Thrift and Love Entangle a Town Heiress
Miss Jessie Kapper, a thrifty social figure, spars with extravagance while balancing charity, a costly wardrobe, and gossip about Carroll Beaton. John Huntly, a hopeful lawyer, faces pressure from Aunt Jennie and Kapper as Carroll seeks a future, and a quiet household conflict unfolds over money, duty, and romance.
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Jessie Kupper
Congress
Washington
Carroll Beaton
Carroll
Mrs. Grundy
Noman-Cook
Allyn
Mamma Beaton
Miss Wapper
Gosip
Susan Wise
Susan
Miss Rapper
John Sluntly
Miss Kapper
Jennie Pritt
Jennie
John Huntly
Johm
Jenny Britt
Nia
Jen
Huntly
Ife
Smell Diffusion Through Air Currents Measured In Tubes
Experiments in England and later in this country show that smell travels through air mainly by currents. In a 1.5 meter tube diffusion takes over two hours to reach the end. Time to detect the odor scales with the square of the length, using ammonia and hydrogen sulphide. Upward diffusion with camphor is slower than horizontal or downward. Fragrance released by rubbing iron or brass yields no clear results.
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England
Fat tailed sheep and hornless breeds amid world varieties
The passage describes fat tailed sheep in northern India and Egypt weighing up to forty pounds, with the tall used as a delicacy and fried in Arab cuisine. It notes a Shanghai breed with no external ears and no horns, highlighting unusual animal varieties across regions.
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India
Egypt
Shanghai
Divorce Inquiry Prompted by Wife to Lawyer in Boston Eventing
A woman asks a lawyer for divorce, seeking to discuss charges first. The exchange centers on initial considerations in a Boston eventing transcript style, with the lawyer prompting for costs before proceeding.
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Boston
Walking millinery shops of Mexican women show durable hats
In a Mexican region women wear 150 hats as they travel, acting as mobile stores. They carry Hecht straw hats and about fifty large baskets sold at low prices. Indian designs weave through the goods, with baskets and hats by Mexico valued far less than in the United States or other nations.
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Mexico
Habeas Corpus Act Defined in Early English Law
The Habeas Corpus Act, formed in the reign of Charles I, mirrors Magna Carta while adding details. It allows imprisonment to be challenged by the accused who can demand to be brought before a court to explain the charges. The court then decides on bail, and imprisonment must be for punishment after conviction or for safe custody during the trial.
Dome Requires Much Paint for Washington Capitol
A report notes the capital dome needs about a thousand gallons of paint to complete its coating. The figure underscores the scale of restoration work underway on the Washington project.
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Washington
Thought for the Day on counterfeit workers ethics
A brief reflection notes that men who lend counterfeit work do not deserve payment with counterfeit money. It cautions against accepting fake currency for such labor and urges integrity in transactions. The piece emphasizes honesty and fair dealing in everyday work.
John Pumpkin's Home Return Sparks Small Town Talk
Elsie recalls the homecoming of John Pumpkin Marsh, son of the old judge, now a lawyer. Neighbors ponder his marriage prospects as rumors swirl about the wealthy, educated man living at the big house in Little River. The Halloween eve stirs memories of childhood and a nickname tied to his former mischief.
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John Pumpkin
Miss Pridds
Elsie
Miss Priddy
King
John Marsh
Little River
Lad Trav
John
New York
RHQ
John Pumyphin
Woo
Ohere
Lisle
Marla Ellen
Mrs. Hab
John Pumykin
Wasseria
Elsie Iml
Alsie
Andy
Curly
John Putty
Kip
Simall
Sammy Smithy
Eltste
Elsie Hill
Lisie
John Pumpkin Reunites With Elsie Hill-Coldenlocks
In a moonlit country scene Elsie encounters John Pumpkin, once teased for her nickname, who returns to Little River. He explains he kept a token from her youth and hopes to reclaim the charm later. They share a tender moment and invite each other inside to meet their families.
Public sale notice of Caroline county property collateral
W Brewster Deen as assignee offers the Edmunds Edwards mortgage property for sale at Denton Court House door Caroline county Maryland between 2 and 4 pm. The real estate includes a lot with two small dwellings described by bounds along Federalsburg Denton road and Faulkner branch. One half cash, balance in six months with interest. papers to purchaser at expense.
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Ellen Fr. Edwards
Albert A. Edwards
Calvert C. Merriken
W. Brewster Deen
Liber J. K. S
Caroline County
Court House
Denton
Maryland
State of Maryland
Federalsburg
Faulkner's
Sallie Redhead
Edwood Allen
Harry R. Merriken
Elle M. Meriken
Ellen BE. Edwards
Jats Temple
Auct
Decree on Division of Real Estate in Queen Annes County
In the Circuit Court for Queen Annes County No 2a6L commissioners led by Charles A Busteed Robert W Thomas and Charles M West to value divide and allot Joseph D George deceased real estate. Court orders the commissions report ratified and final decree to be issued unless opposed by Feb 25 with notices in four Maryland newspapers by Jan 21 1923.
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Charles A Busteed
Robert W. Thomas
Charles M. West
Joseph D. George
Queen Anne's County
Maryland
Queen Anne’s County
State of Maryland
Caroline County
Kent County
Mental irritation causes increased breakage in factory work
Experts from a British research body warn that mental irritation among workers leads to higher breakage rates. They note fatigue is not always the trigger and that sudden rush periods spread carelessness through groups, damaging items as material flow becomes chaotic.
Didnt Pay To Keep Books And Storekeeper Reply
A Wall Street figure complains after losing items sought before departure but finds the storekeeper admits no books are kept. The storekeeper recalls selling saddles last summer and bills four customers, receiving payment from three, arguing no records are kept to identify buyers.
Definition of Honeymoon Period in Human Relations
A fragment defines honeymoon as the interval between the final agreement and the first dispute, attributed to Richmound Wenies-Dis pitch. The quote frames the honeymoon as a brief phase of initial harmony before conflict arises.
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Richmound Wenies
Get the Habit of Thinking and Wise Thinking
A compact musing on forming a disciplined mindset. The text urges deliberate reflection before action and suggests daily practice, with emphasis on choosing meaningful tasks and resolving to follow through. Includes scattered references to thoughts, habits, and personal growth from an introspective viewpoint.
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Brisbane
After Dinner Liquor and Violet Seaweed Scent
The custom of drinking liquors after dinner was common in Scotland before it spread to England. It included salt plasses, cherry brandy, lemon brandy, and was tasted by both Indians and men. Violet scented seaweed grows in the Mangishluk peninsula lakes, its odor scenting the air for miles.
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Scothiand
England
Cagplan
Mangishluk
Chipian Sea
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You
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Lilsie
Niss
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Dudley G. Roe
May Roe Roberts
Helen Roe Massey
Louie Mo Marshall
Elanabeth George Merrick
Marion Merrick
Elsie George Sadler
Joseph M. George
Madeleine G. Young
Dudley George Roe
Brown Metcalf Roe
Medford Dudley Roe
Scott Roberts
Martha George Roberts
Helen Roe Roberts
James Bruce Massey
George Jackson Maugsey
Margaret Ann Marshall
James Merrick Marshall
Lewin W. Wickes
J.B. Rolph
British Institute of Industrial Psychology
Wall Street
Hiis
C. A. Whisler
Dwo2ton
Auditor’s Order
Nisi
Calverti C. Merriken
Gubert Gibson
Geo. A. Deakyne
Gho
A. Deakyne
Owens Station
Del
Bethlehem
James Thomas Parrott
Ora C. Bowdle
Chevrolet
Ournal
Merry Christmas
Studebaker
W. B
H. P
W.B
Studebaker Sales and Service Station
Easton
Ales Stephen HE
R. Cripple Creek
Thedford’s
Thedford
Sturry W. McMahon
Glo
WM. Pepper
Maryland Trust
Baltimore
Elkton
ST. Paul
Piney
Gurey’s
Hughes Lumber & Coal CO
THE
Denton National Bank
Denton, Maryland
Spirit of the Season
Xmas
M. K. Newnam
Lednum’s Pharmacy
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