Tobacco King's Divorce Case Draws Europe Wide Interest
The American magnate James Duke sues Lilian Duke for divorce with Major Frank Huntoon named as co respondent. Evidence from detectives details alleged post departure liaisons, secret meetings, and late night visits at Mrs Duke’s homes, with testimonies from Caleb Dula. The case drew global attention and was adjourned after opening proceedings.
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James Doke
Lilian
Frank Huntoon
Europe
Caleb Dula
Dula
Mr Duke
England
Daily Telegraph
Millionaires of the Middle Ages contrasted with modern wealth
Historian M. d Avenel compares medieval plutocrats with contemporary fortunes. He notes royal dowries, sugar refiners and chocolate makers held vast incomes, and that today’s rich exceed feudal wealth in both amount and numbers. The franc value is clarified as 944d.
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M. d'Avenel
Revue Des Deux Mondes
France
History to Milner Shield Line Bright Again
History to Lord Milner: "Leave your shield in my keeping. I shall make it bright again." Puneh delivers a motto-like quotation about rejuvenating loyalty and defense. The remark frames a pledge of renewed strength and protection in challenging times.
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Lord Milner
Puneh
Ladies' column tips on kitchen and household care
The column advises using whole spices in soups, boiling vegetables with cloves, and long pepper minutes for flavor. It notes tea cup stains, egg shell cleaning uses, plate glass scratch repair, and repurposing old hats for polishing furniture. It also observes tablecloth wear and inconsistent folds by laundresses.
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China
Practical Household Tips From a Past Page
The article offers home advice on cloth maintenance by trimming a small edge for fresh folds. It recommends borax around stoves and corners to combat cockroaches, with repeated applications after sweeping. It also suggests warming coffee with a touch of brandy to prevent collapse in severe burns and encourages girls to organize sports for activity while noting boys’ love of outdoor exercise.
Homely Fare Oxford Hare and Turin Pudding Recipe
Instructions for preparing Oxford Hare with spice marination and a roast style method. Includes spice mix, forcemeat stuffing, baking, and finishing gravy with port wine. Also provides a Turin Pudding recipe with short crust, apricot jam, butter sugar flour and vanilla, baking steps and meringue topping.
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Oxford
Turin
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M. de Lissa & Co. Ltd
George Street
Sydney
St. Andrew's Cathedral
Lies
Chamberlain Pitt Street
Government House
Grainus
Lamb’s Linoleum
A. H. Barnet & Co
Rockdale
Rockdale College
Rockd Bydney
Lady Robinson's Beach
Sans Souis
Benne Bay
the Heads
Church of England
Civil Service Board
Easboahnahad
Vasus
Telephone Aox
Australia
Trust & Roha
Moore Street
G.P.O
G.P.O., and 405 George Street
Dr. Waugh's Baking Powder
Ot Caning
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