In Old Desk, a Journal of Lost Literary Aspirations
A New York desk dump reveals journals, editor notes, and letters from the literary world of an aspiring writer. Includes manuscripts, critiques, and reminders from figures like Swope and Marquis, plus an address book and a savings record showing $186. The fragmented reminiscence recalls a life chasing Harper's Bazaar, The World, and other era outlets.
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New York
Hutson
Vachel Lindsay
Lindsay
Don Marquis
Hawaii Oligarchy Challenged Over Governor Appointment
A presidential appeal to appoint Hawaii’s governor without strict residence ties draws fierce criticism. The speaker denounces a powerful Honolulu oligarchy controlling business and politics, calls for deposing the regime, and urges declaring Hawaii an American outpost fully integrated with the mainland.
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House
Hawaii
Congress
Harding
Islands
Pacific
United States
Washington
Honolulu
Haaiian Islands
Continental
Prohibition enforcement shifts under new Industrial Alcohol Bureau
Major A V Dalrymple outlines a changed stance as the Bureau of Industrial Alcohol takes over. He says prohibition is a despised and obsolete word and notes the July votes in Alabama Oklahoma and Tennessee as key tests for repeal supporters and the effort’s fate.
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House of Representatives
A. V. Dalrymple
Bureau of Industrial Alcohol
Dalrymple
Alabama
Oklahoma
Tenessee
Tennessee
United States
Business Gains Hold Despite Market Turmoil
The article notes improved business amid volatile security prices. It argues that stock and bond values reflect anticipated inflation and rising profits from consumer demand. It warns political decisions could upset the outlook but expects continued gains if everyone acts responsibly and avoids risky commitments.
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Washington
Time's Circles and Riders Shape Old Town Streets
A fragmented reminiscence notes how Time alters street life linking old fears of pedestrians fearing fast cyclists to a present where cyclists seek protection from careless motorists. It recalls a bygone era of two wheeled speed and the evolving tension between walkers and riders in the city’s busy avenues.
Abdominal Pains by Royal S Copeland M D
Abdominal pains in children can stem from serious causes such as inflamed or infected appendix. Avoid laxatives like castor oil as they may trigger rupture. Early recognition and possible operation are critical to prevent fatal outcomes.
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Joe
Garethroat
Enine
Frye
King Fear Syn. Inc
Fragmented OCR Marriage Receipt in Texas County Court
An OCR fragment describes a 19th century marriage proceeding in Bexar County with a deputy sheriff, witnesses, and a judge presiding. The text mentions a wedding before a court, a mother’s permission, and references to nearby towns and names, though many words are garbled. The passage implies an informal union witnessed in a legal setting.
Etiquette By KatinyN Nefesster and the Great War Mood
A fragmented essay mixes etiquette guidance with wartime grievance. It critiques class domination and inequality, arguing Americans bear responsibility for past abuses and must confront collective consequences of greed. The voice shifts from household manners to national critique.
Listen World By Elsie Robinson
A reflective essay argues that stereotypes and complacency fueled by easy gains have harmed workers across textiles and farms. It urges collective self change through practical brotherly action and honest recognition of others' rights to prevent further social and economic ruin.
Marry Go Round in Shrubbery and Gender Labelling
A quirky essay on plant gender traits and human romance uses garden metaphors to compare masculine and feminine tendencies. The narrator notes masculine trees and feminine flowers, recounts tending hydrangeas and iris, and reflects on patience, attention, and the folly of loving one plant or person too intensely.
Ten and Twenty Years Ago June Nineteen Eighty One
A scattered, unclear column recalls events from June 19 1081 including abolishing a crossing at Irate and a dinner into the dag under the truck at that jacht. It notes sales of sheep, a Pry exton discovery, and plans by Somerset Glass Co officials to prove a feltry spot while a San Antonio writer’s short story is set for publication in Westminster Review.
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Maugham
Ed Simpson
Jim Seeth
Daddy Beecher
Bridgeport
Conn
Toledo
Piqua
Ohio
Bexay
Prarte
Irate
Wellma
Tue Augustus
Meglen
Pry Exton
New Somerset
Mie
Somerset
A. J. Madre
Nowsthila
San Antonio
Weatminster Review
England
Golon K. Binwar
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THE
Serket
Dow Wear
ORI
Wil
Bubp & Bu
Lucey
Korrery
Astick
HELV
Michael Arlen Elgle
Harper's Bazaar
Harpe's Bazaar
K. G. B. G. L. Edson
Warra Waurra
McLaughlin
G. Jay Kawlman
Robert Emmett MacLarner
Briggs
Phiz
H. T. Webster
Ine
New ‘York Globe
George V. Sneed
Bedalla
Ph. Simms
Rue Montmartre
Paris
Sophie Irene Loch
Broadway
Fifty-sixth Street
Dr. FP
A. Cook
Peter Publishing
Nashing
Steinway Hall
Charles R. Batties
Melrose
Lolla Paust
the Globe
Miss Faust
Miss Allee
Ithe McNewsit
Dave
Haa
Ong
Royal S. Copeland, M. D
Balway
Nudge
Fhli Shick
Bexar
Cork
Howe
Bert Froen
Minsville
Ton
Jerry
Alok
Ram
Katinyn Nefesster
Honrad
America
Elsie Robinson
Tn Cotton Fielda
Seiorghein
Tary
Minda
Bilek
Helen Rowland
Ira
Hotian
Green Bay
Ady
T. L. Benson
Sonora
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