Barnes of New York and the Corsican Vendetta
Burton H. Barnes an American rescues Edward Anstruther and Marina, daughter of the Paplis, in a tale of intrigue aboard a French steamer and a yacht voyage from Ajaccio to Marseilles. A mysterious note, espionage, and a plot to murder challenge Barnes as he safeguards Marina and Enid Anstruther amid surveillance and pursuit by Corsican adversaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burton H. Barnes
Corstes
Edward Gerard Anstruthar
Marina
Paplis
Enid Anstruther
Ajacclo
Marseilles
Aod
London
Barnes
Ady Chartris
Ady Chartris Lease A Secluded Villa Atten
Morina
Corregia Danella
Lens
Matey
St. Tropez
Enid
Elba
Corsica
Cipriano Danella
Edwin
Anstruther
Miss Anstruther
Garlez-Vous
Burton
Seagull Yacht Chase Turns to Vendetta Plot
In a perilous voyage between Elba and Corsica the Seagull crew plots a counterattack as Leboeuf vows to defend Marina and Enid. Edwin, Barnes, Anstruther weigh escape routes while the vendetta tightens, forcing concealment with Lady Chartris as they head toward Villefranche.
Hidden Seagull’s Metamorphosis Aboard at Sea
Edwin and Barnes devise drastic measures to hide their vessel and keep a dangerous threat from wrecking their romance and plans. Enid presses for trust as they sail toward Nice, while the Wildfowl plot unfolds under Villefranche’s shores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ter Earler
Enid
Barnes
Burton
Nice
Riek
Mediterranean
Monalaur Leboeuf
Tile Bay
Villefranche
Slave In Connecticut Reports of Slavs Inhabiting New England Town
A Lewiston Journal warning notes Slavs colonizing Connecticut valley towns like Old Hadley with multi family tenements and boarding houses. They supposedly bring lower living standards yet wealth and better living as New England stock forsakes farms and old residences. Birds Share Nest describes a blackbird and thrush nesting together in one concealed nest. The Scotsman calls it the earliest maisonette observation in ornithology with both birds rearing four eggs each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut
Old
Hadley
New England
Lewiston Journal
Catching Buses In Europe
Buses and trains do not stop on signal but only at designated street corners marked by signs. They will board only as many passengers as vacant seats allow, in the order of numbered checks shown to the conductor. Passengers draw from a box in the adjacent waiting room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Practical Fashions Ladies Tucked Shirt-Waist Pattern No 2378
Pattern No 2378 offers a tucked front and back box plait shirt waist in lawn chambray or similar fabrics. Three quarter sleeves also tucked with lace trim and velvet accents. Sizes range from 32 to 44 inches, with yardage guidance and a 10 cent pattern request to the Pattern Department.
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Paris
Madras
Ladies Gore Corset-Cover Pattern 2412 from Paris
Pattern No 2412 offers a dainty corset-cover suitable for eight sizes from bust 32 to 46 inches. Describes seam at center back, front buttoning, ribbon run beading, and a short peplum over the hips with two rows of insertion trim and matching edging. Requires specific yardage of material and notions. Order by sending name, address, size, and pattern number.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Best Money Maker Sabbath Contest Inspires Craft profits
In a Sabbath school activity, each scholar received a quarter to invest in making and selling items. The winner, earning the most net profit, crafted and sold fancy ribbon dowas, showcasing thrift and entrepreneurial effort.
Little Clarence Tests Cold Bath Experience
The passage notes Clarence bathing in a cold room for the first time with water at an unusual temperature. His mother steps away briefly as he stares at the goose flesh forming on his skin and exclaims, Hurry up, I’m turning into a chicken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence
Harper's
Allen's Foot-Ease Ad for Foot Comfort Powder
In this advertisement a foot powder claims to cure painful smarting nervous feet and ingrown nails, offering a territory cure for sweating feet. It promises comfort with new shoes, sells through druggists for 25 cents, and advertises a free trial package from A. P. Olmsted in Le Roy, New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
Notable Quip on Identity from Washington Star
In a pointed exchange, Ananias rejects being labeled merely as a representative of madness. He expresses a preference to be seen as someone more profitable, even as a "malefactor of great wealth," reflecting satirical take on public perception and ambition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madacity
Ananias
Washington Star
Property Sale Notes and Bitter Exchange Slant
A fragmentary item notes a 95 000 acre tract near San Antonio nearly sold, offering farms with town lots from 10 to 640 acres and water rich soil. Mentions Dr Chas F Simmons of San Antonio and a tense exchange about learning and experience between spouses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Texas
Chas. F. Simmons
Museum Attendant Questions Age of Mammal Specimen
In a perplexing exchange the museum attendant debates whether the enigmatic mammal remains are a single fossil or multiple specimens spanning millions of years. The Old Gentleman casts a stereotyped remark about male dominance in the species.
Land Sale in Atascosa County Texas 10 to 640 Acres
Advertises farm land investment in Atascosa County Texas from 10 to 640 acres plus 2 town lots for 210 dollars with 10 dollars monthly payments. Promotes pure water, fertile soil, and big land value with appeals to readers to contact Dr Charles F Simmons in San Antonio for information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atascosa County
Texas
Chas. F. Simmons
San Antonio
No Need for It Will Debate Among Citizens
A terse exchange highlights views on women making wills across regions. The stranger notes that some women lack need, as ready made provisions exist, prompting discussion about autonomy and legal foresight.
Pettit's Eye Salve Ad Highlights Humble Flower Link
A brief advert carries claims for Pettit's Eye Salve as a harmless quick-acting remedy for eye disease or injury. Mentions 25a druggists of Howard Bros Buffalo and ties to the Humble Primrose through Lord Beaconsfield’s fondness and the Primrose League. Also references cigars, a theater box office note, and Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething while touting a witty closing joke about a wise wife knowing her owl husband.
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Pettit
Howard Bros
Buffalo
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Menes
Mw Rann
Mr. Barnes
MR Barnes
New York
Vey Gee
Anatruther
Felucca
Monsieur Deupez
Cafe Velleur
Meudon
Meudow
Graham
Cafe Vaileur
Leboeuf
Pistol
Monsieur Leboeuf
Sardinia
Strait of Gibraltar
Atlantic
Bay of Biscay
England
Chartris
Porto Ferrajo
Monte Cristo
Gorgona
Misa Anatruther
Gralam
Emory
Mine Anatruther
Ruskin
South Texas
Lord Beaconsfield
Leswis
Peoria
Dodds
Kidne
Guar
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