An Unexpected Choice in a Back Shop Story
Isy Elizabeth Cherry Waltz, Melanie, a sewing shop girl in Linden Court, endures a troubled past with a forced marriage and confinement by a county man. Now she contemplates a freer future as she dresses for a ball, while Delphine and her mother influence events around the shop and river outings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melavleest
Linden Court
Widow Gralz
Melanie
Readyjande
Gratz
Tne
Waren
County Po
Delphine
Ayuler
Moelanie
Stepa
St. Lonlinge
Million Women in the Market and a Fire Scene
Melanie faces social pressure as Rudolph Pach pursues her, while a city-wide fire at Linden Court threatens Widow Gratz and her daughter. Delphine and Daphias press Melanie toward companionship as flames reveal hardship and a chance for new beginnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bousht
Etunbine
Ruadelph Pach
Nelanie
Gratz
Rudolph
Rtudolph
Bismah
Melanie
German Singing Society
Lada
Delphine
Millions Given to American Colleges in 1898 99
In 1898 bequests and donations to American colleges totaled 13,086,150. In 1899 gifts reached 53,584,174. Thirty seven donors gave 100,000 or more and eight individuals contributed over 1,000,000 each.
Sailor Maiden in White Gown Captures Eye at Sea Pageant
A vivid description of a sailor maiden costume evokes the hour, detailing a white silk gown with blue embroidery, a white straw hat trimmed with dotted goods, and a silver belt. The outfit emphasizes nautical motifs and refined stitching, reflecting the pageant’s maritime theme and period style.
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Fixe
Cep
Pigee
Walking Suit Trends Across The Season
Fashion notes describe abundant styles in walking suits with new cheviots and a wide range of novelties. Pink and striped fabrics appear in hunt and cheviot varieties, with details on surface patterns and tailoring.
Shirt Fashion Details Describe Velvet Belt and Lace Trim
The passage outlines a shirt with a left side fastening and a black silk fringe with hunter pink tassels. It mentions a rollerless pattern and a white linen waist with heavy tucks, followed by a satin belt girdle. The fabric's wrinkled lining produces a new velvet effect named Grey-Pace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanter
Two Yankee Girls in the Colonies Plan Strawberry Farm
A Vermont tale follows Miss Agnes Slocum as she leaves for the Philippine Islands with strawberry plants and a plan to grow US berries abroad. She aims to plant on land near a well drained area behind Lacoled, charging prices based on market demand, and she has started with 49 dollars to establish a farming venture lasting a year. The story notes strong early success and demand for fresh berries, with initial planting and land acquisition reported from Miss Slocum in a dramatic pursuit of fortune.
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Agnes Slucu
Fan Eneen
Kaus
Agnes
Slocum
Giilionaire
Vermont
Stocu
Philippine Islands
Manila
Luzon
Sulu
Grace Page Pursues Turkey Farming in Philippines
Grace Eliott Page, a New Englander, sails to the Philippines with turkeys, incubators, and hens to establish a self-sustaining turkey farm in Manila. She plans to hatch and raise the birds locally, hoping to prosper in Pacific coastal climates where turkeys thrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Eliott Page
Philippines
Tafee Turk Philipouine Islands
Pacific Coast
Atlante
Demain
Turkey
Mies Mage
American Board
Miss Page
Pacific
Manila
Onion Odor as Simple Insomnia Cure
Harriet Hubbard Ayer notes the scent of raw onions as a simple insomnia remedy. Onions mashed to release juice are rubbed on the head for ten minutes before bed to calm nerves and induce sleep, despite sensitive noses finding the odor unpleasant.
Onions Said to Improve Skin and Sleep Quality
A fragment notes onions are said to have medical properties. It claims eating an onion nightly before retiring for a month improves the skin complexion and overall health. The text is incomplete and lacks verifiable details or sources.
Bright Colors of Life Rise Against Gloom in Aims
The piece argues against doom and prophecies of evil, urging hopeful words and deeds. It contrasts plentiful colors of nature with rare black flowers, notes mild winter contrasts with dire forecasts, and cites an old adage about kind words lasting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremiah
Witter
Earth
Heaven
Phonograph Reflections On Words And Friendliness
A fragmented reminiscence describes a phonograph that repeats spoken words with original intonation after being recorded. It extends to a reflection on kindness returning as friendliness, and includes a humorous family vignette about love and companionship in a long marriage.
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Maltimore
Washington
Mary
G.& C. Merriam CO
Springfield
Mass
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Isy Elizabeth Cherry Waltz
Pinkham
Thant
Daphias
Abel
Wwe
Xaid Rudolph
Moe Janie
Trudolph
Tol Sailor Maiden
Ghent
Colonies
Sec
Agnes Slocum
Plantla
The
Vegoctable Uunes
Harriet Hubbard Ayer
Dr. Bell
pYaas
C. B. Henderson
Athans, Ohis
Carling J
T. Dewitt Talmage
Tolebs
Detroit St
Adanie &T
Dng
Catralt S Patera Meek
Sundsys
Ierew
Ude Patil Ezyat
Mearest
Rielman
Saratoga
West
Saylor Springs
Tre
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A.J. Allen
Tinois
B, & Oswer Bor
McCarty
Gen
Cincinnati
Bora Olatureat Co
Kittanning
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