Holy Jumpers of Weston Seek Blessing Through Faith Alone
A New Jersey farm community of about 80 acres near Weston, with around 30 adults and many children, follows a co operative religious system led by Alma White and Brdwell. They rely on prayer and oil anointing for healing, ban meat and fish, and conduct daily prayers and extended worship including dance and singing. Officials warn deaths due to neglect may be manslaughter. state investigations have begun after a death and a case of religious mania.
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New York
New Jersey
Somerset County
Weston
Reading
Bound Brook
Elijah” Dowie
Broadway
Brother Harman
Harman
Ket
Alma White
Denver
The
Methodist Church
Pentecostal Union
Pillar of Fire
Wesley
White
Delaware and Raritan Canal
Scoff
Brook Jrorm
Zarephath
Miriam
Israel
Atlantic
Pacific
Bridwell
Purple Woman
Babylon
Paterson
Newark
New Brunswick
Somerville
Philadelphia
William C. Long
Long
Glenn Plank
Jesus
Camping Out in the Orchard Tent Storm Rescue
The elder boys Irvishe Ralph and Percy take a new tent to camp in the orchard while younger brothers Don Denny and Billy miss out. A fierce thunderstorm tears the tent apart and Towser saves Billy as their father rescues them, ending with hot chocolate by the fire.
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Irvishe
Ralph
Percy
Don
Denny
Billy
Mamma
Papa
Irving
Towser
Elizabeth Hill
Pendulum Glass Trick Suspends Water with Cardboard
A portable pendulum trick uses a glass covered by a waxsealing cardboard square and a string to hang from a ceiling hook. Greasing the rim and using a sturdy cup ensure no air leaks so the glass can be swung safely all day.
Gliding Boat From Paris Introduces Antoinette Motor
A new gliding boat built in Paris by Levasseur and Levi features a light pointed main section connected to a 30 foot tail by a two foot platform. The 50 horsepower eight cylinder Antoinette motor powers a shaft to the tail propeller, allowing rapid movement in calm and rough water.
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Paris
Levasseur and Levi
Business Appreciation and Rosa Matchmaking
A speaker praises Levi as a strong man of business who has marked Rosa for marriage. He recalls Levi previously obtained payment for items, indicating a prior financial interaction between them.
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Herr Hirsch
Levi
Rosa
Youthful Thespian Tells Hit Making Apothecary Scene
A Lambs grill room anecdote recounts a young actor who, on his first tour, played the Apothecary in Romeo and Juliet. His comic trick of making the Apothecary feign a deathly fit drew cheers and an encore, illustrating how a small role can yield a big hit.
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The
Lambs
Legitimate
Romeo-Claude Melnotte
Marc Anthony
Lyceum
Daniel Webster
Apothecary
Romeo
N. Y
Prince Demonstrates Fire by Rubbing Sticks on Beach
A Harvard visiting Malay prince shows how to start a beach fire by rubbing a sharpened wooden peg in a groove carved in an oak log. After five minutes smoke appears, a flame joins straw, and clams are roasted using the improvised fire. The method relies on a groove and a pointed peg.
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Harvard
Mark Twain
Waiting for More From a Child Brother Promise
A child named Jennie refuses to part with her new baby brother saying she will share only after she has many more siblings. The judge quotes the fragment as a moral tale about patience and family.
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Jennie
An Unexpected Calamity in a Domestic Burst
A New York weekly item reports a domestic mishap where water pipes burst at night causing property trouble. A husband hoped for a diamond necklace, but the wife advised against it amid the incident.
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N. Y
The City of Casualties Reference in Y Weekly
Citizens discuss a wounded man with a broken nose, missing ear, and bandaged forehead, speculating about his service in the Spanish war or dives in New York, as noted in Y Weekly.
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New York
No. Y
How to Mend Granite Ware with Sulphur and Black Lead
Instructions describe fusing equal parts sulfur and black lead and melting a portion in the hole with a hot iron to solder cracks in granite ware. The remedy is aimed at sealing breaks and restoring the vessel.
Twilight Word Games On Grandpa Farm
A summer visit to grandpa's farm ends with Bob and Jennie playing a twilight word game. They transform words by changing letters from pig to hen and door to moon, finally matching oats to calf through a chain of steps. Their grandma checks in as they persist, then fall asleep before evolving more word ladders.
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Bob
Jennie
Grandpa
Grandma
Bib for the Baby Crochet Pattern Instructions
Instructions for a baby bib using No 8 crochet cotton or Andalusian wool. Begin with 8 chains, work double crochets and joined stitches, shaping neck by alternating increases and decreases. Continue rows for 24 rows, then finish with rounds around outer and inner edges, creating a loosely worked decorative bib.
Make Your Bait Box From Lath for Fishing Trips
A Philadelphia Ledger notice explains building a simple bait box using two eight inch square lumber pieces and sixteen foot long laths. It cautions hammering nails straight with the grain to avoid splitting and notes how to form a lath door with India rubber hinges.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Inventor patents new nickel-in-the-slot design
A New York Weekly item notes an inventor patenting a nickel-in-the-slot machine touted as entirely new and reliable. The piece humorously contrasts the idea with capitalism's demand for money, implying skepticism about a flawless device.
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N. Y
Powder needs exceed half the projectile weight for rapid guns
Modern large rapid firing guns require roughly half their projectile weight in powder to fire. This rule of thumb guides ammunition design and logistics for high rate of fire weapons.
Neighbors Appeal Over Piano Interruption for Flute Start
A neighbor asks a father to limit piano playing for two weeks so his son can start on the flute. The exchange pauses for question and clarification as the family discusses the unusual request.
Now we've come to a hitch in the proceedings
A humorous line from a horse narrator notes a delay in the master’s plans at the blacksmith shop. The wry aside hints at a stalled process in a rural setting with the animal speaking. No further context or names are provided in the readable text.
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Zarephath
Birth Stones by Month Listed for Readers
Mme. Merri repeats the monthly birth stones list for readers and asks them to keep it for reference. The stones are January garnet February amethyst March bloodstone April diamond May emerald June mass agate July ruby August sardonyx September sapphire October topaz November topaz December turquoise. Also notes serving sequence for wedding reception and suggests including Mr. and Mrs. Blank on the announcement cards.
Kaffee Klatch at the Summer Cottage
Barbara asks how to host a Kaffee Klatch on a porch gathering at a summer cottage. She wonders whether to serve tea or cold meats and seeks simple, suitable hosting steps for a casual social.
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Barbara
Kaffee Klatch Traditions in German Afternoon Tea
A Kaffee Klatch means coffee and chatter and is a favored afternoon pastime in Germany. The simple service centers on coffee and light pastries with no meat. Coffee cakes with apples fruits nuts and whipped cream are common accompaniments.
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Germany
At a Home Wedding Announcement Etiquette
A reader asks how to address wedding announcements when only the husband’s name is known and the dining room is small. The correct envelope form should honor the wife’s name when possible to avoid slight and ensure proper etiquette.
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Madame Merri
Jane
After the Ceremony Guests Are Seated For Dining Room
Following the ceremony guests are invited to the dining room. They are seated along the wall and in nearby arrangements to optimize space and comfort, with tables set attractively for the meal.
Evening in Scotland Characters and Books
Heather Bell proposes a program featuring memorable Scottish figures and classic literature. Potential characters include a prudent laird, a spirited bard, a skilled bagpiper, a keen distiller, and a loyal clan chieftain. Book ideas span Rob Roy, Sunset Song, Kidnapped, The Master of Ballantrae, and The Gaelic Tales.
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Scotland
Heather Bell
Classic Scottish Works Highlight Library Picks
Readers are directed to a library display featuring Robert Burns era novels and adventure titles such as The Heart of Midlothian and Rob Roy alongside historical novels like Ivanhoe. Staff note many more suggestions available for borrowing.
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Midlothian
Annié Laurie
Rob Roy
Question Letter on Nursing Training and Entry
A reader named Genievieve asks for guidance on becoming a nurse. She seeks details on when to apply, where to obtain applications, minimum age, high school requirements, length of training, and starting salary. She requests comprehensive answers to all queries.
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Madame Merri
Genevieve
Madame Merri Clarifies Hospital Employment Rules
In a letter Madame Merri explains that a leading Chicago hospital answered the questions, noting age eighteen, a high school background, and likely graduation. The three year course includes two months probation with four dollars monthly pay for uniforms and books.
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Madame Merri
Chicago
The Butterfly Vanity Bag and Pocket Mirror
A silver gilt butterfly vanity case with outstretched wings holds powder puff mirror change and calling cards, priced at 45 dollars. A dainty pocketbook mirror, marked 9.50, features double glass magnifying one side and a reflective side with an artistic twisted wire gold frame.
Chamois Leather Jackets Shine In New Fall Couture
Leading couturiers unveil chamois skin jackets noted for fine thin skin and light warmth. The coats are loose and shaping at the back, fronts open to show lace, lawn, or mousseline blouses. Sleeves may be slashed to reveal delicate blouse sleeves or be sleeveless.
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Couturieres
Green straw hat with gray speckled wings on display
A late summer fashion note describes a green straw hat with a white linen suit. The hat features a bell shape and is trimmed with green silk drapery and two large gray speckled wings, with a second pair of softly shaded green wings cascading over.
Silk Color Color Preservation By Salt Rinse
Silk color preserved by salt in cold water. Soak briefly in cold water with a pinch of salt to minimize color running during washing.
Colors of the Moment Highlight Heraldic Theme
The piece outlines the leading color palette for current expression, emphasizing heraldic green buff soft gray vellum and sea holly blue as dominant tones for design and styling.
Summer Millinery Trends Highlight White and Violet
The piece notes two striking hat trends for midsummer: pure white hats, praised for their cool, summery effect, and a growing use of violet hues. These shades are paired with white ensembles or coordinated with violet coats to create striking looks.
Trunk Tray Covers Described as Gift Idea
A fall themed gift idea features trunk tray covers crafted from gray or natural linen with a large embroidered initial in white cotton floss. They are placed over trunks to cover packed clothing, providing both usefulness and decoration.
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Mme. Merri
Mrs. Blank
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