The Red Mist of Civil Strife in the Mountains
Randall Parrish tale features Confederate trader Wyatt in the Green jar region. He assumes US cavalry identity to reveal Harwood’s murder, aiding Noreen and Parson Nichols while resisting Anse Cowan and his gang. Tense pursuit and hidden lovers shape the climax at a mountain home.
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Wyatt
Jem Taylor
Hot Springs
Harwood
Taylor
U. S
Raymond
U. S. Cavalry
Fox
Green Briar
Noreen Ar Wood
Parson Nichols
Noreen
Parson Nichoo
Anse Cowan
Sreen
Vnd
Anse
Creep
Cowan
Matt
Norean
Nichols
Wedding Night Fire Rampage Reveals Hidden Assembly
In a tense escape scene, a woman peeks from behind a curtain as a fire lights the west end. Nichols pretends injury while the narrator and Miss Noreen observe a growing band outside under trees near a negro cabin, hinting at Anse Cow as plans. The crowd circles the orchard fence as dawn light appears.
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Nichols
Anse
Marriage by Duress in Civil War House Clash
In a burning farmhouse Nichols and Noreen hide from a raiding party led by Anse Cowan. Tom Wyatt proposes a dangerous ruse marrying Noreen to shield her from Cowan, while Federal cavalry arrive. Captain Whittock and Lieutenant Raymond question a tied alliance as events unfold.
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Lewisburg
Nichols
Noreen
Encounter with Pennsylvania cavalrymen at crisis moment
In a tense scene a lieutenant confronts a uniformed group, questioning their identity as a woman by his side stands with resolve. The officer, Raymond, demands how the third U.S. cavalry uniform came into their possession, revealing a dangerous misunderstanding amid the sudden clash.
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Raymond
Pennsylvania
U. S
Ereet
Keeping Cut Flowers Fresh for Longer Life
Practical tips to extend the life of cut flowers. Store in the original box, wrap in oiled paper, and refrigerate or keep cool. Rinse stems under running water, add salt sparingly, and change water daily. Camphor or charcoal may help preservation, and keeping flowers wrapped reduces odor and wilting.
Inventions and Marriage The Quickest Decision
A witty exchange about timing and invention. An electrician claims to measure time to a ten millionth of a second, while Jil notes a proposal moment is quicker because a woman has already decided to say yes. The humor contrasts precision with certainty in romance.
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Bill
No Smoke Without Fire in Old Proverb Echo
A brief quoted aphorism reflects on the saying no smoke without fire. Attributed to John Kyly, it presents a weathered warning about cause and effect in a concise, period voice.
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John
Kyly
CHECK AUSTRIANS ADVANCE Turks and Tribesmen Put to Flight
British forces in Egypt drive Turks and tribesmen from Bayoud and Mageibra and destroy the camp at Bayoud. Austrian aircraft bomb Aviona, while three German steamers are sunk in the Baltic by Entente submarines. A British fishing smack at Lowestoft is shelled, one killed and two injured.
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Egypt
Bayoud
Mageibra
Aviona
Albania
Adriatic
Ententa
Lowestoft
Washington Naval Bill Moves After FiveDay Deadlock
A House committee ended a five day stalemate and passed the naval appropriation bill for 1917. It authorizes five battleships instead of the two dreadnoughts and two battle cruisers urged by Daniels. Also set are four scout cruisers ten destroyers twenty submarines and three 800 ton boats. The total sums to 240000000 with changes from Daniels program including removal of a gunboat and addition of fuel and ammunition ships.
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Washington
House Committee
Wilson
Daniels
Daniela
Russians Drive Turka Back Toward Mesopotamia
Russian forces in Persia have crossed the mountain barrier to the Turko Persian frontier and pressed Turks to Khanikin. They now stand on the edge of Mesopotamia as interest grows over the Rus sian expedition toward Baghdad. The Turkish retreat suggests Khantikins defense was over estimated.
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Turka
Persia
Khanikin
Mesopotamia
Bagdad
Khantkin
France to Increase Tax on Liquors in War Measure
France to raise indirect and direct taxes on alcohol wine beer cider sugar and tobacco to fund interest on new loans. Finance Minister Ribot told the chamber of deputies the third quarter credits total 8 010 000 000 francs and reported income tax declarations of 2 949 000 000 francs from 163 000 persons.
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France
Paris
Ribot
Chamber of Deputies
Villa Forming New Army Amid Mexican Conflict
Francisco Villa has recovered from wounds and seeks to raise a new army in Durango. A captured Mexican in an April engagement at Ojos Azules reports the effort, while cavalry pursue small bands near Rubio ranch, 20 miles away, where Villa followers suffered three American forage casualties.
Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad
A druggist in Golden City Missouri recommends Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root kidney and bladder medicine, praising seven years of sales with satisfied customers. The ad urges readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle and a booklet, noting regular sizes available at drug stores and to mention the paper.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
Consoling Thought Ends with Quiet Gratitude
A brief exchange shows Chuggins choosing quiet gratitude over complaint about last month's light bill, indicating relief at not needing gasoline to see by.
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M. Chuggins
Heal skin troubles with Cuticura Soap and Ointment
The Soap to cleanse and purify, the Ointment to soothe and heal. Rashes, eczemas, pimples, dandruff and sore hands yield to treatment. Relief in immediate and complete, speedy and permanent cases. Free sample by mail with Book. Address postcard to Cutlers Dept. ly Boston. Sold everywhere.
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Cuthurs
Dept. Ly
Boston
Adv
Shopping Afternoon Noted In Bowton Evening Transcript
A fragment from the Bowton Evening Transcript reflects a brief afternoon of shopping and limited activity, with the writer noting little beyond the errand run and a sense of everyday routine.
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Bowton Evening Transcript
Grove's Tast Tales: A General Tonio Take O14
Grove's Tast Tales presents a focused report by General Tonio on the O14 standard. The piece surveys design, usage, and implications for practice, highlighting key features and potential applications in varied settings.
Fragmentary note on a street incident in Los Angeles
A mangled OCR fragment describes a violent street scene involving Baar Akera aged twenty five and a person named Akaré near a Berte street area. The text mentions a cigarette, a bite on the right hand, and a car alarm, with garbled phrases about a horse and sirens, all from the Los Angeles Times.
Unclear wartime letter tale tied to local neighbors
A fragmentary diary style note indicates Mrs Pedger, a Lancastrian neighbor, remarks on war time mail as she talks with a neighbor near Sabathi about St Pauls letters to the Theesalninas. She admits she may have written there and laments undelivered parcels meant for her son.
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Ferm Geevy
Pedger
St. Paul
Sinen
MEAL TIME CONSCIENCE What Do tha Children Drink
A mother and father worry over serving safe drinks for children and promote Postum as a healthy alternative to coffee or tea. A York state lady testifies that Postum’s flavor and health benefits persuaded her and her husband to switch. Postum comes in Cereal and Instant forms, with boiling and dissolving instructions.
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Yorkstate
Postum
Dex
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
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