Ring of Friendship Ends in Disillusion for Bunny Walker
Bunny Walker, 17, believed in a fairy tale romance with a man calling himself Prince Charming. The realty broker John B. De Voney, 36, pursued a friendship ring worth 82 000 but demurred when Bunny refused to return it, citing their friendship. De Voney’s past includes divorce, a renewed relationship with Miss Landner, and an arrest for disorderly conduct. Bunny insists the ring remains hers.
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Bunny Walker
Rollanee
Charing
Punny
Hiro Othe
Bunny
Paney
Prince Charming
John B. de Voney
International Trust and Savings Bank
Dye Voney
Margaret de Voney
Ethelyn Landner
Kiss Me Not Says New York Man on Class Day
A New York University student, famed for never kissing, defends his stance on courting during class day. He argues that kissing ends true friendship and erodes the youthful companionship, preferring deep conversations over romantic acts. The Esquire piece frames him as an oddly practical nonconformist in campus life.
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Lisquirer
Strogke Avenuas
Broshkism
BOL
New York University
Dibner
NSS
John Mud Staak
Tor Dart
Tomaer Thina
Cever
Pochoart
Giesse
Fequire
Kissiess
Hiv Cissless
Kissin
Smokers Called Best Fighters by Zion Leader and Followers
The article portrays Wilbur Glen Voliva of Zion claiming smokers are the most valiant fighters in the battle against sin. It notes Zion elders’ harsh stance on smoking and alcohol, and Ferris of Eton City seeking state approval to carry a revolver to smoke in peace amid community pressure.
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Henker
Alon Eultn
Patrick Henry
Ferris Brown
Zion
St. George
Ferris
Eton
Hie
Die
Wilbur Glen Voliva
Saints
Tan
Ifar
James G. Welch
Lake County
Viru de ville comic to wed on deathbed in hospital
Jack Volair and Maury Mae McDonald, longtime partners and fiancés, married in a private hospital ward as Volair lay dying from injuries after an auto accident near Champaign. The ceremony was witnessed by the priest and the couple shared a final moment together before his death.
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Hampatron
Jack Volair
Virudeville
Pontedt
Maury Mae McDonald
Volair
Champaign
Burlington
Danville
Scout stunts bring crowd to amazement at Terre Haute meet
A Terre Haute troop staged an early morning sunup scene at First Baptist Church summer camp Kinnemiapoose. Twelve scouts emerged from a pup tent as the thirteenth toppled the tent, slipping into the baptism pool, drawing gasps from the audience. Indianapolis News.
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Terre Haute
First Baptist Church
Sumer
Kinnemiapoose
Aunt Dinah Learns Modern Households Bell Etiquette
A plantation-born Aunt Dinah, newly hired by a young housewife, discovers electric bells in a modern home. When a bell rings in the kitchen Dinah explains she assumed bells were for calling folks, and proudly rings a large dinner bell to summon help.
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Dinah
Pdinah
Aunt Dinah
Squirrels Raid attic Nut Hoard at North Delaware Home
In a North Delaware street home a man stored five or more bushels of pots in the attic last fall. His wife heard a loud crash and found two squirrels frantically tunneling to escape a sealed window. They had gnawed a hole through a large root, released the nuts, and left the mess. The owner commented the rodents saved him work by gathering the nuts. Indianapolis News.
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Miss McDonald
R. B. Flynn
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Champaign
Delaware Street
Indianapolis News
Superstitious Sleuth and a Signbeard Misfortune
Constable Sam T Slackputter reports a windstorm incident at the Right Wace store where a signbeard struck a depot courier en route to an opera house lecture, knocking him senseless. The tale frames omens as possible cause in Petunia under Hunpsns City Star.
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Sam T. Slackputter
Petunia
Hunpsns City Star
Twirling-Arms Dance At Paris Congress Displays
Paris congress attendees showcased many new dances though most lacked originality. An exception is the tchega danced to Hindoo music with arm twirls around the head and brief hesitations. British masters would disapprove as unsuitable for English ballrooms.
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Paris
Daily Mail
London
Ribbons in Frocks Elevate Summer Styles and Fall Hopes
Ribbons move beyond simple decoration in women’s dress as designers use them to sculpt hats and summer frocks. American firms showcase ribbons in day and evening gowns, with lace foundations, satin ribbons, and flower accents creating new silhouettes. Fall styles are anticipated as ribbon artistry expands across garments.
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Dusignere
Late Summer Brides Fashion and Veil Innovations Spotlighted
The article surveys wedding trends with late summer and June as influences, noting innovations in gowns and veils. It highlights white with silver or gold, pale gold wedding wreaths, madonna-like veiling, orange blossoms, and chiffon veils, plusDistinct maid and guest ensembles in taffeta, organdie, georgette, and lace.
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Lyhough
Measuring Distance in Turkey from Moments With Mark Twain
A humorous note about travel times in Constantinople and nearby landmarks as described in Moments With Mark Twain. The piece uses quick, casual measurements to illustrate distance and custom, ending with a joke about pantaloons tailored to specific body proportions.
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Turkey
Constantinople
Lloyd George
Mark Twain
Harpers
Child Protests as Yard Neighbors Tease Puppy
A child speaks up when neighbors torment a puppy, declaring the dog is part of the community and should be treated like a person. The scene highlights empathy and moral sense among youngsters toward animals.
Not In Their Set at Mrs Corntessel's Dining Room
Mrs Corntessel objects to notices urging guests to economize by wearing overalls. Her husband cautions that farm hands might think summer boarders are trying to appear superior.
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Hiram
Peak of High Prices Questioned in Boston Transcript
In the Boston Transcript a reader asks if price peaks have been reached, noting a spelling note about the word pique and contrasting with high prices. The brief exchange reflects concern over inflation and public opinion on market trends.
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Boston Transcript
Lounging Jackets and Tea Coats Dominate Fashion
Desirable nine French in indoor dress novelties describe lounging jackets as huge square sacs with head openings. Materials include lace net georgette and embroidery or fringe with colorful ribbon girdles or handmade silk flowers.
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Georgette
Gingham Guimpe Arrives For Winter Wardrobe
A new gingham guimpe arrives fashioned from fine imported material. It features an eminent checked pattern or hairline plaid, an Eton collar, and self frills, reflecting current fashion trends and shop offerings.
Imitation Leather Overblouse Described in Novel
The description notes an entire overblouse made from imitation leather. The garment appears as a bold outer layer in the scene. The material choice emphasizes a sleek finish and potential cost savings.
Balaam the Compromiser
A concise profile of Balaam by Rev. L. W. Gosnell, Assistant Dean at Moody Bible Institute, Chicago, outlining his traits and actions as a controversial figure in biblical narrative.
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Moody Bible Institute
Chicago
B. Fitzwater
D. D
Western Newspaper Union
Balaam and the danger of wavering in duty
A sermon recounts Balaam’s quest for rewards and how light remained clear until avarice and ambition clouded judgment. It contrasts God’s directive will with permissive will, noting an angel with a sword and Balaam’s eventual failure and demise as a warning against pursuing unrighteous wages.
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Barak
Balaam
Israel
God
Balak
Tesse
Palaaih
Moses
Jonah
Sas Balaam
Have a Purpose in Life Inspires Steadfast Effort
A reflective quote from Carlyle urges readers to gain purpose and pursue it with determined mind and body. The author compares a life without purpose to a ship without a rudder, emphasizing disciplined effort and steadfast work as a gift from God.
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Carlyle
One Wish Realizable on the Extinction of Life
Quoted remark claims only death is perfectly attainable and questions its value, noting lack of someone to tell if the end is worth reaching. The statement reflects existential meditation attributed to Robert Louis Stevenson.
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L. Stevenson
David Shows Kindness to Jonathan’s Son Mephibosheth
Lesson text outlines David’s reign marked by justice and mercy. It recounts his search for Saul’s family to show kindness for Jonathan’s sake, finding Mephibosheth and restoring his estate. The narrative illustrates salvation as God’s initiative and Mephibosheth’s unworthiness yet welcome at the king’s table.
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David
Donathan
Israel
Jesus Christ
Saul
Jonathan
Mney
Mephibosheth
God
Aith
Christ
Machir
Lodebar
Sin
Satan
Ledebar
Adam
True Kindness and the Balance of Wise Action
The piece argues that kindness requires wisdom not just generous impulses. Acts done with a good heart harm if not thoughtful, leaving others undercompensated. True kindness blends sympathy with prudence, and wise consideration is as essential as benevolent feeling.
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