Domestic tensions rise as plans for staying shift
In a tense exchange, Alix urges a move to live near Martin and Cherry. Martin perches between desire and doubt while Cherry wavers, fearing the strain of their arrangement amid lingering marital fault lines. Dinner reveals frayed nerves and unresolved questions about the future.
A Brother's Sacrifice and a Westward Elopement
In Clifden Vernon Ramsey bears a heavy secret after his brother Paul admits unlawfully spending funds. Paul and Eva Cross elope to Virden and wed, leaving Vernon to confront the hidden truth and the consequences of guardianship and sacrifice. The tale closes with Vernon embracing duty and memory.
Office Boy Teaches Boss Business Worthiness
A boss tells a young office boy that if he knew as much about the firm as baseball he would hold the boss’s job. The boy replies he knows that and argues the business could be more interesting so people would beg for a chance to work there and pay for it.
How Collectors Are Swindled in Egypt Treasures
Wealthy collectors are duped by crafty Arabs who manufacture fake mummies using bodies of their dead. The scam leads to an abandoned pyramid where a fake mummy is found and smuggled out with the Arab’s help. Egyptian authorities forbid revealing the swindle.
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Indians Preserve Trees and Yukon's Everyday Humor
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Agreement on Taxes: four provisions for Illinois convention
Clark county farmers and real estate holders face tax issues as the State agricultural, bankers, and chamber of commerce groups propose four constitutional provisions. They seek uniform valuations, general welfare exemptions, and taxes on income from intangible property, salaries, franchises, and privileges, with limits on rates and gradations.
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Clark County
State ‘Agricultural ' Association
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Illinois Chamber ‘of Commerce
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