Mysterious San Francisco Mission Ends In Murder
Giles Dudley sails to aid Henry Wilton on a secret errand that ends in Wilton's murder. Dudley assumes Wilton's identity to track the unknown boy and uncovers a plot involving Knapp, Decker, and Terrill. Mrs. Knapp reveals herself as the protector of the boy as they race by boat and train to Livermore while a pursuing gang closes in and a final confrontation looms.
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Giles Duding
San Francisco
Henry Wilton
Aoiey
Dudley
Wilton
Sanrancisco
Henry Iton
Wilon
Knapp
Giles Dudley
Mother Barton
Im Terril
Darby Meeker
Uetta
Chinatown
Terrill
Imetla
Giles
Timrril
Carson
Luella
Stock Exchange
Crown Diamond
Omega
Decker
Dudly
Luella Knapp
Borton
Livermore
Darby Mesker
Tim Ri
Tim Terrill
Udley
Lehetr
Doddridge Knapp
Mother Borton
Mr. Dudley
Mrs. Knapp
Henry Wiltin
Kat
Mr. Knapp
Henry
The Chase In the Storm Opens A Mysterious Note
On Montgomery street in a rainy night, Wilton receives a note from the Unknown. Trembling, he reads the eyalade inscription and feels a surge of fatigue and resolve. The storm rages as the chase begins with an enigmatic message guiding him onward.
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Trent
Owens
Carson
Central Station
Montgomery Strees
California Street
Merchants’ Exchange
Neo Longup
Vlera
Montgomery Street
Mr. Wilton
Decorations for the Table and Lighting Shades
Harper's Bazar notes that table candlesticks may be silver, cut glass, Bohemian glass, or brass with simpler designs often the most graceful. It highlights Bohemian and cut glass shapes, cheaper glass options, color changing shades, silk rose petal shades, bead fringe risks, hand painted shades, and that empire shapes are popular though less graceful than flaring designs.
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Harper’s Bazar
Belt Sashes Replace Buckles In Fashion Trend
Describes belt pins replaced by adjustables, ribbon and satin sashes with gold or silver tassels. Notes beaded chains give way to tied ribbons and pendants, creating a floating feminine effect. Bayaderes may accompany tailor made suits to soften stiffness.
New Color Trends Mention Apricot Lavender and Blues
The text surveys emerging color trends for evening wear. It notes apricot as a leading tint, warns on combining lavender and blues, and references old rose old blue and old mauve as preferred prefixes. It lists imperial dull blue Russian blue paper blue and introduces Wistarla and paput choue as new color names.
How to Keep Violets from Harper's Bazar
The article offers a practical method for preserving violets for five days. It suggests wearing them, sprinkling with very cold water on entering the house, and letting water flow over the stems. It advises saturating oiled paper with cold water, winding it around the stems, and placing a sprinkled piece over the ton of the violets before returning them to the box. The violets are kept on the sill outside the window.
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Harper’s Bazar
The Slashed Coat Narrow Hem Spurs Paris Walking
A newspaper note explains new coats with narrow hems require side slashes for walking. It says American women would need to learn the Paris style sidestep called walking if openings were not added.
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Paris
Dusky Blue Debuts in Sandstone Suede and Plume Lines
A new shade called dunky blue is drawing designers into conversations across fabrics. It appears in Wousseline, suede, cloth, and plume textures, signaling a versatile color option for upcoming seasons.
300 Shades of Cloth Color Range Showcases Vast Dyes
A local cloth dealer touts an unprecedented offer, claiming shops can sell 300 colors in a single fabric this year. The claim highlights the textile industry's wide dye variety and consumer choice, signaling vibrant options for shoppers.
Camphor as a Household Helper and Remedy
Aware readers learn camphor’s value beyond moth deterrent its cleaning and medicinal uses. It can remove stubborn mirror stains rub camphor spirits on windows and retain insects. Taken prudently camphor eases sneezing and nausea but may harm some individuals or weaken the heart with excessive use.
Tailored suit details headline fashion summary
A fashion note describes a navy blue tailored suit with black soutache braid at the neck and cuffs. The ensemble features a narrow braid on a vest and body, a close-fitting skirt, and refined lines emphasizing simplicity and modern fit.
Hat styles gain favor with women in velvet and silk
Readers note a shift in hat fashion as women embrace a middle ground style featuring velvet drape with silk trims and a mix of green violet and black hues. The trend blends traditional and contemporary elements for a refined wardrobe update.
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