I Am an Honest Man at Last in Grovedale
The narrator confesses his past treachery from prison to a final vow. He laments Lenora’s death, reveals Marks as the poisoner, and asks Constance for forgiveness while planning a truthful life. He hopes Vane forgives and vows repayment and sisterly care.
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Mr. Carter
Constance
Bank and Mill
Lenora
Marks
Bruce
Primus
Edes
Grovedale
Vane
Clare
Iself
Primus Edes
Vane Hamilton
Waa
Hamilton
Not Now, For Fear of Maudlin I Refrain
A brief reminiscence of forbidden love and restraint appears in a poetic line from Victor Hamilton lamenting the difficulty of speaking of deep feelings and the pain of leaving a loved one to another suitor.
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Victor Hamilton
Victor Hamilton’s California pardon and family reunion
After years of hardship, Victor Hamilton is pardoned by a California governor following appeals by Constance and Vane. Solomon Marks’s hush money scheme and Victor’s reformation are revealed. Clare will marry Vane at a ranch wedding with family present, marking the tale’s end.
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Constance
Hamiltons
Grovedale
California
Charles Rogers
Hamilton
Vane
Victor Hamilton
Solomon Marks
Marks
Victor
Clare
Missy
A Literary Chemist and His Marketed Books
A dialogue characterizes Skrybbler as a literary chemist whose writings are described as drugs on the market. The exchange highlights the idea that every book he writes functions as a product offered to readers.
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Skrybbler
Ilogical exchange hints at Simkins-Chatterton debate
In a brief dialogue the speaker calls Simkins-Chatterton a great fellow for arguing, while Timkins questions this, noting he often drops a subject before fully grasping it. The exchange suggests a lively, informal discussion style.
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Simkins—Chatterton
Timkins
Lawrence Y M C A building to be dedicated in December
Short Kansas items report a December dedication for Lawrence’s new $40,000 Y M C A building with Beardsley of Kansas City delivering the principal address. The event will occur free from debt as funds were raised for the project.
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Lewis Baker
Leavenworth
Lawrence
Rosé Null
Kingman
Eugene Vandeveer
Pittsburg
Bertha Smith
D. W. Hamer
Emporia
Kansas
Campbell
Arkansas City
Kansas-Oklahoma Interurban
James M. Pendleton
Thomas J. Cusack
Kansas City
New. Y. M. A
H. M
Beardsley
Hoch
Franklin County
Republican Club
Ottawa
R. M. Jonson
Caldwell
Creek
Empress Dowager of China Sold Into Slavery at Eleven
A damaged report claims the Empress Dowager of China was sold into slavery at age eleven to save her family. She was later presented to the late Emperor and rose to Empress after his wife died. The piece praises her sterling qualities and compares her to Pillsbury Vitos.
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China
Pillsbury
Reginald and Jimmie-Gee Share Ancestral Tales
A brief column quotes Reginald and Jimmie-Gee joking about ancestors and executions in England and a playful nod to Thanksgiving turkey stories. The tone mirrors a neighborhood column with character names and a light, humorous edge.
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Reginald
England
Jimmie
Chicago
Defiance Starch Promises More Content for Same Money
Advert says grocers refuse Defiance Starch as others stock 12 oz packages. It claims Defiance gives 16 oz for the same price and requires no cooking, urging customers to choose Defiance Starch.
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Defiance
Prosperity Dawns as McCurdy Resigns from Mutual Life
A Pittsburg Gazette item notes the McCurdy family's resignation from Mutual Life, hinting at an increased surplus. The column also markets Defiance Starch and Lewis' Single Binder cigars, with casual quips on social grins and consumer tips.
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McCurdy
Pittsburg Gazette
Laxative Bromo Quinine Ad Claims Quick Cure
An old ad promotes LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE TABLETA claiming a one day cure for a cold with Dru flats refund if unsuccessful. BEW and ROVE'S signatures appear on each package, price five cents to a quarter.
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Rove
Fragmented reflection on friendships turning hostile
The text notes that many friends reveal hostility daily through excuses and shifting attitudes, illustrating how close relationships can fracture over time and perception.
Is Disease a Crime Editorial Promotes Medical View
A magazine editorial argues against treating disease as crime and highlights the harm of Overwork on women, urging rest and medical aid. Dr. Pierce’s remedies and medical advice are advertised, including his Favorite Prescription and confidential consultations.
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Pierce
R.v.pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
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Aisrie
Katheryn Rupert
Misouri Pacific Railroad
Chaffee
Junction City
Washington
Frank Marsh
Marsh
W. A. Neff
J. T. Unroe
Hutchinson Fair Association
County Clerks of
Wichita
Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
C. J. Devlin
Mutual Benefit
Michigan Mutual Insurance Companies
Devlin
Charles H. Luling
Topeka
Board of Control
Winfield Asylum
Pullman Car Company
Blue Rapids
Cummings
Lewis
Lewis’ Factory
Peoria
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