Opening Chapters of a French Courtship and Secret Marriage
Jacqueline Carteret, ward of Jean Carteret, is placed near Dieppe with the Marquise de Juvigny. The marquise aims to marry Jacqueline to her nephew Ernest Augarde, but Jacqueline loves Andre de Juigny whom she soon marries. Rival Lucy de Morfontaine schemes against the wife while Andre discloses an affair begun before her husband died and their known meetings.
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Jacqueline Carteret
Jean Carteret
Dieppe
France
Marquise de Juvigny
Jacqueline
Ernest Augarde
Andre de Juigny
Charlotte Bernier
Ernest
Andre
Lucy de Morfontaine
Juvigny Palace
Paris
Lucy
Snoodles
Love Affairs of Snoodles Continues Chapter XII
By Joseph O'Brien the Love Affairs of Snoodles continues with a scene at a house where the narrator passes as the secretary of a charitable institution. The excerpt shows social intrigue and implied romance within a metropolitan setting.
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Joseph O’brien
American Journal- Examiner
Snoodles
Love and Jealousy Stir in a Tense Domestic Scene
In a heated exchange, Jacqueline confronts Andre about his past engagement to Lucy. Andre admits lingering emotions but agrees to sever ties, swearing never to see or speak to Lucy again as Jacqueline presses for full commitment.
Return of the Countess Triggers Hidden Meeting
A servant reports the Marquis waiting in a carriage for Jacqueline who intends to call. Jacqueline agrees to come at once. Andre anxiously tests Lucy and plans to hide, as Lucy arrives unexpectedly overhearing Andre. The scene ends with Lucy confronting the room.
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Marquise
Jacqueline
Andre
Lucy
Madame de Marfontaine
Lucy's Unexpected Paris Visit Causes Tension
Lucy arrives in Paris and flirts with Andre despite his vow to Jacqueline never to see her again. He stammers and pretends delight as Lucy recalls promising to visit Jacqueline first. The scene ends with Andre awkwardly maintaining composure while Lucy teases him and mentions his wife.
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Andre
Jacqueline
Lucy
Paris
The Bridge Craze Among Women Draws Fire
Dorothy Dix argues that a nationwide bridge fever among women has become a dangerous vice. She cites morning and afternoon clubs, cases of neglecting children, marriages strained, debt, and social degradation, urging a public warning against the gambling habit.
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United States
Wellesley College
Wellesley
Addison
The Possibilities of a Back Yard
A humorous profile from The Pilgrim's Scrip in American Magazine outlines how a neglected yard was transformed. Dimples guides a homeowner through brick paths, flower beds, and edible borders, turning space with perennials and vegetables into a thriving, shareable suburban oasis.
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Pilgrim's Scrip
Dimples
Favorite Prescription touted for nursing mothers and weak women
An advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a vigor-boosting remedy for nursing and expectant mothers and for women with headaches backache and other symptoms. It claims alcohol free glyceric extract with ingredients printed on the bottle wrapper and invites readers to request a free booklet or purchase a cloth-bound medical adviser.
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Dr. Pierce
Pierce
R. V.pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Poorly Paid Teachers Highlight Low Wages in 120
A Columbian Record note states public school teachers are the poorest paid public servants, with average monthly wages of $6.10 for men and $3.67 for women in 120, based on the school term, illustrating low appreciation for teaching.
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United States
European Acts and The Devil at Forepaugh Week
Grand hosts European pantomime act Sy and The Brothers Artois on their first American tour with strength feats and wordless humor. Forepaugh will stage the Hungarian drama The Devil starring George Arliss, touted as the season’s top production and a highlight for the Majestic next week.
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Brothers Artois
Artois Brothers
Slivers
Grand
Europe
George Arliss
Harrison Grey Fiske
United States
Devil
America
The
Majestic
The Three of Us comes to Park theater with Miss Aldrich
New York impresario A W Cross brings Elizabeth Aldrich in The Three of Us to Park theater for Thursday to Saturday engagements. The play by Rachel Crothers once ran 300 nights at Madison Square and is praised by New York papers for its western life portrayal and stage craft.
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A. W. Cross
New York
Walker Whiteside
George Ober
King
Elizabeth Aldrich
Park Theater
Madison Square Theater
Rachel Crothers
Cross
Miss Aldrich
Madame Sans Gene at Majestic Draws Favorable Attention
Forepaugh management presents Sardou's Madame Sans Gene at the Majestic this week to strong audience praise. After a hiatus, the production is revived with noted success per local theatergoers and critics, boosting interest in the house.
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Sardou
Madame Sans Gene
Majestic
Empire Theater Presents A Country School Comedy
The Empire hosts Miners Americas presenting A Country School a divertissement with original songs and humorous scenes. Principal comedian Wilbur Dobbs shines as Professor Whacken guiding a lively afterpiece noted for its fresh humor.
New Gayety Delivers Dynamic Dancing Acts
Clarence Burton dominates the New Gayety stage with a pure dance act, the only vaudeville performer relying solely on movement for his entire routine. Luxie Harris continues to draw praise as a top comedienne, while tonight features gifted colored amateurs and fresh acts for a strong program.
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Clarence Burton
Luxie Harris
Love and Life in a Philosophical Vein
A reflective essay compares romantic love with platonic love, arguing true love evolves and deepens, while urging that love, though misdirected, can benefit the lover and others. It portrays love as a spiritual exchange that can transform itself into universal benevolence.
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Diamond ring purchase sparks lavish gift debate
In Philadelphia a husband explains paying a $100 fee for a diamond ring to his wife. The wife admires the ring while discussing whether the purchase is extravagant, with a response about savings through gloves. It reflects domestic shopping attitudes of the era.
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Bronson
Woodson
Philadelphia Bulletin
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