Gunlock Ranch Heroic Showdown Ends At Gunlock
In a moonlit clash over cattle, Denison confronts McCrossen and Rebstock while protecting the herd. Denison is wounded but survives as Dr. Carpy and Bill Pardaloe aid him. Jane vows Denison will stay at Gunlock, awaiting a future together.
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Zais
Denison
Steers
McCrossen
Denilson
Willows
Henry Sandy
Rebstock
Dave
Redstock
Bill
Bob
Scott
Carpy
Gunlock
Sandy
Carey
Jane
Bill Pardaloe
Mr. Pardaloe
Bil
Bob Scott
Pardalee
Doc
Aed McCrossen
Barney
John Fryin
Pan
Pardaloe
Missy
Deep Creek
Gunlock Ranch
Betting odds and freak wagers in early 20th century elections
The piece recalls illegal betting on presidential campaigns from 1908 to 1916, noting brokers recorded large sums against candidates such as Taft and Wilson. It highlights professional bookmakers, shifting odds, and a famed 1916 bet where a man claimed to name multiple states for Wilson, using the solid South as his stake.
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Eugene V.bs
Taft
Bryan
Wilson
Hughes
New York
California
Allison of Iowa Narrowly Missed Presidency in 1888 Nomination
The 1888 Republican convention nearly crowned William B. Allison of Iowa for president after extended balloting and state delegation negotiations. Chauncey Depew, opposed by farm belt interests and Iowa, balked at alliance shifts, leaving Harrison the nominee despite Allison’s strong candidacy and 35 years as a U S senator from Iowa.
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Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Iowa
Missouri
Hoar
Allison
New York State
Chauncey Depew
Depew
Harrison
United States
Tall Corn
Western Newspaper
Unies
Britain Cites Naval Weakness Behind 1776 Defeat
British observers attributed the American Revolution failure largely to a naval war that exposed the fleet’s reduced dash and enterprise. They said land operations lacked sea support and Yorktown’s surrender followed the temporary loss of command of the sea, with Paul Jones harrying English shores.
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Britain
Yorktown
Peut. Jones
Keeping Christmas Faith and the Christmas Spirit
A short Bell Syndicate essay urges preserving the Christmas spirit at home amid work pressure. It notes how quarrels disrupt harmony and how a patient cheerful attitude, kind words, and calm conduct influence family and friends, helping sustain a serene atmosphere before the festival.
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Bell Syndicate
WNU Service
Dignified Withdrawal Over Tax Notice In Montreal Star Note
A first time homeowner received her first tax notice after three months of family settling in. She told a friend she would not join the tax system and planned to send the notice back. The remark reflects a humorous take from the Montreal Star on newcomer reactions to taxes.
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Montreal Star
Relish Discusses Boarding House Bore in Tale
In a Philadelphia Evening Bulletin note, Smith recalls how the boarder could “talk a dog’s hind legs off” and Brown adds that he would persist with the tale even then.
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Smith
Brown
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin
Refusal Leads to Threat in Conversation with Cecil
A fragment records a tense exchange where one speaker questions Cecil about refusing, implying self harm by action. The other replies that such a stance matches his usual behavior, hinting at fatal consequences tied to his choices.
Beware Coughs from Common Colds That Hang On
A short health note warns that lingering coughs from colds may persist and references Creomul as a bronchial relief option, implying affordability concerns for some readers.
Travelers Awake There are no sleeping cars on the road to success
A brief motivational note stresses action over rest as the journey to achievement requires consistent effort. It compares progress to a traveler who must keep moving rather than rely on idle breaks or passive luck.
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Frank H. Spearman
WIN Service
McCroseen
Inez Haynes
Irwin
New England
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South Shore
Mary Avery
Patrick O’brien
Asa Blaikie
Mar Who
Cecil
Amy
Plough Inc
Memphis
Hew
York
Houston
San Jacinto
Manacen
Aa Brahe Hotel
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