Excuses Plausible but Not Convincing
Lord Allenby spoke of the unspeakable Turk and justified his acts with plausible arguments. He cited world horror at massacres but kept defending them, likening the Turk to a wily figure whose excuses crumble under analysis like a poaching defense.
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Ornamentation Dominates the Paris Fashion Gowns
A New York Times fashion writer notes the return of elaborate ornamentation in gowns from Paris and America. Laces, needlework, printed patterns, and rare fabrics create striking two material effects, with velvet emerging as a leading early autumn choice for millinery and trims.
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The Kitchen Cabinet Recipes and Salad Advice
A 1926 Kitchen Cabinet booklet excerpt offers peach souffle prune and peanut cake recipes and guidance on using peanut butter in potato dishes and salads. It covers bread dough warmth, salad basics, dressings, and historical notes on salads with practical tips.
Parisian couture prints blend navy accents with plaited trim
The article describes a one piece frock with a plaited navy trimmed hem and narrow neckline ties. A second Brandt print uses brown and beige with blue flecks, and a Paris designer adds three plaited ruffles edged with brown gros grain.
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England Coal Crisis Echoes in Miner Protest of 1815
The article recalls an 1815 miner protest in London when workers dragged coal to the capital to seek an audience with the prince regent. The magistrate ordered them away, insisting they not bother high officials, and the miners returned to work carrying their burdens.
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More or Less He Did You Marry Him for Better or Worse
A witty exchange on marriage questions contrasts compatibility and opportunity, implying enduring partnerships depend on more than stated plans. The dialogue hints at social norms and humorous banter about marital roles and prospects.
High Quality Men’s Suits and Overcoats Sale
Newspaper ad offering men’s and boys’ all wool suits and overcoats for 10 to 25 dollars daily profits. Commissions in advance. We ship and collect balance. Free outfit to reliable agents. High quality low price prompt delivery. Dept. 6% H. W. High Co. 306 & Franklin St. Chicago.
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Olson Rugs offer half-price upgrades via trade-in program
A promotional appeal from Olson Rugs Chicago outlines trading in old carpets rugs and clothing for new up-to-date wool rugs at up to 50 percent off. It promotes a free colorful booklet Rugs and Home Deco rating and promises home delivery within 2 to 8 days with a money-back trial and full guarantee.
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