Despised Ailanthus Could Be Useful For Lumber And Shade
The article discusses the ailanthus tree, native to the Moluccas, spread across the United States for shade. It notes strong odor from female trees, its aggressive suckering growth, and nuisance in lawns. It also mentions its wild spread in the Cumberland mountains and seed dispersal via birds.
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America
Moluane Islands
Equator
Borneo
Chia
United States
Cumberland
London Bank Accounts Told In Clever Tales Of Women
A London newspaper humorously recounts women’s banking misadventures. One overdrew and apologized with a self drawn check hoping to rectify it. Another settled a pound overdraft by handing a sovereign to the cashier. The third tried to cash a crossed cheque, and the cashier politely refused at the counter prompting a witty reply.
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London
Glancup
Gerry
Absent minded balloon pilot praised by aero clubs head
Col Charles Coey of the American Federation of Aero Clubs in Chicago condemns an aeronautical pilot as too absent minded to fly a balloon. He recalls a train incident where a passenger poked a finger, and the conductor mistook the gesture for a ticket.
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Charles Coey
American Federation of Aero Clubs
Chicago
Solemnis
Windmill Driven Lighting On Danish Island Sjalland
A windmill on Sjalland powers an electric lighting system. The 46 ft diameter wheel atop a 43 ft tower with blade area 336 sq ft yields 8.6 horsepower at 23 ft/s wind and 24 rpm. The output supplies 37 incandescent lamps and six arc lamps plus small motors.
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Sjalland
Italy Versus Germany in Musical Center Debate
Discussion centered on which country leads as a musical center. A spirited Italian claimed Italy produces the most musicians, while a German protested asking why blame Germany for the claim and remarked on Italy’s renowned output.
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Germany
Italy
Remark on Women by Juvenile Cynic and Miss Cayenne
A juvenile cynic notes women are more remarkable for head than heart. Miss Cayenne agrees by observing the relative measurements of hats and corsets.
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Miss Cayenne
London Transport Echoes in Small Town Jest
A visitor Mrs Jenkins recounts London sights including horse buses, motor buses, and the electric underground railways. She expects the bustle to persist upon returning home, reflecting on the vibrancy of the metropolis.
Paul Learns First Meal Name From Papa
A four year old named Paul is asked by his father what the first meal of the day is and answers oatmeal with prompt certainty.
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Paul
Full of Kindliness and a Celestial Neighborhood Plan
A witty exchange about life after death features Mrs. De Style proposing to build a refined, restricted neighborhood in the celestial realms and to serve as patroness to worthy causes, framing a light humorous tone.
No Woman Is Too Pretty To Darn Her Husband S Socks
Nixola Greeley-Smith quotes Mrs Spooner and Mrs Frohman in a discussion about marriage, gender roles, and domestic life. The piece notes actors wives' views on home duties and the balance between stage life and family, with reflections on changing times and happiness in marriage.
Home not a bar to stage success says May Robson
Miss Robson, long married to Dr. A H Brown of the New York police and fire departments, asserts that a woman can excel on stage and in society. She adds that home life is not to be discussed and that a woman may be a successful actress and a good wife and mother.
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May Robson
Miss Robson
A. H. Brown
New York
Mrs. Carter
Mrs. Spooner
Happily Married Couple Mentioned On Stage
The speaker cites Mr and Mrs Faversham as an example of a happily married couple with two children. She reflects on social and stage life, noting that many husbands and wives she knows are content at home and in family life. A girl’s risks are not elaborated beyond this reflection.
The Real Life of an American Consul
The article challenges the romantic image of U S consuls as idle, luxury loving appointees. It notes the diverse duties and burdens of consular service abroad, contrasting popular plays with the actual responsibilities and challenges faced by consuls in distant lands.
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United States
Uncle Sam
Women of stage debate balancing career and home life
In a spirited discussion Mrs. Spooner and Mrs. Carter weigh whether women can excel as actresses and mothers. They defend artistic careers, note children of actors receive special upbringing, and stress a wife may pursue work if it suits her, yet prioritize family when needed.
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Mrs. Spooner
Miuilimlionaires
Cecil Spooner
Edna May
America
Cecil
South
Brooklyn
Mrs. Spencer
Bride and groom debate love and sanity on seaside porch
On a Long Island honeymoon porch the bride asks if the groom would love her if she were crazy. He jokes about insanity, then teases with a playful kiss and a beach escape. The scene ends with them walking to the sea as a yacht glints offshore.
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Jack
Long Island
Uncle Dave the hotel clerk who kept Cincinnati inn lively
In a Cincinnati hotel lobby traveling salesmen greet the long time clerk and jokingly fear changes after Uncle Dave quips that if he died a month ago the staff would still run the place. The exchange shows affection for the veteran employee.
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Cincinnati
Uncle Dave
The Perils of Candy in a Child's Day
A cautioned reflection on children’s sweet tooth and candy’s dangers. The author contrasts wholesome and unwholesome treats, recounts a mother’s overindulgence, and notes dirt and artificial dyes in street candy while praising simple Italian fruit glacés as a healthier alternative.
Coats Reflect Directoire Influence in Early Fall Styles
Fall outerwear shows a directoire influence with three quarter length French military coats and two piece dresses trimmed to resemble them. German style coats appear with high collars and cape like shoulders. bold embroidery and a palette of white black cream and ecru are popular.
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A. B. Guthrie
Choteau, Teton CO
MONT
Ailanthus
Ouch
Nixola Greeley-Smith
Spooner
Actor's Church Alliance
Leslie Carter
Margaret Mington
Daniel Frohman
Frohman
Carter
Mixola Greeley Ltd
Winslow Hall
March National Magazine
Aminola Greeley Smith
Willie
Philadelphia Bulletin
Sne
Margaret H. Ayer
Rome
Florence
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