davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
Business Career of Peter Flint
Story of Salesmanship by Harold Whitehead
(Copyright.)

to suggest what line Of action you'd
better take
But can't afford to hire Bruno
Duke--I can't afford Il hundred-dollar-
a-day man." thus ! protested.
Duke won't charge you cent, Peter.
He'll be glad to do it for you. even
If only as favor to me-"
was about to protest further. but
Francis waved my objections aside and
went to the telephone.
1t was arranged for Francis Bruno
Duke and me to lunch together, after
which Duke would go with me to my
Office and see what was what
Somehow l feel relieved at the thought
of having some one who knows to help
me.
never realized the need for practical
experience and knowledge as have since
| got into this real estate business for
myself.
AS soon as l got to the office I wrote
to mother and told her we'd both be il
Farmdale tomorrow.
Then l dropped Mary a note to the
same effect. | want to see her again
l want to know if she really meant II
when, On parting at the Grand Contra
week ago, she said. Good afternoon
Peter-dear."
When I met Francis and Bruno Duke
I had list Of lots sold, payments due
my liabilities and other data with me
for l thought it might save time to
discuss my troubles while eating lunch
Bruno Duke, however, wouldn't enter
tain the idea.
"We'll leave the whcle matter, FRIEND
Peter. until we get to your office. Yol
don't mind, do you?"
mo, of course not; but ] thought i
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
L. LREAMLANDADVE VENTURES yD0ddy
1.-THE GIANT HINTS GOLD"

place where the Giant could pull himsei1
out Of the water.
About half way around the great roomI
the path left the edge of the lake and(
pIunped into a tunnel-like passage. Asl
they crept cautiously into this passage
a peculiar noise brought them to
sharp halt Again came the noise--an
odd rasping and rumbling. H.
ut sounds like a snore," whispered
Peggy.
swered Billy.
"Hustle up! l can't swim forever"
yelled the Giant from below
"We've got to 10 through this tunnel
muttered Billy, who knew quick acton
was necessary to save the Giant. I'm
going to see what's in there"
Picking up a rock, he hurled 1t into
the dark depths. Instantly the snore
broke off IN a strangling snort. Then
arose n terrifying bowling and a vio-
lent scrambling in the tunnel. The three
drew back just as a huge-looking bear
hind legs, bllnked its sleepy eyes into the
flashlight and plunged forward
Quick as a wink Billy threw another
rock, hitting the bear on the ear. The
beast staggered for a second, lost its
balance. and toppled over into the pool.
There was a loud spash, followed by q
confused commotion.
Jumping Ginger, what are you wish
ing on me?" yelled the Giants voice.
Billy flashed the light downward.
There in the pool was the bear SWIM
ming around In frenzied circles. Hang
ing desperately to It's bobby tail, was
the Giant.
IN, the nert chapter 1piH be told ho1o
the bear proues to be q friend IN needy
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16

D.. t.G n o..g the edge O, the break,
ard in the direc. on Of the forest he
'olnd 1 pl0ce whe ne could descend.
Il his haste he fell; his hands were
scratched. blood flowed from a cut in
his forehead when he dragged himself
ip to the face Of the cliff agaiu. He
tried to shout when he saw a figure
lras itself up among the rocks, but
left him voiceless His wind whistled
from between his parted lips when he
came to Pierre.
Pierre was supporting himself
against a rock. His face was stream
ing with blood. In his hand he held
what remained Of the rapier, which
had broken off close to the hilt. His
eyes were blazing like a madman's,
and his face was twisted with an
agony that sent a thrill Of horror
through Philip.
MY hurt is nothing-nothing-
Missouri" he Gasped. understanding
the look in Philips face. 1T is
Jeanne! They have gone-gone with
Jeanne!" The rapier slipped, from his
hand and he slid weakly down against
the rock, Philip dropped upon his
knees, and with his handkerchief be
gan wiping the blood from the haIr
breeds face. For a few moments
Pierre's head hung limp against his
! shoulder.
What is it, Pierce" he urged. Tel
me-quick! They have gone witt
! Jeanne!"
Pierre's body grew rigid. With one
| great effort he seemed to marshal al
Of his strength, and Strengthened him
self.
Listen, Msieur," he said, speakins
calmly. They set upon US as w
were going to meet you at the rock
There were four. one Of them is deat
back there. The others--witl
Jeanne-have gone in the canoe. /
is death-worse than desth-~fo
her"
His body writhed. In passion II
strove to rise to his feet. Then witt
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
B, JAMES OLUER CLRW UOD

rustled in the spruce and balsam tops
Of the forest that reached up to the
on which he stood; under him he
heard, growing more and more dis
tinct, the moaning wash Of the swell.
ing tide. A moment of despair pos.
sessed him, and he felt that he had
lost.
Suddenly the wind brought to him
a different sound--a shout far down
the cliff, a second cry. and then the
scream of a woman, deadencd by the
wash of the sea and the increasing
sweep Of the wind among the trees.
He stood for a moment powerless,
listening. The wind lulled, and the
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16

let whistled close to his ears. A sec
ond shot, and Pierre fell down like
one dead among the rocks. Again
Philip fired-a third and fourth time,
and one of the three men who were
disappearing In the white gloom stun.
bled over n rock, and fell as Pierre
had fallen. His companions stopped,
picked him up, and staggered on with
him. Philips last shot missed. and
before he could reload they were lost
among the uphcaved masses of the
cliff
Couchca!"
There was no answer from the other
side
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
A Story or T,uo
The German Understood

= Two American lieutenants were lead
ing German officer back to the regi-
pe given receipt for ten prisoners he
mad mad delivered back to the Americans.
me enemy officer, according to miiitarv
rules governing such affairs, was blind.
sde. e' ei'her
9 AS the trio neared the P. c., they were
forced to cross a bridge which had a
nuge mole In the center of 1t caused by
Lets drop the son of a - tbro,,s,,
mat hole and be done with him." one OF
them suggested, jocularly, "e Va
Later after they, had passed the
sn,ne Diruse, ,, .he herman became tangled In
him out of it. "e'peu
Thank you" he said in excellent Enrl
iish i. You are exceedingly kind to me
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16

"Tho walls are as steep as a steeplc.'
Els the water deep|
"Goes clear down to China, I guess
answered the Giant.
Keep swimming and we will see II
we can find n place where you can
climb up
"I've got to keep swimming or swal-
low this whole lake." retorted the Giant
Hurry up!"
With Prince Bonnie Blue Bell going
ahead, they carefully picked their way
along the edge of the pit. They found
that this was like a shelf extending
around the Hall of Gold, high above
the pool
Billy stopped every few steps to fash
the ray downward, seeking a landing
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
CCXCVII

CCXCvII
DNE of warrenton's friends bought
~ s3Co lot for cash today. thank good
ness, I don't know what l shoulu
have done otherwise, for my hank ac-
count was virtually nil This has
brought it up to rather peter tia''
500?
This hit os luck was offset, however
h, two letters one from Good, saying
be was so sick that he wouldn't be aoie
~ u.orl, for few days--that leaves me
Abercrombie only.
I'm some little rn'smanager. l am
80 sn,os-ror only after all these weeks
,,d be = man I turned down at first
The other letter was from mother
This Is what she said:
my dear Peter: , ,,o,-
II was delighted to have your
CHEEKY 'etter yesterday and only WISH
7 cou'd write you in the same way.
"JTnfortunatelY I have 10 DO, iIer
-ord you know. nv dear noH
Row d's''k" ho'herms ou Hou sother M
has bocn ta,en III again and the DOC
tor says it's serious. but not aahser-
out. .,,. +. would
holm father " you could co'n+ nome
sor n day Of two SO II you think you
could MANAGE j., I would 10 SO I'M
sure ~ wiz helm and n,pose him.
.'Iucy has written Frarcis ana ne
will I'm sure try to come with you
"There's no ned TO worry. the uoc-
.or saws hut it will help father TO see
From Your Loving Mother.
read this letter at til" brcakfas
table when 7 fini"hed I looked up a
Francis, who smiled and said:
"Of course, Peter, you and ! go Z
Farmdale tomorrow. I'm going 10 IN
| off ce right away and arrange to be an
| sent for few dayss If necessary
"Of course must go. too,' SAID
"hut I've no one to leave in ch'r rHe
I'll have to shut up the Office until
come back haven't ary pros"
for Sunday, nor any in sight, and Il
p~etty serious for me, Francis ~
: only one man left and expenses kee
up and-and al that kind of thing.
"Why don't you ask Duke if he'll t.
over your affairs while you're away
Then on your return lie may be abl
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
FLOWER OF THE NORTH
BA LAMES OLUER CI RK

a groan he sank back. and for mo.
ment Philip thought, he was dying.
81 will go, Pierre" he cried. Il will
bring her back. / swear it."
Pierre's hand detained him as he
went to rise.
"You swear"
YES"
AT the next break--there is a
canoe. They have gone for the
Churchill"
Pierres voice was growing weaker.
In spasm of sudden fear at the diz-
z!ness which was turning the night
black for him he clutched at Philips
arm.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
A Reunion in France

me casual, newly out of a base porj
hospital; approached a strange and miaJ
dle.aged officer and saluted. $3.50
Would you mind. SIR" he inquired
&C, rensoring this letter. fo- me? MY budd N
up on the hill there is too bunged up III
write, and asked me TO write home to
frsn, H,s ioiks a t9r him. ] got the low-dows d
out tomorrow, and II mail this down.
WsIa roTn IN inns aftern9on ] can just aboul
up l cant know it's favor. but "A IN
ever SO much Obliged II you would Sir.
Certainly" said the officer-he vas Al
major, too-and took the letter. He Tool
one glance at the, opening parasranhl
and his face turned white.
m "Why--wh-why." he stammeradl
that's my boy Where is he?"
the Mustered casual. "And say. Sir. IN.
sure sure put UP some pretty scrap beforS
Passersby in the Immediate vicinit
Were, Were then & and there treated to the un2
usual but edifying spectacle of A gravN
haired Major raptly embracing a muc
rumpled casual buck private.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
(Copyright)
THE STORY THUS FAR

Philip Whittetoere. working partner Of
. company controIlins the hsh suppiy of
esase given by the Canadian Government.
AnAs himself eppesed by an unknown
enemy and sends for Grcs.?n. an artist
one clue they have to the mystery Il q
letter addressed 10 Lord Fitzhuxh Lee:
GregsOn begins 10 rave about local
beauty and dr., ws q AXE ch Of her. Whitte-
msPe .recoeniEes Eileen Brcksw. = former
sweetheart. daushter Of his partner. and
aoesn't mention the fact to GregsOn. In
stead he leaves the cabin and climbs the
gifl and y wolfiound, He falls In owe with
the girl. Brokaw. and his daughter arrive;
Eileen rcpulses Jeanne who goes forward
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16

(Pe00y, Billy and the Giant OF the
Woods are led by Prince Bonnie Blue
Bell to the Hall Of Gold IN the cdverns
OF tho mountains. There the Giant
falls into dark Pits
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
EVERYDAY STUFF
Disgruntled

In days before apartment days
with heat Id light provided
My household sods in many ways
My daily life decided.
I now walk on and off-no more.--
But once my role was stellar,
A welcome mat before the door
And coal down in the cellar.
Just watch me putting, painting,
blowing
To keep the blamed old furnace
blowing.
Those were the days when I-oh.
dear.-
Ne'er knew what "staid' or
grave" meant.
With skill and with the best OF
cheer
I'd sweep snow from the pave
| ment.
| Snow meant a lark, a game, treat,
A bit Of childhood captured.
! AZ times I'd sweep up half the
street
| And feel my heart enraptured.
But now-alas, my crouch is
1 growing!-
| | get no thrills to watch it snow
| ing!
GRIF ALEXANDER.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
roDAY's BUSINESS EpIGRAM
Don't make ercuseS--mdke good.
What does this mean to YOU?
Business Questions Answered

Can you advise me how can get some
additional capital say $4,000? Could be
less and make safe investment. Profits
large. business growing rapidly, fair stock
on hand. no debts and will stand strict in
restiga tion manufacture specialties for drug
gists theatres. undertakers. ETC.. and all
needed specialties. Have answered ads"
but no replies ! tell the advertiser every
thing. Laboratory Is not the finest. but
We are keeping down expenses Goods known
the bigger part of Brooklyn and New York.
Whole lot more to be told. but do not wish
to take Up your time. 10. Ii.
If your proposition is really good
your bank should help you, either by
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16

Mr.. whitehead riil ons,Uer pour busincsS
o,~stions ou buvinD. selling. advertising ana
S,n nIo,,,urnt AK uour questions clearly and
gire ali the JuctS. Your correct name ana
mn address must be 0ipcn TO az ihqnrteS'
Those ,phich are anonymous must Dc 10hortd:.
ius,prrs TO technical questions tclH DC StH,
by mail other questions tC,li DC hhS'ucrih" 'oh' "
in THIS co.u,nn. tn most httrc"tHO WohU H.
irn,s of tuauircrS Ull be UOUtH sh'o t"'
story Of Peter Flint.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-16
THE DAILY NOVELETTE,

CONTINUED TOMORROW
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19
Climax of Welcome to Pershing Comes When
 Nations Thanks Given
Continued from Page one.)

words stirred deep feeling. that was when said: The great achievements, the high ideals, the sacrifices of our army and our people belong to no party and no creed"
 When he had finished speaking, under the leadership of the escorting commit- tee the general passed down the cen ter aisle of fe chamber to the door, members reaching to grasp his hand as he passed. A dimnutive page blocked his way and the. general smil- ingly stopped to shake hands with the boys. From his seat near the aisle, Representative Wilson of Illinois thrust forward his baby daughter and the general caught her to him and kissed her while new applause greeted him.
 MUCH HANDSHAKING
 An impromptu handshaking with senators and representatives in the lobby followed and then the expedi- tionary leader was given a press gal 1ery reception. He was not to be lured into any lengthy speech. how ever, contenting himself with saying that he realized that all the tumult and honor of his reception meant that he was merely the instrument through which the nation thanked the army.
 q am not taking it personally" he said
 Before he left the capitol, General Pershing called on his father in law, Senator Warren of Wyoming, in the latters office. As he started for his automobile, a crowd of women sight seers fairly mobbed him. clinging to his arms and demanding that he stop to shake hands.
 Don't hold my hands too long he protes Sl laughingly to one eager ad- mired as he finally brok free with the aid of his staff.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19
Kilby Expresses Regret
 at Defeat Of Amendment
Governor Issues Signed Statement In Which He Declares No Promise Was Made to Ask Ratification Upon Request
 of Mrs. Nesbit
By WILLIAM l.. GoRMLEY

q did not make that statement. What I did say to the lady asking in formation. who by the way, is not a citizen of Alabama, was that if suca request should come from Mrs. Neshitt or certain other Alabama women with whom I have discussed the suffrase question I would give the request my very earnest consideration. In answer to the direct question l further stated that I would give preference to their wishes and opinions. since they know Alabama conditions. over similar re- quests from parties outside the state. not excepting the cnairmsn of the democatic executive committee or the President of the United States
 T have felt that the financial cen dition of the state required and should have my first consideration and that I should not ask the attention of the legislature to other matters. even though of great importance, until our joint task of financing the state was completed.
 Personally I feel that as matter of simple justice to our intelligent white women. as a response to the call of the state and national dem D. cratic committees ana as the best policy for the upbuilding of the sta e morally, commercially and industrial ly Alabama should ratify the federal amendment. I am sorry that a major ity of the legislature has not arrived at a similar conclusion.
 "It has been a source of regret and some embarrassment to me that con ditions have made it expedient and im- possible for me to take an active part in the consideration and disposition of this matter for I do not feel easy occupying a position Of inactivity wh, n matters of such concern to the people and the party are at stake''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19

near Portland. but confirmation of this will not be obtainable until tomorrow.
 Bodies, almost entirely those of Corpus Christi victims, have been found in the following places and buried: Corpus Christi 57, White Plains 21, Rosita and Portland go, Oden. and Sinton Il, Port Aransas D. Aransas Pass 2 and Rockport s. The last three figures are on dead in those towns alone.
 BISHOP NUSSBAUM KILLED
 San Antonio, Texas, September 1S.- Bishop Paul J. Nussbaum of Corpus Christi, reported tonight among the identified dead there. had been at Cor pus Christi since 1913 and was noted member of the Paulist order. He served as missionary in Buenos Aires and Argentine republic, was stationed at Rome for several years and for the five years preceding 1913 conducted missions and retreats in eastern states also serving as parish priest in west Hoboken, N. J., and Dunkirk, N. Y. He was born in Philadelphia and was or dained a priest 25 years ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19
Too Late NoD to Fight, SchoolCode Amendment
Every Member of Jefferson Delegation Vote for Amendment, Dickson Joining Colleagues
 In Support of Measure
Fly W. J. ROLES

Montgomery, September 1S.-(Spe- cial. .)-The Birmingham committee or- ganized yesterday to come to Mont gomery to oppose the Benners ameii6- ment to the school code making mem- bers of the Birmingham board of edu- cation elective by the people did not come to Montgomery today It is just as well they did not come
 They can be just as effective by staying at home, and save their money, time and energy as well.
 Every member of the Jefferson dele gation voted for the amendment. Mf. Dickson. administration floor leader, in putting the school bill through the house, 1t is true, opposed it at first, but when he saw the other six rep resentatiVes and Senator West were for it he capitulated and consented for it to go in the bill.
 There was a strong sentiment in the house for the election. not only of all school boards but school superin- tendents as well.
 Benners amendment. and for other the appointive system school olig- archies are built up and the rights of the people ignored.
 Especial emphasis was laid on this in the Birmingham proposition. It was conceded that under the existing system one of the best school systems in the country has been built up, but notwithstanding this charges of 'czar'' rule were frequently heard.
 John R. Hornady, commiss toner of educa tion, who has been in Montgonl-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19
LIKELY TO
 CALL OFF VISIT TO
 COAST FOR PRESENT
Bx Associated Press

Lincoln. Neb., September 1s.-Before leaving here today for St. Paul. Minn., where tomorrow morning he will ad- dress the Minnesota legislature on the league of nations, Senator Hiram W. Johnson of California said he fear ed developments in the Senate's consider ation of the peace pact at Washingt ton would prevent him from going to the Pacific coast at this time to answer President Wilson's speeches.
 He is anxious to follow the Presi- dent through the west before returp- ing to Washington, but today he re- ceived telegrams from Senate leaders stating that. his presence is urgently desired at the capitol next week. As a result the indications are that he may be obliged to return east after speaking at Minneapolis Saturday night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19
NATIONWIDE STRIKE
 BAPTIST MINISTER'S
 URGED BY M'ALPINE

New York, September 1S.--A na- men, unless they are granted higher salaries, was advocated in state ment issued here tonight by Charles A. McAlpine, a member of the nn- tional committee of Northern Bap- tist laymen.
 sIf I were still pastor and my salary was not more than $500 per nnnum, which is the amount re- ceived by the average clergyman in our denominations, I'd organize a union of minister's" said Mir. McAl- pine, who predicted there would be a shortage of clergymen soon unless ministers are better com pensated than s'miIk men, window cleaners, and day Iaborers."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19
PEOPLE MISLED AS TO
 CONTENTS OF TREATY DECLARES PRESIDENT
(cor.tinued from Page one.) )

1he league covenant, declaring had there been anything approaching such an ar engagement in 1914 Germany never would have begun the war. The boycott, he asserted. was Ian exclusion from civ- ilized society" which no European nation could endure for six months. lie (em- phasized that the boycott was an auto matic step short of war and that under the covenant all actual questions of war or peace would be reserved for decision by Congress.
 The President declared while the United States formerly was looked upon abroad as selfish HAtion, that opinion had been absolutely reversed It now was America's privilege, he said, to lead the world unless the cynical eosinsels of some of our acquaintances prevailed" [ Detailing the of the war in money and in battle deaths, Mir. Wilson said all this sacrifice made because the world never had had the courage to set up such a system of arbitration and dis cussion as the league covenant proposed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-19

three members nominated by Great Brit
 ain, France and Italy with a right to
 withdraw upon six months notice. Bul-
 garia will be represented by a commis-
 sioner who may be invited to take part
 n the sittings, but have no vote. Cost and expenses of the commission will D. raid by Bulgaria and will be first charg 2 on the revenues payable to the com mission The economic clauses are of the same general import as those in the Austrian treaty, except that for one year customs duties on imports from the allied and as- sociated states will not be higher thar the favorable duties when the war began. The. general provisions Of the ports, waterways and railway clauses are sim liar to these of the Austrian treaty, pro- viding that the Danube is to be interna- tional from Ulm.
 All disputes which may arise through carrying out provisions of these clauses
 shall he settled as provided by the league
 of nations and without prejudice to the obligations of the present treaty.