The Silver Teapot and the Bold Maid of Carruthers
Mary Jane a Utile maid in the Carruthers household adores the silver teapot especially the shepherdess figure. A stolen cache of silver is recovered when Mary Jane hides a silver quarter inside the teapot lid to hold the shepherdess in place. The squad of thieves is caught, but the loot escapes as time passes and the teapot is identified by Mrs. Carruthers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Jane McGower
Warruthers
Marty Jane
Mary Jane
Owith
Mr. Carruthers
Carruthers
Mrs. Carruthers
Mrs
Vinol promised to build you up and restore health
An advertisement extols Vinol as a powerful tonic derived from cod liver oil to increase weight and renew flesh and bone. It cites testimonials from I M Stufell a Boston and Maine railroader and claims strong results including better kidneys, regular bowels, sleeping well, and gained weight. The passage also includes a brief narrative involving Mary Jane and Mrs Carruthers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinel
I. M. Stufell
Boston and Maine
Vinci
Quiet Hour Chats by Laura Jean Libbey on trades for boys
A mother asks whether her teenage son should stay in school or learn a trade. Laura Jean Libbey argues early trade training builds independence and resilience, citing famous figures who started humbly. She urges parents to guide with sound principles, noting trades can be stepping stones and not lifelong commitments.
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Laura Jean Libbey
A Mather
Bright Boy
Hiteen
Berk
Sturm
Gen Jonson
John Jacob Astor
New York
Daniel Webster
Henry Clay
Lincoln
Garfield
Uis
Household Hints From An Early Chronicle
Practical guidance on daily care and home remedies. Tips cover plant protection in winter, watering, rust removal with sweet oil and heat, cod liver oil for complexion, masking taste with orange bitters, the value of fresh air and sunlight, cleaning sleeping rooms, and a simple method to test water purity using sugar in a night tap sample.
How Koumiss Is Made From Milk And Yeast
A historical recipe describes koumiss as fermented milk drink used for invalids on liquid diets. It outlines a method using mare or camel milk, sugar, water, yeast, and bottle fermentation, with steps to produce sweet koumiss after three to five days and a tangier acid version after seven days.
Hints for home makers what to serve at a dinner party
Advice outlines dinner party planning for a 12 to 14 guest table as six to eight courses. It covers oyster hors d oeuvres, soup from the pantry, fish, roast fowl, entrees and sweets, with wine service by staff and post dinner coffee in the drawing room.
A Cheap Icing Recipe Found Inexpensive And Simple
A cheap icing for cake can be made by heating three tablespoonfuls of milk to a boil and cooling. Then add one teaspoonful of vanilla and stir in confectioners sugar until it thickens enough to spread without running.
Placing Guests at Table in Formal Dining Etiquette
The article outlines dinner etiquette for guest seating identifying punctual arrival, hostess coordination, and the sequence of procession. It explains that guests should arrive on time, announce delays, and follow seating by the host with the eldest or honored guest leading to the dining room. Guests pair up, hostess joins last with her chosen gentleman, and cards or menus guide seating. A servant in the hall may present each guest with a name card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hest
Xacy
Jinner
Arranging Bric-a-Brac for tasteful home decoration
A New York societywoman who runs a bureau for new housekeepers warns against overdoing bric-a-brac. She urges buying only useful items or unique pieces, avoiding two of each kind, and resisting cheap china that accumulates quickly, creating a monotonous, unattractive display.
Pretty Idea In Picture Decoration In The Library
A suggested library border uses photographs of literary celebrities around shelves, with a featured star’s portrait above. Tips include frame choices and hanging guidance, advising museum gallery comparison and matching frame colors to artwork.
First Sunday of Twentieth Century Observed for Sunday School
January 1 1900 or the first Sunday of the new century is proposed by the Ohio Sunday School Association as a “Decision Day” in Sunday schools with evangelistic services. Joseph Clark, General Secretary, offers full information and observance guidance from the Obie Sunday School Association’s Columbus office. Also notes old remedies like Green's August Flower and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with vendor endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Joseph Clark
Obie Sunday School Association
Ruggery Building
Columbus
Obie
William M Halley Sent To St Joseph Insane Asylum
William M Halley has been sent to the insane asylum at St. Joseph Missouri. He is described as not able to recover. Halley served with Quantrell during the burning and sacking of Lawrence Kansas as the guerrilla chief lieutenant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M Halley
St. Joseph
Halley
Quantrell
Lawrence Kan
Banmer Salve Praised By Skin Specialist
The notice touts Banmer Salve as the best salve for piles burns scalds ulcers and skin diseases claiming prescription backing by a renowned skin specialist. C B Henderson a member of the Indianapolis City Council was sentenced to state prison for an indefinite term after being convicted of offering a bribe to push a council measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Henderson
Joax M. Hiccins
Indianapolis
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Frank Pratt
McKee
Nervita Medical Co
Clinton and
Jackson Streets
Chicago
Ill
EB. RK. Lash
Athens
Green
Chamberlain
Whitfield & Co
Wabash Avenue
W.H. McKee
Ming
Js- Basom, C. D
Steemh, Ohio
Bank of Athens
United Britass
IEOW
Belaphess Na TE
S.W, Babes, Gnashies
Procate
Catherine Mullgan
John Mulligan
B.S. Hoskinson
W. Hoskinson
F. Beckler
M. Z. Callahan
Peter J. Beckler
Mary 4. Dick
George W. Buck
Jasper Robinett
Jane Skeily
Freda C. Wyatt
Fred Wratt
Ital
Frans O. Clark
Geo
Werehime
Charlotte Hawk
Alden
Cordova
Syandardml GO
Yececaare Fece
U.S
Ington
S. Amu Foreige
C.a.snow &Co
Orr, Parcuy Ofnice Wasninarer
Bes Sinemet Co
Kieiauuloe
Panby
Lord Orent
Rittanving
Muail Om
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