Open country churches face decline despite rural wealth
L B Crosby notes widespread neglect of country church buildings and memberships in Minnesota and surrounding states. He cites abandoned barns conversion, shrinking Baptist rural membership, and aging congregations while rural life grows richer, urging pastors to lead community service and social life to revitalize country parishes.
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Reona
Illinois
Nebraska
Iowa
Minnesota
Minesota
Minnesota Baptiste
Ojen
Church of the Open Country
Chicago
Staite Normal School Anl University
Country Church
Thone
Country Life
Butterfield
Drabn Frederick Oberlin
Kingdom of God
Chmnch
L. B. Crosby
Standard
Extradition of Thaw Ordered by New Hampshire Governor
Concord New Hampshire November 8 Governor Felker ordered the extradition of Harry K Thaw to New York authorities after New York County indictment for conspiracy tied to Mattewan asylum escape Thaw to be held by U S Marshal Note and Sheriff Drew pending federal proceedings and habeas corpus petition amendments expected by Thaws lawyers
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Concord
N. H
Felker Jory
State of New York
Harry K. Thaw
Thaw
Dutchess County Grand Jury
New York County
United States
Note
Drew
Why the Horse Stopped in Indiana
A traveler notes a farmer in trouble with his horse. The animal would start, stall, then move a short distance and stop. The farmer claimed no fear of a horse but the horse would not listen or respond to commands.
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Indiana
Godby
Wudee
Land for sale near Mt Airy on Fancy Gap road
About 25 acres in suburbs of Mt Airy on Fancy Gap road. Land lays well and has been well cultivated. Used for trucking and has had twelve thousand lands of manure applied in five years. For further particulars contact seller.
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Mt. Airy
Fancy Gap
North Carolina Officials Refuse to Resign Despite AG Letter
The Attorney General McReynolds asks for the resignations of Western District District Attorney Holton and Marshal Logan and Eastern District District Attorney Seawell and Marshal Dockery. Officials refuse to quit and pledge to oppose removal at the White House if needed.
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Asheville
Greensboro
McReynolds
Holton
Marshal Logan
Seawell
Marshal Dockery
North Carolina
Themis
Department
Eml
White House
Arm and Equip Half Million Men on Short Notice
War plans by the army ordinance department outline arming and equipping 500000 men on short notice. Lieut. Col. J. T. Thanpsxon and Brigadier General William Oraz iar direct preparations with concentration camps, mobilization, and volunteer integration for rapid deployment.
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Army Ordinance Department
Uncle Sam
J. T. Thanpsxon
Ordinance Department
William Oraziar
Aone
Eseness
Straight and Narrow
A readable fragment recounts a dialogue about choosing a strict path, with characters Mim Ch Yame and an earnest friend discussing adherence and a peculiar tube shirt detail. The exchange hints at moral resolve and social expectation within a quirky setting.
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Frien
Cours
Mim Ch Yame
No Indication Huerta Will Abdicate in 1914
Mexico City reports show General Huerta giving no sign of resignation. Allies claim his plan is to keep the presidency through 1914 and push a new congress while defying Washington possibly to war. Rumors say he shifted cabinet ties and that US pressure may seek his ouster by Monday night. Financials improve as banks issue silver.
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Mexico City
Huerta
Senor Hobena
Ami
Vera Cruz
Natcom
Rinnai
United States
John Land
Wilson
Washington
Lind
National Palace
Gen. Huerta
Soi
Congress
Greensboro’s E J Justice Named Likely Special Prosecutor
E J Justice of Greensboro has been offered and may accept a position as a special prosecutor in the Department of Justice with a 7500 dollar yearly salary. The role would place him near the top of the department and could affect his bid to succeed Senator Overman. Justice’s appointment was urged by McReynolds aides and discussed with Senators Sammons and Overman.
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E. J. Justice
Greensboro
Senator Overman
California
Justice
Juste
Right of Possession in a Domestic Scene
In a domestic moment a young woman moves from her room to the parlor where she confronts a male visitor and their family pet sits nearby. The exchange reveals tension as she scolds him yet he resists leaving, claiming he arrived first.
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Mabel
Notice of Sale Under Deed of Trust in Mount Airy
Default on a note of 770 dollars secured by a deed of trust on property in Mount Airy North Carolina leads to a public sale on December 4 1913 at 1 PM in front of the Town Hall. The tract lies in Surry County and is described by boundary lines along Junction Street. Kh E Hollingsworth appears as the beneficiary.
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J. R. Davis
J. C. Hollingsworth
Mount Airy N.C
Surry County
N.C
Mt. Airy
Junction St
Seid Street
Bright November Meteor Showers Seen Across Heavens
The article notes unusually clear skies in November favoring meteor displays. It mentions a strong swarm from Leo expected in the coming days with swift, bright trails. Forecasters cite reduced forest fires and favorable atmospheric conditions for optimal viewing.
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Leo
Breame County Treasurer Prepares Kilmer Estate Appraisal
The treasurer of Breame county will file with the County Surrogate a statement appraising the estate of the late M. Kilmer of this city. The large fortune of Willis Saarpe Kikmer, his wife, is reported at about 2,600,000. The notice appears in the election district of Sweepdioat.
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Breame County
M. Kilmer
Fortume
Willis Saarpe Kikmer
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Washington Dispatch
the Oulla
Kh. E. Hollingsworth
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