Go Ahead Morton Trails Mystery in Early Wyoming Feud
Go Ahead Morton, a trusted Virginia-born Department of Justice operative nicknamed for his forward pace, recounts his early life and a legendary Wyoming encounter. A visiting Western observer learns of mortals in danger and a secretive letter from Tom Fair about Stella Morton hints at family ties and deeper danger to come.
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Morton
George Ashmead
Virginia
Washington
Go Ahead
Wyoming
Department of Justice
Secret Service
East
Paradise
Merry H—1
River Under Ground Gorge in Franconia Mountains
The River Under Ground is a deep gorge where the Moosilauke Branch brook vanishes under massive boulders for a substantial distance. It is regarded as the third great natural wonder in the Franconia Mountains, following the Profile and the Flame, noted for its dark caverns and massive rock forms. The gorge extends about half a mile, with walls about 20 to 30 feet high.
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Franconia Mountains
Itelf
Prince Arthur of Connaught Recalls South Africa Tour
Short but Sweet recalls Prince Arthur of Connaught during his tenure as governor general of South Africa. He traveled up the Zambesi to meet paramount chiefs. A chief’s welcome speech lasted fitfully, but the interpreter summed it up in one sentence: the chief was pleased to see him.
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Prince Arthur of
Connaught
South Africa
Zambesi
Discovery of brook bed trenching by R C Jackman
A trench measured from rods wide spanning 40 to 75 feet deep was found to reach the brook bed. The discovery occurred in 1895 and was identified by R C Jackman of North Woodstock.
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R. C. Jackman
North
Woodstock
Covering of Fleas at Kindergarten Class
The kindergarten open discussion about dogs ends with Jo boasting that his dog has a covering of fleas after classmates share what they know about dogs. The teacher prompts Jo to describe the outside covering of his dog’s body. Jo answers with the flea covering remark.
Four-Room Cottage Bungalow Described by Radford
William A. Radford offers free advice on practical home building for readers. He describes a compact four room cottage 26 feet square with a central hall, two bedrooms, combined living and dining area, small bath, and efficient use of space, noting the roof design avoids a flat look and suits small lots.
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W. A. Radford
William A. Radford
Prairie Avenue
Chicago
Ill
Witty Witch Hosts Party for Fairies Who Never Grow Old
In a hut corner fairies in dark cloaks reveal gold costumes as Witty Witch explains their magic. They are the oldest fairies who stay young by understanding children, a reward for love of kids. Brownies and guests learn how age can be kept at bay through joy and empathy.
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Witty Witch
National move to modernize 22 million US homes
A Chicago meeting of 131 industrial leaders from 44 building branches founded the Home Modernizing Bureau to upgrade 22 million US homes. The plan aims to add running water, electric lighting, modern insulation, roofing, and sanitation, boosting property values, employment, and town vitality.
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Home Sweet Home
Chicago
Home Modernization Bureau
National Building Industries
United States
George E. Piper
Bureau
Interior Stair as Central Interior Woodwork Decor
The stairway is the largest single item of interior woodwork in most homes and serves utilitarian and decorative roles. It reflects the house’s architectural style, with past builders favoring large newels and balusters, while modern taste leans toward smaller, delicately molded colonial-inspired stairs.
He Had Her Number
Bobby observes a city visitor and asks if Mrs Blank is a full blood. His mother questions the inquiry as he notes the visitor has ear tags, implying her status or origin.
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Bobby
Leaping Lena at the Races Under Question Health
At the race track a wager on Leaping Lena sparks doubt about her health as observers note her tail wagging while others insist she is not ill.
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Lena
Reading about a friend's big engineering feat
A boy jokes about a friend's notable engineering achievement, expressing admiration and humor about the project and its impact.
Elkhart Woman Credits Vegetable Compound Relief
Mars D. H. Steert of Elkhart Indiana says a tired feeling kept her in bed until she tried the Vegetable Compound. She reports ongoing use helps her work without rest, and she believes other women can overcome fatigue with the product, noting found happiness at home.
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Elkhart
Ind
Mars
D. H. Steert
Laurel St
Elkhart, Indiana
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Hoover
Labor
Davis
Walter J. Kohler
Kohler
Wis
Federations of Women’s Clubs
Mr. Kohler
Mevening
Mary Graham Bonner
Bayer
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