Queens of the Cabinet in Washington Society
Washington society discusses the upcoming cabinet wives. Mrs Sherman remains a familiar figure, while new arrivals vary in status. Mon Alger is praised for youth and taste, Mrs McKenne identified as a capable German-born housekeeper, and Flora Wilson seen as a clever, civic-minded hostess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Abel
McKenne
Abe
Misa Flora Wilson
Secretary of Agriculture
Town Agricultural College
Social whirl in Washington described by Washington Star
The Washington Star recounts society life and notable families visiting Washington. Mrs Sherman is highlighted for her long tenure and social influence, with references to jewels and royal gifts. The piece mentions the Alger and Gary households, social hosting styles, and a vivid portrait of May, Dodo, Lily, and other daughters, portraying the gendered social dynamics of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sbu
Secmd
Secretary of the Navy
New England
Hamiton House
Alger
General Sherman
Khedive of
Egypt
Qiniomedic Corps
Washington
Pationa
Detroit
Frances
Land
Garys
Ida Mary
Francis Vegram
Liv
Jessie
Madeline
Gary
Baltimore
McDowell County Citizen Figures In Politics Discussion
In a country store a group gathered to discuss politics as residents recall a man named George Wha lex to and his notable knowledge. The piece portrays a local character known for readiness to engage on any topic and a reputation for involvement in community affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell County
West Virginia
George Whalex
How to Keep the Eyes Bright
Practical eye care guidance advises against rubbing eyes and warns against patterned veils. Suggests: sit with light behind reading, choose pale blue or green papers, avoid red ink, and rest eyes five minutes after two hours of reading or work.
Honest rural sharpers tale frames piano scam lesson
A drummer recalls a country sharp character in a tale about a piano purchase gone wrong. The con artiste bought a piano on credit, defaulted, and the instrument was found shipped with wood and iron pieces instead of a piano. The narrator pursues the thief for restitution but loses track of both piano and culprit. The piece also cites art prints depicting hellish devils and medieval scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaid
Run Farm We Thangue
Eve
Eprady
Ijrhette
Itson
Ef Tov
Bunko
Jim Pete
Jim
Mr. Peters
Jim Peters
Stemme
Peters
Wens
Washington Star
Satan in Art and the Devil in Northern Imagery
The article traces historic depictions of the devil in northern Gothic and later art, noting grotesque, humorous, and fantastical forms. It discusses how depictions shifted from fearsome demons to roguish imps and Loki-like tricks, with references to Crowland legends and artists like Martin Schongauer in Colmar and Mulhouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rezally
Richalymus
Tmes
St. Guthlac
Crowland
Lower Germany
Flanders
Martin Sohongauer
Colmar
Mulhausen
Legends of the Diamond the indomitable gem of lore
The piece recalls the diamond as adamas meaning indomitable, its mythic origins on Crete and in Arabian Nights. It recounts its hardness malleability, protective and prophetic powers, and legends of multiplying diamonds, with notes on ancient beliefs and authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crete
Jupleus
Chanoods
Marco Polo
Sinbad the Sailor
Epiphanius
Adamas
Wolfgangus Gabeacoverts
Hades
Aaron
Boetius de Boot
Thea
Loudon Society
Hearse On Flatcar Tramp Found Sleeping In Maine Night Freight
A Maine night freight headed to Portland with a hearse on a flatcar stopped near Monmouth when a brakeman found the feet of a tramp protruding from the hearse and the man asleep inside the vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ead Waterville
Portland
Monmouth
Hoke Smith Rides Bicycle Amid Resignation
A fragmented note describes applying a small amount of vaseline to hands to soften fur rug skin, noting the skin will not vanish quickly. It then mentions Hoke Smith riding his bicycle and enjoying his resignation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoke Smith
Also Mentioned on This Page
Queens
Gaustac Kinley
Cabbinet
Folka
Iyaluce Grant
Tiga Broller
Ress
Dodo
Lily
Katy
Julia
Clara
Tiezie
Helen
Anna
Mandle
Amd Bess
May
Sherman
Vaizis
Inbslecto
Wilge
Arhahic
Ollish
Zaaz
Gitleigh
KKEW
Lower
Germany
Lucas van Leyden
Joachim Fatinier
Satan
Legends OF the Diamond
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