The Prodigal's Return
A weary tramp wanders to a Iowa farmhouse where Mary reunites him with his family after four years apart. Will faces a cautious welcome from his stern father and Florence, as tensions rise over old wounds and hopes for a peaceful homecoming are tempered by a watchdog fence and tense reunion.
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Iowa
Mary
Will
Glenwood
Wither
Florence
Saho
Father
Towz
Eld
Barnes
Haines
Carter
Maury
Wii
Candies From a Handkerchief and Other Magic Tricks
The article describes simple stage tricks for amateurs including Candies From a Kerchief with a cambric handkerchief and a bag of springs, Shadow Pantomime using a lamp and a sheet, Feathers From a Handkerchief and Tow plumes, and an Original Reporter noting a Deer Isle marriage with light humor. It offers practical steps, setup, and presentation notes for each illusion.
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The
Deer Isle
Prisoner’s Arm Scheme Defies Judge in Odd Trial
In a curious case, defense claims the accused did not break in, only reached through an open window. The bench convicts the arm itself for six months, allowing the man to join or not as changes demand, as the cork arm is left in court custody.
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Solelior
Siken
Andy
Alabama
Medical Bubbles Promise Nerve Pain Relief
Doctors announce a bubble treatment that injects air under the skin to lengthen nerve ends and remove pain. The air bubble is formed by fingers and moved gently to relieve surface nerve afflictions. It has shown relief in dislocations fractures and bruises.
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Ghent
Match Puzzle Leaves Two Squares After Removal
A historical puzzle asks to arrange twenty four matches into nine squares, then remove eight to leave two squares. The solution appears in the accompanying right hand figures, reflecting a classic brain teaser with concise directions and a hint of playful misdirection.
Flags of Spain and Portugal in our flag pictures
This week we showcase Spain and Portugal flags. The Spanish naval ensign features three stripes with a central yellow band and red edges, and a crowned escutcheon of Castile and Leon. The Portuguese royal banner displays a scarlet field with the royal arms, six gold bezants, and a white shield with smaller escutcheons. The naval and merchant ensign is blue and half blue field with the coat of arms in color.
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Spain
Portugal
Arma
Castile and Leon
Commercial Fink
Isaj
Bozeman Plans Quiet Trip Amid Stock Concern
In a tense household exchange, Mr Bozeman devises a harmless ruse to spare Mrs Bozeman distress over a stock matter. He contemplates a quiet business tour with Frye, while Mrs Bozeman insists on accompanying him, threatening to join if needed to stay with the children. The plan shifts as their discussion reveals deeper personal tensions.
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Mr. Bozeman
Mrs. Bozeman
Frye
Bozeman
Tee
Ted
Cera
William Bozeman
Emer Jes
Mirage of Bottles On A Moving Train
A spoof on prohibition era travel shows a group chasing liquor on a moving train. The porter announces no more alcohol at the next stop, and in a trick of fate the bottles spill during a derailment attempt, leaving the travelers with a mirage of hydration.
Resolute strangers clash over streetcar parcel mix up
A tense streetcar scene centers on a man and a young woman who dispute ownership of a small parcel. Passengers intervene, noting the woman's claim that the item belongs to her while the man accuses her of theft. The parcel is inspected, revealing a possible mix up and shared confusion among riders.
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Lamade
Sien
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G. Pitzer
Daily Story Pur Co
Tows
Earth
Judge
Mr. Perea
Boxeman
George
Wear
the Oasis
Elly
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