Teacher's plan would replace Mother Goose with Homer
A reader voices alarm at Mrs Thorn-Thomson of Chisago University Elementary School proposing to substitute Greek philosophy and Homer for traditional nursery rhymes. The letter laments loss of childhood whimsy and warns of overbearing “strong minded ancestors” shaping young minds.
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Gudran Thorn-Thomson
Chisago University
Pega
Wender
Homer
Walt
Thorn-Thomson
Mather
Beene Photerm of Wwatsrlon statue and social scene
Fragmentary text references a Beene Photerm in a Wanworth setting, social chatter about plans, a kiss moment, and a discussion of a vehicle for a drive. The piece hints at a summer prize and a character’s mood, with several garbled names and phrases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dover
Reunion of Edith and Frederick Sparks Quiet Courtier
A fragmentary dialogue reveals Edith and her suitor Frederick sharing eager affection, planning to visit Coutts’ bank and discuss future meetings. They praise new electric cars and reminisce on family relatives while awaiting a town arrival, hinting at wedding talk and lasting devotion.
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Porter
Tim
Coutts
Lesat
Edith
Coutts’ Bank
London
Sam
Neatiss
U. M
Uncta
The England US Talk Swap and Cab Ride Mishap
A chatty conversation reveals confusion over American twang and terms as Edith and Y M discuss identities and places. A cab ride to Waterloo station escalates with mistaken kinship, misaddressed letters, and a tense drive back to the station amid a bustling town scene.
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América
Edith
States
Y. M
Federation
Provineea
England
United States
T. M
Edrth
Waltham
America
Ecoveln
Hadith
Ued
Snew
Melbourne
New York
Edith—Congsin
Edith Muerrove
Edith Brockies
Fred Benckley
Henry Storer
Waterloo
Precaution on Laundry for New Garments
The article warns it is often impossible for a woman to wear new clothing from shops without washing first. It notes that buttonholes and other parts are frequently made in tenement houses and would need fumigation and cleansing before wearing.
Private Theater Spotlighted by Hewitt Family in New York
In New York, a private theater run by Sire, Abram, and Hewitt is active with several amateur entertainments. Their sister in law, Mrs. Peter Cooper Hewitt, and her sister Mrs. Burke Foche lend talent and support to the performances.
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New York
Sire
Abram 3
Glove fashions for day gowns and sheer lace sleeves
A brief advertisement notes dainty Mack gloves reaching the elbow for daytime wear. The gloves feature a lace finish above the wrist and a sleeve-drawn style to give the appearance of a slimmer arm for the wearer.
Youngest Real Daughter Remembered by Mother Rockwell Blanchard
The youngest daughter of the American Revolution, four years old, is remembered by her mother Mrs Vittoria Rockwell Blanchard. She recalls her father who died when she was only years old and who he was born. She lives at Springheld. 9.
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D. 4A
Vittoria Rockwell Blanchard
No man of sense cares a tap what happens to our team
The speaker vents about the Russ and Jep Frame, bad reading, and weary heat as he criticizes the directorate and details about the Equitable surplus. He calls a catcher weak, questions the Epworth league fit, and notes yellow fever quarantines in New Orleans are ordinary, yet urges care. He worries about the team's fight to win the pennant and vows the "gang" will pan out and win.
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Jep
Directora
Lequitable
Tom Hemer
Punk
Fria
New Orleans
Havre
Che
Evant
Hanna
United States
Winconain
Xenaiir
Nome Trust
Jess
Ia Polintie
Murat
Weathered era rails and politics clash in heated hearing roundups
The piece catalogs Senate optimism on railway regulation amid heated hearings and party divisions. It notes figures like Henry Adams and J T Newcomb shaping ICC policy, plus Senator Elkins, Cullom, Dolliver, Newlands, Tilman, Foster and others weighing regulation, constitutionality, and political risk. It also jots lighter items on kite experiments and sermons by Bede and Clapp during a busy political-societal week.
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Gilson Gardner
Washington
Senate
Henry Adams
Interstate Commerce Commission
J T Newcomb
Anne
Tne
Jens
Elkins
Cullom
Dolliver
Benatar Yoraker
Cincinnati
Newlands
Roosevelt
Benater ‘Tilman
Ratironda
Foster
Millard and Carmack
Brouné
Gen. Moody
Central College Business School Opens For Trial Weeks
The Daily Record notes June and July demand for clerical help at Central College exceeds supply with forty three jobs unfilled. It praises the school as a top business college delivering up-to-date office practice and promising placement, announcing a two session annual opening and a seven day trial for interested applicants.
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Central Bul Nets
Gn One
St Calla
Central College
Uhis School
Huaineka
Atte of
Tureday
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Fred
Frederick
Jean
Patty
the Manufactors
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Thads
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Lafollette
Adam Bede
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Beiewre
Vrat
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Bigrlow
Waither | Huread
Lawrence Roteh
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Animahurry
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Cut-Price Grocers Co
Central Business College
Mhulsehner
Etenant
Indiana
HL. Sanders
Barepas Butte
Walters Aptons
Indiana Ave
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Abe Dilsony
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Market St
Nerihera Automobiles
BE Guarantee Tire
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