War on the wolves expert saved stock from depredation
George Clinton reports the federal Biological Survey led by Vernon W Bailey finding wolves and coyotes prey on elk in the Jackson Hole region. Bailey traced dens in rocky caves and urged killing young wolves, saving hundreds of thousands in stock losses and restoring balance after years of wolf predation.
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George Clinton
Washington
Biological Survey
The
Agricultural Department
Jackson Hole
Congress
Vernon W. Bailey
Roosevelt
Bailey
Dena
National Museum
Louisiana
United States
America
Mississippi River
Senate
War Department
Joe Wheeler
Arlington
Wheeler
Oak of Arlington Replaces Soldier Monuments in Tribute
The piece notes an old oak at Arlington National Cemetery honoring Union veteran Schofield and Confederate Wheeler, with Wheeler buried near the site and Schofield lacking a long-lasting monument. It contrasts a natural landmark with the sparse memorial for the northerner. It also recounts pension debates for Crow tribe widows and Fechet's Civil War era actions, ending with a satirical column on temperament.
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Schofield
Wheeler
Arlington
George Washington
Robert E. Lee
Schoffield
Potomac
Washington
Richmond
Senate
Bullhead
Shavehead
Little Eagle
Hawkman
Front de Boeuf
Scott
Sitting Bull
Grand River
Fechet
University of Ilinois
Mary Bullhead
Annie Shavehead
Congress
Old Friends Trade Cash In casual loan exchange
Allen asks Duncan for a ten dollar loan to buy a birthday gift for his wife. Duncan lends it and says repayment can wait until Allen needs money next, with Allen repaying Thursday. Later they meet and Duncan hands over the ten, noting their friendship and mutual trust.
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Mars
Allen
Duncan
Nix
Morocco
Tripoli
Seyyid Khalil
Palm Oasis
Zouara
Seyyid Khali
Curious White Island A Sulphur Island Near New Zealand
White Island lies thirty miles northeast of New Zealand and rises 900 feet above the sea. It is a vast sulphur rock with a 50 acre interior lake at 110 degrees Fahrenheit, surrounded by pungent steam vents and perpetual dark clouds. An old plan to mine its sulphur failed for lack of capital.
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Grand River
Standing Rock Agency
Seventh Cavalry
Big Foot
Wounded Knee Creek
Sitting Bull
Take the Hat
Dennis
Swift Hawk
Hugh
White Buffalo
Luke
Eugene
Fechet
Bullhead
Shavehead
Plains
Little Company of Indian Police
War Department
Eighth Cavalry
New Zealand
White Island
Dialogue Between Judge and Prisoner From Harper's Weekly
A Harper's Weekly piece quotes a judge expressing sorrow and a prisoner replying. The exchange centers on remorse and the cycle of crime with the prisoner blaming bad company and an intrusive cop, illustrating a moral courtroom moment.
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Harper’s Weekly
Bull Stirs London by Rampage Across Rooftops
A frightened bull driven to the York Road cattle market ran up four adjoining buildings and onto the roof, evading capture for hours. Police and drovers fired from rooftops, and a final rifle shot killed the animal after a long chase. The carcass was disposed of below amid a blocked street.
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London
York Road
Sixteen Years in Her Bed in Macedon Woman Holds Bed Vow
Macedon New York Mrs Corser reportedly remained in bed for sixteen years to honor a vow demanding her husband never drink. After his death she could not rise. long unused legs fail to sustain her. She managed the home and sewing from bed and kept herself well despite the vow.
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Macedon
N. Y
Jay Corse
Camden man admits soaking corn to steal chickens
William Campbell admitted he soaked corn in a chloral mixture to knock out chickens so he could steal them. He was sentenced to six months in jail.
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Camden
N. J
William Campbell
New Leap Year Rule Noted in Orville
In Orville Ohio girls adopt a customs rule guiding their escorts and dance partners to the men’s homes and to return to their own residences without crowding or courting.
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Orville
Ohio
Couar
Desert Crossing to Tripoli A perilous trek with Arab caravan
Ostler details a harsh trek across the Tripoli frontier by camel and rain bound for Tripoli. He endures freezing winds, sodden tents, and a tense bargain with desert caravan leaders while negotiating passage and payment amid Moroccan and Italian conflict shadows.
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Lan Ostler
London Express
Tripoli
Ostler
Tunis
Yoicez
Nasary
Morocco
Spain
Italy
Africa
Advertising Makes Business
A Trade Review note argues that well advertised pianos sell better than under advertised rivals. It contrasts manufacturers with rising sales to those whose products lag due to poor promotion. The piece urges up to date advertising to attract customers who value clear, visible business practices.
Building Character Through Resistance and Transformation
The quote reflects that strong character arises from resisting evil urges, tempering amiability with disciplined self-control, and generosity born from overcoming selfish impulses. It emphasizes enduring opposition as a forge for enduring virtue.
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Johnny
Puck
Nimal
Buildinga
New York
Tripoli Desert
Deyton
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