Olivia Wins Midnight Ball Challenge at Armstrong House
In a Cincinnati ballroom Olivia Devereux defies a wager by appearing before midnight, charming onlookers as she reunites with Squire Glenarm. He confesses a risky plan to meet Pickering in secret and pledges departure for St Agathas, chasing a fragile romance amid family spectators.
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Avil
Red ‘Riding Hood
Olivia
Marian Devereux
Miss Devereux
Doctor Armstrong
Cincinnati
Arcady
Pickering
Taylors
Armstrongs
Arthur Pickering
Mr. Glenarm
St. Agatheas
T.shan
Squire Glenarm
Meeting an Old Friend at Glenarm House
The narrator discovers chaos at Glenarm House after an early morning raid. Candles burn, books lie strewn, drawers are emptied, and Bates rises from the table in a frail, haunted state as the mystery of a buried fortune deepens.
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Glenarm House
Substitutes for Meats Says Dr Hutchinson of London
Dr Robert Hutchin son from London suggests bread sugar and eggs as a respectable body supplement when meat is unavailable Sugar provides energy but lacks nitrogen while bread adds some nitrogenous matter. combining bread and sugar balances nutrition In scarcity bread and molasses can support endurance and efficiency
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Robert Hutchinson
London
David Captures Jerusalem A Biblical Victory Tale
The piece portrays David’s resolve to seize Jerusalem from the Jebusites. He gains confidence, plans an assault led by his army, and uses an underground aqueduct to enter. Upon victory he dwells in the fortress, calling it the City of David, reflecting on Judah’s beauty and the kingdom’s potential.
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Judah
Jerusalem
David
Gutter
Israel
Embroidered Chemises and Fashion Advice for the Season
The article highlights delicate trimming on chemises and nightdresses with French embroidery and scalloped edges. It warns against tight fits for fuller figures, recommending looser draperies and longer gowns, and suggests patterns and construction tips for sewing the garments.
Victory Through Conquest of Obstacles in Kings Era
The sermon argues progress requires victory over difficulties, citing King David’s campaign against the Jebusites to capture Jerusalem. It extols courage, perseverance, and hard work, noting triumph brings blessing to the victor and others who depend on him.
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David
Zion
Jerusalem
David Rests Amid Prosperity After Anointing as King
King David enjoys peace and wealth following his anointing over Israel. He has fulfilled God’s promise and rules unchallenged, though the Jebusites near Jerusalem still threaten the land. Inner doubts linger about true kingship as he considers remaining conquests and duties.
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David
Israel
God
Samuel
Zion
Jerusalem
Hebron
Parsimony and Health Through Regular Diet
A New York physical culture teacher argues parsimony correlates with health and longevity. He cites examples of frugal eaters who lunch on tea and a doughnut or apples. He says regularity in diet saves time and money and builds a robust constitution.
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New York
Wating
Strangely Marked Squirrels At Zoological Society
Two young English squirrels shown at a Zoological Society meeting had color nearly all light drab with only ears and feet retaining chestnut. They were raised by a cat after being taken from a nest as youngsters, a foster-mother experiment cited as possible cause of the color change.
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The
Zoological Society
St. James
City Remembrance Spurs Statue for Melbourne Founder
In Melbourne a movement to erect a statue honors John Batman founder of the city. Seventy two years since Batman tied his boat to a trev eloge near the custom house and wrote this will be the place for a village. The village grew into a city of over 600000 residents. Batman did not live to see the city’s growth.
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Melbourne
John Fatman
Batman
Sharp Tongues Quote From Francis Bacon
A quotable tang of Francis Bacon on satire. The piece contrasts wit and venom and warns that quick minds may fear the memory of those they mock.
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Francis Bacon
Mitten sleeve fashion signals shift for autumn frocks
Fashion notes forecast a shift from the short sleeve to mitten sleeves in autumn dress while summer wear remains prevalent. The upper sleeve stays largely the same with sheer materials like chiffon showing horizontal tucks and drooping Puffs, and the lower arm area tightens with possible cap or kimono drapery. The trend also hints at longer sleeves on tailored frocks.
Velvet Ribbon Revives Velvet in Vogue Fashion
Velvet ribbons surge in season fashion used for hats and jumper trim. Lovejoy velvets come in two to three widths and can be made at home by beginners with model guidance. Ready wear bodices cost much more than homemade versions, especially if not in black.
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Lovejoy
Fashion notes on collars and jabots for shirts
The piece notes no real novelty in collars. It describes deep turnover collars of embroidered linen with knotted ties or neat bows. It highlights jabots of Irish lawn embroidered with fans of lawn plisse and ends of spotted foulard edged with lace, plus lingerie use of Irish crochet lace.
Restoring rubbed cloth with careful turpentine rub
Cloth worn shiny can be restored by applying turpentine. Rub in a little at a time across the surface for an even finish.
Dark Fall Colors Dominant In Upcoming Season
Fall 1914 color guidance favors somber tones with dark greens as a lead item. Plain effects prevail while stripes and plaids lean toward a restrained herringbone look. Scotch patterns appear but are not for the strictly up to date, with broadcloth serges velvets velveteens corduroys remaining in fashion alongside chiffons panamas and yeoles.
Hairbrush Case From Embroidered Linen Sketch
A pretty embroidered linen case keeps a hairbrush clean and handy for travel. It should be full shaped, edged with cord, drawn up with ribbons on the brush handle, and hung from a corner of the looking glass.
Raveled fringe debuts in autumn fashion trend
The new raveled fringe appears late in the season aiming to boost vogue. It proves suitable for edging silk coats and parasols though it also touches muslin dresses. Examples include a striped green and lavender muslin robe and a deep purple taffeta gown with lavender raveled edges.
Lace Adornments Fashion Gowns With Floral Embellishments
Lace is extensively used on gowns with festoons of flowers cut from pompadour taffetas or mousselines. Encrusted trims include narrow Valenciennes ruffles, chiffons, dyed guipure bands, Irlande lace, needlework and ruchings to create variety.
Silk Jumper Waists with Black Trim and Stripes
Fashion notice details silk jumper waists featuring a deep yoke, openwork shoulders, and small black buttons. White waists show horizontal black ribbon stripes creating a checked look, with black ribbon trims on shoulder pieces paired with black skirts or garments.
A Redfern Gown and Wedgewood Silk Frock Description
The article describes a Redfern evening gown in light sheer weight using Wedgewood bine tussore-sill fabric. It features a redingote silhouette merged with a braided bodice and bretelle section, highlighting narrow Wedgewood blue soulache braid detailing.
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Redfern
Graves on Installment Plan in Battersea
In Battersea London the borough council offers graves for purchase on an installment plan making burial plots more affordable. The program allows payments over time to secure graves within local cemeteries.
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Graves
Battersea
London
Council
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