Main Street Synopsis of Carol Milford in Washington Life
Carol Milford, an orphan and college graduate, relocates from Minnesota to Washington. She shifts from small-town dreams to city office work at the War Risk Bureau, encountering a world of clerks, suffrage activism, and social circles. She bonds with Madison-like colleagues, navigates marriage to Dr Kennicott, and finds a life between Main Street values and urban modernity.
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Carol Milford
Ant
Mankato
Mays
Minnesota
Carol
Oth
Georgia
St. Paul Lbrary
Weathern
Dr. Kennicott
Nicenpscott
Carel
Carola
Bureau of War Risk Insurance
Germany
Washington
Paris
Bangkok
Madrid
Bessie
Jolly Seventeen
Kennicott
Gopher Prairie
Sixteenth Street
Massachusetts Avenue
Hugh
New Hampshire Avenue
Tincomb Methodist Church
Vida Sherwin
Tiacomb
California
Main Street
Gopher Prairies
Epworth League
New York
London
Americans Granted Dig Permits at Colophon Site
Washington reports that the United States granted permits for excavation at the ancient city of Colophon in Asia Minor, as Edward Capps, former American resident to Greece and notable for classical studies, announced. The formal approval follows a long period of discussion within the academic and archaeological communities.
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Gree
Permeen
Colophon
Asia Minor
Edward Capps
Greece
Eleuman
Pat Miers
Peay Society
Saab
Roger Masena
Fine
Avi
Hans and University
Capps
Fashion's Forecast by Annabel Worthington
Fashion note for young girls describes a smart school outfit with a peplum blouse and plaited skirt in sizes 6 to 14. Size 8 needs 2 3 8 yards 32 inch material plus 1 yard 18 inch contrasting fabric, price 14 cents. Pattern available by mail for 15 cents from Bridgeport Telegram Pattern Department.
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Pattern Department
Bridgeport Telegram
Barnum 6100
Connecticut Eagles Hold Convention Feb 11
Representatives from 20 lodges of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Connecticut will meet in New Haven on Saturday afternoon to act on four propositions to memorialize Congress to consider a bill establishing old age pensions. The state meeting follows a last August vote by the grand lodge in favor of pensions.
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New Haven
Nerses
Order of Eagles
Connecticut
Congress
Grand Aerle
Coffee Grinding Step Improves Flavor Through Resting
The text describes letting coffee berries rest a few minutes before grinding to allow heat and color changes to deepen brew quality. This process aims to enhance flavor by producing a deeper shade of brewed coffee through a brief resting period.
My Marriage Problems in Sag Harbor
Adele Garrison's tale follows Elizabeth Graham visiting Sag Harbor with her sister-in-law Lillian and four children. A tense breakfast, meddling mother-in-law, and Dr Pettit hinder plans while editor Dr. Pettit bristles at inquiries about Claire Foster. Elizabeth worries about outcomes as tension rises.
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Lillian
Elizabeth
Erin-Law
Thava
Suizabeth
Tallian
Jay
Madge
Jane Mother Graham
Tim
Iit
Sag Harbor
Dr. Pettit
Tillian
Claire Foster
Dear Annie Laur Advising on marriage and health fears
A twenty year old engaged woman seeks guidance as her mother objects to the marriage due to tuberculosis risk in the fiancé's family. Annie Laur suggests addressing the mother's concerns with a doctor’s assessment for the fiancé, then sharing the results with all to ease worry without harming anyone. A separate 16 year old asks about kissing. the response forbids kissing unless engaged, arguing it protects reputation and earns respect from both the fiancé and friends.
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Clarks
Texas
Michigan
Washington
Main Street
Guy
Pollock
Caroy
Navy
Carol
Carrol
Chesapeake Canal
American Federation of Labor
Caro
Hugh
Gopher Prairie
Wannicott
Thennicots
Gopher Prab
Sam Clarks
Kennrcgh
Army
Kennicol
Insland
Sam
Lke
Kennecott
Annie Laur
Doris
Dorip
Fire damages at A Macsata dry goods store reported
A fire yesterday morning caused $300 damage at A Macsata's dry goods store at 356 Ping Street when overheated towers near an overtaxed stove ignited while the proprietor was away. A short circuit near an automobile at 301 West Avenue started a small blaze causing $25 damage to cushions.
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A. Macsata
Dry Goode
Ping Street
Thomas Farrell
Weat Avenue
One Man Judge Named for Pretty Girl Contest
In Fairfield on Tuesday February 7 Adjutant Moran of the Legion informs the writer that he will serve as the One Man judge for the Legion home event Thursday night under the banner When a feller needs friend. The narrative notes social figures including Yale alumni, local businessmen and residents, with scenes of shoppers, milliners, and a lively street portrait surrounding the upcoming event.
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Main and
Fairfield
Tues
Adjutant Moran
The
Legion
W. Smith
Smith and Bege
Yale
University Club
Sob Probert
Vincent Whitney
Will Oxygen Run Out In The Air?
Hereward Carrington muses on fears of oxygen depletion and human extinction. He notes atmospheric stability over geologic time, then discusses electrolysis of ocean water as a potential way to augment oxygen, implying no immediate crisis but considering future possibilities.
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Braham
Dusty’ Rhodes
Stratford
E. J. Huber
The
Postal
George Nothnagle
Meintrre
Lake
Ridewauer
Dinty Moore
Nothingle
Palm Beach
Hereward Carrington
Han
Toros
Y Earth
Blue Law Again Used Against Merchants
Syracuse authorities pursue shopkeepers selling traceries and other merchandise on Sundays as affidavits flood the docket. Public Safety Commissioner Spence ordered the probe, with county district attorney Meipass to review hundreds of affidavits alleging Sunday law violations. Meanwhile John Quigies of 242 Arctic Street lost his middle finger in a meat cutting machine at Cudahy Packing on Water Street, suffering amputation and severe injury to his index finger. He was admitted to Bridgeport Hospital.
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Syracuse
N.Y
Web
Public Safety
Spence
John Quigies
Arctic Street
Cudahy Packing Company
Water Street
Bridgeport
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Briggs
Yau
Aore
Claudia
Fuld
Sunday Post
Annabel Worthington
Connecticut Eagles
Adele Garrison
Dr. Pettht
Evers
Tno
Annie Laurie
Tam
Tas
Wild Rose
Eminutes
Wn Theee
Willya
Louia B. Powe
Jim Rooney
Mra Hazard Lashay
Nolan
Julius Kohlmaier
Towe and
Kohlmaier
Tailors and Haberdasters
Stratfield Hotel
Gold Street
Julius
Kiwanis Club
John F. ‘Brown
Asi Tant
Shalkes
Sprague
Morris Plan Bank
Aston
Mary
Jis
M.S and R’s
Randolph
Staples
Bill Allen
W. P. Kirk and Company
Lighis
Fred Riche
W. 3. Mills
TW. K
Fay
Brit Horn
Our
Nsuanice
Stport
Mn Res
Meipass
George McManus
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