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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1904

Page

5

Knightly mêlée on pirate ship erupts in bloody deck clash

Sir Oliver Buttesthorn leads men-at-arms down from the forecastle as Sir Nigel and allies pour from the poop to charge pirates. Hordle John shatters a mace, Norman pirates falter, and Spade-beard fights grimly. The anchor and archers renew fire as the struggle shifts along the deck and galley.

Oliver Buttesthorn Nigel Simon Aylward John Spade-beard Bir Alleyne Umea Sir Olver Spadebeard Aytwanl Pack George Ford Terlake Terrake Hordle John Big John Red Cross Bimon Goodwin Hawtayns Atherton St Paul Witherton Edricson Alleyn Aytward Praman Maaster Terlake Knight Axtwarn

Battle Aboard Cog as Genoese Fight Ends in Surrender

In a brutal shipboard clash, Ford and Alleyne leap between vessels while Sir Nigel commands retreat. Genoese oars flood the side as the cog closes the gap and their leader falls. The fight ends with captives and survivors, and a rogue pirate rusher meets a swift end.

Nigel Loring Returns to Bordeaux Amid Honor and Resolve

Sir Nigel Loring and companions reach Bordeaux after a weary voyage. In the harbor a sense of pride and destiny grows as Loring, donning a black patch over his eye, pledges reverent tribute to his lady and sacred oath. Aylward offers aid, while Sir Oliver and the others prepare for the forthcoming ordeal at the gate of honor.

Nigel Loring Bordeaux Alleyne Boata Ifasen England London Aylward Wilverly Chase Bordeau Alleyna Mongar Nigel Oliver Knight Knighty Aquires Tye

Path of honor and a quarrel at the watergate

Sir Oliver and Nigel ride through watergate after a vow to Spain and a debate over honor. The exchange taxes wit and mentions blind love for a fly, a deer with a smoking dich, and hints at a sinister path before the tale continues.

Spain Nigel Oliver Watergate Cadsund Treth Oliver Buttesthorn Ite Stortly Sir Oliver

Preacher Catches Girls Flirting at Jersey City Church

At St. John's Episcopal Church a rector accuses two young women of giggling and flirting with a group of boys during a sermon. The church bulletin reports the scene while parishioners debate the boys' supposed disinterest and the proper response, with varied opinions on chivalry and decorum.

Jersey City N. J St. John's Episcopal Church

Preacher Chased Bunco Man in Trenton March 31

Rev James Howard pastor of Central Methodist chased a bunco man for two miles through the streets in Trenton claiming the man had conned Mrs Mary Rise. The pursuer shed his coat to throw off the suspect and parishioners mistook him for crazy as the con artist escaped.

Trenton N. 3 James Howard Central Methodist Church Mary Rise Howard Hat Kise

Corner for Women and Home Tips from a Vintage Page

A collage of household advice and fashion blurbs features a man author recalling marble games with children, descriptions of a pale blue gown and a blue landowe bonnet, and practical tips on safe, orderly house cleaning. Also includes a thought on frugality and a Chesterfield quote.

Bureau Drawer Cleaning Instructions Fragment

The guide advises starting with the top drawer and turning everything out. Lay aside worn or soiled ribbons collars and bits of lace. Clean or destroy items past usefulness during housecleaning.

Men's Shirts Inspire Spring Fashion Confidence

The article notes that spring fashion embraces variety in shirts with new confidence. White and blue and white fabrics lead, while flannel cheviot and madras fabrics in white or color ground with square colored cards offer fresh patterns to break the monotony of stripes and figures. Urban men show growing interest in these styles for spring neglects past monotony.

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