Spanish Court Still Retains Old-Time Pomp
Madrid reports the royal house of Spain maintains old world formalities despite democratic changes. Queen Maria Christina’s influence keeps ceremonies strict while King Alfonso mixes with racegoers by day, the diplomatic banquet showcases jewels, and Victoria and consorts display lavish regalia on a grand staircase.
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St Petersburg
Berlin
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Burovey
Austria
Alfonso
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Fraternal News Highlights Scout Drive and Lodge Events
The Boy Scout drive raised 7638 across three divisions over two days led by Howard Speer. Team totals include Horace Merwin 572, W. H. Hinck 409.50, and Ki. B. Cortright 401. women’s team sums were 381 and 62.50. Luncheon featured Alvin Breul led singing. Arcanguy I O O F to confer first degrees. Nutmeg Encampment to confer Golden Rate decree tonight. Konckapotawauh tribe to celebrate 25th anniversary next Tuesday. Several Masonic and Sons of St George activities and a new lodge home opening planned on Stratford avenue with a bazaar. A Magna Charta degree class completed. A quip notes rising rents.
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W. H. Hinck
Ki. B. Cortrighv
R. H. Cogswell
A. E. MacDonald
Alvin Breul
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Pioneer
Magna Ciarta
Martha Washington
Victoria
Sso
Stratford Avenue
Pembroke Street
Magna Charta Lodge
Chinaman Dead Who Voted For Pres Lincoln
Rev H N Wool died aged 86 in Shanghai. He voted for President Lincoln and served with the Union in the Civil War. He joined the American Church Mission, helped build Tung Jen E Chu, later St Luke's hospital, and was ordained.
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Shangahi
H. N. Wool
America
Perry
Far East
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Japan
Hev
Woo
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China
Shanghai
St Luke's Hospital
Tower safeguards Crown Jewels with new security
London authorities move to bolster protection of the crown jewels housed in the Wakefield Tower. Custodian Sir George Younghusband plans thief deterrents while the regalia remain in an electrical cage linked to two guardrooms. The note recalls Colonel Blood's 1671 theft.
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Enlist in the United States Army for Growth and Citizenship
The Army now seeks young men of character, promising fruitful enlistment years and returning them to civilian life in better health and self confidence. Congress funds $2 million for Army educational work. camps offer trades training and ongoing schooling and travel opportunities with good food clothes and care.
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United States Army
Congress
Army Recruiting Ad Lists Global Posts and Local Station
American troops are serving in Panama Hawaii the Philippines Alaska China Germany Siberia and the U S A The recruiting sergeant offers details and a personal interview The nearest recruiting station is Main Station 17 Hampden Street Springfield Main
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Alaska
China
Germany
Siberia
U.S.A
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Hampden Street
Springfield, Main
The Fourteen Arts of the Service Recruiting Sergeant
The Recruiting Sergeant outlines Army branches offering training and career paths. Infantry Cavalry Field Artillery Engineers Coast Artillery Air Service Ordnance Signal Corps Medical and Dental Veterinary Tank Corps Quartermaster Construction Chemical Warfare Motor Transport Corps with emphasis on training, duties, and future opportunities.
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Dental Corps
Veterinary Corps
Brazil Far From Flu Epidemic Shows Preparedness
Rio de Janeiro reports Brazil largely spared from the influenza outbreak sweeping North America. Health authorities impose strict quarantine on ships from infected ports and convert schools into hospitals to isolate patients and stamp out the disease.
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Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
North America
Lady Macbeth's Guilt Shines Amid Macbeth's Rising Villainy
In a stark contrast to Macbeth's mounting villainy, Lady Macbeth emerges as the lone luminous fact. Her deep repentance drives a haunting arc as she sleepwalks and confronts the consequences of their deeds.
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