Town Thieves and Quiet Justice in the Swamp
Uncle Josi and Mrs Boone argue for vigilant punishment of thieves as Wayne and Dick clash over manners and a mitten incident. Dick confronts Wayne amid escalating tension while Tick observes, tension rising toward a possible fight at the gate.
Rival Pursuits and Pledges in a Small Town
Dick defeats Wayne's aggression at the gate and warns him to stay away. The pair's feud promises further trouble as Wayne bears a bruise from the clash and vows revenge, while Rhoda frets over singing lessons and Wayne's attentions. Dick questions Wayne's motives and warns Rhoda to be wary of his influence. Rhoda backs away from Dick after the singin g school scene and he walks home alone.
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Wayne
Samantha
Mr. Porter
Ezra
Dic
Samanthy
Nannie
Mr. Wayne
Rhoda
Stevens
Ned
Rho Wayne
Rho
Rhode
Dick Brayton
Lyoul
Nannie Boone
Wolves Scare Lions in Dark African Tale
In a Youth's Companion note, French explorer Foa recalls lions fearing wolves that hunt in packs. He narrates a night when a party, dogs barking and wolves howling in the distance, caused a panicked stampede and kept the group undisturbed for the rest of the night.
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Monsieur Foa
Monsisur Poa
Why He Was Afraid to Bid
An auction at a country store offers a buggy robe. An old farmer worries a bid is risky, recalling past purchases and his wife’s stern reaction. The buyer hesitates, fearing a poor value that would anger his wife and prove a cheat.
Thief's Cleverness Surprises Clerkenwell Court
Solomon Buffler and a companion were convicted of burglary in a jeweler's shop. Buffler hid two diamond rings from police searches and passed one to his wife by placing it in her mouth while in custody. The second ring remained under his tongue until a court exposure led to its discovery.
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Clerkenwell
Solomon Buffler
London Globe
Words that Defy Common Pronunciation
The Indianapolis Press notes frequent mispronunciations such as Lares-Lay-reez Origes-Or-jiz Plenipotentiary Plen-i-po-ten-shi-a and Yeast pronounced yeest with new usage. It lists several terms and their proper or common forms including Fenian and Giuseppe.
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Giuseppe
Joo-sep
Eester
Eest
Zanzibar
Indianapolis Press
What She Told Him A Washinton Pastor and a Stranger
A church pastor in Washington left his study to find a girl friend of his speaking with a stranger. The child was asked what the man said to her and replied that the man asked if Dr. C was the preacher. She added she told him the pastor was the present encumbrance.
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Washiton
Madre
Dr. C
Periodicals in Paris Show Small Yearly Increase
Paris markets report a modest rise in periodicals with nearly one additional title than last year. A lone fisherman is highlighted in a quirky yarn about catching tales.
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Paris
Pekin Ducks Best for Profit in Market Rearing
The Pekin duck is favored for money making with 10 to 12 pound pairs at 10 to 12 weeks, beating Rouen on weight and skin quality. Large farms prefer Pekin for market value. Also notes cattle fertilizer costs and a Shire mare sold for 5500 dollars at public auction in England.
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Aylesbury
Rouen
Hendre Crown Princess
Lord Wantage
England
Prince Harold
Independent Farmer and Small Packing Ventures Traced
The piece discusses small scale packing operations and independent farmers in Missouri and the Midwest, contrasting with monopolistic firms and highlighting transportation and storage advantages. It also covers home garden methods, brooding setups, and the value of diversified farming for resilience.
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Tepreseure
Misiste Chicken
Teryjy
Sas
Missouri
Tlinojsan
aDRE CROWN Dam and Melon Growing Notes
aDRE CROWN dam is praised by the president with a long list of honors including first prize and gold medal at the Royal Show in Birmingham. Mentions selling melons after careful planting on sandy slope and notes selling $2250 worth of melons with many over forty pounds. Packers in Poultry Business discusses Swift and Armour firms expanding control of the industry.
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Birmingham
W. C. Crook
Swift and Armour Companies
Water access and lime use for crops and livestock
The article weighs the cost of watering cattle by labor and milk loss against installing a cistern or yard water access. It also notes lime’s value on onion beds to destroy worms and improve manure availability. Onions draw deep roots and demand rich soil resources for productive growth.
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