Return of Jean Charteris and Rosine on Memorial Day
In a small town on Decoration Day, Jean Charteris tends a grave and helps Rosine, the child she believes is hers. A sudden revelation follows as a tough stranger confirms Jean may be the child’s mother, and the couple reconcile after a shared pasts and a newly found fortune.
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Jean Charteris
Kat
Houme
Biss Charteris
Tim Steret
Gillishis
Semineus
Jerkite
Rosinet
Miss Charteris
Chilton
Jean
Billie
Casity
Little One
Rosine
Rosine Raymond
Rose
Will Clement
Hopiad
Ehaner
Father
Resine
Trush
Rosé
Glownfall of Frank Thornhandsome Veteran on State Street
A drenched Chicago street scene recalls Frank Thornhandsome, a veteran of the Union Army, fallen into poverty after a life of service. Once brave and jovial, he endured loss of wife and child, combat wounds of neglect, and drunken decline, ending in rain and ragged despair as onlookers passed by.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Street
Tim
Grande Army of the Republic
Southland
Frank Thorn
Willie
Burg
Alexandria
Frank
Topen
Chicago Record-Herald
German shopkeepers in Jerome K Jerome piece
In this humorous segment Jerome K Jerome describes German shopkeepers as calm in confrontation. An American woman visits Munich and criticizes the stock while the shopkeeper quietly shelves items, retreats to a back room, and smokes while reading the paper. He does not argue or contradict, preferring customers to reflect on whether they want the goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerome K. Jerome
Mit Minis
Germany
Munich
Losdon
New York
The Child and Teevie Faith and Watchmaking History
A child Margaret prays for her dog Teevie named Stephen and learns faith endures after weeks. a mother guides patience. The piece notes watchmaking's late recognition of women apprentices and gradual progress in the craft.
Memorial to Gastronomists in Paris Markets
Paris plans a monument commemorating French culinary glories to stand at the city markets. A committee led by a noted restaurateur will erect a fountain adorned with medallions of famed food authorities such as Carême Brillat-Savarin and Grimard de la Reynière. Sculptured figures of traders will encircle the memorial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Paris
Careme
Brial-Savarin
Grimad de la Reyniere
London Telegraph
No Responsibility Rests on College Presidents
President Woodrow Wilson of Princeton faced heavy duty as he sought to explain a committee’s actions to students. He asked the college daily to publish his communication, which carried a bold note that the paper would publish signed letters but not be responsible for their sentiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Champion Hills
Willie
Woodrow Wilson
Princeton
Positively Brutal Cake Proof of Devotion
A brief excerpt presents a playful exchange where a character notes the other’s love by baking a cake. The reply teases the depth of devotion, promising undisputed proof if the cake is eaten alone, highlighting interpersonal affection in a light, humorous tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wifi
Doan's Kidney Pills Public Endorsements
A reader letter series extols Doan's Kidney Pills, claiming relief from back pain, urinary issues, nocturnal urination, and general aches. Mrs E T Gary of 914 W Lakes Street reports improved sleep and daily function after use, praising the product and urging others to try the free medical advice offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan
Doan
Bere
ET. Gary
W. Laks Street
Speech at Washington banquet shows General Young’s wit
At a Washington dinner Major General S. B. M. Young improvised a prepared speech after an unplanned intro, eliciting laughter as he explained being caught in a cul de sac and presenting his remarks in advance. The event, plus several clipped items on stonelike relics and ads, reflects a chaotic newspaper page from the era.
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Washington, D. C
S. B. M. Young
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Stephen
Teevie
God
Pearson
E. J. Britten
Wittel
Riley
Main Street
Foreman Amerivss
Dean
Foever
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Togee
Lousville Courier Journal
Missouri
Little Republic
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Ce Br
Magne
Enstisn
George Sanger
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Menay
S.ae
Ian‘t
Hall
Air FE
Prem Lke
Ares Sk Ot
Allen
Lampie
Allen S. Olmsted
LeRoy
N.Y
Lawrence Drug Co
Des Moines
Thos. Tolbins
Maple Street
Norw
Charles M Sheldon
Topeka
Club of Silence
Montana
Jaele Biontes
Kansas
Indian Territory
Texas
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Katy
Great Southwest
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St Louis
Iowa
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Uss June
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Ihearth
Ani Wihout
Bortron
Les
E. Z
FL R. McCarthy
Jefferson
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Children’s Home
Olmsted
TheRoy
St. Jacobs Oil
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