Soldier Son Won’t Return News Shocks Mother
A war widow’s son Elmer Wilkinson dies abroad while Dora Wilkinson and Captain Wendell Clifford carry a ruse to hide the brother’s death from their invalid mother. Clifford visits by pretense to ease her gradual recovery, while Dora and Harold struggle with the truth and the risk of discovery. The deception continues as a doctor advises against informing the mother immediately.
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Soldier’s pledge ends a mistaken surprise
Dora and Captain Clifford face a crisis after a secret operation on Mrs. Wilkinson. Harold returns home and a planned unveiling nearly unravels as Clifford impersonates the son while Dora aids the deception. The mother discovers the ruse, but Clifford reveals the truth and dies for his country, leaving a lasting bond with the family.
Famous Goose of the Coldstream Guards
Peter the goose attached to the Coldstream Guards in Canada became a famed pet, reportedly saving a sentry by confronting a rebel. He marched with the guard each morning and greeted them at barracks, before a fatal run in with a cab in London ending a celebrated military mascot era. The tale is recounted by the London Telegraph.
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L Turley Curd of Wilmore Kentucky speaks of a severe dropsy case in 1902 cured by Dr Miles Heart Remedy. He details swollen limbs heart fluid and bed propping before recovering enough to work on his farm. The advertisement notes money back if the first bottle fails and lists Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.
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