On the Trail of the American Missionary in China
Bowles reports Chinese officials and urban elites increasingly challenge foreign missionaries amid a rising Chinese nationalism. He notes persistent extraterritorial privileges, denounces racial superiority, praises medical and educational mission work, but cites skepticism about converts and fears over “Rice Christians” and local boycotts impacting missionary life.
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China
Robert Hart
David
Seach Man
Tang Shou Yi
Yale
Yuan Shih Kai
Taotai Liang
Hsui
Imperial, Medical College
Chuan
America
New China
Joseph B. Bowles
How Frick Got His Start
A bank in Pittsburgh lent $20,000 to an unknown caller signing as H C Frick after a returnable offer of interest and little security. The loan sparked Frick’s rise, as he later repaid the principal with interest and built a fortune far beyond the initial sum. In Wyoming, Mr Prop faced a divorce suit from his wife for nonsupport, seeking a possible remarriage.
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Frick
Mellon Bank
Pittsburg
H. C. Frick
Henry Clay Frick
Mel. Jon Bank
Wyoming
Prop
Mephibosheth Finds Favor In King David's Court
A historical tale recounts Mephibosheth meeting King David after being told of the king’s kindness and loyalty to Jonathan. David pledges mercy restoring Saul’s land and giving him a place at the royal table, with Iba guiding the estate.
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Mephibozheth
Iba
Saul
Mephibosheth
David Keeps Faith With Jonathan A King’s Loyal Promise
An analysis of David’s enduring loyalty to Jonathan shows a king who prioritizes a long ago vow over personal gain. He honors the friendship by welcoming Mephibosheth, and his example mirrors divine faithfulness in restoring the afflicted to blessing and implies God’s mercy toward sinners.
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David
Jonathan
Saul
Michal
Jesus
Mephibosheth
God
Mephibosheth at Heart of King David Visit Rumors
A Messenger from King David travels to Lodebar sparking talk of David's aims and the fate of Mephibosheth. The tale recalls Mephibosheth's childhood injuries after Saul's fall and his lifelong curiosity about news from his homeland.
Cured by a Typewriter and the Reform of a Drunkard
A stenographer for a law firm who drank occasionally was subjected to a cruel lesson. His employer rewired the typewriter so pressing h produced x. After this he trembled and learned his lesson. He was sent to the Adirondacks to brace up and never touched liquor again.
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Adirondacks
Generous Undertaker Receives Bequest for Burial Kindness
An undertaker named Roberts of Walthamstow England who buried a friendless woman and child at his own expense was rewarded with a $25,000 bequest from an old gentleman admirer of his deed.
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Roberts
Walthamstow
England
Librarians See Drop in Fiction Demand in London
Librarians across London report a clear decline in fiction reading while interest grows in travel, history, and biography. The shift reflects changing public tastes and a shift toward non fiction genres.
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London
Irish Hand-Woven Linen Damask and a Marked Future
James White of Chicago argues that Irish damask, prized for its hand-woven quality, should bear the mark Irish Hand-Woven Linen Damask to distinguish it from steam goods. He notes the weavers seek margins labeling and laments the shift to power-looms that has reduced demand, predicting delays in American availability until Christmas.
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James White
Chicago
Ireland
Samuel Waring
Waringstown
County Down
Hmit
United States
America
Fashion and Beauty Advice for Hair Color and Complexion
The piece offers sun protection tips using veils in reddish brown and cautions against white or blue. It prescribes a cosmetic mix of borax lime water and almonds for freckles and tan. It advises color choices by hair shade, notes a lemon juice health tip, and suggests makeup tones for brunettes, blondes, and redheads with specific hues.
Striped worsted autumn dress with bronze silk accents
In the new worsteds for early autumn a striped worsted gown features a plaited waist, a five inch false tuck trim, and a dull gray velvet piping. The bodice shows a round neck with bronze silk stitching and lace yoke. Japanese sleeves with velvet facing and elbow lace cuffs complete the look, paired with a light satin felt hat in bronze gray. Parisian trends lean toward lightweight satin felts as August trials rather than authoritative autumn styles.
Sober earth tones brighten a writer’s study room
The passage describes a study or workroom with walls of soft green and brown polished floors. It highlights a pretty girl’s workroom painted in green, mahogany desks and bookcases, white woodwork, and linen taffeta hangings with tan grounds and woody brown leaves and pale yellow flowers. The overall effect is bright yet suitable for a winter room.
Finishing a Girl's Frock with Ribbon and Tucks
A practical sewing note suggests finishing a white lace or net girl’s frock with a four or five inch hem weighted by a wide messaline ribbon. It improves the gleam through the lace and suits gathered skirts or straight flounce finishes, with crosswise tucks also threaded with matching satin ribbon. A pompadour ribbon mix with white or pale nets is proposed for decorative effect.
Dainty Ribbon Work Trends in Decorative Fabrics
Dainty ribbon work draws attention with vivid colors and varied materials. Frills of gauze or muslin border each piece, edged with bebe ribbon sewn neatly along the top of the ruffe in a contrasting tint.
Autumnal costume accessories described in fashion note
The article notes black and dark straw hats for late summer wear, accented with autumn flowers unique to the season. Gloves veils and shoes follow the color scheme closely while for runabout use glossy brown kid is preferred.
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Wu Ting Fang
Peking
Conger
Nhim
Edson
Samuel
Kingdom of
Israel
Ziba
Jerusalem
House of
Ledebar
House of Machir
Lodebar
Palace
Gee
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