Ceremonies of Today and the Past in Easter Observances
A historical overview traces Easter origins from pagan sun and vernal rituals to Christian adaptation. It details ancient fasts, the Babylonian and Jewish links, calendar fixes by the church, and old customs like burning sacred fires in northern Europe.
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Haster
Humboldt
Mexico
Antarte Worslip
Babylonia
Europe
Grimm
Weser
Hildesheim
A Matchmaking Plan Backfires at Homewild
Allene抵arns of a summer visit to Homewild where her sister-in-law schemes to pair her with Tom’s friend Wilde posing as Edgar's tutor. Misread signals, a moonlit river row, and a confession reveal the ruse as Nan accepts the truth and Allene contemplates a new romance amid a mistaken match.
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Tom
Edgar
Homewild
Allene
Nan
Ian
Mr.Saltern
Mr. Saltern
Mr. Baltern
Hoe
Allena
Jim
The Way of the Laundry
A humorous remark from Mr. Bluxom about washing his office coat, which after cleaning turned into a jacket. The anecdote highlights a light, domestic moment in an office setting.
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Mr. Blluxom
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R. 1. Martin
Daily Story Pub. Co
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Hetrick, Wilson & CO
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Pennsylvania Petroleum
American Independent
Marstall
Indiana
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Anty Drudge
Carte Cn
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Swelrick
Wilson & CO
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Anthony & Kline
Shelocta
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Henry H. Steving & Son
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Phila
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Parcel Post
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Peterson & Company
Philadelphia Life Ins. Co
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