The Devil's Own A Romance of the Black Hawk War
Kirby pursues a stolen hoard as Rene and Sam flee along the Illinois river. A steamer carrying troops passes upriver with Kirby aboard likely seeking to reverse pursuit. The group hidden near a river bend discovers Amos Shrunk's abandoned craft and a concealed campsite, while tension between captor and captive escalates amid pursuit and shifting loyalties.
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Kirtry
Glue
Rene
Kirby
Beaucairs
Knox Semis
Pine
Knox
Tsix
Anya
Fey
Samm
Sheree
Tha
Marsen Kirby
John B. . Glover
Stra
Dover
Pree
Pete
Sam
Walt
Amos
Bhrunt
Bible Quotation Quirks and Inventions Profiled
A collage of notes on common misquotations from the Bible including sweat of thy face and Mary choosing that good part, with digressions on the Vulgate. The piece then covers inventor George H. Corliss and his Corliss engine, the notion of end‑of‑world forecasts, the term hooligan, a lawyer’s joke about juries, and odd household tips such as using iodine to hide scratches, all tied to short, quirky items from various sources.
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Mary
Martha
Marty Ayres
George Henry Corliss
Easton
Providence
Corliss
Mother Shipton
The Statute Knot and Weather Folklore From a 19th Century Piece
A fragment discusses the statute knot defined from earth’s circumference and a British admiralty knot, then shifts to weather lore. It notes horse chestnut leaves signaling fair weather and the scarlet pimpernel blooming only in sunshine, labeling them “poor man’s weather glass.”
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England
Mixed Wholesale and Retail Markets to Solve Cost of Living
United States Department of Agriculture outlines farm markets as wholesale and retail. It notes wholesale markets attract truck crops and large lots, while retail markets suit small producers and housewives shopping locally. It cautions that retail markets alone cannot drastically lower living costs and stresses location, hours, and farmer participation. It also mentions cooperative shipping as a simple form of organization for livestock markets.
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United States Department of Agriculturals
Bureau of Markets
United States Department of Agriculture
Two Kinds of Markets for Farmers Models
Two market types attract different farmers. Truck growers sell in large lots for quick cash. retail farmers market to housewives as a side line. Location matters for easy consumer reach. Mixed markets need regulated hours to avoid conflicts and encourage varied producer participation.
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Aetig
Beneficial Effects of Farmer Cooperatives in Livestock Marketing
Farmers across the country gain from forming marketing associations as profits shift from middlemen to growers. Cooperative managers improve methods and market knowledge, reducing losses from mistimed slaughter and glutted markets. Examples from Louisiana and southern towns show why waiting for favorable prices or selling live can prevent drastic price cuts.
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Tocdl
Louisiana
Fumigation of Comb Honey Practices for Beekeepers
Some beekeepers find fumigation of comb honey necessary to prevent damage by wax moths torque. Mines of sulphur or isulphid of carbon may be used with care. If disulphid of carbon is used, prevent bringing it near flame as it is highly inflammable.
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Dame
Farmer Wastes Money on Idle Equipment
A farmer wastes money by failing to maintain and store machinery properly. Many items used seasonally should be put away when not in use to avoid needless expense and depreciation.
Good care for implement durability and breed notes
Agricultural implements deteriorate quickly under rain dew and sun. After use they should be polished and sheltered to prevent rust. New Zealand Red is best for rabbit breeders for home and market. Rye builds soil but lags legumes. Every man with a silo should store enough silage for emergencies year round.
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New Zealand
Red Tape Citadel and Dickensian Bureaucracy
Discussion of the term red tape in public administration. It cites Charles Dickens and the Little Dorrit description of a "Circumlocution office" as the emblem of slow government. The piece links the phrase to procrastination and delays in public business and routine.
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Charles Dickens
California Fig Syrup Ad With Harmful Laxative Claim
An old care ad warns parents that California Fig Syrup is a laxative for children, urging mothers to look for the California name on the package. It promises safe use and easy dosing, touting a fruity taste and full directions on each bottle.
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California
Cafeteria Cook Refuses Service In Dinin Room
In a terse exchange a cafeteria cook insists guests are processed outside, citing cafeteria experience. Mrs Clymer pleads for service as the maid quits, and the cook remains firm about not serving in the dining room.
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