Miss Langham Weds Baron von Sternberg in London
Miss Lillian May Langham daughter of Charles Langham a western mine owner marries Baron Herman von Sternberg. They plan to sail to India on December 25 from Genoa after a courtship noted on the steamer and his appointment as consul-general at Calcutta.
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Lillian May Langham
Baron Herman von Sternberg
London
Charles Langham
Idaho
Miss Langham
New York
Arthur Langham
Europe
Blue Grass
Kentucky
Baron von Sternberg
Washington
Calcutta
Genoa
India
Crossing the Bridges
A Chicago Times-Herald column by SFE recalls a man who avoided planning ahead and faced life with calm. last night his children fought for a crust while he had crossed no bridges, wandering aimlessly as the day wore on.
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Kiser
Chicago Times-Herald
Patriotic Father and Boy Tackle Quiet Mischief
A small boy named Hugh slipped a large tack into his father’s shoe. The prank left the father’s back marked red white and blue as a patriotic mishap described in this brief anecdote.
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Hugh
The Lightning's Flash
Jacob Van Anseller, a wealthy wine merchant, plans to marry Marie Thompson who refuses to love him. Marie endures pressure from her father and agrees to wed after a month, deeming love a mere illusion as she braces for a life behind Van Anseller's table. The tale follows the wedding day and its consequences.
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Marie Thompson
van Anseller
Marie
Jacob van Anseller
Thompson
Golden Allance
Ring of the Ancestors and a Forbidden Bond
A fearful marriage unfolds as Marie endures a ring’s damning oath from Van Anseller. The arrival of Franz Nunenberg, a charming nephew, stirs dangerous temptations that blur joy and torment in their strained home.
Dark omen frees lovers in fatal escape
Marie Van Anseller and Franz Nunenberg flee through a stormy night toward a distant station as her husband Mr. Van Anseller rages. The ring darkens and breaks, signaling doom, and the lovers are later found dead beneath a splintered oak at dawn, their flight ending in tragedy.
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Mr. van Anseller
Marie
Mike
Franz Nunenberg
Franz
Marie van Anseller
New York Sun
Observations on Character and Scandal
A collection of wry aphorisms about women happiness conceit misery and social snobbery. Humor notes that small bodies boastful hens gourmets and the lure of scandal start with S while skepticism arises from indolence and caution.
Lace Waist Styles Return In Net and Lace Fabrics
White lace waists remain popular and affordable using all over nets and laces in good designs. They fit plain in the back with fullness at the shoulders and front, drawn under the belt. Rosettes of lace and chiffon with decorative buttons conceal the side fastening, and a soft lively collar completes the look.
Cleaning Patent Leather Shoes with French Harness Polish
A French harness polish can beautify patent leather shoes and help prevent cracking. Shoe dealers note that durability hinges on proper care, with cold or dry conditions causing cracks.
Knowledge for Children and Household First Aid
Advice on safe use of scissors and knives for children, urging preparation of an emergency cupboard with lint and thoracic ointment. Instructions mention applying ointment to lint, placing on injury, covering with rag, washing in hot water, and tying. Mentions boracic ointment and availability at enemists.
Ginger and Orange Cream Sandwich Idea
A simple sandwich method uses preserved ginger cut into thin strips with white bread. Mix equal parts preserved ginger and candied orange peel, spread thick sweet cream on bread, and place the filling inside for a fragrant treat.
Household Health Advice and Dr Wood's Syrup Promotion
A dated consumer note advises washing towels in lukewarm water to prevent grease stains. It promotes keeping a household medicine chest with Dr Wood's Norway pine syrup as the first bottle for coughs and colds.
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Dr. Wood
Miss Eugenia Washington Buried From Family Home
Miss Eugenia Washington great grand niece of George Washington died in Washington and was buried from the home of her sister Mrs Jane Washington Moncure She traced lineage to Col Samuel Washington and Col Frances Joseph de Flechir Her death is attributed to continuing work while ill at the post office department.
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Eugenia Washington
George Washington
Daughters of the American Revolution
Society of Founders and Patriots
Washington
Jane Washington Moncure
Miss Washington
West Virginia
William Temple Washington
Margaret Calhoun Fletcher
George Steptoe Washington
Lucy Payne
Col
Samuel Washington
To My Wife Poem of Art and Stern Resolve
A dramatic verse from the St Louis Mirror speaks of an actor who refuses comfort for art. He boasts endurance against poverty and fate, pledging to confront age and death with unyielding resolve and a Spartan spirit.
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Horn
The Christmas Pie Mince Meat Making Guide
A detailed recipe for preparing large quantities of mincemeat with beef apples cider sugar suet currants and citrus. It covers proportions to yield about 12 pies and includes spices and a method to cook until apples are tender before canning. It also notes adding brandy and sherry when using the mince.
Miss Humphreys Fights Doctor Over Nose Injury
New York woman Miss Humphreys sought 10000 dollars after a nose operation left a tilt and scar. The jury awarded damages of only 100 dollars, finding her nose was injured to a minimal extent.
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Miss Humphreys
New York
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Lepre
Charles Johnson Brooke
Borneo
Brooke
Sarawak
Sir Charles Johnson Brooke
Lady Brooke
Mr. van Anseler
Mr. Nunerberg
Vssson
Bwipney
Gogglns
Bwipfey
Bd Scribner
MY Wife
St. Louis
Star Store
Justix
National Brass and Iron Works
Reading
Aera
Dr. Pierce
Mary A. Sasser
High
Lamar Co
Texas
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo, N. Y
New York State
Heeh
Bryant & Stratton
Indianapolis Y Business Universit
E. J. Heeb
Vonnegut’s
Vonnegut Hardware
Washington St
Central Printing CO
E. Peart St
Bowenmerrilg
W. Wah
St. Mechanical Dept
W. Pearl St
Coun Phonan
Court House
U. S. Navy
Charles Mayer & CO
West Washington Street
Credit Clothing Co
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Washington Street
Moses Optical CO
Jewel
Lilly & Stalnaker
E. Washington St
E. KR
Dreithaler
N. Delaware St
Iudianapolis
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