Torrens land law simplified by recent legislature
A reforming commentary explains the amended Torrens land transfer act, detailing its simplified process for securing abstracts, registering title, and obtaining a certificate of ownership. It compares the old abstract method with the new system and cites benefits for speed and cost, noting adoption potential in courts and across provinces.
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Rk, Wright
Portland
Oregon
Wright
Circuit Court
Ilinois
Manitoba
Rum Butter Hant Folklore From English Birth Customs
London Spectator describes a village ritual where rum butter is prepared for a newborn child. A bowl of the delicacy is hidden, neighbors hunt for it, sometimes sneezing or falling during the search, then contributions are gathered and placed back with the bowl for the newborn.
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England
London Spectator
Married to a Dead Tiger custom of the Coorgs
A Calcutta Statesman item notes a Coorg custom where a man who kills a tiger or panther is married to the dead animal. The carcass is carried on a framework in a procession and the marriage rite is observed amid lavish hospitality.
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Calcutia
Time's Changes
Olden recalls barber asks changing from shave to ball cut with aging. Philadelphia Ledger reported anecdote on changing grooming prompts and flattery with time.
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Olden
Philadelphia Ledger
Mrs Cody Denies Poison Charge in Nebraska Trial
In North Platte on March 1 Mrs Cody testified denying the accusation by Cody that she tried to poison him or his dogs or abused the children. She admitted liquor use for medical reasons, said she loves Cody and would reconcile if he retracted the charge. Cross-examination covered their early separations and visits to St Louis. Nearby at Deming Washington a smuggler was seized with 99 pounds of opium valued at 1269.
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North Platte
Neb
Cody
Deming
Wash
Kelly
Portland hotel advertises American plan rates
In Portland Oregon a hotel offers an American plan at $3 and special rates for travelers including single gentlemen. The facility markets itself as a convenient headquarters for visiting guests with straightforward pricing and amenities.
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Portland
Oregon
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