Her Royal Shyness Princess Alexandra Victoria of Fife
Twenty fifth birthday of Princess Alexandra Victoria Duchess of Fife wife of Prince Arthur of Connaught. once shy and bashful, she has grown confident as mother and royal figure. daughter of Louise Victoria Princess Royal. inherited dukedom and fortune after father’s death in 1912. marriage to Arthur celebrated in 1913. son Arthur born 1914. rumored brides included ex King Manuel of Portugal.
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Alexandra Victoria
Duchess of Fife
Prince Arthur of
Alexandra
Louise Victoria
Princess Royal
Edward VI
Duke of Fife
Princess Alexandra
Prince Arthur
Arthur
Earl of
Fife
Macduff
Manuel
Portugal
Maud
Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Tangier wreck tragedy
In 1911 the liner Delhi wrecked near Tangier. The Duke and Duchess with their daughters were taken ashore by boat that then sank. Alexandra disappeared, but life-belts let the party float to shore though battered. The Duke died weeks later from exposure.
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Delhi
Tangier
Duke
Alexandra
The Tent Caterpillar How To Combat It
The tent caterpillar defoliates trees each spring with rapid growth and heavy feeding on leaves and buds. Control focuses on removing tents by hand or pole brush when caterpillars are inside, then burning collected tents, while avoiding torching trees. R Manter of the Connecticut Agricultural College notes this pest remains abundant in cycles and may decline in coming years. Flowers for Mothers Day John Reck & Son.
Draped Silhouette Skirt With Satin Trim Inspires Home Dressmaking
A Pictorial Review fashion note describes a draped skirt with a pointed tunic and satin binding forming the belt and lace collar outline. It cites yardage for 3 sizes, suggests organdy tunics on lengthwise folds, and endorses mixing fabrics and colors like blue pink white and black for stylish, simple home sewing.
The Vindication of Love and the Lawyer’s Honour
A nostalgic essay laments love’s trials when the beloved favors another. It contrasts devoted suitors with flirts, notes women’s idealization of a heroic partner, and warns old flames hinder new unions. It ends praising lawyers as honorable and capable guardians of wealth.
Miss Libbey Replies to Your Letters Notice
Miss Libbey answers to readers letters in a personal note format. Correct name and address must be provided to ensure response. Initials only, single side of paper, ink preferred. Personal letters cannot be answered. Address Laura Jean Libbey 916 President St Brooklyn NY.
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Miss Libbey
Laura Jean Libbey
President St
Brooklyn, N. Y
Asking Permission to Correspond in a Love Letter Context
A 22 year old man in Colorado seeks guidance on pursuing a romantic correspondence with a woman he loves. He asks how soon to express liking, when to propose wed, and whether to invite to amusements after early meetings. The guidance emphasizes cordial months of correspondence, clear intent, and visiting if allowed, with first showing good credentials.
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Colorado
Marriage license and parental consent questions in Maryland
A 19 year old woman asks if a same day marriage is allowed in Maryland with no parental consent and if a man over 21 can wed the same day license is obtained. The clerk suggests asking the clerk for exact rules and rail fare, and to enclose a stamped, self addressed envelope to the railroad office for fare information.
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A. S
Maryland
Little Benny's Notebook And Fishes And A Nation
A playful domestic scene features Benny and family watching aquarium fish as modern headlines appear. Tennessee Democratic convention in Nashville today and other wartime and railway logistics notes follow, including growing National Guard recruitment in New York, railcar orders from Italian and Canadian firms, and a Secretary of War shipment plan to El Paso.
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Baker
el Paso
Despairing Woman Now Happy Mother at Patoka Ill
Mrs George Stephens of Patoka Illinois reports that after five years of marriage she was told she could not have a child unless operated on for female troubles. Regular use of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound improved her health and she gave birth to a healthy baby girl. She credits the remedy with aiding many women nationwide.
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Patoka
Ill
Lydia E. Pinkham
George Stephens
Bridesmaid Without Best Man and Buffet Luncheon Query
H M asks if having a bridesmaid without a best man is proper and what a buffet luncheon serves. Arrangement is possible though uncommon. Buffet lists small cakes sandwiches olives candy lemonade tiny ice cream forms paper napkins. K C L, a widow with two fortunes, asks for a lawyer to handle her business.
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H. M
A Summery Result To Delight Young Ladies
A tall crowned hat with black lisere and novelty straw band features a crown massed with small pastel blooms. The style proves among the most popular, attracting attention for its refined charm and delicate color palette.
Corners for cooks and baking notes from farmer ads
A kitchen primer features frying roe with crumbs or Indian meal, sponge cake tips, cinnamon rolls on a buttered board, caramel pudding and caramel sauce, baked shad with parsley and lemon, corn batter muffins, and a call to advertise in The Farmer. It preserves a period cooking voice with multiple recipes and practical tips.
Great Convention Draws Club Women to New York
New York May 17. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs plans the largest convention in its history in New York City May 22 to June 8. About 20,000 delegates from every state, Alaska, Japan, England, Hawaii and South America are expected. The Armory of the Seventh Regiment will host sessions, with Mrs. Percy Pennypacker as president. Candidates for office include Mrs. Samuel B. Sneath and Mrs. Josiah Evans Cowles. The program covers art, child welfare, civics, education, literature, public health and more, with a Pedestrian endowment of 110000 announced for federation work.
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New York
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Federation
Alaska
Japan
England
Hawaii
South America
New York City
Jennie June” Croly
Sorosis
Pioneer Woman's Club
Chicago
Philadelphia
Louisville
Denver
Milwaukee
Los Angeles
St. Louis
St. Paul
Boston
Cincinnati
San Francisco
Lexington and
Park Avenues
Percy Pennypacker
Austin
Tex
Samuel B. Sneath
Tiffin
Josiah Evans Cowles
Ohio
Cowles
Lutie EB. Stearns
New York City Federation of Women's Clubs
General Federation
Llewellyn Park
N. J
John Hays
Hammond
William Tod Helmuth
Pioneer Club
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Prison House of Pain and Quiet Lessons in Verse
A compact early poem describes a prison house of pain as a site where beauty and love temper despair. The speaker notes that entering its gloom softens shadows, with Christmas roses and luminous thoughts guiding perception. Florence Barle Coatyn signs the reflective meditation on God near life's darkest corners.
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Florence Barle Coatyn
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R. Manter
Dept. of Entomology, Conn
Agr. College
John Reck & Son
Lelfons
Pictorial Review
Batiste
Pompadour
Indy
Betiste
Laura Jean Libby
Paper Syndicate
Jere Able
Little Benny
Pop
Agen
Eny Kid
Willyum
Hervins
Tennessee
Nashville
National Guard
American Car & Foundry Co
Italan State Railways
Pacific Mail Steamship Co
Inter-Colonial Railway
Canadian Car & Foundry Co
Eastern Car Co
Mrs. Stephens
New England
Uneeda Biscuit
Cents Everywhere National Biscuit Company
Hausey
Cigin
Saan Subst
Otto Ddare
Eanre
Curts Chemical
E. 24Th St
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