Grandfather Frog and Mr Toad Dispute Over The Great World
Thornton W Burgess narrates how Grandfather Frog and his cousin Mr Toad, born at the Smiling Pool, quarrel about whether to stay home or seek the Great World. Their playful clash grows from a past choking episode and the teasing that follows.
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Randfather Frog
Mr. Toad
Grandfather Frog
Grandfather
Smiling Pool
Old Grandfather Frog
Spotty the Turtle
New thermostat dial adapts to unique heating systems
A novel thermostat uses a special dial that lets homeowners tailor the instrument to the specific control characteristics of their heating system. Systems vary in firing rate, fuel type, pipe size and arrangement, so the dial provides adjustments beyond the standard temperature setting.
Mortgage saga and fashion quips in mixed dialogue
A fragmented text asks why Jones bears his mortgage long while a character mocks fashion changes. The dialogue includes lines about hats and church attire and a joke about self made men, presenting a collage of social chatter.
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Brown
Jones
Smith
Hope With Life and Montaigne Quote
A brief quotation attributing hope to life and Montaigne that reflects on enduring optimism and the value of hope through a long life.
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