Social Responsibility in the Biblical Lesson
A 1919 Moody Bible Institute article analyzes Luke 10 25 37 focusing on neighbor love and social responsibility. It contrasts the lawyer’s flawed idea of earning eternal life with Jesus parable of the Good Samaritan, urging Christians to aid the needy regardless of background.
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P.B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western News
Jaren
Christ
God
Jesus
Jericho
Samari
Famous Peace Treaties by H Irving King
The article traces Egypts status from Ottoman rule through Mehemet Ali to the 1841 treaty creating hereditary rule for his descendants. It covers the Mameluke period, Arabi Beys 1881 revolt, the 1882 British intervention, the Teb el Kebir defeat, the restoration of Khedives authority, and the shift to a British protectorate after Abbas fled to Austria.
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Egypt
England
The
Nile
Turkey
Khedive
Abbas
Sublime Porter
Mehemet Ali
Al'stine
Ali
Cairo
Syria
St. Sophia
Europe
Constantinople
Arabi Bey
Alexandria
France
United States
Fort Said
Fort Pharos Fred
Seymour
Garnet Wolseley
Exsit
Teb el-Kebir
Arabi
Pris
Ceylon
Tewfk
Salads and meats from garden to table guide
A hearty guide covers building salads with crisp greens and homegrown vegetables, choosing fresh dressings, and using a variety of meats and organ meats prepared in gentle ways. Practical recipes include salad chiffonade and radish sandwiches, with tips on lettuce foundations and fruit cocktails for summer gatherings.
Treaty of Shimonoseki and rise of Japan as a world power
The 1895 treaty followed Japan's victory over China, ceding Liaotung Peninsula, Formosa, and Pescadores to Japan, with indemnity and open ports. Korea came under Japanese influence, provoking concern from Russia Germany and France as rival powers pressed for retrocession.
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Japan
China
Europe
United States
Ruma
Shimonoseki
Portsmouth
Koren
Korea
Ching
Chemulpe
Gresham
Kores
England
Luetong Peninsula
Port Arthur
Manduria
Welhatwel
Peking
Chine T
Pekin
Apon
Li Hung Chang
Shimonasel
Liaotung Peninsula
Formosa
Pescadores Islands
Dopan
Ragland
Germany
Russia
Pacific
Cxar
France
Sinter
Left Foot Larger Says Science and Habit
The text notes most people lean on the left foot and that the left often bears more weight. It suggests measuring the left foot first when buying shoes to ensure proper fit and comfort.
Homesick Swedish Girl in Nostalgia Tale
A young Swedish girl named Ina yearns for home despite good wages and kind treatment. Her mistress consoles her, insisting she is content, yet Ina feels the ache of not belonging where she is. The piece centers on longing and the pull of familiar places.
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Ina
Mae
British Sailor Feeds Executors to Buy Nuts and Socks
A satirical note recalls a British sailor who fed his executors to raise one shilling for his wife to buy hazel nuts. He preferred cracking nuts to mending his stockings, illustrating quirky widow and debt avoidant humor from the era.
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Jack
Silk Worth Its Weight in Gold Recalled
A historical note recalls silk once valued highly enough to be sold by its own weight in gold. The brief mentions the rarity and allure of silk in ancient trade, highlighting its precious status before modern fabrics.
New Old Substitute In Sweden Produces Oil From Schist
A Swedish factory has begun extracting oil from schist, joining existing substitutes. Large deposits of alum schist in the region yield benzine and crude oil, expanding local energy options.
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Sweden
Money Mad Folks Scrape For Silver Medal Fob
Uncle Eben laments how some people will scrimp and save for money, saying the effort to acquire a silver dollar fob is as strong as seeking a medal of bravery. The remark reflects a sharp take on money’s lure and the value placed on trinkets.
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Eben
Rubberized Silks in Bathing Suits of the Season
A damaged OCR piece describes rubberized silks used in bathing suits and resort wear. It notes pink and black rose shades, trim details like white checkerboard bands, satin vests, silk stockings, blue slippers, and rubberized fabrics in swim outfits. The article mentions fashion aims to prevent sunburn and suggests rubberized silk mantles and capes for travel and walk to the Donel.
Pile Fabric Competition Shifts Toward Cheaper Fla tted Material
The prophecy notes that pile fabric rivals high quality fur as a preferred material in fashion. Producers report strong demand for plush fabrics, predicting supply shortfalls as manufacturers push cheaper alternatives. Experts cite flattening of pile and difficulty distinguishing it from real fur as a key factor in its popularity. The wetter weather also affects fiber quality and production outlook.
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Pile Fabrice
How to Wash Colored Embroidery and Ironing Tips
Instructions advise washing colored embroidery and drying in shade to preserve color, then placing in a strong water to whiten. It covers smoothing iron care, avoiding overheating, heating methods, and a two person method for pressing ribbons to keep stiffness, with steps for black lace and ribbon ironing.
Demand for Skirts and Rug Cure Rugs
Report notes strong demand for skirts in white and pastel shades amid shortages of silk fabrics and high rubber-styrene prices. Mentions leading fabrics like bleate, platinels, and gabaedines, with tews and crepes still in demand and white most desired. Side guidance includes a dated home remedy about preparing stiff rag rugs using starch and gunpowder mix.
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Suety Aterial
Crash shopping bag features varied materials and embroidery
A damaged description outlines a shopping bag with materials such as cut vet vet moire ribbon and eras. It notes a pretty brown and green embroidered pattern, two narrow borders with small eyelets, corner squares with white embroidered flowers, a shirred top, and a drawstring.
Louis XV fashion revived by Paris couturieres
Paris couturieres adapt Louis XV court styles with modern touches. Jenny debuts a blue silk gown featuring a four inch square neckline, long sleeves, and frill trimming at the throat. A mock silk crepe veil and decorative front tassels accent the gown's square back silhouette.
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Paris Couturieres
Toulo XV
Jenny
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R. Braunstein
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H. Irving
Trine
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