Ardmore and Griswold Tug Between Jugs and Governors
Bored millionaire Thomas Ardmore and Professor Henry Griswold travel from Atlanta to Raleigh and Columbia on a train. Misidentification as Gov Osbourne sparks danger while Ardmore clutches a brown jug and navigates inn chatter and Southern locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Ardmore
Henry Maine Griswold
University of Virginia
Atlanta
Griswold
Ardmore
Gov. Osborne
South Carolina
Columbia
Vennor
Barbara Osborne
Gov
Ardmore Pursues Jug Addiction as Raleigh Visit Unfolds
Ardmore confronts a man demanding a jug at Kildare. He deflects with wit about his Civil War friend and travels to Raleigh to seek an audience with Governor Dangerfield. A telegram slip hints at threats from Appleweight’s gang as Ardmore plans further moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Ardmore
Guilford House
Raleigh
Ardmore
New York
Ardsley
Appleweight
Columbia
Osborne
Kildare
Ardmere
the Inquirer
Bill
Harvard
Commonwealth
New York City Hall
Tar Heel
Atlanta
Woman Cashed a Check After Teller’s Odd Verification
A severe looking woman presented a small check at Citizen Savings Trust. The teller asked for identification and called the check drawer's man by phone. He described a woman matching the plaintiff, noting a faded brown dress, pince-nez, a flashy brooch, and Kermit Roosevelt as a comparison. The woman departed after the teller cashed the check.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizen Savings & Trust Company
Kermit Roosevelt
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Quadruped Ancestors and the Quest for Origins
The piece argues that Chesterton might dislike being told his sixpence hunt is due to remote quadruped ancestors. Biologists question popular belief and emphasize that true origin requires the broader natural history of humanity, a task pursued by the leading prophets of science.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chesterton
Huxley
To Heights Sublime
Phrase asking what noble word would name the mantic heroism of reforesting a nation and growing two blades of grass where one grew before.
Lewis Single Binder cigar promotes quality and authenticity
An advertisement touts Lewis Single Binder cigars as hand-made and foil wrapped to stay fresh. It argues pricier tobacco justifies the 5c cigar and warns against imitations, urging buyers to insist on Lewis Single Binder. The prose includes two quotes from scenes titled In the Gloaming and The Circle One, highlighting romance and mischief.
Stops Lameness and Keep Sloan's Liniment Handy
Much chronic lameness in horses stems from neglect. Apply Sloan's Liniment at first stiffness to relieve soreness loosen joints and flex the muscles. It penetrates to the spot and makes muscles elastic and pliant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
Resaca Ga Resident Praises Liniment Cure
A Resaca Georgia reader reports using the liniment on a horse for a sickness and swelling, claiming a thorough cure. The note mentions burdensome joints and soreness and endorses the remedy as highly effective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. T. Roberts
Resaca
R.F.D
Sweeney
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ZFO
Ray Walters
TMF
oRnd Comentay
Porter
Mr. Ardmore
Dilwell County
Lewis
Peruna
Fizex
Sloan’s Liniment
Slean
Dr. Ee
Boston, Mass
U.S. A
Rae. Lats
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