Katie’s Sudden Departure Disrupts Morning Plans
In a tense kitchen scene, the narrator and Lillian react to Katie’s abrupt exit. They dodge a hospital doctor’s watch, plot to manage household duties, and brace for Katie’s absence while facing a sharp, judgmental mother-in-law who orders immediate action.
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Katie
Lillian
Jim
Dicky
Elizabeth
Mrs. Ticer
Margaret
Advice to Girls by Annie Laurie Ear Anni Laurie
A 17 year old girl seeks guidance about a boy who says he cares for her. The response counsels being natural with him, writing a note, and inviting him to her home so he sees she likes him and enjoys his company.
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Ear Anni Laurie
Selma
The Power of a Smile in a City Hotel
Winifred Black highlights a small act of kindness from hotel staff that brightens a lonely businesswoman’s night. A stenographer’s simple smile and a desk clerk’s charm lift spirits, showing how one cordial gesture can turn a dreary stay into warmth. The piece celebrates everyday empathy and the long reach of a friendly greeting.
Diary of a Fashion Model ADAME Seeks Fresh Spring Frock
A new client yesterday sought a luncheon suitable frock under a coat. Madame recommends a fresh in between season piece to suit a tea dance, while Miss Lockett agrees spring looks are overdue and outfits should feel new and light.
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Adame
Yeesterday
Madame
Miss Lockett
Horoscope Forecast Promises Prosperity and Growth
Tomorrow offers a busy day of success and progress guided by Jupiter in favorable aspect with Sol and Venus. Growth in business finances and social ties is expected, with benefits from friends and those in high places. People born today may see a year of advancement and pleasant affiliations across life.
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Jupiter
Venus
Calorie basics and diet balance in a historic health column
The article explains calories as heat units, compares fat protein and carbohydrates, and gives sample food contents. It notes daily 2600 calories for men, suggests reducing coffee and increasing milk, and previews next discussion on vitamins and diet balance.
Health questions page from 1922 by Dr Copeland
Readers send medical questions on back pain and persistent cough. Answers suggest rheumatism neuritis or muscle strain and a reflex cough from nasal issues or elongated uvula. Dr Copeland invites inquiries with self addressed stamped envelopes for personal replies.
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Copeland
R. 8
Tne
Famous Wits of History Sayings Collected by Mark Stuyvesant
Sugent Field collected curiosities and humorous items, storing grotesque bottles, funny song titles, bells that wagged tongues, and autographs from Dickens. His greatest buy was Gladstone’s forest axe. In London he teased friends with a hundred dollar loan and a parade of gifts arriving for his family.
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Mark Stuyvesant
Sugent Field
Field
London
Dickens
Gladstone
Forest
Hawarden
Home making helps save money with small daily acts
A household advice piece on frugal living stresses systematic small savings. It cites a war-savings example, banked pennies, and dedicated envelopes for bills. It urges budgeting, self-made clothing, thrift in laundry and food, and creative earns like catering and nursing. It ends with a light note on humor and family gratitude.
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Pshere
David Visits Water Land With Squeedee
David sits on the shore dreaming of life under the sea when Squeedee appears. They ride sea horses to Billy Lobster’s home and learn how the lobster’s two claws differ in purpose, one anchoring and the other tearing food, before returning to shore.
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David
Billy
Lebster
Red David
Mathae
Billy Lobster
Vinta
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