Man waits orders as romance unfolds at Old Point Comfort
Randolph reads telegrams on a hotel piazza at Old Point Comfort where his father arranges a marriage. He meets Marjorie Carson, daughter of the household, and their wary exchanges reveal a forbidden attraction. A telegram hints the plan may fail as emotions deepen.
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Rulers in Switzerland Are the People Not Great Leaders
The article argues that Swiss citizens view great intellects as scientists and writers, not political rulers. It notes most Swiss do not know their own president, caring about politics but deeming leadership in Switzerland unimportant. Only the Swiss people are seen as rulers.
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Switzerland
Agassiz
de Saussure
United States
Everybody’s Magazine
Age of Birds Reveals Longevity Across Common Species
An English newspaper report suggests vegetarianism claims wobble as study shows meat eating birds tend to live longer. Notable lifespans include crow 100 eagle 100 raven 100, swan 100, parrot 60 pelican 60 crane 24 nightingale 18 skylark 30 and wren 3 years.
When Boston Was Young Book Details 1817 Travel and Politics
A 1817 publication notes steamer fare from New York to New London at $7 including board for 140 miles and twenty one hours. It claims Boston not yet a city due to fears of corporate power limiting liberty and describes Boston as headquarters of federalism in politics and Unitarianism in the region.
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Boston
New York
New London
Conn
Lost Jewel on Ship Sparks Swindle Over Diamond Heist
On a voyage from South Africa to New York an English cockney and a Hindu clashed over a diamond believed stolen from a cock or hen in a coop. A lottery to prize the diamond from the chickens failed, amid suspicions of trickery. The tale ends with both men meeting in Central Park, unaware of any resolution.
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South Africa
New York
Rit
Kimberley
Central Park
S. Hunter Halsey
Arapahoe Johnny Saga Reveals Heir to Philadelphia Estate
A Leavenworth tale recounts Arapahoe Johnny, a sixteen year old drummer who, after a western captivity, learns he is Norman Fanning, heir to a Philadelphia estate. A Philadelphia lawyer explains the lineage and the pending claim, with the boy weds the captain's daughter after education in Philadelphia and West Point, ending as a mystery of a drummer and a captain's daughter romance.
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Leavenworth, Kan
Arapahoe
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Fort Leavenworth
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Baltimore
Philadelphia
Johnny
Norman Fanning
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Maurice
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Norman Vanning
West Point
Jove
Port Leavenworth
Edmond Compton
Pacific Wash Sprays Show Best Results on San Jose Scale
Oregon experiment station reports extensive trials on San Jose scale using mixtures including commercial products. Entomologist Cordley finds the standard lime sulphur and salt spray superior across two seasons, with salt omitted performing nearly as well in 1904, but less effective in 1905.
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Pacific Wash
Oregon Experiment Station
San Jose
Cordley
Barley Cultivation Details From Farming Editorial
Barley needs deeper plowing and thorough ground preparation than wheat. Follow barley after a well fertilized heed crop or after alfalfa or rot crops for excellent yields. Matures in about 100 days from seeding and requires a rich warm seed bed with ample plant nutrients as a surface feeding crop.
Homeseeker's Excursion to Northwest and Southwest
Ex cursion tickets at greatly reduced rates are on sale to the territory indicated above. Standard and Tourist Sleeping Cars Free Reclining Chair Cars and The Best of Everything. For dates of late and full particulars apply to agents Chicago North Western Railway.
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Homeseeker
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Excursion Tickets to St Paul Minneapolis May 28 to 31
Excursion tickets to St Paul Minneapolis via the North Western line will be sold May 28 to 31 inclusive. Return until June 9 inclusive. Tickets available through Chicago North Western Railway agents.
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Federation of ‘Women’s Clubs
Champaign
Northwestern
Chicago & North-Western R'y
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St. Paul
Minneapolis Kansas City
Omaha
Council Bluffs
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