Farm Life His Ideal Inspires Funston's Rise From Kansas
Maj. Gen. Fred Funston recalls his Kansas farm upbringing and how it shaped his career from a simple farmer to Philippine campaigns, Vera Cruz, and command along the Rio Grande. He avoids discussing the European war or Mexican troubles, noting he talks little since returning from the Philippines.
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Kansas
Philippines
Vera Cruz
United States
Rio Grande
Fred Funston
Funston
Maxico
Lord Bertie of Thame Named Baronet and Ambassador
In 1903 during Balfour’s premiership the Rome embassy vacancy led to Sir Francis Bertie being described as the ideal diplomat. He later moved to Paris, where at age 71 he was made Baron Bertie of Thame. The Berties, deeply connected to diplomacy, are praised for their social and diplomatic finesse in Paris and beyond.
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Balfour
Rome
Francis Bertie
Sir Francis
Francis
Paris
United Kingdom
Barer Bertle of
Thame
Berties
Henry Norris
France
Bertie
Earl
Abingdon
Earl Cowtey
Pew Baron
Subway sculptress of Boston wins first prize in art
Misa Bessie Paeff, praised as Boston’s subway sculptress, won first prize for sculptures and modeling at the Boston Museum School of Fine Arts. She works as the Park Street subway ticket seller, plans to study under Rodin in Paris, and balances ticket duties with her art.
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Boston
Subway
Misa Bessie Paci
Museum of Pine Arts
Bessie Paeff
Park Street
Paris
Rodin
Bessie
Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts
Bessie Paaff
Former US diplomat Nelson O Shaughnessy leaves service
Nelson O Shaughnessy, former charge d affaires at the US embassy in Mexico City, is automatically separated from the payroll under a law limiting paid leave to 60 days. Officials say he is not expected to return to active diplomatic service. His tenure followed the prior ambassador’s recall and occurred amid hostile US policy toward Huerta, with some noting his work was hampered by the period’s tensions.
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Nelson O'Shaughnessy
United States
Mexico City
Uncle Sam
State Department
O'Shaughnessy
United States Erobasay
Henry Lane Wilson
Washington
Vera Cruz
Shaughneasy
United Sates
Huerta
O'Shaughnesay
Elisha and Naaman the Syrian Lesson Summary
A detailed biblical lesson on Elisha aiding Naaman of Damascus, who is cured of leprosy after faith, submission, and obedience. The narrative highlights the home’s role, Elisha’s prophetic power, Naaman’s pride, Jordan’s cleansing symbolism, and the path to healing through faith in Jehovah.
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Elisha
Naaman
Damascus
Bamaria
Syria
Israel
Jehoram
Christ
River Jordan
Neaman
Calvary
Jordan
Jesus
Food Tips and Salads From a Vintage Page
A collection of kitchen lore includes bone set remedies, mince flavor secrets, and quick cooking hacks. It covers bread and cake tips, fruit preserves, mint in water, and floor polish with oil blends, plus several century style salad ideas and garnish methods.
Tower 2 Don Password Change Policy Confusion
The note claims Tower 2 don passwords are updated every three months and refutes the idea of capital punishment in Italy. The text is unclear and mentions no verifiable facts beyond the stated password cycle and a non sequitur about Italy.
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Tower 2 Don
Castoria Warning: Verify Signature on Genuine Bottles
The notice warns mothers to check that Castoria bottles carry Charles H. Fletcher’s black signature on the wrapper and red signature on the bottle, to guard against counterfeits. It stresses vigilance for children’s medicines and cautions against imitation products.
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Chas. H. Fletcher
Barber’s Restorer Sparks Customer Upset
A heated exchange ends with a barber defending a hair restorer claim. The customer insists he was sold a false product that allegedly promised restoration, but left him bald. The barber confirms the product’s stated effect and notes many people are naturally bald.
War changes in tactics and a French chasseur joke
George Wharton Pepper notes warfare evolved beyond swords at a Plattsburg luncheon. A story from the Argonne recalls a French chasseur demanding a German officer surrender his sword, only to be told the officer has none but would rely on vitriol spray or gas. Judge Parry discusses Rufus Choate’s courtroom wit and a ship theft case where a witness recalls a Boston man named Choate.
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George Wharton Pepper
Plattsburg
Argonne
Tyre
Rufus Choate
Parry
Choate
Sam Weller
Boston
Still Friends Or Not In The Eyes Of Youth
A group of young women discuss ages while one notes others guess her younger appearance. Another replies sweetly that people hear her speak and assume she is even younger. The exchange ends with a witty remark about a fire extinguisher used for chasing away late callers.
The Haughty Help in a Rural Conversation
A farmer defends a summer boarder saying the seasonal guest brings comfort and gentleness. He contrasts boarders with hired hands, noting they are not as bossy or fault finding. The dialogue reflects rustic views on hospitality.
Why They Didn’t Go
A brief cartoon dialogue shows a character explaining why they stayed home during summer. The speaker reveals the outfit was purchased but left no money for other plans, highlighting financial constraint as the cause of staying in.
A Religion With Him
A witty exchange notes the father's Sunday habit as golf, implying a playful clash of faith and leisure in a family scene. The remark frames golf as the sole Sunday activity, contrasting religion with recreation in a lighthearted anecdote.
Romance Ends as Woman Plans Boldly to Marry
Period of romance ends as a narrator declares no more footsteps or eight o clock moments. She reveals plans to burn old letters and marry the man she calls pet by burning relics of a two year courtship in the parlor.
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Jeannette
Not Here Inquires About Ten Room Flat With Clergyman Advice
A woman seeks a first class neighbourhood apartment with ten large rooms and three baths for $40 a month. An agent replies that the path there requires consulting a clergyman. Canada’s 1914 mineral production is valued at $128,475,499.
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Canada
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D. O. Sollers
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago
Pata
Jehovah
Huxsey
Nene
Mar
Punjehmedt
Italy
Docetor
W.F. Young
P.O.F
Springfield
Maram
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