The Adventure of the Devils Foot Continues
Holmes and Watson ponder a disturbing greenhouse store room mystery in Cornwall. The duo test a toxic fire produced atmosphere theory using a lamp, ashes, and a controlled setup while Mortimer Tregennis faces suspicion and Dr Leon Sterndale reacts to the case.
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Holmes
Mortimer Tregennis
Watson
Tregennis
Gnileas
Cornwall
England
Leon Sterndale
Sterndale
Regulus the Brave Hero and a Mile of Distortion
A historical note recounts Regulus a Roman commander who faced Carthage and chose to die rather than betray Roman captives. The piece then shifts to a survey of international mile lengths, claiming Swiss and other nations differ greatly, with odd yardages for miles as spoken by travelers and locals.
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Regulus
Carthage
Africa
Rome
Beard Sanction Mirrors New York Case At Factory
A Wisconsin farmer jailed for unable to pay a fine had his beard shaved as punishment. A New York case followed when a factory worker faced dismissal unless he shaved his long whiskers near rapid machinery. The father offered shave or discharge, and the worker chose shaving.
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Wisconsin
Holland
New York
Bolivia Without a Seaport and High Altitude Cities
The article notes Bolivia ranks thirtieth in South America and lacks a seaport after Chile seized the Pacific outlet. It highlights La Paz Oruro and Potosi high above sea level, railroad expansion, and swift train links from La Paz to Antofagasta on the Pacific coast in two days.
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Bolivia
South America
Pacific Ocean
Chile
Switzerland
la Paz
Oruro
Potosi
Lake Titicaca
Antofagusta
Pacific
Antofagasta
Nature's Wise Provisions and Scandinavian Proverb
A concise, reflective line notes a decid cheerful simpleton as a reproach to a cynical philosopher reflecting on nature and provisions with a touch of Nordic mood.
All About The Philosopher And His Quiet Labor
A humorous portrait of philosophers as idle time explainers who chase reasons for actions. The piece notes their unpopularity, comfort-seeking haunts in stores and universities, and the paradox that famous philosophers are often just scientists. It concludes that true philosophers avoid giving information and rarely agree.
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Simon
Knott Knitting Needle Agency Ties Revealed
In a vignette from pincott's Magazine Uncle Eben dismisses Jon as a trusted lawyer, while noting Smith holds multiple local posts including the Knott Knitting Needle agency the Daggett Drugless dope distributor and Fasset's Fireless Cooker demonstrator. The dialogue hints at Smith's influence and independence from law.
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Jon
Eben
Smith
Knott
Daggett
Fasset
Pincott’s Magazine
It Seemed So a Quote About A Man Of Parts
A fragment quotes a speaker asking if the essential parts of a man are missing. The text hints at evaluating core character beyond outward aspects. No further details available.
Father Gets Lemon Out of Every Lesson
A humorous adage notes that the only thing a father truly gets from most situations is a lemon. The saying contrasts effort with fruitless outcomes and reflects lighthearted family humor.
Thirteen Years Unlucky Number for Dakota Woman
A South Dakota woman claims thirteen years of coffee misery ended when she switched to Postum. She describes nervous wrecking effects on her liver stomach and heart and notes a six month bed confinement last year before adopting tea substitutes.
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T Sir
Conan Dowle Aithir
VI_Barnes
Roundhay
Mr. Holmes
Vienna
Ani Kache
Sm Tilmots
Edward Porsche
Cleveland Ave
Chicago
Dean
Doan
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