Former Gob Heir to $500,000 Estate in South Springs
Elsworth Jackett, ex guardian or former gob, was named heir to a $500,000 estate after his uncle Harry W. Wilson of South Springs died recently. Jackett did not announce retirement and immediately focused on collecting the estate rather than quitting work.
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Elmer
Harry W. Wilson
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Listen and Learn from Great Talkers
Advice on listening carefully to seasoned men to gain valuable information. Emphasizes using both ears and mind, evaluating ideas, researching important notions, and exercising the mind to be ready to produce when needed.
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John Binke
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Word Origins and Notable Quirks in Writing Materials
A jumble of notes on the etymology of pen ink and pencil traces origins from Latin penne to feather quills, encustum red ink, and a French route for ink. It cites Jod Tunkine on fame and rent, and Roskin on true composition, ending with a scientist allegedly growing square trees and a cheeky thought about applying it to people.
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Illustrations by Jai io h and Irving Batus in Nine
Chapter nine continues as Jenkins and the Shepherd share a scene in a cottage. Pauline runs a school for children of Italians and Poles, taught by a dedicated woman. The widow recalls past losses, warns against idle talk, and praises Pauline as a beacon of goodness while Blenkinsop contemplates the day’s quiet tasks.
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The Return of Old Selves at Bingville Christmas
In a Bingville Christmas scene Mr Blenkinsop visits Widow Moron with renewed happiness, noting that his Old Self has returned. The Shepherd and Judge Crocker discuss drunkenness, generosity, and a surgeon aid for the Shepherd. Mr Bing contemplates humility and the future of his family as the group departs in holiday spirit.
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Auctioneer as solution to teaching career ends tale
A Hoosier hotel room tale tells of two teachers at a convention arguing over life after teaching. A loud guest laughs and proposes the punch line that she could be an auctioneer. The piece then shifts to a quote about the Land of the Mind and literature as escape from dreary winter.
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Indianapolis News
Quirky Facts and Oddities from a Century Ago
A parade of miscellanies notes lavish Persian throne prices in London telephone numbers a high-altitude post office in Tibet and a predator sparing view of moles. It mentions a Worcester justice of the peace marrying 700 couples a Grieg sea fear and a Sulphur Rock Arkansas platinum find plus curios from John J. Sullivan’s Cleveland collection.
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Edvard Grieg
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Cookie exchange ends with misspoken apology
Jack visits Mrs. Smith who keeps a stash of cookies. He samples a blu cookie and asks for one to take home to his mother. Upon returning, he reports Mrs. Smith apologized but noted a bite was taken from the mother’s cookie. The narrative reflects on self restraint and the difficulty of accepting limits.
Saul the Boy Who Became the Apostle to the Gentiles
The lesson outlines Saul's early life in Tarsus and his home training under Deuteronomic instruction. It notes his upbringing in a Gentile city, education in Jerusalem under Gamaliel, and possible trade learning in Tarsus, shaping his later broad, tolerant ministry.
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Gideon and Trust in God Amid Life’s Maze
A devotional piece reflects on trust in God during life’s confusion and lists lessons such as self direction humility and gratitude. It cites Gideon and the angel at Ophrah from Judges and a verse from Ecclesiastes to underscore quiet strength and contentment.
Meet Each Other in Sunlit Grass and Grace
The text reflects a devotional thought by Rev. Andrew Murray on humbling littleness before God and treasuring mutual companionship. It contrasts “great sun runs” with grass that has all the sun it can hold while awaiting divine greatness, urging salt and light in shared life.
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Andrew Murray
House of Secrets play leaves leaders to share adventures
In a curious tale, a boy and girl watch a chaotic yet harmonious play at the House of Secrets. Afterward Master Thoughtfulness explains that happiness comes from shared effort, not leading alone, as the pair realize their joy lies in cooperation and helping others. The Courier notes many people craft a world together.
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Western Canada farms promise wealth with speedy wheat
A letter from Western Canada dated the 15th describes rapid wheat germination and seeding completion. Farmers rush to claim 160 acres near railways, aided by low Canadian government rail rates. Dairying, cattle, barley, corn, sunflowers and alfalfa thrive under favorable conditions, with silos planned across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta.
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Mie Weiter
Canada
Lifartiiion Avas
Wester Canada
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Saskatchewan
Alberta
Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root Promoted by Drugstore Ad
An old promotional piece touts Kilmer's Swamp Root as effective for liver and bladder issues, citing sworn statements and customer testimonials. It urges readers to send ten cents for a medium bottle and lists drugstores as retail points. The excerpt also includes unrelated lines about a choir scene with a child and household product mentions.
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Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
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