Induction From 4 Telephone Sins Turns Up a Big Crook
Billy Fox, a veteran detective, narrates how an induction from telephone whispers led him to apprehend Paddy the Gentleman and track a New York bond robbery ring from New Orleans to Baton Rouge. The tale details his stakeout at 207 Poydras Street, a rapid confrontation, and the eventual capture of Paddy, Sheeny Mike, and the recovery of nearly 975,000 in stolen securities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy Fox
Superintendent of
Paddy
Jonathan Wilde
Pinkerton
Ttle
Jack Hallowell
Jack
Dr. Schmidt
Wilhelm
Jones' Siding
New Orleans
Oureans
Hibernian
N.O
N. O
New York
Leoronp Hogermnat
Care J. McGlory
Hester Street
New Gereatar
Laos
Botanraat
Rosenthal
Murdock
Peter Murdock
Patrick Manly
Chief Walling
Mulberry Street
Wandaw Fox
Paddy Manly
Poydras
Poydras Street
Patrick
Sheeny Mike
Marie Leboeuf
Northern Express
Havana
Europe
Manly
Sheeny
Auburn
Cincinnati Enquirer
Sam Slargs
Cat
Stilton
Stilton Cheese Family
A Laughable Story Of A Stranger’s Invasive Curiosity
An elderly city resident recalls a social encounter with a stranger who guessed details about the man’s son and wife. The joke ends when the guest reveals overhearing the man on a streetcar, exposing the tale as playful intrusion. The article also cites a Mississippi River discovery by La Salle and a quoted verse from Puck.
The Landlady's Story And A Matrimonial Near Postponement
A fragment from a story about Mrs. Ratchett and Mr. Ratchett as Mrs. Pouncer, a widow, recounts a mysterious disappearance and a grandson Tommy's practical joke that caused misery before a happy ending. The tale hints at a carriage and a map in livery, with Mrs. Kimberly involved in the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy
Mr. Ratchett
Mrs. Ratchett
Widow's Wedding Plot Crashes Over Plum Jam Revelry
In a lively tale, a widow's planned lavender wedding faces a comic interruption as a monkey climbs the wisteria and steals a bridegroom’s teeth. The bride, groom, and boarders rally as the dentist and plum jam become the unlikely center of a rushed, improvised ceremony. Names include Mrs Kimberly and Mrs Pouncer, with a comedic strand about a missing dental set and a humorous play on expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uesday Sociey
Aionday
Kimberly
Tutt
Ami
A Patchwork of Quotes From Early Humorous Snippets
The compiled items reflect pithy quips and scenes from various periodicals. Jests touch on horseshoes and cast iron, sailors and showmen, potato bugs, capital punishment, dueling, post offices, notes and indorsements, stage managers and box-office receipts, boat misadventures, domestic banter, and spelling quirks, all presented in a breezy, newspaper-card style with regional humor and brief vignettes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Pretzel's Weekly
William
Chicago Times
Smith
Cambridge Press
Texas
Mose Schaumburg
Puck
Lewistown
Items of Interest from the News Wire
A cremation society in San Antonio boasting 163 stock holders is cited. A Canadian physician contends that fifty percent of diseases stem from stimulant use. A New Hampshire girl, unable to find a cave for a wedding, marries in a cellar. Last year’s 180 tornadoes: 50 hit Western States and Territories, 103 hit Southern States. St. Louis Post.
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New Hampshire
Union
St. Lowis
OUR BOYS AND GIRLS MAKE BELIEVE TALES AND TEACHING
A collection of child friendly vignettes and moral tales. A verse heavy poem about make believe and a prose piece featuring a boastful dog learning humility. A cautionary tale about a mischievous jack knife asking readers to avoid regret and choose reform. Includes a brief note attributing authorship to Z W Chepin.
Kaiser Wilhelm at Gastein and Niagaras Maid of the Mist
A fragment recounts Kaiser Wilhelm visiting Gastein Austria for several weeks yearly, social life at the villa Solitude, daily walks, baths, and private theatricals by his suite. It notes his limited intimate circle, with Countess Lehendorff-Steinart hosting portions of society and tea visits. Also mentions Niagara Falls attractions, Maid of the Mist tours, and a Detroit divorce suit with a colorful local detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Tein
Austria
William
Gastein
Katsar
Kotaohs
Thal
Bavaria
Bademschloss
Lehendorff-Steinart
Indica
Niagara
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Lawwe
Twilight IN the Woods
Danske Dandridge
M. F. Independen
Harvard
Florida
Philadelphia
North American
Mississippi River
LaSalle
Xazed
Cairn Wuld
Fate
Jonuraak
Poe
Ellery Berg
Ent
Enow
Ted
Lees
Pinner
Aly Child
Ana
Thor Perhas
Ieee
Niagara Falls
Ed Edboker
Ming
Jones
Miss de Silva
Boston
Mike
Bridget
Missus
Sowle
Mrs. Hendricks
J A. Mors
Century
San Antonio
Tex
Margaret E. Sangater
Congo
London
Saratoga
Baptists of
United States
Baptist Weekly
Smaland
Sweden
Belles of
Troy Times
Washington
Earl of Buchan
Mount Desert
Virginia Beach
N. ¥. Herald
Port Royal
Jamaica
Richmond State
E. A Meredith
Bull-Dog
Mum Kittrick
Harper's Young People
Sharpe
Piazza
Wells
Sud
Steele
Wong
Meyer
Z. W. Chepin
Bt. Nicholas
Kaiser Wilhelm
Detroit
Pepper
Ant
Presa
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