Richmond 1865 The Varneys and Thorne Secret
The Varneys endure a tense night as Confederate forces clash near Richmond in spring 1865. Edith Varney seeks Thorne’s loyalty while Bir Arrelsford suspects a coded telegram. Wilfred returns wounded but defiant as Caroline aids him and Mrs Varney balances secrets. Edith may face confrontation over a forged order from Thorne.
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Mra. Varney
Wilfred
Aderals
Ricmond
Edith Varney
Davis &Commission
Capt
Thorne
Hichmond
Capt. Thorne
Edith
Fis
Arrelsford
Confederate Secret Service
Jonas
Randolph
Thorna
Gseniig
Thorne Ia
Wriar
Serrelsford
Richmond
Varney
Moving Air A Regenerator In Localities Without IH Effect
An observed belief argues that ground sleeping can offer hygienic gains in healthy climates and where air circulates freely. The piece notes vent gaps and reflected light effects in apartments and discusses candor, flattery, and social tact in conversation.
Practical Fashions Lady's Dress Pattern 6406
Describes a blouse with rounded front collar and inner vest, detachable back for overblouse look, two gore skirt with front fas ten details. Pattern 6406 fits busts 34 to 42 inches. materials listed include figured goods, plain goods, satin for collar and girdle, and lace. Send 10 cents to Pattern Department with name and address.
GIRE'S APRON PATTERN FOR CHILDREN 2 TO 10 YEARS
Pattern 6130 offers a single piece apron with round neck openings shoulder extensions a pocket and front back fasteners. It uses lizen gingham and white crossbar lawn with sizes 2 4 6 8 10 years requiring 13% yards of 27 or 36 inch material. Send 10 cents to pattern department with size and number. A cat caused a fire in Port Glasgow when a hot cinder fell from the hearth onto fur and clothing, igniting the room.
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Pattern Department
Port Glasgow
Renfrew
Boy vows to bring home fish in playful family chat
Mrs Fly easter tells her son to be successful and bring back fish. He replies he can get them if any exist and adds to take his pocketbook for bait. The exchange, noted by the Kansas City Star, carries a light, nostalgic tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Varney
Cranklin Street
Thorne
Artilery
Caroline Mitford
Edith
Arrelsford
Mrs. Vartey
Jonas
Bre. Varney
Flere
Mrs. Vartney
General Varney
Wilfred
New York Burroughs Named After Cocktails
A brief cartoon caption contrasts urban identity with a judge’s quip. The dialogue hints at how two New York boroughs were nicknamed after cocktails, prompting readers to judge the city’s character for themselves.
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New York
Skeller
Pape's Diapepsin and Dodds Kidney Pills Advert
A U S ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast safe remedy for dyspepsia indigestion and related stomach issues claiming relief on contact with the stomach. It cites a clergyman testimonial for Dodds Kidney Pills noting swelling relief and renewed vitality after use. Includes an offer for a free household hints and national anthem music packet.
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Pape
Andy
Edmund Ueslop
Wieton
E. Healop
Dodds Kidney Pills, Inc
Dodds Medicine Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Frea
French Prince's Dinner Remark On Marriage Ends With American Woman
At a New York dinner the prince of Monaco quipped about marriage. He claimed a French woman gains liberty and an English woman loses her person. After a pause a debutante pressed, "And the American woman?" The prince concluded, "The American woman continues to do as she likes."
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Prince of
Monaco
New York
A Woman’s Heart, She Refuses a Husband
A dialog from New York Weekly presents a woman stating she does not love her suitor enough to wed, offering friendship and wishing happiness. He resolves to marry someone else, while she anxiously pleads for another day to reconsider.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Weekly
Airship Builder Reveals Lofty Plans
Literal News reports that T met Tones and learned his business plans are in the air. The exchange notes that he builds airships, signaling a venture centered on airborne craft and speculation about its future directions.
Crusty Smith’s Father Was a Baker, Witty Quote
A humorous remark from the Bullimore American notes that Smith’s father once worked as a baker, explaining the subject’s crusty reputation with a playful line about bread and personality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Bullimore American
Family Of Five All Drank Coffee From Infancy
A farmer from Iowa reports five children drank coffee since infancy and recovered health after switching to Postum. The letter cites heart trouble in parents and a weak digestive history in a son, claiming Postum cured ailments. The ad promotes Regular and Instant Postum with a slogan There’s a reason.
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Iowa
Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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Ecret Service
Sam. Gillette
Cyrus Townsend Brady
Edgar Bert Smith
Dov
Mra, and Company
Gauroline
Telegraph Office
Secret Service Department
Acraisford
Mim. Varney
Carolina
Caroline
Mrs. Var
Sirs. Varney
Cemetery Hill
Commission
Wifred
Mei
Ous
Gire
E. Hessop
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