Storming the Castle and the Journey of Kathleen
Kathleen Randal heir to a fortune travels with her aunt to see the world aided by Charlie Heywood who reappears at key moments. Kathleen's romantic storm of affection grows as Heywood ably rescues and subtly woos her across England Paris and London ending with a vow of love as the voyage evolves.
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Charlie
Kathleen
Kathleen Randal
Helen
Charlie Heywood
Heywood
Old Abe
Mrs. Howells
Permanent Affliction
He recalls a past romance where a handsome girl deceived him two years ago and he believes the hurt from that relationship is not yet over. The dialogue hints at lingering emotional wounds and unresolved history between the speaker and the woman.
Man Questioned Over Alleged Bodily Harm
Dispatch notes a confrontation described as a man smashing the speaker’s face while a police judge questioned the incident. The victim denies severe injury, saying the assailant did not cause lasting harm.
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Cleveland
Dorothy Russell fleeced at New York cafe
Dorothy Russell daughter of Lillian Russell had a night of luck and bad luck at a cafe in Lonsacre Square with a well known man about town. They played craps with sugar lumps and the man won $400 quickly. The run continued to $1,200 with $100 cash and $1,100 in I O U notes. She quit as dinner ended and later friends convinced the man to return $800 in IOUs, but he kept the cash.
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Heywood
Kathleen
New York
Charlie Heywood
Charlie
Mrs. Howells
London
Strand
Paris
Dorothy Russell
Lillian Russell
Lonsacre Square
Dorehy
Russell
Dunlop
Editor Accepts Humorist Explanations of Jokes
A humorist sends back notes explaining each joke to an editor who initially rejected them. His wife suggests the editor may need the explanations, and the humorist proceeds. The editor finally accepts the explanations, indicating a humorous misunderstanding is resolved.
Illinois State News: Happenings Across Cities and Towns
A roundup of recent developments in Illinois towns reports new council actions, building permits, school events, and community meetings from Chicago to Peoria and downstate areas. Residents engage in local affairs and municipal updates.
Sterling Bride Shot in Sleep Slain in Bedroom
The body of Mrs Cinancita Ganetti a newly wed woman was found in her Sterling bedroom by relatives. A bullet wound near the heart indicates homicide but details remain unknown to police. Her husband Ganetti was away from the city at the time.
Died at Brother's Deathbed Shock in Jerseyville
Ida Farmer died kneeling at the deathbed of her brother Ellis V. Davis in Jerseyville while his sister prayed beside him. The coroner cited heart disease as the cause. Mrs. Davis remains under care after the shock of the event.
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Jerseyville
Ellis V. Davis
Ida Farmer
Lawyers in Annual Meet at Illinois Bar Association
Edward M. Shepard of New York urged reforms to curb nominal capitalisation of corporations and remove dollar marks from stock. Frank K. Dunn led admissions committee report, Robert E. Pendarvis presented practice act report, and railroad rate regulation sparked discussion. Officers elected: President J. H. Matheny, first VP E. P. Williams, second VP E. A. Bancroft, third VP John C. Richberm, secretary treasurer John F. Voigt Jr.
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Galesburg
Edward M. Shepard
New York
Illinois State Bar Association
Frank K. Dunn
Robert E. Pendarvis
Chicago
Association
J. H. Matheny
Springfield
E. P. Williams
E. A. Bancroft
John C. Richberm
John F. Voigt, Jr
Mattoon
Hazers Sued for 30000 in Cemetery Hazing Case
Charles Stoner sues William Pilgrim William Real Earl Lattin Hart Hull William Harwood and Howard Starkey in circuit court at Toulon for 30000 damages after being hazed tied to a Bradford cemetery tombstone. Stoner crippled for life and was a Bradford high school student.
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Peoria
Toulon
Charles Stoner
William Pilgrim
William Real
Earl Lattin
Hart Hull
William Harwood
Howard Starkey
Bradford
Stoner
Bradford High School
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