Washington Debutants Debate Skirt Lengths and Reform
A fragmented 1920s style narrative tracks Washington society figures arguing over hemlines and reform. Mrs John Henderson faces opposition from old guard allies while daughters of the revolution and debutants weigh fashion against propriety. Georgia socialite Evelyn Innes and debutante Miss Howe recount sleeved and skirt awakening at events like the Mayflower Hotel Blue and Gray Hall, reflecting broader cultural shifts and censorship tensions.
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Manning
John
Herserson
Washington
Mindern
Siria
National
Mra. Henderson
Senator Henderson
Daughters of the American Revolution
Mrs.Henderson
Mise
Evelyn Inne
Gray Hall
Mayflower Hotel
Mixa Howe
Political year heats up in Senate elections
Fragmentary item notes a nationwide primary cycle shaping the Senate and House balance. Mentions March 23 in South Dakota and elections across 33 or 34 states, with remarks on public opinion and education.
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Sents
United States Senate
South Dakota
Unil
United States
House of Representatives
Irrigation growth promises amid power and farm debates
The piece argues irrigation can boost crop yields and values, citing two potato crops per season and doubled value from earlier harvests. It references figures from Arizona and Colorado, notes farm industry benefits, and contrasts wealth gains with social costs and historical upheavals. The writing blends economic optimism with political hints and era concerns.
Longevity Recipe: Water and Moderation Mark Fitch Century
Francis Stuart Fitch of Stamford Connecticut celebrated his 100th birthday with family including four children eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren at his daughter’s home. He credits longevity to drinking large amounts of water daily and temperate alcohol use, moderate smoking, and abstaining from hard liquor after a point. He plans to extend the family record with more births while noting care for cleanliness and a long active life.
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Adam
Francis Stuart Fitch
Fitch
Stamford
Conn
Carlton T. White
New York
Lourgevity
Pitch
Margraret Fitch Wooodcock
Buffalo
Atocher
Lee
WOW TO MWANG TAPS ESTRIFS
The article discusses the rising prestige of tapestry wall hangings and how women choose to hang them. It notes tapestries’ beauty and affordability, suggests mounting methods for large and small pieces, and describes options using rings, hooks, and frames.
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Mwang
Amendments to Constitution Fueled by Debate and Reform
Special Correspondence notes that Congress considered two measures aimed at constitutional amendment. It recalls nine prior amendments and their varied adoption timelines, highlighting a long pattern of debate and gradual change from 1798 through the 1920s, including labor, voting, and prohibition topics.
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Washington
Congress
Vangat
Thaw to Publish Book Announces Ongoing Research
Pittsburgh writer Harry Thaw states he will write and publish a book. He has collected nearly all information and interviewed sixty persons, noting trouble in Albany and New York. He will not disclose contents or publication date. the announcement will come from another city.
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Pittsburgh
Itarry K. Thaw
Thaw
Albany
New York
Before and After the Legislator Sequences
Fragmentary text shows a legislator claiming to be a servant before election then vague promises after, with garbled lines about advising and expediency during session. The readable portions imply shifting rhetoric but no clear actions or outcomes.
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