Plan to Reach Bronson Beta Sparks Doomsday Mission
David Ransdell arrives in New York carrying photo plates for Dr. Cole Hendron while Tony Drake visits the Hendrons. Hendron warns Bronson Alpha and Bronson Beta threaten Earth with Bronson Beta passing and Bronson Alpha colliding, prompting the League of the Last Days to fund a Space Ship to reach Bronson Beta.
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David Ransdell
New York
South Africa
Lord Rhondin
Professor Bronson
Cole Hendron
Tony Drake
Hendrons
Ransdell
Eve Hendron
Tony
Hendron
Bronson
League of the
Hendren
Space Ship Hope in a World on the Edge
In a war scarred era, nations debate mass relocation to a Mississippi basin frontier, while Hendren's labs push atomic propulsion for a moon mission. Tony, Eve, and scientists race into a perilous future as waves flood cities and society recalibrates with fixed prices and mass emigration.
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Mississippi
Kansas City
Misssissippi Valley
Eve
Tony
Hendron
England
Lon
Unclear historical remarks on wartime power outages and policy shifts
Fragmentary report notes prolonged outages lasting five or six days and widespread sabotage. It contrasts Allied responses with the United States, Australia, Canada, South Africa, and France, describing political maneuvering and shifting cabinets amid a strained national mood.
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Been- Jsr Bes Don
Australia
Canada
United States
South Africa
Making Emery Wheels From Shellac and Rubber
Emery wheels can be made by mixing about one ounce of shellac to a pound of emery. Use finely powdered shellac and add a small portion of rosin, a piece about the size of a walnut, to an ounce of shellac, and a piece of old vulcanized India rubber about the same size to give toughness. These are well mixed and melted together.
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Hendron Laboratories
Tony
Hendron
Michigan
New Mexico
Hendren
Eve
Bronson
Nolay
League
Greenwich
Connecticut
Mrs. Drake
Unknown airman wins by luck at crowded air race
The aerodrome overflowed with spectators awaiting the finish of a major air race. The winner, an unknown airman, greeted by officials, claimed luck helped him break the record after discovering moments earlier how to stop the engine.
Replacement Blinks Plans a New Car
Blinks comments on quickly replacing worn out parts of the old car. Jinks replies that Blinks is lucky, while Blinks notes he is kept busy with repairs and a few more bumps will give the car a streamline effect.
A Respectful Skeptic Squabble Over Washington’s Truth
A quoted exchange features Senator Sorgum challenging the idea that George Washington always spoke the truth. He counters that assuming perfect candor would undermine Washington’s accomplishments as a statesman and diplomat.
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George Washington
Senator Sorghum
Evolution Question Divides Senate Debate
In a spirited exchange Senator Sorghum quips about belief in evolution. He says belief is hard to reconcile with changing human nature, likening the task to "making a man out of a monkey" versus "a monkey out of a man." The remark reflects the era’s debate over science and personal responsibility in public discourse.
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Senator Sorghum
Tll
Anticipated Mis Wife Bargains Over Wardrobe
A humorous dialogue sketch centers on a wife lamenting she has nothing to wear for her new car, while Titus Tightwad suggests closing curtains to hide old rags as they discuss the outfit. The scene captures light domestic comedy through snappy exchanges.
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Titus
Proclivities and the Right to Life Debate
A debate excerpt features Senator Sorghum replying to a claim about the right to life and liberty. The dialogue contrasts universal rights with a claim that some individuals cannot enjoy life without engaging in violent activity with machine guns.
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Senator Sorghum
Going to Extremes in a Temperamental Kitchen
A humorous exchange highlights unpredictable cooking temperaments with quips about angel cake and devil’s food. The lighthearted dialogue contrasts two cooks whose moods swing between sweet and fiery in the kitchen.
Pompous Man Taunts Reader Over Dime Novel Habits
A brief, humorous exchange recalls a pompous man challenging a reader who was told he would not amount to anything for reading dime novels. The Cheerful Puncturer questions why the reader persisted.
Motor Mishap Knocked Lamps Off in Odd Exchange
A clipped news item describes a tense exchange where a chauffeur warns a woman that the car axle is sprung and mud guards bent, claiming her husband is injured. The conversation shifts to comments about new lamps, framing a curious, momentary domestic scene.
Senator Sorghum Echoes Love Of Microphones
Senator Sorghum muses on speaking to crowds, joking about a fondness for microphones. He notes how their appearance recalls classic oratory and even the expressions of some of his less attentive listeners.
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Senator Sorghum
Considerate hospitality at a distant reception rule
A dialogue features Mise Jayennw stating that inviting a lady to stay away from her own reception is perfectly proper. The tactic avoids guest embarrassment if they feel awkward about the furniture and house decor during the event.
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Mise
So Sorry Yrafie Officer Whats the matter ith you
The driver explains he is well but his tag line is dead, prompting a quip about the officer. The fragment hints at a comic miscommunication or malfunction involving a vehicle or transport scenario.
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Agline
Tailored Frock for Little Lady Pattern 2041
Pattern 2041 offers a smart dress for young girls with a double collar long sleeves or puffed short sleeves. It features closed pleats from the half yoke to hem and a back bow belt. Simple to make, sizes 4 6 8 10 12, requires 3% yards of 36 inch fabric and % yard contrast. Send 15 cents to Sewing Circle Pattern Dept New York City.
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Alzo
Sewing Circle Pattern Department
West Seventeenth Street
New York City
Political Exchange Rouses Audience At Gathering
A heated exchange sparked by a speaker who mocked opponents by saying ridiculing ideas mirrors the camel. The rival countered that the remark likely targets the ostrich with the eye through a needle gag.
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Orator
Ludlaw Advertiser
Poor Investment by The Nature Lover in Tree Bird Houses
A terse exchange mocks the idea of placing bird houses in trees. Titus Canby questions rent collection and the practicality of adding bird houses as a scheme.
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Titus Canby
Personal Viewpoint on the Coming Election Question
Senator Sorghum expresses apathy about the upcoming election. He wonders what the election will do to him, noting little personal impact anticipated and signaling a skeptical, inward focus on political change.
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Sorghum
Hag your horse a good disposition quote
Farmer Corntesel remarks that a horse will be calmer if not worried by its owner. The exchange centers on the idea that a horse reflects its handler's nerves, implying mutual influence between farmer and animal. The line captures a rural, humorous observation of temperament and relations.
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Farmer Corntessel
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