Proposals by Proxy and Odds in Gambling Doctrines
A Travel Magazine excerpt discusses Chinese marriage customs via a dialogue about arranging a wife through middlemen and family networks, contrasting with foreign methods. A second item recounts a gambler’s bet on rolling sixes ten times, noting odds about 60 million to one against the feat and the implied value of the bet.
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The Herring Line and a Washington Luncheon Tale
A Washington Star quip cites a senator at a luncheon pondering fame. The tale recounts Kipling’s Brattleboro to Montpelier trip and a hotel dining room overheard exchange about a famed figure, ending with a joke on a “kipper in.”
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Mother's Task Clamor Tests a Mother's Breakfast Puzzle
A mother must recall each family member's breakfast preferences with no two agreeing. The riddle centers on keeping peace while the household debates cream sugar grapefruit oranges and apples. In a separate anecdote a Scotchman under the bed vows to preserve his manly spirit despite his wife's dispute.
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Strayed Mare and Colt Reported Missing Near Burkey
A branded mare about 1000 pounds, eight years old with shoulder sores and a raw hide halter disappeared last Tuesday from M. A. Finneman in Burkey. A dark bay two year old colt with a white forehead streak and rope halter also missing. A reward is offered for information.
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Burkey
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