Train Robbery Plot Sparks Romance And Reward
A L and W railroad superintendent Bascom faces threats from dismissed workers Harrity and Stevens amid a December plot to wreck a northbound freight at a Solent bridge. Harry Bronson, a fast skater and district clerk, uncovers the plan after rescuing a train, earning a $500 reward and a promotion. Beeste Millar, sweethearts, learns of Bronson’s gain as they plan marriage and a new life in Denver.
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Kascom
L. and W. Road
Solent
Bascom
Harry Bronson
Beeste Millar
Bronson
Solent Savings Bank
Besa
the Willows
Pete
Millar Farm
Millar
Digby
Harrity
Stevens
Bab
Harry
Lee
Snwa
Rapilly
Rolent
Elello
Holt’s
Mr. Harding
President Harding
Tie
Tessie Millar
Post Office
Jennie Holt
Bessie
Brongan
Denver
Bess
Hatching Duck Eggs Techniques And Prices From Poultry Journal
A reader asks if duck eggs need different incubation from hen eggs. The piece recounts methods from Riverton Virginia and outlines precise steps for temperature, timing, turning, and testing. Notes on prices from Poultry Journal and Poultry Monthly reflect duck-related sales and contest winnings.
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Prairie State
Riverton
Benses
Virginia Duck Farm
National Poultry Journal
Prices For the Fancy Poultry Show Oddities
The article describes poultry show pricing with mentions of Kendal Slater and a prize pullet. It notes a $200 figure tied to the display and reflects excitement around the second prize pullet. Names, places, and specific items indicate a local fair context and trading activity among exhibitors.
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Kendal
Mr. Slater
Early Winter Poultry Egg Outlook and Breeding Advice
The author reports low egg yields in early winter despite careful care and housing. Feeding uses bran, middlings, fish scrap or meat, and whole corn at night. green food is scarce. Emphasizes selecting superior, preferably related birds, avoiding constant new blood unless truly better stock, and focusing on individuals, prepotency, and meticulous record keeping.
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Tam
Messenger
Hambletonian
W. H. Bishop
Far Poultry
A Clever Weinkle Grating Cocoanut in Meat Chopper
A narrator explains grating Cocoanut for cakes pies and candy using a meat chopper to speed the process Pare off the dark rind and proceed as with apples A few turns of the crank and the work is done resulting in snow white shreds ideal for many treats
Ah Regingi Marriage Worry From Chicago Herald
The extract presents a dialogue where a cautious bride asks if Regingi will tire of her after marriage. He responds doubtfully, suggesting they should marry and see. The tone mirrors a column or humor page from the Chicago Herald, reflecting courtship anxieties.
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Regingi
Chicago Herald
You should never take anything that doesn't agree with you
In a Stray Stories vignette a doctor urges caution while a patient jokes that his wife would be nowhere if he always followed the rule. The playful exchange centers on consistency and the couple's dynamic.
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Marie
Not an Objection. The Proprietor
An Indianapolis News item notes a proprietor stating that while not objecting, he has not worked to keep another man busy and seeks a steady job. The quote reflects labor market frustration and employer perspectives in the era.
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Indianapolis News
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Ag Ast
Timothy
Broome
Iass
Girass
W. C. Minnis
Red
Main Street
Hansford & Thompson's
Hardware
Notary and Corporation
East Oregonian Pub. CO
Ny Ea
T. W
Almy
Blonson
Tiverton
Gomnera
R. I
Ukestie Atyle
Coop
Grad
Stretch
Tomelinson
Pendlet
van Dran Bros
Pigg
Dig
Depa
Corner Court and
Johnson Streets
Pendleton, Oregon
M. F. Kelly
Geo. Darveau
Prop
the Colant Lodging House
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