Finding the Bride in Genesis Lesson for Soul Winners
A moral reflection on Abraham’s servant seeking a bride for Isaac in Genesis twenty four. The tale is used to illustrate guiding prayer, divine leading, and generous service in Christian outreach. The sermon ties Rebekah’s selection to spiritual trust and the church as the bride of Christ.
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Genesess
Abraham
Isaac
God
Jesus Christ
Lord
Crist
Christ
Jesus
Abrahams
Rebekah
Paul
S&f
Esfairy Tales? Fairy Dance on Mountain Peak
Mary Graham Bonner narrates a whimsical tale where fairies host a dance for the clouds on Mountain Peak. The Sun and Wind debate warmth versus chill, clouds arrive in finery, garlands are swapped, and the Earth people observe as a gnome performs comical somersaults to close the party.
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Daddy
Mr. Sun
Mr. Wind
Ralo
Mr. Sum
Nick
Tommy’s Witty Answer Amid Patriotism Lesson
A teacher probes boys about patriotism by asking what Tommy would think if the Stars and Stripes waved over the battlefield. Tommy’s reply reveals his logical stance, stating he would merely conclude the wind was blowing.
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Tommy
Thomas
Humorous Vignettes from a Parlor Scene and School Exchange
In a front parlor Johnny jokes with Mr. Borem about his sister's opinion as Hob grumbles. A child praises sharing candy with his mother, praising her polite return. A teacher asks why hands are dirty. a pupil replies dirt comes from the dirt.
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Mr. Borem
Miss Blick
Jonny
Johnny
Hob
Fancies and Fads of Fashion by Julia Bottomley
Fashion notes describe the season’s abundance of taffeta silk suits and coats, shifting May demand to lighter cotton voiles nets and laces for dressy frocks while white outfits favor heavier cotton weaves. The example shows a short loose coated taffeta suit with a belt decorative bow and wide cape collar, white soutachedras trim, and a long full skirt with bias bands.
Filmy Hats of Hair Braid in Summer Lace Fashion
A description of filmy hats made from hair braid with lace patterns. The wide brims, light construction, and marines facing with crepe or chiffon are highlighted. White variants with pale brim accents and ostrich wreaths are favored, while black versions pair face braid with malines and paradise feathers.
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Grandmamma
Frock of Auffies Described in Delicate Pale Blue Silk
A late 19th or early 20th century article details a young girl's pale blue frock with pink silk piping and numerous ruffles. The design features ten ruffles on the skirt and three on each elbow sleeve, a bertha of three ruffles around the neck, and an underpetticoat to give pronounced flare.
Round Walle Net Walls with Floral Border Design
A description notes some new walls using a thin yet wide mesh net featuring a border pattern of large conventional flowers.
Temperance Messages From Industry Leaders
Statements from multiple companies emphasize that any alcohol use harms efficiency and reliability. Leaders from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg condemn liquor in the workplace and advocate abstinence as essential to productivity and welfare. Kansas’ low death rate is linked to prohibition and its economic benefits for workers and families.
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Kansas
Editor's Shift on Prohibition After Month in Seattle
In a candid reconsideration the Seattle Daily Times details its stance during prohibition’s onset. It notes opposition rooted in economic concerns for a 300000 strong seaport and cites liquor licensed control as preferable. The editor reports crime falling from 260 saloons to 400 arrests in January with hangover crimes on Jan 1.
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Washington
Seattle Daily Times
Seattle
Tax Rates in Early Wet and Dry Regions Compared
The report notes Kansas wet in 1880 taxed at 6.6 mills per dollar while dry Kansas City in 1914 taxed at 1.2 mills. It records Wet Nebraska rising from 3.9 mills in 1880 to 7.8 mills in 1914 and compares Atlanta Georgia to Toledo Ohio and Columbus Ohio. It cites dry Atlanta with 7.60 dollars per thousand, and wet Columbus 13.60 per thousand versus wet Toledo 14 per thousand.
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Kansas
Kansas City
Nebraska
Atlanta
Toledo
Columbus
Saloon Tax Rates Rise During Prohibition Era
In Circleville Ohio 1911 marked the end of a dry period with a tax rate of 11.20 per thousand. By 1913 and again this year the rate rose to 11.80 and 11.90 respectively. A charge on saloons climbs as anti drinking measures advance. Two thirds of drinkers begin before twenty one, about seven per cent before twelve. In Portland jail population falls with prohibition. Living Church notes too few inmates to attend Bundsy services. One family in five must furnish a boy for the army of drinkers, prompting calls for help.
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Circleville
Ohio
Portland
Oregon
The
Living Church
Kashan Persia Through War and History’s Vein
The dispatch notes Russian and British moves near Kashan and Hamadan as war sweeps a land rich in lore. Kashan once thrived with mosques and silk weavers, famed for a leaning minaret and ancient palace ruins. The Shah Abbas palace oasis remains, its green gardens and mosaics contrasting a troubled history. Kashan’s taacor pions are reputedly among the world’s largest and most poisonous.
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Kashan
Persia
Bethlehem
Bage
Garden of Eden
Bagdad
Zobeideh
Haroun-el-Rashid
Shah Abbas
Mirza Khan
Near East
Through April Dusks Poem On Springtime Renewal
Margaret E. Sangster Jr in the Christian Herald offers a lyrical meditation on April. The piece imagines twilight and spring easing grief as life returns. It evokes wandering folk, lovers, and farmers, with nature and renewal guiding a quiet resurrection through night.
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Margaret E. Sangster, Jr
The
Christian Herald
Geate Often Becomes Leader Insight from Aging Editor
An aged Philadelphia newspaper man recalls early newsroom days and a cutback story. He fired the lowest paid reporter earning six dollars weekly, a choice that did not hinder future success as William C. Reich rose to publish the New York Sun.
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Geate
Philadelphia
William C. Reich
New York Sun
West Point
Washington
Girard
Philadelphia Ledger
Dog Thug Steals Gem in Boston Park
Junior, an aristocrat bulldog in apparel, walked with Mra. K. D. Slavens of St. Louis at the Hotel Majestic. A park scuffle followed when a rival dog bit Junior’s tail and a vet reported only minor injuries and shock.
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Junior
Boston
Mra. K. D. Slavens
St. Louia
Hotel Majestic
Boston Herald
How Norwalk Got It a Name
Norwalk Conn earned its name from a colonial survey claim. The northern boundary was to extend northward from the sea one day’s walk according to an Indian distance marking.
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Norwalk
Conn
Indiana
Assota Office Boy Seeks Back Alimony Post Honeymoon
A front desk aide demands retroactive alimony from the husband of his wife. He claims the man just returned from a honeymoon and needs funds. The report notes a confrontational request tied to ongoing legal obligations and the workplace context.
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Assota
Round Common Sense in Having Va cant Property Present an At tractive Appearance
The Minneapolis Journal argues selling vacant city lots is aided by curb appeal. Smoothing fronts, mowing, clipping, and planting a tree can double sale chances and justify a higher price. Leave rough, unattractive lots to agents who may cut prices to move them.
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Saya
Minneapolis Journal
Garden features add value to home grounds
The article argues that architectural garden features enhance homes of any size. It urges careful selection of simple artistic lines and appropriate materials linked to the house style.
Better Cities Not Bigger For Providence Growth
Providence grows and plans for harbor development under a united federal state and city effort. A city plan commission studies ways to beautify the city, while public generosity rises and community cooperation strengthens.
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Providence
Providence Journal
Glad Hand Signs Cheer Visitors in Haddonfield NJ
Haddonfield New Jersey plans welcoming signs along borough lines facing outward to greet visitors as they leave. The large black and white placards say THANK YOU. COMBE AGAIN promoting a friendly tone rather than suspicion of speeding motorists.
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Small James
Haddonfield
N. J
Combe
Earrings for a present in plain style at the jeweler
A farmer asks for a quiet pair of earrings and explains his girl is deaf in one ear. The jeweler agrees, noting they should not be overly quiet. The exchange is recounted in Tit-Bits tone.
Advisory board of moving picture actresses debated
In a wartime discussion a speaker proposed adding an advisory board of moving picture actresses to the general staff. The comment sparked quick, mixed reactions about roles for film stars in national defense planning.
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Johnnie
Slick
Gister
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Ole
Christian Temperance Union
A. M. Byers Company
Pittsburgh
Melnnes Steel Company, Ltd
Corry, Pa
Follansbee Furnace Company
Follansbee
W. Va
Delaware River Steel Company
Chester
Peno Steel Castings and Machine Company
Nicetown Plate Washer Company
Nicetown
Phiadelphia
Harrisburg Pipe and Pipe-Bending Company
Harrisburg
Wyoming Shovel Works
Wyoming
David Bradley Manufacturing Works
Bradley, II
Kane
United States
W. J. V. Deacon
Registrar of Vital Statistics
Mr. Deacon
Samuel L. Rogers
United States Bureau of Census
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