Old Maid's Tea Leads to Poison Sugar Mystery
Sheriff Julian Lee investigates Nate Darrow's death amid town rumors of murder for money. In Moe Shipley's store, poison sugar is found in bulk barrels after arsenic is traced to rat poison in Darrow sugar. Doc Adrian confirms arsenic and the case ends with apologies and a quiet closure.
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Moe Shipley
Julian Lee
Joe
Moe
Sheriff Lee
Hull
Lee
Darrow
Darrow’s
Doc Adrian
Sonny
Nate
Adrian
Doe Adrian
Doc
Difficult to Identify Fish by Correct Names
The Detroit News notes many fish have multiple local names leading to confusion among anglers. Examples include the wall eye pike with regional tags like pickerel or pike-perch, and bass species with names such as green bass or white bass.
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Fish Division
Department of Conservation
Great Lakes
Michigan
Mississippi
Detroit News
Evolution from tribute to modern taxation across eras
The article traces taxation from ancient tribute imposed by conquerors in Greece and Rome to its later evolution into a self-imposed system in modern states. It cites Cicero’s warnings and outlines how public funding shifted from conquest sustenance to voluntary civic taxation supporting public activities.
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Greece
Rome
Cicero
Wonderful Wall Of Gizeh Would Span America
A description notes the Great Pyramid could supply material for a straight wall 3,000 miles long and 4 feet wide and 1 foot high. It cites 2,300,000 stone blocks averaging two and a half tons each and an area of twelve and a half acres.
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Gizeh
America
Lesson on Ezra and Nehemiah Bible Teachings on God's Word
A compact lesson outlines Ezra 7 10 and Nehemiah 8 1 12 focusing on preparing the heart to seek and obey the law of the Lord. It covers the eagerness of the assembly, respectful reverence, clear interpretation, conviction and joy, sharing blessings, obedience, worship order, Sabbath restoration, and marriage reforms.
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Lord
Israel
Tabernacles
House of Worship
Christmas in the Rockies with Uncle Jerry and Aunt Emma
A family travels by train through snowy mountains to spend Christmas at a ranch. They are welcomed by Uncle Jerry and Aunt Emma, enjoy a festive ranch Christmas with church hymns, a large dinner, and a night by the piano as cowboys sing carols. The description highlights the scenic pine mountains, clear frosty air, and the memorable spirit of the season. Western Newspaper Union.
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Rockies
Jerry
Emma
Dad
Mother
Helen
Silver Fox
Uncle Jerry
Patience Patience Is Bitter But Its Fruit Sweet
A philosophical reflection attributed to Rousseau notes patience is painful yet yields reward. The saying contrasts the hardship of enduring delay with eventual satisfaction. It emphasizes perseverance and long term value over immediate gratification.
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Patience
Rousseau
Pity as Medicine Warned Against Abuse by Boyes
A quotation discusses the delicate use of pity in medical practice, noting that what heals can harm if misused by enemies, attributed to J. F. Boyes.
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J. F. Boyes
Duty and Virtue Define True Greatness
In reflecting on moral choice, the quote honors those who place duty above ridicule and personal vanity, asserting that steadfast integrity elevates character beyond worldly mockery. It champions self restraint and principled action as true measures of greatness.
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Wlavater
Inexpensive Patchwork Quilts From Simple Block Designs
Patchwork quilts can be made with eighteen nine inch blocks using about three ounces of prints. Folder No. 536 shows four arrangements and six patch diagrams with yardage details for back borders and blocks. Send 10 or 19 cents to Home Craft Co. for folders and patches, include return stamped envelope.
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Address Home Craft Co
Dept. D
Nineteenth and
St. Louis Ave
St. Louis
Bright Colors for Child Safety in Winter Wear
The USDA bureau of home economics urges bright colors on children's outer garments in winter to aid visibility. While avoiding streets is best, children may cross or retrieve items near traffic, so conspicuous colors help motorists spot them from a distance.
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Bureau of Home Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
Grandchildren Seek Guardian Removal From Wealthy Grandmother
The sixteen and seventeen year old grandchildren of a famous financier publicly ask for their grandmother to be removed as their guardian. They claim she is old fashioned in health habits, youth activities, and money matters though not lacking wealth. They urge responsibility and future usefulness over mere wealth and leisure.
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Bell Syndicate
Wwnu Bervice
Reading to Children The Key to Interest in Books
A Parents Magazine writer argues that a child will read when books match his interests and reading level. She asserts reading is listening to a good story, and a lack of reading stems from unsuitable material or insufficient access.
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Parents
Conversation The Art of Listening and Speaking
A quotation highlights that conversation is an art of both hearing and being heard, attributed to Hazlitt. It emphasizes balanced dialogue and attentive exchange as keys to effective communication.
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Hazlitt
Yuletide Glow on Grave Trees in Kitzbuhel
In Kitzbuhel Austria the cemetery graves are lit with candles and small lights on Christmas Eve as part of a Yuletide tradition noted by Collier's Weekly. The Tyrol village keeps this festive practice alive annually with tree lights at each grave.
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Kitzbuhel
Austria
Tyrol
Collier’s Weekly
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Tory
By Vic Yardman
Uniform International
P. B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Ezra
Law OF
God
STE
Clark
MR. Haynes
John
DR. Lane
WR. Haynes
Postum
General Foods
Battle Creek
Mich
WNY
Canada
General Foods, Ltd
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