Brampton and the Natchez War Declaration Saga
English spy William Brampton known as the White Indian travels the Mississippi toward Biloxi and Bilene to relay Natchez war news. He aids Claire Dahlegaarde, confronts Old Six Fingers, meets Narbonne, and awaits Damoan the Fox who will clear or condemn him as a spy as he plans escape to New Orleans.
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Mississippi
Biloxi
Louisiana
William Brampton
Natches
Bienville
Brampton
Jules
Basile Matter
Maire
France
Claire Dahlegaarde
Paris
Old Six Fingers
New Orleans
Francois Narbonne
New World
Natchez
Damoan the Fox
Damoan
Claire
Narbonne
Five Pistoles and a Secret Bargain at Pascagoula
In a tense gateway scene, Jules negotiates with Matter to flee by boat with five pistoles. The plan involves a fragile ruse to escape a guard and reach Pascagoula bay, hoping to rendezvous by sundown as they scheme to outwit pursuers and secure money for a perilous voyage.
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Jules
Pascagoula Bay
Monsieur
Pontchartrain
Lake Pontchartrain
Pascago
Pensacola
Jules Matter
France
The White Indian Meets a Hungry Stranger at Biloxi
A lone narrator hiding in Biloxi fort wards off Damian the Fox and escapes with papers after a tense confrontation. He evades guards, outsmarts the foxlike foe, and flees toward Pascagoula bay, aided by a Choctaw trader with corn and bear fat.
The False Trail Chapter In The Dark
In a tense scene a man shifts position to face a hidden observer and draws a pistol ready to strike. He then reveals a large cassetete and iron tomahawk, placing it on the table with a bang before slumping back in his chair.
Measuring rainfall in tons per acre debated
Two men argued over rainfall weight per acre with figures of 101 and 113 tons. The U S Department of Agriculture notes both are incorrect. The article explains the long ton 2240 pounds and the short ton 2000 pounds, with the short ton being more common in the United States.
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Acre
Weather Bureau
United States Department of Agriculture
Great Britain
Let the World Know Boost Mobile as a Boom
The piece argues for aggressive city promotion through bands and publicity. It compares Mobile Bay boosters to other booming cities and explains that publicity is the core tactic, likening it to branding and mass messaging to attract attention and investment.
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Mobile Bay
Mobile
United States
Baldwin Bridge
South
Atlanta
New Orleans
Omaha
Kansas City
Seattle
Los Angeles
Boards of Trade
Chambers of Commerce
Moblile Register
Attractive Door Yard Has Monetary Value
A Wisconson bulletin on Planning and Planting Home Grounds argues that well planned grounds add beauty and value without high costs. F A Rust notes small, steady plantings of trees shrubs and flowers enhance property value and create year round appeal.
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F. A. Rust
Horticulture Department
University of Wisconsin
Zoning Laws Under Scrutiny by Builders
The Chicago Post argues zoning laws deserve careful study by builders. Laws protect districts from unwanted structures and, though recent, show wisdom in established areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Post
Watching Leaning Trees In Yard Care
Caution on irregular tree growth and methods to correct faults. Winds from a prevailing direction tend to push trees inclinedly. Bracing when young helps them grow upright, and keep surrounding ground spaded and fertilized for healthier growth.
Spokane principals study child accounting methods
In Spokane Washington 43 school principals are taking a special course in child accounting led by the city superintendent to align with a new city wide system. College extension credits from the State College of Washington will be awarded upon course completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Wash
State College of Washington
Signs for Tourists Boost Help on Main Highways
The American Automobile Association says towns on main highways should post suitable identification signs so tourists can avoid frequent stops to ask for the town name.
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American Automobile Association
Doan
Fireproof Roofs Cut Fire Risk in Big Cities
Cities ban wooden roofs and promote fireproof materials as safer options. Builders highlight several durable choices already available in the market to replace wood roofing systems.
Style of Garage Matches House Exterior
A design guidance urges making garages echo house style using the same exterior materials for a cohesive look across the property.
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Hugh Pendexter
Chapter
Basile Mattor
Sergeant Suarez
Gulf
Gaston
Morbleu
Suarez
Damian the Fox
An Deere
Damian
Mademoiselle Dahisgaarde
Savannah
Matter
Pascagoulas
TOBH
Peru
Mitchell Salve
Avon
New York City
Hardway & Cathey Bankers Mortgage Bldg
Houston, Tex
Germany
Texas
R. L. Smith
Broadway
Winnsboro
Eave
Foster-Milburn Co., Mfg. Chem
Buffalo, N. Y
Tormvorrow Alright
Colan Ye — A
Seta
Houston
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