Aunt Bettie’s Hillsboro Tea Party Spoiled by Mrs Carter’s Visitor
In a lively Hillsharo tea scene Aunt Bettie maneuvers social matchmaking amid Aunt Adeline and Miss Chester as Mrs Carter’s guest stirs talk of Alfred Bennet in Paris. The narrator recalls awkward charm, witty remarks, and a jarred gathering as plans unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amy Sear
Gherionne
Chester
Br. John
Bettie
Miss Chester
Adeline
Alfred
Washington
Hillshars
Andy
Wistaria
Hettor
Adeline Wowlda
Mrs. Johnson
Jealousy and longing amid a Hillsboro memory
The narrator recalls a troubling scene of jealousy and heartbreak shared with a beloved in Hillsboro Tennessee and Paris France. He confronts his emotions, tears, and a desire to forget the moment as he travels by train, ending with a resolve to move forward while reflecting on love and loyalty.
The Melting of Molly at the Corset Store
A first person diary style scene reveals a narrator indulging in a corset fitting and fashion fantasy. She describes meetings with saleswomen and designers, the lure of a trousseau, and the moral conflict between loyalty and desire as she contemplates purchasing a lavish wardrobe and the social signals it conveys.
Love and Laughters in Hillsboro Memoir Scene
A vivid, intimate reminiscence follows Molly and Billy as a fateful day blends errands, flirtation, and a hinted engagement. The narrator recalls a cemetery stones discussion, a surprised judge, and a secretive romance filled with longing, propriety, and playful mischief.
Beauty at the Back of the Neck in Women
A cautionary piece on grooming focusing on the back of the head and nape. It urges women to ensure hair is tied high or styled, noting that neglected neck hair and stray wisps betray age and neglect. Emphasizes tidy collar, button, and hair management for lasting beauty.
Honor for Bridgeport native at Pennsylvanias commencement
Former Bridgeporter Edward R Keller receives honorary degree from the University of Pennsylvania amid a June 18 commencement. About 858 degrees awarded as Penn alumni celebrate class day with ceremonies, tablet unveilings, and a Franklin statue project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Pennsylvania
Edward R Keller
Metropolitan Opera House
Howard P Cherney
Eagar F. Smith
Sonorary Dearers
Henry Spackman Pancoast
Emory Hichard Johnson
Wilmer Stone
Paul Philippe Cret
Edward Vincent d'Invilliers
Edward Tyson Reichert
Henry Pomeroy Davison
George Morris Philips
George ‘Washington Goethals
Davidson
Bridgeport_ er
Morgan
Bridgeport
University
Franklin
Clarence G. Mayne
Penn
College, Wharton and Scientific Schools
Theodore F. Dillon
Frank M. Bremser
D. Carlton Brown
Shelton Hale
Karl M. Lyons
Lemuel B. Schofield
Chester A. Minis
Louis ©. Madeira
George Lippincott
Frederick B. Pritchett
Houston
Amazon
W. Farabes
Para
Brazil
Farabee
Athletic badges set for public school boys and girls tests
The Playground and Recreation Association of America prepared three bronze athletic badges for boys meeting standards set by the committee. Harvey C. Went invited seventh grade boys to attempt three events at Seaside Park. About forty boys have done pull ups in recent days. Records from trials include standing broad jump and 150 yard dash with scores from Prospect, City Normal, Washington, Bernum, Lincoln, Slack Rock schools and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ana
Sammis
City Normal
Clark
Pious
Wacetefr
the Recreation Association
Eccomd
Mr. Wents
Playground and Recreation Association of America
Harvey C. Went
Seaside Park
Prospect School
Wrey
Oity Normal
Lemmis
Washington School
Lark
Wiemer
Bernum
Local social notes and a doctor’s pneumonia recovery
Misses Bleio Atwater Mary Lampman Hiszel Lampman Ethel Joy and Martha Van Horn chaperoned by Dre traveled to New Haven Thursday evening and returned via Savin Rock where they had a shore dinner. Friends learn Dr. C. Hoyt of 1288 State Street is recovering from a threatened pneumonia after a week at home. he sat up today and his family and nurses expect a speedy recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy
Hillsboro
Waile
Mr. Carter
Molly
Wife Quick
Judge Wede
Meson
Drew
Ile
Mols
Dr. John
Mr. Brolly
Bleio Atwater
Mary Lampman
Hiszel Lampman
Ethel Joy
Martha van Horn
Dre
Atwaster
New Haven
War of Savin Rock
C. C. Hoyt
State Street
Remarkable relief claims for Lydia E. Pinkham remedies
Two letters from women recount dramatic improvements after using Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Pills and other compounds. One writer from Zanesville Ohio reports elimination of female troubles and renewed strength after five doses. The other from Danville Virginia says ten dollars spent brought relief from bearing down pains and better sleep, crediting the medicine’s effect.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Roy Smiths
R. No
Box
Zanesville
Ohio
Danville
Marrion Street
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Trousses
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Wey
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Poli Players
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Wenn
She Eytio Theatre
Eleanor Cleveland
Robert Conness
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Pathe
Newfield Park
Sandaye
Holyoke
Bridgeport Jure
Holyokeva Bridgeport
New London
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MAN ST. Security
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George P. Rand
G. P. Rand & Co
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Post Office
W. D. Cook
Water Street
M. J. Maloney
Laape
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56Th Street
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New York City
Central Park
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Women's Oxfords & Pumpsi
W. K. Mollan
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Mattar
Gladstone Narragansett Pier
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Hawley, Wilmot & Reynolds
St. Sages
Wm. Lisbermy
Soah
John F. Gallagher
Margaret
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Roubee & Roueres
M. J. Gannow
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