Gift of the Desert excerpt chronicles Deborah Meager’s perilous escape
On a southern desert ranch Deborah Meager faces forced marriage after her husband’s death. A simpson-husband claims control, a justice of the peace arranges a wedding, and Deborah flees with the Frisco Kid who reveals himself as Nantel Kelleen. They ride into the desert seeking safety.
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Nopsie
Maager
Deborah Meredith
Bob Méager
Meager
Simpson
Deborah
Justicia
Cornelis Garrity
Bowot
Atma Menger
Kia
Nantel Kelleen
Deamert
Kallean
Frisco Kid Among Outlaws In Hidden Canyon
Deborah hides as two horsemen scout a canyon. They debate the Frisco Kid’s true nature and possible role in a border bootlegging plot. A looming confrontation with the suspected outlaw tests trust and courage.
Shadowed Valley Trust and Threats Unfolding
Deborah hides in a cliff valley as Randall Kelleen plays guard and ally to her captors. The Mexican scouts, alerted by Kelleen, drift away to wait for the Cnasebeer gang while Deborah debates trust and escape. A sudden hand grips her as fear surges.
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Calabasis
Senor
Deborah
Kelleer
Bob Menger
Sanchez
Eve
Menger
Kelleen
Hidden Tunnel Guardian Turns on Deborah in Jungle Trap
Deborah endures a brutal assault and is left bleeding and unconscious in a veiled jungle tunnel. A lone assailant, then a wary guardian, waits with a rifle, watching the valley for any sign of Kelleen or rescue. The scene hints at danger, loyalty, and a perilous reunion to come.
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Thia
Deborah
Sanchez
Jose
Caget Eer
Banchez
Menger
Bob
Casebeer
Ville
Frinco
H-L
Daniel Kellean
Ghia “Frisco Kid
Kelleen
Pupils’ Chalk Mark Prank Leads to Quiet Promotion
Several pupils in action No. 45 caused a fuss by chalking each other’s clothing. An older pupil guided them to the principal, where a seven year old, nervous yet honest, explained he read the Twenty third Psalm at home. The principal did not scold him and promptly promoted him to the next grade.
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Action No
Indianapolis
Tall
Legion's National Chaplain Ezra Clemans Remembered as Padre
Ezra Clemans, national chaplain of the American Legion, earned the title Padre on the Mexican border and served as chaplain in World War I. A Minnesota pastor and former district superintendent, he preached to many troops, lent thousands to service members, and helped fund church construction and retired ministers' care. He rose from Shattuck School alumnus to leading Legion chaplains in Minnesota and nationwide.
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Ezra ©. Clemans
American Legion
Veterana’ Organization
Olemann
Ile
Shattuck
Minnesota
Faribault Guards
Nfa
Clemane
One Hundred and Thirty-sixth Infantry
Seventh Aviation Center
Aunalt
United States
Fifty-eighth Infantry
Ber
Minnesota National Guard
Cleans
Clemans
A. E
Elgil Itte
Owatonna
Minn
Pasporte
Chaylain Clemans
M. Hi
Legion
Calhoun
Chaplin
Vernens
Chapains
Finds Jobs for Many Veterans in Kansas City
The Ameri can Legion employment committee reports 4194 jobs found for veterans in Kansas City Missouri with at least 400 men in permanent positions. Nearly 1000 positions are permanent. others are short term, helping veterans retain self respect and avoid charity.
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Kansas City
The
American Legion
Legion
Marker erected for Pershing birthplace in Tennessee
A marker honoring Mrs Pérshing, mother of Gen John J Pershing, was placed near Maryville Tennessee by American Legion members. The tablet stands at the site of the old log cabin that served as the leader’s mother’s home. A special ceremony with prominent Legion figures marked the dedication, though attendance was marred by a noisy interruption.
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Mrs. Pérshing
John J. Pershing
Maryville
Tenn
American Legion
Lydia E. Pinkham Remedy Praised in Virginia Letter
Mrs H Li Bradford of Phoebus Virginia testifies after using Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound for twenty years noting relief from hot flashes insomnia and nervous irritability. She invites inquiries via her testimonial and urges women to consider a fair trial. Available through druggists nationwide.
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Phoebus
Virginia
Tara
H. Li
Bradford
Armstead Street
Sala
Éruggiata
Scalped the man in Gaelic football tale with wig mishap
A Scottish footballer nicknamed Wigsly kept a bald head hidden under a cap and wig. In a match a redhot shot knocked off the wig and cap, prompting the player to cry out in astonishment, Guid heavens I ve scalped the moni.
Ays Aye Professor Whaut Eye Trouble Riddle
The reader is asked about the commonest eye ailment, answering Yes eye related punny riddle with a playful exchange, noting a student asks about a condition and a playful response hints at “Myopia” as a frequent eye problem.
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