Fevered trek and a budding romance in the caravan
The narrator recalls fever after a jungle voyage and the care from Elaine Tuckerton. He admits doubts about his feelings for Dorothy and notices Miss Tuckerton's striking presence. Sir Edward Hampton-Beacon introduces Tuckerton, and the scene shifts to questions about how records are made with Vantine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy
Elaine Tockerton
Vantine
Elaine Tuckerton
Elaine
Yvantine
Sir Edward Hampton-Beacon
Tuckerton
Brazil
New York
Mr. Vantine
Sir Edward
Vantinola
That Girl Bad It Unearthed A Stateroom Request
A fragment notes a boastful remark about a girl and a hypothetical request to help carry a steamer trunk to a stateroom. The speaker implies readiness to assist without delay if asked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ree
Music Training Worth More Than Gold Records
A statement compares the value of music training to a vast collection of records, arguing that a small cost yields more learning than a child could achieve with enormous funds. The remark ends with a note that the discussion will continue.
Foreign Words in Daily Speech Across Languages
The piece notes that hundreds of foreign words appear in everyday talk with examples such as Keftic, ill from Scandinavian, yacht from Dutch, waltz from German, phantom from Greek, and extra from Latin. It lists military terms from French, grenade Spanish, macaroni Italian, caste Portuguese, chintzis Hindu, lilac Persian, Sebbath Hebrew, alcohol Arabic, bosh Turkish, sago Malay, and tea Chinese.
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Pool
Ill
Yacht
Waltz
Phantom
Extra
Sebbath
Constipation Notice for Davis Liver Pills
Biliousness and indigestion result from constipation. Take Davis Liver Pills at night until regular movements. 40 pills, 25 cents. Davis & Lawrence Co., Montreal.
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Davis
Davis & Lawrence Co
Montreal
Acid Stomach Relief with Phillips Milk of Magnesia
A dated health notice touts Phillips Milk of Magnesia as superior to soda for indigestion and sour stomachs. It claims quick relief by neutralizing stomach acid, reducing gas, and aiding waste passage without purging, endorsed by physicians for decades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips
Gerald S. Doyle
Lawyer Says You Want To Sue For Breach Of Promise
Dialogue render shows a lawyer asking about suing a wife for breach of promise as Harry replies she promised to divorce him. The text captures a witty marital dispute exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry
Ime
Queer Law in Venezuela Hums with Car Horns
Report describes Venezuela’s unusual traffic rule requiring two horns one hand or electric. drivers commonly equip three horns. One electric horn button sits on the steering wheel while another is pressed from the left car door by knee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venezuela
Republic
Vantine the Boss and the Phonograph Riddle
A narrator claims to be one of six experts who understand why Vantine records sound superior. He hints at a secret machine in the production punch box with twenty patents, says Vantine does not sue infringers, and teases that George C Vantine is the person behind the enterprise. He notes the boss’s secrecy and distance from his children.
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Vantine
Elaine Tuckerton
Vanine
Vantinolas
Tucker
Horgee
Ocean voyage for health sparks family concern
The note questions a person’s overwork as he plans an ocean voyage for health. It suggests he is stacked with money concerns to afford the trip, prompting worry about his wellbeing and stamina.
First Dentist Joke About Pulling A Good One
A quip depicts a dentist worried about joking with patients and humor about losing a patient after pulling a tooth. The exchange satirizes dentist patient rapport and treatment timing in a humorous line.
Wanted Schooners for Sale in 40–55 and 30–35 Tons
Wanted schooner between 40 and 55 tons and another between 30 and 35 tons. Must be in good condition and well equipped. Send full particulars to this Office.
Honeymoon Motor Boat for Hire at Lewisporte
Notice offers a 30 ft motor boat named Honeymoon with a 15 HP four cylinder engine. Anyone wishing to travel to any part of Notre Dame Bay can wire or meet at Lewisporte. Contact Llewellyn Lilly, Lewisporte, for arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Notre Dame Bay
Lewisporte
Llewellyn Lilly
Motor Boat Notice for Lewisporte and Twillingate
Notice advertises a motor boat service named Bremen carrying passengers from Lewisporte and other places to South 10 Musgrave Hr. It lists Tuesday and Thursday runs and offers pickup at Twillingate or Lewisporte with application details missing.
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Bremen
Will
Levwisporte
Musgrave
Twillingate
Lewisporte
Memorial Hospital
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George M. A. Cain
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Gerald 5
Doyle
St. John’s
NCCE
Toronto
Wood
Bill
J J.W. McGach
S. Jobes
Newfoundland
Ava
Lawrencs Co
Confederation Life
Ruth Brittain
Fletcher
Lem Lee Fiat
Arthur Simms Twillingate
Harbor View Hotel
Presque, P.B
Long
Middle Rock
Presque Harbor
G. J. Carter
Offer Island
Grand Bruit
Ireland Island
LaPoile Bay
Minister of Marine & Fisheries
Newfounbrand
Mariner
LIGHT
Black Rock
Wesleyville
B.B
Black Island
Bennett's High Island
W. C. Winsor
Department of Marine & Fisheries
Ragged Hr
Melrose
Trinity Bay
Marine and Fisheries
St. John's Newfoundland
Pound Cove, B.B
Honey Pot’ Island
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