Light From Heaven. Three Blind Men Prove Hope Through Vision
Special correspondence profiles three visually impaired men Watson Davenport of Leyden Arnold Scott of Bernardston and Clarence Hawkes of Hadley. Davenport a self made financier aged about 69 has built a fortune while guiding town affairs and handling large sums. Scott a mail carrier aged around 63 travels Bernardston delivering post and manages daily routes despite blindness. Hawkes a 23 year old blind since an accident has studied at Perkins and become a capable orator and pianist while pursuing work and family life.
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Isis
Watson
Davenport
Leyden
Massachusetts
Tle
Mer
Pravenport
Daveport
Arnold Scott
Bernardston
Jos
Scott
Clarence E. Jawkes
Hadley
Ufe
Meen Pelu
Hawkes
Perkins Dasitute
South Gosion
Walliaut
Beauly
Notable Atlanta socialite and fringe reform figure described
Portrait of Livingston Mitums and wife Mrs. Livingston Mitums, highlighting her role as a leading early 20th century society figure in Atlanta. The article notes her association with a new faith and followers, her relocation to Peachtree Street, and connections to Mrs. Eddy’s Christian Science movement.
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Rs. Livingston Mitonis
Atlanta
Minima
Howes
Socuil i
Ventang
Ehlioh
Peachtree Street
Eddy
Disciples of Christian Adiente
Mimmy
Major Livingston Mitams
Joseph Thompson
Mitums
Mimmus
Mick
Ana
Maui Andrews
Whitney campaign advances with public support in Cleveland
The text notes William Whitney seeks the gubernatorial nomination next year with heavy financial backing. It mentions his public stand on reform, his devotion to humane causes, and his bid gaining traction in Cleveland aided by significant backing.
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Flo
Cleveland
Mr. Whitney
Werth
Puritan Blue Laws Spark Debate in New York
The piece contrasts enforcement of Sabbath restrictions in New York with the old Puritan spirit. It cites Connecticut’s blue laws, reports fines for Sabbath violations, and mentions cases involving Chase, a farmer, and others. It notes broader interest in European diplomacy and Japan’s developments.
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New York
Samuel Peters
Wali
Apa
Alice Morse Marte
Adiala Chase
Insetting Inquiry Reveals Job Offer Upset
A cryptic exchange shows Megn4er ing Mike claiming insult and Plea cing Pete admitting an offer of work. The trio discusses a new job in a soap factory, with envious comments and tentative optimism about the outcome.
Memorial to a pet poodia along a Lowell roadside
A large urn on a roadside near Lowell is kept filled with fresh sowers at the expense of a wealthy local resident. The memorial honors her cherished pet poodia and stands as a visible tribute in the area.
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Lowell
Cure for Wild Oats. A Baltimore style tale of a cure
A Washington Star inspired tale discusses a hopeful cure for wild oats through a cautionary anecdote about a rich man’s nephew. The story centers on a young man’s reckless spending and a possible insurance scheme as a transformative yet risky remedy.
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The
Washington Star
Starman
Tore
Jesus
Allah
Chad
Women of Note Read at Deer on Blue End Gray
Vague lines describe several women and a poem read by Miss 4 REHOME OF and others. Mentions include Mrs Jierorry and Miss Levi Rall Bet Mise Mate, with a reference to roses and a payment of $56 006 for entry fees or wages. The text is garbled and lacks clear events or context.
Smiles Between Sermons and Scribbled Exchanges
Fragmented, quirky dialogue between a preacher and a resort girl hints at social pretensions and a sly romance. References to a clerk, a second-hand title, and a widowed nobleman appear in a mosaic of overheard lines from a Detroit or Philadelphia paper.
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Heag
Baker
Joey
Philadelphia
Ceremer
Mever
Detroit Pree Press
Mead
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LIGHT
Heaven
Watson W. Davenport
EK. Hawkes
Gail Crank
Feds
Farner
Partig
Davedoert
Cote
Davenpord
Fall River
Peek
Wera Wits
Fay
Bea
Oshdee
Popep
Poe
Pirtoel
Ulatlend
Clarence Hawres
Von
Ted
Wail Tel Peeriy
Mary
Potas
Constant
Rey
Eisa
OM Hawes
Livingston Amlimma
Linbracen
William
Whienel
Puebae
Willon
Mimms
Erie
Aldo
William C Whitney
Thone
New Lark
Lader Theodore
Mooservely
Willian Uistes
Ff Shiney Fk
Japan
London
Berlin
Sc. Petersberg
Metraleba
DeBestecer
Washington
Masterson Neers
Bouan
Fife
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