A Travelogue Through America’s Railcar Humor
The narrator describes a cross country train journey with colorful passengers from an Irish grandmother to a fashionably worldly woman and her maid. Across Oklahoma Texas and Arizona they dodge washouts while a droll porter and witty fellow travelers provide comic relief amid long days on the road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Kan
Grand Canyon
George
Lorenette
Oklahoma
Texas
Fort Worth
Paso
Arizona
California
Enemies in the Way One of the Twelve Stories of Solomon
The Highways and Byways preacher recounts how Hadad the Edomite and Rezon of Damascus exploit Solomon's idolatry and tribute burdens to destabilize Israel. Spies in Jerusalem aid northern incursions as Solomons pleasures undermine loyalty, prompting fear of a prophesied division.
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Solomon
Hadad
Egypt
Joab
David
Damascus
Rezon
Bhadah
Tadadezer
Zobah
Israel
Jerusalem
Aezon
Pharaoh
Cme
Ahijah
Solomon and the Lords use of adversaries in earthly history
In interpreting a biblical line, the author argues that God directs events and can harness evil for a divine end. Human perception sees independent action, but from God's view, adversaries against Solomon serve punishment and preparation for a final righteousness. The message highlights faith amid struggle and cites David's hopeful belief in the Lord's goodness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon
God
Israel
Seeda
Hadad
Rezon
Eliadah
David
Solomon and the Gathering Storm of Pleasure and Power
The text warns that ongoing comfort and luxuries erode discipline and judgment. As Solomon’s appetite for ease grows, so does petulance and demand on officials, while extravagance and sensual living invite trouble and unrest for the kingdom. The growing storm looms despite moments of sunny calm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon
Loyal to Her Lord and a Widow’s Five Dollar Gift
A historical anecdote recalls Dr. William M. Paxton describing a poor widow who raised chickens on a tenement roof to donate a five dollar gold piece to missions. He notes she gave more in devotion than many wealthy contributors at the old First church in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M. Paxton
New York
From Corporal to Minister in Austrian Cabinet
M. Praschek rises from a corporal bugler in the army to enter the Austrian cabinet as minister replacing Count Auersperg. He is a small-scale farmer with a 60 acre farm and some income from selling his cows' milk. He served three years in the army in the reserve forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Praschek
Count Auersperg
Uncomfortable Time for Congregation on Truth
A minister urges tough truths from the pulpit provoking discomfort among some listeners who wish to exit early as he calls for introspection.
The Dove of Peace Ride Above Storms
A poetic note speaks of a dove of peace soaring above storms, its message enduring despite wind and wave.
Calvary Springs of Life Opened in Clear Spiritual Wells
A reflective meditation on renewal through Calvary, noting that streams of life begin anew daily and purity of origin remains steadfast as waters flow from sacred springs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calvary
Court Grants Helene Scholder Europe Music Study
The 12 year old cello prodigy Helene Scholder is permitted by New York courts to study in Europe. Judge Leventritt rejected an injunction from Prof. Karl Grienauer, allowing the child to pursue advanced musical education abroad despite her father Maurice Scholder's opposition. The barber father once faced funding limits while hoping to become a music professor. Henrietta Scholder previously studied piano in Vienna under Theodore Leschetzky funded by Gen. Thomas H. Hubbard.
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New York
Helene Scholder
Europe
Maurice Scholder
Henrietta
Helene
Karl Grienauer
Scholder
Henele
Leventritt
Supreme Court
Fruit-Eating Dog Nellie Becomes Local Favorite
Nellie a five year old carriage dog owned by Mrs. Thomas Sigman is a beloved office mascot in Reading. The gentle pet detests other dogs yet befriends people, shares in treats from friends and business folk, and even accepts medicine with a curious begging gesture when in pain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reading
Nellie
Thomas Sigman
Alderman Sands
Sheep Caravan Moves Through Colorado To Utah Range
A large flock of about 20 000 sheep escorted by 90 armed guards and 30 herders is driven from Montrose County Colorado to winter ranges in Utah. cattlemen protest due to grazing damage but so far no strong opposition has halted the caravan.
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Denver
Montrose County
Col
Utah
Montrose
Pocketbook Found in Lake Winona Pocket Won by Owner
Fishermen on Lake Winona pulled up a pocketbook containing notes and bank certificates totaling 1500 dollars along with about 10 dollars and a mileage book. The owner R. C G Stevenson, a local merchant, was notified and claimed the property. He had fallen into the lake last Independence Day while canoeing and nearly drowned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winona
Minn
R. C G. Stevenson
Stevenson
Boy Fined for Mailing Puppy From Kentucky
Lawrence Bunnell, 15, of Warren County was fined 315 in a United States court for mailing a puppy to a Lexington boy. He admitted tying a tag to the dog's neck and placing it in a mailbox saying he was sent to drown the animal but could not bring himself to do so.
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Louisville
Lawrence Bunnell
Warren County
Lawrence
Lexington
Fiddle Attracts Game Near West Branch Maine Camp
Guides report a camper playing a violin drew deer moose and other animals to a camp in Maine's West Branch region. A doe approached first followed by antlered bucks and a moose as small game animals swarmed toward the music.
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Bangor
West Branch
Maine
Loss to British Shipyards Declines in 1906 Tonnage
The year just closed shows British yards produced 187,000 fewer tons than in 1906, a drop of about ten percent. This mirrors nine ships of 20,000 tons each that were not built.
Garfield Tea Company advertisement and aphorisms
An assorted advertisement page promotes Garfield Tea products including Garfield Tea and Digestive tablets. It also features quotes and short props about headache causes and lifestyle, with address for Garfield Tea Co. Brooklyn New York and a note about laxative remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garfield Tea Co
Brooklvyn
N. Y
The Auto and the Cow Meet by Chance
A brief anecdote recounts an improbable encounter between an automobile and a cow. They met by chance, only once, leaving one party smitten and the other likely indifferent to further meetings.
Obstacle to Society Fad and Defiance Starch Claim
A Punch quip notes society seeks novel entertainment as hostesses invite ladies to bring their pet aversions. the piece suggests husbands may resist. The text also promotes Defiance Starch as safe for fine fabrics and powerful, reducing quantity needed for a perfect finish.
Tramp Finds Pocket Book Claims Lost Item
A tramp insists a pocket book containing $20,000 was lost and found by him on the street. The police judge asks for proof, the tramp replies with a hole in his pocket as evidence.
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Marshall P. Wilder
Kipling
Colorado
Annyway
Kansas City
County Down
Abigail
Nita
Sforzando
Meer
Ganymede
San Francisco
America
England
Leslie Carter
PRI
Barber
Redingite
Winter Range
Peruna Editorial NO. 1
Hartman
Peruna
Syrus
Lewis
E.w.grove
Goethe
Resolution
Mr. Brown
Mrs. Brown
Bae ' Ae
Nona
Ory
Canada
Saskatchewan
Alberta
C. 1. Broughton
Quincy Bldg
Chicago
Rugers
Ind
T. O. Currie
Callahan Block
Milwaukee
Wis
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