Saxton reorganizes Poindexter ranch and ousts Snyder
Saxton surveys the Poindexter place and plans cattle operations. He dismisses Snyder after exposing neglect, hires hands to repair fences, and gathers about one hundred cattle for sale at Great River. He courts Wheaton for guidance and advances the ranch venture while navigating bank leadership changes.
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Poindexter
Saxton
Snyder
Boyder
Jim Wheaton
Clarkson National
John
Ton
Clarkson
Bovton
Wheaton
Poindexter Place
Man Snyder
Pete
Howdy
Great River
From Tramps to Teller in Clarkson Bank
James Wheaton, aged 25, rises from a railroad line worker to a paying teller at Clarkson National Bank after years of steady study and effort. His journey through warehouse and office roles, aided by mentors, culminates with a board room summons on his birthday signaling a major promotion.
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Desir
Wheaton
Porter
Tollow
Thompson
New Mexico
Evelyn
Clarkson
Evelyn Porter
Raridan
Bachelors
Timothy Margrave
William Porter
James Wheaton
Ohio
James
Illinois
Chicago
Clarkson National Bank
Margrave
Seasion
Women and the Stage in Belasco Dinner Remarks
David Belasco, in a rare vacation mood after twenty years, reflects on immoral plays and the female audience. He cites a wife in his theater who interrupts a Salome style scene, asserting moral limits on disrobing and provocative dance.
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David Belasco
Hils
Clarence
A Bossness Secret in a New York Weekly Row
A fragmented exchange hints at a trader named Isaacs I and Mr Taanes discussing sales tactics. The text references dot coats and a discount approach through paper and string, with a sense of contrived profit in a New York Weekly context.
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Mr. Isaacs
Taanes
York
Tramp Accosted by Policeman Over Suspected Theft
A policeman confronts a tramp who denies stealing a mat, claiming a lady on the street gave it to him and told him to beat it. The judge remarks on the exchange and the alleged ownership dispute.
Safe method to destroy black powder by water
The article notes that dissolving saltpeter by immersing ordinary black gunpowder in water is the simplest and safest destruction method. It emphasizes the chemical action of water on saltpeter to decommission the powder.
Farm Telephones Bring Modern Convenience to Rural Life
The piece argues farm telephone service is spreading nationally, trading time and labor for efficiency. It cites a farmer ordering 100 bushels of seed oats by phone from ten miles away, and notes social and practical gains. It also mentions local fund-raising to establish service and urges community support. It then covers cholera vaccine progress, urging vaccination and hygiene measures alongside old remedies.
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United States Bureau of Animal Industry
Kansas State Agricultural College
Simple Trap Nest Construction for Hens
Describes an easy trap nest with a box 12 to 14 inches square and 20 to 24 inches long. Slats on a crosspiece near the top, two alle through the box to pivot, a backboard, and a trigger mechanism using a stick. To set, raise slats from the bottom. entering hen releases the door as the stick falls.
Siudy Fertiliser Maxims on Fertilizer Types
A compact note explains that per cent means parts in 100 and distinguishes direct versus indirect fertilizers. Indirect types include compounds like sulphate of iron sulphate of copper sulphate of magnesia and sulphate of lime which improve soil conditions without being direct plant food.
Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With Filing Steps
Remove the handle to clear the mower. File the edges of the revolving blades evenly so each blade strikes the horizontal blade uniformly across its length. File the horizontal blade as well and adjust the revolving blades so they lightly rub on the horizontal blade.
Hand Fertilizer Dropper Aids Small Farms In Savings
A Virginia inventor introduced a hand fertilizer dropper that uses a shaped bucket and a hinged valve to control a fine broad stream. The device promises convenience and cost savings for gardens, lawns, and small farms.
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Virginia
Water for the Chicks and Home Gardening Tips
Practical rural tips describe a simple drinker for chicks using a riveted pan on a tree with daily refills to ensure ample water. It notes birds may bathe, and stresses refilling to keep water clean. Also covered are the King ventilation system for barns with paired air flues and farm garden observations.
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Boston Herald
Cross Continent Auto Race Starts From City Hall
At the Pacific Exposition launch, New York City Mayor fired a gold revolver from City Hall steps to start five cars headed to Seattle. Guggenheim posts a 4000 dollar prize split between trophy and cash. Entrants include two Fords a Shawmut with three experts an Italian car and an Acme.
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New York
Seattle
M. R. Guggenheim
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