Notable 1909 Society Notes Mix of Estates Honors and Arts
The page reports on various figures and items: estate bequests from Senator George G West of Missouri totaling $130,000 with heirs, Admiral Alexei after a palace interlude could be Moscow governor, Judge Parker praised for humanity, the Empress of Russia authoring Princess Tesla's Model in private circulation, Rev William Richardson's skeptical note on the Lewes England estate, and a gift of $57,415 left. It also notes Germany’s oldest orator Dep gaty Schneider at 108, Persia’s shah special mandate decorating Francis of the United exposition with the Order of the Lion and the Gun, Murat Halstead elected president of the American Newsboys company with Heraldo as editor, and General Pavese praising Roosevelt. Dr Peter Fahrney donates a Washington County Maryland estate to the German Baptist Dunham church for aged and homeless members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
George G. West
Missouri
Alexeiefz
Ovenor
Moscow
Parker
Evarina
Russia
Tesla
Wilam Richardson
Lewes
England
Germany
Depgaty Schneider
Eberswalde
Heraldo
Generio Pavese
Washington
Peter Fahrney
Chicago
Washington County
Oddities and fortunes from distant towns in brief items
A spread of short notes reports a Kingfisher County cotton farmer with sixteen children and 160 acres, a Vermont man jailed on an old horse theft indictment, wall postings in Wallingford about lodgings and wood, a Saco turnip with four tops weighing over seven pounds, Pittsburgh launderers using Castine for weekly service, and a large Eastport lobster captured with measurements.
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Kingfisher County
Okla
Calais
Wallingford
Conn
Tou
Pittsburg
Castine
G. B. Hunt
Eastport
el Ameen
Editorial Flings From Distant Papers Across the Nation
A collage of quips from newspapers mocks Brooklyn car service progress and prunes claim health gains. It notes a pompous social view from a Minneapolis Tribune piece and a Boston Globe jab about reading at ease. it also comments on American wealth buying English feudal castles and a striking image of royalty and death in a Constitution line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn
Washington Post
Minneapolis Tribune
New York
Boston Globe
England
Model of the moment features copper shades and two tone buttons
Copper shades dominate the design with outache buttons offered in single and two tone effects. Paisley velveteens echo bygone shawls with soft fabrics and rich colors including ivory, violet, and royal hues.
How Silk Hats Are Made by the Hat Curlers
Describes silk hat construction from linen foundation to silk overlay. Explains that cardboard is not used and details the hot shaping of the brim. Notes the forefinger’s thickening nail from repeated patting during curling and praises hat curlers as artistic, expert craftsmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Prees.c
Upper lip furrow traced to two ancestral lips
A discussion on the upper lip furrow in children, its evolutionary link to two independent upper lips, and how fusion over time created the single lip. It notes variations among primates and the hare lip analogy, citing Dumas and a humorous exchange about literary pay.
Torturing Him in a Domestic Dispute
An excerpt from the Houston Poste describes a tense domestic scene where a husband questions a man about his girlfriend. The woman reportedly summoned her sister into the parlor to recite a tone, implying further strife during the interaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston Poste
The Hero's Reward and Gossip Fragment
Fragmentary Chicago News snippet shows misheard lines about Bas and Clipper. Clipper allegedly comments on wanting to be rid of someone. The text includes disjointed names and phrases with no clear event or date.
The Weaper Rite and Hidden Games For Forfeits
A vintage compendium of party games and parlor tricks describes The Weaper Rite using potato candlesticks and candle papers to reveal a subject’s traits, plus Hidden Willards, forfeits ideas, punctuation humor, and indoor outdoor guessing games with simple props and etiquette notes.
Plays and Players in New York and London Theatre Circles
A report of stage plans and notable figures. Miss Scheff’s revival in New York next spring. Mrs. Humphry Ward and Mrs. Katherine Crosman to have plays produced in London. D'Annunzio seeks Scala lease for The Ship with Eleonora Duse. Bernhardt’s season at Bertin is a success, Dorothe Vernon on English stage as Dorothy o the Hall. Maurice Campbell to stage new work for Henrietta Crosman, with Mistress Nell and As You Like It revived early season. Frederick Lewis tours and returns to New York in January, Henry E. Dixey to join The Raven later.
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Charlie B. Dillingham
Miss Scheff
New York West
Humpnry Ward
Katherine Ceci Thurston
London
Gabriel da d’ Annunzio
Scala Theater
Milan
Eleonora Duse
Mnic
Bernhardt
Beritver
Bertin
Dorothy Vernon
Haddon Hall
Paul Kester
Charles Major
Bertha Galland
Dorothy O' the Hall
Maurice Campbell
Henrietta Crosman
Nell
Frederick Lewis
Edgar Allan Toe
George C. Hazelton
the Raven
New York
Henry E. Dixey
Turf Topics and Horse Racing Moves
Charlie DeRyder of New York travels to California with the Butler string as the trotting horse season gains strength. Trainer Lon McDonald signs with a Boston owner from the Metropolitan Driving Club. Dan Derby defeats John M. on the New York speedway. Lord Derby’s owner pensions the horse, avoiding the sale ring. Antonio Jr. is among the speediest trotters owned by William Durland. A flawed system to let a 2:30 horse beat a 2:10 horse is criticized and urged to end.
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Charlie DeRyder
New York
California
Butler
Lorse
Lon McDonald
Boston
Metropolitan Driving Club
Dan Derby
John M
New York Speedway
Lord Derby
J. H. Rogan
Izetta
Chicago
James Butler
Fred Keyes
Cleveland
Russia
Prince Wainisky
Antonio, Jr
William Durland
Japanese Jottings on Banks and War Era Influence
Notes on Japan's banking sector showing few foreign banks among many, strict naval training, a plan to build horse drinking fountains in memory of war dead, and concerns about forged stamps and Japanese influence abroad. An anonymous consul cites Japan's growing organization, instruction, and espionage in China affecting Europe.
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Japan
Naval Academy of Japan
Japan Society For the Prevention of
Russia
Far East
Great Britain
America
China
Europe
Anticlerical zeal in France spawns revival of revolutionary calendar
A Paris report notes anticlericalism pushing ideas to revive the revolutionary calendar. Versailles hosts an exhibition of carriages and liveries from various eras. A Paris weekly called L Invisible debuts on the Boulevards printed in white on black. A cabinetmaker named his thirteen sons after historic monarchs to distinguish them by age.
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France
Versailles
Paris
Wiliam
Victor Emmanuel
Henry LV
Charles VI
Edward VII
Charles VIII
Charles LX
Louis X
Louis XL
Louis XVI
Alfonso XII
Luis XIV
Cooking Hints From A Historic Page
Cooking tips note sugar should be added after custards cook to prevent curdling. Starchy foods must boil in water with a touch of salt to aid digestion. After a cap, keep the lid on to prevent contents from drying and exposure to air.
Cakewalk Song Promises Victory in Aged Dance Hall
A Nashville Banner verse narrates a minstrel era cakewalk with Miss Rosy and Zach urging partners to win a dance. The performer pledges to charm the crowd and claim the prize while referencing Black performers and a playful, rhythmic call and response. The scene blends music and social performance in a lively but staged contest.
Freddie’s Inheritance Sparks a Smirk in New York American
A Point of View note jokes about Freddie inheriting a million, contrasting an accusation of stupidity with a reminder of wealth. The column reflects a satirical take on social attitudes toward sudden fortune and public perception.
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Freddie
New York American
The Arizona Kicker's Open Circulation Stunt Exposed
A 1906 Arizona humor piece mocks rival papers by claiming open circulation records and bragging about vast operations. It boasts presses, staff, and international correspondents while satirizing wartime sensationalism and promotional tricks.
Easily Done Manages Aging Servants Like Children
The dialogue portrays a man confident in his expertise and a woman who challenges him. She claims aging servants are easily managed by letting them have their own way, implying a sharp commentary on control and authority. The Chicago Record-Herald note adds a literary tone.
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Herali
None So Blind and Ten Dollars Saved Headlines
A humorous dialogue notes Potter’s repeated morning job searches and his farsightedness, while a Philadelphia press snippet jokes about a hat on sale with progressive price cuts. The Catholic Standard and Times closes with the quip about his search mindset and persistence.
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Potter
Catholic Standard and Times
Whistles and nerves in Aunt Caroline’s quarrel
A fragmentary dialogue shows Aunt Caroline quarrelling with Tommy about nerves and a singing parrot while Tommy insists the urge to whistle comes from within. The snippet shifts to a street talk exchange about wishing for the “good old days” and the absence of modern utensils like forks.
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Caroline
Tommy
Chicago Tribune
Mrs. Ferry
Bobby
Cincinnati Enquirer
De Ruttie Exchange Cited as Lifesaver
In a witty exchange from the New York Weekly, Mrs De Ruttie claims to have saved her husband from dying an old maid with a sharp retort, while Mr De Ruttie acknowledges the unusual deed as his lasting benefit.
Free Alcohol and Arts Talk Sparks Debate
Fragmentary Paris-like dialogue references free alcohol for arts and a playful exchange about painting the town red. The text includes misread names Gaswell Gaskill Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph and unrelated lines about sisters and poetic nature.
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Gaswell
Gaskill
Pittsburg
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Dumas Pere
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Harper’s Weekly
Katie
Kate
Iere
Delonkewsik
Rosy
Miss Rosy
Nashville
Arizona
McClure
Pitips
Kicker
Otf
Globe
Mississippi River
India
Algiers
United States
Maine
Stanley Faulla
Ing
Philaddelphia Press
Ned
Fiat
Tefusal
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