Ouida and scandalous trust in Florence love affairs
A long mixed column recounts events from Albany to London including Ouida the author born as Louise de la Ramée in Florence. It notes her villa life near Florence, her early earnings from English magazines, and a romance with the Marquis di Stufa that ended in betrayal and literary revenge. It also touches on crime and political controversy over slavery, executions, and press liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luise de la Rame
Florence
Ouida
Sbe
Marquis di Stufa
Joe Marquis
Denomination Question Sparks Confusion at Sermon
A preacher asks a couple if their infant is a boy or a girl, insisting on clarifying the child's denomination. The father and mother hesitate, puzzled by the term, while the minister harshly presses for a simple sex category.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chile
Weil
A Word of Friendly Advice
Atestive Soot entertains a friend in his London home and in the small hours orders a cab for the guest. He speaks urgently about fear of the big man, telling the butler to take the first taxi and dismiss the others as they wait outside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The Sacred Father’s Love in Home and Heaven
The essay explores earthly father son bonds and heavenly father child relations. It honors unreserved affection, mutual warmth, and spiritual companionship through Christ, urging mature readers to seek the heavenly Father’s love and the joys of his house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Christ
Green Ball Dresses Reveal Greek Inspired Silk Gowns
The latest full dress costumes favor Greek inspired designs with hidden waists and soft clingy materials. Peach Nagpore silk with fawn silk scarf and Japanese gold embroidery, ciel blue crepe de chine with marguerites, and white mousseline with forget me not motifs lead the season. Hair in a low nape roll, high front, sandals in dress color, long gloves, and feather fan complete the look.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mons
N. Y
Escaped Prisoner Recaptured After Bold Ontario Breakout
William Ross, detained on theft charges involving D. O Connor's furs, escaped from a Toronto police van after slipping his hand from a brace. Constable Veitch fired three shots. a fourth misfired as Ross fled toward the Don after crossing into Cornwall and Oak streets. He was eventually recaptured on Oak Street following a tense pursuit.
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Toronto
William Ross
Tria
D. O Connor
Stephen Nagle
Rose
Jst
P. C. Veitch
Veitch
Oak Streets
Oak Street
Aud
Emma Mershon Gains Noted Attention At Nice Concert Debut
A prominent American figure, Emma Mershon, has stirred interest in Nice with remarks about beekeeping and swarms. She is set to debut at a concert this month, drawing attention for her remarkable voice.
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Emma Mershon
Nice
The Toilet of Deate At The Guillotine Scene
A detailed account describes a condemned prisoner’s execution by guillotine. The warden announces a rejected pardon then the prisoner dresses, is tied, and led to the toilet room. The process includes collar removal, binding cords, and a fall of the knife. The body is transported to Ivey Cemetery for burial, sometimes without a name on the headstone.
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Ivey
Faculty of Medicine
Aida
Greenland's Inner Plateau Dwarfs Known Peaks
Reports from Dy. Nansen and Sverdrup detail an immense inland Greenland plateau traversed at altitudes over 9000 feet. They traveled 150 to 200 miles inland, noting a vast snow covered expanse that feeds Greenland's ice cap and makes it a major iceberg producer. Future explorers may reveal whether inner Greenland is an inland sea or archipelago.
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Dy. Nansen
Greenland
Napeen
Sverdrup
Ivigtut
Inner
Thibet
Mount Washington
Nordenskiold
Naneen
Weet
Mr. Peary
Dr. Hayes
Catekill
Ed Ir
Dr. Nonsen
Future Millions in Australia Exceeding Faith in Growth
The piece surveys Australian optimism as centenary celebrations mark their colonies and project 100 million people on the continent within a hundred years. It contrasts buoyant Australian hopes with domestic anxieties, noting the continent’s vast resources and the fusion of English, Scottish, and Irish lineage in a rising nation.
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Australia
England
Scotland
Wales
Continent Size Compared by The Contemporary Review
The Contemporary Review states the Australian continent covers about 2,94400 square miles, roughly thirty three times the size of a reference area.
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The
Contemporary Review
London Built Organ for Sydney at Great Cost
The organ in the world is being built in London for Sydney with an estimated price of about $75,000. A Rome opera by Greek composer Spire Samal featured Miss Helen Hastreiter in a dazzling but flawed performance.
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London
Sydney
Helen Hastreiter
Rome
Spire Samal
Seta
Slavery Abolition in Brazil Brings Early Chaos in Maranham
A British vice consul report on Maranham notes freed slaves refuse steady work, causing disorder on plantations. Planters despair over crops as the transition from slavery proves difficult, with long-term social adaptation required for productivity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brasil
Airlie
Maranham
Lord Stanley Addresses Toronto Board Banquet Audience
In reply to the toast, Lord Stanley delivers a broad address on cooperation, commerce, and Dominion unity. He praises business associations, urges duty and public service, and envisions Dominion growth through trade, unity, and responsible leadership. He cites Canada’s progress and the value of organ ized collaboration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Stanley
Dominion
Toroto Board of Trade
Daniel
Lion's den
Board of Trade
Official Board of Trade of England
England
Chamber of Commerce
Hector Langevin
Blake
Ite
Canada
Lord Dufferin
Winnipeg
North Weert
Dominior
Atlantic
Pacific
Diagnostic Debate Reveals Angina Pectoris With Atrophy
A clinical exchange shows a young doctor declaring angina pectoris with muscular atrophy while an older physician admonishes hesitation as part of professional practice. The discussion highlights training and confidence in diagnosing complex cardiac-muscular conditions.
Poetry and Truth Young Man Exchange
A brief dialogue shows an editor and a young man discussing returning a poem. The editor notes the work is marked Anonymous and promises to return it if not accepted.
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Panama Canal
United States
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Oronto
English East Africa Company
Zanzibar
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Pohlman
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DEATE
New York Tribune
Charles Wesley
Faber
Detroit
Victoria
B. C
Saakim
Aguin
France
London Spectator
Boulanger
Germany
Lord Salisbury
Suakima
Edward E. Hale
Bewson
Boston
Congressional
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United
Washington
New York State
Kawi
Edward Camden
Norfolk and Western
Norfolk
Toronto Board of Trade
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