One Essential Was Lacking in Georgia Crossing
Jora D Rockefeller and a party of Mission rode 8 across country in Georgia last fall. They crossed a stream by ferry piloted by a whitehaired old Negro. Rockefeller tried small talk asking if the fishing had been good. The ferryman, Jack, replied that no fish had been caught. The exchange shows a wry, quiet scene during travel.
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Jora D. Rockefeller
fMision
Georgia
Rockefeller
Jack
Popelar Magazine
Three Night Run and a Droll Rehearsal Tale
A theater anecdote recalls Sir Henry Irving reacting to a humorous mispronunciation during a rehearsal of King Arthur. The overheard jibe links Sir Arthur Sullivan and Sir Edward Burnett, with Irving replying in his characteristic blunt wit about the stage business and audience reaction.
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Henry Irving
King Arthur
Sir Arthur Sullivan
Sir Edward Burnetone
Anery Devin
Ste Edward
Jones
Sevries
Irving
Arthur
Into His Own Trap
A criminal suit reveals a defendant claiming ongoing financial distress while questioned on bankruptcy and payment history. The opposing attorney probes for honesty, pressing whether the defendant ever defaulted or stopped payments, aiming to uncover truth in the case.
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Erosa
Yawever
Aml
Two Values Reported On Dress Costs
A dialogue notes one dress priced at 257 and another at 50 dollars. The exchange confirms the higher amount and asserts the lower price, reflecting a cost comparison.
Quiet Morning Chat Shifts Office Gossip
Two unnamed women, Mrs. Digsworth and Mrs. Hnimmersity, were seen in an animated morning conversation. Bystanders speculate about the topic, hinting at office intrigue.
Out of the Question Upset Over Salary Joke
A humorous dialogue features a character urged to marry, replying that he cannot afford 4912 wits on a 1902 salary, reflecting a witty take on money and prospects of the era. The exchange highlights economic hardship and social expectations with period voice and sharp understatement.
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Eban
Soon Forgotten Lessons From a Child on Wars
A fragmented quote prompts reflection on teaching a child about war and history. The dialogue questions whether a concise list of ten battlefields from a historical war exists, revealing confusion and concern over memory and education.
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Ioan
Never Seen One of Them A Chicago Riddle
A Chicago man tells Mrs Dodge he has a wife and four children in Chicago but says he never saw any of them. The inquisitive woman asks if he married a widow and how this is possible. He explains that each child was born after he left. The dialogue appears in Harper's Bazaar.
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Chicago
Wealth Plans Fail The Old Timers Debate
A New York press excerpt quotes a trenchman who argues life insurance protects a widow while savings banks fail in old age. He recalls a cousin whose wife was insured yet died, and an uncle who poured money into banks hoping for retirement gains that never materialized. He says both plans flaw and warns no one is served by either.
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Gramial
New York
Better Late Than Never Engaged Plans Mentioned
Fragmentary dialogue shows a sister's engagement talk and a strained meeting with a man described as too big to meet. A reference to travel and a distant ocean road adds confusion to the scene.
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Gray
How Much of the Vegetables to Plant
Ray Collins offers practical quantities to supply a six person family. He lists seeds per planting method and notes on spacing and thinning for crops like beets lettuce onions peas and peppers. He also covers soil fertility lime and manure management and emphasizes ample sunlight for dense foliage crops.
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Ray Collins
Alfalfa as Poultry Feed and Hog Worms Warned
An article by Mrs A J Wilder promotes alfalfa for poultry production noting high protein similar to wheat bran and benefits for laying hens and growing chicks. It covers green and steamed alfalfa feeding, risks of overgrazing alfalfa crowns, and yields from multiple crops. It also discusses verminous pneumonia in hogs caused by lung worms, its symptoms, spread, and prevention by avoiding infected pastures and stressed diligence in herd health.
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A. J. Wilder
Ong
Imr Wol. Boyd
University Narm
St, Pri
Minn
United States
Between Girls Cogitation About Valuing a Ring
A brief dialogue where one girl questions the cost of an uneipseitcent ring and frets about jeweler fees. Another suggests two girls in their circle have already valued it, avoiding the need to visit a jeweler.
Merely for Show Pass Key Exchange Sparks Banter
A brief, humorous exchange centers on a man claiming his wife grants him a pass key. He jokes that the key proves she is broad minded, while noting the key does not fit their door. The quip ends with a playful twist.
Spectators Try to Rattle Players at Ball Game
Readable portions describe spectators attempting to distract players at a ball game while a Bil liard tournament incident led to an offender’s ejection. The text lacks clear names or dates but notes conduct and response in competitive settings.
Big Deal Low's Real Estate Sale Details
The record describes a large real estate transaction involving Wing selling property including a former apartment house and other assets. The deal reportedly valued around $200,000 with part payment comprising a farm, a factory site, and a row of small brick buildings, and $18 in cash is noted.
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Low
Loiz
Positively Brutal Oddity Sparks Banter
Quoted exchanges describe Dashley in a frenzied night of drinking and sentimentality. The dialogue hints at regret and a desire to cleanse the past with a sharp remedy, reflecting a playful if brutal backroom mood.
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Dashley
A Simile on Tikes and Modern Manners in Eugenics
A simile notes a man out of his element comparing to a fish out of water. The exchange hints that an old-fashioned gentleman feels displaced when speaking with a modern woman whose interest lies in eugenics.
Geese Feathers and Feather Weight Yields
A historical note explains feather weight yields from geese. It states that six geese yield about one pound when nicked for feathers, and three geese yield one pound when killed.
Goats Profitable Livestock With Varied Breeds For Rain Protection
The article notes goats are hardy and more efficient than cows, yielding substantial milk. Toggenburg and Saanen are favored but many breeds exist. Goats need shelter from cold rain, sturdy fencing, and proper milking schedules. They produce up to three quarts daily for months, with peak capacity by the third year.
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Tymas
A. Joshi
Portable House for Swine
The Colorado experiment station describes a compact eight by eight by eight foot portable sow house. It uses a frame of 2x12s with aron siding, no floor, and two doors for ventilation and movement. Lightweight and affordable, it can be moved on a wagon or boat, disinfected easily, and kept clean to prevent disease.
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Colorado Experiment Station
Shipping Breeding Pigs Caution and Care Notes
Shipping breeding pigs requires careful handling and prompt delivery. Buyers should wire orders to ensure timely transit and return, as pigs can become chilled in crates at cold stations and may suffer if left waiting on platforms.
Cure for eczema on hands with Cuticura in 1912 notice
Mrs Lawrence Ebbs reports her son suffered a severe hand eczema for about a year. The condition caused itching burning and pain preventing sleep. After using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment five times daily for six months the skin healed with no relapses. Sample offered by Cuticura Dept L Boston.
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Abbotsford
Wia
Lawrence Ebbs
Cuticura
Dept
Boaton
Bathing incentive offered by Harrison Bros and Co
Harrison Bros and Co invites 700 employees to bathe in company bath rooms and earn 15 cents per bath. A check is given after bathing and cashed on pay day. Dr. Francis D. Patterson oversees welfare, a former Philadelphia police surgeon and Penn athlete.
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Harrison Bros. & Co
Francis D. Patterson
Fromer
Talking Businessman and His Stenographer Lunch Bet
A society column snippet notes a business man avoiding cocktails and minimized chatter as talk surrounds a lunch with his stenographer. The remarks imply potential gossip yet emphasize restraint by the involved executive.
There is One Man Who Can Be Safe Always in Taking Lila
A quirky remark praises a singular figure described as the beauty doctor who can take customers at face value. The exchange hints at confidence and trust in handling clients.
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