Preference for a Mule Over a Boss Expressed by Uncle Eben
Uncle Eben declares he prefers a mule to a boss, noting a mule never tempts you to bet on a race track despite its faults. The remark contrasts reliability with temptation, highlighting rural wit.
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Uncle Eben
Where It Struck From Pearsons Weekly
An excerpt from Pearsons Weekly describes a spectator gesture after a golf stroke. A caddie is asked to follow the ball while a gentleman in a red coat checks where it struck. The scene captures a brisk, observant moment in a casual club setting.
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Pearson’s Weekly
Absurd Habit of Working Day and Night Cited
Dialogue notes a worker resisting nonstop toil while claiming the boss imposes the schedule. The exchange highlights workplace pressure and attitudes toward labor and authority.
To Our Bovine Friends and a Reader’s Reply
A short literary exchange contrasts a reader’s reluctance to try a work with the question of whether cattle will heed it. The dialogue hints at humor and a playful challenge to audience attention.
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Karthy
Unclear agency ad hints at recruit for information bureau
Fragmentary notice asks for a wide awake young man used to handling complaints for an information bureau. It mentions a young father of twins possibly securing the job, suggesting a staffing inquiry or employment adolella.
No Italy Visit, Florence Doughnuts Not Wanted
A casual exchange recalls travel banter about visiting Italy and Florence. One person asks about a sidewalk doughnut treat, but the other replies they were not that hungry to go.
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Italy
Florence
Fashioned gown praised with perfect fit remark
A compliment about a new gown notes it fits well. A comparison suggests George had an even better fit with the bill.
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George
Blond Bess Opines on Open Minds and Closed Mouths
A column quotes Blond Bess arguing that open minds matter but critique follows from the idea that discovery requires speaking up. The remark suggests tension between free expression and silence in public discourse.
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Blond Bess
Sausage to Verse Nine Little Sausages
A playful verse describes nine small sausages sizzling on a plate as boarders arrive and are eaten, presented in a light humorous tone.
Car in Back Seat Quips as Man Tells Wife to Stop
Dialogue captures a car in motion with a husband shouting instructions as the wife drives furiously. The back seat passenger jokes about ending the danger by crashing into something "cheap."
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Hubby
Gifts With Advice From Father To College Son
A father’s college letter to his son mixes practical counsel with humor. Ed Purdy reminds Ebner that college training isn’t a mere loaf, urging steady study and balanced rest as he writes from home.
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Ed Purdy
Ebner
Dumb Dan Himself
Mirandy and Silas discuss why Si is painting the chicken coop interior. Silas explains the purpose is to keep chickens from pecking grain from the wood.
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Dan
Mirandy
Silas
Serious minded youth probes cooking in marriage chat
A serious young man asks about cooking after proposing. The modern business girl replies the question order matters and suggests they first decide what needs to be cooked. She asks if he can provide the items to be cooked.
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S.M. Y.M
Death Fraud Ed Sailstad Confesses After Capture
Ed Sailstad of Eau Claire Wisconsin admits after capture to stealing from a grave and burning his cottage. He eloped with his stenographer while his wife mourned the charred scene as authorities investigated the death fraud case.
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J. Sailstad
Eau Claire
Wisconsin
Turbulent news and holiday plans in Graysville
Graysville residents note mild weather ahead while Bro Avery wraps up a Terre Haute meeting and plans a post holiday stop. Local chatter recalls Powder River on screen at Sherman last Monday echoing General Sherman on war. Youth seek Christmas vacation with plans forming. Lloyd Reynolds family visits from Illinois. he works on the Lincoln trail out of Salem. Mrs dimes Yager and children visit Terre Haute.
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Bro
Avery
Terre Haute
General Sherman
Lloyd Reynolds
Illinois
Salem
Ilinois
Dimes Yager
Financial Line Items From an Old Ledger
The fragment lists a contingent fund of 48 447.36 and undivided profits of 25 000.00 alongside a note to save money for old age. Names, dates, or organizations are not provided in the readable text.
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State of
Indiana
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