A Fallen Idol and a Painter’s Quiet Resolve
In Mrs Staniland’s studio, Campion faces a suspected act of malice as Willoughby the pug dies beneath a controversial idol. Sybil and Ronald reveal their engagement, while a looming probate challenge tests loyalties. Campion redoubles effort on Xerxes and, inspired by the idol, reshapes his painting to reflect a darker, brighter vision.
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Willoughby
Sybil
Campion
Jove
Ronald
Mockferee
Hilary
Lionel Babcock
Babcock
Mrs. Staniland
Lionel
Hanway Street
Dong
Xerxes
Sussex Place
Bales
Bates
Last Touches Opens A Morning Letter Of Legacy
Campion wakes to a blue envelope from the solicitors and the executors ready to pay a legacy. His mood shifts from breakfast satisfaction to uneasy anticipation as he contemplates the potential action of the unknown bequest.
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Campion
Haddie Diet Instigates Cat Training in Portland Tales
A Portland grocer warns a housekeeper to keep finnan haddie away from cats after a store cat gnaws a haddie. He cites a stray-cat claim and a haddie magnetism, showing a haddie fragment as proof. Down East lore and a Satanic spot theory mix with local fish lore, all amid fishermen’s tall tales.
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Finnan
Finnan Haddie
Haddie
Satan
Haddeck
Portland Oregonian
Trans Siberian Route Proves Regular for Communications
Far East correspondents urge indorsement of envelopes Vis Siberia as the trans-Siberian route remains the most regular and satisfactory since it began proper operation. Syren notes the improved service facilitates correspondence with Siberian and European contacts.
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Siberia
Far East
Syren
Good Snail Year Good Sheep Year Proverb Emerges
A Southdown breeder asserts that snail feeding seasons yield superior mutton with a delicate flavor. He notes snails fatten and nourish the flock, rivaling continental snail diets as a tonic for consumption, and credits snails over thyme for the meat's sweetness. The saying Good snail year good sheep year becomes a proverb among breeders.
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Southdown
London Mail
Brave Indians and the white hunter in the jungle
An excerpt contrasts Native and settler prowess in forest combat. It praises the Indian’s patience and treachery while claiming whites suffer more in forest battles, yet notes red warriors lose steadiness after early reverses.
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Pontiac
Lynn Tew Sprague
Outing Magazine
The French Electric Villa Villa Feria Electra at Troyes
The New York Tribune details M. Georgia Knapp's Villa Feria Electra in Troyes France a fully electric home. Gates open by voice heat free table service foot warmers and electric dish washer shown with kitchen laundry and guest communications via telephonic systems.
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M. Georgia Knap
Troyes
France
M. Knap
M. Knapp
Mme. Knap
New York Tribune
Jack London Hearts San Francisco Children Tale
The New York Tribune recounts Jack London’s affection for children in San Francisco. He meets six year old twin sisters on the way to his boat, stopping to greet them. A young girl curiously replies I’m the one what’s out walkin documenting London’s friendly encounter.
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Jack London
San Francisco
Mr. London
Bertin Creates Koch Tuberculosis Fund With Public Donation
Bertin allocates 12600 dollars for a tuberculosis fund named after Dr. Robert Koch. Private subscriptions total about 40000 dollars, boosting the drive.
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Bertin
Robert Koch
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Somerset
Moore, Bradshaw & Moore
New Square
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