Diverse American religious sects led by Dowie rise in Zion City
A periodpiece survey lists Spiritualists Millerites Mormons Shakers andDowieism as notable American sects. It profiles John Alexander Dowie founder of Zion City Chicago noting his size forceful preaching widespread Leaflets of Healing and mass appeal drawing families to his movement. It traces Spiritualist growth since 1848 and references Millerite Adventist origins Mormon settlements and Brigham Young leading to Salt Lake prosperity while noting Shaker roots from England arriving in New York in 1775.
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Shakers and Dunkers in Early American Settlements
Katherine Pope surveys Shaker communities organized starting 1787 at New Lebanon New York led by Mother Ann highlighting spread to Maine New Hampshire Connecticut Massachusetts New York Ohio and Kentucky. The piece notes Shaker simplicity and industry and contrasts with Dunkers from Germany now in various states.
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Boundary tree reveals fix to Mariposa claim dispute
A long obscured boundary blaze in Mariposa County Cal emerged after months of search. The oak marked Boundary Tree 8 14 T 38 R 18E proved the line between competing claims, guiding a court to award judgment to the rightful company.
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Canada to Lead World Timber Supply Says Forester
E Stewart Canada’s forestry chief warns of looming global timber famine as demand rises. He cites rising imports in Britain, American pulpwood use, and limited future sources, urging a broad policy to conserve and develop Canada’s vast forests for long term revenue and jobs.
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Gossip of Fashion in a Woman’s Wardrobe for Modest Means
A fashion column surveys 1820 to Marie Antoinette inspired styles, praising fabric dyeing advances and Japanese influence. It advises on economical wraps and flannel outfits, detailing colors, fabrics, and accessories for daytime and evening wear while stressing practical, lasting wardrobe choices for women with limited budgets.
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Neglected tomb of Zachary Taylor near Louisville
A Cleveland Press correspondent visits Zachary Taylor's tomb, five miles from Louisville, and finds decay and corrosion. The resting place of the twelfth president holds little care, with rusted doors and few visitors, though Taylor led U S forces at Buena Vista and played a key role in Florida and Mexican campaigns.
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Rescue of Dolls and Fire Drill in New York Fire
A New York fire leaves 24 crippled dolls at a doll hospital run by a janitor as children beg rescuers for their toys. Fifteen recovered dolls are returned to owners. Also reports on coal briquettes cutting fuel costs, a 79 foot whale plaster cast for the National Museum, and a light Daily News cartoon exchange.
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New Hat Materials Shape Fashion in Felted Styles
The season features felted hats for warmth and street wear with roughened mohair and camel's hair surfaces competing with long nap beaver. Paris imports show beaver models for large hats while satin bands and ombre color borders decorate plain felt. Plush textures from Paris and Angora surface fabrics expand headwear options with leopard, tiger, ermines, and other prints in vivid color motifs.
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Individual Towels and Small Luxuries for Private Homes
A Washington Star feature discusses adopting small hotel size towels for private households, noting their practicality, lower laundry bulk, and personalized initials. It also mentions using small soaps for guests and shares a German honey cake recipe and tips on bedroom furniture, rugs, and décor to avoid clutter and promote cleanliness.
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