The Brazen Serpent as Type of Christ
A devotional study explains John 3 via the brazen serpent lifted by Moses. It links faith in Christ to new birth, recalls Nicodemus, and argues the uplifted Son of Man yields eternal life for believers. It notes Jesus identify with humanity and divinity, urging belief to avoid perishing.
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Moses
John
God
Egypt
F. T. Conner
Israel
Jesus
Nicademne
Christ
Nicodemus
Joseph
Arimathea
Hoffman
Man
Son of
David
Jordan
Quote on desire and morality by Dr. J. B. Shaw
A brief reflection questions happiness and virtue, citing Dr. J. B. Shaw. It ponders whether pursuit of earthly joys, happiness, or true immorality aligns with following the Father in heaven, inviting contemplation on spiritual obedience.
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J. B. Shaw
According to Hoyle and the game Hoyle
Edmond Toste born in England in 1867 2 wrote on games in London long taught whist and published a book systematizing its rules His name became a byword for authority on games Hoyle died in London in 1760 Kansas City Star
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Hoyle
Toyte
Edmond Toste
Englind
Lfe
London
Dinas
Floyter Cane
Kansas City Star
THE JOURNAL'S Crossword Puzzle Solving Guide
A historical note explains crossword solving rules from 1928, with horizontal and vertical clues. It describes numbering, the use of dictionary words, and how to fill white spaces until black squares appear, ending with a promise that the solution will appear in the next issue.
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No. I Ander
Cats of St Ives Come To Life In English Town
An odd Chicago Journal excerpt describes St Ives England as a very old town with cats called ents that guard nets and fish by the shore. It notes cats that tilt for mealyva and stand watch over pools while rats and mice threaten livelihoods, a quirky local tradition highlighted by residents.
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St. Ives
England
St Ines
Chicago Journal
Fiasco Word Origin Traced to Italian Bottle
A discussion traces the common word fiasco to the Italian word for bottle. An 1863 Notes and Queries correspondent recounts a visiting scholar’s failed attempt at glassmaking, producing only a common flask and provoking laughter with each new mishap.
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Liznor V. Bistrueci
Oof Tuttinn
Ning’s College
Peronis
Lomo
Worrien
Eye Color Across Famous Figures
The Washington Star notes varied eye colors among notable figures. It cites blue, gray, and brown eyes among poets, rulers, artists, and explorers, with many listed as blue or gray eyed. The piece mentions Dante, Caesar, Goethe, Napoleon, Byron, Shakespeare, and others, suggesting a mix rather than a single standard.
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Washington Star
Dante
Julius Caesar
Pagantni
Goethe
Lethh Hunt
Voltaire
Gladstone
Pope Leo XII
Beethoven
Raphael
Surdashua
Treswolds
Byron
Coleridge
Chatterton
Napoleon
Bismarck
Nansen
the Explorer
Audubon
Duke of Wellbeton
Eichard Coeur de Lion
Wolsey
Dickens
Ruskin
Moltke
Duke of Marlborough
Swift
Adison
Cormons
Frederick the Great
J. Russell Sewell
Rossetti
George Washington
Shakespeare
Pin use evolves with efficiency and age old wisdom
A fragment argues that pin consumption remains high in modern times. It notes the United States uses more than 20 billion pins annually, about 200 per person, and claims many modern pins imitate ancient forms. The piece reflects on enduring, though outdated, notions about luck and utility.
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United States
Pride in Work Despite Difficulties
A fragmentary quotation urges steadfast effort in work under any conditions. It extols doing tasks with rich thought and noble purpose, rejects whining, and frames diligence as a path to dignity. The source appears damaged and unclear.
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Uugh O
Orphans Court Sale Order in Ivins Estate
Order in Caroline County equity suit for sale of Harriet L Ivins real estate in Burrsville to distribute proceeds under will. Notice ordered to appear by Oct next. property valued under 2500 dollars. Also adsection: Desirable Denton residence for sale by The Denton National Bank on Market Street.
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Maryland
John L. Everagain
Caroline County
Harriet L. Ivins
John O. Ivins
Queen Anne’s County
Addison W. Ivins
New Castle County
Delaware
James Harvey Ivins
Rene Ivins
Lambert R. Ivins
Enna Ivins
Newark
Abija
Orphans’ Court
Market Street
Denton
Denton National Bank
Fifth Avenue
Jas. A. Trazzare
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Sielvin & Johnson, Inc. Publishers
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Abbr
Texas
Italy
The
Victor
M. Kk
Newnam Denton, MD
Ira WL Samis
Thawley’s Chapel
Clark C. Ivins
Adison W. Ivins
Emma Ivins
Abijah D. Ivins
Dora Ivins
I. Ivins
Caroline Count
Richard T. West
Elisha H. Harper
William J. Shawn
J. Irwin Harwood
Register of Wills
Baltimore
Frampton’s
Greensboro
Meredith & Bowdle
Third St
Near Market
Denton, MO
Court House
Federalsburg
Covey & Williams
Preston
Covey Bros
Caroline County Bank
Hillsboro
Thompson's Imp
Henderson
Cole's
Ridgely
Bank OF Ridgely
American Corner
Wednes
Lord's Store
T. Frank Seward
M. K. Newnam
E. Price
Greenmount Ave
Chevrolet
Yi Ra Yat
Tay
ronTruk
Flint, Itchigan
Den-Mar Mobile Company
A. W. Short & Co
Standard Oil Company
New Jersey
Newnams
Singer Eléctric
Coburn’s Baby Shop
New York
Coburn
Baby Shop
Goldsborough St
Easton, MD
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