On the Trail of the American Missionary in Korea
The narrator travels rural Korea with missionary Rev. Earnest F. Hall, witnessing village churches, catechumen classes, and 40 baptism prospects. He notes strict baptism examinations, self-sustaining local churches, eager Christian converts, and a mission system expanding rapidly through Koreans themselves.
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Korea
Hall
Japan
Moksa
Fifth Avenue
Shepherd
H. G. Underwood
Earnest F. Hall
Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church
New York City
Mall
Fifth Avenue Church
Seoul
Cacy
America
Paul
Joseph B. Bowles
Wealthy Cleveland Women Lead Training School in Household Science
Mrs. Tom IL Johnson, wife of Cleveland's mayor, heads a unique school of household science. It offers free board to students and aims to train women to serve in luxury homes. Admission is by strong recommendations only.
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School of Household Science
Tom IL. Johnson
Cleveland
Bunyan’s Primitive Flute in Bedford Jail
John Bunyan carved a flute from a stool leg to pass his hours in Bedford jail. He hid the instrument by replacing the leg before guards’ visits, so their searches never uncovered the music source.
Armenian priest implicates Turkish gov in New York extortion plot
Rev. Levant Mar togessian former Hunchakist treasurer testifies before the district attorney claiming Turkish spies run a campaign against Armenian patriots in New York. He says he received a death threat letter and fears for his life, seeking police protection and a permit to carry a revolver.
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New York
Levant Martogessian
Armenian Apostolic Church
Hunchakist
Tarshanjian
Bingham
Riot Strikes Jewish Quarter Over Meat Prices
In Philadelphia the southern Jewish quarter saw outbreaks as Yiddish women boycotted kosher butchers raising meat prices. Rioters attacked customers, sacked stores, and destroyed meat. Authorities jailed 28 for assault and incitement to riot. many more held on minor charges.
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Philadelphia
New York Police Struggle With Rising Assaults on Girls
In New York the wave of unpunished crimes against young girls grows daily with cases including Virginia Parish, 17, and Annie Falkoweko, 5. Commissioner Bingham says his force is stretched to handle this degeneracy as assaults escalate toward murder in two recent incidents.
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New York
Virginia Parish
Annie Falkoweko
Bingham
Mrs Hazen S Pingree Dies in Detroit
Detroit mourns the death of Mrs Hazen S Pingree widow of Michigan's famed governor She died Sunday night at her home at age 67 Survived by son Hazen S Pingree Jr and daughter Mrs Sherman L Depew
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Hazen S. Pingree
Detroit
Mich
Michigan
Hazen S. Pingree, Jr
Sherman L. Depew
Scaffolding Collapse Kills Two at Conneaut Dock
Two men died and five others were seriously injured when scaffolding collapsed at the Pittsburg and Conneaut dock on Wednesday. The deceased are A. Matson and B. Quick, residents of Cleveland.
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Conneaut
Pittsburg and
Conneaut Dock
A. Matson
B. Quick
Cleveland
Authors Will Raise Poultry in Malden Farm Directors Named
Albany N Y March reports that Gertrude F Atherton Katherine Glover and Poultney Bigelow noted authors serve as directors of the Malden Poultry Farm Malden which filed articles of incorporation Friday in Malden Massachusetts or nearby jurisdiction indicating a literary figures venture into poultry farming with formal corporate status.
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Albany, N. Y
Gertrude F. Atherton
Katherine Glover
Poultney Bigelow
Malden
Deere Appointed Canal Commissioner in Illinois Move
Gov. Deneen Friday named Charles H. Deere of Moline to the Illinois and Michigan Canal Commission to replace William R. Newton of Yorkville.
Heat-Linked Deaths Reported in New York City
About six deaths were attributed to the heat in New York on Thursday. Among the victims was KE S Simon, a wealthy manufacturer, who shot himself after leaving notes blaming the heat for driving him to despair.
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New York
KE. S. Simon
Despondent Nashvillian Ends Life Over Locomotor Ataxia
Henry C. Jones of Nashville Tennessee a former auditor of the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railroad committed death by his own action in St Louis. He had been afflicted with locomotor ataxia and despondent over his condition.
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St. Louis
Henry C. Jones
Nashville, Tenn
Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis
FUEL FAMINE NOT LIKELY SAYS INTERIOR AIDE
Acting Secretary Woodruff of the interior department says there is no real danger of a coal famine in the west and northwest. He notes 60 million acres in western townships with workable coal and that 16 survey teams are classifying land ready for entry and purchase under coal land laws. He hopes Congress passes a leasing law to widen government control beyond 640 acres.
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Washington
Woodruff
Interior Department
Geological Survey
South Dakota
Nebraska
Kansas
Northern Pacific Railroad
Guard Graves of Ancestors Hold Kansas City Cemetery
Kansas City sisters Helena Ida and Lida Conley with Wyandotte Indians guard graves in Huron cemetery Kansas City Kansas threatening to shoot anyone who touches the bodies They assert ancestral rights as they erect a shanty and vow day and night protection of one hundred ancestors' graves.
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Kansas City
Helena
Ida
Lida Conley
Huron Cemetery
Kan
Congress
Conley
Helena Conley
Conley Sisters
France
Ohio
Flags Removed From Ottawa City Hall Over Carnival Ties
A committee of Ottawa citizens ordered the American flag taken down at city hall during a local carnival event. The move followed concerns about potential trouble, with the reception committee preferring to avoid dispute by removing the flags along with a union jack and other decorations.
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Ottawa
Supposed Murderer Caught in Lebanon Arrest
A man calling himself Joe Blotwicky but believed to be Michael Hydrick was arrested in Lebanon Pennsylvania on Wednesday. Hydrick is wanted in Bellaire Ohio for murder. The case centers on the Bellaire suspect’s extradition.
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Lebanon
Joe Blotwicky
Michael Hydrick
Bellaire
Will of Cleveland Banker Phineas M. Spencer Is Probated
The will of Phineas M. Spencer, a well known Cleveland banker who died Tuesday, was probated Thursday. The estate totals nearly a million dollars with bequests including 22000 to Mary Costello housekeeper 10000 to another staff member 10000 to Mrs James Wood Buffalo N Y 10000 to Mrs Harry Wood same city 4000 to Miss Alice Camp Cleveland and 2000 to Miss Frances bank stenographer.
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Phineas M. Spencer
Cleveland
Mary Costello
James Wood
Buffalo
N. Y
Harry Wood
Alice Camp
Frances
Spencer
Navy Chaplain to Face Court Martial Over Alleged Misconduct
Navy Chaplain Harry W. Jones of the battleship Minnesota will be tried by court martial on scandalous conduct and falsehood charges. Seventeen specifications allege uttering worthless checks and misrepresenting facts about a note.
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Navy
Washington
Harry W. Jones
Minnesota
Secretary of the Navy
Jones
Fashion notes on linen collars for aging women
The article advises aging readers to avoid stiff linen collars and prefer soft muslin or lawn neckpieces. It details a stylish muslin jabot tie, soft cuffs, elbow sleeves, and a padded embroidered coat as modest fashion guidance with construction tips and etiquette.
Boy's Coat and Frock from Sewing Instructions
The article describes patterns for a boys coat and a girls frock. It specifies fabrics such as Serge or linen for the coat with double-breasted fronts and pearl buttons, and cream veiling for the frock with a box pleated bodice and gathered skirt. Materials required are 1 1/2 yards and two yards of 44 inch fabric respectively.
Tiny Childs Coat Adapts For Daily Wear
A small child coat illustration presents a practical garment for daily use. The design emphasizes simple lines, durable fabric, and easy movement, aiming to appeal to busy caregivers seeking comfort and versatility.
Grease for the Hands
The article argues proper hand washing requires lubrication before soap and water. It says dry dirt roughens skin and so does not come out with soap alone. Grease or lubrication helps loosen grime embedded in pores, improving cleanliness and skin condition.
Table Drapery for Summer Fashions in Napery
The article reviews summer cottage table linens emphasizing damask cloths and drawn work. It notes trends toward satin spot borders, hemstitched doilies, and tablecloths from one yard to two and a half yards square. Unbleached linen lasts longer, and spot patterns offer economical matching options.
Dry Bread Dessert Fry-Up From Old Kitchen Tip
When bread goes stale use it for a dessert. Pour hot milk over slices or a loaf, beat eggs milk and flour into batter, dip bread, fry in drippings until brown, drain, plate, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve hot. A plume on a hat is worth two on an ostrich.
Care Routine Instructions From Historical Page
A fragment describes applying cold cream followed by washing with warm water and soap as part of a skincare routine. It emphasizes cleansing steps in simple terms. The tone mirrors a domestic instruction note likely from a period newspaper or magazine.
Being Well Gowned in Everyday Dress
The piece notes a shift toward practical everyday suits over elaborate gowns. It argues walking-length skirts and jackets suit the average woman who travels to seaside or country destinations, prioritizing usefulness in daily attire.
Removing Liver Spots Through Historical Ointment Recipe
A historic remedy prescribes a liver spot treatment using one dram subnitrate of bismuth one dram white precipitate and one ounce benzoinated lard. If ineffective a strong bleaching is suggested, though spots may remain when deeply entrenched.
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William T. Ellis
Orient
Gotham
Secretary of Interior
Three Indian Sisters
Old Huron Cemetery
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