Justice Harlan's Jolly Court Moment Described
The article recounts Associate Justice Harlan’s fondness for jokes and a rare moment of mirth in the Supreme Court. It recalls his Virginia origins and golf with Justice Brewer, including a profane silence remark that sparked laughter from Chief Justice Fuller.
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Harlan
Virginia
Kentucky
Brewer
Chevy Chase
Justice Brewer
Justice Harlan
John S. Wise
Mr. Wise
Fuller
Washington Wedding Ends Ten Year Wait for Judge's Widow
Mrs. John Davis widow of a U S Supreme Court judge married Maj Charles McCawley U S M C in Washington. The long delayed union faced family opposition but is described as true love. McCawley, younger than the bride, serves as White House major domo and etiquette arbiter in high society.
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John Davis
United States Supreme Court of Claims
Arthur
Theodore Freylinghuysen
Washington
Charles McCawley
Maj. McCawley
Beau Brummel
Harry Lehr
Alice Roosevelt Longworth
Peculiar Christian Names Among Early Washington Families
A Washington anecdote recalls Maj Dabney a portly colored man whose nickname came from his mother who named him Majah at birth. The piece notes many old-time black families gave sons names like Colonel Doctor General and similar titles. It mentions a Richmond youth named President Johnson and a Washington resident nicknamed Bishop.
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Washington
Maj
Dabney
Army
National Guard
Sibil Wah
Nashional Guard
Isiah
Majah
Wilson
Richmond
Johnson
Bishop
Quirky Warrant Request Tests City Clerk
Clerk David Lansley faced an unusual case when a colored woman sought a warrant for her male friend claiming assault and battery. She said he had called her a peach and used a brick on her hand, prompting a referral to the district attorney for action.
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David Lansley
Mr. Langley
Dlattery
Tatngley
Most Remarkable Trip Ever Made By President Roosevelt
President Roosevelt viol ated the unwritten law by visiting Panama to inspect canal work. The trip aims to gauge progress and curb graft while ensuring the project stays on schedule for a 14 year opening. The article notes the canal as a monumental U S achievement second only to Suez and contrasts Franco efforts with American oversight.
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Roosevelt
Panama
Canal
United States
Atlantic and
Pacific
de Jesseps
Suez Canal
Isthmus
Teddy
Philip II
Spain
de Lesseps
Suez
Quaint Cushions and Baby Mamma Gift Ideas
A feature on charming home crafts and infant gifts includes two new cushion designs for the small sovereign of the home a long bib for babies and decorative dresser cushions. It also describes ribbon pin cushions leather lace cobweb initials and a clasp pin holder made from flannel satin ribbon and a tiny bisque doll.
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Baby
Handmade Mountmellick Centerpiece Readiness for Home Use
The article discusses hand crafted centerpieces and linens, noting that refined women now prefer washable fabrics. White satin jean is suggested as durable, damask alternatives considered, and liner chosen for longevity. Mountmellick stitches suit damask but eyelet doilies should be stamped on linen.
Roosevelt to oversee Panama Canal route trip and details
The article describes President Roosevelt planning a full inspection of the Panama Canal route, personally reviewing physical conditions and guiding engineering decisions. It notes the Washington cruiser prepared for the trip, legal groundwork granting his direct control, and the bustling Colon port with workers, hotels, and Chinese merchants amid tropical setting.
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Washington
Colon
Panama
Roosevelt
Uncle Sam
Lars
League Island Navy Yard
Philadelphia
Deficit Defined by a Boy and Teacher Exchange
A classroom moment features a teacher asking Johnny about the word deficit. Johnny responds with a witty line suggesting deficit means having less than nothing. The exchange captures a light educational humor about money and lack.
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Johnny
The Popular Poet Conversation Fragment
A brief dialogue hints at a well known poet who has not produced work for years and is now described as popular. The exchange notes surprise at his recent activity and implied return to writing.
Heat Bites City As Mercury Tops the Shade
City resident notes temperatures reaching 110 in the shade while a farmer counters by urging people to stay in the sun and endure the heat with a comical exchange highlighting the scorching weather and stubborn attitudes.
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Mercury
Indulgences At Dinner Satire Reveals Family Feud
In a noted social vignette Mrs Kuicker asks about dinner favors while Mrs Becker recalls a sharp remark from her cook and a conciliatory nudge from her doctor. The scene hints at tensions over dietary indulgences in domestic life.
Do you think Gabriel's trumpet will awaken the DA
A dialogue fragment centers on Gabriel's trumpet awakening District Attorney Jerom and a lawyer Patrick aiming to secure a stay as the world teeters on possible collapse.
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Gabriel
Jerom
Patrick
The Badge of Courage
A fragment from a wartime tale shows an old lady praising brave children and a girl declaring resilience as she insists she is not yet big enough to cry or fear.
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Bradder
Letter Board for Hall Use
A simple elastic letter board hangs in the hall with flexible bands for letters. A stout cardboard foundation is covered in dark green art serge and edged with cord, hung by a ribbon loop with a small bow.
Hat Tied On Reflects Changing Women’s Fashion
A newspaper note reflects how cars and hats reshape dress. It recalls a time when a veil tied hat kept a woman hidden, while now the car culture makes hats and veils a visible fashion statement as women move about with their automobiles nearby.
Mink and Tulle Combined Hat Display
A striking example of the becoming mixing fur and fabric features a toque of mink with tucked brown tulle. The hat is trimmed by a large white paradise plume and held in place with a head and two mink tails.
Gloves and care tips from a frugal shopping column
The piece warns against cheap gloves, arguing better quality lasts longer. It notes suede gloves perform poorly for price, discusses donning and removing technique, drying hands before wearing, and preserving gloves by smoothing and proper storage. It adds French clay as a cleaner for white suede gloves.
Hats Echo Watteau Era in Modern Millinery
The latest hats in millinery shops reproduce Watteau era designs with heavy velvet and architectural shapes. They are often large but not as oversized as before, offering a picturesque revival that echoes old paintings.
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Watteau
Plaid Skirts and Velvet Jackets Display New Costumes
Dark tartan plaid skirts paired with a plain cloth or velvet bolero jacket feature an embroidered thistle collar and silver buttons. The ensemble includes a turndown linen collar a black satin bow and a lace jabot for a smart finish.
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Supreme Court
Canal Commission
Rae
Caribbean Sea
Tropics
New Jersey
North
Postoffice
City Hall
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