Old Indian chaukidar guards property with sleep and oil
The essay discusses retirement in India for burglars as chaukidar watchmen. It notes open doors in bungalow setups, thieves arriving oily and armed, and a retired thief became a chaukidar to protect possessions. The watchman, though sleepy, is trusted to guard life and goods, a tradition highlighted by Lieut. Col. V. Prescott-Westcar.
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India
Chaukidar
Presidency
Col
V. Prescott-Westcar
Asia
Girl to Woman Who Suffers Monthly Pains Finds Relief
Miss Minnie Wacker of Route 9 Valley Pike Dayton reports relief from terrible bearing pains dizziness headaches and fatigue after starting Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. She says she grew stronger and healthier with continued use and urges others to try the remedy.
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Dr. Pierce
Minnie Wacker
Route 9
Valley Pike
Dayton
Astrology promotion from Pierre TaMere at Beechhurst
Pierre TaMere offers a free Introduction to Astrology and an Astral Designation. He invites worldwide interest in astrology. Mail date of birth to receive materials.
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Pierre TaMere
Riverside Drive
Beechhurst
Mary and Paul Struggle Toward an Honest Christmas Reunion
Paul helps with household duties and wins Mary’s gratitude as Christmas nears. Mary forgives past hurts while inviting Paul to New York. he vows restraint but their feelings deepen. A kiss on the road to station tests boundaries as they seek a true, lasting reconciliation and a life together.
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David
Paul
Mary
Myra
Violet
Jane
Foreign Missionary Society
Algy
Sylvia
Doctor Wells
Blanche
Philip
Austin Gray
France
United States
New York
Hamstead
Austin
Yook
Seth
Mr. Hamlin
Bar,Harbor
Newport
Honey
Pail
Boston
Franklin Avenue in Boston A Short Glorified Alley
Franklin avenue links Brattle street with Cornhill in downtown Boston. The 85 foot stretch is noted for its shiny name plate resembling a city thoroughfare despite its short length and alley like character.
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Boston
Franklin Avenue
Brattle Street
Cornhill
Franklin” Avenue
Tenting Tonight on the Road When Camp Ground Confusion
The Streeters, on a family camping trip, reach a roadside camp that proves to be a public park. They discover a statue dedication by descendants of Joshua Petnam and flee before dawn as rows of campers gather around their tent. A later telegram hints at a return home and future camping plans.
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Darry
Dunbars
Charley
Pearl
Mrs. Streeter
Mr. Streeter
Narry
Joshua Putnam
Joshua Petnam
Toshua Patnam
Odd Ways to End Drought in African Myths
Weird beliefs about snakes held by African tribes are described in Serpent Worship in Africa. Wilfrid Hambly notes rainmaking through a beer-touched snake and ritual stoppage by the priest. The text covers sacred serpents in fertility, reincarnation beliefs, and magical powers linked to snakes.
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Africa
Field Museum of Natural, History
Chicago
Wilfrid D. Hambly
Frederick H. Rawson
Hambly
Dahomey
Wisdom Crieth Without She Utters Her Voice in the Street
A fragment conveys a biblical line about wisdom crying publicly in the streets, echoing an urging for heed and discernment. The text emphasizes urgent, widespread appeal to listen to wise counsel.
End Serious Coughs With Creomulsion Ad Claim
An advertisement claims Creomulsion ends serious coughs by combining seven best helps known to science. It emphasizes quick germ fight, no narcotics, pleasant taste, and a druggist refund if cough or cold persists despite use.
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Ady
Instant Cold Relief With Bayer Aspirin Tablets
A box of Bayer Aspirin tablets offers rapid cold relief. The ad promotes dissolving tablets for throat gargles and suggests taking 2 to 4 hours apart on the first day, then 3 to 4 times daily, with plenty of water. It claims instant action and cautions to verify genuine Bayer Aspirin.
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