Parrot & Co. Voyage to Rangoon on a 300000 Rupee Draft
Harold MacGrath 5 Warrington an American adventurer and James his servant with a caged parrot known as Rajah travel as Parrot Co bound for Rangoon to cash a 300000 rupee draft Elsa Chetwood a rich American tourist sees Warrington and asks the purser for an introduction He reveals Warrington has beaten a syndicate and sold his oil claims for 20000 pounds Warrington uses Rajah to charm Elsa two days pass in river company In Rangoon Warrington banks the draft pays debts and learns of a card game dispute.
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Warrington
James
Irrawaddy
Parrot & Co
Rangoon
Elsa Chetwood
Rajah
Elsa
Martha
Cardar
In the Next Room Warrington Faces Old Enemy Craig
Warrington encounters Craig in Rangoon and contemplates a long-ago feud. Elsa and Martha escort through Yokohama streets where Craig provokes a confrontation. Elsa defends herself with a hatpin, then the party moves on to a tea with Warrington. He refuses to reveal his past, offering a Mandarin ring as a token of farewell.
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Craig
Warrington
Blackguard
Newell Craig
Gsinal
Rangoon
James
Broadway
Elsa
Martha
Europe
Asia
Yokohama
Mandalay
Singapore
Confidences and a looming choice in Elsa’s story
Martha writes a perilous letter while fearing pursuit and exile. Elsa contemplates Warrington and waits in the ship’s harbor for a future with Arthur, torn between duty and a hinted mystery as travel to Singapore beckons.
Stalking Carpathian Stags in 1896 Bukowina Pursuit
In the Carpathians, renowned for Europe’s finest stags, Edward North Buxton hunted in Bukowina in September 1896 and shot one of the largest stags seen, with a head of 18 points and antlers about 69 inches long.
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Carpathians
Europe
Bukowina
Edward North
Buxton
Plan Humane Sunday in May
The American Humane association asks clergymen nationwide to observe Sunday May 23 as Humane Sunday to highlight protection for suffering children and animals. Dr William O Stillman of Albany NY will send literature to interested humane society supporters.
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The
American Humane Association
Wm. O. Stillman
Albany
N. Y
Future War Promises Armored Uniforms and Victory
In this New York Weekly fragment a general looks to a war future where bulletproof uniforms are common. The text argues victory nears as enemy troops are saturated with lead, unable to advance without shedding their gear.
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New York Weekly
Allen's Foot Ease Advertises for Expositions
Anti septic powder promised to relieve tired feet and prevent swelling. An enthusiastic user testimonial claims comfort during a stay at the Expositions, promoting Allen's Foot Ease as the standard remedy for twenty five years.
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Allen
Adv
The Proper Thing Stirs Baltimore Theater Crowd
A Baltimore American critique declares the play raw but promises a sharp roast. The review highlights bold dialogue and theatrical risk, signaling spirited audience reaction and potential controversy over staging choices.
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Scott
Baltimore American
Murine Eye Remedy Ad Promises Comfort
An old advertisement from Murine Eye Remedy Co of Chicago promotes Murine Hye Remedy for red irritated eyelids and granulated eyelids. It touts quick relief and a free eye care book offered through the brand.
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Murine Hye Remedy
Murine Hye Remedy Co
Chicago
White Lies Return Home as Truths Catch Up
A terse, reflective line about falsehoods returning to confront the teller.
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Image and Quote
Advertisement style copy praising Red Cross Ball Blue as American made and best for clothes. Mentions grocers and a pessimistic quip about life as a voyage. Promotes soft water absence as no excuse for drinking hard.
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Red Cross Ball
Adv
Woman Credits Lydia E Pinkham Product For Health
In Ironton Ohio Mrs Rena Bowman reports she could not sit up due to female troubles but after a year on Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she is healthier and able to work again. She also gave it to her thirteen year old daughter who improved and now sleeps well. The ad urges others with doubts to write for confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
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Judith
Elsa
Martha
Craig
Merchant Street
Warrington
Craie
Arthur
Rangoon
Tommy-Rot
Hisa
Chet‘wood
Ironton
Ohio
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia B. Pinkham
Rena Bowman
S. 10Th Street
Lydia E.pinkham
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