Kingfisher Nets Greed Backfires on River Bank
A tale of Kingfisher’s plan to catch fish with a net backfires when a bigger fish escapes the trap. Mrs Robin and Jenny Wren observe and warn that greed catches up with the greedy, while Mr Fish comments on the turn of events. The trio reflects on patience and contentment as the river tale closes.
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Ms. Robin
Jenny Jen
Cady Robin
Mama Robin
Jenny Wren
Mr. Kingfisher
Mrs. Robin
Mr. Fish
Very Newest Street Costumes The Short Jacket Smart
ANNETTE BRADSHAW highlights the fall trend of the short jacket as exceedingly smart. The hip length coats pair with dresses or blouses and skirts, feature color contrasts, bright materials, and chic collars. two models show beige crepe with raspberry braid and a red suede version with fur trim.
Malaria Triumph Through Mosquito Eradication
A historical account notes how malaria killed hundreds in earlier eras, details the role of the anopheles mosquito, and credits drainage, screening, and elimination of breeding sites for progress. It recalls personal illness in childhood and emphasizes community action to prevent transmission and support quinine treatment.
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Michigan
Indiana
Panama Canal
New York City
Ear Ringing in Left Ear Resolves with Head Turn
A reader asks about a ringing sounds in the left ear that stops when turning the head. Answer attributes it to impacted wax or a catarrhal condition and advises seeing an ear specialist for examination and treatment.
Staircase Lady and a Woman's Quiet Observations
A Woman narrates how a charming but intrusive neighbor, the Staircase Lady, ingrains herself into friends' lives through gifts, social access, and favors, until she seems to live in multiple households. The piece weighs social dynamics and quiet manipulation within a circle of acquaintances. It ends with curiosity about the Staircase Lady’s true home and motives, and a plan to watch her climb by using a few modest friends.
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Coventry
Gascony Stiltsmen Caretaker Labor In Gascony
Ancient Gascony duchy hides a curious custom where workers tread stilts ten feet high to avoid swampy ground. Shepherds, farmers, and markets rely on stilts while bosses look up, with stilt racing drawing crowds. Tales claim long feats like 304 miles in 104 hours and Paris to Moscow over 68 days.
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Ascony
France
Gascony
Paris
Moscow
Longest tunnels noted in historic bridge of facts
The passage highlights ape maternal behavior, describes court plaster used by ladies, and compares tunnel lengths. It states the Simplon tunnel in the Swiss Alps is 12 miles and notes an 18 mile Shandaken tunnel in the Catskills for New York’s water system under construction.
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Simplon
Lepeth
Shandaken Range
Catskills
New York
Shandaken
Tomorrow's Horoscope Forecasted Business Turbulence and Caution
Genevieve Kemble predicts troublesome business conditions with risky finances and possible slander or misrepresentation. People with birthdays this day face uncertain yearly outlooks and potential losses from fraud. Children born today may struggle with money matters unless trained, though they fit well in employment for others.
Morning Exercises for Refreshing Beauty by Lucrezia Bori
A fitness based beauty piece argues exercising daily boosts complexion and vitality more than cosmetics. It advises gentle dumbbell routines after a morning bath, breathing and posture tips, and visualizing a spirited, healthy look to motivate ongoing routines.
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Lucrezia
Bori
My Marriage Problems in a New Phase
An unnamed narrator seeks a dangerous drug for a life threatening case. She negotiates hospital rules, asks Mr Brigga to contact Dr Austin, and arranges a prescription via Dr Pettit to save Tom Chester. The exchange unfolds through late night calls and careful cautions.
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Wis
Dr. Mettit
Mr. Cheater
Tom Chester
Dr. Pettit
Mr. Brigga
Bridgehampton
Dr. Austin
Advice to Girls by Annie Laurie Column
A collection of reader questions about engagement, dating, and marriage expectations. Advice covers telling a mother, handling unequal ages and finances, staying honest in relationships, and waiting to marry when unsure. Readers are urged to reserve intimate acts for engaged couples and to consider personal readiness.
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Dr. Copeland
Copeland
R. S. Copeland
Newspaper Feature Service
Tne
Yhoar
Annie Laurie
Mother
Blondie
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Temple “Manning
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Hank
Adele Garrison
Madge
Mr. Briggs
Dee
Hegan
Brigas
Lsten
Southampte
Owlace
Orried
Miss ER
Kiisa
Buddie
Addie
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M. C
Anniy Laurie
Theae Colonna
Miss Laurie
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