Makers of Maps and the Texas Question in Washington
In a heated Washington discussion, John Calhoun contemplates Texas annexation and a broader American reach. Dr. Samuel Ward warns of danger, while Calhoun plots a bold plan using a decisive ally, possibly a powerful woman, amid English diplomacy and looming war.
Calhoun Seeks War Strategy Over Maps and Women
In a heated exchange, Calhoun dismisses pacifist cautions and argues war may come, preferring to push for Texas and Oregon deals via Pakenham. He claims the map of the United States rests under a counterpane and vows to fight, using any means necessary.
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Calhoun
Pakenham
Lord Aberdeen
Aberdeen
England
Ward
John
Texas
John Calhoun
Oregon
Sam Ward
Kisa
Ruip
Celhoun
Polk
Baronees von Ritz
Wardlett
Aiction
Staten
America
M Street
Sir Richard
United States
Dr. Ward
Ham
Fyter
Agalp Todas
Stu
Tasin
Dar
Oman
Pakenhia
Mexico
Enilesa
Jobo
Stich
Helena von Ritz
Ward Calhoun
Coman
Investigation on Charges Against Biggun
A member of the Investigating committee says no formal inquiry has been completed yet. The informal meeting concluded that Biggun cannot be found guilty based on current findings.
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State of the Mighty
Biggun
Riead
Fate and Opportunity in the Market Tale
In a fragmentary sketch, a caller seeks fate and a chance meeting. A servant carries a message about a bazaar where opportunity seems wasted as a collision of shop talk and missed signs unfolds.
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Opportunity
Flnrper
Are You Sick OF Ailing? Res. Mouse Rilla Curative
An advertising claim extols a product called res. mouse rilla as possessing genuine curative powers for a wide range of ailments. It asserts the remedy has operated for over thirty years, with legions of benefited users and testimonies of improved health and relief from suffering. A bottle is encouraged today.
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Calhoun
Jackson
Aliix
Jim Polk
Tennessee
Dona Lucrezia
Legation
Mexico
Austria
Dr. Ward
England
America
Budapest
Hungary
Washington
Mr. Ward
Enghind
Lucrezia
Senor Vecurrio
Gen
Almonten
Richard
They Both Knew A Fool’s Insight in Royal Mock
A Smart Set line recalls a king and his fool who exchange mock wisdom. The fool’s joke about a king’s boast yields laughter as the king later faces a costly error. The parable underscores that truth can reside in folly and vice versa.
Cuticura Cures Infant Skin Ailment After Months of Breakouts
Mrs F. E Harmen of Atoka Tennessee reports a six month infant with head and face rashes spreading to arms and hands. After failed ointments and medicine, use of Cuticura products rescues skin in three days and restores hair, with full recovery after two bottles of Resolvent and multiple soap and ointment applications.
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F. FE. Harmen
R. FD
Atoka
Tenn
1910
Life's Varied Interests
A fragmentary exchange hints at weather, conversation, and a librarian visiting a house to give it a soul. The quoted banter suggests a light, social moment amid uncertain conditions. The piece reads as a vignette with characters unnamed and setting improvised.
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