Bear Attack Near Hyner Leaves Farmer Wounded
A farmer A B McCloskey of Hyner was attacked by a she bear in his barnyard and badly wounded. His wife defended him with a club while neighbors pursued the animal but found no trace. The incident caused widespread alarm as farmers organized a hunt led by B B McCloskey, his brother and railroad agent at Hyner.
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A. B. McCloskey
Hyner
McCloskey
B. B. McCloskey
Pennsylvania Railroad
Williamsport
Philadelphia
Known of Old a Washington woman quotes Page on marriage
A Washington woman returning from Rome recounts conversations with Ambassador Thomas Nelson Page about marriage in his novels. She recalls a tea with Mr and Mrs Page, a humorous dispute, and Page’s remark that their episode resembled a chapter from a novel slipping into life.
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Thomas Nelson Page
Nike
Ira
Washington
Rome
Mra
Page
Mr. Page
Separate waists raise feminine styles in spring wardrobe
In a fashion feature by Mary Dean, separate waists or blouses replace shirtwaists this season. Varied materials including cottons, silks, and linens dominate, with crepe weaves and vivid colors favored. Linen waists in a severe V-neck with three quarter sleeves suit street and business wear.
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Mary Dean
Gota
Medici inspired collars and delicate blouses trend in period fashion
The article describes ready made and DIY collar options to pair with dresses and blouses. It notes Medici style collars framing the face, wired or wired with millinery wires, and features sheer linen blouses in tango red with pintuck details. It also mentions organdie blouses in pink blue lavender green with white collars and cuffs, plus kimono shoulder styles and decorative trims like hemstitched edges and ribbons.
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Atyla
Graceful Negligee Description Highlights Lace and Silk Details
A description of a graceful negligee features a cream shadow lace blouse over cream fabric with lace edging on revers and sleeves. Pale blue and pink chiffon straps at the neck hold lutes and green silk cords traverse the front. The skirt is pink crepe de chine with a pink satin ribbon girdle tied in a bow.
Pearl rose jewelry adorns waist with pearl flower design
A London fashion note describes a jewel rose created from pearls worn at the waist. Designers showcase a large blossom made of pearls in varying sizes, presenting an attractive, fashionable accessory though the material is unusual.
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London
Parte
Porches Get Comfort With Cushioned Chairs For Summer
An old fashion note describes porch comfort using willow chairs and reed chairs with broad arms. Cushions in dark crepe or denim can revive worn sets and create a cool, inviting seating area.
Curls of the season sweep through fashion and hairdressing
The article details the rise of various curl styles for women this season, from temple curls and cheek curls to high knots and bobbing fringe. It notes advances in false curls and hairpieces, including paste-down varieties, and the shift toward a high coiffure that shapes how curls frame the eyes and forehead.
Sergeant Murphy Leads Patrol Across Supposedly Destroyed Bridge
In a Philippine campaign tale, Sergeant Murphy reconnoiters a river crossing. The unit finds a bridge labeled destroyed yet, eager to return to camp, proceeds mid-span and is confronted by a saluting officer who asks why they cross. Murphy quips the detachment is supposed to be swimming.
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United States
Mexico
Murphy
London
Scaly Psoriasis Cure Promoted By Soap Ointment Ad
A World War era notice from Camp McCoy Wisconsin features Walter Mahony recounting a two year psoriasiform skin ailment on limbs. He credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with a three month complete cure after trying flawed treatments. The ad invites readers to request free samples and lists Cuticura as widely sold with Boston mailing details.
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A. 3
Camp McCoy
Sparta
Wis
Walter Mahony
Cutieura
Dept. L
Boston
SINGS PRAISE OF BIGNESS IN INDUSTRY AND NATION
Biattle argues that big crops come from big men and that bigness defines civilization. He cites states boasting large resources and notes the United States thrives on industrial, railway, and professional leaders. He urges ending fault finding and expanding opportunity for factory and wage growth.
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Biattle
California
Oregon
Washington
Texan
Oklahoma
New England
Alabama
Pennsylvania
New York
United States
Tts
Bighese
Commas and the Law in British Parliament
The piece notes that punctuation marks in parliamentary acts date from 1850 when a special statute allowed full stops and punctuation. It highlights the risk of misinterpretation by lawyers and recalls a dispute between Monmouthshire miners and their employers over comma usage in law.
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Monmouthshire
Postcards Found Behind Stanley Road Letter Box
In Teddington England three October 1891 postcards were discovered wedged between a letter-box plate and frame during enamel plate removal. Descriptions on two remained decipherable and were delivered after 23 years. The clipping also includes humorous quips and a cartoonish remark about a woman wearing an $1,800,000 pearl necklace from a 10-cent store.
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Stanley Road
Teddington
England
Woman Suffers Back Aches Relieved by Vegetable Compound
A Philadelphia woman details severe back pain and displacement relief after six bottles of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The letter praises improved sleep, appetite, and ability to work, urging other women to try the remedy. Additional testimonials claim energy and better health after use. Thousands of American women testify to its virtue.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Philadelphia
Farny Fisnes
Juniata Street
Philadelephia
Lydia
Permance
Bry
Abiul Law> Son
Lippitt St
Providence, R. L
Chas. H. Fletcher
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