Measles Plot Delays Child From School Opening
A Providence girl Mary Elizabeth schemes to catch measles from Anna May to miss the first days of school. Visits, ice cream, and dainty treats ensue as the plan unfolds, yet Mary Elizabeth remains healthy while her mother develops the illness. The doctor confirms the mother’s rash and fever, and Mary Elizabeth finally waves to classmates on the first day from home.
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Anna May
Mary Elizabeth
Ette
Dell
Antoinette
The Snow Bird Sings For Your Scrap Book
Two sisters observe a snow bird singing chick-a-dee-dee. Emily asks their mother to clothe the bird with stockings and a hat, while the mother replies that someone unseen has already clothed them both, and they feel happy as they watch the bird fly away.
Jill and Jack Pick New Records in Snowbound Mood
A 1920 comedy features Jill and Jack choosing records for their phonograph amid a blizzard. The couple debates classical versus lighter tunes, strained by a cold home and dull meals, until a jazz surprise restores warmth and Jill’s smile.
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Jill
Jack
Phonography
Greggs
Gregs
Wagner
Cooks Golden Rules for Kitchen Tasks and Dyes
Household hints advise paraffin on pen threads to stop leaks. For dyeing, dissolve white soap in dye bath before using garments, then rinse in cold water. Tips cover stiffening chairs with soapy water, sour milk doughnuts, and sour milk baking rules. Shared by Mrs. Hazel Atwood of Rockland Maine.
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Hazel Atwood
Rockland
The Woman Who Used Her Eyes Finds Easy Profit in Auctions
In a small city a nameless woman profits from auctioning crowds of bidders. She notes which women bid on furniture, compiles a prospect list, and earns commissions from furniture stores when those bids lead to sales. Since her first $12 commission, she has received larger checks, turning auction room browsing into a profitable spare-time activity.
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M&m
Ann Whitson and Grace Cameron in a Love Triangle
Ann Whitson a young city worker and Grace Cameron confront each other over Kenneth Halsey in a tense melodrama of wealth desire and romantic entanglements. As Grace battles for luxury and status Ann warns of mounting conflicts while Jimmy Callahan, Jerry Hathaway and Harry Simington figure in as echoes of past loyalties. The scene ends with Grace declaring her will to pursue Ken regardless of consequences, promising a continuation tomorrow.
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Ann Whitson
Grace Cameron
Kenneth Halsey
Ann
Jimmy Callahan
Per- Geen
Jimmy
Jerry Hathaway
Jerry
Mamie Riley
Mr. Halsey
Grace
Bob Whitson
Jimmie
Mamie
Kenneth
Harry
Ken
Harry Simington
Ken Halsey
Dad
Hal Simington
Daily
Sunday Post
Promises and the Choice to Remarry After Loss
A reader asks if a widow should keep a prior vow not to remarry. Letters from readers and the Sewing Circle advise that happiness matters, spirit of the promise matters, and breaking a vow may be justified to honor love and future joy. Different voices urge considering personal happiness and the late husband’s wishes.
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Sewing Circle
Mickey
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Pauline Alexander
Brownell Street
Providence, R. I
Hill—McShorte
Hulls
Chandler & CO
Tremont Street
Serge
Tricotine
Poiret Twill
Feta
Taffeta
Jersey
Navy
Brown
Coven
Oxford
Luywva Muhe
T. T
F. C. Woodworth
Emily
O Jill
Vivian Vane
Thompson Feature Service
Jil
Chopin
Rose
Public Ledger Co
Lucy A. Sparks
Fairmount Street
Norwich
Fler
Flis
Idah M’glone Gibson
National Newspaper Service
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