Child Laura Averitte’s uncanny unopened letter copy power
Dawson Georgia reports Laura Averitte twelve year old daughter of farmer J. D. Averitte can reproduce word for word the contents of an unopened letter. In tests with family letters she wrote the text verbatim, prompting astonishment and questions about a hidden force or psychic faculty. The girl denies explanation and confirms only that she does not know how she does it.
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Dangon
Laura
Averitte
Comedy in Doctors Haste in Royersford Man Loses Wooden Foot
William Springer of Royersford was found near Reading with a wooden foot allegedly severed by a freight train. He was rushed to Phoenixville Hospital where surgeons learned his limb was wooden and amputated only a stub, as a carpenter’s block was nailed on to replace the missing end before he set off for home.
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Phoenixville
William Springer
Royersford
Reading
Springer
Phoenixville Hospital
Pudding Recipe From Raisins Currants and Brandy
A traditional pudding combines raisins currants candied peel and suet with stale breadcrumbs flour brown sugar and spices. Eggs and brandy are folded in then baked in greased molds for several hours and served with a brandy sauce made from butter sugar yolks milk and brandy.
Paris Hats and Furs Spark Fashion Frenzy in Printemps Sale
A Paris correspondent notes rival stores Printemps and Gallerie Lafayette hold sales as women avidly try hats and patterns. Descriptions cover hat trims from velvet, gold lace, and rhinestone to feathers and panther skin, plus fur stoles, plush, and ermine.
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Aris
Printemps
Gallerie Lafayette
Paris
Toques
Palais Royal
Catsup That Will Not Spoil From Pure Tomato Mix
A historical recipe explains a colorfast catsup using ripe tomatoes onions peppers sugar and vinegar. It warns against metal vessels and recommends wooden tools and porcelain or granite kettles. The method includes straining seeds simmering to thicken and sealing in sterilized bottles with a splash of olive oil or brandy to prevent mold.
Pumpkin Preserves Method
Remove skin and pulp from a medium pumpkin and cut into cubes. For each pound of pumpkin use three quarters of a pound sugar and layer with pumpkin in a kettle, adding three lemon slices. Let stand until the next day then cook slowly until tender. Syrup should be thinner than honey. Seal in jars while hot.
Vanilla Ice Cream Custard Method
Beat five eggs with three cupfuls of sugar until light. Scald milk with a pinch of soda, whisk into the eggs and sugar, cook in a double boiler until the custard coats the spoon. Cool and flavor with vanilla, then add cream and freeze.
Housekeeping Tips From A Homemaker
The article offers practical advice for preserving silverware and wood finishes. It suggests placing a small stick across the pot lid to allow air flow and prevent mustiness, using a wet towel pinned over a stiff broom to clean oll cloth, and periodically applying oil to varnished wood to maintain brightness.
Banana Jelly Coffee Jelly Recipe
A method to make banana jelly by soaking half a package of gelatine in half a cup of cold water for two minutes. Dissolve with one cup sugar, one and a half cups boiling water, and one cup strong coffee. Pour over sliced bananas in a dish, chill until firm, then unmold and serve with whipped cream or plain cream.
To Revive Serge Garments Shine Treatment
Advice on reviving a slightly shiny serge suit by sponging with warm vinegar diluted in water. Not permanent, but can improve the garment’s appearance temporarily.
Apple Pancake Batter Recipe
A simple batter combines one cup flour two teaspoons baking powder and a quarter teaspoon salt with two eggs and one and a quarter cups finely chopped apples. Add enough milk to make a thin batter and serve sprinkled with powdered sugar.
The Inability to Say No Haunts Many People
The passage notes hundreds remain comparatively poor due to a persistent urge to please others. It argues the problem is not weakness but an uneasy fear of disapproval that prevents saying no.
Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Teething Remedy Ad
Mothers are advised to use Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for children during teething period. The old ad promotes the product as a comforting remedy and suitable for young teeth.
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Mrs. Winslow
New Napoleon Statue Uncovered at State Repository
Paris Press reports Gen Niax found a bronze Napoleon I by Seurre in the state statue repository. The Invalides will replace the plaster replica with the bronze original, work begun yesterday in the courtyard.
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Napoleon
Gen
Niax
Napoleon I
Seurre
the Invalides
Bronse
Paris
Pettit’s Eye Salve Existed Since 1807 in Buffalo
Historical ad notes Pettit’s Eye Salve first sold in 1807 by Howard Bros. of Buffalo New York. It claims the remedy cures mil ious weak eyes and notes yearly sales growth with all druggists carrying the product.
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Pettit
Howard Bros
Buffalo
N. Y
Boy Leads Big St Bernard Down Road
A playful scene shows a small boy attempting to guide a large St Bernard along the street. A passerby asks where they are headed and the child replies they are following the dog to learn where he wants to go.
Boxing Children's Ears Dangers Called to Attention
Medical experts warn of serious harm from boxing and striking children's heads. The piece urges laypeople and teachers to recognize the consequences and take care to prevent injuries.
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Ostetter
Clarence R. Griffin
Sheridan
Ind
Portland
Boston
5Th & Macon
Morrison
Postoffice and
Meier & Frank
Fou
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