Rise of American Gospel Song and Its Creators
The article traces American gospel song from its early roots to modern masters. It highlights Sankey, McGranahan, Bliss, and Crosby, then shifts to current leaders like George CO. Stebbins, D. B. Towner, Charles H. Gabriel, BE Excell, and Peter Bilhorn, noting their impact on hymnody worldwide and their teaching, composing, and performing careers.
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Miriam
America
England
Irue
Sankey
Hoaratius Bonar
Tennyson
Bonar
James McGranahan
P. P. Bliss
Maj. Whittle
McGranahan
Scotland
Christ
Bliss
George CO. Stebbins
Mrr
Stebbins
Fanny J. Crosby
D. B. Towner
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago
Whch
Towner
Charles H. Gabriel
Gabriel
O. Excell
Peter B. Bilhorn
Jesus
Boy of twelve best pickpocket in Pittsburg court case
Twelve year old George Capps, famed as a prodigy in criminology, was bound over to the juvenile court after authorities tracked a mysterious pickpocket. A former Newsboys' home resident and pupil of the notorious yegg John Anderson, he shocked officials with a head like a mature man and thefts of a benefactor while she pleaded for his mercy.
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Bertllf
Notoerious
Yegg
Pittsburg
George Capps
John Anderson
School of Criminals
Allegheny
George
Anderson
George Cupps
Kirby
Seeden Strickler
Linden
Woman wakes after 87 days of sleep in Los Angeles
Beulah Hawking awoke in a county hospital after 87 days in sleep. She recalled past events, described limited awareness and paralysis during the trance, and spoke of fear to sleep again while noting a large man visited recently and a nurse aided her awakening.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Beulah Hawking
Medical Association
Miss Fisher
Violence on the Rise in Early 1900s Statistics
A historical statistic review notes rising violence among people from 1902 to 1906. It records 6.1 percent ending by violence in 1902, 75 percent in 1906, with an average of 6.6 percent for 1901 to 1905. The figures highlight a sharp increase over the period.
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Cengus
Girl risks life for fiancé in James River escape tale
Richmond report details 17 year old Miss Ollie Montgomery hiding fugitive A G Butler for three weeks. She ferried him meals after dark, then braved James River rapids in an open boat to reach Boyd's Island and forced his surrender so they could wed. Justice Crutchfield pardoned Butler, urging marriage prayers.
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Richmond
Ollie
Montgomery
A. G. Butler
Justice
James River
Butler
Justice Crut
Beans Grew in Nose in New Hampshire Child
Dr George Wilkins operated on two year old Raymond Martin of South Dunbarton to remove two yellow eyed beans lodged in his nose two months earlier. The sprouts grew over half an inch, and the child endured severe discomfort during the episode while at play.
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Manchester
N. H
George ©. Wilkins
Raymond
Herbert Martin
South Dunbarton
Exercises for Health and the fight against corset impact
The article argues corsets and tight lacing cause abdominal displacement and poor digestion. It prescribes natural means including targeted standing and kneeling exercises to stimulate digestion, promote abdominal muscular activity, and absorption, detailing hand strikes, abdominal pressure, and arm stretches led by Harriet Coates.
Parisian Model Hat with Lace Crown and Roses
A Parisian model showcases a white paille de riz hat featuring a high crown covered in plaited lace and three large tea roses on one side, presenting a refined, feminine silhouette.
England Weather Sparks Rubber Overshoe Reluctance
Rainy England sees a persistent reluctance among both men to wear rubber overshoes. Despite the wet season, the habit of boot protection remains unadjusted, with observers noting a stubborn fashion or comfort preference influencing practical response to rain.
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England
Proper Coffee Service At The Hostess Table
The guide explains placing the coffee pot and tea kettle on the tray at the foot of the table before the hostess. The tea kettle sits at the head of the plate with the coffee pot on the right. Fill the pot, light the burner, and serve coffee black with cream and whipped cream.
Cretonne Parasols For Morning Wear Fashion Note
Cretonne remains popular this season for evening coats vests and d ap plique and cretonne parasols are now prescribed for morning wear. Designs should be small with a heavy cotton fringe around the border. The handle should be plain wood while more elaborate sticks suit dressier parasols.
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