Fourth of July Races Bring Girls Into Douglaston Sport
In Douglaston on Independence Day with girls thwarted from the boys races Mary and Bunny rally their group My r ally the plan to share events yields a girls obstacle race push to join in and share proceeds with the boys
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Mary
Grandaunt Mary
Grandniece Mary
Bunny
Tom
Douglaston
Susie
Evelyn
Tom Mason
Evans Place
Evans Meadow
Douglasston Girls Fourth of July Sports Day
This afternoon between two and five Douglaston girls will compete in racing jumping and basketball on Judge Evans meadow. Admission costs 25 cents for adults 10 cents for children and lemonade is free.
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Tom
Johnny
Douglaston
Evans’ Meadow
Obstacle Race Preparations Stir Afternoon Crowd
Tom hurries toward his friend as Evans meadow hosts a planned obstacle race. Girls pace distances for the event while preparations proceed, signaling an active grounds at the afternoon gathering.
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Tom
Johnny Cris
Evans Meadow
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Have Reason To Be Proud Of Our Republics Enduring Freedom
An address extols American liberty and equality as the nation marks its enduring republic. It lauds Lincoln and the founding ideal of liberty under law, notes America as a permanent real republic, and asserts providential placement and spiritual endowment securing its permanence.
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Abraham Lincoln
Ours
Athens
Rome
America
First Republic
Solomon Seeks Wisdom as Gift From Above
A narrative of Solomon fastened on Wisdom personified who appears in a garden dream. Solomon prays to God for Wisdom to guide his life and governance, then confides to his tutor Nathan that he has seen Wisdom and that God has granted her presence.
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Adam
Moses
Alexandria
Philo
Solomon
Nathan
Wisdom
God
End of an Era for Arthur MacArthur
Washington notes the retirement of Lieut Gen Arthur MacArthur after a combat filled career begun in 1862. He rose from 17 year old regimental adjutant to major general of volunteers and lieutenant general by seniority, with key actions in Manila Malate and the Philippine campaign. He never attended West Point, rising through battlefield training and a series of commands including the division of the Pacific and the Department of California.
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Washington
Arthur MacArthur
United States Army
Union
Gen
Miles
MacArthur
West Point
Government Military Academy
Sprinfield
Mass
Judge MacArthur
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia
Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Hardee
Manual of the United
Manila
Philippnes
Malate
Philippines
Gen. Otis
United States
Regular Army
Department of the Lakes
Chicago
Department of the East
Governor’s Island
N. Y
Department of California
Japan
Russia
India
South Africa
San Francisco
Division of the Pacific
Remnants and Embellishments for Fashionable Gowns
The article advises using black satin silk and taffeta remnants to create belts sashes guimpes and lace trims for summer dresses. It highlights practical home sewing, thrift, and individual style, with examples of collar and jabot ideas and guidance on balancing new touches with existing wardrobe. It urges stylish experimentation and warns against overshopping.
Wisdom as a Guide to Life and Rule
A historical excerpt extols wisdom as a guiding force for individuals and rulers. It links desire for discipline to wisdom, describes wisdom as enduring, and states the wise are upheld by God and beneficial to the world.
Solomon Meets Wisdom in Old Testament Tale
In a biblical setting King David's Bathsheba and the young Solomon are introduced under Nathan the prophet's guidance. Solomon, famed for beauty and precocious mind, grows under divine instruction, then encounters a turning moment sparked by the question of moral paths and the upward life. The scene blends spiritual ascent with worldly royal temptations.
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David
Israel
Bathsheba
Solomon
Nathan
Catholic Church Opposes Drink Says Arch Bishop Ireland
Archbishop Ireland of St Paul declares the Catholic church is absolutely opposed to drunkenness and to drunkard making. He argues education and liberty fail without eradicating intemperance and calls saloon freedom a cover for disease and poverty.
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Ireland
St. Paul
Standard Christ Has Set and the Quiet Power of Endurance
The text reflects on Christ’s modest public results and the value of doing one’s duty with quiet devotion. It contrasts outward success with inner steadfastness and cites Luther’s response to patient suffering as a measure of true influence beyond wordy preaching.
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Christ
God
Luther
Dyer
Death of J Howard Smart Noted In City Notices
The cub reporter recalls filing a city desk obituary for J Howard Smart a well known local figure who died of heart failure at his home at nine oclock last night He leaves a wife and two children and his death is fully covered by insurance.
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Cub
J. Howard Smart
Nothing to Lose
A witty exchange notes a man shouting for an income tax while another observes his wife runs a boarding house as he debates politics. The quip hints at domestic contrasts behind political rhetoric and public activism.
Fashionable Underwear and the Minimized Garment Trend
The article describes extreme undergarment styles aimed at sculpting a slim silhouette. It notes hipless, tight corsets and petticoats, secret garments that resemble a second skin, and daring names for narrow garments. It praises minimal coverage to enhance clinging skirts and empire drapery for a statuesque look.
Shoes kept on trees to preserve shape and reduce wear
Advice notes that removing shoes and hanging them on trees helps preserve shape and double their life. Warns to avoid stepping on heels and warns that boots look careless and cause fatigue when worn.
Bronze Kid Fashion Takes New Forms for Women Items
Bronze kid long known for slippers is now crafted into feminine goods such as handbags belts purses and card cases of varied shapes and sizes. The article notes smart unusual handbags and other leather accessories made from bronze kid.
Sew Pattern Tip for Waist Fit and Pearl Button Trim
A pattern method raises the shoulder with a center tuck across back and front at the armhole to avoid puckering and preserve the original shoulder and neck. Pearl buttons in triangular oblong and irregular shapes will be used as trimming on many wash dresses.
Make Your Own Ruching For Thrifty Summer Lingerie
A women oriented guide explains how to sew inexpensive ruching from Paris muslin organdie or wash batiste for collars and cuffs. Tips cover gathering folding stiffening and achieving a creped look with a knitting needle. Lingerie hats with drooping brims and broad crowns are recommended with detachable ribbon bows to match sashes.
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Paris
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