Spy from Washington Causes Crisis in Philadelphia
Captain Seaton reveals Daniel Sparrow is a traitor posing as a Washington messenger. The committee weighs arrest as Franklin Rush Morris and Lenton confront the risk to their secret expedition against Tory forces and the Montgomery Tories. Franklin orders urgent action while suspicions rise about trusted allies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Witherspoon
Morris
Seaton
Schuylkill
Germantown
van Deering’s Mill
Philadelphia
Rush
Washington
New York
Daniel Sparrow
Lenton
Tam
Jacob Eastcourt
Gen. Washington
Franklin
Dr. Rush
Robert Morris
Jacob Hastcourt
Spy Capture and Royalist Plot Unfolds in Schuylkill Expedition
Major arrest of Adam Noonan reveals dispatches from Washington and a network of Royal Scouts led by Kirk Fagan. Lieutenant Roderic Douglas identifies Noonan, exposes forged papers, and traces plans to strike near the Giant's Bite. The improvised force heads toward Valley Creek to thwart Tory operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Noonan
Philadelphia
Washington
Wiliam Howe
Royal Scouts
Kirk Fagan
Montgomery
Chester County
Morris
Adam Noonay
Daniel Sparrow
Seaton
Douglas
Sir William
Old Hancody
Jack Adams
Eastcourt
Schuylkill
Hey Creek
Kirk Tagan
Valley Creek
State House
Stobert Morris
Roderic Douglas
Outlaws Trapped at Bite After Night of Drunken Revelry
Seaton and Douglas corner the outlaw band at the Bite amphitheater after a nighttime raid. The Tories, half drunk and unarmed, are captured with only two killed in the sweep. Fagan lies among the dead, bound and guarded as dawn nears. The scene ends with prisoners secured and a plan to move at daybreak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seaton
Kirk Fagan
Douglas
Battle With An Eagle On A Moving Locomotive In Pennsylvania
An Ontario and Western train near Poyntelle, Pennsylvania, encountered a giant bald eagle on the track. The pilot struck the bird, the fireman wrestled it from the running board, and the two men fought to subdue the bird. The eagle, seven feet wingspan and four feet tall, was finally secured and measures described as a splendid monarch of American birds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario and Western Railway
Poyntelle
Dreman
Freman
How to Avoid Seasickness
A narrator recalls an old voyage tip from a cabin steward. He notes seasickness has no cure and endorses a dry light diet of bread and fruit to keep the stomach clean, avoiding heavy or spicy foods. The anecdote frames practical dietetic advice as sound guidance.
Restrictions Lock Baden Roads for Motorists
In Baden no mechanical vehicle may travel the roads until a driver files a declaration with central authorities. After a lengthy investigation he is granted permission to use a specific pre deeded road. Bound by numerous restrictions the driver must comply with ongoing rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baden
Grand Duchy of Baden
Scolding Preacher Rebukes Unnecessary Pest
A grumbling preacher condemns a pest he deems needless, arguing it should be rejected by respectable people and not allowed to persist in the community.
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Ieeees
al Ea
Coen
Durance
Lieut
Oye
Trenton
Fenton
Pagan
Monmouth Pines
Noonan
Secundum Artem
Schaeffer & Ladd
Lockamire & Bergman
Hall & Son
Robert F. Rose
America
Chicago
Unity Building
S. C. Wolfe
Southwest Corner Public Square
Angola
Fremont
L. 8
M.S. R'y
AIR Line
Waterloo
Fort Wayne
A &T
Ft. Wayne
Auburn
Seneenaree
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