Vanishing Fleets Opens War Climate in Washington
A sweeping wartime fantasy unfolds with the United States and Japan on the brink of conflict. Lovers Guy Hillier and Norma Roberts are drawn into espionage and romance as Japan declares war, fleets vanish, and a radioplane peace plan reshapes nations. The plot pivots through royal dignitaries, a recovered Dreadnought, and a world yearning for harmony.
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To Peace and the President Ruler of a Great Kingdom
In Chapter XXII the narrator reflects on merit over rank and the value of honest companionship. A calm shift from conquest to peaceful progress follows as a toast honors Peace and the President of the United States.
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Peace Is Declared In Royal Return Of Roberts
London awoke to excitement as the Roberts airship landed near Buckingham Palace. Guards rushed from barracks with arms as searchlights swept the sky while three flags, the Union Jack, Stars and Stripes, and a white banner of truce, floated from the craft on its descent. The dramatic scene followed a global call for peace.
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Brain and nerves linked to emotions say experts
Professor Francois Guyot states the solar plexus is the emotional brain and that anxiety or strong emotion is felt there first. He explains the brain thinks while the emotional center feels, with the great nerve plexus near the spine governing the stomach area and balance.
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A Long Engagement Ends Quickly in Quick Marriage
A proverbical reflection notes that a long engagement can precede a brief marriage, suggesting that absence of a wedding scene may still yield a swift union with a less clouded start but a bright silver lining.
Woman's Worth Ignites Satirical Letter Row
A brief humorous exchange notes a man reportedly selling his wife for a shilling. The reply suggests the wife’s value if she was considered good, reflecting social humor of the era.
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America
Oil Lamps Offer Brighter Light With New Burner
A New York scientist secures government protection for a lamp burner that converts oil to hydrogen gas producing eighty candle power light with lower oil use. The device eliminates mantle carbonization and overheating and has lifetime wick life. Union Light Co of New York City has acquired selling rights and offers discounts to appoint local representatives.
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A Test of Friendship
In the Ban crofts recollections Robertson urges Artemus Ward to take medicine as he nears death. Ward refuses saying the medicine is horrible. Robertson insists and Ward dies a few hours later after their final exchange.
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Who He Belonged To
A country paper interview reveals a stern matron declaring her political affiliation by announcing herself as the party the man belongs to. The anecdote highlights local character and partisan bravado in a bustling rural community.
Curious misprint penny note circulates for years
The Bank of England issued a one penny note by mistake in 1828. It remained in circulation for years and annoyed cashiers. The owner finally presented it to the bank and was paid six pounds after lengthy argument.
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Prominent Officials End Coffee Use After Postum Testimony
A southern public school superintendent cites his mother’s long coffee problem and heart trouble. After switching to Postum her health improved, with fewer headaches and better well being. The letter notes continued family benefit and mentions The Road to Wellville.
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