Picking and Choosing
The poem centers on Susan Sarah Salt who refuses multiple suitors for decades. She rejects rich, flawed lovers for smoking, gambling, or public behavior, remaining resolute even as time wears on. Clarence and Reggie propose but fail to persuade. A final offer from Bullly ends with Sue seeking a lonely life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Sarah Salt
Rich
Wienerwurst
Clarence
Reggie
Tim
Susan
Sue
Proverbial Bits From Walt Mason and Rural Wit
A compilation of quips and witticisms about marriage bachelorhood and social manners. It includes reflections on love money prudence politics and clever turns of phrase attributed to Walt Mason and other noted observers. The tone mirrors a light column of humor and moral observation from a bygone era.
Tartarin and Daudet Tales From Tarascon and Beyond
Tartarin of Tarascon travels to Africa, facing comic misadventures with a tame lion and a pursuing camel that outwits him. The tale ends with triumphant cheers from Tarascon as his fame as a fearless hunter saturates the town. ALPHONSE DAUDET is introduced with brief biographical notes and mentions his literary works and life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tartarin
Tarascon
France
Shanghai
Africa
Atlas Mountain
Marseilles
Algiers
Mons
Algeria
Prince Gregory of
Montenegro
Alphonse Daudet
Nimes
Lyons
Alais
Paris
Duc de Morny
Daudet
Tartarin DE Tarascon
Tartarin Sur Les Alpes
Port Tarascon
Notice of Final Settlement of Estate Browning
Creditor heirs and legatees of Stansfield P. Browning are notified to appear in Putnam Circuit Court Greencastle Indiana on May 17 1915 to show cause why final settlement accounts should not be approved and to prove heirship and receive distributive shares. Clerk Harry W Moore witnesses April 26 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stansfield P. Browning
Putnam Circuit Court
Greencastle
Indiana
Harry W. Moore
Wade A. Miller
Christian J. Brown
Notice of Administration in Putnam County Indiana
The Circuit Court of Putnam County Indiana appoints Charles F Webster as Administrator of the estate of William W Webster deceased. The estate is said to be solvent. Dated April 19 1915. W M Sutherlin Attorney. St Weekly April 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Putnam County
State of
Indiana
William W. Webster
Charles F. Webster
Notice of Administration in Indiana Estate
The judge of the Circuit Court of Putnam County Indiana has appointed Susie Hopwood administrator of the estate of Mary E Hopwood late of Putnam County deceased. Dated April 28 1915. B F Corwin attorney. Publication April 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susie Hopwood
B. F. Corwin
Heirs of Wade A. Miller To Appear In Putnam Court
Notice to heirs and legatees of Wade A. Miller to show cause on May 17 1915 in Putnam Circuit Court at Greensburg Indiana and prove heirship as of April 24 1915. Clerk Putnam Circuit Court. 31 Weekly April 380.
Notice of Final Settlement of Estate in Indiana
Notice to heirs and legatees of Christian J. Brown, deceased, to appear in Castle, Indiana, on May 20, 1915, and show cause if any. Dated May 5, 1915. Harry W. Moore. Published weekly May 7.
Commissioner sale of real estate in Putnam county Indiana
The commissioner of the Putnam Circuit Court invites bids on extensive land holdings in Putnam county Indiana. The sale, at private sale with no less than appraised value, occurs June 10 1915 at Greencastle in the Central National Bank Building. Parcels include several sections and quarters with railroad right of way exclusions totaling about 2 3 4 2 acres. Terms: one third cash and balance in two installments at 9 and 18 months with 6 percent interest. Estate of the late Robert Crow. Isaac S Peck Commissioner.
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Central National Bank
Greencastle
Indiana
Putnam County
Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis
Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville
Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railroad
Township 14
Mange 4
Section 15
Robert Crow
Herald Want Ad Prompt Offers Quick Results
A Herald want ad service promises fast results for readers seeking opportunities. The short blurb suggests using classified notices for jobs, sales, and notices, appealing to readers needing immediate exposure.
The Hand Laundry's Failure
A hungry tramp tells of the hand laundry business failing as a kind woman questions him. He recalls the owner quitting and returning home to her mother, hinting at the shop's collapse and his weary departure.
Farcical Choir Rivalry Sparks Family Quarrel
Martha’s aunt boasts she has the choir’s best voice while the rest of the family questions the claim. The aunt insists she is right, and the husband challenges the boast with a gentle rebuke. The exchange highlights playful family dynamics within a church choir setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha
Recognition in a Photograph Opens Old Memories
A terse exchange between a woman and a younger man unfolds as they confirm each other in a photograph. The brief dialogue hints at past connections and recognition, set in a quiet domestic moment.
Club Talk Sparks Gentle Fracas at Evening Get Together
Mrs Garrulous shares astonishment at a remark sparking a playful quarrel with her husband. He questions who spoke, prompting a lighthearted exchange about rumors and etiquette at a social club gathering.
Making a Stir in Crabs ville Sunday Fashion
Fragmentary dialogue shows Mrs Crabshaw debating a new skirt for Sunday wear. The exchange hints at social expectations and fashion norms in a small town newspaper style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crabshaw
Mrs. Crabshaw
Backwoods Banter on Style and Weather Dress
Mrs. de Style and Mr. de Style tease Mrs. Neigh bor about countrified fashion. She dresses to the weather, sparking playful exchanges about rustic style and practical attire.
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Herald
Greencastle, Ind
Charles J. Arnold
South Jackson Street
Telephone
Walt Mason
By Albert Payson
Terhune
By Alphonse Daudet
President Wilson
Wilson
Washington
San Francisco
A. Stirling Calder
Scott Street
P. M
West Bound
A. M
W. M. Sutherlin
Atty. St
Mary E. Hopwood
W. W. Tucker
Vine Street
Washington and
Walnut Sts
Ind
W. M. McGaughey
Evans’ Block
South
Jackson Street
Bloomington
Seminary Streets
Edward H. Crow
Edward W. Hunnicut
Isaac 8. Peck
Allee, James & Allee
Attorneys For
London
America
New York
Rem i
Mrs. Cayenne
O. F. Overstreet
Bence Building
South Vine Street
DLV
Veni
MONON
Cricago, Indianapuls & Louisville Railway
Humphreys
Miss
R. A. Conler
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