The Fifteenth Guest at Thatcher House
Nellie Melbourne husks a Christmas Eve feast in Thatcher with Polly Samson and Sally Samson preparing for a special guest. Mr. Robinson the watchman lingers by the kitchen, and Nellie invites him to join the Christmas dinner making him the fourteenth guest in the intimate Melbourne household.
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Nellie
Miss Samson
Polly Samson
Polly
Nellie Melbourne
Mr. Robinson
Sally Samson
Sally
Christmas Night Reunion Unfolds in Thatcher Home
Nellie Melbourne brings eleven guests to Polly Samson’s house on Christmas Day revealing her lover from college, Tom Hilton, is the son of Jeremiah Hilton a former night watchman. The tale ends with Nellie marrying Hilton and Polly receiving a home gift and support as the father restores his fortunes.
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Miss Melbourne
Nellie
Lolly
Polly
Nellie Melbourne
Mr. Robinson
Miss Samson
Ulster
Polly Samson
Mr. Hilton
Jeremiah Hilton
Tom Hilton
Thatcher
Hilton
Melbournes
Melbourne
Palaces Hide Squalor Behind Mask of Benares City
Description of Benares as a sacred city with grand palaces and temples lining the Ganges, concealing severe poverty. Alleys between two rows of houses become narrow lanes where sound travels clearly, with gates, stone arches, and tight turns guiding the path to distant streets.
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Benares
Ganges
Confusing Simplicity in Spelling Choices
A dialogue between Mr. Penwiggle and another participant on spelling variants. The exchange notes that choosing among multiple spellings wastes time and leads to abandoned ideas of simplified spellings. The tone is pointed and reflective on word forms.
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Mr. Penwiggle
Large Berry Crop Predicted This Year
Washington May 17 The department of agriculture forecasts a large rise in fruit and vegetable output for 1922 including strawberries cantaloupes early tomatoes and early Irish potatoes The forecast calls for 15 217 cars of strawberries up 17 percent from 13 017 last year Cantaloupes rise 39 percent with California and Texas leading Watermelons Florida 5 400 acres versus 18 700 in 1921 Early Florida tomatoes up 61 percent Texas tomatoes reach 4 498 cars Early Irish potatoes 39 168 cars in Virginia to Texas up 13 percent over 1921.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
California
Texas
Florida
Atlantic
Virginia
Gulf
Harding asks board to keep Leviathan name on big liner
President Harding directs the shipping board to modify its decision and retain the name Leviathan for the large liner taken from Germany and used to transport troops during the war. The vessel, sold in administration events, had been considered for a new name, the President Harding.
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Washington
Harding
Shipping Board
Leviathan
Germany
President Herding
Composer Harry J. Williams Dies in Oakland
Harry J. Williams a well known composer and motion picture director died at his mother's home in Oakland after a brief illness. He wrote In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree and other popular songs including Mickey Peggy and Am Afraid to Go Home in the Dark.
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Mickey
Oakland
Calif
Harry J. Williams
Wiliams
Peggy
All the Same Funny Life Secret
A quirky maxim claims success in life mirrors sleep success. The note urges keeping windows open and mouth shut for advantage.
Oil Age Beginnings in United States
The oil age begins with ISSSOC and Yale figures George H. Bissell and Prof. Benjamin Silliman Jr analyzing crude oil for value, followed by Edwin L. Drake drilling a Titusville well and yielding substantial oil. Earlier, oil was used locally as a household remedy for colds burns rheumatism sore throat and other ailments.
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United States
George HH. Bissell
Benjamin Silliman,Jr
Yale
Edwin L. Drake
Titusville
Stillman Diverter Suit Loss For Stillman Costs
White Plains May 17 Supreme Court Justice Morshauser denied Mrs Anne M Stillman’s motion to compel James A Stillman to pay 86000 to cover costs of Canadian hearings in the Stillman diverter suit. The case centers on testimony sought to implicate relations with Fred Beauvais an Indian guide and evidence of bribe offers to witnesses.
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White Plains
N. Y
Supreme Court
Morshauser
Anne M. Stillman
James A. Stillman
Stillman
Stillmam
Fred Beauvais
Indian Guide
Canada
Ste. Stillman
Withness Ee
French 1923 Budget Projects Large Deficit
Paris May 17 The 1923 budget submitted to parliament by the government shows expenditures of 21.65 billion francs against receipts of 285 million francs. The deficit will be covered by wartime stock sales taxes and temporary resources. The shortfall equals the interest on money France advanced for reparation costs charged to Germany.
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Paris
Nermal
France
Germany
Government moves to curb rising coal prices
Washington on May 17 reports steps by the government to stem rising coal prices at the mines. Secretary Hoover of the Department of Commerce holds the matter under investigation and awaits further action as officials assess the situation.
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Washington
Hoover
Department of Commerce
Hawes
Origins of Patagonia Name Traced to Footprints or Terraces
The term Patagonia covers the regions of Rio Negro Chutú and Santa Cruz in Argentina and once referred to the entire southern region of South America. It may derive from pata gon meaning large foot or from the Quichua putacuna meaning terraces.
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Patagonia
Rio Negro
Chutut
Santa Cruz F
Argentina
South America
Beware Falls Maxims Debate In Proverb Exchange
A brief comic exchange quotes two men debating old and new maxims about proof and eating. The line contrasts the value of tradition with improvisation as a humorous nod in American Legion Weekly.
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American Legion Weekly
Fire Brigade Rushes to Parkner Fire
A volunteer firefighter heads from the Parkner Chair toward a blaze with half shaven clothes. He helps drag the arsonist, ruins his garments at the ruins, and must return to finish his shave before resuming duties.
Iowa towns vote to fund municipal bands across state
Muscatine notes hesitation to tax for a city band while about 100 Iowa towns have already levied funds. Under the Landrus band act towns under 40 000 may levy up to two mills. Large supporters include Council Bluffs and many others. Leland, population 180, was the smallest to approve.
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Muscatine
Iowa
Musicians
Towa
Thirty-Ninth
General Assembly
George W. Landrus
Clarinda
Clarion
Havelock
Forest City
Leland
Nashua
Briscoe
Council Bluffs
Keokuk
Corydon
Iowa Falls
Gowrie
Dyersville
Laurens
Allison
Northwood
Willisoa
Prince of Wales Leaves Philippines After Short Visit
The prince of Wales departed Manila aboard the Renown for London after a three day Philippines visit. A polo injury and limited activities marked the trip while a physician restricted more strenuous plans. The cruiser will pass through British North Fernies Penang Colombo and the Suez Canal on the way home.
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Manila
Philippines
Prince of Wales
Malacanan Palace
London
British North Fernies
Penang
Colombo
Suez Canal
Difference in Roles of Speaker and Lord Chancellor
The speaker of the English House of Commons cannot take part in debates and votes only to break ties, while the lord chancellor in the House of Lords may speak and vote on all occasions.
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House of Commons
House of Lords
Wise town woman uses ears eyes and tongue
A compact tale notes a remarkable woman who uses hearing and sight to gather knowledge and then speaks forth all she has learned, sharing every fact she knows with others.
Grand Finale Car Towing Explained by Professor
A musical professor explains why his new car was towed noting engine staccato reports, a key change, four flat tires, and a grand pause as the vehicle failed. The remark blends science and invention with a humorous automotive mishap.
Business Risk and the Balance of Effort
The text argues risk is part of all business but should not dominate strategy. It contrasts the idea that risk leads to gain with the claim that gains do not depend solely on risk, noting risk is smaller in legitimate enterprise than in speculative ventures.
Envy of Talent Reflections by Oliver Wendell Holmes
The passage discusses jealousy among clever people and how extra talent can provoke irritation and poor temper in ordinary individuals. It contrasts unpretending mediocrity with genius and notes that a weak claim to genius in a common person is detestable.
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Oliver Weidell Holmes
Tony Marshes Son Receives Legal Name Anthony Field John
Five year old Tony Marsh the dancer Peggy Marsh’s son gains legal recognition as Anthony Field John nn. Court action aimed to place him in the Field estate and trace paternity to the late Henry Feld of Chicago while acknowledging Tony as the child of Peggy's dancing partner husband Alpert Johnson who adopted him.
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New York
Tony
Peggy Marsh
Anthony Field Johnnn
Henry Feld
Peggy
Johneen
Alpert
Buster” Johnson
No Irish Peace Yet Belief Dublin May 17
The peace committee of Sail Eireann announced it has concluded deliberations and will present a report to the Dail. No details were given on the report and Dublin observers fear a breakdown of reconciliation between Irish factions.
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Dublin
Peace Committee
Sail Eireann
Dail
Clean up week nets booze bust and arrests in Iowa city
State, county and local authorities captured three stills along with 800 gallons of booze and mash. They arrested 42 people for gambling bootlegging running gambling houses and moonshining during a late Saturday night sweep in Iowa City.
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Iowa City
Max White
National Horseshoe Tourney Set for Iowa State Fair
Des Moines Iowa May 17 The National Horseshoe Pitching Tournament will be held at the Iowa State Fair from August 29 to September 1 with over 75 famous players from across the nation. Cash prizes exceed 1500 and more than fifty trophies will be awarded. Frank Jackson of Kellerton Iowa defends his title, likely challenged by C C Davis of Columbus Ohio. The event also hosts annual conventions of the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association and the National League of Horseshoe and Quait Pitchers at the fairgrounds.
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Des Moines
Iowa
National
C. C. Davis
Columbus
Ohio
Florida
National Horseshoe Pitchers Association
National League of Horseshoe and
Fair Grounds
Crail's Linen Finish New Patterns Promote Fabrics
Linen finish fabrics promoted with 86 inch width and new patterns. Prices listed include 35¢ perales and 29¢ per yard, indicating sale terms at Crail's store.
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Crail
Tanlac hailed by Tacoma photographer in testimonial
J Bertram Simon of Tacoma recounts long battle with rheumatism and digestive woes, saying Tanlac relieved pain, improved appetite, and helped him gain weight after months in bed. He claims he now feels healthy and recommends the remedy to others. Tanlac advertised as sold by all druggists.
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Bertram Simon
Tacoma
Wash
Tanlac
J. Bertram Simon
46Th St
Avalanche Scene Headlines Katherine MacDonald At Fox Theater
A First National attraction features Katherine MacDonald in Her Social Value at the Fox Theater for one day only. An avalanche sequence shows rocks and trees swept down the mountainside and a cabin crushed at the base, touted as highly thrilling and notable for its unusual features.
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Katherine MacDonald
Fox Theater
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