Underground Elopement Triumph in New York
Dudley Winthrop and Elizabeth elope to escape guardianship under Mrs. Eaton. They ride the subway to Ninety-sixth Street, marry with a certificate, and return to confront the guardian who discovers the deed. The couple, amid bystanders and a watchful carriage, claim a happy ending.
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Robert
Dudley
Mrs. Eaton
Winthrop
Eaton
Elizabeth
Forty-second Street
Broadway
New Hotel
Dr. Bliss
Ninety-sixth Street
Knic ‘Kerbocker
Ninety Sixth Street
Mrs. Faton
The Old Spelling Class from Revolutionary Youth
Rev George Channing recalls his youth in a post revolutionary primary school where girls and boys learned together. Students sat on wooden block seats provided by parents and bowed to the teacher upon leaving. The spelling lesson was unique with a long communal word and a strict test for accuracy.
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George Channing
The Indian's Reply to a Young Lieutenant
A distinguished army officer recalls a westward visit to Spokane Falls where he met Chief Moses. The educated Mohawk Chief, after studying the young officer, finally says in English that he has never heard of him yet is glad to meet him and shakes his hand.
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Far West
Spokane Falls
Chief Moses
Moses
Forbidden fruit from shaddock family draws Eve’s brand claim
The New York Herald notes a fruit called forbidden fruit similar to grape fruit but larger and coarser inside. It bears three dark brown finger-like stains on one side, reputed to be Eve’s marks. It is sought by locals but has limited international shipping compared to its cousins.
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New York Herald
Looking Ahead New Boarders Bed Narrow Humor
Witty exchange shows a landlady and two new boarders debating roominess and time spent in a shared bed. The humor pivots on the bed’s narrowness and the house rule of boarding duration.
Notice of final proof for Homestead Entry No 11235
Genev Aotter of Kennewick Washington files final five year proof for Homestead Entry No 11235 to establish continuous residence and cultivation. Hearing before the Register and Receiver at Walla Walla Washington on October date. Witnesses: M U Dimmick William Dennis Rena Dimmick Jim Gointer all of Washington state.
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Alta Beagles
State of Washington
Ae Tae Nae
A. D
C. O. Anderson
P. O
Kennewick
Department of the Interior
Walla Walla
Wash
Earl A. York
US Land Office
Walla Wala
Wach
James Pointer
Charlie B Quillen
Ca M Quillen
Kiona
A J Gillis
Waila Walla
Genev A. 2Otter
Walla
M U Dimmick
William Dennis
Rena Dimmick
Jim *Ointer
A. J. Gillis
Too Impulsive and Insurance Rejected
A man with two street car accidents is refused renewal of accident insurance. The agent cites four habits including impulsiveness and getting off a running car backward, saying the risk is too great for continued coverage.
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New York Post
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Geo. C. Fendler, Prop
Kennewick Transfer Co
Drug and Express
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Brunswick
C. E. Tripp & Son
Homer Sprague
Dudley Winthrop
Green River
Cascade Range
J. S. Klecber
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C. W. Weigel
Northern Pacific Railway
A. D. Charlton
Portland, Ore
Kennewick Electric Supply CO
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Kennewick Studio
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Topat
Robertine
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