The Room of the Purple Ray Haunts Memory and Love
A rumored Purple Ray can erase painful memories at the Mansion of Forgetfulness. Herbert Munson allegedly built the estate to let souls forget heartbreak in an hour. One visitor, Morella, cannot forget her betrothal, causing a wrenching confrontation as the master contemplates his own loss.
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Indians Did Not Sell Lands Outright, Frontier Says
The Frontier argues that Native Americans did not view land as private property or permanently transferable. Land became usable by individuals but reverted to the tribe if unused. It notes misconceptions about colonial “purchases” including Manhattan and suggests tribes saw trinkets as tokens of friendship rather than sales.
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First Aid for Wounds Burnt Paper Remedy
A historical note discusses using burned paper as a clean quick dressing for wounds praised by Sir James Cantile. It argues burnt paper is purified by heat and safer than dirtier cloths, advising fresh fabrics and avoiding germ contact for wound dressings.
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Lunch atop Milan Duomo: roof cafe among marble pinnacles
A Milan roof cafe atop the cathedral offers lunch or tea for locals who stay in the city during summer. Once a small fruit kiosk, the venue now serves a variety of foods. Patrons dine about 300 feet high, enjoying views of the city, Lombard plain, and the Alps from Mount Viso to the Artler.
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Why cant people be more explicit says Uncle Sol
Uncle Sol folds aside a letter and exclaims doggone impatience. He reads that father fell from an apple tree and broke a limb, prompting Aunt Sue to ask what is the matter.
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Rob Roy Macgregor Campbell Hero of Scotland
The nickname Rob Roy was given to Robert Macgregor who adopted Campbell after his clan’s proscription in 1662. A Robin Hood figure in Scotland, he seconded the Old Pretender during the 1715 Jacobite uprising and inspired a famous Walter Scott novel.
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Count Humberto Aguirre de Urbina Accused of Forgery
Mrs. Constance de Urbina once married to Col. Archibald Gracie seeks extradition from Chile for forgery and grand larceny. She alleges the Chilean impostor tried to choke her when she confronted him and says he is an adventurer who deceived her after Titanic era tragedy.
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Nassau Assemblyman Davison Heads National Crime Commission
Assemblyman F Trubee Davison of Nassau county New York has been named chairman of the newly formed National Crime Commission created to combat crime nationwide.
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Two Horses, One Lesson on Life and Attitude
Dean of Men at the University of Illinois reflects on life through two horses, Moses and Dick. Moses embodies gloom and fatigue, while Dick exudes energy and optimism, illustrating how outlook shapes aging and vitality across a lifetime.
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Resourceful youth finds a college footing through work
The speaker recalls Wayne who arrived at college three years ago with little money. He offered to cook and clean for room and board, learned quickly, kept accounts for a group, saved enough for a small car, and now enjoys a modest independent life.
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