The Parricide Case Told by Detective Thomas Furlong
A detailed recount of the Topeka murder of John Collins's father. The narrative follows Furlong's investigation, the discovery that Collins hired hack drivers to kill his father, the evidence from the drivers, and the trial that led to Collins's conviction. It notes the courtroom drama, insurers' rumors, and posttrial reflections on justice and punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Collins
Lawrence
Topeka
Collins
Jetmore
Justice Brewer
United States Supreme Court
Washington
Justices Brewer
Bin
Kansas
State
Collina
Lodge
Dress Misread A Night Of Fashion And Film Facts
A tale of a dress worn wrong side first by a friend of Mrs John Smith reveals how a single mistake sparked social embarrassment. The piece also notes that many positives can be produced from one film negative and that scratched prints indicate worn cinema stock. Boldness in marriage is praised in a brief anecdote about Mr Meexton and his wife Henrietta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collins
Anet
Siminiye
Elttens
Naying
Howse
Golfing
Phinelas
Lawrence
Long Branagh
N. 4
John Collins
Long Ranch
Minoning
Collin
Manning
Do. J. Harbaugh
Joan Colling
Marbaugh
Harbaugh
Mr. Collins
John
Mr. Collings
John Becate
John Colling
John Calling
Mrs
John Smith
Mr. Smith
Mira
Smith
Eyes of the Blind Love Meets Its Price and Pain
Lydia Ford, answering a New York writer’s ad, becomes his dictation partner and unexpectedly a confidante to his blindness and strained marriage. As romance grows, Mrs. Sarnold’s scheming and Lydia’s loyalties collide, ending in scandal, separation, and a quiet vow of lasting love after truth is revealed. Two years later Lydia returns as Mrs. Sarnold lies dying, and the pair seek forgiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mia
Aphia
Sarnald
Lydia
Fesson
Sarnold
Lucas Devine
Lyfy
New York
Fa Warin
Sarnard
Miss Ford
Sarneld
Sernold
Mrs. Sarnold
Shea
Audidon
the Hotte
Deserves Wall of His Country Honor for Castelnau’s Sons
General de Castelnau, famed French commander, had nine sons at war start. One remains at school, five wage battles on the western front, and three have fallen in combat. The family’s wartime sacrifices reflect national resolve during the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Castelnau
What Not to Expect In Husband From Woman's Home Companion
A writer argues against idealizing a single man by listing traits that often come with tradeoffs such as kindness and laziness or thrift and stinginess. The piece cites examples of charm, neatness, and carefulness leading to negative outcomes, then quotes Uncle Eben on the limits of truth telling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marymilla
Engineering Magazine
Help for Working Women in Frankfort Ky
A letter from Mrs. Jones Conary describes illness from female weakness, explains she gained health after using Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound with three bottles, and urges other women to try it before seeking other remedies. The note promotes confidential advice from Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn Mass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Lydia H.dinkhams
Mrs.Jones Conary
Clair St
Jose Fepe
Lydia EB
Tinkban
Lydia E. Pinkham Moedicine Co
Lynn, Mass
Coyote Terrorizes Portela School and Town Dogs
A gaunt gray coyote terrorized Portela California, attacking two dogs at Thomas Nortthy’s home and menacing Mrs Hardy until neighbors and students chased it away. Hunters search the fields near town to locate and kill the animal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Por ‘Tela
Thomas Nortthy
Hardy
Agaih
Publié Eye Scrape Sparks Publicity Debate
A fragment from the Publié Eye notes Hbway's ease in the Brot Heht scene and questions Whyat man reveling in publicity. The exchange hints at public attention and self-assertion as both figures navigate their roles in a bustling social setting.
Concentrated Satisfaction Tea and Coffee Alternative
A note praises a pure wheat beverage as a flavorful alternative to tea and coffee. It claims the drink avoids sleeplessness and headaches linked to caffeine and presents a healthy option for former tea and coffee users.
Postum as caffeine free coffee substitute
Instant Postum promotes a caffeine free soluble beverage ideal for home, picnics, and travel. It claims to suit those who find tea or coffee disrupts comfort or success, presenting Postum as a convenient alternative.
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Parricide
Thomas Furlong
Himself
Cupyeight
Wee
Louis
Popelis
Erhin
Kansan
Callas
Kludy
Lle Pather
Topaki
Fly
Menarest
Furve
Anying
Mr. Wolling
Severn
Wong the Tall
Joseph S. Manning
Kan
Lane
Federal Bureau of Mines
Colorado
Jatyre Indresa
Boldnese
Mr. Meexton
Henrietta
The
Ami Glia
Eto
Lfe
Sarhold
Aimas
Coursy
Sarnoll
Lyilia
Dix
Sarno
Shy
Mer
Ufe
Red Wing
Minn
Unccle Eben
Mrs. Conley
Carter
Nus
Miwa
Weite Ford
Dr. Walliams Sanatorium
Hoo University
Daisy Fly Killer
Brooklyn
Hoyt
Nilan
Coyote
Jane
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