College honors Miss Helen Bradford Thompson in philosophy
Miss Helen Bradford Thompson, praised by Dr. Harper, receives the philosophy degree for pioneering work in experimental psychology at the University of Chicago. A seven year scholar with multiple scholarships, she entered from Englewood high school and later joined Prof. James R. Angell in the neurology laboratory.
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Helen Bradford Thompson
Harper
University of Chicago
Thompson
Chicago ‘Times- Herald
Chicago Woman’s Club
Miss Thompson
James R. Angell
Alone and Gone A Lament by Robert J. Burdette
A reflective poem on loss and longing after a loved one's departure. The speaker notes the lingering evening shadows, dimmed sunlight, and lingering loneliness. The verses dwell on empty rooms, untouched pillows, and a heart unable to rest as days drift into years.
Cupid Yates Neptune Elopes Aboard Annie Larson
A pair of very young lovers elope from San Pedro aboard the schooner Annie Larson while disapproving parents debate the wisdom of marriage. The voyage ends with the would be couple on the deck as the captain pretends to splice the lovers, while the fathers reflect on age, propriety, and whether the union should wait.
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Yuma
San Pedro
Barnes, Jr
Arcadia
Annie Larson
Ender
Bill
Europe
Darling
Howard
Barnes
Amelia
Minnige
New York
Married in Los Angeles Plan Upsets Young Lovers
In a tense scene a father proposes taking Minnie and Fred to Los Angeles for a license and wedlock, while Minnie resists and pleads to return home. Fred supports finishing school before marriage as the couple confronts their parents and looming expectations.
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Los Angeles
Minnie
New York
Annie Larson
Barnes
Howard
Fred
Prime Mutton and Ham Buying Tips from old guide
The guide explains prime mutton comes from outdoors fed animals and warns to avoid bargains on meat. It notes fat should be white, abundant and hard while flesh is juicy and red. For ham, fat indicates quality. lean hams are poorer. A whole 10 pound ham boils about four hours.
Tips on Shoes and the Fall Footwear Trend
The article warns buyers not to resist a size up as a fall trend favors slender, longer shoes. It notes fashion shifts toward longer, narrow shoes with higher heels and arched insteps, suggesting that increased length accommodates narrower width for comfort.
Do Not Yield to Sin A Humble Honest Beggar Stance
A poem fragment discusses vanity of seeking wealth through long pursuits and chasing material gain. It argues virtue over riches, advising to stick to one’s honest standard and deeming an honest beggar fairer than a deceitful millionaire. Translation by Joel Benton.
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Joel Benton
Quiet Woman Reveals Wit In Offbeat Observations
A taciturn woman surprises with sharp remarks while comments on baseball hint at moral tones. An offhand word is shown to reveal inner thoughts, and cautions on emergency action underscore practical wisdom. A bridge from high to farce is noted as a short leap.
The Rikki Tikkit Hat Introduced For Outing Wear
Mrs. John Jacob Astor models a round white felt hat with a brim that twists up all around and a veiled, irregular dented crown. The hat, called the rikki tikkit, sells in local shops for 7.50 dollars.
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John Jacob Astor
Mushroom Sauce Method From Table Note
To make mushroom sauce melt a tablespoon of butter then brown it stir in flour salt pepper and stock and cook five minutes. Add half a cup of chopped fresh mushrooms cook until heated remove from heat and stir in one egg yolk and a teaspoon of butter. When set add parsley and serve. The key is not to overcook mushrooms to avoid ruining them.
Donald Resolves to Be Good All the Time
A short Youth's Companion excerpt shows Donald seeking praise and a promise to reform after a correction. He tells his mother he will avoid misbehavior and insists there will be no more mean time. Her cautious response prompts his angelic smile and pledge.
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Donald
Mamma
Madame von Isacescu Aims To Swim From France To England
Madame Walburgna von Isacescu, a Viennese swimmer with Danube records, attempted a cross channel swim from France to England. She completed 20 miles before a tug towed her aboard, swimming largely against wind and choppy seas. Despite the harsh conditions, she showed no exhaustion, though completion was deemed improbable due to cold water and frigid air.
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London
Grahic
Madame Walburgna von Isacescu
Calais
France
England
Madame Tsacescu
Danube
Maggie Meany Hits Mass Meeting At Nanticoke Strike
Maggie Meany, a 15 year old girl, addressed about 2000 striking workers in Nanticoke Pennsylvania urging support for her father who joined the strike. Her impassioned appeal drew strong reaction from the crowd and amplified the strike’s morale.
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Maggie Meany
Nanticoke
Witty Quotations and Witty Exchange Snippets
A collection of brief humorous lines from late 19th century periodicals. Jokes feature origin lore about birthplaces in London Liverpool and Glasgow and a Scottish father. Other items include a domestic finance quip about gifting money and a teasing remark about a presumed widow and a notice about a flirtatious woman.
The Shirt Waist Fashion Tips for Winter Wardrobe
The article promotes cloth waists with skirts, favors plain or Russian puffed fronts, and advises against silk. It notes cloth waists are more modish with cloth skirts, favors lightweight cloths and satin cloth, and warns against French flannel and cashmere for the coming two years. It ends with a health ad for Hood's Sarsaparilla for weak nerves and digestion.
Poem Exchange of Hearts Between Millicent and Suitor
A brief verse pair describes a playful lovers exchange where Millicent proposes taking the speaker's heart as a token of affection and the speaker agrees, noting the act as a robber’s role in jest. The tail ends with a pledge of mutual heart possession.
Neckbands Put on Free and Progress Laundry Ad
The brief notice proclaims Neckbands Put on Free and Progress laundry services with a contact telephone 1131. It also notes Kits Bowling Alleys refitted on the second floor by E. Kitz & Co with props at 127 EB. Courtst.
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Progress Laundry
Kits
E. Kitz & Co
Removal Notice for Dr B F Bye
Removal of the downtown office to 402 North Wheats street at the northeast corner of Vermont. Former address 227 North Wheats street. Telephone numbers 1925 remain listed.
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B. F. Bye
N. Whnelsst
N. Whnelsast
Vermont
Old Nurse for Children Adverts Teething Syrup Sale
An iversioned ad promotes Mrs Winslow s Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming it soothes pain and diarrhoea. The ad lists bottles at twenty five cents and cabinet sales at one dollar per dozen. Also advertised are H and D Ry round trip fares to Cincinnati and return four dollars and forty cents with specific Sept sale dates and returning-day limits.
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Cincinnati
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