October elections of a decade ago shape pivotal races
The piece reviews historic October state elections, noting how Indiana, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Georgia shifted voters. It explains how October results influenced national races, with Indiana often signaling the presidential outcome and campaign strategy centered on pivotal states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Jersey
Maine
Bryan
Connecticut
Inedian
Georgia
Bam
Independence League
Indiana
Tien
New Jersy
Todiana
Garfield
Arthur
Mancock
Or- Johor
Cleveland
Wendricks
New Jerscy
Htoenter
The Romance of the Bloodhound in History and Legend
In Country Life the bloodhound is traced from a pursuit tool in Anglo Scottish conflicts to a romantic figure in legend. The piece recalls hunts for fugitives by Wallace and Bruce with bloodhounds often in pursuit, including Bruce escaping by wading a stream and sheltering in an overhanging tree to elude the scent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Bootland
Moth Wallace
Bruce
Hounde
No game laws regulate retirement sport officials say
Philadelphia Record notes a lack of game laws governing the sport of retirement, highlighting regulatory gaps and the possible need for formal standards for retiring athletes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Record
Uline
Pittsburgh River Shipyards Build War Vessels Across Eras
Historic Pittsburgh boatyards produced war vessels from the revolutionary era through the Civil War. Galleys for the US army, schooners like the Conquest, and ironclads such as the Manayunk were built here, with vessels launched on the Ohio and its tributaries and crews ready for action against pirates and in major conflicts.
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Plittehburg
Pittsburg
Ohio
Turtle Creek
United States Army
France
Napoleon
Adame de Wullt
Wilkinson
Tarascon Brothers
James Hethoud &E
James O'Hara
Schenley
Honda
Cyril Bem Ser
Michigan
Allegheny
Bib
Hunter
Walker
Jefferson
Thin City
Manhattan
Murletta
Sandusky
Manayunk
Gunboute
Vicksburg
Vertical spring styles dominate at cloak and suit show
Fashion houses unveil a new spring line highlighted by hipless and three piece outfits for women and misses. Necked bottom silhouettes, tailored jackets, and absence of sleeves appear in coordinated suits and coats, with long hipless coats and touring coats among key items.
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Goring
Toledo
Ofielil
Miinis
Leggings for Trousers Preface in Winter Wear
Fragmented text describes leggings and potential clothing notes for a wearer, mentioning patterns and materials. Several garbled phrases reference colors, styles, and possible garment details without coherent context or clear events. The readable content centers on winter clothing items and fashion notes.
Unclear fragment on fashion change and new headwear
An unclear passage describes a sailor figure, a nanny, and a shift in fashion toward a white pallor hat style, contrasting with mushroom hats and suggesting a new welfare or advantage in dress.
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Wimlee
Poltern
Tiewebay
Clee Ciel
Gale Miike
Wal
Rome
Prayer of unity at Saginaw club meeting
A club meeting opening in Saginaw Mileh features a long prayer asking divine guidance to overcome pettiness and judgment. It pleads for honest, face to face fellowship and a shared, generous spirit among members.
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Saginaw
Mileh
Louch
Simple and Harmless Shampoo Formulas From Old Guide
The text describes several old time shampoo formulas using common household items. It covers a basic mixture of soap, borax, ammonia, potash, and other additives, and provides steps for mixing, applying to scalp and hair, and rinsing. Also includes a Castile soap based shampoo with baking water and soda for very dirty hair from travel.
Combination Under Garments Described by Dressers
A historical notice discusses garments for a high fashion gown with a front corset style and the influence of new corsets. It notes dressmakers and suppliers including Cot Pili and Wooten, and mentions President-elect William B Taft for scale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aden
Pitot
Odd Jewelry Again Becoming Popular
Antique and oriental jewelry surge in city fashion with earrings and pendants featuring pearls, cabochons, and stones. Women favor coral aqua marine tourmaline amethyst and jade while bell pins and buckles showcase copper brass silver or gold with hieroglyphic and Asian motifs.
Glyceryne cautions for winter skin care
Frosty weather brings skin irritation risks from glycerine usage. Warns that glycerine draws moisture and can dry nerves, causing severe pain. Advises dilution with water and age appropriate use to avoid harm to children and tender skin.
Hints About Tinware Theft and Warnings
Fragmentary notes warn of tinware theft before use and mention authorities and possible remedies. The text references a Lord or leader, a meeting, and various garbled names and places, with warnings about ongoing theft and safety measures.
Spats in Fashion Stirs Wardrobe Debates
Fashion notes spark talk as old style spats return with brown rag outfits and tap shoe accents. Observers report the trend spreading across events, with many noting retro flair and practical comfort in modern wardrobes.
Women Readers in the Daily Paper Reflect on News and Scandal
A humorous meditation contrasts how men and women read newspapers with women shown as eager to skim society columns, births, marriages, scandals, and even murders. The piece notes women recall murder trial details, photos, and diagrams, while men chase stock quotes and real estate transfers.
Train Romance Ends in Wedding on Board the Train
A wedding engagement unfolds aboard a traveling train from New York to Budapest with Miss Coblenser and Mr Detre sparking a planned marriage. The couple’s courtship began on the same train and their wedding is set after travel and family visits across Europe and the United States.
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Luton
Ladistius Detre
Budapest
Conan
Detre Boone
Miss Coblenger
Miss Coblenser
Dietate
Dudapent
New York
Helene
What Wille Saw When Willie Saw a Coin Toss
A garbled OCR fragment describes a scene with a coin toss and implied bets or results. Names and places are unclear, but the text hints at a reported moment or quotation related to a wager and a reaction. The readable elements focus on a coin toss event and the immediate aftermath.
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Yei
Austria-Hungary
Archduke Franz Ferdinand
Charles Louis
Sophie Chotek
Princess von
Club Woman's
William B. Taft
Milady
Worth
Arl
Wonen
Sean
Agleap
Wille
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