Bet of a Woman Hater Ends in Bold Indian Rescue
Rob Brackett after college tests becomes a daring bachelor who bets he can return with a wife. In India he plans a daring rescue at Mingpore’s widow funeral, guiding a tunnel escape under a pyre to save the young widow. Brackett carries her to safety and later sails to England with the bride, leaving a lace fortune behind.
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Rob Brackett
Jim
Bob
India
Mingpore
Brackett
Ned
Bob Brackett
Red
England
Sitt
Gland
Crackett
New York
Ackett
Bride
Edna Carroll
Speed of Ships and How Sailors Find Their Knots
The article explains traditional methods to measure ship speed using a log and line. It details the log device, stray line, knot markings, and the procedure with crew roles and timing to determine knots per hour, noting how a four-knot reading uses a fourteen second glass for faster speeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Journal and News
Names and Namesakes in German Journalism Ethics
An American correspondent recalls violating German journalistic code by naming informants in Berlin. The Caprivi interview led to harsh backlash as Germans labeled him a name namer, shaping his career and illustrating continental norms versus American practice.
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Europe
Berlin
Associated Press
Bismarck
Count Caprivi
Caprivi
Caprioi
Wolf von Schierbrand
Drummer in French Army Wins Calf Eater Wager
A French army captain bets a drummer can eat a calf. The drummer devours three quarters of the meal and, after a pause for wine, quips that the calf should be brought on as the rest are just small appetizers taking up room.
Farmer Jarvis Missed Neighbor's Tragedy As He Drove To Market
The London Globe recounts a neighborly warning from a country farmer who, upon seeing a neighbor's body hanging in a barn, chose to continue to the market and relay the shocking sight without intervening. The incident highlights rural caution and restraint.
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London Globe
Midlands
Jarvis
Beverly romance twists fate as widow Patty names John
In a rural town, Patty Beverly widow to the Beverly girls, fends off fortune tales and reveals John Cheseldine as her chosen partner. Cheseldine, a worldly traveler, falls under her spell after a series of chance meetings and a love vine knot confession. Evidence of Patty’s status and the town’s lore enriches the quiet reconciliation.
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Tc. McClura
Patty
Cheseldine
Beverly
Yarrow
Medora Beverly
Medora
Lillian
Lora
John Cheseldine
John
God's Acre
Walter Beverly
Walter
Beverly Sisters
Lady Patty
Harriet Whitney
Mother Keeps Alice From Eloping With Suitor Despite Love
A man who doted on Alice would have wed her but for her mother who remained more attracting and opposed the match. The passage hints at family interference in a courtship marked by affection and social pressure.
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Alice
Flood Crisis Past as East St. Louis Rebounds
East St. Louis reports the flood crisis over with no further levee breaks. Water still covers Broadway and low land between Broadway and Missouri Avenue, several feet deep. Refugees are cared for by Mayor Cook and Illinois National Guard leaders. food and bedding shortages are being addressed through local and St. Louis contributions.
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East St. Louis
Baltimore and Ohio
Broadway
Missouri Avenue
Cook
Culver
Fifth Regiment
Illinois National Guard
Rodenburg
St. Louis
LYNCHERS TO BE PROSECUTED IN ST CLAIR COUNTY
Belleville June 12 state attorney Farmer outlines plan to prosecute lynchers in the Wyatt case. He will present evidence to the next grand jury in September and assist jurors to the fullest. Recovery of Superintendent Hertel, shot by Wyatt, is deemed certain by doctors. Carbondale Illinois Southern Illinois State University graduates receive diplomas as a new library building plan is approved by the board.
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Belleville
Farmer
St. Clair County
Wyatt
Hertel
Carbondale
Southern Illinois State University
Parkinson
Board of Trustees
Baseball scores from Chicago and across leagues
Scores list games from Pittsburg to Milwaukee with results in American and Western leagues. Highlights include Pittsburg 9 over Brooklyn 0, Cincinnati 11 innings over New York, Philadelphia 8 over Cleveland 2, Detroit 4 over New York 3, and Milwaukee 5 over Omaha 4.
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Chicago
Pittsburg
Brooklyn
St. Louis
Boston
Cincinnati
New York
Philadelphia
Cleveland
Detroit
Washington
Association
Toledo
St. Paul
Indianapolis
Milwaukee
Columbus
Minneapolis
Louisville
Kansas City
Western
Colorado Springs
St. Joseph
Denverr
Peoria
Des Moines
Oniha
Dictation by Unionism at Nebraska Wesleyan Speech
In Lincoln on June 12 Bishop H. W. Warren of Colorado spoke at Nebraska Wesleyan University commencement. He denounced dictation by unionism as a detestable oligarchy while approving organized labor in general.
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Lincoln, Neb
Nebraska Wesleyan University
H. W. Warren
Colorado
Fragmented 19th Century Letter Reflects Political Friction
The text presents a distressed critique of civic authority and governance. It describes cities as paralyzed by fear and a large group forming a dictatorship, condemning such oligarchic control and asserting that the American spirit will overcome this challenge. The language mirrors turbulent historical rhetoric.
Insurrection Fears Stirring in Cattle and Sheep Dispute
Reports from Gunnison indicate rising tension between cattle and sheep men in the southwestern county with Sheriff Watson summoned. Across Cimarron and Montrose county lines armed groups gather as authorities seek to prevent trespassing while the feud over grazing rights escalates.
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Gunnison
Cole
Watson
Cimarron
Montrose
Impossible for you to enjoy the happiness of motherhood
A doctor notes that motherhood seems impossible without surgery, but Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription allegedly cures female diseases and weaknesses. A testimonial from Mrs. Ida M. Deard claims she overcame long medical obstacles and bore a healthy baby after taking the remedy. The text praises The Common Sense Medical Adviser and offers a free booklet with a 21 cent mailing cost.
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Pierce
Common Sense
Rothschild comments on US stock slump and Europe role
Lord Rothschild in London says depreciation in stock values stems from New York orders and American sales. He notes European distrust is unfounded, cites large US investor buying in American securities, and explains why European markets fell as American capital sought British and European bets.
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London
Lord Rothschild
Associated Presse
United States
Mirope
Yeaterday
New York
Amsterdam
Dispatches
Europe
America
Two Bank Failures Split Actions Across Alabama
In Bessemer Alabama the Bessemer Savings Bank and Bank of Commerce failed to open due to a cash shortage linked to T J Cornwell. Receivers were appointed for both banks with deposits totaling about 230000 at the savings bank and 43000 at the Bank of Commerce, while assets stood at 35000 and 67000 respectively.
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Birmingham
Als
Bessemer Savings Bank
Bank of Commerce
Bessemer
Ala
T. J. Cornwell
Senn
Savings Bank
George Li A Stevenson
Cornwell
Tom O. Smith
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Hite
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P. J. Hanley
Washington County Savings Bank
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Wotinges Lowe
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D. J. Palmer
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