Venice in History and Shakespeare's Venice Recall
Special correspondence notes the St Marks tower fall drawing attention to Venice. It discusses Shakespeare's portrayal of Venetians and the public’s perception, detailing 12th to 17th century slave trade in Venice and related notarial contracts, marking the city’s maritime memory and cultural image.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mark's
Venice
Belmont
Portia
Bal
Dalmatia
Greece
Romagna
Africa
Provincia Synoda
Mutinelli
Vatican
Ostia
Pompeo Molmenti
Republic
Trial of Shakespearean Venice in the Sala de' Pregadi
The article argues the famous trial in The Merchant of Venice likely occurred in the Doge's Sala de' Pregadi, a richly decorated hall in Venice's palace. It discusses Marin Sanudo's records of trials there, Byron's remarks on Venice, and staging details in the play with Portia, Bassanio, Belario, and the duke, set before the republic’s majesty and Venetian onlookers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OF &T
Mont
Venice
Court of Justice
Sala de'Pregadi
Marin Banudo
Pregadi
Rome
Antonio
Bassanio
Portia Dinguined Az
Padua
Belario
Balthasar
Bellario
Fragmented Historical Note on a Girl Pretending as Boy
A damaged snippet describes a girl who masquerades as a boy for months learning to emote, swear, and fight. The text hints at consequences for overthinking or revealing identities, suggesting risk of exposure or being found out.
Just to Be Good Salary for Forger Becomes Public Note
Boston Herald reports the American Bank era association will pay Charles Becker five hundred dollars a month after he finishes a seven year term in San Quentin California. The offer, described as payment to stay honest, is likened to a Southern judge hog tale about rewarding restraint rather than theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Venice
Lord Byron
American Bankera’ Association
Charles Becker
San Quintin
California
Jack
Boston Herald
Remarkable Folk Cure for Epilepsy Stirs Outdated Beliefs
The article notes a wide range of folk remedies for epilepsy, including a plaster over the stomach and a plan to convert silver coins gathered at agorament into a ring for the patient. The coins must be paid for with copper coins obtained from unmarried people of the opposite sex after church, reflecting quaint, old practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fesh
The Reward of the Unsuccessful
The article reflects on men whose immediate success seldom comes, facing endless failures and scant recognition. It argues the struggle and deferred hope shape noble character, with the idea that some may not reach a crowning life but gain strength from enduring effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamillton
Wright Mable
Carnegie Still at Work After Lapse of Several Weeks
Carnegie remains active in ongoing projects after a several week pause. The period marked by absence ends as collaborators report renewed progress and continued focus on key initiatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie
Hearth and Boydioe Lateet Trimming For the Grylich Hat
The article reviews an elaborate millinery style featuring a golden Tuscan straw hat trimmed with cherries and a black bird replacing the common velvet ribbon bow. Bird features are a current trend with large birds and Paradise plumes, while pompon roses dominate seasonal trimming in interlaced wreaths.
Velvet waists and autumn fashion notes in new exhibits
Separate waist is now an established fact amid fall fashion chatter. Velvet waists appear in new exhibits with short nap and light weight. Descriptions detail pale blue velvet back, yellow chiffon overlays, black velvet ribbons, and elbow sleeves. Also advice on curing oily skin includes borax soaks and alcohol washes for skin and hands.
New Tea Gown Designs Impress with Transparent Blouse
One of the prettiest new tea gowns features an upper portion shaped like a transparent blouse fastened at the back with short sleeves and a deep elbow-length ruff. The blouse is set in for a refined silhouette.
Intricate Tea Gowns and Pretty Ribboned Arm Tops
A pale hellotrope tea gown features tucked fullness at the hips and a floor length skirt with a deep yellow lace bolero. Delicate sleeves echo the lace, with crepe puffs, a jeweled wrist buckle, and ribboned arm tops on a white frock for a little girl. The pink ribbon accents, tied at the arms, frame rosy cheeks and tidy tresses.
Finish for Negliges Ribbon Use in Lingerie
The passage describes a decorative ribbon accessory called the rib bon chou used on negligees. It features a hard knot with twelve diagonal ends, each cone tied with a knot an inch from the end. The effect calms a corset cover, saves space, and suits nighties and robes with a long graceful line.
Sensible Walking Skirt Shown In London Fashion
London introduces a stylish walking skirt in brown heather cloth with slot seams and a waterproof facing. The design clears the ground, hides elastic-backed pleats, and uses a medium girdle to secure the blouse without a belt, allowing graceful swing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Deep tucks and Hungarian sleeves blouse described for new walats
The article presents a blouse with horizontally arranged deep tucks that lend distinct charm. It notes the garment flatters the body and sleeves, with Hungarian style sleeves and material quantities given for medium sizes across various fabric widths.
Calling Costume and House Gown Description
A left costume features black taffeta with original black cloth appliques and black silk stitching. The skirt is plaited around the top and trimmed with Fara cloth applique and motifs of the same.
Record of the Past Tests Doan's Kidney Pills Cure Many
An old testimonial notes over fifty thousand people publicly testifying that Doan's Kidney Pills cured various kidney ailments from backache to diabetes. It cites Samuel J. Taylor of Goshen Indiana who swore a permanent cure after decades of suffering and crutch use. A free trial offer is extended by FosterMilburn Co. Buffalo New York with price 50 cents per box. Also reported is J D Wood of Spencer Idaho shipping a 60,000 pound wool consignment to Boston worth about 88000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PAGT
Dean
Samuel J. Taylor
Carpenter
South Third St
Goshen
Ind
Maya
Jacob
Mann
Doan
Taylor
United States
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
J. D. Wood
Spencer
Idaho
Boston
Centenarian Anne Staunton Plans Long Life in Shragh
In Shragh village County Kildare Ireland Anne Staunton has reached 111 years. Despite her age she remains clear minded and recalls many historic events. She enjoys good health and the peat eases her spirits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shragh
County Kildare
Ireland
Anne Staunton
Heaith
Auditorium Stock Specials Prizes Attract Omaha Aud Co
Attention invited to semi monthly prizes on the 1st and 16th each month. Special prizes paid on the 1st and 14th with immediate interest. July half payments to Ed Hamilton and others. August half payments to C J Morgan and Wm Buchardt. Regular prizes range $2.50 to $5000. Bank clearings listed for 1901 1902. Tickets 25 cents for one share stock and two free guesses. Buy now before they sell out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
Wilsonville
Neb
Mra. C.J. Mangold
Omaha
Bernard
Fairfield
Wm. Bucharidt
Blair
Omaha World-Herald
Omaha Auditorium Co
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Kansas
Garnett
Tover
Russell Sage
Sam Small
Vermont
Alphonso
Alfred Austin
Persia
Chicago
Kentucky
Alfonso
Grindstone Trust
Europe
J. P. Morgan
America
John W. Gates
Jim Corbett
Jim
Redding
Gome
Gayhy
Defiance Star Co
Omaha, Neb
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