Love, ambition and a web of lies unfold in a Washington affair
Evans Follette struggles after the war while Jane Barnes shelters him with calm faith. Edith Towne disappears after an ill fated wedding and Baldy Barnes discovers her hidden map to a new life. Doctor Hallam pushes Evans toward a disciplined comeback by opening a law office as Jane attracts the powerful Frederick Towne who envisions a life with her.
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Jane Barnes
Baldwin
Sherwood Park
Washington
Edith Towne
Delafield Simms
Evans Follette
Evans
Jane
Baldwin Barnes
Del
Edith
Frederick Towne
Simey
Edith Townead
Towne
Follette
Baldy
Lucy
Simms
Hallam
Mumsie
Boswell
Lowdermilk's
Rusty
Florence Preston
Florence
Shoreham
Georgetown
France
Frederick
Briggs
Alexandria
Waldron
Hackney Descends from Norfolk Trotter in Early England
Historical note traces hackneys to the Norfolk trotter of about 1800 in eastern England. The breed evolved from saddle horses as roads improved and wheeled vehicles appeared, shifting from saddle work to driving shows and social events led by female drivers. The hackney’s gait and conformation drew emphasis on high foot action despite a heavy forehand.
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Johnstone
England
Maxwell Corpening
Chicago Tribune
Highland ascent over Ben Lomond guided climbs
A description notes Ben Lomond rising above Loch Lomond at over 8000 feet, grassy to the summit, accessible between steamer calls with a little more than two hours to ascend and shorter return. Loch Lomond at the foot is Britain's largest lake.
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Loch Lomond
Scotland
Ben Lomond
Great Britain
Women in War Roles Expand Across Nations
Newsreel captions show England's ambulance corps recruits and Soviet air defense trainees as women step into military duties. Paris patriotic days highlight home defense uniforms while Turkish women fliers join a bomber squadron led by Lieut. Sabiha Gökçen, Ataturk's adopted daughter, amid war mobilization.
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United States
England
Women’s Ambulance Corps
London
Britain
Russia
Paris
Istanbul
Europe
Sabiha Guektchen
Ataturk
Pot and Pan Holders That Hang in a Row
Green and white kitchen decor described with patchwork pot holders arranged like tiles above the stove. Instructions for eight small squares forming two triangles, plus padding, with backing. Promotes Sewing Book No 3 at 10 cents post paid from Mrs. Spears in Chicago.
Calomel Night Now a Pleasure
Old time calomel faced nausea and after effects and required Epsom salts. Calotabs offer the same cleansing effects with fewer drawbacks, taken at bedtime for a clear head and bright spirit and a hearty breakfast without distress. Genuine Calotabs are sold at dealers for twenty five cents.
Without Modes Architecture Aims at Eternity
A paraphrase attributed to Sir Christopher Wren arguing that architecture rooted in enduring principles transcends modes and fashions, emphasizing timeless design over changing trends. The statement elevates stable form and lasting craft as the core of architectural greatness.
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Sir Christopher Wren
How Women in Their 40s Can Attract Men
Advice for women during menopause from 38 to 62 focusing on maintaining appeal. Suggests fresh air eight hours sleep and Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to boost vitality and ease nerves and mood swings. Encourages trying the remedy to support well being.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Done in Silence
A compact reflection on choosing silence over speaking ill, noting silence costs nothing while keeping a good word as an easy obligation.
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Tillotson
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Temple Bailey
Penn Publishing Company
WNU
Wil
Lil
Hackney Is
Asia
Albania
Mussolini
By Ruth Wyeth Spears
Dana
Jose Reis Hepato
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