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Newspaper
Georgetown Daily Item
Location
Georgetown, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1908
Page
2
The piece analyzes the phrase widow woman from roots in Old English to its persistence in modern speech. It cites linguistic shifts after the Conquest, biblical usage, Wycliffite texts, and Dickens as evidence, noting expletive-like emphasis and cross-century continuity. The discussion appears in Harper's Magazine.
The piece contrasts farmers thriving while Wall Street falters as a public finance barometer. It notes investors suffer but the public gains, likening the White House action to a surgeon lancing a boil and praising the decision as timely for national interests.
A reflection on children’s imagination inspired by Grahame Barrie and Carroll. The piece recalls playing house in a fig tree and makes believe as a real life adventure, noting how stories capture genuine childhood truth. The author considers this imaginative play a richly honest part of growing up.
Isaac M. Montgomery asserts yellow fever is not as dangerous as a cold and can be quickly treated if started early. He cites back head and calf pains as early signs and recommends large doses of castor oil, noting on the Isthmus saloons stock a big bottle for self treatment.
Two railway lines are under construction in the Malayan state of Pahang. The projects will open mineral and agricultural regions, boosting transport and trade in the region.
Grading is under way for a two mile stretch named as an extension to Griffin Avenue street railroad. Engineers claim no straight rail will exist in the route, covering blocks with continuous curves. The project aims to open up the highest residential tract in Los Angeles for future development.
More than two thousand applications for space have already been received in Prague for the complete industrial exposition scheduled for 1908. The high interest indicates broad participation from vendors and manufacturers seeking exposure at the event.
Actress Sarah Bernhardt denies retirement rumors saying she will perform until death and that she hopes for the fate Sir Henry Irving met, as reported in an interview. The exchange frames Bernhardt as an enduring star and mirrors Irving’s death.
The London Chronicle notes an ancient Roman belief in Venus the Bald worshipped in a temple. The tale links the goddess to Rome’s defense during invasions when brave women reportedly shaved their heads to fashion bowstrings for battle.
In a New York Tribune quote a dressmaker argues fashion is stubbornly constant. She cites blouse and bolero trends and notes velvet remains the lasting favorite despite demands for change.
A quotation outlines four types of wives based on how much they demand and give in marriage. It contrasts how, with good men, some wives are happy while with bad they break hearts, tyrannize, or divorce. It notes outcomes for generous and compatible partners as heaven or grave.
Witty New York Journal quips on gender roles and marriage dynamics. It notes a fiery temper, shared housework, bachelor independence, and the pressure on men to propose after a woman's dream confession. Phrase suggests social norms and playful stereotypes of couples.
The article notes a 18 month old Paris movement to ban large hats in theatres met with limited success. Some houses forbid hats or restrict seating, while others allow any size hats, with higher balconies exempt. It predicts Parisians will keep expressing hat choices when attending performances.
Readers note editors hostile to coeducation in campuses with mixed gender systems. Even when girls sit on boards, the editorials are often unkind and biased against coed representation.
The New York Sun notes that college leaders claim coeducation is a success, yet many facts contradict this. Western universities show the strongest tension with female students participating in activities while facing gender bias, even as some celebrate fundraising for athletics.
A New York Press item recalls a crowded car where a little nun entering prompted four men to rise and offer seats. Observers credit the gesture to faith and virtue, noting polite behavior toward a woman of goodness and the nun's dignified demeanor.
Fashion notes describe velvet rosettes as button substitutes for coats, popular yellow evening color, black caracal cloth furs, satin ribbon galands for Brussels net gowns, scalloped collars for dainty sacques, lace sleeve ruffles, and the importance of a well shaped petticoat for proper hang. Gray trends with bright color advised to avoid a cold effect.
Hr Empress Eugenie and suite sail from Marseilles for Colombo. Mme Anna Gould plans to sell French property and relocate to America. Ireland unrest will not stop Queen Alexandra from a west coast cruise. Margaret McNamee cited for striking a man with a pretty hand. Berlin autocab driving ends with Frau von Papp's retirement. Mrs Howard Gould's counsel calls him a sybaritic satyr after a milliner's bill suit. Eleanor Abbott leaves Lowell schools to write full time.
Reports show 8621 German bookbinders organized women workers. French railways fund pensions for employers. Brooklyn cutters push unionization. Chicago hospital superintendents form a union. Sydney Labor Council seeks unattached unions. Attempts to unite Brooklyn shoe workers. New York farmers plan August convention for better prices. NYC 125000 unemployed urged toward work measures. Lawrence MA to fund first industrial trade school. San Francisco Women’s Union League seeks a woman organizer for AFL outreach.
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