Unwritten Law in Europe and the Thaw Case Examined
The piece surveys unwritten law across Europe, citing duels and penalties for insult, delving into Archduke Otto, Col. Wellesley, and Francis Joseph’s interventions. It applies the concept to the Thaw affair, arguing Thaw would be justified only if White insulted Mrs Thaw in the act, given her past relationship with White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanford White
Harry Thaw Ber
Warren Ux Ppeine
Peel
England
Frederick Wellesley
Earl Cowley
Tf Nearone
Wallton
Great Britain
Vienna
Col
Wellesbor
Count K
Senate
Wellesley
Jainice Revee Papa
Raccanee
John del- Ser van Heerlen
Castries
Wollesey
Col. Wellesley
Queen Victoria
Francis Joseph
Archduke Otto
Sion
Atlantic
Marie Josepha
A. D
Europe
Thaw
Harry Thaw
Madison Square Roof Garden
White
New York
Paris
New York World
Desperate Risks for Freedom Stories of Escapes at Sea
The article recalls convicts fleeing for liberty across oceans and land, from Searle at Dartmoor dodging recapture to Willehad’s rescue of six French escapees adrift after crossing two thousand miles. It notes other daring escapes from New Caledonia, Dutch New Guinea, and Russia's jails, including eight men from a Manila harbor ship and shark-infested waters weighed by leg irons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esapes
Willehad
Sydney
Bismarck Islands
New Britain
New Caledonia
Sealet
Australia
Levant
Mouchard
Sumatra
Merouke
Dutch New Guinea
Tagaris
Hemneland
Vasa
Finland
St. Petersburg
Mannish Turn-Down Collar Returns to Fashion
An old fashion revived, the linen mannish turn-over collar becomes a conspicuous feature of feminine neckwear. Once banished by dutch neck frocks, it reappears as an improved neckline option praised for its neck coverage and style.
Mother Goose Mystery Party and Lenten Charity Plans
A lively invitation event uses Mother Goose characters with rhymes as the game, prizes include a goose quill pen and a child’s copy of Mother Goose. Lent includes “poverty breakfasts” with charity boxes and an evening of old fashioned attire, crafts, and social games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M Fust
Mary Goose
Mother Goose
Boston
Paul Revere
Modes in Coats and Tramp Balls Fashion Notes
The season features short pony coat styles hip length with large steel or smoked pearl buttons and semi fitting backs. Brown seal coats and mink shades appear with Parisian flair and pink embroidered accents. Old mink collarettes can be renewed and a tiny fur Eton coat pairs with winter outfits. Tramp balls replace calico parties with barn venues and rustic decor inviting hoboe costumes and Dutch lunches.
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Washington
Fashion Tips New and Novel Hats and Lingerie Styles
Read about fresh Frenchy hat curls under brims and lingerie waist in light albatross with lace, plus black waist styles in silk and lace. New gold bead necklaces, vests for children, reusable fabric scraps, and seasonally practical ideas for belts and stockings. The piece notes empire fashion fading, blue and green tones, and domestic advice from The Commoner.
Peach Cocktail and desserts from vintage kitchen notes
A collection of fruit cocktails and desserts detailing peach based drinks with cherry liqueur options, chilled peaches on ice, and a peach ice cream sundae style serving. Also includes care guidance for bed sores, fever thirst guidance, and practical notes on cut flowers, grilled onions, and stewed figs with tips and measurements.
Changing Dishes and Domestic Tips from a 19th Century Column
Cleaning tips advise rubbing discolored cheese baking dishes with whiting and sponging grease marks from book pages using benzine and blotting paper. A market note reports renewed efforts to enter England with Queensland arrowroot from fresh canna edulis. A dialogue scene shows a woman and man debating money lending and marriage, followed by a Wellington-style moral about small details revealing character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queensland
Creditors and critics clash in a chain of quotes
A Washington Star feature notes a strategist saying enemies pursue relentlessly and a senator plans to let the chatter fade. The Baltimore American quips about a wife declining a sale while one European dealer complains of Americans buying art and the risk of misidentifying fakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Baltimore American
Also Mentioned on This Page
Harry K. Thaw
Meyerling
Emperor of
Austria
Marie Vetsera
Stephanie
Prince Baldwin
Brussels
Louise
Baldwin of
Belgium
Leopold
Edward Parker Dea ‘Con
A. Abeille
Wellsley
Orient
Archduke Orro
Les
Deacon
Lowaro Paki
Dartmoor
Searle
Reouise
Lother
Medeira
St. Gall
Teneriffe
Galeotti
Eton
Bermuda
Papa
Paps
Gigent Hocking
Valle
W. H. Fisher
Coumeus
Cincinnat
Louisville
Chattanooga
J. A. Williamson
Toledo
Ohio
D. G. Edwards, P. T. M. Cincinnati
CH. & D. Railway
Deaniere
Dayton Iy Bamittoa
North Bound
Vis
Ron Roe
Ermards
Bill Heads
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