How to Help Inquirers The Fearful
A Moody Bible Institute article guides pastors in easing fearful inquirers toward faith. It finds fear stems from relying on self rather than Christ, and urges directing attention to Jesus Christ who saves and sustains. Scripture cited includes Hebrews 7 25 Jude 24 and 1 Corinthians 10 13 to illustrate salvation and protection, ending with a practical invitation to commit one s soul to the uttermost Savior.
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Jook
Christ
Jesus
Blamelesa
Father
God
Christina
White Satin With Tunic of Black Chiffon Gown
Julia Bottomley details a black and white gown with a black chiffon tunic and white lace surplice, highlighting a velvet girdle and rose at the waist. Accessories include a black satin bag, white satin slippers with black velvet rosettes, and a beaded black turban. The ensemble emphasizes enduring hues and artistic design.
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Julia Bottomley
Rompers for the Little Girl Garments in spring and summer wear
The article describes rompers for young girls aged three to six or seven, noting similar blouse patterns for boys and girls and suggesting knee pants for boys. It emphasizes sturdy, shrinking fabrics, colorfast ginghams, and simple designs, with machine stitching for durability and growth consideration.
Dressing a Used Pony Coat Into Velvet Waisted Cutaway
A woman transforms a three quarter length pony coat that was tight at the bottom and frayed at the edges into a velvet waistcoat and cutaway. She removes worn front edges and uses fur scraps to create wide cuffs and a rolling collar. The neck to waist fastening gives a flat front finish.
Tunics Without Wires Made For Comfort And Style
Tunics may startle or flare but need not be terrifying. There are sane harmless little tunica options, soft graceful designs without wires. They can be plain or edged with fur, offering safe comfortable attire.
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Madras
Julia Bottomley
Tunica
Brewers and Brewers’ Impact in National Economy
The article reports figures circulated at a Chicago meeting of the Brewers’ Association, citing 1,400 plants with 57,000 workers and $670 million in capital, plus $275 million in annual product. It contrasts these gains with social costs from alcohol and quotes John A. Nichols on grain usage, noting breweries use a small share of crops and urging further analysis.
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John A. Nichols
Boston
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Alcohol Causes Mot Wve
The Chicago Tribune highlights the court of domestic relations annual report calling alcohol a major cause of family breakdown. It urges legal measures to curb desertion and assign deserters’ earnings to families, asking why laws cannot limit access to alcohol seen as harming homes and taxpayers.
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Chicago Tribune
Court of Domestic Relations
Itenya
Jack London
John Harleycorn
Asbury Park mirrors a sea side abstinence model
In November the National W C T A held its fortieth annual convention in Asbury Park. The resort, with a 26000 resident population and over a million summer visitors, was founded with a deed restriction on liquor. Despite early cynics predicting failure, the town thrived as a social and commercial center of north New Jersey.
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Asbury Park
American
Europe
New York
New Jersey
Harm in Moderation Says Dr Kress on Alcohol Use
Dr. D H Kress from Washington argues that daily mild drinking causes more long term injury than rare sprees. He explains continuous irritation damages blood vessels and organs, while occasional excess allows the body to recover.
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D. H. Kress
Washington
No Drinker Need Apply For Postmasters
The piece argues that fourth class postmasters must be teetotal and questions why higher government officials are not held to the same standard. It predicts Uncle Sam will recognize the value of unalcoholized brains in running the government.
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Uncle Sam
Sandman and the Spider Jail Visit Tale
In a fantasy scene the Sandman appears to Johnnie Jesale and the Twins. They chase a giant new fly into a silver spider web where a vigilant spider traps it. The Sandman toys with the fly then has the spider snare the misbehaving intruder to teach him a lesson.
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Johnnie
Jesale
Jessie
Mother Dear
Sandman
Daddy
Olther
Baby Brother
Twins
Joseph B. Bowles
Call for the Dominie in a Parlor Mischief
A clergyman’s daughter, sent to bed, calls down to her mother asking for the pastor and water after her father’s brief trip. Hearing no reply, a white figure appears at the stairs demanding immediate access, and the pastor is summoned by the distressed child, ending with the clergyman ascending to her bedside.
Globe question yields cheeky pupil in class
A teacher asks a pupil to name the country opposite the United States on a globe and to imagine travelling through a hole in the Earth. The student responds with a boastful, humorous own conclusion, saying he would come out of the hole.
Ruminant Question Sparks Odd Classroom Exchange
In a New Jersey classroom a teacher quizzed a student on natural history with a sharp prompt. A bright young girl answered that a ruminant animal is “one that chews her cubs,” revealing a humorous misinterpretation during the lesson.
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New Jeraey
Congregationatiat
Henry Howland's Poetic Reflection on Hope and Courage
The piece urges patient sentiment and resilience amid gloom. It encourages borrowed cheer, gentle smiles, and learning to face fear with hope, suggesting that persistent effort may ease troubles and reveal brighter days tomorrow.
Misjudged suitor judged by Myrtle’s father
Myrtle’s father orders her to end contact with Smitherton, arguing his seriousness and humorless nature make him unsuitable, despite Myrtle praising his refinement and humor. The exchange reveals class and judgment tensions in a domestic scene.
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Myrtle
Smitherton
Opinion and aphorisms on fame and appetite
A compact musing on human foibles and pride. It lampoons those who seek greatness through showy acts, mocks the idea of writing illegible signatures, and notes money's power over ambition and taste. The author reflects humorously on appetite and self importance.
A Trying Time for the Nation and Team
A columnist notes rare national perils including military frontier tensions and the Japan threat. The piece humorously shifts to a domestic concern urgency, stressing the need to settle the team’s third baseman position without delay.
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Japan
Never Dull in a Town of This Size
A town resident counters a claim of dullness by noting constant activity centered on church scandals. The exchange highlights pervasive local intrigue as a marker of life in a small community. The dialogue conveys a brisk, period voice characteristic of smaller town journalism.
All She Asked Case Wrecks Sympathy Refusal to Help
A clipped wartime style line contrasts with a demand to refuse sympathy toward the ultimate consumer. The text suggests a debate over frugality and cost, citing champagne prices and a directive to let her go. The fragmentary prose hints at social tension and personal stance in a springtime setting.
True Politeness in Conversation
A brief note defines true politeness as showing interest in the talk of someone who has nothing to say. It frames courtesy as listening more than speaking and highlights the value of attentive engagement in dialogue.
Quip on Naming a Baby and Honorary Names
A witty exchange where one person asks how to obtain his wife's consent to name their baby after him. The reply humorously recalls that he would not even let a dog bear his own name, implying a playful protest to secure agreement.
Easiest Task In the World Triggers Expense Claim Jest
A humorous exchange asks what is easiest, replying that inflating an expense account is easiest. The quip frames common office bureaucracy as a light jab at overstatement.
Notable Quotes on Raising Babies and Virtue
A fragmentary reflection compares parenting advice to quarrels among friends. It references a cryptic line by "Tocon" describing virtue as a rich stone bust, followed by a humorous, garbled remark. The text lacks clear context or full attribution.
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Howard W. Pope
Moody Bible Instituts
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Oo Po
National
Vormin's Christian Temperance Union
Chicago
Brewers’ Association
Voplea
United States
Balkan States
Spider
the Sandman
Owratie Henry Howland
Leus
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