Catalpa Villa Beals Boarding House tale of Felix and Annabelle
Felix Dare, a musician in the Excelsior orchestra, boards at Mrs. Beals front room in Catalpa Villa where Annabelle, a former Vermont student, works as a chambermaid and violin student debt unfolds. Over weeks his music and quiet care win her, leading to a trolley ride and a vow that love will brighten the shabby street.
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Catalpa Villa
Felix Dare
Greenlawn
Hope Cottage
Catalpa
Feliz
Mia
Beals
Felix
Daniel Beals
Chicago
Dan Beals
Dan
Mrs. Beals
Mra
Mr. Dare
Annabelle
Mrs. Benls
Catala Villa
Vermont
Benzeet
Adolph Benzect
Widder
Dare
Only Thing She Didn’t Know Drives Own Horse
A Washington girl eager to drive a horse and carriage proves her skill by claiming she learned from grandpa last summer. She insists she knows how to drive, except for the commands gee and haw, prompting her father to question her. The anecdote highlights child ingenuity and rural charm.
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Washington
Revenge at Last: Cumrox Says He Is Getting Even
In a terse remark, Mr. Cumrox declares he will exact revenge after years of marital fault finding over mispronunciations. He notes his wife once criticized every mistake and now vows retribution.
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Mr. Cumrox
School Clothes For August And September Wardrobe
The piece advises mothers to outfit school age children for August and September, favoring home made garments with handwork and remodeling to save energy. It highlights blue serge and heavy linen trims, simple embroidery, and washable vestees and cuffs in natural linen to extend wear for woolen or linen dresses.
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Huarly
Fall motoring bonnets try to shade or cover eyes
A study of motor headwear for fall shows must have secure fit to resist wind and speed, comfort, and a pleasing look. It contrasts silk turbans with corduroy brimmed bonnets featuring elastic anchors and a soft silk crown.
Pie Standards Set for Bridesmaids Ornaments
Fragmentary note describes decorative pies and charms for bridesmaids. Reference to prices and design ideas appears in a brief bridal fragment.
Florida Recruits At Camp Dix Prove Witty In Interview
A Florida recruit at Camp Dix refuses a single handed charge against the Kaiser, asking if he must fight the entire gang. He jokes about his lodge ties and pallbearer role while others reveal odd family birthplaces and surprising claims as new uniforms arrive and drill orders are learned.
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Florida
Camp Dix
Gina-hankerin
Europe
United States
Virginna
Mosquito Repellent Tips From Kansas State Expert
Campers and tourists troubled by mosquitoes can gain relief using repellents. Professor George A. Dean of Kansas State Agricultural College suggests a mix of cedar oil citronella and camphor. One ounce cedar oil two ounces citronella two ounces spirits of camphor applied to skin or on a handkerchief can ward off mosquitoes. A cloth hung near the face while sleeping also helps when mosquitoes are active at night.
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George A. Dean
Kansas State Agricultural College
Bridge Across Suez Links Cairo to Palestine
An overlooked notice proclaims El Kantara swinging bridge over the Suez canal completed. The span connects Cairo with Palestinian cities, unites Asia and Africa, and facilitates direct railway communication, signaling a shift in regional accessibility.
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Suez Canal
el Kantara
Port Said
Cairo
Palestine
Egypt
Asia
Africa
Holy Land
Xerxes
Hellespont
Christendom
Christian Science Monitor
Hat and Blouse Shop Near British Munition Factory
A business idea opens a milliner shop beside a munition factory in Great Britain selling hats and blouses for girls. The plan faces a staffing challenge during busy hours, similar to a tuck shop at school gates.
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Great Britain
Christian Science Monitor
An Observing Frenchman
In Normandy a farmer posts a sign about horses taken to grass charging 1 franc for long tailed horses and 50 centimes for short tailed ones. The farmer explains the short tailed horse is distracted by flies and cannot graze while the long tailed horse can swat flies and eat.
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Normandy
Americans Open Korean Mine Venture in Pyongyang Area
The Seoul Press reports a new gold and silver mine at Chaldong Kuyongmyon Yangtok district South Pyongando with capital of 1,000,000 yen. Koreans subscribe 200,000 yen while Americans fund the remainder. Preparations proceed to build refinery and mine facilities.
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Seoul
Chaldong
Kuyongmyon
Yangtok District
South Pyongando
Behind the Barn. Father Hibrow Scolds Son on Smoking
A rural exchange shows Willie Hibrow caught smoking and his father rebukes him with sarcasm. The father mocks Willie’s supposed intelligence while labeling nicotine a sickening habit, highlighting tension about self restraint and habit.
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Father Hibrow
Ax Son
Willie Hibrow
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promoted as Reliable Remedy
An advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as the best cure for urinary, bladder, stomach, and kidney troubles. It claims rapid relief, urges immediate use, and notes money-back assurance if ineffective. promotes original Haarlem Oil with a Dutch origin.
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Haarlem
Tores
Holland
The Main Witness in Goat Assault Case
The record notes witnesses proving the plaints were assaulted by the defendant's goat. The defendant offered only the goat as rebuttal witness, and the goat appeared reluctant to testify. The piece reflects on how longer a man lives, the more opportunities he respects.
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