Margot Asquith Autobiography Excerpts On Glen and Alfred Lyttelton
Margot Asquith recalls dinners and midnight gatherings at Glen with Laura, Alfred Lyttelton, and other guests. She describes political salons, literary games, and the social climate, noting Laura's concerns about being deemed “fast.” Alfred’s arrival, charm, and moral temperament are praised, contrasted with the intense but affectionate interactions at Glen.
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Margot Asquith
Laura
Godfrey “Webb
Sid
Hawt ‘Horne
de Quibcer
Poe
Beet Harte
Lauryce Oliphant
Artur Balfour
George Curzon
George Yodham
Lionel Tennyson
Lord
Glen
Han
Dresden
Sir Swillam
Lady Harcourt
Spencer Lyttieton
Leura Mer
Alfred
St. Paul's Cathedral
Alfred Lyttelton
Senich
Gharterises
Balfours
ElGeorge Curzon
George Wyndham
Glarre Cust
The
Crawlers
Jack Eane
Harry Paulton
Shoughton
Mark Napier
Doll Tiddells
High Noyes
Tord Lyrangtei
Frey Webb
Faust
Thomas Hill Green
Green
Ed Taura
Syttelion
Gladstone
Neve Han
Quair
Annie Laurie's Column on Love and Reform Dilemmas
Annie Laurie counsels two young women and a concerned reader about a fickle suitor. The column advises firm personal reform before deeper attachment, cautions against shared heartbreak, and urges guarding friendships to avoid ruinous loyalty to a manipulative, bachelor at heart.
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Ion
Home Making Helps by Jeanette Young Norton
Leeks and hope seem to be the guiding terms for home cooks with limited knowledge of cookery. The piece details thrifty steak preparations, including hamburger steak, broiled slices, and a casserole method, with step by step guidance and a personal note from Annie Laurin and Bobby.
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Jeanette Young Norton
Leeks
Pen Picture of Prominent Bridgeporters
Bridgeport portraits highlight two Tamas, Monres, a senior principal of Bridgeport High School and a versatile junior. The piece sketches their character, life at school, home routines, and friendly frictions as locals describe their daily habits and curious mannerisms.
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Bridgeport High School
Women Taller and Heavier Than Mothers Past, Claims Study
Winifred Black notes Prof McKenzie of the University of Pennsylvania cites statistics showing women are taller and heavier than prior generations. The piece muses on evolving body norms, fashion, and possible links to evolution, asking what the change means for society and individuals.
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Bo Pr
Tait McKenze
Univerty of Pennsylvania
McKenzie
Perkence
Curious History of Historical Jokes and Pranks
A fragmented recounting describes how practical jokes and ventriloquism rose in favor during Napoleonic era circles. Figures like Beauvarnais and the Napoleon line are referenced amid scattered anecdotes of breakfast pranks and staged gags.
Fashion's Forecast by Annabel Worthington
A fashion feature highlights a model’s look with a skirted gown and gathered details. The piece notes style cues, price indications, and a rush to order with postpaid options and stamps. It invites readers to subscribe for the latest patterns and delivery dates.
Revelations of a Wife in New Home Plan
Adele Garrison centers on a tense scene about holding the husband and planning to find a home buyer to keep their Maine residence. The dialogue reveals frustration, stubbornness, and tentative strategies as Lilian and her spouse discuss moving and securing their stakes while preserving dignity amid pressure.
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Adele Garrison
Lila
Homer
Mel
Lilian
Maine
Bottes
Novarne
Lillian
Roy
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Reil
Alfred Su
Tsura
Shin Gold
Joe
Tanward Lyttellant
Menoghia
Toreignee
Lfred
Lhia
le Tenpant
Edward Tyuleton
Tania
Oaks
Bady Grey
Tenry
House of Commons
Annie Laurie
Pru
Ben
Eee
Lotharis
Fentiaman
Bobby
Annie Laurin
Prinlalpat
Jim
Moore
Parts
Mm Moore
James. Go Eyvoe
Beisgeroet High Schoo
de Fishis
HS Pride
Tim Tuite
Winifred Black
Wienemred Riehbeen
Gidler
Hemiders
Tim
Shale
Panne Ming
Ned Cismuneng
Condiligne Ab
Combiesmann
Wisantaintins
APTON
Gilfens
Shatoss Wien
Ita
Letina
France
Mipaleon
Bigens Beauvarnnis
Josephine
Napoleon
Anrins
Jon
Beniennsyets
Thieme
Beaoharn
Patenet
Seo Thieme
Inet
Vileha
Elie
Suoore
Enwrst
Athe Preel
Royal Scophland
Zeus
Trent
Lytach Pitttetes
Speehilpet
Nadie
Annabel Worthington
Patlee
Hank Ang
Loew Any
Baenym
Brod
Dicky
Minish
Idian
Mervin
Filen
Kasie
Verena
Listhiy
Isrolina
Tilia Fur
Kelle
Faber
Delta
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