Confessions of an Old Maid in Leap Year
A first person fragment follows a woman recalling a luncheon with George Williams and Bud Foster, a gambler from New York. She narrates attempts to entrap a rich suitor, details flirtation, theater and dining, and Bud’s gambling loss, ending with a note that the supposed loss was a bum steer and a cryptic line about a delivery.
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George Williams
Bill
Bud
Cupid
George
Bud Foster
New York
George's
Budsie
Widow Hicks
Big Dick
N. B
A Country Schoolmaams Day Frosty rural school life remembered
A first person reminiscence portrays a day in a country school room. A schoolteacher, farmer family, and hired hands share a quiet morning and stove filled noon, through frozen fields, chalk and coal, and a lone arctic room at night before sleep ends the memory.
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Little Jimmie
Elvira
Vesuvius
Littleton Joke At Dinner Reveals Quick Mockery
Martin W. Littleton described as leading Thaw case counsel, a prominent lawyer recounted a dinner quip. He compared an opponent to a steamer on the Missouri with a seven inch boiler and a 12 inch whistle, implying the whistle stopped the steamer when blown.
Bilton Boss Reflects on New York Power Shift
In a quiet Bilton hotel lobby a poised Bilton hotel owner and electric railway executive named Jallerby meets a New Yorker, recounting how Des Moines and Bilton shaped him. He recalls arrogance yielding to New York’s demanding glare and wonders if he can regain his former status.
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Bilton
Iowa
Des Moines
Jallerby
New York
Brooklyn
First National Bank
County Central Committee
Hiram P. Jallerby
Mr. Jallerby
Bilton Press
Daily Papers
Mr. Jalterby
The Humor of Justice Harlan Golf Wit and Dignity
The Bohemian profiles Justice Harlan highlighting his quiet humor in golf and life. He is depicted as a giant among men with a vigorous mind, whose wit remains merciful and anecdotes flow from his legal career.
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Sterrett
Harlan
Do Not Interrupt While Speaking In Conversation
Advice on courteous speech urges listeners to avoid interrupting others while speaking and to refrain from fault finding or intruding on private matters. It promotes a firm clear voice, mild tone, and respectful attention to avoid ridicule or overbearing behavior.
The Choice Cravat Dilemma The Bohemian
A young man faces a dilemma choosing between two cravats before proposing to The Girl's widowed mother. He weighs best appearance against pleasing her by wearing the gift from The Girl, ultimately deciding and gaining approval as the mother says yes. The scene highlights social expectations and romantic resolve.
Not for Him at the Syndicate Building Office Scene
Cyrus bursts into a sixteenth floor office, drenched in sweat after a long stair climb. He recalls a crowded elevator mishap he just witnessed and the danger of old metal cages plummeting.
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Cyrus
Syndicate
Bohemian
Let Trust Hold Fast to Love and Reject Doubt
Beatrice Fairfax counsels women on love and trust, arguing that doubt harms devotion. A man’s occasional fatigue or busyness should not imply waning love, and preserving trust keeps love vibrant. Neglect or constant questioning damages the bond, while embracing love as it comes remains the best thing in life.
Build More Street Cars in a Domestic Farce
A phonetic dialogue in a family flat pushes for immediate construction of new street cars amid domestic chores and economic distress. Pa rails against delays, Ma urges sleep, and a child’s presence underscores the social stakes as the family debates reform, labor, and public works. The piece satirizes reform fervor and civic priorities through everyday voices.
Investment and a tram token exchange tale
An elderly woman who had given the tram and nickel contemplates use of the remaining funds. A Hungary Hobo-Waal character explains plans to buy an auto but only enough for a small show to handle themselves, reflecting a quirky street exchange.
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Hungary
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Ashton
Our
Kushion
Rushion Komfort
Indianapolis
Indiana Ave
T. E. Powers
American-Journal-Excaminer
Cox
Kennett Harris
Justice Harlan
Aubrey Lanston
Infante
Beatrice Fairfax
Tennyson
Little Bobbie
William F. Kirk
Metro-Polig
Bobbie
Wasson
H. P. Wasson & CO
Free
China
Bryce
Louise Mills
Lexington Avenue
Bryce Baking Co
E. South St
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