The Trap Door Mystery on the Pittsburg Express
Lawrence Blakeley travels to Pittsburg to obtain deposition from John Gimore in a case tied to forged notes. On a perilous night on a roof and a perilous rescue, he encounters a woman in blue linked to his partner and faces a missing trapdoor, a near murder, and a tense surveillance as Johnson the detective seeks clues.
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Lawrence Blakeley
Pittsburg
Thonson
John Gimore
Cir
Hiss
Makeley
Getlres
Tain
Blakeley
Carter Place
Alison West
der Minar
Euphemia
Mrs. Klopton
Eliza
Shaw
Arms
Robison
Ilo
Johnson
Mr. Blakeley
The Cinematograph Chapter xr Night Walk and Mystery
The narrator and McKnight leave a locked city house after a night of events. They explore stairs and a kitchen while recalling a past intruding sight at the window. McKnight confesses curiosity about a prior visit and the unseen figure, hints of a warning, and a ghostly presence.
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McKnight
Mckider
Richey
Toever
Vande Ville
Necessity for Providing Pigs Comfortable Quarters
Article stresses winter pig care, arguing warm, dry, ventilated pens with bedding improve growth and reduce losses. It cites trials showing outside shelter under cold conditions, ample exercise, and sun exposure as vital. Warmth, ventilation, exercise, feed balance, and clean bedding are key to sow and piglet comfort and productivity.
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Fondina
China
Oldest Quaker City House Erected in Philadelphia 1692
The article notes a brick house at American and Front streets in Philadelphia as the city’s oldest dwelling, with two exposed bricks and heavy timber framing. It hints at its historic owners, including Samuel Mickel, who once opposed Benjamin Franklin’s printing project.
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Philindelphia Philadetite
Philadelphia
Tory Leart
Mlentiona
Samuel Mickel
Benjamin Franklin
The Love of Adventure and Youthful Humor
A discussion of boyhood vitality and the value of curiosity as a path to wisdom. The piece contrasts virtuous play with risky curiosity, noting how humor can protect or harm a growing mind. It mentions Miss Fane and references to juvenile personalities and social observations of childhood behavior.
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Seven Seas
Fife
Raising Fuel for Household
An 1890s farm advisory argues small woodlots can supply household fuel annually with careful management. Promote thinning, remove dead wood, re seed bare areas and favor valuable species like oak and pine while discarding poor yielding trees. Forests boost climate, soil, and air quality, justifying farmer responsibility.
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Salem
Maas
Land renting risks soil power says agriculture expert
W J Spillman, in charge of farm management at the Bureau of Plant Industry, warns that short leases for pasture use to grow rain for market reduce soil productivity. He argues domestic animals with well managed pastures and rotation lead to permanent profitable farming. Landowners should offer longer leases and stock farms with full domestic animal herds to reward intelligent management.
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W. J. Spillman
Bureau of Plant Industry
Washington
Sheep Raising Gains Ground Amid Low Prices
The article notes sheep farming growing in popularity despite weak mutton prices and sluggish wool demand. It highlights that many see sheep as a stable, profitable option in a challenging market.
Steer Profit Drama at Yaya Farm and Home
A thin steer weighed 1 500 pounds live and 800 pounds dressed with a dressing percentage of 62. The article highlights this steer as an example of profitable feeding, noting a broad beed, straight level back and clean appearance as key traits.
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Yaya Farm
Famous War Artist Melton Prior Dies in London
Melton Prior, famed war artist and longtime London News correspondent, died in London after a career documenting 26 campaigns and revolutions. His work spanned Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe, earning him renown for faithful portrayals of scenes, people, and battles from Khartum to South Africa and Japan.
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Melton Prior
London News
London
Eng
Melton Priter
Campilena
Revolution
Thera
Prairies
West
Pampas
South America
Jungles
Africa
Eteppes
Sissia
Corea
Japan
Kent
Devonshire
Ile
Muela
Poer
South Africa
Ife
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Lee
Johnsen
Lairae
Lawrence
Poland
Adventure
Jesheton
Anne
Blaise
Battersea
Fane
Dondher
Enn Wacegi
Alwart
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