The Colonel's Campaign Ends in a Quiet Blessing
Col Leith pursues speed and pride on a Texas valley road. He encounters Grace Dewey and Lieut Roberts after a horse accident. Roberts and Grace marry with the colonel granting blessing as he speeds away to the post.
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Col. Leith
Rockwell City
Grace Dewey
Lieut
Roberts
Miss Dewey
James
Grace
Papa
Dewey
Leutenant
Miss Grace
Miss
Rex
Col
Leith
Lieut. Roberts
Reforming a Notorious Crook Once a Criminal Always a Criminal
A Broadway Magazine piece profiles a gray headed patented medicine magnate known as Long Jim who escaped Columbus Penitentiary with help from a friend operating a New York livery stable. The ex-convict now claims his identity is unknown, presenting himself as a model citizen while recalling past Ocean Bank and Cadiz bank robberies from decades ago.
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Long Jim
Cadiz
Columbus
New York
Ocean Bank
Broadway Magazine
The Late Senator Proctor on International Marriages
A Burlington man recalls Senator Proctor's views on rich American heiresses and titled spouses. He quotes the senator saying he would doubt sincerity unless a duke or prince married a poor American, adding that he would decorate the church with marigolds if he funded such unions.
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Senator Proctor
Burlington
Automobile Stare Makes City Streets Uneasy
The automobile stare grows in New York City as chauffeurs adopt a vacant distant look while driving. They ignore pedestrians, drift onto wrong corners, and speed, disregarding others' rights on the streets.
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New York City
Tablets Reveal Babylonian Real Estate Trade Asks Modern Echoes
The article cites Eugene F. Ware claiming 5000 years ago Babylonians already used tablets to record deeds and leases. It describes clay tablets from Nippur, scribes akin to stenographers, and a specific tablet showing a jeweler selling a gold ring with an emerald to a real estate man with a 20 year guaranty.
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B. C
Eugene F. Ware
Kansas City
Ware
Kansas City Star
Europe
Louvre
Paris
Nippur
Babylonia
Tigris
Euphrates
Bel
Mr Ware
Baylonians
Sir Henry Rawlinson
Stand Tall to Fight Shoulder Sag and Stay Young
The article warns against slumping shoulders and suggests daily checks against sagging. It advises standing tall in door jambs and walking with a broomstick under the arms to keep the chest up. Deep breathing and conscious chest elevation are taught as simple, repeatable exercises to maintain good posture.
Parisinspired trim ideas for linen suits
Practical fashion note suggests reviving last year's white linen suit for summer with a touch of color using cretonne trimming. Recommend adding colored cuffs or adjustable shawl collar. Also proposes updating linen skirts and coats by replacing or covering buttons with cretonne rather than purchasing new pieces.
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Paris
Pittsburg Firm Bans Liquor for All Employees
A large Pittsburgh employer enforces a strict policy prohibiting liquor use by workers at any time or place. The Washington Times notes this reform stance as a sign of the temperance movement reaching Pittsburgh.
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Washington
Pittsburg
Washington Times
Endorsement and Digestive Health Notes
A brief endorsement emphasizes digestive remedies as essential for strengthening nerves. It argues that nourished digestion supports nerve centers, preventing anemia and nervous debility. The text presents a holistic view linking digestion to bodily vitality and well being.
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Peruma
Peruna Aids Digestion Says Woman Cure
A California woman named Mrs. C Jamison from Wallace reports six years of stomach trouble and nervous dyspepsia. After three doctors and a liquid diet she still worsened when stopping medicine. She tried Peruna, took several bottles, and claims to be entirely cured.
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Peruna
C. Jamison
Wallace
Cal
The Three Epochs of a Woman’s Life Quote
The life of a woman can be divided into three epochs in this reflective Saint Prosper saying. It notes dreams of love in youth, experience in the middle era, and regret in later life.
Might Mise Something
Edyth I warned him I would not marry him and would return any letters unopened. He replied with regret noting he might have left matinee tickets and other items unread in the messages.
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Edyth
Willie asks for time off on game day
A firm head chases an office boy Willie who stammers to request time off for the ball game. The boss urges him to hurry, then Willie asks if he may take the requested time, setting a brief awkward exchange.
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Willie
Harper’s Weekly
Youthful courtship tale from Bobby's sister encounter
A shy youth seeks to win Bobby's sister by visiting and asking if she was pleased with his call. Bobby confirms with a brisk reply as he recalls her remark about the caller. The exchange ends with a cheerful, parental approved moment as the girl quotes her mother.
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Bobby
Grape-Nuts Credited For Restored Energy In Letters
A testimonial from a New York man claims Grape-Nuts rebuilt his run down system after night shifts. He reports immediate strength gains, improved nerve and brain power, weight gain of about 20 pounds, and better exertion with less fatigue while traveling. The letter is from the Postum Co. in Battle Creek, Mich.
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N. Y. Magn
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Aaron
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