Uncle Thompson and the truth telling bet tale
A New York Herald anecdote features Uncle Thompson east of Boston with a reputation for honesty. When neighbor John Williams bets he can force a lie the doctor stumbles into the ruse, losing the wager as Thompson truthfully confirms the doctor’s absence. A Scottish census tale follows with a humorous misreading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald
William Thompson
Thompson
Boston, Road
Washington
Uncle Thompson
John Willams
Whales and mothers tell tales of Arctic life
A long narrative describes whale family life and motherly duties. It details hunting, feeding babies, and the joy of squid, comparing seasons and travel to human routines. The piece reflects on mothers recognizing their own children among many on shore and sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neil Mas
Alaska
Ynne
Childpen
Tung
Ostler
Elmira sojourn and views on Blue Sunday laws
A traveler in Elmira New York recalls a Sunday lecture tour in the Empire State. He discusses reactions to President Wilson and Harding, the Colombian treaty, and mediation proposals, criticizes Blue Sunday laws, and reflects on Sabbath observance amid political shifts and tax debates.
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Elmira
New York
Elmmra
Pennsylvania
Tare
Williamsport
Bryan
U. S
Hughes
Woodrow Wilson
Republican Party
Wilson
Harding
Congress
Senate
Columbia
S Street
Washington
Sabbath Alliance
Jesus
Dave Hut
Grub Maken the Butterfly Mystery Clue
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a riddle about a butterfly and numbers. The exact intent is unclear, but the text suggests a playful puzzle or misread line that may require source clarification.
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Dodge Bros
United States
Goodyear
Firestone
Michelin
Hassler
Boyce
Ford Transitork
Boyce Motor Met
Macbeth
Violet Ray
National
Willard Strage
Jefferson Sales Company
Shepherdstown, W. VA
W. E. Herr
Norfolk & Western
Shepherdstown
Bristol
Broiler
Roanoke
Sleener
Columbus
Cincionan
Chicago
Shenandoah
Hagerstowe
Shenandoah Junction
Slieper
Waliamson
W.va
Winston-Salem
N.C
Hagerstown
Harrisburg
Philadelphia
Diehl & Bro
Charles Town
W. Va
Eggs and Poultry
Aen Hartzill
Miss Loud
Wann’s
Shepherdstown, W. VI
M. C
E. D
Snyder Brothers
Ino. H. Schoppert
Exchange
Welshans
Main Street
DR. Fahrney
Hagerstown, Maryland
Diagnostician
Vic de Fahyeys
Lonstipation Eaireos Tisadaehes
Dean's
Scotland
Bunshee News
Anita
Berauer
Nelly
Siso
Fanny Tale Tare
Cpaltam Bonne
Empirie
Knott
Paul
I Morgan
House of Delegates
Semure
Neleene von
Iu Fhlician
West Virmi
West Virginia
Capitol
Hampshire Review
John
George Washinieh
Tohiny
Fritz
Howe
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