The Rescue of Lot in the Campaign of Abram
An extended biblical scene describes Abram learning Lot has been captured during a battle near Sodom. Abram mobilizes 318 trained servants, pursues the captors to Hobah, defeats them by night, and rescues Lot with plunder and captives, including Lot’s family.
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Beripti
Blom
Lot
Abram
Sodom
Mamre
Ebathol
Aner
Hil
Dan
Hobah
Damascus
Abraham
Siddim
Gomorrah
Sarat
Sarah
God
Jordan Valley
Canaan
Abraham and Lot Choose Between God and World
The tale recounts Abraham guiding Lot toward righteousness while Lot hesitates between duty and worldly gain. Abraham rejects Sodom’s riches, declaring he will rely on the Lord. Lot’s choice of luxury leads to later loss. The narrative prompts readers to weigh divine fellowship against worldly allure.
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Abraham
Trica
Han
Waichi
Rey
Jordan Valley
Lot
Sodom
Melchizedek
God
Sherborne Pageant Plans a Historic Festival in Castle Ruins
London reports preparations for a major Sherborne pageant to mark the 1200th anniversary of the town and St. Aldhelm's school. Louis N. Parker organizes a folk play from June 12 to 15 at Sherborne castle with 60 speaking roles and 700 performers, featuring Morris dances and choruses. The final tableau depicts the 1620 founding of Sherborne Mass. by a native Sherborne figure.
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London
Eglinton
Sherborne
Louis N. Parker
St. Aldselfin
Sherborne Castle
Aldselin
Elizabeth
Haresback
Mass
Thoughts Versus Persons and Civic Service
The essay argues that caring for nearby people leads to practical impact and future ideas. A thinker consumed by abstract thoughts neglecting family and community should abandon lone pursuits and rejoin life and love. Service to others enhances value beyond solitary reflection.
Dry voting harmed business and mortality in a slave era town
A criticized claim by an American slave argues one place suffered economic injury and higher mortality after dry laws. He cites diminished trade, job losses, and public health declines tied to reduced commerce and scarcity, claiming prohibition’s harms outweighed any gains.
Jesus Prays for His Followers Sunday School Lesson 1905
May 14 1905 Sunday school lesson on John 17 15 26 and memory verses 20 21 covers Jesus prayer for believers protection sanctification unity and mission The lesson notes explain Not of the world Sanctify them through thy truth and sending them into the world to testify through the apostles witness and later believers The text emphasizes love unity and divine glory to be shared with followers
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Jesus
Jerusalem
Gethsemane
Heavenly Father
Satan
Christ
God
Earth
Preaching to Individuals and the Environment
An N. Times quote argues individuals shape their own environment while masses lack power to alter it. It asserts that effective gospel for the many must consider environmental factors influencing behavior.
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N. ¥. Times
Most Dangerous Occupations Revealed by Fatalities
The report shows seafaring as the most perilous profession, accounting for 3,758 deaths, the largest share among 668 fatal accidents over the past five years. Mining quarrying and railway work follow as other dangerous trades.
Theory About Fish and Salmon Behavior
English writer Mr Hodgson doubts salmon rest in fresh water and argues they attack wounded prey. He suggests the impulse to strike at a crippled fish explains their dash for wounded targets during their river sojourn.
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Hodgson
Editor Questions Rejected Drawing as Improvement Persists
A dialog between an editor and artist shows ongoing pushback over a rejected artwork. The editor voices doubt about improvement while the artist defends the drawing, implying a clash over taste and experience.
Servants in Johannesburg Costly for Residents
A Johannesburg resident pays $50 monthly for a cook and $35 for a Hindoo servant. In India, the Hindoo servant would cost only five dollars a month, illustrating how service costs vary by location and economy.
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South Africa
Johannesburg
India
Reform-minded Korean Councillor Sits Outside Palace Gate
Aged Korean reformer Ghoi-Ik-yeo sits outside the palace gate for five days asserting reforms will come when needed. Shanghai Herald notes the pressure for change in the governance approach.
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Corean
Ghoi-Ik-yeo
Shanghai Herald
Pertinent Inquiry. Folding bed resembles a piano
Chicago News reports on Smith and Jones comparing a new folding bed to a piano and snoring to sheet music in a light feature. The playful exchange highlights everyday objects framed as musical analogies.
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Smith
Jones
Chicago News
Man Too Slow In Philadelphia Record Satire
A brief, pointed remark in the Philadelphia Record jokes that an automobile is never "running too fast" when it hits a man, framing the critique with dry humor about traffic and safety.
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Philadelphia
Glass and Eye Strain From Faulty Window Glass
The Detroit Free Press notes a person who lives by his wits and stays broke, while a claim attributes eye strain to bad window glass caused by faulty refraction.
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Detroit Free Press
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