Women’s Conduct and “Knighthood” Social Codes
A long discussion on a young woman’s rejection of a marriage proposal questions double standards in romantic ethics. It contrasts male and female scrutiny after broken engagements, noting public doubt when a woman asserts she rejected an eligible suitor. The piece also mentions a hurt suitor, described as strong and bearing his misfortune quietly, and ends with an aside about Governor’s Cup Coffee.
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Gard
Peme Wan
Jett
Hera
Atta
Modern view of women and servants in society
An English observer in a London magazine notes that defining a lady servant remains problematic while praising women who blend good manners with helpfulness. The piece, by Blue Hepworth Dixon, surveys changes in social roles, wages, and the growing demand by women for fair pay and recognition.
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London
Felowies
America
Oyster Pie and Oyster Dishes Menu Sequence
A collection of oyster recipes and methods including Oyster Pie with two oyster portions, Pickled Oysters with vinegar spice mix, Creole Oysters with celery onions and crackers, Oysters on Half Shell with lemon slice, and Oyster Short Cake using puff pastry and a creamy oyster filling.
Keely's Fur Display Promises Unmatched Selection and Value
Readers are invited to visit Keely's new fur department on the second floor for an extensive, carefully curated collection. The store touts enduring value amid tight New York markets, with selections ranging from Eastern Mink and Royal Ermine to Peruvian Chinchilla and Hudson Bay Sable. Prices span neckpieces, muffs, coats, and sets, highlighting limited availability and holiday urgency.
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New York
Actress Slaps Officer in Covington Theater Brawl
In Covington Georgia December 10 two people from the Henry F Willett Comedy Company were fined 8 5 78 each in city court for disorderly conduct after a disturbance at The White Capers last night The manager and one actress faced audience objections to a scene similar to The Clanmen a white man pursuing a white woman The marshal intervened behind the scenes and the objectionable scene was dropped before fines were issued
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Covington
Henry F. Willett Comedy Company
White Cappers
Nearo
Adenes
Augusta Named by Committee for 1906 Diocese Convention
Savannah Georgia December 10 At a meeting of the standing committee of the diocese of Georgia the date for the annual Episcopal convention was fixed for February 12 1906 at Augusta. Brunswick committee members were added Rep Wynne of Freder erson and E Bitto of Savannah. An invitation was extended to Bishop Nelson of the Atlant ic Lovens to perform deacon rites in the Georgia diocese until a new bishop is elected. At the Augusta Convention the new bishop of the diocese is elected with parents living at Ashbury Ga. shown in office today.
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Savannah
Cabbage Snakes Found in Dinner Cabbage in Gainesville
Gainesville dispatch reports Mrs. Willa Patterton found five cabbage snakes while preparing dinner. The incident occurred in Gainesville, GK, on December 10 as the family planned cabbage for supper.
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Jaaz
Gainesville
Five
Willa Patterton
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XMAS
Atlanta
Anderson Hardware Co
China Annex
J. M. High CO
Santa Claus
Blua Hepworth Dixon
Manchester
Difcult
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Dr. Lyon
Lye, Qbs
Keely
Rhea
Hudson Bay
Isabella
Sable Fox
Alaska
Keely Company
Pers
Augusta
Nelson
Mattime
Ashbuyn
iGa
John M. Miller Co
Marieta St
Mata
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