify each hostess. Afterward, partners join a nicely set dining area with refreshments.
Touraine chocolates and fruit rounds for tea
A dainty for afternoon tea uses Touraine chocolates made from whole wheat bread slices coated with melted sweet chocolate and chopped nuts. An evening novelty features fruit rounds from bread with candied pineapple and cherries, citrus juice glaze, and citron or angelica for garnish.
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Touraine
Costume party for children with pink rose theme
A children’s party from seven to ten features a Brownies and Fairies theme. Decorate with pink and white crepe paper, fairy lamps, lanterns, and pink shades. Give wands wound with pink and white tissue, play dancing, serve pink cake and pink ice cream, and offer berry juice.
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Madame Merri
The Modern Girl and Her Manners Debate
The piece contrasts two public eye groups the arrogant daughters of the wealthy and the ill mannered daughters of the poor with a large middle class praising refined behavior learned through education and contact with better society.
Voice Therapy and Surgery for Women’s Singing Voices
Readers are told that girls with voices sounding wrong are directed to throat specialists and singing teachers to produce a natural female voice. The article notes that surgery may remove throat growths and nasal excess cartilage and bones as part of the process.
Fanatical Caucasus Ceremony Described by Traveler
A travelogue recalls a harsh ritual among Mohammedans in the Caucasus known as Chucksee Wucksee. Men wound themselves with kinjal knives, lifting them to strike the crown of the head, causing blood to gush and leave participants blood-soaked and staggering.
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Caucasus
How He Knew
A brief quiz of counterfeit awareness. The dialogue shows a boy insisting a forged half dollar is genuine while a parent notes its bad value, illustrating a teaching moment about money and deception.
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Merk
Familie-Journal
Colors in Fashion Mentioned With Subtle Change
A fashion note states no major color shifts will occur except the country will see fewer shades of purple. The remark implies a restrained palette rather than a broad rebranding of colors across styles and seasons.
Money Stock Worldwide and in the United States
The world holds about 12 billion dollars in gold silver and paper money. In the United States the total money stock is around 2 billion dollars.
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United States
How to revive fur with steam and beating
To revive fur lay on a table beat well with a cane and shake to remove dust. Boil water in a long spout kettle and pass the fur to and fro about five to six inches from the steam for a few minutes. Shake and hang up the fur to restore brightness.
What Saved Him Frayed Feeter
A fragment from Life magazine recounts a near miss where an unnamed man escaped being hit by a car yesterday. The bystanders in the vehicle admit they lacked control, noting only luck and the other riders’ presence prevented disaster.
Holland celebrates ancient journalistic festival
Haarlem boasted one of the world’s oldest newspapers the Haarlemsche Courant founded 259 years ago a copy of its first issue was exhibited marking the event.
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Holland
Haarlem
Haarlemsche Courant
Prisoner Declares Truthful Oath in London Police Court
A prisoner in a London police court swears by truth, saying I may drop dead if I don't speak the truth. The magistrate retorts that such wishes would leave the floor strewn with corpses, reflecting weary skepticism at the exchange.
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London
Oldest Daughter of Revolution Dies in Northampton
Mrs. Drusilla Hall Johnson died in Northampton Massachusetts reputedly the oldest true daughter of the revolution. Her death marks the passing of a long living link to colonial history with Johnson reputed as the oldest of the era’s daughters.
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Drusilla Hall Johnson
Northampton
Mass
Californians Buy More Baseballs and Bats Than Any State
The San Francisco Chronicle reports California leads per capita in baseball purchases with about 50 000 balls and 30 000 bats yearly. The warm climate supports year round play and amateur business-house teams drive demand, including six San Francisco teams of Japanese players well equipped for modern play. Baseball grows in Japan as the sport gains popularity.
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San Francisco
Japan
America
Little Miss I Dont Care in Detroit Free Press poem
A verse by Marie Louise Ward from the Detroit Free Press centers on a girl who says she does not care after breaking a doll and losing a ring. Despite claims of indifference, tears reveal she cares deeply. The lyric reflects childhood mood and language mixups.
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Marie Louise Ward
Detroit Free Press
A Family Affair and a Smothered Sorrow
The note recalls Othello smothering Desdemona after waking him for the baby and to guard against burglars and rain. Friends recount these events but a lighter Shakespearean alternative version was written to soften the tragedy.
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Shakespeare
N. Y. Sum
Imagined Rainbow Blooming in Heaven’s Sky
The article notes an Indian belief that rainbows evoke living flowers in the heavens. It says they love flowers such as roses lilies pansies and goldenrod and hate to see them fade. The colors spanning the sky are seen as wild flowers and moss in bloom above.
Bride Greeted by Brother's Bold Toast at Wedding
A wedding scene recounted from Tit-Bits where the bride’s little brother leaped up during the ceremony and shouted Hurrah Fanny, you've got him at last, prompting laughter and a memorable moment.
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Fanny
Laundryman on the Line Adrift at Niagara
Pong Bow a Chinese laundryman from Terre Haute Indiana wandered into Canada last summer after crossing the line to admire Niagara Falls. He missed his train and remains in Canada facing a $500 head tax for Chinese entrants while U S officials weigh relief. Ottawa and Washington debate potential waivers and his possible return.
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Pong Bow
Terre Haute
Ind
Niagara Falls
Pong
Canada
America
Uncle Sam
Pony Bow
Bow
White House
Ottawa
Sargent
Congressman Holliday
Indiana
Roosevelt
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