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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 29, 1910
Page
3
The Presbytery Phrase Drives Paris Gate Mystery
Rouletabille reports how the phrase The presbytery has lost nothing of its charm nor the garden its brightness links the Elysee night to the Grandier investigation. Darzac asserts innocence yet pleads secrecy as Larsan presses for the cane and motive. The narrator accepts a stay at the Grandier to continue the pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Grandier
Rouletabille 1
Rovietabilie
Milo
Stangerson
Glandier
Jong
Orleans
Lrouletabille
Epinay
Frederic Larsan
Darzac
Mwane
Frederic Larson
M. Darzac
Rouletbille
Rouletabille
Mile
the Elysee
Academy of Philadelphia
Mile. Stangerson
Salon Des Ambassadeurs
Professor Stangerson
M. Robert Darzac
Arthur William Rance
Marigny
Made
America
Philadelphia
Stangereon
Champaigne
Chateau
Milo Stangerson
Garden of the Elysee
Elysee
Monsieur
Piano stool remark sparks kitchen table quarrel joke
A Scottish American quip has a husband explaining to his wife why he sits on the piano stool during visits. She scolds him for not playing a note while guests are present, and he dryly affirms that no one else can play either when he is seated there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Early robin earns press chatter in Louisville note
Yorick Hamm notes the robin struts much like a popular actor while Hamlett Fatt quips about its chesty pose and frequent press notices in a Louisville Courier Journal sketch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorick Hamm
Louisville Courier- Journal
Roundtable on Smith Sparks Mutual Praise
In a brief exchange Brown and Jones clash over Smith's deeds. Brown praises, while Jones admits his own role, underscoring mixed views in a casual life discussion.
Rising English Conductor Perc y Pitt At Covent Garden
A rising English composer and conductor Percy Pitt is noted as the first Englishman to officiate as conductor in a regular Covent Garden season. He collaborates with Hans Richter, shaping repertoire and production, and has ties to Leipzig where he studied with Dr A S Vogt. Vogt praises Pitt’s extraordinary extemporaneous piano skill and anticipates broader recognition of his compositions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covent Garden
Dr. A. S. Voet
Toronto
Leipzig
Percy Pitt
Hans Richter
Richter
Pitt
A. 8. Vogt
Vogt
Philip Halstead
Glasgow
Atlantic
Mendelssohn Choir
Pittsburg Orchestra
Victor Herbert
Stephen Phillips
Paolo and
Franceska
Campbell
Responsibility of Liquor by Lord Coleridge
Lord Coleridge told a grand jury that in twelve months ending January this year forty four of every hundred crimes were caused by drink. He said improved drinking habits would bring happiness, lower jail and asylum costs, and moral improvement for those who come before him charged with crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Coleridge
England
Free Oil Found by Lancashire Workmen
Workmen repairing water pipes at Leigh Lancashire unearthed a petroleum spring two feet below ground in a miner’s yard. Hundreds rushed to the site to collect oil sold cheaply. The oil burned clearly and more than one hundred gallons were distributed before the landlord claimed the supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leigh
Lancashire
Roman Galley Found Near Westminster Bridge Exhibited
A 50 foot long Roman boat with a sixteen foot beam was recovered from mud during Thames foreshore excavations near Westminster Bridge. The vessel, dating to the mid third century, contained Roman pottery, iron nails, glass gaming buttons and coins and will be displayed in a London museum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westminster Bridge
London
Bullets and Botany at Palling Marsh
A correspondent recounts asking a Norfold marsh owner for permission to walk his meadow for botany. The owner hesitated and asked if the botanizing would involve a gun, prompting a wary moment before approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London News
Palling
Norfolk
Giving Due Credit in a Family Quarrel
In a rough household exchange Willie boasts his mother teaches him at home and his sister questions the boy’s manners. The conflict centers on unequal praise and the claim of home instruction versus school guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Fire Clay Testing Lacks Uniform Standards Says Engineer
A reader cites centuries of fire clay use and argues that the industry has no definite testing laws. He notes contradictory university findings on brick clays from same source and conditions and recalls a manufacturer who distrusts high priced experts. Practical testing remains the chief method, including a gritty taste test to detect sand.
A Chinese Banquet Described by Mary Moore in London Expresa
The narrator recalls a long Chinese banquet with diverse dishes from duck eggs and sea weeds to unknown meats and vegetables. He notes the heavy courses, many small accompaniments, soups, fried fish, and a final rice and rice water, ending with pipes cigarettes and tea easing antipathy toward Chinese cuisine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mongolia
Mary Moore
London
Golf Lesson Leads to Dustpan Shot
A witty exchange from the New York Tribune shows a novice golfer asking what to do as her ball remains trapped. Her companion suggests using a dustpan shaped club to retrieve it, highlighting humorous instruction book banter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
Kissing Laws in Iceland Once Harsh Yet Peculiar
An old time law in Iceland imposed banishment for kissing another man's wife or an unmarried woman against her will. If the woman showed consent, the offender still faced a fine measured in cloth per offense, reflecting strict social penalties for kissing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iceland
Startling reply over out of print book in London Tit Bits
An English country bookseller sent to London for a copy of the book Happy Husbands. The work was out of print. The wholesale agent hinted otherwise, replying there are no Happy Husbands in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Best Intentions in Baby Rant Sparks The Cleveland Leader
A humorous exchange captures a baby crying over milk as a parent explains the act of feeding. The Cleveland Leader notes the playful scene reflecting domestic life and early childhood moments.
Learn to say No for better personal boundaries
A terse, practical reminder to practice saying no. The advice centers on choosing clear refusals to protect time and reduce overwhelm, emphasizing simple, direct responses over vague commitments.
The Steeple Jack: Master of Heights and Hazard
Harper's Weekly profiles the steeple jack, detailing the skill and nerve needed to climb tall chimneys and steeples. It explains harness hooks, pulleys, swinging chairs, wind sway, and the precision required to secure a footing and perform tasks high above the ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Harper's Weekly
Caesar and the Pirates Aegean Ransom and Reprieve
The account recounts Julius Caesar’s capture by pirates off the Ca rian coast en route to Rhodes. He was detained on Pharmacusa for six weeks with three attendants, while his ransom of about £10,000 was paid. After ransom, Caesar returned with armed ships, captured the pirates, and had them crucified at Pergamus, though he interceded to spare some torture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caesar
Rhodes
Aegean
Pharmacusa
Carian
Mi Jetus
Pergamus
James Anthony Froude
When Col Blinks Lashes Opponents to the Mast
In a humorous passage, Willie Billups asks what the paper means by Col Blinks having all other candidates lashed to the mast. The elder explains the slang implies Blinks keeps opponents under tight scrutiny and control, reflecting sharp political rhetoric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Popper
Little Willie Billups
Colonel Blinks
George trains patiently to match goods with wife
The Baltimore American notes George is not naturally hasty and learns patience through a regular training course. He always accompanies his wife shopping to compare items, reflecting careful preparation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Baltimore American
The Rolling Ocean Sketch Moment
In a brief vignette aboard a ship an exchange unfolds over lunch as one character insists on delivering food by throwing it overboard while another protests, highlighting a salty, maritime mood and humorous tension aboard.
Simplest White Frocks Steal Afternoon Fashion Show
Fashion writers praise the smartest white frocks for afternoon wear. They emphasize graceful outlines, minimal foundations, and four inch hems. Skirts vary as flounced puffed or straight, with the garden party gown shown as a lace and broderie exclusive creation.
Veils Said to Cause Red Noses by Physician
A prominent doctor voices strong protest against women wearing veils claiming it causes red or greasy noses. He argues veils trap heat and oils, and that air cannot reach the face, worsening complexions. He even recommends goggles for automobile rides to protect the face.
Play a Good Game in Business and Life
A girl who started in business as a young, green worker uses a boyish competitive spirit. She handles managerial challenges without resentment and maintains healthy teamwork. Her approach makes work a skillful game, leading to success and a positive outlook.
Rolling Pins Choice Blends Beauty and Cleanliness
Choosing a rolling pin hinges on fit and cleanliness. A wooden handle should fit snugly to the roller to prevent dough from sticking. China and glass pins offer beauty or preference but require close attention to construction for easy cleaning and use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delft
Nothing In a Name In a Droll Soup Dispute
A diner argues over turtle soup with a waiter who cites Shakespeare about names. The exchange hinges on expectations versus actual contents as the man protests the dish. The waiter calmly asks about tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Grouch
Shakespeare
Also Mentioned on This Page
Larson
Daddy Jacques
Larsan
Larsen
Larean
M. Stangerson
Marderer
Slere Rouletabiile
Brown
Smith
Jones
Mamma
Johnony
Johany
Nobhbin
Cleveland
Feng Laila
Merciful Caesar
Billups
Harper’s Weekly
Lcodos
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