Betty Learns Value Paying for New Ribbon
A mother guides Betty from carelessness toward earning money to replace a lost ribbon. Betty does chores daily, learns the value of work, and saves pennies to buy a pale blue ribbon for a school festival, proving she understands cost and responsibility.
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Once a Thief Always One in W Morse Case
The piece chronicles W Morse a New York millionaire vessel man once jailed for bank and related robberies. After an apparent pardon he allegedly robbed the government again fleeing to Europe before France barred him. US Secret Service pursues him amid high priced defense by top lawyers.
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W. Morse
New Amsterdam Bank
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Morse
Uncle Sam
Secret Service
Europe
France
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Uncle Sam Should Adopt a Gimme Motto for Owing Nations
A provocative remark argues that the United States should adopt the blunt motto Gimme for European countries that owe it money or favors. The speaker uses hyperbole to urge tougher fiscal and diplomatic leverage.
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Sam
Punishment for a theater love triangle in Chicago tale
Coralie Richmond contemplates punishment after Bob Hempstead ends their romance to marry elsewhere. Lily, the nurse, counsels devotion while Coralie arranges a plan to reconnect with Raphael Vernon and steer Bob’s fate. The story follows romantic tension between Coralie, Bob, and their social circle across city life.
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Rea
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Mistah Hempstead
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Coralie Richmond
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Coralié
Love and Longing Across Open West
Barrie abandons city life for a western ranch and wanders in search of a distant nut brown maid from his youth. He rekindles memories as Lillian, now a steady wife, holds the home while Prairie Flower captivates the men with riding and warmth. Barrie confronts rival desires and returns home seeking the familiar comfort of Lillian.
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Making Our Own Democracy Progress
A newspaper editorial urges broader federal investment in small towns and rural counties. It argues paving and sewer projects raise national prosperity, health, and civic unity, claiming federal spendings yield ten to one hundred dollars in nation wealth per dollar spent. The piece frames this as practical progress and calls for ongoing government investments.
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Unknown Heroes of the Great War
Poem honors unnamed fallen soldiers who fell in battle and rest in unknown graves. It recalls mothers waiting for sons, soldiers joining the colors, and the call of duty echoed as the unknown dead are laid to rest. Signed by B. O. Dexter, Okemah, Oklahoma.
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Doctor Prodded Nurse Over Night Cough
A local doctor questions a nurse about the patient’s night cough but the nurse reminds him he has not sent in his bill yet. The exchange hints at financial concerns amid medical duties.
Thought on truth and deception from a daily quote
A reflective line noting that a liar appears more engaging than someone who stubbornly repeats harsh truths, offering a blunt take on honesty and intrigue.
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