Christmas Letters From a Homesick Pioneer Diary
Excerpts from a diary reveal a homesick writer in Carbon City writing about Christmas plans, letters from Mrs Bingham, and longing to return home. She describes tonic ingredients, family travels, recent illnesses, and busy days with shopping, packing, and awaiting letters, all amid a shift from youth to maturity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ese Ranch
Ms Pride
Bingham
Sue
Beth
TCL
Carbon City
Bingham Sill
Paget Park
Mr. Carroll
Nen Prince of Wales
Mary
Winnipeg
Marsaves
Mrs. Hingham
Livingstone
Elba
The Kiwi Joke and a Christmas Eve Visit
Laughter rings from a tale of Kiwas boasting about Kiwi bills and a playful family gathering. Mrs Kiwi, Stella, Pimzle, and Elinor share curious humor while Mrs Livingstone hosts visitors, plans fudge, and Mary prepares for a festive evening with Uncle Dou.
Separation But No Alimony Reported
A terse report notes separation without alimony as the likely outcome in a notable case. The source emphasizes the lack of alimony and the separation status, with no further financial arrangement detailed.
Danish inventor’s device turns car into fire engine
John Enhehammer, a Danish engineer, claims a device will convert a motor car into four fire engines in a minute. The attachment resembles a small alarm clock and delivers water to four hoses. Ellertmainer believes the invention could solve the problem of firefighting speed and efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Enehammer
Ellermtainer
Jon
New lamp burns 940 air beats electric or gas
An innovative lamp promising superior white light with no odor or smoke was tested by US agencies and universities, claiming better performance than ten standard lamps. The ad offers free samples and agency opportunities, urging readers to write for full particulars and payment terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boise
Javentos
T. V. Johnson
Tim
Warning From Von Hindenburg on Birthday Message
Field Marshal von Hindenburg warns that Germany will cause trouble if restraints on foreign policy are loosened. He emphasizes the need for men who can exploit foreign policy possibilities, marking a cautious stance on Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von Hindenburg
Field
Marshal von Hindenburg
Germany
Riits
Milburne Heart and Nerve Pills touted as relief for WWI veterans
A Morinville Alberta veteran writes of gas exposure, shell shock, and rheumatism after three years overseas service. He credits Milburne Heart and Nerve Pills with easing his tremors, cramps, and head pressure, reporting complete relief after continued use. Price sixpence per box, available from dealers or by mail from The Milburn Co Limited, Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FM. Blaquiere
Morinville Alta
Canada
T. Milburn Co. Limited
Toronto
Sound Converted Into Power From Traffic Vibrations
London houses the Wireless Exhibition where Cambridge undergraduates demonstrate a crystal based method called piezoelectricity. Vibrations from traffic are converted into electricity, showcasing a potential power source for urban use and commercial application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Cambridge
Spanish Police Learn Jiu Jitsu in Madrid Plan
A German policeman with Berlin renown as a police instructor is loaned to Spain to develop jiu jitsu training for the public safety mission. Barcelona and Madrid targets are named as sites for teaching and forming a Madrid squad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jiu
Ntsu
Spain
Viett
Berlin
Hattsn
Spa
Barcelona
Madrid
Beggar Defies Police In North Dakota Sedan Court Action
A legless beggar named Frederick Stammaut and a detective tangled over an arrest in a North Dakota ranch area. Stammaut rode to Newation in a $3,000 sedan and, claiming to be an unfit burden, insisted on taking his captor to night court. He boasted of others to be crowded into the police station as witnesses. The tale mentions Hamwill Je and a Broadway guest, but the core centers on the beggar’s defiance and the looming court appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Stammaut
Beekar
North Dakota
Broadway
Mob Violence and Political Pressure in Dyer Crusade Era
The text references lynching, murder charges, and widespread mob violence. It notes a large number of cases and suggests a connected movement aiming to influence public seats, with mentions of an organization supporting the Dyer Anti Lynching bill in Congress.
Royal Rescue At Sea In King Victor I Expedition
King Victor I and Royal Prince aboard a Mein expedition near the Arc mouth assist a struggling fisherman in a strong current. The royal party pulled the stranded crew to safety in sailor fashion. Tall Romeo, owner of the fish, presented a basket of fish after identification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor
San i
Tum
Romeo
Fsar
Liver cure urged over laxatives in Constipation note
A reader from Seeley’s Bay Ontario credits liver-focused treatment with relieving decades of constipation and related symptoms. The letter endorses Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills as a remedy, stating one pill daily at 25 cents and noting availability through Edmanson Bates & Co. Ltd. in Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvin Richards
Seeley’s Bay
Ont
Shang L
Dr. Chase
Edmanson, Bates & Co. Ltd
Toronto
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Parnes
Piste
Ray
Airy
Stella
Sella
Fimcie
Ehud
Ione
Kiwi
Liserormots
Terribis Iacke
Crean
Mine Wien
Liptla
Elinor
Aleady
Eliot
M Livingston
Miss Arnold
Mr. Living Stone
Sunny
Puno
Lee
Mr Livingstone
Uncle Bun
David Gens
Dr McMurray
Mr Paget
Miss Marshall
Mr. Livingstone
Rome
Dey
Eters
Yarmouth NS
Instru
Ogden
Liverpool
Paren
eXy Ee Ela Oses le Lee Ah Zambuk
King Victor
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