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The husband of a recently married couple on their way to England to meet his family dies on the voyage. The ship's doctor determines to marry the widow and pursues her in England. She, however, meets another and marries him shortly after her return to Australia. The doctor does not lose all as he marries the sister of the deceased and returns to Australia also. Interesting reactions of native born Australians to England. (PB)
The daughter of an Italian doctor and family residing in an up-country township poisons her mother as she had poisoned her sister a few years before in France. Her father's suspicions lead to her discovery, only just in time to prevent his death. (PB)
Humorous tale of a bachelor's resolve to be married and escape the discomforts of the single life. His attempted courtship of Mrs Adeliza Stumps proves unsuccessful but life in lodgings solves his problems. (PB)
Anecdote of a city merchant who outnegotiates the Jewish trustees of a burial ground and receives his desired price. Setting not specified - probably the US. (PB)
The 'love' story of a female spider, the magic and miracles of nature which surpass family tales. Written in the form of a grandfather's letters to his family in Australia. (PB)
A young wife who tenderly nurses her husband's aged aunt inherits her old dress - and the riches it contains. Sentimental tale of true loving wife. (PB)
A lady marries a sailor and through his ill-health they are reduced to poverty. Her wish for fine clothes nearly brings about the loss of his life. Set on the English coast. (PB)