Motors Instead of Dogs in a Gasoline Sleigh
A spectacular motor sleigh trip across the Cascades is praised for conquering snow and gully passes. Photographs in Popular Mechanics illustrate the journey and liken it to army tank feats, while noting Alaska post trails could benefit from gasoline transport over dog sleds. A Times quote on changing morals adds historical color.
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Cascades
First Army
Snoqualmie Pass
Alaska
Jack London
Quick Action Called For in Angler’s Open Line Request
An angler hopes for an immediate reply after dropping a line. The note stresses swift response to fishing inquiries and urges quick guidance from authorities or local experts.
Proud of His Profession Burglar Veterans and Army Link
A London police official says burglars who served in the army return to crime for adventure. A captain from a famed regiment confirms a corporal with a D.C.M. and other honors called himself a professional thief and wished his occupation could be listed on his papers as burglar.
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London
To all the toads: handsomest is what they do
Teeny and Tillie Toad discuss their role in gardens. They explain their work against pests and germs, and reflect on the saying Handsome Is as Handsome Does. They value being useful despite not being beautiful and vow to help gardeners.
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Teeny Toad
Tillie Toad
Titlie Toad
Tillie Toad Handsome
Starting Over A Quote From A Girl
A reflective line urges admitting error and bravely returning to the start rather than proceeding toward regret. The speaker emphasizes facing the misstep early to begin anew with courage. The tone is earnest and admonitory about choosing a wiser path.
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Soeans
Philanthropist Offers Oak Forest for Town Park
In a lively exchange the town’s benefactor Mr Roche pledges to fund a park of oak trees across the town. The Mayor and Mr Harding celebrate the idea while Roche hints at donating acorns for sowing once land is found.
One Mrs Crosslets Warns Against Bol Shivers
A fragment shows Mrs Crosslets expressing gratitude her husband John will avoid bol shivers. She suspects bolshiv involves spreading flames and believes no man fears starting a worse fire than John.
Future nations aim for perfect spacing and progress
The remark envisions a world where every nation advances with disciplined restraint, avoiding interference and pursuing orderly development to prevent competition from stepping on others. It emphasizes foresight, collective advancement, and mutual respect among states.
Silk industry of India supports a million workers
The article describes one million Indians employed in silk production. It explains domesticated caterpillars and moths, cocoon handling, and rearing methods. Tasar and muga silks originate in Asia, while eri silk comes from castor-fed caterpillars and can be spun without killing the insect, suited to Hindu practices.
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India
China
Japan
Between-Wise Banter Over Bills and Profits
A brisk exchange notes skepticism about a business’s viability. One speaker questions profitability while the other cites steady billings as evidence of paying customers. The dialogue hints at enterprise concerns and consumer confidence without naming entities.
Kaiser the down and out dog shows a sad look
A reader notes the dog Kaiser carries a downhearted expression, prompting discussion of his distressed appearance and care needs.
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Kaiser
A Little Learning, Etc My Husband Understands Women
A brief quip from Boston Evening Transcript notes a husband who claims men cannot understand women yet after understanding them wishes he hadn’t. The remark captures marital gender commentary in a concise, period tone.
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Boston Evening ‘Transcript
Mor Mor with Five Wives Barbs On Happiness
A humorous exchange features Mrs Henpeck asking if a man with five wives can be happy and Mr Henpeck replying he has five chances to her single chance.
Be in the Midst of Your Job Not Posing
The saying urges workers to focus on duties rather than posing or showing off. It emphasizes continuous effort and attention to tasks over appearances. It reflects practical workplace advice encouraging productivity and professionalism.
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Doan
Bright
Nebraska
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