Metropolis of the Wilds Spokane Awakens as Power Dynamo
A vivid portrait of Spokane as a Western city rapidly growing from a forested wilderness to a bustling hub. The piece notes its modern amenities, outdoor culture, and rapid development driven by a river turned electric power supplying mines and industry, with Indians living nearby and lakes and mountains surrounding. It traces 19th century beginnings, defeats of natives, a 1881 locomotive arrival, and growth after electrification.
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Spokane
New England
Rome
Fugitive cashier Montague Smith and the Lawrenceville bank
A graft scandal erupts at Lawrenceville Bank and Trust Co as cashier Montague Smith flees after beating President Watrous Dunham. A violent escape unfolds through train yards toward Brewster, amid a construction dam project and a Missouri rancher's roadside aid.
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Lawrenceville Athletic Club
Watrous Dunham
Smith
Athletic Club
Montague
J. Montague Smith
John Montague
Dunham
Lawrenceville
Wanted A Financier In The Brewster Ditch Affair
Williams, chief engineer, reports to President Baldwin on a clever job seeker nicknamed John Smith. The young tramp has dramatically cut costs at the quarry and concrete mixers, showing talent as a cost reducer rather than a traditional engineer. Baldwin weighs keeping him in town for more work.
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Nevada
Timanyont Canon
Red Desert
Brewster
Denver
Benewee
Dexter Baldwin
Timanyont
Epol
Baldwin
Missouri
Ditch Company
Williams
Eng'neer
The
Smith
John Smith
Brewster Street
Williama
Tie
Lost In the Shuffle May Reflect on Summer Plans
The speaker recalls a patriotic impulse from April to spend the summer helping a farmer, but now wonders what has become of that idea and how it will shape vacation choices.
Young Ex-Tramp Hailed For In-Demand Services
A young former vagrant finds his services in high demand despite suspicions he is hiding his past. He moves through new employment opportunities while facing public scrutiny about his history.
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Tramp
Little Pitchers Have Big Ears Says Mary
A home scene unfolds as Mary rejects church attendance after Aunt Maria notes the saying. The minister visits for tea and asks about church, Mary replies politely that little pitchers have big ears, surprising her mother and aunt.
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Mary
Maria
Subway altercation in Brooklyn turns chaotic
A man collided on a New York subway leaving a scuffle. In the melee a militant grabbed another man and threatened to fight. Onlookers joined as the two exchanged heated words and then touched hands before the scene ended.
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Brooklyn
New York
Cuticura Claims Rapid Dandruff Cure For Hair Health
An advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for dandruff itching and irritation with a promise of quick results. It urges hot shampoos with Cuticura Soap, claims hair returns once dandruff vanishes, and offers a free sample by mail with a booklet. Also notes a courtroom joke about minding one's own business.
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Dept. L
Boston
Prohibition-Style Claims and Court Snippets From 1916
A scattered clipping features an appeal to try Swamp Root, with a 1016 date and Binghamton address. It also contains a domestic relations magistrate remark about a wife liking her husband, plus a crude joke about heredity and a rubber man, reflecting era humor and ads.
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New York
Castoria Authenticity and Claims Debate
A defending note asserts Fletcher's Castoria remains the genuine remedy as advertised and trusted by physicians. It warns that imitations exist but only Castoria bears Mr. Fletcher's name and assurance of high standard.
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Fletcher
Meatless Day Mystery in Measured Courtroom Testimony
Mrs Murphy recalls her husband Horace Murphy’s Sunday routine and his sudden absence after leaving at ten in the morning to fetch meat. She notes meat prices and a planned stop at a club called Tigers for a beer, questioning whether he will return with the meat. The account hints at possible trouble following Présecin and attorney involvement.
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Horace. A. Murphy
Euly Ulin
Murphy
Tigers
Muncie
Rainy Weather Reflections Prompt Umbrella Reminder
A brief humor note describes continuous rain and a relief for rainy minds. The speaker jokes that frequent showers ensure EF never forgets an umbrella, highlighting everyday rain awareness.
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