Hilles Chosen Secretary to President Taft
Charles D. Hilles named secretary to President Taft succeeding Charles D. Norton. Hilles, about 40, from Dobb’s Ferry N Y, will earn 7500 dollars yearly after a 1500 increase. The president’s executive staff becomes a largely permanent group aside from the secretary. A Virginia girl sent Hilles a Bible verse about the scapegoat, joking that the secretary bears the blame for political missteps.
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Charles D. Norton
Charles D. Hilles
Treasury
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Otto
Dobb's Ferry
Congress
Norton
White House
Virginia
Aaron
Israel
Virginia Belle
Heir to Monaco Faces Tumult Over Prince Albert Rule
Monaco heir Prince Louis looms as political unrest grows under Prince Albert. Citizens demand a constitution after casino revenues fund state costs and a royal civil list, with protests and calls for reform. Officials accuse corruption as unrest edges toward potential upheaval.
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Prince Louis
Principality
Monaco
Prince Albert
Manuel
Portugal
France
Fisher Succeeds Ballinger as Interior Secretary
Walter Lowery Fisher of Chicago succeeds Richard A. Ballinger as secretary of the interior. Ballinger resigned in January but stayed until Congress adjourned at the president’s request. Fisher, a lawyer, long supports conservation and led Chicago groups. he is 49, West Virginia born, and will keep personnel in the department unchanged. Ballinger vows to prosecute his enemies amid personal health strain.
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Chicago
Richard A. Ballinger
Ballinger
Fisher
Simeularly
Gifford Dinchot
Conservation League
National Conservation Congress
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Pinchot
Municipal Voters’ League of
Taft
West Virginia
Paliinger
Imanis
Maine Governor An Editor Before Politician
Governor Frederick W. Plaisted of Maine is described as a newspaper editor at heart with deep roots in the press. He and his father Gen Harris M Plaisted built the New Age, a lasting publication, while Mrs. Plaisted, Miss Frances Gulliver, aids in the office despite her duties as governor’s wife.
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Frederick W. Plaisted
Maine
School of Maine
Harris M. Plaisted
New Age
Governor Plaisted
Plaisted
Frances DB. Gulliver
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Scarfs of chiffon styles wow with beaded flair and lace
The article highlights attractive scarf ideas for girls including rain bow and American Beauty tinted chiffon scarves finished with a narrow hemstitched edge. It notes beaded chiffon scarves with gathered ends, tassels of silk and beads, and varying bead sizes for stylish, long lasting gifts.
Artificial Flowers in Fashion Through the Ages
The piece notes how artificial flowers like chrysanthemums violets and poinsettias have long been prized for lasting beauty and fragrance. It cites ancient Egyptian linen flowers and Rococo era indulgence with Marie Antoinette, showing artificial blooms as enduring fashion.
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Marie Antoinette
Bright red neckwear set to mark spring fashion
Indications point to a bold red hue in spring attire, especially with black and white. Windsor and four in hand ties appear with embroidered linen collars in charrot silk, featuring black and white borders, narrow frills, or broad bands. A matching paragol with alternating plain and striped silk completes the look.
Bowknot Brilliants Adorn Velvet and Silk Embellishments
A description of bowknots encrusted with brilliants replacing pearl brooches. The pieces are set on black or dark velvet backgrounds or heavy corded silk. Some centers feature blue enamel with a row of brilliants along the edge.
Make Guest Room Pleasant With Modern Comforts
Weekend visitors are common now and the spare room is a thing of the past. Transform it into a soothing mauve and gray guest room with ivory paint and a pale pattern, plus a writing desk, neatly arranged, bright daylight, and minimal bric a brac so guests feel at home and welcome.
For the Young Girl Dress Pattern Description
A simple woolen dress with a high waistline and galloon bands. The Magyar bodice features a square lace yoke and gathered sleeves with lace cuff bands. Materials listed include 5 yards 46 inch fabric 4 yards galloon and 4 yards lace.
Home Building Advice From William A. Radford
William A. Radford offers free answers and construction guidance to readers, highlighting the era of inexpensive houses. He argues homeownership provides security and independence, urging families to build, save, and invest in their own dwellings for children’s sake, with design notes and porch details.
Hand Embroidery Tips for Personal Marks and Subtle Designs
Learn to personalize hand embroidery by adding a small distinctive mark. Small cross stitch motifs are attractive and discreet, suitable for subtle embellishment on fabric.
Don’t Worry, Live Longer Motto Says 107-Year-Old
A worried mind is linked to many illnesses and deaths, say medical experts. In New York Mrs. Bella Goldberg died at 107 after a life philosophy of “Don’t worry,” while she remained cheerful and active to the end, proving mental attitude affects health.
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New York
Bella Goldberg
Spring Fever Dialogue Exhibit
A playful exchange shows a doctor declaring perfect health while the patient pleads for a recuperative trip. The brief vignette reflects lighthearted domestic humor from a Century-era voice.
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