Easter Night Robber Foiled by Eggs and Barrel Rescue
In Aunt Sally's rural home on Easter Eve Jim and Charles defend against a prowler. A window entry is foiled when an egg struck the offender in the head and a cider barrel trap twists him into custody. The escaped convict is identified and sentenced, while the four siblings share a $500 reward.
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Branle Dance Leads to Alliance at Brou Castle
In Bresse Easter customs unfold as 100 eggs are scattered for a Branle dance. Philibert of Savoy wooes Marguerite of Flanders at Brou Castle, proposing a dance with unbroken eggs. The couple's betrothal follows, and they wed soon after.
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The Sweetest Thing In Life
A beautiful girl with Easter lilies shines with happiness as she departs a room. She joins a waiting young man on church steps, their eyes meet, and they walk together into the church, blushing and smiling.
Two Pictures in Easter Gown and Town Hat
A woman sits in church wearing a graceful Easter gown and an elaborately styled hat. The scene juxtaposes traditional faith with contemporary urban fashion reflected in her hat and attire.
Braver Than a Soldier Englishman in Russia Recalls Easter Kiss Episode
An English iron works superintendent recounts a comical Easter custom in Russia where villagers kiss and exchange painted eggs. He describes standing in a long line of workers, many soot covered, kissing him as they bow and wink, with the tally mounting to hundreds.
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Easter Day Choir Refrain Inspires Pain
A poem fragment notes Easter Sunday church choir music uplifting the speaker yet weeks earlier rehearsals bring a deadly pain. The piece contrasts joy and suffering in a single reflective moment.
Easter Egg Roll at White Lot Democracy Displayed in DC
The District of Columbia celebrates Easter with the annual egg rolling on the White Lot behind the presidential mansion. Thousands of children from all backgrounds gather for picnics and games, while Marines play, the President hosts, and White House children join the fun, highlighting a unique democratic tradition.
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Easter Flowers and the Forced Bloom of Spring
Easter is celebrated across denominations with flowers on resurrection morning. Florists force blooms by alternating cold and warm houses to bring azaleas lilies roses carnations camellias primroses hyacinths into bloom on schedule for decoration.
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Death Rate of Ministers Compared With General Mortality
The Medical Journal reports clergy at 86 381 studied showing 180 died of infectious diseases versus 239 expected, clergy mortality 79 percent of normal. Physicians died 127 percent above average from those diseases. Catholic clergy aged groups show higher mortality than Protestant ministers. Possible links to celibacy and penance are discussed.
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A Quaint Wedding Gift From Prussia’s Watch Tale
A watch tied to Queen Louise and carried through wars becomes a wedding gift to Princess Margaret of Prussia for her marriage to Prince Frederick Charles of Hesse. Looted by French troops, won in a barracks lottery, sold to a palace servant, then recovered by Augusta and entrusted to the emperor to keep for a Prussian princess.
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How to Water a Horse as Suggested by a Journal
A New York Weekly piece advises watering horses with care. Do not water during meals or ride immediately after. Water sparingly on the road and avoid dangerous troughs. Let a horse sip at home. excessive or cold water can harm joints or cause founder.
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Portland YMCA Ad Effectiveness Noted at Meeting
General Secretary McDonald shared curiosity about which advertising method reaches most people. He circulated thousands of dodgers about a meeting and asked attendees to rise. about fifteen did. He then asked who read the notice in newspapers and were influenced, and the entire hall stood. Moral urged using newspaper columns for public notices.
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Choose a Good Chew From This Quick Guide
This brief piece offers practical tips on selecting a quality chew. It highlights texture, flavor options, and safe sourcing to help readers pick a satisfying treat without compromising dental health or digestion.
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