Spinster sisters of Scarlet Ridge find romance by fire
Three sisters Hilda Helen and Harriet live alone in the Scarlet Ridge house famed for art and hospitality. Stormy December brings three visiting painters who defy their rule of no admittance for men. After a day of restraint and warmth the women learn these visitors are passionate suitors who woo them and, finally, win their hearts with three single words written in letters.
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Splinsters
Scarlet Ridge
Temple Bailey
Hilda
Helen
Harriet
Raphael
Wen
Hartist
Training teachers and homemakers in Shenamioah Valley
Courses lead to State Teachers Certificates and special options in Domestic Science Art Music and Physical Culture. Includes Kindergarten training and expression. In Shenamioah Valley with new buildings and equipment. 250 students last session.
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Shenamioah
Doan's Kidney Pills Helped Man After Long Illness
W L Jackson of Parkersburg West Virginia recalls severe kidney pain back trouble and urinary problems after twenty years of illness. He credits Doan's Kidney Pills with saving his life and reports eight years of freedom from kidney trouble. Sold by dealers at 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY declares the ad syntax.
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W. L. Jackson
Parkersburg
W. Va
Dean
Doan’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Richmond man killed by train at Elba Station
Robert Rettallin Luck, 23, of 506 West Marshall Street and a WYTK radio worker in Monroe Park, was ground to death last night at Elba Station when struck by train No. 29. His body was severed, with portions scattered near the track. Companions with him vanished after the incident, prompting an inquest delay. The crew reported not seeing the accident. Luck is survived by his parents and brother Edward.
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Richmond
Robert Rettallin Luck
West Marshall Street
Wytkman
Monroe Park
Richmond, Fredericksburg
Potomac
Elba
Taylor
Frank Chiles
F.C. Haislip
Byrd Street
Bennetts Undertaking Establishment
Elba Station
Byrd Street Station
Niuaunby
Belvidere
Grace Streets
Watson
Bennett
Uoder
Edward Luck
Poor Sewerage Fuels Typhoid Risk in Virginia Areas
A Virginia health report links outlying districts' lack of sewerage to urban typhoid spread. Experts note outbreaks traced to unsewered zones and urge extending systems to interrupt transmission via contact and flies.
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Richmond
Virginia
Allen W. Freeman
State Department of Health
Freeman
Fies
Meroe Persis Carey
Crne
PISTERMAN CAUGHT BY HIGH VOLTAGE IN MARINETTE
Max Engels was struck by 33 000 volts while fishing near a powerhouse at High Falls Marinette Wisconsin. The man survived the electric shock and is reported recovering.
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Pisterman
Marinette
Wis
Max Engels
High Falls
Engels
Lawler Denies Involvement In Pistols Incident
InRichmond Virginia Captain George F. Meakin claims a pistol discharged after Lawler grabbed his arm. Mrs. Lawler disputes involvement and says she was not in the room when Meakin was shot and seeks to clear her name.
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Richmown
D. VA
Meakin
Captain Meakin
Journal
Maine Wreck Reveals Interior Explosion Likely
Experts probing the wreck of the Maine in Havana harbor conclude the interior explosion caused most damage. General Bixby notes uncertainty over inward or outward initial turn and says the rear may be pumped out while the larger section must be hauled away in pieces.
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Havana
Maine
General Bixby
Pardon Me Mrs Jewell Hatpin Incident Report
A brief London opinion notes an accidental jab of a hatpin into an eye during a social exchange. The anecdote frames an etiquette mishap with wit and public interest in fashion accessories.
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London
Tetterine touted as great skin cure in ad copy
An advertisement promotes Tetterine as a universal skin cure for eczema, tetter, ringworm, infants sores and scalp disease with testimonials. It urges shoppers to buy at druggists for 0 cents a box or send a stamp to the Shoptrine Co. in Savannah, Georgia.
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Shoptrine CO
Savannah
Fashionable tailor made foulards and jackets in 1920s style
The article describes tailor made foulard dresses featuring boleros with wide lace or embroidered collars and satin ties, alongside Eton and tunic styles. It notes basque jackets with waist belts, Directoire inspired waist placement, jabots, and the rise of finished evening dresses with detachable ceilings and refined fabrics.
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Eton
Directoire
The Bath Spray Regimen for Spa and Health
An article extols a strong tub faucet spray used in shampooing and facial therapy. It recommends alternating warm and cold water, applying five minutes of brisk spray on the face neck and spine, with a cleansing cream beforehand, to soothe nerves and improve circulation.
NEW PETTICOATS Fashion Notes On Lace Trimmed Silhouettes
The article reviews high priced lingeries and petticoats for the season noting smooth hip fit to the top of deep flounces. It mentions soft lace trimming and subdued fluffiness. Nightgowns are described as quaint with sheer low necklines and minimal sleeves.
Tamales From Corn To Steam: A Mexican Kitchen Process
The article describes tamale preparation with parboiled lime-treated corn, soaking, and repeated washings before grinding in a Mexican stone metate, reflecting traditional methods rather than common corn meal. It emphasizes meticulous steps and rustic technique in Mexican cooking.
Making a Scarf and Fashioning Fancy Scarves on a Budget
A brief guide shows how to craft striking scarves with limited materials. It describes several finished pieces including rose and black chiffon trim, magenta velvet with black messaline and silk fringe, peach and pink messaline with white marabou, and royal blue chiffon with black chiffon and marabou edging.
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Romoney
Currant Punch Syrup and Raspberry Mix
Crushed four cups of red raspberries with three pints of cold water and juice of a lemon. Let stand a couple of hours before serving. Add currants and raspberries to the bowl or punch serving vessel. Strain and mix with a syrup of sugar and wendonalergo cooled beforehand.
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Thayer
Strawberry Punch Variation With Fresh Berry Syrup
A vintage recipe notes substituting strawberry juice for cover fess and adding three termans i to currant punch. It suggests mashing hulled berries, using fresh fruit, and white this commt y gq good when made with fresh fruit. An optional half cup of red Tasoberries is mentioned as an improvement.
Baby Powder From Ordinary Laundry Starch
A simple powder for shortages uses common laundry starch. Dissolve lumps of starch in cold water, let settle, pour off clear water, dry the starch, powder it, and sift through muslin.
Three men jailed for cocaine sale by Aus tings Court
Three men named Jamen Johnson William Stannard and Leelen Tyler were convicted of selling cocaine and sent to the roads for one year by the Austings Court jury. Stannard is described as an ex convict.
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Richmond
Austings Court
Jamen Johnson
William Stannard
Leelen Tyler
Stannard
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Milam
Ek Cleveland Hall
Church of the Epiphany
Danville
R. L. McNair
Presbyterian Church
Charlotte C. H
J. C. Holland
Keen Street Baptist Church
H. D. Guermant
D. P. Tate
Methodist
D. Guerrant
E. G. Mosely
the Baptist
Tnion
Milam Medicine Go., Inc
Denville, Va
Washington, D. C
Colored Rive
Washington
Trucefarmers’ Bank of Richmond
W. R. Grimfin
Virginia Sty
Louis DT Iillips
Reuben ‘T. Hillcashier Phiillips
Phillips
Bee
W. T. Burri
AL OW. Holmes
Hill
Fe Sa
Roanoke Intitute
John Brewer
THE
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Dominio Academy
E East
Dartment
Old Dominion Academy
Reliance, Va
Industrial Christian Jege, Inc
John W. Tyndall
Trainin School
Chath
Thos
Rylas Sanford
Asl
Dia
Harriot
Hilda Faher
Shenandoah Collegiate Institute
School of Music
University of Virginia
C. I
Dayton
Shenandoah Valley
State Normal School
Harrisonburg, Va
Julian A. Burruss
Woman's College
James Nelson
Colie OF
William and Mary
Williamsburg
Teacher's College of State of Virginia
Carcisnoy
Iimerica
Penk
Norfolk
Newport News Artichmond
Uti
S. Galeski Optical Co
Vain
Bichon O
S. Jefferson St
Granby St
Roanoky
Norfolk, Va
Ae R. B
State Health Department
Richmond, Va
W. S. Tanner Paint Co
Ashland
Herbert Bumpasa
Woman’s Department
S. P. Hite Company, Inc
Roanoke
Ydale
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