The Accommodating Thermometer Fad and the Oldest Inhabitant
A humorous piece contrasts loyal emotional thermometers with scientific ones. Goldleaf the banker is exposed as an impostor by Booter and Filler, while the weather bureau and the oldest inhabitant figure loom large in public temperature lore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldleaf
George
Booter
Footer
Filler
Goldlent
Oremin
Vin
Blooded
Eas
Tila
Weather Bureau
Samehboody
Iife
Steont
Mary Anderson Rejects Return to Stage in New York Visit
Mary Anderson declares she has no intention of returning to the stage. The article notes her arrival with husband and two children on the White Star line to visit relatives in New York, amid rumors of a possible appearance that she denies.
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New York
Mary Aldersoan
Antonio de Navarro
de Navarre
de Navarro
Mme. de Navarro
Mr. de Navarre
Jone de Navarro
Antonio de Navara
Janes
Marie Rena
Winter brides embrace empire gowns and chic street boots
January weddings surge as empire gown trends and refined street footwear set the tone. The article notes wedding gowns favor straight one piece lines with empire trains, crystal embroidery, and a focus on the bride as the focal point, while street boots feature arched soles, curved vamp, and slender silhouettes for comfort and style.
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Directoire
Albert
Eyniesn
Fact notes on household care and dangers from dubious recipes
A fragmented list covers cleaning tips and hazards. It warns alcohol can make candles dangerous, suggests turpentine in scrub water for roof cleaning, and mentions using rubber to remove wallpaper glue. Other items describe varnish removal, milk and water mixtures, closet storage, fruit protection, and baking soda for cleaning, with unclear context and many garbled phrases.
Fragmentary dialogue hints at club eligibility issue
The text shows Mir debating inviting someone to join the club while noting a person is likely ineligible due to a past operation. The fragment suggests attendance or membership on a surrounding club matter.
Hints on Care of Plants and Home Remedies
A damaged OCR page offers tips on plant watering to prevent droop. It suggests using a teaspoon of oil on the wall around roots and warns against odors from cigars or tobacco near plants. Also mentions dried hike mountain with syrup or honey as a remedy.
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Potebnge Abit Uw
Cndtor
Combing tangled hair a patient care guide
A detailed nineteenth century style instruction explains patient hair care during illness. It covers combing technique from forehead to ends, avoiding scalp pull, dividing hair, and handling knots. It advises gentle pressure, avoiding breakage, and braiding when in bed to prevent scalp strain.
Gold and Brown Crepe for Indoor Evening Gowns
A coppery bronze and gold thread combination on brown net dominates modern indoor gown styling. The design uses bronze sequins with gold thread over a brown net base, with white tulle at the neck and sleeves. It suits elaborate necklines and events, pairing well with muted daytime color rules.
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Tm Empire
Girls' Sweaters For Schoolwear And Outdoor Use
A reader describes comfortable girls sweaters suitable for school and outdoor wear. Knit in color and white with bone buttons, they feature front fastening, pockets, and loose woolen gloves. Woolen design helps keep warmth while remaining easy to clean.
Cross Garters Explain Corset Front Garment Trick
Sore French corsetieres advise customers to cram garters extending the front of the corset to prevent wear at the sharp front steel point. They claim this does not hinder walking, and proper garter arrangement keeps balance and support.
Gift Handkerchiefs for Cravats
A vintage fashion note describes making decorative handkerchiefs to companion cravats. Instructions cover pleated fronts, butterfly bow tips, and a border finish using delicate chine lace for a refined look.
Fragmented Verse Fragment in Poor OCR Version
Readable portions hint at a poetic lament urging restraint and devotion. The garbled text evokes a call to inner peace and reverent action though many phrases are indecipherable and lack clear subjects or events.
Fragmentary report hints at fear and silence in town
A cryptic note asks if fear caused silence as Mr Moekmayen never spoke and left a message for his wife. The piece references Hiviggtele and possible causes tied to Klidiiens or four, with unclear context and attribution.
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Iviggee
Moekmayen
Hiviggtele
Klidiiens
Also Mentioned on This Page
Sneone
Chin Stiriok
France
Velsius
Upsala
Germany
Fahrenheit
Dantzig
Galilio
Parthia
Iron Moulders’ Union
Debbel
Galileo
Howe
Deine
Alice
Mary Anderson
Oliver
Daventor
Cross Garters
Walt
Tom Gain
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