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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1887
Page
1
Lillian Grey writes a poignant farewell poem about a cherished girl moving from childhood to womanhood. The speaker recalls saying God bless you dear at every milestone from waking to schooldays, graduation, and final rest, expressing love and gratitude.
The narrative follows James Foljambe known as Fool Jim as he amasses wealth through bold, public follies. He buys the Peabody farm mortgage and later cashes in on resin and cotton, helping widow Mrs Peabody while his genius quietly expands Foljambe Place and local prosperity.
A longhaired Nebraskan recalls a wagon camp near Sidney where Bill Simmons challenged a mysterious stranger with a seemingly slow horse. The rival horse suddenly surged, winning both heats and leaving the crowd ruined, fearing a lynch plot before the tale ends with a warning about rash bets.
In Idaho Territory dark lava chasms swallow large streams and reveal rivers again, with the origin and fate of these waters still unknown. One Snake River tributary reappears high in basalt walls and plunges as a cataract, while sources are believed far north.
The Limekiln Club offers a humorous yet sympathetic funeral homage to Krokus Desplaines of Griffin Georgia. The remarks mock self importance while noting his flaws and occasional good deeds. Speakers propose a mourning schedule and a modest club tribute including a 35 bond monument plan.
An overview of women in editorial and executive roles in major magazines. Notable figures include Mary Mapes Dodge, Ella Farman Pratt, Mary L. Booth, S. S. Conant, Jennie June, Mme. Demorest, and Mary Peterson's widow, with leadership at Ladies' World, Dress, Home Library Magazine, Woman's Argosy, and Magazine of American History. The piece notes strong readership influence, business acumen, and widespread female leadership in philanthropic and decorative arts publishing.
Teddie finds a lost purse and is urged to return it by conscience and a policeman. Mrs. Bell and her daughter reward his honesty, and he learns a moral victory over temptation. The tale ends with a warm visit to poverty row and a lesson about doing right.
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