War and peace clash in a frontier drama on Marta Galland’s oath
Ten years after a frontier meeting Marta Galland persuades Colonel Westerling to avoid war with a moral oath taught to children. Westerling, Teal chief of staff, insists on duty while Marta foresees a grim outcome if towns are attacked. In the 53d, Stransky defies authority, sparking tension at a homecoming that tests loyalty.
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Marta Galland
Westerling
Grays
Lanstron
Browns
South Lu Tir
Marta
Chikren
53D
Herbert Stransky
Stransky
Wno
Han
Africa
Sanstron
The
Purple
To Be Sure Prompting Marriage Prompts
A conversation fragment shows a suitor urging marriage with a pledge to always yield to the partner. The other person asks for a reciprocal promise, highlighting negotiation of control and independence in a potential union.
Return to Ground as 53d Browns Reunite with Grandfather
The 53d Browns return to the capital province for a homeward march to La Tir as troops of different regiments move toward new scenes. An aged veteran in patched uniform greets Tom Tom Fragini and his comrades, recalling past days and judging today’s soldiers by his wartime memories.
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Tom
Grandfather Fragini
la Tir
Grays
South la Tir
Tom Fragini
Grandfather
Hussars
Bussars
Detective Bailey Loses Appetite For Pastry
Detective Sergeant Tim Bailey formerly loved mince pies but now shuns them. A story recalls him dining at a near Hall of Justice restaurant where he orders eggs coffee and a wedge of mince pie. A large black cat on the counter slams into the display window, scattering delicacies and startling patrons.
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Tim Bailey
Bailey
Hall of Justice
Tabby
Woman's Way Says Spouse Reads Plage Daily
A humorous fragment shows a wife claiming she reads the page carefully daily and would not miss a day, while a companion jokes about marriage and punctual reading habits. The exchange highlights domestic witty banter.
Father at the Football Game Cited by Son
A terse scene shows a boy seeking funds to join a football game with his father present. The dialogue emphasizes family pride and a request for 40 cents to participate.
Both Expensive Luxuries In Summer Plans
Fragmentary chatter shows Woodson asking about summer plans and Bronson undecided between travel or staying home with simple pleasure of ice, reflecting postwar financial caution and leisure choices.
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Woodson
Bronson
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Charles Scribner’s Sons
Volmer
Grandson
Col
Arthur Lanstron
Gallands
Dellarme
Larstron
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