Deception and Love Across Shores of France
Doris Carson, torn by her parents plan to ship her away from a wounded actor lover, discovers a staged ruse to test her heart. In a European voyage with Jeffrey Randel, she grows close to him as a hospital revelation uncovers the truth and a proposed reconciliation.
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Wells
Mrs. Carson
Mr. Carson
Howard
Doris
Paris
Den
Tam
Amd
Liverpool
Switzerland
Carson
Jeffrey Randel
Jeffrey
Jerey
Ike Jeffrey
Mediterranean
France
Walcatt
Exbert
Elo
Dorks
Dori
TF Found Souvency
X Bear
I Want to Do All the Apologizing
A man admits a guilty wish to “case” his conscience and declares Doris his if she loves him back. He halts mid sentence when Doris’s joyful looks suggest the outcome is already clear.
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Doris
Talking Parrots in West Africa A Guide
West Africa hosts notable parrots prized for talking. Begin with indistinct repetitions, reward with treats, and teach phrases one by one. With consistent practice, the parrot may say good day or repeat chosen remarks when people enter or depart.
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West Africa
Africa
Automatic Rock Borer Tunnels Through Hard Rock
A New York area tunneling machine uses compressed air to chip rock with a single active hammer at a time. It operates on a rotating disk, moves muck via an endless belt, and travels on a track. One operator can run the automated drill with regular resets every three and a half feet.
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New York City
Napoleon and Tobacco Use in Military History
The piece notes soldiers’ fondness for tobacco across eras, citing Napoleon’s heavy snuff use, Frederick the Great’s life saved by a snuff box, and Seydiltz’s pipe habit. It references 1794 campaigns with Duke of York, 1688 Dutch and French tobacco allowances, Wellington’s rare smoking, and Blucher’s 1807 ban on officers smoking in public.
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Napoleon
Frederick the Great
Seydiltz
Duke of York
Holland
Duke of Wellington
Duke of Cumberland
Portsmouth
Blucher
Unusual scarecrows use skulls and bells in fields
A Ceylonese farmer displays two skulls, one woman and one buffalo, on poles to deter birds. Another Belgian farmer linked bells across multiple poles with a wire to a waterwheel, creating tinkling sounds to ward off flying pests.
King George Maintains Year Round Time at Sandringham
The Sandringham estate in England uses Gaylight saving all year, keeping clocks half an hour ahead of Greenwich time for punctuality. Initiated by Prince Edward, later King Edward, the idea gained quick adoption among nobles who resided there.
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King George
Sandringham
England
Greenwich
Edward
Prince of Wales
No Sentiment Mr Flubdub in a Trifle Close
A whimsical tale notes Mr Flubdub falling in love, persuading a lady to marry him and a bungled honeymoon. The wife, described as an efficient manager, confronts him with a demand, extending her hand and insisting on ten dollars. The exchange ends with a firm tone as she presses the issue.
Little Breeze Learns Value Of Small Wind In Woods
A tale in which Little Wood Mouse consoles a small Little Breeze by noting every wind's role, from North to West. The mouse argues being loved matters more than loud strength, and Breeze realizes gentleness can still shape nature and bring comfort to the woods.
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Ittle Wood Mouse
Little Breeze
Little Wood Mouse
Mr. Wood Rat
Little
Fam
Litle
Wood Mouse
West Wind
Mr. Sun
Breeze
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Mysteries of Jap Ladies Coiffures Revealed
A Western observer describes Oriental hairdressing as elaborate yet maintained by a single pin and knot. Hair is oiled, combed by servants, bound with silk, and set with a jeweled pin. Pins vary from gold to jade. the practice persists among Chinese brides and mourning wearers, with aging to keep styles for days. The rise of cheap pins and film fans changes East fashion and theft risk during travel.
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Daily Telegraph of London
Gould
East
Trainus
Judge Misses With Phrase Howling At Accused
A playful courtroom exchange unfolds as the accused claims they found a watch during a casual stroll. The judge questions the story while the accused defends that both watched items were moving and meant to go along together.
Protecting the Dog Plan Before Your Trip
A light domestic quip about leaving a dog with a neighbor while Mrs. Youngwed asks how long to be away. The reply suggests about two weeks and learning to cook during the absence. The exchange reflects playful household humor with a focus on pet care during travel.
Something to Think About by F. 4. WALKER
Within the breasts of ambitious youths there is a yearning to assume responsibility and lead. They envision future conquests and honor, working steadfastly to improve daily, reading and thinking, while shunning idleness. Only those ready to lead and endure challenges deserve the title of conqueror.
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Norle
Ress
Trae
Ife
McClure
5Ndicate
Caroline county Maryland Seeks Bids for 60000 Bonds
The County Commissioners of Caroline county Maryland invite sealed proposals for sixty thousand dollars in Caroline county Funding Bonds to be bid by May 27 1924 at 1 pm in Denton Maryland. Bonds dated July 1 1924 with 1000 denominations mature 5000 annually 1929 to 1940 interest tax exempt. Bids require five percent par value certified funds. The county reserves the right to reject all bids.
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Caroline County
Maryland
Denton
General Assembly of Maryland
Caroline County Maryland sells 21000 dollar road bonds
The Caroline County Commissioners invite bids for 21000 dollars of 5 percent Road Bonds to be dated June 1 1924 and maturing in serial installments from 1930 to 1936 inclusively. Denominations are 1000 dollars each. Interest is semiannual and exempt from state local and federal taxes. Bids close at 1 PM on Tuesday May 27 1924 at the county commissioners office in Denton Maryland. By order of the county commissioners Walter S Rutter Clerk and Calvert C Merriken Attorney.
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Caroline County
Denton
Maryland
General Assembly of Maryland
Nereby
Walter 5S
Rutter
Calvert C
Merriken
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Melvin & Johnson, Publishers
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Aio
Whistler
Ee Venitas
NeClure New Paper Syndicate
F. 4
Walker
Europe
Shore Transit System
Eastern Shore
Rock Hall
Baltimore and Elkton
Greensboro
Goldsboro
Ingleside
Roberts Church Hill
Chestertown
Elkton
P.M
Church Hill
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Washington
Denton Territory
Baltimore City
Dover
Greensboro L
Henderson
Marydel
Pearson's Corn
Dally & Sunday A. M
Dally & Sunday Pr M
Pearson's
Greensboro Arc Denton
Dally A.M
C. B. Keller
F & R Garage
Fora Bion
Cal
FORD
Ridgely, Maryland
State Board of Undertakers of
Ary Land
State Board of Undertakers
State Board of Undertakers of Maryland
H. H. Housman, JR
DR. Whisler
Ise
BOX
Seiooks
The
Hughes Lumber and Coal Co
Denton, Maryland
Rumly Thresher
Thompson Howe. & Supply Co
Hillsboro
Hegeman
N. Fourth St
Denton, Md
Walter S. Rutter
Canvert C. Merriken
Charles H. Steelman
North 3Rd St
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