Notorious Murderer Maud Confesses Long Held Crimes
Maud unveils a chilling confession detailing decades of violence and murder. She claims responsibility for killing Krill and Lady Rachel, reveals a scheme to seize a brooch and money, and taunts Sylvia with horrific deeds. Deborah arrives to stop further harm as the scene escalates toward confrontation.
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Sylvia
Paul
Rachel Sandal
Lady Rachel
Maud
Jessop
Krill
Hay
Norman
Gwynne Street
Beecot
Vash
Tray
Hokar
Bhowanee
Judson’s
Pash
Miss Krill
Krik
Judson's
Sn Snger
Rachel
Read Aloud Daily to Improve Pronunciation and Breath
A historic doctor advised a patient to read aloud daily for lung benefit. The piece argues readers vary in skill, warns against strained or artificial delivery, and urges natural, clear enunciation. It notes reading aloud reveals mispronounced words and suggests training children to read aloud beyond school.
Ventilating Shade Prefers Open Air Sleep
The piece argues against sleep with closed windows and condemns vitiated air. It notes the old fear of night air fading and compares shades to sails or flags, suggesting the need to open windows for better air circulation.
Ventilating blind as remedy for drafty windows
A window shade that is lowered to vent draft is unsafe and ineffective. A ventilating blind can be created by detaching the shade from its roller and adding coarse canvas or open material to create a porous surface that allows air flow while reducing direct drafts. When not in use the modification remains hidden and can be activated as needed.
Where and How to Keep Parasols in Closet Bags
The article notes parasols are hard to store in a bureau and get dusty in a closet. It suggests long slender bags hung in the closet for both parasols and fine umbrellas. A parasol bag can be sewn from lining or unbleached muslin or linen for repurposed use.
Postal Tip Explains Proper Stamp Application
A post office official explains the correct method to affix a stamp. Do not moisten the entire adhesive area, just the tip where the stamp goes, then press the stamp onto the surface. The envelope should be dampened lightly and the stamp will adhere without soaking through the paper.
The West Pacific History and Present Condition
Sir Everard F. Thurn spoke at the Royal Geographical Society in London about Fiji and the Western Pacific. He traced early Spanish exploration, later European settlement, missionary impact, and the transformation of Fiji from cannibalism to widespread Christian civilization within forty years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everard F. Thurm
Fiji
Western Pacific
Royal Geographical Society
West Pacific
London
South Seas
Pacific
Pacific Ocean
London Missionary Society
Tonga
Mrs Henry Dobson a leading delegate at international women’s congress
Mrs Henry Dobson president of Australian Councils of Women attends the Quinquennial Convention of the International Council of Women in Toronto. In Hobart Tasmania she chairs the Convalescent Home and many committees, founded a village settlement and soup kitchen, and has represented Tasmania internationally since 1900.
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Henry Dobson
Australian Councils of Women
International Council of Women
Toronto
Dobson
Hobart
Tasmania
Convalescent Home
Ministering Children’s League
The
Creene
Alliance Francaise
Deutsche Verein
Women’s Health Association
Peace Society
Art Society
Society For Blind, Deaf and Dumb
Women’s Political Association
Psyhie Research and Psychological Society
Amateur Writers’ Club
Society For Protection of Children
Brabazon Employment Society
Girls’ Industrial School
Consumptive Sanatorium
Queen’s Fund
Alexandra Hospital
Council of Tasmania
Canadian tenor Burke Receives Ovation at Aeolian Hall
A London despatch reports Canadian tenor Ed mond Burke gaining praise after singing at Alys Bateman's recital in Aeolian Hall. His Royal Opera House performances in The Hague had stirred musical circles over the past year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Edmond Burke
Aritone
Royal Opera
the Hague
Alys Bateman
Aeolian Hall
Milner the Prophet of Empire A Portrait in Frock and Resolve
A tribute to Lord Milner portraying him as a prophetic, ascetic statesman who steered South Africa with clear vision and firm will. The piece recalls his Balliol training, journalism, and finance work, notes the censure from Parliament, and praises his calm, deep insight and generous deeds despite fatigue and controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empire
Lord Milner
Jowett
Balliol
Reypt
Cape
South Africa
House of Commons
Frederick Carruthers- Gould
Miss Marguerite Janey Wins Montreal Drama Prize
Miss Marguerite Janey, a Montreal native born in 1890, won the Margaret Anglin bracelet in the Earl Grey competition and starred as Lionnette in Princesse de Bagdad with Le Cercle Litteraire St Henri. Critic John Corbin praised her poised acting as she rises toward a professional stage career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marguerite Jancy
Margaret Anglin
Earl Grey
Montreal
Lionnette
Princesse de Bagdad
le Cercle Litteraire
St. Henri
His Majesty’s Theatre
John Corbin
New York
Miss Janey
Sisters of the Congregation de Notre Dame
le Cercle Litteraire St. Henri
la Patrie
St. Henri Cercle
Monhars
Rome
An Intellectual Gentleman Story Tells of Sir Robert Ball
In England Sir Robert Ball, a daylight saving advocate, recalls visiting an Irish town for a lecture and failing to find transport. After others left, an Irish servant asked if he was Sir Robert Ball and added that he was told to find "an intellectual gép the man" in his broad humor.
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Sir Robert Ball
England
Ireland
Edinburgh Theologian Dr Marcus Dods Dies
Dr Marcus Dods of Edinburgh principal of New College died recently. He was a leading theological foreseer in Scotland and a widely read European scholar with deep knowledge of German theology. Dr Whyte preached the funeral sermon before a large St Genegale Church congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marcus Dods
New College
Edinburgh
Scotland
Europe
Whyte
St. Genegale Church
Restoring an Abbey Prompts Fear of Modern Porch Addition
Lovers of ancient architecture fear funds from a recent pageant will be spent to modernize Romsey Abbey. The Norman church, with roots in 907 A D and King Alfred’s granddaughter as its first abbess, remains a rare historic treasure preserved by townspeople.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred
Romsey Abbey
Britain
Ethelfraeda
Alfred the Great
Mary
Stephen
Boulogne
Maoris urged to curb fashion in dress code
The New Zealand inspector of native schools notes rising concern over clothing extravagance among Maori youths. While some parents complain about education outfits, investigations show responsibility lies with the children. He cites costly tailor made items and a silk blouse seen at school. He urges stern measures and a simple serviceable dress style to prevent a broader cult.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand Inspector of Native Schools
Wreck of Beechdale Off South African Coast
The Liverpool bark Beechdale wrecked on the South African coast while sailing from Delagoa Bay to Newcastle New South Wales. The port lifeboat and an afterboard lifeboat were launched. six crew members perished in the surf, while the rest reached shore safely. Seaman John Andrews was found dead on the poop deck, likely from shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beechdale
Delagoa Bay
Newcastle
N.S.W
Secruys
John Andrews
Highly Paid Official Retires Amid Record Public Salary
Sir Samuel Black, town clerk, retires after a career with a 15,000 dollar yearly salary in Ireland. He was noted as one of the highest paid public officials in the three kingdoms and the oldest qummy clerk in Ireland despite his retirement on a 10,000 dollar annual pension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Samuel Black
Three Kingdoms
Ireland
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Meadaria
Copuived
Silvie
Miss Norman
Mand
Eruel
Lemuei Erill
Rymia
Captain Jessop
Christchurch
Troy
Deborah
Beecat
Fiji Islands
Royal Society
Romsey
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