Chapter VII · Chapter 7

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

plural of “administrator” — someone who administers a business

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

from appearances alone

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

take into custody

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

endowed with authority

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

your usual mood

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

plural of “dollar” — the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

an industrial city in northwestern Germany; flourished from the 13th to 17th century as a member of the Hanseatic League

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

past form of “exist” — have an existence, be extant

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

a social unit living together

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

involving financial matters

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading To this inquiry the following reply was received:

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

possessive form of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

a message received and understood

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

a search for knowledge

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the head of a city government

From this reading "TO THE MAYOR OF SOUTH NORWALK:

the time between one event, process, or period and another

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

killed unlawfully

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

absolutely essential

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the condition of being essential or indispensable

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

and nothing more

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

above and across; more than

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

carry out or perform an action

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

a former kingdom in north-central Europe including present-day northern Germany and northern Poland

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading To this inquiry the following reply was received:

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading To this inquiry the following reply was received:

having a good reputation

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

past form of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

past form of “telegraph” — send cables, wires, or telegrams

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

in or at that place or location

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading To this brother the information was immediately telegraphed of the old gentleman's death, and the inquiry was made as to the disposition of the body.

the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities)

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

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From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading _The Miser's Wealth._--_Over Fifty Thousand Dollars Stolen from the Murdered Man._--_A Strange Financial Transaction._--_A Verdict, and the Arrest of Bucholz._ Meantime there existed a necessity for some action in regard to the effects of which Henry Schulte was possessed at the time of his death, and two reputable gentlemen of South Norwalk were duly authorized to act as administrators of his estate, and to perform such necessary duties as were required in the matter.

which person or people

From this reading From an examination of his papers it was discovered that his only living relatives consisted of a brother and his family, who resided near Dortmund, Westphalia, in Prussia, and that they too were apparently wealthy and extensive land-owners in the vicinity of that place.