Fat Mouses Escape From Pantry Walls
Fatty Mouse and a friend decide to move from a crowded pantry wall to a distant home in another pantry. He hides behind boxes by day and eats at night, but a broom, a cat, and a dog chase him. He escapes outside, returns to his old pantry, and vows to stay, wary that many mice attract danger.
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Fat Mouse
Daltedt
Matty
Moya
Fatty
Atty Mouse
Fatty Mouse
Tatty
Sheemnie dance and mock quake style in odd slang
A rambled, slang filled inquiry about a dance by a performer called the sheemmie. The narrator jokes about shaking clothes, imitating earthquakes, and whether overdoing it spoils the act or harms eggs, asking for judgment on if the style is good or bad.
Beauty Chats by Edna Kent Forbes
Edna Kent Forbes notes the first wrinkle signals temporary health changes rather than age. She urges addressing health with tonics, olive oil if thin, blood-boosting aids, fresh air, sleep, and regular massage with cold cream. She emphasizes avoiding worry, as stress worsens wrinkles.
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Beauty
Edna Kent Forbes
St.2
How Do You Say It By C N Luke Pronoun Usage
A discussion explains proper pronoun case in American English. It contrasts correct form between you and me versus you and I and notes Let you and me go to the theater tonight as the proper objective usage.
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By C.N. Luke
Fc Payne
Two handed cup origin tied to safer drinking gesture
A historically described two handle cup used in cups of honor, with one man holding a handle and napkin while the other held the cover and second handle. The design allowed both participants to drink without risk of assault with a dagger or weapon, reflecting a violent day that preceded its use as a prize or testimonial.
Wealthy Man Seeks Quiet Life and Good Health
A mysterious speaker declares no holdings in polls or stocks and values a well paying job, a safe home, and kindness. He notes occasional indulgences to ease burdens from friends, while denying any known enemies and affirming self care, with a curious nod to Crosing and his "whores" in a poetic, archaic voice.
RE's ON Sister Exchange Over a Nickel to a Parlor
Bobbie recalls demanding a quarter after Jack offered a nickel to stay out of the parlor. He cites the high cost of living as the reason.
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Jack
Bobbie
In a Hurry Man’s Life And Folly In Modern Business
The piece warns that haste in business and personal matters leads to dyspepsia apoplexy ruin and ruinous outcomes. It sketches a man who moves quickly from eating to marriage to writing a will and ultimately death, all in a flurry. It concludes with a cautionary satirical note on hurried decisions.
Neckpieces That Compel Attention In High Collar Mode
Fashion notes praise the return of high collars and jabots with lace and net, praising wide frills, choker styles, and pin t pulled lace. Articles describe outfits for afternoon frocks, furs, turbans, and accessories like bow ribbons, feathered ostrich bags, and the ever present boutonniere as finishing touches.
Enchanting Evening Headdress Trends for Stylish Gowns
A lively look at fashionable evening headpieces and accessories. Silver gold and bronze leaf wreaths crown brows with ribbons and bows, mock jewels in jade amber turquoise, and pearl bead accents. Youthful pieces favor ribbons and delicate flowers while more dramatic styles use metal brocades for a regal touch.
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BO Tiuch
Mialke
Addreda
Ona
Paris
Jaca
Grub Family Discusses Pitcher Plant Trap
Grandaddy Grub explains how pitcher plants lure and drown insects in watery nectar. The little grubs boast their clever survival, thriving inside flytrap like tubes and planning to spin cocoons and fly away when ready.
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Cme
Grandaddy
Grandaddy Grub
Amelis
Fragmented street slang dialogue study in archaic markets
A fragmentary interview captures clipped exchanges about piping prices and hustler talk in a shabby alley. The speaker questions a youth about sourcing, pricing, and profits, with terse, rough dialect reflecting street commerce.
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