Extenuating Circumstances A Christmas Story
A narrator recounts a humorous Christmas tale of Kitty, Jack Owen, and a mistaken misdeed. After a lighthearted investigation into who offended Kitty, the narrator learns Jack was the culprit, amid romantic entanglements and social misunderstandings. Kitty forgives Jack, and the pair plan an engagement, with the narrator reflecting on women's behavior.
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Jack
Marvard
Tigiofly
Jack Owen
P. S
Kitty
Oporto
Mr. Walker
Owen
Dows
First Christmas Tree In Wooster Sparked Wide Interest
The article recalls Avguet Ingard, called the father of the Christmas tree, who introduced the first American tree in Wooster Ohio. It notes early American resistance to Christmas, the spread of trees to homes, and Rev Henry C Schwan bringing the tree to Cleveland amid opposition and eventual acceptance.
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United States
Wooster
O. Avguet
Ngard
Germany
Imgard
Amerca
Furtpe
New England
Henry C. Schwan
Cleveland
German Evangelical Lutheran Synod of
Missouri
Ohio
Mr. Schwan
Hanover
Mr. Schran
Easy to Find Excuses Corruption Won’t Want a Pretense
Quote attributed to Cato the Younger asserts corruption and ease of finding excuses while condemning pretense as a vice. The remark frames ethical critique in the classical republican tradition.
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Cato the Younger
Sleep Riches and Health for Workers in Natural Conditions
A brief on the need for abundant sleep to maintain health in favorable conditions. Emphasizes workers should seek rest to rival outdoor laborers whose health benefits stem from natural living conditions.
Be Good While You May Advice Quoted from John Raskin
A reflective proverb urges steady kindness and truthful speech, urging daily courtesy and presence as if lifelong. The quoted voice attributed to John Raskin frames living with intention and neighborly good will.
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John Raskin
Self Destruction Linked to School Pressures in Germany
Report notes that deaths by own action among youths in Germany often stem from personal crisis. Analysts cite school exam failures and overapplication to study as key causes behind acts of self destruction.
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Germany
Matrimony's Small Change
A witty note on love and money from a rustic voice, noting that even a broken penny cannot seal vows in olden style. The speaker jokes that the lover lacks coin yet remains steadfast in affection, hinting at social customs and playful chivalry.
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Puck
Europe’s Top Railway Speed Reported by German Journal
The German Railway Journal says European steam trains reached 65 miles per hour on Munich to Augsburg trips. Locomotives pulled 150 ton trains at that speed for a notable period, highlighting advances in rail performance. Elsewhere, Havre de Grace awards a contract for a double tracked Susquehanna bridge over 7,060 feet long at about $2 million, to Eyre Shoemaker of Philadelphia.
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Europe
German Railway Journal
Munich
Augsburg
Bavarian State Railway
Baltimore & Ohio
Havre de Grace
Eyre Shoemaker
Philadelphia
Free Coffee For Railway Attendants Under Temperance Policy
Bavarian railway authorities order free coffee with sugar for train attendants and many permanent way workers on duty. The measure provides about a quart daily per person to curb alcohol use while promoting clearer heads.
Ribbon Remnants Turned Into Handy Ribbon Crafts
Ellen T. Martins outlines easy projects for remnant ribbons to create small bags, needle cases, pin holders and card organizers. She describes using wide or narrow ribbons, sewing methods, color contrasts, and decorative bows to produce useful personal items and home accessories.
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Andrew D. Grange
Christraun
Mire
Glenforriden
Jack Teteea
Porter
Aintie
Mr. Porter
Mika Mainwaring
Hera
Heape
America
Thin Country
Ole Town
August Imgard
Christman Tree
Indianapolis News
The
Salt Lake Herald
Utah
Lake
Half & Roerd
Serge
Sanne
Dorus
Tess
Wong Gach
Ellen T. Martprs
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