Curious will dispute settled in Rebel France court
A strange will case from Rebel in Ardennes France has been settled. A man who died by hanging left a sheet iron note bequeathing all property to the borough of Ardennes with the condition that the mayor and council give 12 to the fire brigade for a bean feast. The will was disputed by relatives but deemed valid by the local court amid notes on fire bucket practices and other varied curiosities from France and beyond.
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Rebel
Department of the Ardennes
France
Borough of
Ardennes
Playgrounds for a State Is New Plan
A new Missouri plan creates a state wide playground system with an instructor in physical education to travel the state organize playgrounds, supervise activities, and curb bad habits. The program includes youth from ages 5 to 15 with swings, games, and sports and a May playgrounds convention at Columbia to discuss procedures.
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Columbia, Special
University of Missouri
Ciities
Clark W. Hetherington
Hetherington
Columbia
University
Teachers’ College
Columbia University
Missouri
Rothwell Gymnasium
Lotta Crabtree Rejects Stage Comeback After Boncama Girl Sale
The retired actress Lotta M Crabtree who made a fortune in real estate says she never yearned to return to the stage. She recalls Joseph Jefferson and praises the public but insists she has no wish to perform again, viewing her theater days as a memory.
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Lotta
New York Evening Run
Lotta M. Crabtree
Miss Crabtree
Joseph Jefferson
Beauty Formulas for Hair and Bust Care Revealed
The article lists home formulas to lighten hair, develop the bust, and reduce bust size using items like rosemary, rosewater, cocoa butter, and various salves. It cautions against peroxide, notes stomach sensitivity with certain remedies, and instructs nightly massaging and cloth wraps for shaping and toning.
Health and Beauty Tips From A Vintage Diet Page
An old guidance fragment describes anemia signs and remedies such as blood tonics for young girls, tepid to hot water for skin types, and digestive tips. It notes simple face treatments using lemon juice, butter, and cucumber or strawberry juice, plus rose water to finish. It warns against overindulgence and stresses careful handling of fish or onions to avoid hand odor.
Autumnal party games and rustic place cards described
The text outlines party amusements including nut fortune telling for couples, three luggies from Scotland indicating marriage outcomes, and a fall table with a pumpkin centerpiece and hand crafted place cards. It notes using wallpaper to create pretty, inexpensive place cards and describes their simple construction and potential ideas.
Reunited in a City Aisle
In a crowded shop Walter Campbell and a former friend from Wedgeville meet by chance. She hurries forgiveness as he quietly questions their long absence and past letters. They move to a quieter aisle and discuss time, ambition, and separation in a bustling urban setting.
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Walter Campbell
Ether
Wedgeville
Walter
City temptations test two lovers in a crowded return
In a bustling street and elegant store setting, Walter proposes on a crowded elevator as Esther resists. He grapples with change after city life, while Esther questions values and the lure of material luxury. They part then reunite in a shared ride, hinting at deeper conflict between ambition, love, and truth. A sudden rural moral scene contrasts with modern temptations.
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Walter
Eather
Goodby
Waller
Esther
le Ja
Ternal Trumpeau
Kether
Alnne
One of England's Famous Jurists Brampton Hawkins Celebrated
The Kansas City Star recounts the life of Sir Henry Hawkins, famed English judge and lawyer, marking his 100th birthday. It highlights his early financial struggles, rise to fame after the Tichborne case, sharp cross examinations, and a reputation for stern yet tempered justice, along with his lasting interest in racing.
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Kansas City Star
Brampton
Henry Hawkins
Law Povtice
Moe Brown
Alan Oun
Hawkina
Hawkins
Tiny
Bishop
Lord Hraimpton
Jockey Club
Balloon From Old Newspapers Reaches Thirty Feet High
A family in Kas during a summer built a large balloon from 266 newspaper sheets. The 30 foot high craft used coal oil fuel and lamp parts, with muslin joints and string lines. After several attempts a final balloon flew over half a mile before cooling, inspiring future experiments.
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St. Nichola
Original Yankees at Hed House Gaporium Touring Car Visit
Uncle Eph stands in Johnson's Cross Road doorway as the first touring car in the neighborhood arrives at Hed House Georgia. The exchange with local merchant and townsfolk reflects a moment of astonishment at modern travel, with slang echoes and a playful view of progress.
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Uncle Eph
Johnson's Cross Road
Porium
Hed House
Nelelborhood
Byulagea Corners
Marne Johnelng
Marae Johnsons
Lawdy
Winty-Tre
Dinner at Neilsen’s House Ends With Crack in Plate
A dinner party on Broad Street descends into farce as Nellie attempts to steal a napkin and Lena faces a quiet scene of mischief. A crack in the plate becomes the punch line as Mama hushes a chorus of accidental clumsiness and whispered jokes. The tale ends with a note on the curious mischief of Nellie.
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Nelsen
Lena
Nelle
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H. H. Gunderson, Ed
Yoming
Huleitt
Crook County
Scientific American
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Lake
Chad
Paris
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North China Daily News
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Public Service Commission
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Chicago
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China
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Dwiyvid
Onathan
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Pythus
Evyilh
Choryhdllin
Lord Clifton
Cobham Hall
Kent
England
Darnley
Mwileh
Mowle Mt. Chine
India
Princes of Wales
Roghindi
Poivaner
Kuevion
Commonwealth
Health and Beauty
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Scotland
Gome
Senate
Wallatree
Ty Org
Lous
Hilm
Mather
Jake
Howe
Ama Teank
Hurneus
Horace
Amy
Abe
Nyt
Lord Brampton
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