Demon Dandy and the Burghminster Auction
In Burghminster society Jack Bellairs falls for Diana Huntingdon after a tale of the horse Demon Dandy’s ferocity. Diana proclaims a desire to buy him, but Bellairs refrains, vowing to ride the brute himself. A year later he remains sorrowful, labeled a misogynist as he rides solitary, haunted by love and pride.
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Bellairs and Demon Dandy Duel Ends With Near-Fatal Wound
Bellairs rides the stallion Demon Dandy through a long spell of labor and passion. He challenges the horse after a tearful moment with Miss Diana Huntingdon. The clash ends with Bellairs unconscious and Diana by his side, admitting relief that he was not killed. Bellairs vows not to ride Demon Dandy again.
Guard Holds Vault Door Beside Flooded Bank Vaults
Wallace Tunage, guardian at the Bank of New York safety deposit vaults, refused to abandon his post as water rose and a blaze raged through the building at 48 Wall Street. Firemen and police failed to move him, citing his duty as they pumped water into the basement. Tunage stood firm behind barred gates, soaking, while authorities concluded no fire danger remained in the vaults.
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Fiah An’ Watah
Wallace Tunage
Bank of New York
Tanage
Tunage
Police Court Slang and the Bowery in Indianapolis
A humorous look at police court slang heard before Judge Stubbs describing wise guys and misused language. Tales include a man claiming his trade is ditching and a couple apologizing for being off their chunks, plus foreigners miscommunicating oath taking and pledges in court. The piece notes judges show little sympathy for domestic disputes and highlights linguistic misunderstandings across nationalities.
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Stubbs
Man shoots snake then loses his thumb in Pennsylvania
Port Jervis New York reports Homer Capwell of Egypt Village was bitten on the left thumb by a rattlesnake while berry picking near Halstead Pennsylvania. He shot the snake dead and blew off his thumb at the joint. The thumb was amputated but no serious complications are expected.
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Ialstead
Homer Capwell
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Noison
M. R. Jennings
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Halstead
Elwood
Edward C. de Horby
First National Bank
de Harity
Sinbad Walsh in Paris Dinner Sparks Swelldom Feats
Sinbad Walsh the American hosts sensational Paris dinners admired by Bouguereau and Couberlain. The Walshes’ first Waldorf banquet featured a grape arbor feast with birds and lavish fruit, while a Seine party last summer saw a $50,000 steamer decor.
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Colorado
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Walshes
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New York
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Wells Miracle Powder Heals bites and scratches
A compact notice touts Wells Miracle Powder as a cure for dog snake spider mosquito and insect bites wounds and scratches claiming quick relief and healing through the powder sold at local shops.
Sinbad in Paris and the Walsh Dinners
Paris buzzes around Sinbad the American as he hosts lavish Walsh dinners drawing the capital’s elite. Rumors say Leopold of Belgium consults Walsh for ties and finances while Parisians envy the access and eye the barge voyage past the quays. A miner from Leadville notes the dinners differ from old Sunday hotel meals, dreaming of Colorado mountains.
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Sinbad
America
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Belgium
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Elwood Fair Promises Large Attendance And New Opera House
Elwood Indiana awaits a big fair next week with expected crowds of 25 000 to 40 000. J N Leisure heads the board amid talks of liquor license conditions. A new $50 000 opera house by J A Kramer aims to showcase top attractions and attract Indianapolis media. Rails extend Elwood Tipton and connect to Indianapolis loop improving regional travel and local prosperity.
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