The Pearl of Savoy Dowager Queen Marguerite Romance
A historical portrait recalls Marguerite of Savoy, the Pearl of Savoy, in a complex love story with King Humbert. It follows the affair unfolding amid royal duties, public adoration, and Marguerite’s quiet resilience through years of scandal and devotion.
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Marguerite
Italy
Humbert
Pearl
Savoy
Umberto
Prince Imperial
Principe Umberto
Haly
Tuttl
Corso
Fay
Italana
Rome
Tam
Naples
Mnamlal
Quirinal
Congert
Monza
Lessons For The New President Inaugural Lessons
The incoming president begins a study in self denial learning from predecessors and the constitution. The oath is administered openly on East Capitol and the inaugural address follows while rain and crowds frame the ceremony. The article notes the weather, the duty to be in Washington on March 4 and the start of a term of service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Alate
White House
Senate
Capitol
Tiust
Wiliam
George Washington
Hhis
Rust
Vtock
United States
Supreme Court
East Capitol Front
Weather Bureau
Cleveland
German Emperor Bribes Ambassadors With Exotic Gift
The article notes the German emperor’s habit of sending gifts to foreign ambassadors. It mentions a bear he shot that was sent to the Turkish ambassador despite the animal’s diet and religious restrictions. The Turkish diplomat accepted the gift, while the emperor sought to avoid snubbing him.
Invention From Nature Sparks Watt’s Pipe Idea
James Watt, asked about transporting water under the Clyde, studied a lobster shell at table. He fashioned iron tubs modeled after the shell, which, when laid down, proved effective for carrying water beneath the river bed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Watt
Clyde
Expedition to the North Pole and explorer Baldwin
An article reports on Baldwin's planned polar expedition with hints of the tough life at 90 below zero, potential female applicants as cooks or stenographers, and Baldwin’s past as a meteorologist with Peary. It notes costs around $800 and that ships must be strong to withstand arctic conditions. A reporter recounts aiding an immigrant woman over charges at Ellis Island and a secretive tour of a city baggage area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betl
White House
Genttleman
Fiid
Wiseet
Atle
Evne
North Pole
Explorer Baldwin
Baldwin
Lieut. Peary
Ramws
Heather
Damon
Vunenier Eavig
New York
Wiliam Zety
Zéleive
North Po
North Poly
Weed
Beotland
Ellis Island
Mat
Emalier
Expressman
Pussone Bers
Federal
New Citizens For Uncle Sam Adventure at Ellis Island
A fragmentary account describes a newspaper reporter recalling his odd mission for Grithan's readers to witness immigrant arrival at New York harbor. He narrates trials at the ferry dock, facing a ticket inspector and observing diverse passengers awaiting entry while federal scrutiny looms.
Delicate Dinner Dialog On Sugar In Benny Coffee
Mrs Perguason urges Benny to cut sugar in coffee while George notes the issue during dinner. Wally Pargison questions his guest Hepheen about inviting enough coffee with sugar amid a casual kitchen table exchange.
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George
Mrs. Perguaon
Benny
Mather
Wally
Pargison
Hepheen
Friendly Old Barn Inspires Twain Quip on Libraries
A Atlanta Constitution note recounts Mark Twain praising the barn as a place of genuine inspiration over formal libraries. He told Joel Harrington that the old barn, with hay and fodder, feels homely and sociable, a friend to genius, unlike authors who fear casual inquiry in libraries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Twain
Joel Chane Dor Harrig
Atlanta Constitution
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Manfrede
Uiem
Houbekeepers
Ted
Tan Mine
Avelya
Baktwin Ot
Menibure
Nikarty
Phare
Hallivin Enghed
Aid
William Zegurr
Evelyn B. Baldwin
Uncle Sam
Ty Constance Meerfield
Arin Seviell
New York Harbor
Torimgor Carebher
Grithan
Bilis Island
Essis Island
Montana Hardware Co
North Main St
Butts
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