MacMahon Spy Tale of a Disguised Lieutenant
A Prussian invasion era spy story follows Lieutenant Boyer who disguises as a demoiselle to gather enemy numbers and routes. In a cellar interview with Jules Poucher, Boyer uses clever deception and a gag to escape after overhearing Prussian plans, then reports the intelligence to Marshal MacMahon.
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France
MacMahon
Boyer
Lucille Demgreat
Young Boyer
Anto
Prinsaiinuray
Jules Poneher
Laville
Jules Poucher
Jules
Lucille
Roger
Army
Metz
Marshal MacMahon
Fio
Zales
Marshal MacMe
Old Fashioned Desserts for Thanksgiving Pudding and Pie
Traditional New England dessert guide explains baked and boiled Indian pudding and pumpkin pie. Details recipes include milk, corn meal, molasses, suet, spice, and careful baking steps for a six hour baked pudding and a four hour boiled pudding, followed by a spiced pumpkin pie with cream and maple sweetness.
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New England
Window Cleaning Method for Bright Windows
Storekeeper counsels a two stage approach to washing windows. Clean woodwork first, then glass with warm water and ammonia. Avoid soap and men’s products, dust corners with a pointed stick, wipe dry with soft cloth, and finish with tissue or old newspaper for brighter results.
How to Boil Milk Successfully
A practical guide to boiling milk using a double boiler to avoid scorching. If unavailable, a small saucepan inside a larger pot works. In a milk scorch emergency, remove from heat, submerge the pot in cold water, add salt, and stir to recover flavor.
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Leezens
How to Preserve Butter for Long Storage
Preserving butter involves grinding the butter and milk, adding salt, packing in airtight jars or cans, and keeping in a cool place. These steps aim to create a long lasting butter supply for years if desired.
A Matrimonial By ARTHUR W BREWSTER
A chemist in a gold mining region suspects his stenographer Miss Wright of theft after discovering gold dust on his coat. He hides his suspicions and contemplates marriage, then learns another woman may be the real thief, as his jealousy and paranoia rise amid mounting losses.
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Rebecca Wright
Miss Wright
Ste
Misa
Wright
Misa Wright
Cme
Hiatt
Gaip
A Plan Aimed at Ramsey County Farmers
A 1911 farming plan proposes hiring a local expert to tour Ramsey County from house to house, teaching diversified methods, testing corn yields, and improving dairying and stock buildings. The effort would secure funding, transport, and farmer buy in to plant more corn, build silos, and strengthen the agricultural economy to guard against past failures.
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InterOcean
Ramsey County
Farmers Institute
Supt. Hoverstad
Farmers’ Institute
North Dakota
Timothy
Glover
Ing
Hamsey
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Iowa
Hhis
New Pool Room Opens in Devils Lake
A new pool and billiard hall opened this week in Devils Lake on the Western hotel premises. Operated by John Schults, it occupies the front corner with an elegant interior and mission style tables. The venue, linked with the Hotel Western, is set to become a popular amusement spot.
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Devils Lake
Placea
John Schults
Cleaning Bedding and Feather Renovation Techniques
The article outlines methods to refresh pillows and down comforters including transferring feathers to a bag, washing with borax soapsuds, and thorough sun drying. It notes shaking feathers, avoiding wringing, and using salt to prevent color run. Alternatives include drying in hot sun, soaking rain, or gentle hose washing, emphasizing long drying and feather care.
How to Clean a Wool Sweater
How to clean a wool sweater in warm water with soap until lather forms. Knead gently to avoid felting the fabric. Rinse lightly, remove excess water, shake, then dry quickly to prevent shrinking and reshape while drying.
Remove Grease Spots From Wall Paper And Fabrics
How to remove grease spots from wallpaper by sprinkling baking soda blotting and pressing with a warm iron. For woolen garments rub with magnesia lay aside for days then shake out and press with brown paper to protect fabric.
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Arthur W. Brewster
Best
Rodenbach & Mundt
John Schultz
Western Hotel
Hotel Western
Heather
England
Armress Courtin
Nel
Jack
Belle
Nell—Nooo
Philadelphis
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