Fraulein Becker's Ruse Causes Duel Chaos in Berlin
Fraulein Anna Becker fabricates messages to lure her brother Carl Becker from Berlin. She insults several men to provoke duels with Becker and Captain Koch. The plan backfires as multiple challengers gather, and Koch and Becker are compelled to settle their dispute as Anna watches.
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Fraulein
Anna Becker
Berlin
Carl
Herman Borngesser
Carl Becker
Fraulein Anna
Herr Borngesser
Herr Lieutenant
Boch
Koch
Becker
Pentieman
Anna
Germany
Montreal Churches Awe with Grand Interiors and Ships Lamp Decor
Montreal houses brim with faith as churches draw crowds from neighbors and visitors. Notre Dame seats up to 10 000 with thousands often standing while Bonsecours shines with ship shaped lamps echoing historic sea legends.
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Montreal
Notre Dame
Niagara Falls Honeymoon Tradition Recalled in History
A nostalgic reminiscence recounts Niagara Falls as the central American sight and a rite of passage for couples. It recalls honeymoon rituals, social expectations, and the era when brides and grooms considered a trip to Niagara essential to marriage and postnuptial celebration.
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Niagara
Gulf of St. Lawrence
Niagara Falls
Gritting Teeth and the Hidden Dental Strain
A New York Sun excerpt notes average teeth pressure at 250 pounds per square inch during grinding at ball games or rent days. A dentist recounts a porcelain tooth cracking under such stress, warning about potential damage and dismissive patients, then veers to an old folk remedy for fishbone removal using raw eye and mashed potatoes.
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New York Sun
Skeptical quip on dyspepsia from Philadelphia Bulletin
The Philadelphia Bulletin quotes a back-and-forth remark about dyspepsia with one side joking that complaints prove the ailment while the other denies it. The exchange playfully contrasts acknowledgment and denial of indigestion.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
Iowa Republicans Organize House Speaker Atkinson Elected
The Iowa general assembly caucus selected W I Atkinson of Butler as speaker on the first ballot with 38 votes. Lee Elwood of Howard becomes speaker pro tem and W C Ramsey of Wright becomes ablet clerk. Ballot results showed Justine Barry 27 and Henry Brady 9. A test on admitting George Ball failed 34 to 32.
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W. I. Atkinson
Butler County
General Assembly of
Iowa
Republician
Lee Elwood
Howard County
W. C. Ramsey
Wright County
Abtet
Atkinson
Justine Barry
Linn
Henry Brady
Dallas
T. F. Griffin
Woodbury
E. L. Wood
Wilson
George Ball
Barry
Rathburn
Poweshiek
Helming
Allamakee
Mr. Ball
First American Dreadnought America
In 1791 the seventy four gun line of battleship America was launched at Portsmouth New Hampshire. Paul Jones directed its construction after a Bonhomme Richard victory. Congress gifted the ship to France after the war ended, so the first US battleship never fought under the American flag.
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America
Portsmouth
N. E
Paul Jones
Jones
Europe
Congress
France
Magnifique
Boston
United States
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Pavement Artist Swindled by Impudent Boy
A cleaner, dirtier youth stealthily replaced a departing street artist at the pavement, posed in the proper manner, and collected two pennies from bystanders before returning to his spot while the original performer watched. The ruse, a swift wink as he passed, showcased a sharp act of deception.
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London Chronicle
Read Face Reads Spark Mayme Blush Remark
A Balti more American snippet notes Mayme blushes when her face is read. The exchange suggests people often blush during face reading.
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Mayme
Baltimore
Couple Plans Frugal Life After Fiance Salary Talk
A Brooklyn Citizen quote portrays a couple discussing budget cuts to cope with a small income. They plan to economize and forgo many of Jack’s needs to manage daily living costs.
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Jack
Brooklyn Citizen
Probate Notice for Wm Stambaugh in Jones County Iowa
State of Iowa Jones County District Court. Notice to all concerned that the last will and testament of Wm Stambaugh, deceased, filed Jan 14 1915 will be probated Jan 20 1915 at the New term of court. Interested parties may appear to show cause why probate should not be granted. Clerk G A Fisher. Herricks and Reed attorneys for the estate.
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State OF
Iowa
Jones County
Wm Stambaugh
Wm. Stambaugh
G. A. Fisher
Herricks & Reed
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Stomach Help
Don’t use medicines only for temporary relief. Mayr's Wonderful Remedy targets catarrhal stomach conditions, reduces inflammation, and aids the entire digestive tract. It’s endorsed by diverse professionals and sold with a money back guarantee if one bottle fails to satisfy.
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Mayr
Congress
the Supreme Court
Geo. H. Mayr
Whiting St
Chicago
Ilinois
W A Mirick M D Physician in Monticello Iowa
Dr W A Mirick announces office at his residence on South Cedar Street Monticello Iowa He offers prompt day or night medical care and surgical services to residents and neighbors seeking timely attention.
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South Cedar St
Monticello
Iowa
Eflers & Bolton
Auction and sale notices for farm stock and equipment
For sale Poland China pigs each sex ready for delivery in Jones county by W. T. Kehoe. Auction at Thomas Cashen farm near Prairieburg Monticello Castle Grove area on Tuesday January 19 includes 11 head of horses 21 head cattle 20 Holstein milch cows 34 hogs 25 tons hay 2 400 bushels corn and various implements auctioneers Frank Byrne and L P Waddick.
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Peter ‘Hasler
Will Gall
Thomas Cashen
Prairieburg
Monticello
Castle Grove Catholic Church
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Fraulein Becker
W. A. Mirick, M. D
L. G. Stabler
Poland
China
Ed G
Brazelton
D. P. Young
Ford Garage
Will Wenger
Langworthy
Mildred Pierce
John Wilhelm
Harvey Oil Co
Cleveland, Q
Lusben Farm
George Watt.& Son
W. R. Leibsle
Suter & Son
W. T. Kehoe
Bankers
Life Ins. Co
L. P. Waddick
Apent
Chiropractic
Monticello State Bank
Anamosa
N. Garnavilla St
L. A. Beaver
D.C
Hall
J. J. Cheney, & CO
Toledo
F. ‘J. Cheney
National Bank OF Commerce
O. _ Hall
IW Doxser
Atiporney
Lavell Rinek
Monticelin Lowe
Frank Byrne
Monticello Iowa
M. Ross
James Ram
Remley & Remley
Main Street
M.W. Herrick
Reed Herrick
Reed Attorneys AT Law
Fred Puleston
J. E. Bateman
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