No clear danger in Uncle John’s household says Amy
Amy explains to Brennan that Uncle John’s servants look frail with Dr Blessington visiting daily and no obvious enemies or craziness. She notes Uncle John’s New York office, and Brennan records the address while speculating he was a stock speculator who made money buying and selling large blocks of stock.
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Brennan
John
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Rufus Ledermann
Miss Crane
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Simon Judd
Judd
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Riverbank Detectives Team Up With Chance Partner
Brennan invites Simon Judd to join the Riverbank murder case, with Judd eager to learn from New York detectives. Amy Crane provides details on household staff and money, while Judd hints at a hidden truth about Amy and a suspicious baggage note.
Cast of Principal Characters in This Mystery Story
The list introduces William Dart Dr John Drane and Dr Blessington as family figures with the Human Sphinx described as a sweetheart and friend. Other characters include Doctor Dick Brennan the Girl the Undertaker Simon Judd and a detective serving in the Drane household.
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William Dart
John Drane
Rae
Drane
Blessington
Dick Brennan
Undertaker Simon Judd Sens
Murder at the Drane Place A Murder Mystery Unfolds
Amateur detective Simon Judd and undertaker William Dart visit the Drane residence where John Drane is found dead. Dr Blessington declares Drane’s death a murder, reveals Drane was a woman, and notes servants’ illness as investigators arrive. Detective Brennan questions Amy and others as the tale continues.
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Simon Judd
William Dart
John Drane
Drane Place
Josie
Amy Drane
Dr. Blessington
Dart
Judd
John Crane
Riverbank
Women Voters Leader Anchors Hoover Campaign Effort
Mrs. F Louis Stade former regional head of the League of Women Voters has been named head of the Women's Advisory Committee for the Hoover Curtis ticket She aims a broad appeal to housewives and reports strong mobilization by women and women's groups Thousands of women who have not voted before are expected to support the Republican ticket this year.
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F. Louis Stade
League of Women Voters
Hoover-Curtis
Hoover
Peculiar rammed-earth walls built in single mass
In rammed earth construction the wall is formed as one continuous piece without joints. Layers are compacted together under pounding to create a solid single mass.
Word's Meaning Enlarged Jitney 18
The term jitney began as a synonym for the nickel but later referred to the automobile service that carried passengers for a five cent fare, marking a shift in usage during its early development.
Beauty in Benevolence Inspires Widespread Joy
A short reflective quote attributes broad happiness to a benevolent person and a kind heart. It discusses how one generous individual can diffuse pleasure, making surroundings brighten with smiles and goodwill.
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Irving
Official Bench Marks in Survey Elevation System
The geological survey explains bench marks that designate elevation above mean sea level. The line appears across many locations along the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and the Gulf coast.
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The
Geological Survey
Atlantic
Pacific Oceans
Gulf Coast
Curious Regimental Pets Include Ape Son and Lamb
Old regimental pets among British army units include a chim panzee an ape a son a sea eagle a cheetah a black bear and a lamb in various periods, reflecting unusual companions kept by troops.
Cleared Up To Maintain Prosperity We Must Spend
Editorial mocks misplaced priorities as it argues national prosperity requires spending while individual prosperity comes from saving, concluding the point is clearly made.
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Detroit News
Coastline density of Australia compared to continents
Australia has about one mile of coastline for every 333 square miles of land, the smallest proportion among continents. This coastal extent reflects Australia’s vast interior and island geography influencing global coastline comparisons.
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Australia
Da Gama Pioneered India Voyage From Europe
Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama, active 1460s to 1524, completed the first sea route from Europe to India via the Cape of Good Hope, marking a milestone in exploration and opening maritime trade links.
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Vasco da Gama
Europe
India
Cape of Good Hope
Reward Offered for Bounty Fund Evasion
A hundred dollar reward is offered to any nonofficer who arrests and helps convict anyone illegally collecting bounty funds. The notice is from the Madison National Forest Sheep Growers Association and appears in the Adv. 114m edition.
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Madison National Forest Sheep Growers Assn
An Egoist's Love
A brief wry note from the San Francisco Chronicle observes that an egoist seeks self-regard, implying that self-admiration sustains his social standing while others may not reciprocate affection.
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San Francisco Chronicle
A Message to Elderly People
A Dorchester Iowa reader praises Foley Pills diuretic for restoring health strength and comfort and urges others to use them. The ad claims satisfaction guaranteed and notes sale by Geo M Gosman successor to Potts.
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Landon Baker
Dorchester
Iowa
Geo. M. Gosman
Potts
Tribune Print Shop Ad Barely Fit for Rug Use
Old newspapers for use under carpets and rugs or other purposes, for sale at the Tribune Print Shop.
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Tribune
Reward Offered for Sheep Thief and Camp Robber Convictions
The Madison National Forest Sheep Growers association offers a reward of 260 dollars for the conviction of any sheep thief and a reward of 100 dollars for the conviction of any camp robber.
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Madison National Forest Sheep Growers’ Association
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