Irinda Chooses Love After Train of Hearts
Irinda, a pale eyed beauty, discovers Barney 's charming flaws and realizes she loves Jim, who for long has awaited his chance. On a San Opera train journey, Irinda weighs magnetism against true devotion and accepts Jim's sincere proposal after Barney's candid remarks threaten her self image.
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Irinda
San
Jim
Barney
Alderly
Knott
George Washington
William Tell
Hearts of Birds Show Heavy Proportion in Their Hearts
Birds have heavier hearts for their body size than humans due to higher activity. The more they work, the greater the heart’s demand, leading to a developed, heavier heart. Birds like swallows show speed and endurance, while falcons carry loads in flight without sacrificing sight or speed.
Between the Acts: Witty Milwau kee Sentinel quip
The Milwaukee Sentinel quotes a risqué exchange about a kiss and a humorous reply. The joke centers on a character named Jack and a startled father entering the room, delivering a playful punch line.
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Jack
Milwaukee Sentinel
To Be Kind to Your Little Companions
A minister urges kindness to one’s small companions, arguing it is a good habit. Tommy reacts with a grunted skepticism, suggesting such kindness may be seen as a sign of being soft.
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Tommy
Philadelphie Prase
Atchison Globe
Michigan's New Senator William Alden Smith elected
William Alden Smith of Grand Rapids has been elected by the Michigan legislature to succeed General Russell A. Alger in the United States Senate. At forty eight, Smith is a former page and longtime congressman known as a practical moderate with insurgent streaks. A humorous legend about a bear hunt ends this portrait.
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Michigan
William Alden Smith
Grand Raptis
Russell A. Alger
United States Senate
Congress
Smith
Senate
House
Princess shares joke at New York kennel show
Parisian Princess de Montglyon remarks at a New York dinner about an old Windsor tale. The queen’s entourage, amused by a lively march, asks a maid what the tune is. The maid replies in blushing humor, “Come Where the House Is Cheaper.”
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Princess de Montglyon
Paris
America
New York
Queen Alexandra
England
Windsor Castle
Dear Maria Bellamy Inquiry Sparks House Committee Curiosity
A note from the New York World mentions a new salutation in committee rooms: Dear Maria, how's Bellamy. The line signals a conversational shift as lawmakers address Bellamy in discussions or inquiries.
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House
Maria
Bellamy
New
York World
Noted Missouri Politician and Wit John Sharp Williams
Clark of Missouri and Jenohs of Missouri discuss John Sharp Williams as a leading House figure. The text highlights Williams as a noted wit with a varied career from a farm hand to college president, born in Kentucky fifty six years ago, educated at Kentucky University and Cincinnati Law School, and having served as city attorney of Louisiana Missouri and as prosecuting attorney of Pike County.
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Clark
Missouri
Jenohs
John Sharp Williams
House of Representatives
Congress
Kentucky
Kentucky University
Cincinnati Law School
Louisiana
Pike County
Clark remembered as longtime congressman from Bowling Green
The editor notes Mr. Clark a successful country paper editor who first won a congressional seat in 1883 and has served all but one term. His Bowling Green, Missouri home is cited as his base and a story recalls him addressing the House when a rash member interrupted him.
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Clark
Congress
Bowling Green
House of Representatives
Rising NYC budget exceeds prior year by millions
The New York City government faces an 11.77 million dollar increase in the current year's operating costs compared with last year. Transit riders number about 146000 entering city paid transport hourly. The city hosts the oldest Hebrew cemetery dating to 1656 at Bowery and Oliver. Little Italy's population grew from 882 in 1900 to 4412, spanning blocks near One Hundred Twelfth to One Hundred Thirteenth streets. Citizens fault winter street cleanliness on vacant lots.
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New York City
United States
New Bowery
Oliver Street
Little Italy
New York Herald
Last Words Of Famous Men From History
The list preserves final utterances from notable figures across centuries. Louis XIV laments the pain of dying, Gladstone and Phillips Brooks offer brief goodbyes, Chesterfield asks for a chair, Havelock speaks of his son, McKinley bids farewell with faith, Patrick Henry reflects on the Bible, and others mark the end of life with solemn statements.
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Louis XIV
France
William Ewart Gladstone
PITH AND POINT
Not all people can be clever yet most can improve their behavior. The piece notes lawsuits may tempt plea bargains and warns crankiness harms business, quoting the Atchison Globe on manners and restraint.
Model of the Moment Velvet Veils and Velvet Ribbons
Velvet dotted veils with velvet ribbon borders gain favor among milliners. Warm mordore brown leads color trends for hats in velvet and felt. Embroidered designs appear on soft silk hats, and embroidery extends to headgear matching gowns.
Avoiding Trouble in a College Record
Mrs Flatleigh asks about janitor trouble while Regord from the Herald notes both spouses devote spare moments to pleasure in a college setting.
Unclear Note on Miss Rook and Cooking Instruction
Fragmentary text mentions a Miss Rook associated with a school and cooking. It references learning cooking from Leslie's Weekly and notes a death or end of life. The readable parts are insufficient for a full identifying summary.
Forest Fire Insurance Blamed for House Fire
The Florida Times Union reports a fire blamed on improperly insured green wood. A man claimed he warned that the wood was too green to burn, while another insisted the insured status had lapsed allowing the blaze to rage.
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Dickens
Picken
Florida Times-Union
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Barkey
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Spokane
Seattle
Tacoma
Washington
California
Denver
Scenic
Colorado
Salt Lake City
Montana
Puget Sound
Landseekers’ Information Bureau
Burlington
Farnham St
Omaha
Neb
A. T. Warteax
L. W. Waxevey
Agent C. B. 2
Nebr
J. Monroe Davis
Raalograta
Firet National Bank
Pairbury
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