Political schemes and a secret plan shadow a mayoral veto
Alderman Phelan and aldersmen plot to pass a Borough bill by maneuvering votes while a secret service figure Horigan schemes against the mayor. Alwyn Wainwright contends with a hidden stake in the veto as protections falter and Dallas Wainwright’s trust weighs on him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horrigan
Secret Service
Bennett
Phelan
Wainwright
Gibbs
Hen Williams
Llorrigan
Dale
Alwyn
Eleose
Vennett
Jimmy Phelan
Horrian
Williams
Horrman
Tchless
Dallas Wainwright
Dallas
Suburban financier schemes to corner Borough Street stock
Chapter I outlines Charles Wainwright and broker Scott Gibbs plotting to corner Borough Street railway shares with Dick Horrigan's backing. Alderman Phelan and Judge Newman maneuver amid romance conflicts involving Dallas Wainwright, Perry, and Cynthia Garrison. Horrigan pressures mayoral candidate Bennett to seal a perpetual franchise, while Gibbs and Wainwright push the corrupt deal as Bennett struggles with integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Wainwright
Financler
Scott Gibbs
Borough Street
Dick Horrigan
Phelan
Horrigan
Wainwright
Wainel
Dallas
Perry Wainwright
Thompson
Judge Newman
Alwyn Bennett
Gibbs
Perry
Cynthia Garrison
Cynthia
Bennett
Darlas
Alwyn
Ill—Phelan
Wainwrigt
Board of Aldermen
Borough Street Railway
Reform
Garrison
Dallas and Mrs. Bennett
V—Gibbs
Boss Turned Down Sparks Citywide Shock and Strategy
A political and financial upheaval follows a veto on borough stock. Bennett explains to Perry Wainwright his plan to counter Horrigan, guesswork by onlookers, and the risk of political death for a young ally. Bennett plots to weaken Borough Street railway stock while protecting Dallas. The duo discusses using secrecy and a melodramatic brother act to shield the sister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tadias
Perry
Dallas
Iere
Bey
Borough Stock
Heeler
Horrigan
Bennett
Borough Street Railway
Perry Wainwright
Alwyn
Borough
Body and Soul of Dixie Word Change Sparks Debate
A discussion argues against altering the classic Dixie lyrics, insisting the original words remain inseparably tied to the tune. The piece cites national songs and historical sentiment, warning that changing verses harms the song’s immortal soul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Confederate Choir of America
Dixie
Dixie Land
North
South
America
Francis Scott Key
Concealed Inventors Puzzle No 96
A puzzling item features three clues titled Concealed Inventors. The lines mention an organ tone, a rider just outside the gate, and lingering elegant manners despite poverty, inviting readers to deduce hidden inventor names from the phrasing.
Harmony in doubt as couple seeks aid, doctor found
In Philadelphia Record lore a divided couple, Jack Sprat and his wife, meet discord over diet. A sought solution turns to a doctor as harmony remains elusive and the famed nursery couple become a curious case in local lore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Sprat
No 98 Diamond Phrase Clues
A compact item listing five clue themes from a spring letter and sports timing. The puzzle hints include a vowel-rich word pair for spring letters and a minute mark in sport, alongside two references to flowers and a home beverage.
Square Word Puzzle Clues From 19th Century No 99
A compact list presents four clues: a rapid action, a bitter medicinal plant yield, being near in time, and a shelter for soldiers in camp. Each item hints at a distinct word found in period puzzle columns.
Whole pursuits and the lure of wealth across time
In this riddle from a medieval or allegorical voice the speaker reflects on greed and commerce. The first portion hints at fragrant stock and sea herbs as wealth, the second about closing and storing cash gained by trafficking, while the third praises a trusted steward yet warns that wealth can fail when misused by cheats. The piece cautions against those who pursue ill gains while urging prudent trust.
An Enigmatic List of Shakespearean Names
A puzzle lists six names sharing equal letter counts. Each clue references a character from Shakespeare plays: a loyal friend to a hero, a sea captain, the hero himself, Jessica’s lover, a Prince of Verona, and the Duke of Athens. When initials are written, they spell the Shakespearean anime of a character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessica
Prince
Verona
Duke of
Athens
Puzzle: Spring Flower by Adding Two Letters
Solve by adding two letters to each clue to form a spring flower. First clue yields a musical instrument, second yields a hoarse sound, third yields open lace fabric.
Word Puzzles And Riddles From An Ancient Page
A collection of word games and puzzles including charades and word hunts. It blends renown puzzles with Shakespearean references and clever wordplay examples like ground gourd vane neat note and a list of verb forms for a court scene.
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Starling
Athens
Grant
Vane
Nature
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Ghe Wow
Gil Dreadiuir
Gladys
Dalias
Bear and Bullville
Horrigan & Co
C. A
Qayson
Erhune
George H. Broadhurst
Puzzler
Philadelphia Record
Charades
the Citizens Savings Bank
Washington, Iowa
Dr. D. Arthaud
Osteopath
Kirksville
Dr. W. M. Terry
West Washington Street
Ashington
Iowa
Ray H. Dean
Cook & Sherman's
Washington, Ciowa
Austin
Sutherland
A.R.& Phone
Clifford Thorne
Washington
Court House
J. J. Kellogg
Squtn Side
Butterfield
Eicher & Livingston
LAW
Charlesia
Dewey
Office
D. G. Knottnerus
Billiard Parlor
North Side
Squar
Ede
Sun
Vanity
Stward
California
Sun Washington
C. B
Chicago
East Bound Pass
Southwest Limited
Iowa Central
Brighton
St.Paul
Minneapolis
St. Louis
Kansas City
Mason City Mail
Twin Cities Limited
Peoria Express
Lipm Peoria Limited
J. Morriey A. B. Cutts
Minn
J. Wilson
Wilson
FFICE
Washington County Savings Bank
Lowa
W. M. Keeley
E.D. Morrison
P. J. Hanley
J. B. Crail
ANE
Farmers & Merchants
State Bank
Capital
A. Wurrs
Sam L Trompson
RK. L. CountEn
A. Ware
E. C. Rupp
Washington,Iowa
Casey's
Colenso
D. F. Macon
Chichester
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