Misery Creek turmoil tests Samson South at dance
In Misery Creek, Sally Miler helps wounded George Lescott while tensions mount as Samson South faces pressure over Jesse Purvy's shooting. A clan dance at Wile McCager's mill unfolds amid threats, a looming decision for Samson, and Lescott's observer role as loyalties and future plans collide.
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Misery Creek
Sally Miler
George Lescott
Monselous
Spicer South
Samson South
Sally
Purry
Samon
Samson
Jesse Purvy
Hollman South End
Tamarack Spicer
Jim Hollman
Lescott
Amarack
New York
Kingmen
Dryible Creek
Wile McCager
Jesse Purry
Spicer
Samson South Confronts Kinfolks Over Mounting War
In Misery the Souths confront Samson South about leaving the mountings. Samson declares he will stay or go as he pleases, refuses to answer elders, and later rides toward town to face a jail showdown with Tamarack Spicer. Jim Asberry shadows Samson to report developments.
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Hach Firg
Dia
Purry
Samsgon
Samson
Spicer
Lescott
Tamarack Spicer
Lesecott
Sally
Wile McCager
South
Hit
Mohamet
Caleb Wiley
Caleb
Jasper
Hyar
Wescott
Tamarack
Carleb
McCager
Henry South
Rack Spicer
Hollmans
Souths
Hollman Country
Jim Asberry
Holiman
Samson South
Hisself
Jim
Jesse Purry
Ke,nay & Thy
Jesse Purgy
Samenon
Riches From Gift Bestowed in Atlanta Constitution Tale
A mother recalls buying Bobby an electric flashlight and how he used it to joke with guests. The piece centers on generosity making people feel richer as happiness is shared.
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Bobby
Atlanta Constitution
Kidneys Cleanse with Rad Salts Remedy Ad
An Adv on using four ounces of Rad Salts with water before breakfast to flush and stimulate clogged kidneys. It claims the grape and lemon juice based formula with lithia neutralizes urine acids, easing urinary and bladder disorders and is safe for occasional use.
Bread Speech Echoes Homeward Kitchen Talk
A playful exchange centers on bread and comforting meals as characters improvise in a domestic scene. One person insists the other's bread resembles the mother’s while another protests and offers to eat it instead.
Bond Ad Seeks Public Officers Agents for Rates
An advertisement from NATIONAL SURETY COMPANY at 90 West Street New York promotes its Bond Department. It claims to be America s Leading Surety Co and seeks pending public officers agents with a call for rates.
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National Surety Company
West Street
New York
America
Adv
Sympathy for Dumb Animals Dialogue Sparks Debate
In a brief exchange a large man jokes that a doctor advised horse riding while an athletic person counters that the doctor may be skilled but is not an S P C A member. The quip sits as a light social aside in the page.
Sailors and Crochet in the Navy Debate
A lively exchange questions whether U S sailors learn crochet. The irate statesman retorts that the navy is nurturing a new “first-class timber” among jackies while noting a wall decorator’s constant pressure to make money.
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United States Navy
Jackies
Man Keeps Six Motor Cars Then Disposes One
A man in conversation is described as financially strained yet owning six motor cars. He has had to dispose of one car, while the man offering comfort receives an annual salary of $2,000. The dialogue implies economic pressure despite some asset holdings.
Theatrical Manager Pleads For Note Before Suicide
Disconsolate lover asks to end his life but is urged to leave a note explaining love for Miss Starr. The manager remarks on a dull season and adds that every little helps.
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Miss Starr
Children Showed Effect of Their Warm Drink In the Morning
A former coffee user recalls improved health after switching to Postum for breakfast with children. A friend touts Postum as not coffee and healthier for both kids and adults, noting gradual, lasting improvement. Product details include Regular and Instant Postum with boiling directions and prices. There’s a slogan “There’s a Reason” for Postum.
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Poston Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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