A Bold Ride Tests a Groom at the Embassy Stable
Miss Annesley hires Warburton, a former trooper, as a groom with a week trial. They select Pirate, a fierce horse, for a mounting test. Warburton calmly handles the unruly stallion while Miss Annesley watches, adrenaline high as Pirate bolts through the court.
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William
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Warburton
Pirate
Beelzebub
Miss Annesley
Pirate Finishes Desperate Field Chase In Stormy Duel
In a rugged riding sequence, Warburton battles Pirate across a wall, field, and barbwire fence. Pirate bursts through mud and stream as Warburton drives him with knees and heels. The scene ends with Pirate sure of his pace and the outcome left unresolved.
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Potomac
Pirate
Warburton
Mr. Pirate
Squire Lord's Portland Dream Ends in Effingham Return
Effingham, New Hampshire: Squire Lord, famed locally fifty years ago as the country store banker, left Effingham for Portland seeking social ascent but found little chance of earning respect. He returned that Christmas with his family, saying he would rather be king among hogs than a hog among kings.
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Squire Lord
Effingham
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Times
Portland
Boston Herald
An Oxford Man and the Milk Sign
Sir Charles Kirkpatrick of the visiting English team drinks milk at a Philadelphia hotel. A curate in Surrey, an Oxford man with a small salary, opens a dairy and signs John Vincent M A. He overhears farm hands debating what M A stands for, and learns the joke that it means Milk Awker.
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Charles Kirkpatrick
Philadelphia
Surrey
Crawley
John Vincent
Oxford
Bishop of London Seizes £1000 Aid Scheme
The London story recalls a busy bishop who vowed not to refuse any visitor. A distressed woman asked to use £1,000 for a church project, and the prelate admitted he planned to spend such funds on a worthy scheme already.
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London
London Standard
Sister Liked Him Says Plaindealer Quote
The Cleveland Plaindealer quotes a curious exchange where Willie is asked if his sister likes him and replies that she does. He recalls her saying nobody could help liking the dear old easy mark in a casual street chat.
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Willie
Cleveland Plaindealer
Properly Planting Fruit Trees Saves Lifespan and Health
A Farmers' Review guide warns against deep holes and packed soil that drown roots. It urges thorough soil stirring, slope drainage, and shallow placement so water drains away and roots stay near the surface for tree survival.
Cabbage Flea Beetle Described and Control
The cabbage flea beetle damages cabbages turnips and radishes especially in larval form by feeding on roots and leaves. Adults are about a tenth of an inch long black with yellow stripes or spots and they hibernate in field shelters. Bordeaux and arsenical sprays kill the pest and destroying litter in fall curbs future outbreaks.
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Bordeaux
Orchard Chat Tips From Farm Journal
Seeds should not be planted deep in clay soil. Harrow or cultivate the orchard at least three times this month. Cultivate often to warm the soil and improve moisture retention. After planting watermelons tread the soils in the hills firmly to insure germination. Keep weeds in check and use land plaster instead of ashes. Always have a handy knife for water sprouts and cut them out any time.
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Farm Journal
Pretty apron pattern with dainty trim and pockets
Pattern Department presents a dressy afternoon frock apron design with a large pocket for sewing. Trim includes a ruffle edged with lace and ribbon beadwork. Uses pongee lawn nainsook and linen. requires 1 3/4 yards of 27 inch material. sent for 10 cents.
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Pattern Department
Practical Pattern For Work Overalls No 5293
A simple practical overall pattern suitable for farmers painters and gardeners. Denim jean duck holland and drilling are acceptable materials. Medium size uses three and a half yards of 36 inch fabric. Available in waist sizes 32 36 40 and 44 inches. Pattern No 5293. Size Name Address.
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Pattern Department
The Ball Player and the Umpire Mood in Pantomime
A Washington Star note describes a pantomime titled The Ball Player and the Umpire, expressing a severe mood. The scene is described as visible but not audible, with audience distance affecting perception.
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Washington Star
The Windy Hill Headlines from Cleveland Leader
The piece notes wind effects on trees and people on a hill with humorous local voice. Hungry Hank and Timothy are mentioned in a colloquial regional style reflecting daily weather oddities reported by the Cleveland Leader.
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Hank
Timothy
Cleveland
Evidence on Solomon's Wisdom Mentioned in Joke
The line jokes that Solomon’s wisdom is proven by his colossal fortune achieved without investigation. It uses playful banter to imply smart wealth as an indicator of wisdom.
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