Murder at Berkeley estate A tale of perfume and secrets
Doris Matthews a lady’s maid is found murdered at the Berkeley estate. Detective Bonnie Dundee and Captain Strawn lead a roomful investigation of the household where clues center on a perfume flask, the missing Dick Berkeley, and a web of jealous ties among Mrs. Berkeley, Clorinda, Crosby and Gigi as the estate reels toward a dramatic confrontation.
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Doris Matthews
Summerhouse
Berkeleys
Bonnie Dundee
Captain Strawn
George Berkeley
Clorinda
Seymour Crosby
New York
Strawn
Dundee
Gigi
Gigi Berkeley
Doc
Berkeley
Crosby
Collins
Wickett
Mr. Dick
Dick Berkeley
Mr. Berkeley
The
Police
Donna
Matthews
Mr. Dundee
Clorinda Berkeley
Mrs. Lambert
Duke School of Religion One of the South's Largest
Duke University’s school of religion has grown since its 1920s founding to be among the South’s largest graduate theology programs. With 112 students this year, 60 graduates will intern with rural Methodist churches in North Carolina this summer funded by the Duke endowment, expanding practical training for future ministers.
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Durham
Mar
Duke University School of Religion
South
Duke Endowment
North Carolina
United States
University
School of Religion
Duke
James B. Duke
Duke Theological
Albert Mussell
Masked figure in the room raises questions about Sybil Lester
Sue probes a dim room where a masked woman hints Sybil Lester may have inspired the kidnapping plan. Sue, exhausted and anxious, wonders if Sybil knew or approved the stunt as headlines reveal Sybil’s picture replacing hers, raising fears of family links.
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Sybil
Sue
Sybil Lester
Becker
Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin Aird 1885 Laxative Breakthrough
A historical note on Dr Caldwell who in 1885 wrote a constipation remedy praised for quick relief. The medication, later sold as Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin, became widely used and remains available in drug stores today. It highlights a physician’s 47 years of experience behind the herbal formula.
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Caldwell
Four Corners of the Earth
Duke plan aids rural churches study program announced
Closely prepared reports fully indicate the marked success of the Duke plan of aiding the country church. The 60 selected students in this work during the coming summer will receive approximately $400 each from the Duke fund. Dr. Elbert Russell is dean of the school and has been at Duke for four years. He is a native of Tennessee and a graduate of Earlham college.
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Duke
Country Church
Duke Fund
Elbert Russell
Tennessee
Earlham College
B. Harvie Branscomb
Paul N. Garber
James Cannon III
A. H. Godbey
Franklins. Hickman
Gilbert T. Rowe
W. A. Stanbury
L. C G. Little
Death Trap Silent Plot Revealed in Farmhouse Twist
In a tense page from a mystery, a detective links clues to a lodge gathering and a farmhouse couple. Suspects include a ruffian overhearing a key remark and Sybil, Nancy Becker, and Sue entangled in a broader inquiry. The ransom plan targets a midnight revelation as voices rise and danger mounts.
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Bach Fa
Jack
Sybil
Nancy Becker
Sue
Venice Cardinal Bans Charity Band
Venice reports Cardinal La Fontaine issues public letter banning certain charities under church authority. He argues charitable actions can tempt greed and distract from spiritual duties. He warns that giving money to the poor in excess harms the soul and calls for disciplined aid.
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Venice
Carinal la Fontaine
Rubber Trees Thrive in South Florida Trials
Brazilian rubber trees in experimental tracts of south Florida have grown rapidly, reaching about 15 feet tall. Dr. C. F. Cook of the Department of Agriculture notes the fast growth as researchers study the crop potential. A Liverpool clock with a 20 foot diameter dial is reputed to have the largest clock face in England.
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Tallahassee
Florida
C. F. Cook
Department of Agriculture
Royal Live
Liverpool
England
Teethina Teething Aid Promises Sleep Relief
An old advertisement touts Teethina as a three generation remedy for teething pain and baby ailments. It claims to cleanse the stomach, act as an intestinal antiseptic, and induce sleep without opiates. Sold by druggists for 30 cents with a free sample and Dr. Moffett’s Baby Book.
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Teethina
Dr. Moffett
C. J. Moffett Coy Dept
Columbus
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