Constable to guard Stony Brook as first holdup in 99 years shocks town
A bandit robbed a quiet Long Island shop for $75 on a Saturday night prompting Stony Brook residents to consider hiring a constable to deter gangsters. The piece recalls an 1852 holdup and contrasts past toughness with modern police-minded sentiment. A 1951 copyright note by Newspaper Feature Service closes the reflection.
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Stony Brook
Long Island
Allen Hill
Illinois
Imported Labels and Quality Debate Consumer View
Edith notes the allure and high cost of imported labels while acknowledging value in some imported goods. The piece argues imports are not inherently superior, cites Roquefort ripening caves and French mushrooms versus domestic options, and suggests price and context guide choices.
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Edith
Roquefort
Epicures
France
Russia
Italy
Jacket Frock or Tailored Suit For Early Autumn Wear
The article discusses in-between season fashion favoring jacket frocks and lightweight tailored suits. It highlights how couturiers adapt designs to bridge late summer and early autumn, with an example Crepe de Chine violet-blue dress with coral bolero and a Maison Helm pale green crash sports suit featuring a wide divided skirt and sleeveless blouse.
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Maison Helm
Horoscope for September 12 by Genevieve Kembly
The Stars Sey- Saturday forecast highlights lunar and mutual aspects influencing employment industry and real possessions with prospects of solid gain and potential honors. Personal matters are lively, birthdays may bring a dynamic year with promotions and tangible assets. advised pace is slow and steady. Notable nativity mentions R. M. Hoe, inventor.
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R. M. Hoe
Jane Cowl Aims for Juliet And Finds Great Success
Jane Cowl born December 14 1884 in Boston rose from a school stage to national fame. She early sought the role of Juliet after reading and studying the tragedy, catching the eye of David Belasco who gave her a breakthrough in Sweetie Belairs and propelled her toward enduring stage success.
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Jane Cowl
Jane Cowles
Theatre
Juliet
Klyn
Boston
Jane Cowe
Boston Symphony
David Belasco
Belasco
Alice Alden’s Rise to Juliet in Her Dream Role
The Young actress who married young rose from minor parts to a lead in 1909’s The Easiest Way. Belasco mentored her as she evolved into a lasting star, notably creating Mary Turner in Within the Law and finally delivering a celebrated Juliet in 1923 with a record run over 150 performances.
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Belasco
Mary Turner
Col Feet
Juliet
John Barrymore
Ostrich Trim Returns for Autumn Evening Gowns
Seen Along Fifth Avenue notes ostrich trimming resurges in fashion with evening gowns and hats. A gown sample features a white velvet bodice and net skirt with garnet ostrich streamers at the hips, highlighting discreet, flattering use.
First Play Challenge Tests a Young Author and a Producer
Philip Veritzen pressures the playwright to finish the fourth act in ten days and forbids an ocean side trip with her husband. She recalls past control and hints at Veritzen’s strict regime over actresses. (Continued Tomorrow.)
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Dicky
Philip Veritzen
Tyro
Mr. Veritzen
Newspaper
Feature Service, Inc
Helpful Advice to Girls in a Q and A Column
A 17 year old seeks a companion but is ignored by a boy from her classes. Nancy Lee cautions she is risking manipulation and urges moving on to regain normalcy. A second teen asks about a senior boyfriend who favors another date. the advice urges ending the relationship, finding a sincere friend, and avoiding sulking or overdependence. A third teen asks about contacting the sister. the response dismisses dwelling on the past and advocates seeking a more genuine partner.
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AH Nancy Lee
Nancy Lee
Unsuspected Infection May Cause Chronic Pains
A former New York health official recounts a patient with five years of backache improved only after X rays of teeth and nasal sinuses. He warns that infected teeth, sinuses, tonsils, or even gall bladder or appendix can cause vague pains, and removal or treatment may be needed to restore health.
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Dr. Copeland
Copeland Dulgence
Health tips answered through reader questions
A collage of short reader Q and A exchanges covers issues from poor circulation dandruff run-down acidosis and eczema to nail health eyelid lumps and ringing in the ears. Advice emphasizes improving general health, doctor consultation, diet, and personal care, with requests for self addressed stamped envelopes for full particulars.
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A. Q
Shadow-Children Track Smoky in Tall Grass
A group of shadow-children Mij Hanid Yam and Knarf follow Smoky the cat through tall grass to learn what he's hunting. They glimpse his tail and hear faint sounds as Smoky crouches by a mother bird feeding four chicks, hinting at an upcoming confrontation tomorrow.
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Mij
Smoky
Mil
Yam
Knar
Newspaper Feature Service, Inc
Wise Sayings From History and Literature
A collection of aphorisms and quotes from various thinkers. Topics include breeding and truth, superstition, music, obedience, forgetfulness, recreation for the mind, learning from foes, and small causes casting effects. Notable names include Voltaire Locke Spurgeon Aeschylus Aristophanes Goethe Bertin Tupper and Phaedrus.
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Winifred Black
Eleanor Ross
Strassburg
Marie Marot
the Stars Sey
Genevieve Kemble
Alice Alden
Indies Cowl
Talley
At Law
Fifth Avenue
Louise Duntley
Heart of
Wife
Adele Garrison
Veritsen
Madge
Vickers
Veritzen
Bombshell
Ocean Beach
Montauk
Otto
Mary
Feature Servies, Inc
By Nancy Lee
Royal S. Copeland
United States
New York
New York City
J.M. Q
Times Reader
Vv. C. Q
PC. Q
Maxtrell
Shadow Song
Knarf
Harild
Locke
Voltaire
Spurgeon
Aeschylus
Bertin
Babe
Tupper
Phaedrus
Aristophanes
Goethe
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