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Bob Kaiser a New York City salesman at United Cigar Stores foiled a $4000 hold up with his hands bound and gagged after a thief demanded cash. He chased the crooks through Broadway and Thirty-second Street, tackled one in front of Pennsylvania Station, and helped police arrest both Bandits received seven year sentences. Kaiser earned a $550 bonus plus a raise and vacation.
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Tom Eagan
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Dunning Notice Warns Debtors of June Settlement
A 19th century style notice warns debtors this is the last request. It promises thanks for those who settle by the 18th of June and warns those who do not that collectors will pursue the accounts more aggressively and expensively.
Rifles Used in Civil War Armament Overview
A survey notes that a great variety of arms were in use during the Civil War. It says percussion ignition influenced many flintlock transfers in government possession and that government armory muskets and rifles were adapted to this ignition style. Breechloading rifles carbines repeating arms and foreign weapons were also used.
Oath Taken by Justices of the Supreme Court
The oath sworn by a United States Supreme Court justice pledges to administer justice without regard to wealth, to provide equal rights, and to faithfully discharge duties per the Constitution and laws. An albino dingo in Australia proved unpopular among its kind when the first pure white dingo in Queensland was captured and killed by caged peers.
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United States Supreme Court
United States
Australia
Queensland
Now They're Putting Specs on Chickens
A humorous note describes hens wearing metal spectacles to look wise, highlighting the fashion of poultry accessory trends and the novelty of educated lookalikes among farm birds.
Making a window valance with a straight board
The article explains using a one by two inch straight board as a valance holder. Finish nails and screw eyes secure the board near the window top, with side drapes thumbtacked to the board. Drape folds create fullness, and the valance can be lifted off for cleaning.
Quotations Inspire Noble Resolve and Quiet Courage
A collection of maxims by James E. Ament Walter Lippmann Joseph Hall Edward Young urges self belief, steady deeds, and daily persistence. It emphasizes small moments shaping a life and remaining calm amid change.
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James E. Ament
Walter Lippman
Joseph Hall
Edward Young
Calming Influence Described as Heaven’s Gift
A concise aphorism notes that a calm demeanor is the most precious gift from Heaven, spreading like oil across troubled thoughts. Washington Irving’s sentiment emphasizes serenity, balance, and kindness as guiding virtues in daily life.
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