A Smiling Villain Chapter unfolds a jewel plot disruption
In a verbose scene Moyra and Vera learn details of a jewel theft as Delda and Delda reveal they slipped into the hall during supper and observed Bertram while Miss Prior watches from the garden. A letter from Angus Robertson found in the shrubbery links a father and son to the scheme, escalating suspicion and tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerry
Moyra
Vera
Delda
Yadda
Witch
Miss Prior
Oly
Dertram
Shinink
Bertram
Melody
Beresford
Uestidy
J Hollerabie
Despaich the Studions
Terry
Toad
Ty Keene
Toonden
Angus Robertson
Caterham
Tie
Billy
Sirenges
Alenander Robertson
Fenton
Dilly
Movra
Orler
Mrr
Penton
Ian
Beresfords
Billy Trustrosahy
Berer
Robertson
Brio
Ander
Mr. Pouton
Mostra
Adleen
Tam
Mystery of the Diamonds and an Absent Bride
In a tense drawing room scene Detective reads a thread of suspicions around Bride as Miss Moyra Dereford wrestles with blame and the theft of Mr. Penton's diamonds. Bride vanishes overnight leaving a torn note and a chilling family crisis unfolds in the morning.
Bride Ile Hints at Elopement in family crisis
Bertram Charteris and Moyra face distress as Bride Ile vanishes amid fear and gossip. Aileen acts to steady the household, urging calm while Terry and Moyra scramble to locate Bride through telegrams and word of mouth. The anxious family awaits news of her whereabouts near Hamiltons or Tantiliens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertram Charteris
Moyra
Bride * Ile
Aileen
Terry
Post Office
Hamiltons
Smith
Father
Fentons
Pat
Bride
Mayra
Tove
Should He Pay Wife Wages Clubwomen Debate Duty
New York club women clash over whether a wife should receive wages from her husband for domestic work. Mrs. Tastines argues against payment, calling it inferior and unnecessary, while Mrs. Cory insists wives deserve regular income as part of their material support and sees no romance in money matters, asserting wages reflect rightful contribution. The discussion centers on women’s economic independence and the fairness of home finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Evening World
New York
Tlarry Tastings
Tubbie
Sally Morris Cory
Cory
Conio
Gt Nial
Burt
Mrs. Cory
Do nothings for husbands and a matriarchal tribe note
A mixed piece contrasts domestic advice about equality in marriage with an India study of the KK tribe where the mother is head of the family and primary property owner. It describes inheritance through the mother, the man joining his wife, and the feminine role in society and language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tndia
Custon
Atwohtin
Fragments on Perfume, Milk, and Domestic Hints
A column notes Orris root scenting fabrics and pricey yet affordable uses, advising on violet-like fragrance in garments. It critiques Pasteur’s milk sterilization and water boiling, urges natural milk and healthy cows, and mentions an American centenarian queen claim. Also cites a 16 year old violin maker in Denver and a nurse observer of Russo Japanese conflict. Ends with a practical paste recipe using alum flour resin and boiling water for home use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Behring
Agricultural Union
Berlin
M. Pasteur
Pasteur
America
Mary Wood
Portland
Ore
Oregon
Missouri
Knoxville
Tenn
Denver
Ethel McCaul
Alexandra
Interior Department
Minnesota
Two Story Beds emerge as New York space savers
A New York note highlights two and three story beds of hammered iron designed to save room in crowded flats. Each bunk includes a woven wire spring mattress and pillow. The piece discusses shared duties and warns against selfish use of partnerships, then shifts to beauty and health tips for women including fresh air, massage, avoiding white lead powders, a lemon drink remedy, and hot soda baths for goose flesh and skin.
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New York
Window draft solution with sandpapered shoes note
Instructions describe making a wooden frame with cheap flannel to fit a window and use at night to admit fresh air while preventing dampness. It notes babies cannot stand new shoes and children prone to asthma or throat trouble sleep with damp weather, with morning water drops mentioned.
Passport System Origins Mentioned Amid Odd Dialogue
In a quirky dialogue Eva asks if kissing harms health and Jack recalls fainting from kissing a girl who wore a veil. The exchange shifts abruptly to note the passport system dating back to the crusades, mixing personal anecdotes with a historical aside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eva
Jack
Wise Woman Remedies For Household Efficiency
A Wise Woman advises saving old stockings for cleaning day uses such as dust rags, protecting shirts, and cleaning tools. An article by Margeret Umbbard Ayer argues businesswomen will solve domestic problems by earning salaries that allow maids, while stressing self reverence and the woman’s duty to maintain a well ordered household in partnership with her husband.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marringen
Lim
Hats and social life mix in Kansas fashion notes
A fragmented column describes hat styles with velvet, silk and plume accents, remarks on social ladies and fashion rituals, then shifts to Kansas clubwomen pushing for a state library traveling art exhibit and free kindergartens. It notes legislative bills and the need for male support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Papering a Clothes Closet and Tea Tables with Drawers
A fragment discusses tea tables with drawers holding teaspoons and trays with lockable drawers. It then gives a tip to paper a clothes closet using wallpaper remnants on the wrong side to create a plain white surface for hanging clothes.
Damascus Brass Lamp Shades With Silk Bead Fringe
Brasa Shadas offers Damascus brass lamp shades in any color silk with aml fini and bead fringe to match. Available at the usual table lamp shop for $9 each.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Violet M. Flinn
Moyra Dereford
Anens
Dondon
Meyra
Doride
Darling Moyra
Gal Tantry
Orris
Margzaret Uwnbbard Ayer
Aneriva
Schiller
Tatlor
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