Train of Elopement On Edge of Reno Diverted by Wedding Comedy
Lieut Harry Mallory and Marjoria Newton plan to elope but a taxi wreck foils their minister. On the train, Mallory and companions endure farcical delays, jealousies, and near marriages as preachers, old flames, and a running gag of wedding plot twists unfold among passengers headed to Reno for divorce or marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Mallory
Philippines
Marjoria Newton
Porter
Ira Lathrop
Jimmie
Wellington
Reno
Sammy Whitcombatter
Mallory
Temple
Marjorie
Annie Gattle
Dog
Lathrop
Miss Gattle
Allory
Kitty Lewellyn
One for Each Life and a Nine Shooter Promise
A determined man asks for a revolver and the salesman recommends a six or nine shooter. The buyer says he plans to use it on a cat next door. The exchange hints at underlying tension and potential danger in a small town setting.
Three Venezuelan monetary standards puzzle newcomers
The article explains three active systems in Venezuela: bolivar with centimos, fuerte or peso fuerte valued at five bolivars, and peso or peso macuquina worth four bolivars. It notes mercantile houses using fuertes or pesos, and how payments convert to bolivars. It also mentions small market prices quoted in reales and centimos and historical notes on currency usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venezuela
No Classics for Shank
A dignified man waited over an hour to see Mayor Shank. After a long wait the mayor’s secretary announced him next. The visitor offered to interest Shank in a set of classics but the mayor quipped he would spend his money on politics and the man left.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmie
Ira
Wellington
Mallory
Mr. Wellington
Mr. Lathrop
Anne
Wedgewood
Ashton
Shank
Wax Removal Method for Candlesticks and Wax Spots
Instructions advise placing waxed candlesticks or wax-stained items in a folded newspaper lined oven to melt wax. Heat absorbed by paper, then wipe with a soft cloth to remove all wax traces from Waz- Exchange.
Not Used to High Life A London Dinner Tumble
An old farmer visiting his son in London is treated by an overly attentive manservant at a grand dinner. The guest finally asks why the servant dances around and to sit, noting there is enough for the three of them. London Mail report reflects a humorous society scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yassah
Wedgewood
Marjorie
Mrs. Wellington
Marjorie, and Mrs. Wellington, Not Noting That Mrs. Whitcomb
Mrs. Whitcomb
Ai Ramike
Ira Lothrop
Wellington
Lathrop
Anne
London
London Mail
Promising to Marry Her. Stella Question
Promptly labeled as a society note, the item references a breach of promise dispute with Stella as the central figure and hints at a legal or social dilemma about engagements and marriage in a local context.
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Robin Redbreast
Recue
Elxcuse ME
Rupert Aughes OM
Henry W. Savage
A.k.fly CO
Hoe
Egypt
Charles Winslow Hall
National Magazine
de. Pierce’e Golden Medical Discovery
Carter
PISO
Piso Company
BOX
Warren, PA
John
Homesor
Laney Ee Eye Water Ash” Rhompson Sonseco
Kroy
N.xe
Low
Stella
Post
Dr. Hutchison
Postum Cereal Co., Ltd
Battle Creek, Mich
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