Old Mark Outbids Relatives to Reclaim Farm
Old Mark Evans wins a farm auction after outbidding his cruel niece and her husband. He reveals his life insurance funded the purchase and will leave the farm to Lucy, with Frank and Lucy to run it until his death. The Adams family reaction shifts from sneers to astonished acceptance.
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Philip Adams
Lucy Smith
Frank Smith
Mark Evans
Adams
Phil
Philip
Mark
Lucy
Old Mark
Mrs. Adams
Frank
Jane
Pshaw
Philly
Adamses
Rib graft restores jaw in European military hospital
In Paris at the American Ambulance Hospital a soldier with half his lower jaw missing received a rib graft from a second badly wounded man. Three inches of rib were transplanted to the jaw area and the procedure was entirely successful marking a landmark in wartime surgery.
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Europe
Paris
One Monograph Lost to Literature
Berry M. Aull of Chiggerbite describes attempting a monograph on the Futility of Everything but concludes that writing is futile. He abandons the nuanced work as the truth of the theme sinks in, illustrating a sternly logical mind's resolve.
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Berry M. Aull
Chiggerbite
Kansas City Star
Colors in Annuals for Profitable Garden Beds
For summer flowering annuals, mass plantings of a single species yield best color and longer display. Choose top varieties like lady's breastpin caliopsis, single dahlias, chrysanthemum-flowered asters, and avoid mixed packets. select two or three standout colors such as lavender white and rose. With pansies, sweet peas, and asters, you ensure abundant cut flowers for all occasions.
Watering and Staking Garden Plants for a Dry Season
Water gloxinia thoroughly ensuring soil moisture to roots. Save wash suds for watering. Support dahlias with four foot stakes plus extra for insertion, one inch thick, painted dull green. Tie stalks with broad cloth strips to avoid wind damage.
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L. M. Bennington
Bruch Completes Unique Two Pianos and Orchestra Concerto
On his seventy-eighth year Max Bruch, famed German composer and pianist who once vowed to stop creating at seventy, has completed a novel concerto for two pianos and orchestra. It is the only work of this kind from his pen, despite his celebrated keyboard skill.
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Max Bruch
Bruch
DO NOT OMIT THE SHRUBS
A garden note describes reserving sun shaded corner for an herb bed and lists plants to add this year. It specifies sage, chives, lavender, mint, summery savory, thyme, winter savory, tarragon, and dill plants or roots to purchase for flavoring and cooking.
London Not Foreign to France Loan to Guildhall Exhibit
The loan of 40 masterpieces from the Louvre Luxembourg and Versailles to a London military exhibition at the Guildhall marks the first such exchange. The Beaux Arts ministry noted London is not a foreign country to us, despite a law against sending national collection objects abroad.
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London
France
Louvre
Luxembourg
Versailles
Guildhall
Ministry of the Beaux Arts
London Globe
An Awkward Position by J H Ralston
The Moody Bible Institute official J H Ralston addresses a tricky stance faced by believers in public life. He discusses integrity, faithfulness, and practical guidance for spiritual workers navigating contemporary pressures.
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J. H. Ralston
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Peter and Jesus The Cost of Discipleship and Public Witness
The text analyzes Peters denial before a kitchen maid as a test of true discipleship. It emphasizes companionship with Jesus, marks of discipleship, and the danger of misplaced confidence. It notes Christians are recognizable by open faith, service, and willingness to witness amid worldly pressure.
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Peter
Jesus
Gethsemane
Matthew
Jesus Christ
St. Francis
Disciples of Christ
Christian Church
Paul
God
Rome
Judas Iscariot
Automatic turntable lets cars reverse without leaving the vehicle
California introduces an automatic turntable for motor cars allowing reverse driving without exiting. Two roller sets align with the platform so the left rear wheel rests on a roller, then shifting to reverse starts the mechanism. The platform pivots on a center bearing and revolves slowly on a steel track.
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California
Aerial Observation Cars Versus Kite Systems in War
The report compares German and French observation methods. Germans use a laddered car observer raised to about 35 feet, while French deploys a motor vehicle with kite–drawn baskets and a two‑stage kite ropeway. Engine power lifts and lowers observers, enabling rapid retreat and sustained air pressure for lift.
Tire wear and racing speed raise car costs
An expert warns that high speed in driving damages tires and boosts expenses. He notes that racing-like speeds waste time and replace worn tires, urging private owners to avoid turning touring trips into road races.
Varnishing the Automobile Care in Autumn
Car owners are urged to varnish and paint cars during autumn to protect delicate color coats. A coat of color plus varnish may prevent costly repainting later, and thorough protection is essential for maintaining the finish.
Motor ambulances aid Indian troops and Russian wounded
A fleet of motor ambulances is being assembled for Indian soldiers serving with the allies. The king queen Mary and Queen Alexandra each contribute one vehicle. In London a subscription funds motor ambulances for the Russian empress’s wounded cavalry.
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Queen Mary
Queen Alexandra
London
Russia
Formosa Synod Reports Growth in Christian Work
The Synod of Formosa formed in 1918 notes rapid faith expansion from zero worshippers fifty years ago to about 30 600 today with 300 Christian workers evangelizing the island.
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Formosa
Synod of
Island
Causes of Lamp Filament Breakage in Automotive Lamps
The article suggests lamp filament breakage may result from looseness of bulbs in their sockets and rattling can hasten filament destruction. It notes looseness can exist without interrupting current flow.
Surgeons Offer Steel Backbone Reinforced Concrete Hope
Surgical forecast notes surgeons have supplied one man with a steel backbone and reinforced concrete may follow. The report hints at pioneering implants and future procedures in medical science.
Cellon window material touted as nearly unbreakable
A major explosives maker introduces cellon, a transparent, flexible, and fire resistant material for automotive windows. It resists breakage under handling and bending, can be produced up to 0.5 inches thick, and weighs about 2.6 ounces per 100 square inches at 0.04 inch thickness.
Oil Lubricating Spring Box Fixes Squeaks
A two part oil box clamps to automobile springs delivering constant oil via side openings. The inner bearing face uses fibrous material kept soaked to ensure even lubrication on the spring. Published in Popular Mechanics.
Proved It Was Gas in Cautionary Garage Dispute
Two garage workers argued over a can of clear liquid. One claimed water the other gasoline. A lit match was thrown. a fire ensued injuring the lighter who was fined $25 for malicious destruction of property.
Keep Dry Cells Dry Start Induction Engine Notes
Keep dry cells dry to avoid short circuits when starting the magneto. Dampness in new cells causes failures and makes starting the engine hard, so store them in a dry place and handle with care.
Early Maintenance Tip on Engine Bearings
At 2000 miles the average car needs a slight tightening of crank shaft and connecting rod bearings to prevent small knocks. Ignoring these sounds leads to rapid damage to those parts.
Man Uses Board to Mark Hazard in Roadway
A large boulder hidden by tall grass blocked the road. A gentleman driver nearly struck it and then stuck a board into the ground to warn approaching motorists, preventing damage to other cars.
Ash Sifter Patent Sparks New York Invention
Toothed wheels turn within an ash sifter, designed to break clinkers. Invented in New York, the device emphasizes mechanical action to reduce clinker buildup and improve fuel ash handling.
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New York
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W. G. Chapman
Sabe
Ey Finis
Cnetn
Julie Adams Powell
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