Family Feud Escalates Over Judge Rossmore Case
Shirley confronts Ryder senior and Jefferson about letters used to aid Judge Rossmore. Jefferson admits sending them to Stott to assist the judge. Ryder condemns the act, insisting the judge must be sacrificed for political and financial interests while Shirley pleads for justice and mercy.
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Shirley
Jefferson
Ryder
Father
Miss Green
Mr. Jefferson
Ryder Senior
Mr. Ryder
Rossmore
Senate
Yder
Kley
Shirley Rossmere Denounces Ryder and Defies Marriage Demand
In a tense confrontation Shirley reveals her true identity as the Rossmere daughter and denounces Ryder. She refuses to marry Jefferson unless he acts to clear her father’s name, vows to expose Ryder's malice, and storms from the room as Jefferson resolves to stand by her.
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Ryder
Jefferson
Shirley
Ryder Senior
Rossmore
Miss Green
Mr. Ryder
Shirley Rossmere
Rossmere
Washington
Jeff
Miss Rossmore
Arop Rae Phs
Aegie Rowton
Father
God
Jeffer
Caesar
Alexander
Nero
United States
White House
Ex-mayor Gillman sentenced to fifteen years for manslaughter
Union South Carolina August 12 ex mayor James W Gillman of Jonesville was found guilty of manslaughter for the killing of Sims N Gillman a prominent farmer and was sentenced to fifteen years imprisonment.
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Union
S. C
James W. Gillman
Jonesville
Sims N. Gillman
Fire Devastates Manila Settlement Killing No One Reported
Fire in Manila destroyed 120 native houses and left four people homeless. Damage estimated at 68 000 pesos.
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Manila
Hay Fever Rhyme About Ragweed and Allergies
A playful verse questions hay fever's distress as August brings ragweed. It ponders sneezing fits, lingering illness, and the idea that wealth or a frost might signal relief, concluding that heavy hayfever is indeed present for the afflicted.
Wings Clip End Wheat Filers Flight
In a brief, clipped exchange a filer in wheat begins a lift but is restrained by clipped wings on the second day, ending any distant flight. The dialogue hints at a failed aviation attempt within a wheat field setting.
Nobody’s Drinking Styles in Washington’s Era
A fragment reflecting on early American habits notes that many people drank liquor. It suggests confusion about constitutional complexities and hints at unresolved issues passing to the Supreme Court for interpretation.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Youth seeks fame but elders chase bigger game and dough
The verse contrasts youth aiming for renown with aging adults pursuing larger goals and money. It hints at shifting ambitions from glory to wealth as time passes.
No Hurry
A brief exchange about running as healthful exercise contrasts with a character’s reluctance and a quip about evading police. The dialogue hints at a light, humorous tone and a casual, streetwise attitude.
Lacked the Essentials Do try to be a philosopher
A terse exchange contrasts ambition and practicality with financial limits. A speaker urges philosophical effort while another notes an insufficient salary as a barrier to such lofty aims.
Too Strong For Him Moon Theme Poem Fragment
A fragment reflects on the moon blushes in shade and fury as it looks down on forbidden things. The speaker uses vivid imagery to suggest overwhelming force and a retreat into clouds. The verse hints at awe and reproach from the celestial observer toward human transgressions.
Stranger Says He Struck Brains Today
A terse exchange notes a claim of striking brains today. The response confirms the admission and mentions a payment of ten dollars plus costs as the resolution.
PERT PARAGRAPHS. Gossip and habits in social life
The text critiques sniping at rivals while boosting oneself, noting bad taste and judgment. It reflects on superstition, marriage and risk, idle thoughts feeding many, and how gossip persists to fill idle time. It urges charity and cautions against opportunistic attitudes.
In the Barnyard. Materfamilias Great Scott
A brief humorous note in Harper’s Weekly about growing family needs as new mouths arrive to feed, reflecting domestic life and social commentary of the era.
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Scott
Harper’s Weekly
Celebrated Author Bjoernson Marks Fifty Years Since debut
Christina reports that Bjoernstjerne Bjornson, prime novelist, celebrated the 50th anniversary of Synnoeve Solbakken amid greetings from many countries. In St Louis, Mrs Catalina W Trowbridge, founder of the Sunshine Society Missouri branch and noted charity worker, died at age 50.
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Christina
Bjoernstjerne Bjoernson
Prin
Synnoeve Solbak Ken
Sunshine Society
St. Louis
Catalina W. Trowbridge
Missori
The
Southwest
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Bank of Iowa
Ket National Bank
First National Bank
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Dr. D. Arthaud
Osteopath
Kirksville
Dr. W. M. Terry
West Washington Stree
Washington, Iowa
Ray H. Dean
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Nicola & Marmon
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Eicher & Livingston
LAW
Abstract Department
Charles A. Dewey
Notary Public
Office
W. A. White
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O. J. Wilson
Co. D. Wilson
Wilson
Ffior
Washington County Savings '5 Bank
W. MW. Keeley
Aington
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P. J. Hanley
Consselier-et-Law
DRA Ae
Btate
Federal Courta
J. B. Crail
Omice Phone
Earth
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Owin Cities Limited
Vocal Freight
East Boun
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Peoria Limited
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Elows
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