The Man in the White Cravat and the Gambler Parson
A white cravat gambler in a rough postwar frontier saloon confronts a greenhorn and a clever parson. The parson wins back a fortune, then reveals his plan to reform the players and invites them to a prayer meeting at the Alhambra hall above the saloon. The tale ends with the parson visiting the greenhorn’s family and the promise to mend his gambling ways.
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Plaina
Indiana
Setem
Iman
Greenhorn
Alhambra
Hell
Heaven
Dupe
Tim
Heavenly Trai
Bald
Herire
Degame
iAlhambra Hall
Patton
Strang
Prodigal Jim Wharton Returns to Family Home
Jim Wharton, missing and penniless, returns to his wife Mary and children after years away. Mary greets him with tears and forgiveness, while the family is stunned by his transformed appearance and sudden wealth. Jim reveals a stash of money earned in the West, hoping to rebuild life with his loved ones.
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Wreskor
Joe Wharton
Jim Wharton
Jim
Wharton
Mary
Mary Wharton
Joe
Chester
Mrs. Wharton
Ives
Ralaing
Kidses
Tiny Wharton
Napper
Egme
Much Ado About Nothing in a Small Town Courtship
A narrative recalls engagement tensions between Phyllia and the narrator, focusing on trust, kisses, and the sting of anticipated fidelity. The couple debates practical plans while reflecting on past affection, with Phyllia’s anger rising from a kiss in a flirtation context. The piece closes with social notes on local figures and a ceremonial banquet.
Alice Maintains Faith Despite Marriage Question
A fragment notes the phrase She Did Not Change referring to Alice and a question about whether marriage affected her religion, suggesting a personal belief stable amid life events. The text is sparse but centers on religious identity and marital status without detail.
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Alice
Subscription Shortfall Hits Paper Supply Ahead of November
Subscriptions must be paid by November first to secure deliveries. The paper lists were reduced by 15 percent and may shrink further if payments lag. Eugene Foster is recovering from influenza. Dr. E E Ballheim will see patients at Windsor hotel October 22. Local and regional notices mention decorated American soldiers, Ray Rousch, Leland Laughlin, and Company E. A Graettinger farm sale, Ed Peterson of Cylinder purchasing the D B E Kulp property, with plans for residence on the farm.
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Eugene Foster
E. E. Ballheim
Mason City
Windsor Hotel
U.S. Inf
Ray Rousch
Leland Laughlin
Mr. Reusch
D. BE
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Pier
Weat
Phyllia
Hye
Phyliss
Jonkout
Phyllis
Ovce
Paay Yavin Dees
Gene Anta
Rey
Reinders
Mallard
Father Dobberstein
West Bend
FE. J. McEvoy
Algona
O'Connor
E.E. Green
Orcr
H. N. Osher
R. C. U.store
Father Kelly
Emmetsburg
Dan O'Neill
Fort Dodge
Sraettinger
Henry Clemenson
Preumop
Plozida
Ma. Cross
Iowa
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