Love's Gamble By MAY CHRISTIE tragedy on a moonlit country night
A young artist Jim Dalton woos Shirley in a lush forest setting and plans an engagement while a second, older admirer unseen by her stirs trouble. Shirley's happiness clashes with fear as a visitor claims a different bond, revealing hidden ties and shifting loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Dalton
Shirlex Marsh
Shirles
Kixl
Surrey Woods
Mies Shirley
Isro
Shirley
Charitier
Yanke
Miss Shivler
Piri
Romente
David Burke
Chen
Natterer
Aly
Jim
Tim
Cary Pai Eoss
Ip Shirlexs
Lim
Sweethaul
Paradise
Tod
Arigan
Fle Gove
Giri
Jin
Sid Sion
Em Duiton
Sau
Horse
Jhn
Datton
Opera Singer Varinell Draws Court to Madrid Court
A fragmentary note recalls an 18th century opera singer Varinell visiting Spain around 1734. King Philip suffered mental distress, and the singer’s arrival helped steady court mood. The Queen, pleased, engaged Varinell for 10,000 to stay in Madrid, performing four songs nightly for a decade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marinelit
Spain
Philip
Varinell
Madeid
Trade shortage prompts theft risk in transit to Trieste
A large portion of a U S nation arrived at Trivare in good condition but loyal troops intended to take some material home to ease cloth scarcity. At Trieste the cotton was carelessly packed and much of it was lost through spalling in shipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SPO
United States
Trivare
Trieste
Shigmani
Revelations of a Wife and a Husband in Astonishing Tale
Adele Gerrison recounts a tangled domestic drama set around a wealthy family. The piece blends gossip and reflections on trust, love, and social expectations, with mentions of a lawyerly investigation and a cousin scandal. The tone is lurid, insinuating, and firmly anchored in period social intrigue.
Tomorrow's Horoscope Reading From Nesdan
A fragmented November horoscopic note from Nesdan hints at inner strength and courage. It mentions overcoming perplexing thoughts and embracing fearless enterprise, though many words are garbled and uncertain.
Annie Laurie's Advice Column on Young Love and Courtesy
A reader asks how to handle dating and parental objections, pondering if it is proper to accept invitations or go to dances with a gentleman friend. The column advises weighing propriety, avoiding risky situations, and communicating with parents while valuing respect, safety, and sensible choices over impulse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gueiter
How to Banish Simple Rheumatism in Daily Life
A health column describes rheumatism forms and remedies. Infections and dental issues may trigger muscular rheumatism. Home care includes heat fomentations, rest, and topical salves, with medical care for persistent pain, fever, or suspected rheumatic fever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuyal
Copeland
Answer on rouge harm to complexions
Health Q and A discusses rouge risks in cosmetics. It notes rouge is made with base cosmetics and can disguise illness, urging caution. The explanation warns of possible skin and health issues from improper use and emphasizes consulting doctors over cosmetic products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estelle
Little's Things and Character by Winifred Black
A fragmentary reminiscence on editor rejection and the writer’s bitterness, followed by observational travel notes. The piece reflects on character seen in ordinary people, from a retired editor to travelers on a crowded railway and the quiet virtues revealed in small acts of courtesy and restraint aboard a smoking car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thor Tell
Choy
Mallway
Tual
DAL Porienge
Dundas
Marie Antoinette and Court Costume in 18th Century Tales
A fragmentary historical sketch describes Marie Antoinette in ornate late 18th century dress and a court scene at the Bois de Boulogne. The passage evokes vivid, allegorical attire and a dramatic moment where the queen is posed with dignity amid a humorous interruption by a donkey rider and court officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bieture
Marie Antoingue
Brida
Bois Poulogne
Nee
Sindarne
France
Also Mentioned on This Page
Love’s
May Christie
Colinky Xentleman
Lucmle
Tram
Thare
Dalton
Brusavel
Stirley
Pheno
Feminisms
Annette Bradshaw
May Christiess
Jrial
Betty
Bridgeport Post
Adele Gerrison
Maj. Grantland
Madge
Joniuiny
Porta Ogse
Walter Raleigh
Mart
Jean Mhem
Aigy
Fehl
Eas
Abe Taramhes
Charina Valto
Uli Sauron
Tabyieypr Ss Sci
Nesdan
Berncan
Ibix
Annie Laurie
Rte
Wonsen
Winnie Lavitie
Crem
Colon
Yoursel
Winifred Black
Little’s
Tear
Marie Antoinette
Mauris de Fon
Count of
Artois
Lyons
Salle
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!