Notable Washington Press Figures and Politebanter anecdotes
A collection of sketches mentions John T. Suter as a longtime Washington correspondent and National Press Club president, plus jokes about Rep. Cordell Hull and Sen. Hoke Smith. It highlights Rep. William Kent's vast land holdings near Muir tract and a fried chicken anecdote involving Senator Smith. Speaker Clark and local notables from Bowling Green are also named.
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John T. Suter
Suter
Washington
National Press Club
Capitol
William Kent
California
Congress
Muir Tract
Redwood
Roosevelt
Kent
John Muir
Famous Clock in Bern A Mechanical Show.
A Swiss Bern tower is famed for its clockwork display every hour. A cock crows before the hour, bears parade a Time figure, the hourglass turns, a scepter raises, and a bear bows as the clock strikes.
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Berne
Switzerland
The Doctor's Tale of a Kidnapped Boy and a Telephone Call
Dr Murdock aids in a shocking August kidnapping case. A six year old boy uses a telephone to reach his doctor, guiding police to a house on Burnet Street near Chestnut. A hidden tub in the laundry reveals Eddie Thornton, rescued unharmed as his captors are taken into custody.
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Dr. Murdock
Washington Street
Burnet
Chestnut
Seamn
Evi
Garret
Eddie Thornton
Eddie
Carved Oak Mantel For Old Fashioned House
An oak paneled dining room features a carved mantel with ornate oak and decorations. The coat of arms over the mantel may be omitted or replaced with a pattern suitable for republican ideas if the design is adapted for an American interior.
Through the Eyes of the Humorist
A humorous vignette set as dialogue shows a boy asking what a lawgiver is and a father noting law is never given but sold in small quantities at high prices. Other snippets include a wife reproaching a shabby husband to avoid social shame and a man envying a diamond ring window display.
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Johnny
Papa
Brown leads spring fashion with bold brown palette
May fashion favors brown over other hues with shades like fumee and bois and marrow glace. Browns appear in face cloths for tailored suits while brown taffetas and crepe dominate dressy attire. Suede gloves become the smart staple as whole color outfits gain popularity.
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Havana
Modish girdles and accessories gain popularity
Printed leather waistcoats and half belts are shown. The Japanese girdle bow remains in fashion. Macrame decorates girdles, handbags, and table covers, while wide silk braided girdles in striped designs pair with velvet or serge frocks. Tassels of silk or beads finish the ends.
Effective Neckwear Trends in Early Fashion
The frilly edge is essential in neckwear with guimpes showing heavy hand embroidery. A plaited marine frill with large yellow beads finishes necks well. Low necked, soft styles dominate while high stocks rise. fabrics shift toward organdie, sheer linen, and batiste replacing lace and embroidery.
Short Silk Coat for Wear with Spring Costumes
A light silk short coat complements spring gowns. The loose front fastening uses a cord and tassel for a dressy afternoon look suitable for outdoor wear.
Rice Varieties and Storage Guidelines
The passage lists Carolina rice as the largest and top quality and most expensive, Patna rice as next with small long white grains suited for curries, and Madras rice as the cheapest good for milk puddings. It advises keeping rice in a covered jar to prevent insect infestation.
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Patna
Madras
Secret Place Invites Quiet Natural Wonder
A vivid observer describes warm southern breezes on a tranquil site. Bees hum as lizards dart with keen eyes, embodying the mystic calm and hidden essence of the landscape.
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Cordell Hull
Tennessee
Post Office
Pam
eNor
American Press Association
Cordell Wall
Hoke Smith
Smith
Senator Smith
Georgia
Speaker Clark
Bowling Green
Pike County
Governor Major
Bennett Clark
House of Representatives
Jerry South
House
Caesar
Rhine
Bridgit
Jack
Sid
Cole Darke
Brown
BHOKT
Derkert
Seater
Paestum
Rossiter W. Raymond
Louis Nathan
Vwiaiemores
Byam
Cave
Lovie
Niea
Eeeer
ALBO
Whittemore Bros. & CO
Albany Street
Cambridge
Mass
Fountain
Warren Counties
Wm. V. Hutson & Co
Attica Ind
Attica Shoe Repair Co
Christian Science
The
Attica Christian Science Society
Farmers and Merchants State Bank
J. W. Rhodes
Central Bank
Arthur E. Young
Haller’s Drug Store
Fred S. Purnell
I. E. Schoonover
C. G. Beckett, M. D
Central National Bank
A. M. Sullivan
Crigler & McMahon
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