The Stolen Valentine by Paul Perell
A comic domestic tale of John Everett and his siblings as a va ntine prank spirals. John steals his brother Charley and Bet ty Stearns valentines to impress Betty, prompting a twist when Charley discovers his own verses reappearing in the mischief. The tale ends with Charley storming off in anger and John dashing to warn their mother.
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Charley
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Beulah Stearns
Charles Everett
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HER VALENTINE BY ARROWS AND VERSES OF LOVE
A compact verse note recalls valentine imagery with arrows sparrows and love birds. It reflects on prior lines from a six year old poem and cites past comic verse about three for a dime. The speaker contrasts sugary rhymes with wit and questions of value.
Loretta Receives Fifteen Valentines From Amasa Bennett
Loretta Gray's long wait ends on St Valentine’s Day as her suitor Amasa Bennett finally confesses after years of silent shows of affection. Loretta discovers fifteen valentines from him, each bearing the same hand, revealing his steady, secret courtship. She and Amasa agree to marry, sealing their future with a shy, hopeful kiss.
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Oretta Gray
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Mrs. Foster
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Amasa Bennett
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