Speed preps for unorthodox race against Centipede men
In a wild ranch showdown at the Flying Heart, J Wallingford Speed trains under coach Glass to outpace Centipede runner Skinner around a corral course. Gallaghers and Helen Blake rally support as Covington delays, Speed vows to run and outwit the rival with a start strategy and risky stamina test.
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Flying Heart Ranch
Flying Heart
J. Wallingford Speed
Yale
Culver ‘Covington
Helen
Blake
Speed
Jean. Chapin
Covington
Jover
Wally
Ingrat
Fyesno
Glee Club
Stanford
Todin
Glassus
Wille
Neja
Omaha
Larry
Skinner
Glasn
Freano
Gallagher
Glen Blake Hearn
Nixon
Glass
Sheffield
Sheffield Hardicap
Sald
Willie
Wallingford
ATS
Welready
Glase
Mr. Speed
Chapin
Glen Blake
Skloner
Bill
Joe
Mr. Gallagher
Han
Skinder
Helen Blake
Fresno
Bill Stover
Booth's lifelong vow to aid humanity and renounce wealth
Gen. Booth recounts his career saying he abandoned wealth and ambition to serve the betterment of humanity. He notes his publications brought thousands of pounds, all given back for human happiness, and claims broad esteem across classes and broad prayer.
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Gen. Booth
General Booth
Simarly
Corns and cures sparkled in a comic snippet
A man complains of a corn and buys ointment from a vendor who claims a quick fix endorsed by the medical fraternity. The dialogue shifts to a broker who mocks walking as an automobile habit and recalls a Georgia farm visit with haycocks crowing and chores.
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Block
Georgia
Elinor Glyn Discusses What Women Find Attractive
In the Strand, Elinor Glyn notes she has no fixed view on which men women prefer. She observes women split into two types one wishing to rule while the other seeks different traits. She suggests attraction is individual and reflects each man’s nature.
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Ivao
Ike
Elinor Glyn
Strand
Foley Kidney Pills Relieve Suffering From Kidney Ailments
Foley Kidney Pills relieve suffering from weak kidneys and bladder pain. The advertisement claims they aid natural excretion, rebuild kidney tissue, restore normal function, and regulate bladder irregularities. Use as directed.
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Foley
Truly Blessed and the Paradox of Modern Wealth
A tired woman contrasts kings and the rich with a worker who earns every cent yet crowds her days with pleasures and junkets. She laments never having time to work and asks when she will ever have time for anything else, calling this the epitome of earthly bliss.
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Earth
Over the Teacups and Gentle Hostess Habits
A cozy scene at an open fire features blue tea ware and a teapot singing softly. An Irish hostess offers sugar while chatting, an English hostess asks how many lumps, and a Scotch hostess inquires if you have stirred it yet.
Wiseman Refuses Proposal Twice
Wiseman probes Young about a marriage proposal. Young resists, saying no a thousand times. Wiseman comments he would not risk asking again.
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Wiseman
Misnomer in a Writer’s Exchange About Earnings
A playful exchange between two writers questions their label as literary hacks. The first asks why they are called hacks, and the second concedes with humor, noting their earnings fall short of a hackman’s pay.
To the Thirsty Hard Luck in a Soft Drink Row
A witty line contrasts misfortune with an empty shelves moment. The speaker notes no help beyond soft drinks, highlighting a shortage scenario and the humor found in everyday commerce.
Net Gala. Did Your Son Take Mumps This Year
A playful exchange in a 20th century gala page remarks on a student’s year at college. The line notes a joke about catching mumps as a supposed souvenir of campus life. No further context or names are provided.
Very Much So Lets Use Nutmeg For The Flavor Ing
The remark suggests using nutmeg to enhance flavor. It highlights a playful exchange implying agreement and appreciation for the idea. The dialogue captures a light kitchen moment.
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Miss Blake
Ejsten
Pyright
Paul Armstrong
Carter
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