Arbuckle’s Air Powered Ship Salvage Publicized
The article profiles John Arbuckle the famed coffee magnate behind compressed air salvage methods. It notes his engineers handle the technical work while Arbuckle finances the projects including rescues of wrecks near Newport and the Yankee, with mixed results from storms and sea.
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John Arbuckle
Narragansett Bay
Arbuckle
United States
Yankee
Naval Board of Survey
Newport
Davy Jones’ Locker
Rockefeller
May Marry a Greek Prince
London gossip centers on Miss Margaretta Drexel possibly marrying Prince Christopher of Greece. The Drexels hosted a grand ball with 600 guests and Miss Drexel sat beside Christopher at supper, while her cousin sat with Prince Miguel of Braganza. Mrs Drexel says engagement claims remain uncertain and Margaretta has repeatedly refused earlier offers. The Drexels will visit New York in October after Marienbad.
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London
Margaretta Drexel
Greece
Anthony Drexel
Miss Margaretta
Prince Christopher of
Alexandra
Miss Drexel
Prince Miguel of
Braganza
Athens
Father tired of his job
The article notes J. G. Talbot, MP for Oxford University, plans to seek re election as general election nears. Known as the father of the house for his 41 years in Parliament he has focused on religious and educational issues and holds roles as an ecclesiastical commissioner and privy councillor.
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England
J. G. Talbot
M. P
Oxford University
Henry Campbell Bannerman
Talbot
House of Commons
West Kent
Gathorne-Hardy
University
House of Lords
House
Keene Divorce Quietly Granted to Polo Figure in Kentucky
Mrs Mary Lawrence Keene wife of Foxhall R Keene financier polo player and society figure was granted a divorce by Judge Watts Parker on July 3 in Lexington Kentucky. Proceedings were by deposition with no personal appearance by Mrs Keene, and the couple had separated since October 1904 amid reports of financial reverses and temperament differences.
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Mary Lawrence Keene
Foxhall
R. Keene
New York City
Watts Parker
Lexington
Allan and Duncan
Foxhall Keene
George Shanklin
Keenes
New York
Keene’s
Keene
Talbot J. Taylor & Company
Taylor
Wheatley Hills
L. I
Frederic Lawrence
Bayside
Hexagonal tile matting sewing basket project
A detailed guide to crafting a large hexagonal sewing basket from tile matting and raffia. It covers materials including tile matting, natural and dyed raffia, pasteboard, needles, and a reed fastener, with step by step construction and embroidery options.
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Rafia
Dainty Tea Jacket in White Crepe de Chine
An extremely dainty jacket is shown in white crepe de chine with lace insertion outlined in gold thread. It fastens at the left front under the insertion, forms a hanging strap, and is finished with small gold tassel ornaments. A sash ribbon forms a rosette at the left front, with long ends and matching trimming on short sleeves.
The Opportune Burglary
Elizabeth learns her fiancé never betrayed her and faces a thief in her home. George captures the intruder, discovers the thief is his own brother John, and orchestrates a reconciliation between Elizabeth and John. George then hurries to send a telegram to Beatrice Craig promising to return tomorrow.
Violet Scent Teachings and Fashioned Freshness
The article extols a dainty violet fragrance as the preferred odor for refined women. It describes violet as pervasive in perfume sachets and toiletries, advising subtle use and storage to keep a gentle hint of scent on garments.
Cuff Styles Advertised Like Shirt Collars
The piece discusses cuff choices for shirt waists, noting cheap straight stiffened cuffs with link buttons and contrasting options such as narrow turnover cuffs or lace edged sleeves finished with lace buttons, suggesting a more stylish finish.
A New Coiffure Gains Notice in Fashion Circles
The flat casque coiffure grows popular as a distinct style among many with curls and braids. A small tightly dressed head contrasts with the crowd, drawing attention for its understated, sharp look.
Pay as you enter house detains potential renter
The caller explains he faced delays with a five dollar bill on a pay-as-you-enter car and had to change for later travel. An agent shows him the flat, but denies delaying rent, noting the building operates on pay-as-you-enter rules.
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Times
No Danger From the Invaders Recalled by Clemenceau Visit
Premier Clemenceau toured the Maritime Alps and viewed a broad panorama from a height. A young official noted the villages built to defend gorges against Saracen invaders. Clemenceau replied that none remain, calm and ironic.
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Clemenceau
Maritime
Alps
Baedecker
M. Clemenceau
Paria
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W. G. Chapman
Elizabeth
George
Harry
John
Beatrice Craig
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