Stage Beauty Weds Army Man Heir to Millions
Special to The Swan. Saratoga reports Roy Rainey, Cleveland and New York heir to a coke fortune, spent heavily at Richard Canfield's gambling house. He allegedly left about 51,000 in winnings for Canfield’s fund while also losing at the races. Canfield plans to sell the clubhouse amid stricter gambling controls.
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Roy Rainey
Cleveland
New York
Richard Canfield
Roosevelt
Rainey
Coke King
W. J. Rainey
God of
Chance
Ing
Canfield
Canfield’s
Mainey
Uncle Dick Faces War Echoes From Civil War Tale
In a California veranda scene the aged veteran Uncle Dick recalls Union and Confederate hurts from Appomattox onward. He shelters, endures, and rails against Yankee dominance and restored Lee, ending with resolve that McKinley will lead when new war looms.
Fragmented plea amid street scene shows concern for Citizen Smith
The Rev Dr Goodley speaks of pain and burden as Citizen Smith teeters along the street. The exchange hints at personal strain and possible trouble, with the clergyman urging reflection on family and consequences. The readable fragments suggest a dramatic moment of moral appeal and social scrutiny.
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Dr. Goodley
Citizen Smith
Mournful Tribute as Soldier Welcomes Blue Uniforms
A lingering reminiscence recalls a soldier’s farewell as regiments march out in blue. Days later his wounded body is buried with the stars and stripes and the stars and bars entwined on the coffin. Uncle Dick is described as reconstructed.
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Uncle Dick
Spain
Fitzhugh Lee
Lee
Maine
California
McKinley
Raspberry Parfait and Chicken Pasta Dish Tips
Instructions describe making a raspberry parfait with raspberries sugar gelatine cream and freezing plus a chicken served with macaroni or spaghetti curry tomato sauce. Includes step by step soaking boiling cooking and layering for a cohesive dish.
Roosevelt Ball Plans For Miss Ethel In January
Newspapers in New York and Washington report Mrs. Roosevelt will host a grand coming out ball in January for Miss Ethel. Details remain closely held, but the event is expected to be a very stylish affair for a deserving young woman.
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New York
Washington
Mrs. Roosevelt
Ethel
Boy Tries Shoes as Summer Barefoot Ends
A boy who has gone barefoot all summer struggles to fit into school shoes. An Iowa man stunned by a head blow can only talk golf, but argues he is no worse off than many golfers after a knock.
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Iowa
A Seashore Farewell Lodger in Vacation Tale
A short, humorous sketch centers on Everett True leaving a seaside lodging after ten days to seek summer comfort. The bossy landlord quips about mosquitoes and cuisine as the pair swap quips about travel, weather, and future visits. Interwoven bits reference a windy mosquito invasion and comic interurban trolley woes.
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Everett
Everett True
Au Revett
Victoria's Victory and a Yardlong Thread Ruse
A humorous dialogue between Edwin and an adult revolves around a spool's length a hundred yards and a thread’s mischief. They discuss sewing rents in clothes and a landlord warning, with Edwin comparing traits to his caregiver as they drift through domestic curiosities and a dinner chicken.
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Edwin
Victoria
Vincent da Vere
This Smart Hat For The Little Woman Can Be Made At Home
Cynthia Grey describes a chic Paris model hat sized for small heads, featuring feathers flowers and velvet. It notes this season’s smart import, fewer flowers this winter, and offers home sewing guidance to keep costs reasonable for the fashionable wearer.
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Cynthia Grey
Paris
Japanese Arrival Drives White Girls From Employment in Frisco
In San Francisco on September 2, authorities report five thousand white girls have been driven from waitress and domestic jobs by Japanese workers crowding into basements and factories. The state labor commissioner notes 1000 Japanese laundry workers and 85 lodging houses amid numerous other businesses. Sweatshop conditions include 14 to 16 hour days, shared meals, and dormitory bunks, with wages of 10 to 15 dollars monthly plus board.
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California
San Francisco
Morgan Enjoyed London Visit Like Never Before
J Pierpont Morgan traveled to England and reportedly experienced a remarkable stay. The financier explored cultural sites and engaged in meetings with British industrial leaders, reflecting his notable influence and social reach during the trip.
Pierpont Morgan Enjoys Leisurely European Visit
J Pierpont Morgan, back in America after a European tour, pursued pure pleasure and recreation more than on any prior trip. Dressed in yacht attire, he appears jaunty in a photograph taken in the Royal Yacht Squadron gardens with a small group of friends.
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London
J. Pierpont Momgan
America
Europe
Great Britain
Royal Yacht Squadron
New York coats show longer lengths in fashion
Buyers in New York are stocking longer coats than last year. The 36 inch coat appears to be the most popular, with the 44 inch also in demand. The Japanese shoulder silhouette is expected to continue fashionable.
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New York
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