Silence at Big Muskeg Brings a Portage Crisis
Wilton returns to the camp near Big Muskeg to find liquor-fueled violence against Molly. He fights off a drunken mob aided by Digby, vows sanctions, and learns Bowyer pressures the couple. Molly confirms engagement and awaits Will’s plan while planning a future visit to Winnipeg.
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Wilton
Digby
Molly
Ambush and romance on the Missoubi line rescue
Builder Joe Bostock is killed in a swamp along the Missoubi railroad project. Engineer Wilton Carruthers survives, aided by Molly McDonald who saves him from attackers and dogs. Carruthers and Molly vow to wed as they race to Clayton to thwart Bostock’s rivals and keep control of the line for Mrs. Bostock.
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Joe
Kitty
Molly
Bowyer
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Ife
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Phayre
Jim Betts
Missabi
Joe Bostock
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Hudson's Bay Company
McDonald
Tom Bowyer
Western
Canada
United States
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Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
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Monstrous Birds of Ancient Times and Aepyornis Legends
A Tit Bits style survey traces giant prehistoric birds across the world. It notes wing spans and sizes from nine foot running raptors to ten foot tall Madagascar birds and a New Zealand giant reaching fourteen feet, with extinction timelines. It also quotes a passage from James Branch Cabell on a tedious spouse.
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Rocky Mountains
America
Madagascar
New Zealand
First Lady’s Letters Describe Early White House Comforts
Mrs John Adams described the White House as barn like and half furnished in letters that contrast with modern accounts of comforts and luxuries. The early mansion was later made more home like by Thomas Jefferson and his daughters after moving from Monticello VA.
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John Adams
Pennsylvania Avenue
Palace
Lingerie trends show style and comfort in fall undergarments
Fashion notes describe a shift toward silk and cotton blends with simple trims and practical suits. Gingham and chambray remain staple fabrics for dresses and daywear, while sets including chemise and step-ins gain popularity. The article highlights adaptable silhouettes with light, restrained decoration and versatile pieces for garden work and daily use.
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Nainsock
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Calais
Suit Jacket Styles for Beach and Mountain Wear
Fashion notes advise sleeveless jackets as practical beach and mountain wear. Matching is not essential with the skirt, but compatible color hints or strong contrast with the outfit is encouraged. Flannel jackets appear in white, black, colored checks, and bright colors, with red and white checks highlighted as striking.
Wall Paper Crafts for Home Improvement
Readable text notes items suited to wallpaper like waste baskets handkerchief cases lamp shades book ends and scrap book. It suggests covering cretonne under glass topped tables with no expense and using a new color scheme to relieve monotony.
Baltimore Woman Seeks Butter for Toast Ration Laughs
A playful exchange unfolds as a Baltimore woman asks for butter and smiles at a dealer who asks to confirm the product. She notes they seldom have rolls and prefer butter on toast, humorously framing a small domestic moment.
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Baltimore
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Promises Gleaming Linens
A vintage advertisement touts Red Cross Ball Blue for spotless laundry with gleaming white linens. It claims reliable results and recommends purchasing at all good grocers.
The Dress Is the Thing Says Dallas Writer
A Dallas News writer argues that public opinion will soon align on dress indeed declaring the dress is the thing in any state of attire from undress to full dress and even hair dress.
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Dallas News
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