Notable Figures and Oddities From The Hall of Fame
The piece notes L Gurdett-Coutts at ninety, Henry Dreher becoming president of the National Association of Piano Dealers in Buffalo, and royal and diplomatic curiosities. It mentions King Edward’s Dalkeith visit cost, Duke of Buccleuch spending about $25 000, explorer Sauvage Landor in the Sulu Celebes area, and Loubet’s lavish Berlin embassy setup. It also covers Charlemagne Tower’s Berlin residence, Ex-Governor Johnson of the Chickasaw Nation, John L. Griffiths studying Harrison’s papers, and the Marquis of Anglesey adopting an orphan girl in Sweden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L Gurdett-Coutts
Henry Dreher
Cleveland
National Association of Piano Dealers
Buffalo
Edward
Dalkeith Palace
Duke of
Loubet
France
Chateau de Mazene
Cpet Marsane
M. Loubet
Storee
Vienna
Storer
Charlemagne Tower
Germany
Berlin
Johnson
President Harrison
Mr. Griffiths
Mr. Harrison
Indianapolis
Marquis of Anglesey
Sweden
Anglesey Castle
Horses and trainers forecast for racing season
The report notes Darwin at 2 13 moving to Cleveland matinees, Metallic clocking 2 11, Ribbonwood setting an Australian record 2 10, and Readville 2 19 by John Cleary. Mentioned are Gage of Buffalo health, Lord Derby condition, and trainers Stone Cleary Humphreville with various horses and tracks across Worcester Lexington Readville and Ca lais Mo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Cleveland
Gage
Buffalo
Memphis
Ribbonwood
John Conley
Lexington
Bell Bird
Beautiful Bell
Charter Oak
Lord Derby
Jake Stone
Worcester
Mass
John Cleary
Direct Hal
Village Farm
K. G. Billiogs
Aviv Lou Dillon
Geers
Jesse Humphreville
Calais
J. M. Johnson
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Promoted Across Stores
The notice touts DeWitt & Co as makers of a genuine Witch Hazel Salve named DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve which heals without leaving a scar. It claims cures for piles, burns, bruises, eczema and skin diseases and lists Rover's City drug store Screems windows and Birkbeck's as selling points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt & Co
DeWites
DeWitt
Rover
Birkbeck's
Bright Indiana Woman Breaks Barriers as U S Assistant Attorney General
Miss Floy V. Gilmore of Elwood becomes the first woman named to a top post in the Philippine Islands civil government. A Michigan alumna and Indiana bar admittee, she rose from clerk to legal authority through study and ambition while serving E Finley Johnson at the University of Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Miss Floy V. Gilmore
Miss Gilmore
United States
Philippine Islands
A.M. Gilmore
Elwood, Ltd
University of Michigan
E. Finley Johnson
Miss Gilmore Career Rise in Philippine Service
Miss Floyd V. Gilmore rises from stenographer in the attorney general’s office to assistant attorney general in the Philippines after study and civil service exams. Appointed by Governor Taft, confirmed by the Philippine Commission and the War Department, she earns a salary boost from 1100 to double. The piece also discusses advice on coping with being jilted, urging resilience and continued faith in love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Floy V. Gilmore
Tually
Johnson
Philippines
Miss Gilmore
Taft
Philippine Commission
War Department
Nervous Woman Found Cure in Short Posing Sessions
An observed nervous woman improves by daily two hour posing periods with rests, suggesting silent home practice can ease nerves. The method mirrors a professional model's stillness, offering rest and renewed power, even when one cannot pose for others.
Restoring gold leaf and the case for rational skirts
The article details gilding gilding techniques using salts of tartar, shellac varnish, and gold leaf with careful steps, then pivots to a critique of the modern skirt. It argues that skirts hinder movement and health but proposes rational, hygienic designs suitable for women in sports and daily wear.
Leather Trappings by a Clever Artisan in Calf Skin
A Brooklyn Eagle report profiles a resourceful woman who uses calf skin in its natural state to cover small tables footstools taborets portfolios book racks wall pockets and music stands. She designs all pieces in natural wood with polish or stain and sells from her home parlors, building a profitable business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn Eagle
Hints for Farmers Agricultural Spirit
An exhortation to farmers to value agriculture, warning that local disrespect for farming lowers land value. It argues communities with proud farmers gain influence and property value, while critics harm themselves. It notes urban growth outpacing land for food and urges preservation of agricultural spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Stockman and Farmer
Freeland High and community events calendar listing
Freeland High school commencement at Grand Opera House June 25 with tickets 10 and 15 cents. July events include Passion Play at St John’s Catholic Church, Good Wills Social Club picnic at Public Park, Tirolese drama at John Van Aehall, and Citizens Hose Company parade and picnic. Also an ad touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure sold by Grover’s City City drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeland High School
Grand Opera House
St. John’s
Wash Silk Waists Cleaning Method
Wash silk waists by soaking in a suds of benzine and white soap. Rinse in fresh benzine and dry without pressing. If wrinkled, iron with a warm flat iron after drying. do not iron when wet. Rinsing solution may be saved if settled and drained. Delicate fabrics may be cleaned this way.
Howe Words Inspire Youth and Soldiers in American Anthem
Senator Hoar praises Julia Ward Howe for her ode that inspired the nation. He notes she cannot vote yet her verses will guide future generations and motivate soldiers in liberty fights for centuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia Ward Howe
Senator Hoar
Republic
Julian Ward Howe
America
Delicious Luncheon Dish Sketch with Mutton Chop Stew
A recipe describes cooking two cupfuls of cold mutton chop ped in quartered cubes with cold gravy minced onion and kitchen bouquet. Boil the mixture and arrange a ring of plain boiled rice around the platter with parsley garnish and pour the steaming mixture into the center.
Ramble in Russia reveals quirky facts of empire
In Russia brandy consumption runs high at about six quarts per person annually. An island off Cape Ruszkij Savorot drifted free prompting a rescue by government steamer. Aluminium horse shoes outperform iron in cavalry tests. A court rules cotton bale can conceal flame the fire may burst forth weeks later. Soldiers must carry handkerchiefs bearing life like soldier imagery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Cape Ruszkij
Empire
The Complexion and Delicate Skin Care Warned
The passage warns that skin complexion mirrors body health and should not be neglected. It cautions against tampering with skin care as one would avoid neglecting digestion or lungs, stressing careful treatment of delicate skin.
Punishment Methods Reported From Indian Schools
London Express criticizes colonial discipline noting at least forty two techniques, highlighting punishments nine and ten as particularly severe. Nine requires a pupil to alternate rising and sinking with a hand under the leg and the nose. Ten uses a long stick under the knees with tied thumbs and big toes, leaving the student trussed in a corner to reflect on fault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
London Express
Pearl millet and medical notices in brief
The bulletin from the United States Department of Agriculture by Carlton R. Ball discusses pearl millet varieties and best harvest timing for forage and hay. It also promotes DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a laxative, with testimonials, and notes availability at Grover’s City Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Carlton R. Ball
W. H. Howell
Houston Tex
Bob Moore
Lafayette
DeWitt
Grover
City
Lavatory and Fireplace Cleaning Tips From Old Advice
A vintage guide suggests cleansing lavatory pipes with salt overnight to dissolve buildup and flush clean water in the morning. It also advises sprinkling tea leaves among ashes to lift ashes and reduce dust when cleaning a fireplace.
Rhode Island Governor backs woman suffrage
Governor Garvin of Rhode Island declares support for woman suffrage and predicts adoption in Rhode Island and New England, noting it has worked well in other states and will prevail in the Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garvin
Rhode Island
Currency by Flint Slabs Halts Yap Trade Deal
A hardware firm representative in Yap, Caroline Islands, failed to establish a trading connection because the natives use stone slabs as money. The slabs vary from the size of a dinner plate to a wheel, serving as the only currency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yap
Caroline Group
Kodol Digests What You Eat Ad for Bottled Digestive Aid
An advertisement describes Kodol Digests What You Eat with bottles for sale at 1.00 each, regular size, holding double the trial size priced at 50 cents. Prepared by E. C. DeWitt & Co Chicago Ill, Grover's City Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. Dewitt & CO
Chicago
Ill
Grover’s City Drug Store
Rail schedule notes Hazleton to Wilkesbarre and connections
Hazardous OCR notes a June timetable for the Lehigh Valley area detailing Hazleton to Wilkesbarre and intermediate points. It lists hourly departures from Hazleton to Wilkesbarre, connections via Conyngham and Nescopeck Pass, and special arrangements for Sunday service. Passenger fares and excursion tickets are advertised with agent names Alvan Maivelle and Alf Hagen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yajilkeshakief
Hazleton Rall
Broad and
Weoming Street
Hazleton
Wilkesbarre
Conyngham Paas
Beleol
St. Johns
Teipaieset
Vondluereres
Sedley Tion
Alvan Maivele
OW. Thompson
Alf. Hagen
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Freeland Tribune
Buckley
THE
Tribune Printing Company, Limited
P. B. McTighe
Thos. A. Buckley
Freeland
Preeland, PA
the Hall OF Fame
Shis
New York American
Jim Dumps
Miss Dumps
Sunny Jim
Mus
J. Linpiry Keene
City City Drug Store
da Enne
Avorite
Emedy
Alexandra
Lamartine
David
Gough
Wm. Wehrman
Centre Street
E High Valley Railroad
Jeddo
Lumber Yard
Weatherly
Mauch Chunk
Allentown
Bethlehem
Easton
Philadelphia
New York
West
Alentown
Keston
Philadelphis
Delano
Mahin
Shenandoah
Mt. Carmel
Battle
Sandy Run
Joe Weatherly
Alfench
Hethiehem
Philadelpus
Malvority
Car
Chunk
Almou
Woeeterly
Alventowy
Bethlenen
Philadelhi
Bow York
Mauch Chunk Wacherly
Bannity
Mt. Darinim
Chiehem
Manchotherly
Mabaioy City
Conault Ticket Agents
Driton
Oneida Junction
Harwood Rnad
Himboldt Road
Oneida
Sheppton St
Nalton Junction
Harwood
Cranberry
Tombhicen
Deringer
Horeton Junction
Harwoo Road
Humboldt Road
Sheppton
Beaver Meadow
Hate Brook
Eckley
Drifton
Hyston Junction
Beaver Meadow Road
To & Son
Hazle Brook
Kifter
Rston
P. KR
Stiecdaed
Huntbury
Harrisburg
Pointe West
Hazleton Junction
Jeanesville
Audenried
Luther ©. Smith
J Bile Vkaction Company
Jonyee
O. M. Rumt
Gen. Puss
W. G. Bester
Geners Manner
C. Nyone
Munroe
Tle Scientific American
Imunw & Go
St. Washington
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