Detective Hurd plots to lure Paul Beecot into a web of suspects
In a London garret Hurd recruits Beecot to write a detective yarn while hinting that Hay and Mrs Krill may be linked to the Aaron Norman case. The dinner at Hay's rooms reveals Miss Krill's engagement to Hay and a web of lies as Hurd outlines motives and forged clues in a tense, unfolding mystery.
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Hani
Beecot
Wash
Meecot
Paul
Hurd
Grexon Hay
Lérd George Sandal
Lord
Hay
Count de la Tour
Fly
Aaron Norman
Pash
West End
Tiny
Norman
Krill
Srivie
Agron Norwas
Mra- Krill
Pasb
Ash
Gwynne Street
Fash
Scott
Leason
Miss Krill
Lord George
D A R Plans Continental Hall In Washington Centerpiece
The Daughters of the American Revolution will finish Memorial Continental Hall in April opposite the White House park in Washington near the Corcoran Gallery. The marble building features a 2000 seat auditorium to host the national congress and may serve as a cultural hub with a museum and library. Over $100,000 was raised in the last three years and a $200,000 loan funds completion bringing the project to about $500,000 total.
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Continental Congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Donald McLean
National Society
Continental
Facial massage guidance cautions against skin damage
An article warns that improper facial massage can stretch and damage the skin while exercises strengthen underlying fibers. It advises firm finger position, stationary contact, and astringent tonics after a thorough hot soak. It notes camphor tincture and benzoin tincture as common tonics and stresses the need for open pores before rubbing.
Engagement Luncheon Adds Hint of Rings and Cupid Cards
A girl plans an informal luncheon to announce her engagement to close friends. Centerpiece options include obtainable forget me nots or any preferred flowers with small blue shaded candlesticks. Napkins conceal imitation diamond rings for guests to discover and wear.
Facial Beauty Ritual for Festive Cheeks
The article describes a facial preparation method to achieve lasting color. It advises rubbing cold cream with upward circular motions, wiping off, repeating, washing with hot then cold water, drying, then using ice wrapped in a towel to rub the cheekbones for lasting color. It notes leather sponges as an alternative to create a rosy complexion.
Temptation to Vent Grievances Often Misleads
The piece warns that venting to friends when angered invites sympathy and colorfully paints the foe unfairly. It cautions that later, with cooler judgment, one may regret the unjust words and regret lively but biased portrayals echoed by confidants.
Fourteen titled women could sit in English House of Lords
An interesting fact about the suffrage movement notes fourteen women who, by rank, would be entitled to seats in the English House of Lords though none currently sit. Names mentioned include Lady de Ros, Lady Kinloss, Lady Beaumont, Baroness Clifton, and Baroness Wentworth, who may claim seats in the future if suffrage advances.
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House of Lords
Lady de Ros
Lady Kinloss
Beaumont
Baroness Clifton
Wentworth
The Value of Tears in Female Minds and Bodies
A discussion on tears as relief for nervous strain and danger when excessive. It urges control of crying, comparing habitual crying to drug use, noting crying can aid during severe grief but weakens mind and character if prolonged. It contrasts childish crying with mature restraint and urges a hearty cry only when it refreshes and strengthens.
The Unused Door as a Space Saver
The idle door recess is turned into a bookcase by adding two vertical boards and crosspieces for shelves using screws. Match woodwork or stain to blend with the door and casing. A curtain or painting can decorate the space with a stand and drapery to fill the area.
Needlework notes and sewing trims for lightweight wool items
Hemming wool fabrics should be done by hand with a short silk needle to avoid tight twists and produce a prettier edge. Use fabric ravelings as a matching thread substitute to hide any stray stitches. Striped ensembles guide stripe direction on coat and skirt. Coats feature band trimming without buttons and fancy silk braids for jumper waists. Traveling sets from printed cretonne include a chintz covered shoe box with ribbon hinges and compartments for toiletries, the lid padded to hold pins.
Woman Vanity Compared to Men in Personal Admiration
The text argues that women are less swayed by admiration than men. It claims women lack natural vanity and remain steady when complimented. It states pretty women already know their looks and that those who are unattractive exaggerate their self-image.
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Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Anna Howard Shaw
Brave Fire Captain Crosses Cable to Escape Inferno
In a city fire a firefighter on an eight story roof risked a perilous swing along a roof cable to reach a neighboring building. Rescue crews cut the line, lowered a wire, and caught him in a net about twenty five feet from the street. The feat proves truth is stranger than fiction.
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Chicago News
Tongue Twister Contest Passages From London Paper
A London paper ran a tongue twisting prize series with playful lines. Readers respond with phrases like Two toads totally tired tried to trot and Susan shineth shoes and socks. The piece includes a poem about Polly Pigeon toes and a note from St. Nicholas.
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London
Tedbury
Stephen Stringer
Susan
Haddock
Bhick
Ted Haddock
Oliver Oglethorp
Oliver Oslethorp
Olver Oglethorp
Spell ferment and give its definition
A schoolteacher asks a pupil to spell ferment and define it. A diminutive girl offers the spelling and meaning, then the lesson asks for a sentence. The pupil prefers outdoor play over classroom work, and the teacher struggles to hold back a smile at the earnest yet humorous exchange.
Humming Bird Uses Cobwebs as Lightning Shield
In Australia a humming bird protects its nest from a thunderstorm by covering its exterior with cobwebs. Silk, a nonconductor of electricity, makes the nest effectively lightning proof according to the report.
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Australia
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Fergus Hume
Mra. Kril
Okaly
Mra Kril
Maud
Tool
Jay
Beccat
George Sandal
Aurora Qian
Maud Krill
Widcow
Sanda
Continental Halls
D. A. R. Memorial Continental Ball
Trey Taix
Orpheus
Bulwer Lytton
Polly
St. Nicholas
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