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The Chewing Gum Girl and The Petticoat Girl in Auction Block
In a dramatic scene from Rex Beach style, Lorelei confronts Bob Wharton about marriage, money, and dependence. Wharton, facing ruin, offers to step back if Lorelei pledges honesty, amid scorn from his father and rumored scandals. Lorelei agrees to endure, while Bob vows to reform, seeking a fresh start away from liquor and gambling as they navigate a brittle alliance and risky future plans.
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Merklesif
Wharton
Lorelei
Ptuit
Boly
Llin
Lnerer
Hob
Rob
Bob
Peter Knight
Yale
James Knight
Mathilda Knight
Peter
Lael
Lyeth
Amy
Hannibal
Sue
Mr. Wharton
Mob
Aaid Lorelei
Abe
Pittsburgh
Tye
Heauty
Mere
Elvers
Bia
Theo
Pat
Fifth Avenue
Amsterdam
Loreie