Vast Illinois Iowa farmland sale promoted by Himmelberger Harrison
Advertises 50 000 acres of rich bottom land across Illinois and Iowa for sale by Himmelberger Harrison Lumber Co. Claims high yields, drained and undrained land, and mild winters. Details include 10 percent cash, 10 annual installments, 6 percent interest, warranty deed backed by assets, and May sales totaling 3641 acres to 31 buyers.
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Timothy
Illinois
Iowa
Himmelberger-Harrison Lumber Company
Missour
South
East Missouri
Depit. A
Will of 1896 Jo hann Muller Offered for Probate in Baltimore
The 1896 will of Jo hann Michael Muller, dated May 31, 1889, is offered for probate by his son in Baltimore after long delay. The will leaves all Muller's real estate to wife Elizabeth Barbara Muller, who died in 1915. the estate is now to be divided among the widow's son and his two brothers. The exact value is not set, but largely consists of parcels of real estate.
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Johann Michael Muller
Baltimore
John G. A. Muller
Mr. Muller
Elizabeth Barbara Muller
Chas. H. Fletcher
The Vacuum Between My Collar and Hair
A humorous exchange shows a father insisting his only real vacuum is between his collar and the space where his hair used to be, while his son asks what a vacuum is and where to find one. The dialogue mocks self deception and family banter.
Insects and Crops Belief and Courtship Script
The piece notes Apache belief that early spring insect appearances forecast a good harvest. It also states a saying that when a woman flatters a man with success, he pays without complaint.
The Automobile In the Modern Roundup
A Wall Street Journal perspective notes the car replacing horses in western roundups. Cars shorten travel in war and cattle operations, shrinking the dramatic chase as steerbacks meet the four wheeled steed.
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Sherman
Battle Line
Wall Street Journal
On the Farm Stella and Bella Talk Running Milk Incident
Stella reports ongoing activity on the farm while Bella recalls being chased by a milk condenser. The exchange hints at a rural setting with equipment in use and a sense of movement.
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Stella
Bella
Solomon Chooses Wisdom in Lesson on Decision Day
Lesson centers on 1 Kings 3 4 15 and Proverbs 9 10, stressing Solomon’s request for a hearing heart and God’s generous grant of wisdom. It contrasts ungoverned youth with Solomon’s example, noting preparation at Gibeon and the rewards of obedience and prudent prayer.
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Solomon
God
David
Gibeon
Tabernacle
Worldly greatness viewed differently by wives and husbands
A brief reflection notes that many men labeled great by society fall short of greatness in their wives eyes, suggesting private assessments differ from public acclaim.
Marine Eye Remedy Ad Offers Eye Comfort
An advertisement from Marine Eye Remedy Co of Chicago promotes Marine Eye Remedy to treat red weak watery eyes and granulated eyelids. It invites readers to write for a free Book of the Eye.
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Marine Eye Remedy
Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
Long Journey Ends With a Short Marriage on Leave
Tommy on leave from the front used part of his brief holiday to marry. On the return trip the ticket inspector asked for his pass and found his marriage certificate. The inspector returned it with a smile saying this is a ticket for a long journey but not on this line.
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Tommy
Pilgrim Tale Ends With Moving Pictures Jest
A primary grade audience hears of the Pilgrims hunger, planting, harvest, and feast. When asked what they did after the feast a girl quips they went by the moving pictures.
LOOK YOUR BEST SOAP AND OINTMENT AD PROMOTION
Fragrant emollients cleanse purify and soothe the skin promising natural purity and beauty. Ad offers free samples by mail with a postcard to Cuticura Dept XY Boston and notes availability everywhere.
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Cuticura
Dept. XY
Boston
Ten o'clock closing annoys a shawled lady and husband
A shawled woman complains that ten o'clock closing disrupts her routine. She recalls her husband used to return at eleven after everyone was asleep, now arriving at ten and leaving her to fend for supper and his late cravings.
Easily Pleased in a Tiny Domestic Dilemma
A lighthearted domestic exchange centers on budget and travel. A wife jokes about going away gowns while her husband laments the inability to afford travel this summer. She pivots to staying at home outfits, keeping the mood cheerful.
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Nix
Books Among the Cases: Hooker Borrowed, Never Returned
The judge notes Hooker’s borrowing habit as the key reason for his thinking, recounting Henderson's remark that Hooker never returned the books he borrowed.
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Williamson
Hooker
Henderson
Judge
Aviators Threaten Waralsruhe Bombardment Claim
Fragmentary dialogue describes an exchange where forceful aviation actions are discussed. The term Warlsruhe appears as a cited location or target in contest over bombardment. The fragment hints at urgent military rhetoric without clear attribution.
The watchmaker and jailer contrast in daily work
A curious note contrasts a watchmaker selling watches with a jailer watching cells, highlighting two trades tied to time and confinement in a concise observation.
Court stenographer recounts divorce testimony
A book agent offers the Secret Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV to a client who declines. The client, a court stenographer, reveals he has just finished transcribing testimony in a sensational divorce case.
Drink Denison's Coffee Offers Pure Delicacy and Clarity
A promotional note extols Denison's Coffee as pure and delicious. The speaker claims Bnox-Bilkins has the clearest head and asserts Knox can see the point, asserting there is nothing in it.
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Denison
Bnox—Bilkins
Knox
Briggins Urged as Umpire for Bat Game
In casual exchange, speakers suggest Briggins as the umpire for the upcoming bat game, noting he would be a safe choice since he has nothing to risk in popularity. The snippet captures neighborhood talk about local sports officiating.
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Briggins
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Promotes Made in America Quality
Advertiser claims Red Cross Ball Blue is the best American made laundry product for wash day, presenting a patriotic note on quality and national manufacture.
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Red Cross
Sounds Like a Stadium Piece Nebula Andromeda Echo
A brisk exchange references a stadium vibe and a nebula in Andromeda. One speaker asks about the venue while the other responds with a casual no. The fragment hints at a conversation about space imagery and performance space.
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Andromeda
Sunday Church Attendance Reflects Everyday Choices
A brief item notes that some men choose to attend church on Sundays instead of staying at home, illustrating varied weekend routines and social norms.
Tommy's Prize and a Summer in the Garden
A Vancouver note reports jitneys biting street railway revenues and a playful tale of a boy named Tommy facing graduation rewards. The pieces reflect social wit and economic quirks of urban life.
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Vancouver
His Preference
A gentleman cancels part of a talk citing mice destroying his notes. Later he asks a neighbor if he attended lectures, Rooney replies he attended all of them and favors the talk with the mice present.
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Rooney
Boy’s remark on stealing shocks juvenile court
A twelve year old and three companions faced Judge F J Lahr in juvenile court after stealing a bicycle. The judge questioned them on the impact of theft and the boy replied that if everyone stole, the police would get everything. Indianapolis News.
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F. J. Lahr
Indianapolis News
When a Man's Sins Find Him Out Hang Around
A pithy proverb notes that sins pursue a man and linger until he returns repentant. The reflection suggests accountability follows misdeeds and the moral weight remains until reevaluation or reconciliation occurs.
Dialogue on Dubbins marriage wealth
The exchange clarifies a question about a woman named Dubbins and her financial status. The responder confirms that the woman was well off, not currently, implying past wealth or a former status.
Fresh Earthquake Shocks Hit California
Cracked streets and tremors ripple through California as residents react to ongoing quake events. Debates arise over new ground rent proposals contrasting with existing systems.
Fogarty forecasts Russian vodka losses spark bets
In a brisk exchange, Fogarty jokes that Russians feel vodka losses while Flaherty rebukes sleep loss. Marrk warns the Russians will retake it soon, as noted by Puck.
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Fogarty
Flaherty
Puck
Berlin Society Quip Over Bread Ticket Mix Up
In Berlin a professor laments a long face after an awkward mix up with his bread ticket and visiting card during a visit to Privy Councilor Schulze. The anecdote reflects social etiquette and the era’s small misfortunes.
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