Open season tonight for Washington and Columbus Junction basketball
The Washington and Columbus Junction High teams clash at the Commercial Club gym to start the season. Coaches and players anticipate a strong offensive showing with four veteran players back and several promising new talents ready to contribute.
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Washington and
Columbus Junction
Commercial Club
Hays
Proudfit
Dokies
Brown
Anderson
Barrows
Cuba Life and Money Taboos in a Cuban Home
In Cuba where money is rarely spoken of, a Cuban friend explains how expected payments are kept hidden and unmentioned. The writer recalls meals al fresco under the summer sky with iced oranges and a Havana housekeeper who treats hot and cold dishes with ceremonial care.
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Cuba
Kate Jordan
New Idea Woman's Magazine
Havana
Cayenne
Havana Cockfights Draw American Traveler’s Eye
A Chicago man recounts visiting a Havana suburb cockfight on a Sunday. He observes betting via hand signals, notes a bookmaker tallying without tickets, and learns his bird, a four to one shot, wins as he unexpectedly collects ten dollars amid the crowd.
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Havana
Chicago
Washington Post
Tipping in a British Royal Era Reminiscence
Walpole recalls a monarch's reluctant nudge to tipping in a tale from his reminiscences. George I notes the oddities of the country when gifted carp come with a demand for five guineas to a servant for delivering his own catch from his canal park.
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Walpole
George I
St. James
Lord Chetwynd
Puzzle remark frames wit at New York dinner
A novelist at a New York dinner calls a phrase a puzzle while a discussion about a beautiful young lady poet unfolds. Mrs Malaprop jests on naivete and a gentleman comments on her expressive style in a playful exchange reported by the Washington Star.
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New York
A Straight Tip and a Dog’s Warning
A短 dialogue where a hobo asks why not seek a handout at a big house and a ministerly man warns to turn from the current path or face the dogs. Philadelphia Press story fragment suggests moral caution and stray paths.
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Philadelphia Press
Sorry He Spoke
A humorous quip from Illustrated Bits about a husband and wife banter. The wife says she dislikes black attire and adds a playful line about her well being in mourning. The dialogue showcases light social humor and domestic rapport.
The Old Story Judge Remarks on Hardsucke
The judge remarks on Hardsucke bearing misfortune, noting he blamed it all on his wife, portraying a harsh, candid courtroom refrain from historical dialogue.
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Hardsucke
Mrs. Annette Leet Dies After Ill Health at 61
Mrs. Annette Leet wife of A G Leet of West Chester died at home at seven this morning after years of ill health cause paralysis She was born December 24 1849 in Chautauqua County New York married in that county and moved to Iowa thirty years ago Survived by husband three children Lucy Willard and Walter and one grandchild Funeral arrangements await.
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Annette Leet
A. G. Leet
West Chester
Fond du Lac
Wis
Leet
Chautauqua County
New York
Iowa
Mr. Leet
Lucy A. Leet
Willard E
Walter A. Leet
Mrs. Mary J. Combs Dies After Falls at 79
Mrs. Mary J. Combs widow of Dr. James B. Combs died about 2 40 at the home of her daughter Mrs. W P Wells on East Washington Street. She had been ill two years and suffered bruises from falls last Thursday and two weeks ago. Survived by daughters Mrs. Wells and Mrs. J E Lemmon. A longer life sketch to appear tomorrow.
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Mary J. Combs
James B. Combs
W. P. Wells
East Washington Street
Dr. Combs
Rubber oysters save inventor from bankruptcy in April fool day joke
A Washington Post anecdote recalls a hotelier who turned a desperate moment into profit by frying rubber floormats into oyster shaped snacks on April 1. The stunt drew customers, led to townwide attention, and saved him from bankruptcy.
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Washington Post
Work Long Hours Among Swiss Workers
Many Swiss employees reportedly work around eleven hours daily, signaling extended workdays across sectors and potential strain on labor conditions and productivity. The figure highlights a pattern of lengthy shifts affecting daily life and work balance.
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Switzerland
Star Gem of Ceylon Asteria Brought Health and Fortune
The star gem or asteria, valued for health and good fortune when worn as an amulet, is tied to April births. Found mainly in Ceylon, it is a corundum crystal with six ray star rays, varied colors from blue to purple, cut cabochon, and ranks just below diamond in hardness.
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Ceylon
Maritime metaphors in old language and sayings
A compact survey of nautical imagery across history. It notes that phrases like spliced, mainstay, steers the ship, and the tongue is the rudder appear in Horace Plutarch Athenian sayings and Malay maxims, illustrating enduring ship and sail metaphors in speech. It cites ancient authors and proverbs showing the sea as a figure for states, minds, and actions.
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Rome
Athens
Aristophanes
Plautus
Revered Pastor Teases Scarlet Uniformed Officer
An anecdote from Horace Greeley recalls Rev. Matthew Clark in a colonial scene where a young British lieutenant in a bright scarlet uniform captivates the congregation. The minister halts his sermon and exclaims that the officer looks well in his clothes, prompting the surprised youth to drop as if shot.
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Matthew Clark
Horace Greeley
Snubbed the Composer in Munich Corridor Mix-up
Gustav Mahler, during a Munich rehearsal break for a new symphony, lost his way in a corridor where plasterers worked. A guard told him he could not pass, remarking You look it, was the unsympathetic reply. Mahler pressed on and finally reached the hall.
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Gustav Mahler
Munich
Mahler
Tun
Arguent
Paris
Brussels
Monaco
Prince Louis
Prince Touis
Camels in Arabia: Dromedary and Freight Varieties
The article outlines two camel types in Arabia. The dromedary carries about 500 pounds and travels six miles daily, priced 100 to 150 Maria Theresa dollars. The freight camel carries about 500 pounds, moves at 2.5 miles per hour, and costs 500 Maria Theresa dollars or more.
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Arabia
Not Idle Curiosity in Mrs Wanterknowe’s Exchange
In a sharp exchange, Mrs Wanterknowe questions Mr W about his temper after she asks questions. He condemns her as relentlessly curious, calling her inquiry perniciously active and tireless.
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Mr. W
Scott
Burns Verse Parody Sighting in London Evening Paper
A London evening paper prints a playful variation of the Burns lines. The quip reads Oh wad some power the giftie gleat to see some folk before they see us. The line lampoons readers and adds a regional twist to the famous stanza.
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Burns
London
Monaco revolution grants 18 member parliament and budget
Monaco the smallest sovereign state saw a bloodless coup converting an absolute monarchy into a constitutional setup. The native population totals 1500 with 650 voters and 18 parliamentary members. Prince Albert’s revenue access rises to about 800000 per year while the sovereign retains a substantial fortune and influence.
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Albert
Prince
Monaco
Principality of Moneco
Monten
Prince Albert
Germany
Persia Bans Aniline Dyes in Exports on Rigs and Carpets
Persia passes a law prohibiting export of rigs and carpets colored with aniline dyes. The aim is to maintain high standards in foreign markets and protect the domestic vegetable dye industry.
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Persia
Inventor Proposes Wrist Lock Fire Alarm Device
A new fire alarm box would lock a metal cuff on the caller’s wrist when activated, removable only by a fire department officer, to deter false alarms and ensure accountability.
Cooking and Conduct: A Closer Tie in Daily Life
The author argues that cooking reveals character and behavior more than commonly recognized, linking kitchen habits to personal discipline and moral choices in everyday living. The piece suggests practical routines reflect broader conduct and ethics.
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Washington High School
Schenefelt
Dolies
Webster’s
G. & C. Merriam Co
Springfield
Mass
Old International
W. T. Harris
United States Commissioner of Education
Ieiew
A. G.leet Deal
J.B. Combs
Star Gem OF
Maritime Expressions
Gardner
Monte Carlo
Principality of Monaco
Casino
Ville de Monaco
Tyr George
Santa Claus
Nells
Japan
Standard Oil Company (Incorporated
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