A Courtship That Came In Like a Lamb and Went Out Like a Lion
A memoir excerpt details a 19th century woman’s view of marriage and independence as she hesitates between lovers Wilbur Ernst and Edward Tucker. By spring she reconciles with Ernst after a dramatic theater outing and a fiery confrontation, describing a betrothal that ends with a decisive marriage to Ernst.
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Wilbur
Edward Tecker
Edward
Banaré
Spain
Aim
Ter Urder
Wiltur
Bim
Wibur
Ed Tucker
Atlas
Wilbur Ernst
May Manton pattern page describes fabrics and dress styles
A fashion notice reviews fabric choices from sheer to Zou lands and calendars a summer dress from patterns by Judic Chollet. It notes white embroidered cotton yokes, striped gowns with colored cuffs, and six gore skirts adaptable to coats or one material gowns. Sizes listed from waist 22 to 32 inches with mail order options.
The Prevailing Taste in Geliara Fashions and Fabrics
Fashion notes highlight Natty Sailor styles in Geliara with embroidered arrow heads and delicate face embroidery on princess slips under sheer Petticoats. Champagne tones flatter most gowns, suede and glace gloves pair with outfits, iridescent feathers top hats, large lace jabots reappear on dresses, and new striped hats and May Manton patterns widen size options.
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Geliara
Uoder
Smart designs and fabrics shape new fashion forms
The article describes fashionable accessories and garments with novelty handles for crystal net, eye glass guards, and new patterns. It mentions napproof colors, lace chemisettes, embroidery, and tunic waist styling. May Marton patterns come in sizes suited to 34 to 42 bust measurements, with order details and postage instruction.
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Sik On Nee
Woll
The Bible as a Detective in Old Times
The Loudon Chronicle reports a 1882 tale where an East Anglican churchward keeper used a rope and the church yard key to accuse a thief. The method involved surrounding suspects and spinning the key to designate a supposed culprit, who could only prove an alibi, leaving servants unconvinced of the test’s validity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jestopp
Anglican
Loudon
The Federn Child and School Satchel Demand
A fragmentary reminiscence quotes a child and mother exchange about bringing sugar home from school. The child cites a school rule forbidding carrying items beyond the satchel. Pele Mele attribution appears as a playful addendum.
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Federn
Wolan
Golfer Aims for Breakthrough After Boer Afta
A cryptic note from the World of Golz hints at a golfer who may break through after a Boer era setback. Analysts expect a dramatic ascent as competition intensifies.
The Real Truth About Mothers In Law
A clipped note from Gal laston News argues mothers in law face stereotypes about work and family roles. It claims social expectations pressure women who have to support themselves and their children through labor.
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Gallaston News
Marshall City Ordinance Regulating Saloon Licensing
The ordinance sets licensing conditions for saloons in Marshall Michigan. It requires a five hundred dollar city license plus state taxes, bonds, and strict eligibility rules, with location and distance restrictions, safety provisions, and penalties for violations or license forfeiture.
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Marshall
City of Marshall Orddaina
City of
State of
Michigan
Salonog
Isake
City Recorder
Con Mon Council
Stelanolic Enlign
Express &Greemert
Corémon Council
Samron Council
United States
Cencus
Common Council
Batits
Bankrupt Petition in the Eastern District of Michigan
A bankruptcy case in the Eastern District of Michigan declares the petition of Mary H. Swan, judge of the District Court, seeking discharge from all provable debts under the Bankrupt Acts. The hearing is set for Detroit at 2 o clock in the afternoon, with publication ordered in the Marshall Times. Creditors may appear to show cause why the prayer should not be granted.
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Charcel Orr Pni
United States of America
Michigan
Marshall
Winsor & Miller
Flcat Nation
Sank
Intre Wiscrich
United States
Visther
Tyshe Mauer
Lernpt
Tytae Hongrath Meary H. Swan
Ceart
Aalero
Cathonn
Aes
Deaton
Barkseypran
Seracts of
Congress
P.saulu
Bankfast
A. D
Detroit
Rambher
H. Swan
Probate Court Notice of Estate Claim for Asa Farmeng
In Michigan a probate notice announces four months for creditors to file claims against the estate of Asa Farmeng, deceased, in the Probate Court at Marshall. Claims are due by September 11, with hearings set August 10 and September 11 at 10 o clock. Judge William H. Porter presides.
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Cains
State of
Michigan
Cainosa
Hoethe
Imihoan
Asa Farmeng
Manshall
Anc Ibat Suck
Cneet
Sae
M.A D
Willliam H. Porter
Probain
Fragmentary School Board Dispute Report
A disrupted board scene unfolds in Moses town with an official deputy sent to mediate a quarrel. The chairman questions the cause as a member asserts an agreement exists while another insists someone cannot write. The fragment hints at governance tensions within the local school board.
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School Board
Moses Town
Trey Landay
Mie
Burdock Blood Hitters Advertised as Blood Purifier
An old advertisement touts Burdock Blood Hitters as a blood purifier that cures the cause of ailments and strengthens the body, describing it as a remedy for impure blood and organic disease.
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American Press Association
Wicbur Ernst
Ged
Milady
Gored Seit
Hatlor Ruotse
Smart Designs
Gily
Marsha
Calhoun County
Eat
Starshall
Marshal. News
Sewspapers
Printvil Ao
Lina
Cmey
Marshal
Branes
C. Sawpy
Jorix FL Gatss
May Li
Lottee
Empire Theatre
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