Thou Must Live Unto Another
An unusual book titled A Vagabond's Journey Around the World is praised for its portrait of a penniless, foot-traveled life marked by constant hunger and shared kindness. The central message and Seneca’s quote stress that human affection governs value and worth beyond money. Theron E. Catlin, son of a St. Louis magnate, was unseated by Congress amid a spending controversy.
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Amd
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Pyramids
Burma
Cape
Suez
Europe
Fife
Seneca
Theron E. Catlin
St. Louis
Congress
Pass It On and Street Sweepers Honor Shared Kindness
A reflective piece extols passing along kindness as a lasting debt of happiness. It recalls a beloved teacher who urged giving a smile and helping hand, even minimal acts, to keep joy circulating. It also salutes neighborhood street sweepers who battle nightly litter for a spotless town.
T. R. Teeth Warn Public On Roosevelt Dental Neglect
A writer recounts meeting Col. Roosevelt and notes visible black tartar and rust on his teeth. The piece argues that even the famous cannot neglect dental care and urges readers to keep teeth clean for health and appearance.
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T. R
Col. Roosevelt
Observations on aviation unions and judicial temperament
The passage notes forming a union of German aviators demanding higher pay for high flying. It questions whether Hanford's probe reveals a judicial temperament, and discusses a hypothetical northern Pacific worker suing the company amid land negotiations. It also mentions Japan and Mikado in a critical context.
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Northern Pacific
Hanford
Partial Support in Party Platform Debates Reveals Tensions
Fragmentary remarks show financiers debating subscription to the party platform for the year. One financier aligns less with managers expectations while another questions the youth affront incident prompting action.
Fly Cop Dominick Brady Traps Gambler Club On 97 Street
In a New York City tale, officer Dominick Brady disguises as a rich playgoer to infiltrate a high end gambling club. He befriends a second helpful patron, lures the club into exposing itself, and aims to expose the operation while gathering evidence for the precinct.
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Dominick Brady
Dominick
Fifth Avenue
Yondee Rockafeller
Santy Claws
97 Street Place
Erry
Sumboddy
Storyteller Captivates Audience From Start To Finish
A Boston Transcript note says Ethel praises a storyteller humorist who held the audience's attention from beginning to end with an engaging tale.
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Jack H
Kitty
Ethel
Boston Transcript
Indifference to Gold Sparks Alimony Jibe
A witty exchange quoted from the Washington Evening Star notes a sentimental girl declaring she would not marry for wealth while Miss Cayenne retorts that many vow the same yet have no qualm about keeping a poor man hustling to pay alimony.
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Miss Cayenne
Washington Evening Star
Judge Questions Divorcing Couple in Courtroom Exchange
The judge asks what is troubling the couple as the wife declares they have finally found a common goal: they want a divorce after years of marriage. The exchange highlights the end of their relationship and the formal move toward dissolution.
Peggy's Dilemma Hits Theater Troupe in Reno Anecdote
A humorous line from Boston Transcript notes Peggy's twisted romance year, counting rejections, and fear of accepting Dick who is the thirteenth suitor. Chicago RecorDald references a poor year for Reno theatres with actors lacking funds.
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Peggy
Boston Transcript
Editor's Mail Responds On Smoking In Public
A Seattle reader Molly Wadk defends personal choice on men smoking in public places. She notes no observed smoking by men in Seattle restaurants over five years and urges women to avoid establishments that permit it. She says men should not be prohibited, and gentlemen will avoid overindulgence. She signs as Mrs. Molly Wadk.
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Star
Seattle
Molly Wadk
Sydney cattle king and a hard question at the fire
An unrelated dialogue sketches Sydney Kidman, Australia’s cattle magnate, and Anithlas Messenger Roy, noting land holdings and a public quiz moment. The exchange includes a preacher’s certainty and a boy’s clever question about ducking a thrown stone.
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Sydney Kidman
Queens
Australia
State of
New York
Banquet Bid Sparks Commercial Club Cancelation
In a single bid from Beelesport Hoves the Commercial Club meeting ends with the annual banquet canceled. A cashier’s inquiry reveals uncertainty over a loan to Brown and whether a transfer was a gift. Old Shads loses all wealth as he dies, and his heirs may face fury.
Two Turns to a Husband, Miss Pert Rebuffs Proposal
In a short exchange, a man jokes about finding a husband for Miss Pert, who bluntly rejects him. The lighthearted dialogue captures a social moment in Baltimore with witty back-and-forth banter.
Inventor’s tire nicknamed Mexican sparks debate
A joke about a new tire called the Mexican due to endless revolutions sparks satire. The remark prompts thoughts on child welfare and voting, as a schoolmaster’s view is invoked amid Washington politics and dusty jackets waiting in the capital.
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Slathers
Wilson
Washington
Some Strights Ace Dence Trey Four Five Fronts
Ace and four other items appear in a line of terms including front names. Rube Marquard is referenced as part of a list about lines. Whisky appears as another separate term in the readable fragment.
Mother’s Smiling Face Bridges a Troubled Day
Bonnie Curtis from Centralia Washington writes of coming home after fights and swim, soothed by mother’s smiling face. The poem recalls a father figure and dog talk, and ends with faith that heaven is found in mother’s smile. A personal musing on comfort, memory, and ultimate certainty.
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Bonnie Curtis
Mother
Amile
Cario
Centralia
Wash
New Circle Members Listed for Community Group
The Star announces new Circle membership applicants including Angus McCullough 3820 Wallingford Ave Edwin Balmert Taylor Bernice Phillips Arlington Ernest Robertson Marvel Growing Renton Faith Davie 321 W Holly Bellingham and others. Certificates sent. contact Uncle Jack for membership cards.
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Circle
Cerul Ten
Uncle Jack
Star
Angus McCullough
Wallingford
Edwin Balmert
Taylor
Bernice Phillips
Arington
Ernest Robertson
Seaquad
Marvel Growing
Renton
Faith Davie
W. Holly
Bellingham
Always Glad Dear Uncle Jack I Want a Circl Membership
A 14 year old girl, Bernice Phillips of Arlington, asks for a membership card to the boys and girls Circle in her letter to Uncle Jack. She enjoys drawing and awaits Saturdays paper, hoping for more issues since she has no brothers or sisters.
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Jack
Bernice Phillips
Arlington, Wath
A Jingle That Needs Fixing
Uncle Jack sits in trouble as a reader seeks help to complete a two voice poem missing the last two lines of each verse. Circle boys and girls urged to suggest fitting endings with a chocolate prize for the best entry. Submissions due by 3 pm next Friday. Willie’s Mama once sent him to buy a hat.
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Uncle Jack
Little Willie
Market Scene Observed By Local Residents
Local shoppers report a busy market moment with aisles crowded and sellers offering fresh produce. Shoppers discuss prices and availability while merchants prepare special discounts for weekend visitors.
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Peter Robertson
Marie Scholz
Sherman Brown
Clara Smith
Louise Brown
Daphne Saunderson
Katherine O'Niel
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Donald Morse
Arthur Seawall
Clarence Martin
Neils Larsen
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Violet Jones
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