Ferguson's Beat Ends With Courtroom Revelation
Richard Ferguson, Morning Post reporter, defends his scoop on a millionaire’s conviction revealed by a judge. The judge exposes press access to jury notes, Ferguson refuses to name his source, and a janitor’s testimony ties the mystery to the courthouse waste area. Ferguson hints at an unseen informant and stands by his article.
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Richard Ferguson
The
Morning Post
Ferguson
Hasry
Ste‘phenson
Agres
Forgman
Tillotson
More Than He Deserved
Frank J. Reed of the Monon railroad told a tale in Indianapolis about his wife’s bank book and $300. He forgot the deposit plan for weeks, traveled across the country while the money stayed tucked in his coat pocket, and only learned the truth when he found the book again. She reportedly does not trust him with even a postal card.
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Frank J. Reed
Chicago
Monon Railroad
Indianapolis
Trust Company
Indianapolis Star
England
Thomas
Adelaide
George
Mama
Papa
Cecelia
Walking costumi described with velvet gray and royal blue outfits
A detailed illustration describes two walking costumes. One dull elephant gray ensemble features a high waist skirt with train, a gray satin over-skirt trimmed ribbon, a single-button coat, pale gray collar cuffs and an epaulette on the sleeve, plus a gray crinoline toque with a shaded feather. The second costume uses royal blue Venetian cloth with a thirteen-gores skirt and wrapped seams, a semi-fitting coat with silk inserts and tabs, a waistcoat with silk buttons, silk collars and cuffs, a silk cuffed sleeve, and a straw hat adorned with roses and foliage.
Monogram Mania Inspires Summer Accessories
Girls embrace monogram fashions from purses and travel bags to brass initials on cushions and wash blouses. Letters appear detached and plain, placed near the top side or left front, with brass favored over nickel and single initials dominating key rings and hosiery.
Trimmed Skirt Folds Impress Fashion Yet Depends on Figure
The piece discusses trimming skirts with a single deep fold as a current fashion. It notes the look can shorten the apparent height on short or stout figures, while slashing the fold into multiple rounded sections can achieve a better result. A small but important detail.
Voiles In Pretty Designs From Paris Letter
Silk voiles arrive in numerous designs with black green blue and white blocks. Edge trimming features satin bands and velvet borders in contrasting colors. Nattier blue voile with white border and cashmere accent pairs with a red lozenge stamped voile for stylish ensembles.
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Paris
Night care for hands keeps them young and soft
The article notes hands age faster than the face due to more water exposure and drying. It advises nightly use of a suitable toilet cream massaged over the hands and knuckles, followed by loose gloves. It links red hands to poor circulation or tight cuffs, suggesting removing the cause as the cure.
Ornge and gray create an elegant gown design
A gown in gray mousseline de soie over an orange satin underdress features a high belt, tightly plaited skirt that falls loosely from the belt, and silver gray filet embroidery forming a continuous band from back to front. The corsage is built from the embroidery.
Stunning Black Silk Muslin Coat with White Braids
A long coat crafted in black silk muslin features intricate white silk braiding all over. Edges are outlined with wide white braid, with odd strapwork and bow finishes at the elbow sleeves. The back is short and waisted, finished with large gold buttons.
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Wegt
Fashion trend pairs tan shoes with dark blue stockings
The style shift favors dark blue stockings worn with tan shoes, once adopted by men and now embraced by women. The article notes that many stylish women own several pairs of these stockings as part of their wardrobe.
I Was in a Terrible Condition Kidney Pills Cure
A Lake City resident describes severe back pain dizziness and eye effects from kidney trouble. After using Dean's Kidney Pills the patient reports full recovery and ongoing health. The ad notes the product sold nationwide by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY at 50 cents a box.
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Hiram Center
South
Oak Street
Lake City
Mtun
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
The Effect of Wealth on Miss Gotrox
A light exchange frames Miss Gotrox as an heiress with several millions in her own name. The freckled girl on the horse draws commentary from Billie and Billie questions the impressions her wealth creates.
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Billie
Miss Gotrox
Cuticura Cures Four Southern Women and Babies
Mrs. Lillie Wilcher of Chattanooga Tennessee reports rapid relief from severe skin diseases after using Cuticura Remedies. She describes a face eruption and widespread itching fading after two cakes of Cuticura Soap and a box of Cuticura Ointment. She notes cures also reached her uncle's baby and another infant in the family.
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Lillie Wilcher
Eleventh St
Chattanooga
Tenn
Cautious Official and Enthusiastic Indorser Debate Umpire Ethics
A cautious official questions a friend's tact and administrative ability while an enthusiastic indorser notes the friend has never umpired a baseball game yet where anyone was kicked. The exchange frames trust and readiness in baseball officiating.
Ship Hides to N W Hide and Fur Co
Advertisement urges sending hides pelts wool to N W Hide and Fur Co Minneapolis Minnesota for disposal. Quote attributed to George Eliot underscores merciful stance.
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U. S
N. W
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Proclaimed Life Saver
A letter from Barbara base in Kansas praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing severe female troubles after an expected operation. Mrs Arthur R House in New Jersey also credits the remedy for avoiding surgery and restoring health. Facts for Sick Women describe the product as a standard cure from roots and herbs for displacements inflammation and other gynecological issues. Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice from Lynn Massachusetts.
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Lydia
Church Road
Moorestown
N. J
Pinkham
Lydia KE
Lynn
Mass
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Shortstory Pub. Co
Voiles
Detroit
Mich
Paul J. Thomas
Goodby
London
Cuticura
God’s Mercy
George Eliot
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