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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1916

Page

5

War warning at Wagstaff household in looming conflict

Georgy Wagstaff and Ethel Willoughby are entwined in a web of secrets as German spy Streetman probes Sir George Wagstaff for admiralty papers. Amid tea and flirtation, Capt Larry Redmond learns of looming war while news from Sir George signals Germany has declared war with Russia and France mobilizes to aid Russia.

Georgy Wagstaff Sir George Admiralty J& Halson Ethel Willoughby Henry Streetman Ethel Brewster Aergica Streetman Roeder Aling Brewster Sir George Wagstaff Waestam Charlie Brown New York Europe Guy Falconer Cuba Charile Guy Larry Redmond Irish Guards Berlin Germany Rossia France Russia

For King and Country Awakens a Nation in War

Captain Redmond learns Winston Churchill’s resignation and England’s fleet move as Britain braces for war. Ethel Willoughby conceives a plan to aid from home while Guy Falconer and Georgy Wagstaff rally to enlistment. Larry Redmond and Ethel discuss a perilous role for her, united by duty and romance.

Larry Redmond Quy Falconer Larry Guy Jalda Georgy Wagstaff Sir George Georgy Wagstaff Guy Falconer Ethel England War Office Redmond Miss Wroughby Admiralty

A Betrayed Innocent Girl Seeks Vengeance in New Installment

The tale follows Ethel as she confronts betrayal and channels its shock into a determined pursuit of retribution. This installment continues the intense examination of passion and murder sparked by a single act in the lives of ordinary people.

Ethel

Beg pardon Miss Willoughby A Gentleman to See You

Ethel Willoughby awaits Henry Streetman’s return with Brewster the butler announcing him in flawless style. Streetman climbs the stairs as Ethel seeks to outwit her betrayer, hoping for crucial information to aid Larry and England. Captain Redmond facilitates her plan and prays for her safety.

Miss Willoughby Brewater George Roeder Ethel Willoughby Henry Streetman Larry Brewster Redmond Ethel England

Two Dogs Escape after a Week Buried Deep in Earth

In Kansas City two dogs belonging to boys from Rosedale survived 168 hours buried 15 feet underground with no food or water. After a failed rescue, one returned home weak but alive, followed days later by the other, which had dug its way to freedom. Both drank milk and then ate eagerly.

Kansas City Rosedale Hoys Buring Cme Mberty

Bull Killed After Lengthy Farm Battle in Milton

On James Best's farm near Milton an enraged bull fatally attacked a Jersey he was fattening. The four year old James Fetter escaped unharmed as his mother fled with him. Best, Merritt Best and neighbors tried to subdue the animal until Angus Fairchild shot and killed it after a long confrontation.

Milton James Best Jersey Market Best James Fetter Best Merritt Young Best

Vermillion Donkey Declared Public Nuisance

Donkey in Vermillion caused nightly disturbances prompting a city council session. After petitions and debate the council split evenly until Mayor Lyons cast the deciding vote, exiling the animal from city limits. C. H. Grange the owner faced a public nuisance ruling to remove the donkey.

City Council Cty Council Lyons C. H. Grange Vermillion

Dinner Costs 120 Dollars for Two Rabbits

Albert and Joseph Argen faced a fine for violating the game law after two rabbits were served at dinner costing 60 dollars each. They pleaded guilty and paid a heavy penalty.

Sparkshill Albert Joseph Argen

Made a Mess of It Social Evening Improvised Joke

A woman sang for guests during a social evening. A meek imu at the side is teased about the song. The man claims the singer is his wife and cracks a joke about the author of the song. The moment highlights playful banter and social awkwardness.

Imu Tam Argonaut

Cuticura Soap Ad Promises Quick Skin Relief

A vintage advertisement urges readers to bathe with Cuticura Soap and hot water to cleanse and purify, dry lightly, apply Cuticura Ointment, and promises instant itching relief, pimples, dandruff removal, scalp irritations, and healing of rough hands. Free samples offered by mail from Cuticura Dept Ly Boston.

Dept Boston Ady

Two College Grads Question Governor on Proposal to Fo

Two college graduates query the governor about a business proposition, noting the governor’s reply that the firm could not use the graduate unless it opened a dace academy as an alde line.

Swat

Castoria Reminder Highlights 30 Years In Use

A vintage notice urges mothers to examine every bottle of Castoria, the remedy for infants and children, to ensure it bears the claim In Use for Over 30 Year. It notes children call for Fletcher's Castoria.

Fletcher

Modern Child Seeks Taffy Amid Headache Pause

A child asks to make taffy as a father declines with a migraine. Tom counters that silence may be broken by noise if they abstain. The fragment references names and places and ends with an odd doctor’s note about a trial package in Buffalo.

tHomma Tom

Mr. Gloom's Triumph In Kansas City Star style

On the day after the election J Fuller Gloom pressed for the name of Selander K Billinger's vice president while jeering patriots who confessed their ignorance. The Kansas City Star notes the scene as Gloom accused opponents of humiliation and demanded information amid political tension.

Mr. Gloom J. Fuller Gloom Selander K. Billinger Kasas ‘City Star

Excessive Fashion Demands Highlight Age's Extravagance

The Ohio State Journal notes a shift in consumer taste as a girl moves from a few garments to a larger, almost sextet or octet wardrobe. This commentary argues that such marked consumption reflects the era's broader extravagance and changing standards of fashion.

Ohio State Journal

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