Timanyoni Ditch Scheme Recalls Bank Cashier Saga
In Brewster a former bank cashier and fiancé of Verda Hichlender, Smith, returns to a high stakes plot led by Colonel Baldwin to salvage a mired construction venture as promoter Stanton and crew scramble to explain derailments and rival schemes. Smith contemplates joining the plan and faces risk if he balks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bynopsia
J. Montague Bulth
Lawrenceville Bank and Trust Company
Med Bachelor Society
Verda Hichlender
Watrons Dunham
Sealth
Rocky Mountains
John Smith
Oes
Smith
Catonel Baldwin
Caldwin
Company’s Inn
Farmway
Dadny
Mr. Smith
Timanyoni
Dexter Baldwin
Ditch plot unfolds as colonel’s scheme tackled by spies
The fragment shows a tense exchange about a ditch project and attempted stock sales. A banker and a spy discuss who can help derail the colonel and prevent him from raising funds. The tale hints at Eastern capitalists plotting to steal irrigation ditch rights, with John Smith acting decisively in the next installment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drake
Hils
Dem
John Smith
War to Benefit Africans and Other Anecdotes
A collection of clipped items discusses African labor and potential postwar impact, noting Africans returning educated and ready to advance civilization, with remarks on regional development. Also included are brief anecdotes on Samuel Grindstone and a geological discovery of ancient seeds, plus guidance on giving advice with genuine sympathy and a sage gargle recipe for relief.
Beginning Early
A reader dialogue shows a boy resisting girls at school while his father and mother consider adding a little sister. The son notes he can handle travel home alone and dislikes girls tagging after him despite gifts. The exchange conveys early 20th century family dialogue and social expectations.
An Explanation of Charlotte’s Dinner Pledge
A short tale notes Charlotte taught to say grace before meals. At a friend’s dinner the three year old Brad dock bows his head and says Amen, God, Charlotte’s pone.
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Charlotte
Charlot
Braddock
Animals II War Elements in World War Animals
ANIMALS II WAR! Elephants and sea gulls figure in World War tales. Dogs and horses aid troops, pigeons carry dispatches, and sea gulls save a British cruiser from a German submarine. Italy expands timber reserves in Calabria to fuel trenches. A Swedish steel air scout with 100 hp, 3,000 ft climb, and 100 mph speed debuts.
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Astorian
West Africa
British War Office
Ghermany
Austria
Russia
Paris
Italy
Sila
Calabria
Forest of
Wild Life on St John Island Heritage and Birds
St John Island stands as the Virgin Islands’ best preserved pre Columbus landscape with mountain forests home to native birds like wild pigeons and parrots. It was a Carib stronghold, now extinct, leaving nearly perfect hieroglyphs carved on mountain rocks.
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St. John Island
St. John
Virgin Islands
Ita
Vitamins in Bread Preservation Cited by Report
A report warns bicarbonate of sodium in bread making is deleterious as it converts to carbonate that destroys vitamins. It suggests countering with acid substances like buttermilk or cream of tartar and urges growing and importing vegetables and soft fruits. Tents may aid gardens during wet summers.
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Africa
France
England
North America
North Ammerica
War Department
Philadelphis Ledger
Isaiah's call to service in the old testament era
The July 1 lesson frames Isaiah as a reformer in 8th century BC Jerusalem. It details Isaiah’s vision of the Lord in the temple, his cleansing and calling, and the king's commission to speak to Israel. The guide links the vision to contemporary Christian duty and social justice within a divine program of justice and righteousness.
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Isaiah
Ayziah
Manasseh
Jerusalem
Kingdom of
Israel
God
Christ
Uzziah
Temple
Jehovah's
Heavenly Palace
Jesus
Nineveh
Tyre
Where We Fail in Honor to Talent and Genius
A Christian Herald commentary argues that society honors talent and genius openly while withholding moral commitment. It contends that people resist higher aims, cling to familiar idols, and deny new prophets, choosing to honor old bones as they bury new visions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Herald
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Boosts Homemaker Laundry
Millions of good housewives use Red Cross Ball Blue to renew old clothes. Each year sales rise as friends spread the word. Ask your grocer for Red Cross Ball Blue to make garments look like new.
Surprise by a Woman Lawyer Anna Moscowitz in Court
Anna Moscowitz, a successful New York City woman lawyer, is depicted in the American Magazine as facing initial patronizing attitudes from opponents and jurists. She wins case after case, prompting rivals to take more care, while court observers question a woman's role. A notable incident features a lawyer underestimating her, then later conceding with a handshake and renewed readiness.
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Anna Moscowitz
New York City
Miss Moscowit
New York
Miss Moscowics
Freckles removal claim touts otcine double strength
The ad promises removal of freckles using otcine double strength, claiming one ounce from your druggist, applied night and morning, will lighten severe freckles and clear skin. It pledges money back if freckle removal fails. Also notes Swiss alcohol production advances and a humorous cartoon caption set.
Have you decided where you will go this summer
Mr Cumrox asks about summer travel plans while hoping his wife and daughters favor the "see America first" idea and enjoy acquainting themselves with the old home during summer time.
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Francis Lynde
Col. Baldwin
Sim
Bartley
Williams
Baldwin
John
Hitlereet
Jing Cho
Brewster
Baldwin Ranch
Stith
Corona Haldwin
Misa Baldwie
Daddy
Waltlog
Mrs. Baldwin
Corena
Smithsonian
Timanyou
Homer
Tye
Jose
Will
Gloria
Lake Topaz
Hopkin House
Hillcrest
Crawford Stanton
Lanterby
Smpton
Aso
Roun Will
Sting
Boogerfield
Bat
Maxwell
Faintfinder
Dougherty
Shaw
Stanton
Lonterby
Samuel Grindstone
Grindstone
Bing
W. Oliver
Lancashire
Animals
WAR
von Porat
E. 0. Sellers
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Switzerland
Gampel
Viege
Thusis
Chevres
Confederation
Lonza Concern
Margery
Bobby Bumps
Cartoons Magazine
Sour
Doans
Mr Dent
Doan
Buffalo, N.Y
Daisy Fly Killer
Eee
Hunt
Falia
Tetter
AD Micheeds Co
Searman
Ieee Seng
Fort Wayne
Indianapolii
Indianapolls News
Fletcher
Post Office Department
War Office
Ganna
Erie
Petialaes
W. S
B. MacLachlan
Mls
Indieoepelia
Fod
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