The Masque of Seven in a Gothic Society Tale
An alias posing valet to Sir William Dagmar schemes for fortune within a secretive coterie. A cast includes Marion, Cavanagh, and Dr Fulton among others, as the eerie plot unfolds through a bank deposit and a cryptic missive.
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Agar Hume
Brown
Bir
Wm. Dagmar
Sir WM. Dagmar
Chas. Venner
Tet
Bit Dagmar
Geo. Cavanagh
Marion LH Mar
Cavanagh
DR. Fulton
Humphreys
Pardo
Fevernet
Jussieu
Chas. Weoner
Sefton Dagmar
Bir Wiliam
Butts
Calamity prompts Dagmar visit and bank fears
In a tense scene, Brown fears a bank scam and begs Dagmar to manage his affairs. Mr. Cavanagh, Chas. Venner, and Dr. Fulton arrive to warn of a dire matter. Dagmar reassures Brown, who confesses saving nine pounds and seeks an account reference, promising thrift and discretion.
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Geo. Cavanagh
Chas. Venner
Dr. Fulton
Wm. Dagmar
Mr. Cavanagh
Dagmar
Charles
Air
Brown
T Mb
Hidden Disguises Across London in a Secret Plot
A narrator details meticulous preparations to disguise himself including a new wardrobe, makeup, disguises, and even a hideout in a Bruton Street bachelor flat. He tracks Sir William and Sir Charles Verner circles while plotting further steps to unravel a mysterious brotherhood.
Reason for Late Shopping
New York shoppers delay Christmas purchases amid crowded stores and crowded homes in Harlem. The piece notes fears of limited space for gifts, suggests delaying giving until Christmas morning, and advises waiting until the psychological moment to avoid store clutter and premature unwrapping.
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New York
Harlem
Fe Fa
Express Company
Courtly Note Over Dinner Bill Turns to Teasing Debt
A proprietor of an Antei recounts a guest who fled without paying his bill. The guest replies with a terse sum and a polite closing. In Fairland a Christmas memorial service is planned at the Christian church with Rev Walter Smith preaching. Marian county education marks a milestone under Me Brith’s early supervision.
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Antei
London
Christian Church
Fairland
Walter Smith
Wil
Me. Brith
Marian County
Edhcate
Sore throat remedies and outdated myths debunked
The text warns against harmful home remedies for sore throats such as lamp oil or wrapped necks and dismisses antiquated superstitions. It advocates medical care with Tonsiline and urges practical treatment over torture or quack cures. It critiques dismissive attitudes toward illness and promotes proper care.
Witness in federal antitrust trial linked to meat packers
Mrs. Mary Marcey, former stenographer and confidential secretary for Swift & Co. and Armour & Co., is described as a key government witness. She allegedly provided defense material from the meat packers’ alliance, outlining conditions the government seeks to prove, tied to her career as a secret service operative amid sociological issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Marcey
Swift & Co
Armour & Co
Heef Combine
Two Days With Janet Mathews The Seminary Bride
A first sight meeting leads to a teaching offer and a life union. The narrator recalls meeting Janet Mathews, her shift from district school to seminary English teaching, and their intimate bond formed during a meadow walk and a kiss under apple blossoms. Now Janet is his wife, a source of strength, grace, and renewal.
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Virginia F. Townsend
New Academy
Janet Mathews
Janet
Christmas Gifting Mystery Plagues Townsfolk
A reader describes the pressure of Christmas gift uncertainty with bundles in the hall and a relative who has already claimed many presents. The narrator confesses a mean feeling from not knowing what T will receive.
Minstrel Maids creator in stage manager Ned Wayburn split case
New York reports reveal Ned Wayburn and his wife Mrs Wayburn in a domestic flare up. Miss Bertie Herron of Indianapolis admits sending cipher birthday telegrams but denies crumbling their marital bond. Mrs Wayburn seeks separation while naming Herron and another as co respondents.
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Sheetal
New York
Ned Wayburn
Wayburn
Mes Warbhurn
Bertie Herron
Indianapolis
Misa Herron
Warburn
Tap Tree
Miss Herron
Mrs. Wayburn
Mixa Herron
Iirtheny
Mra Wasburn
Wasburn
Audience disruption sparks heated exchange in Chicago Tribune account
An interrupted man challenged the speaker as he campaigned for collection. The orator shouted Now and declared he had turned his coat into money to pay a grocery bill, noting many honest men had done the same. The crowd erupted in tremulous applause and the heckler was escorted out.
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Chicago Tribune
Inspector Appointed for City Building Department
Architect Thomas A. Winterrowd will be recommended by Charles A. Bookwalter for city building inspector to replace George W. Stanley. Winterrowd brings many years of architectural experience. Assistants will be selected by examination.
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Thomas A. Winterrowd
Charles A. Bookwalter
George W. Stanley
Winterrowd
Predictions by Raphael the Astrologer for December 24 186
Sunday December 24 186 offers warnings to visit friends in the afternoon. It cautions about fire or thieves and advises bringing risks with money, avoiding speculation, and safeguarding health. A child born that day is described as fickle yet clever and marriage prospects appear unhappy.
Man Has But One Friend Charged With Drank McGinlay
Special to the Argus Pittsburg Pa December 2 A man named McGintey employed at Aspinwall filtration plant was charged with drunkenness at No Pallets station Magistrate Kane released him after he pledged 17 days penance and stated he had no wife or children and that his only friend was John Moran a churchman whom he promised to buy a present for to keep his money from drink He was discharged amid the odd plea Killed in a Mine Evansville Ind December 2 A premature explosion at the Sugnyside mine killed George Casey instantly and Thomas Moore was badly injured with death likely later.
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Pittsburg
Dee
Joka Mc
Gintey
Aspinwall
Palles
Kane
John Moran
Cost Of This Fan 300 Sperini To The Sum
New York on December 2 notes the trend of gift shoppers seeking inexpensive cooling devices. A Japanese paper fan sells for a couple of dollars, enough to charm dancers yet risk fragility. A lace Duchess fan with delicate tortoise-like sticks captivates buyers briefly before being discarded.
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Sperini
New York
The Modern Stage A Prude Beside the Old Ten by Clara M
The decline of the stage and the crowding complaints about modern era morals are examined. Assertions note Hamlet’s critique of players and recount Restoration era acting, licensing, and public reactions including riots and improprieties. It laments coarse plays while recalling vivid anecdotes from Garrick and public figures.
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Clara M
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