Two Points of View by Malcolm Furze at a London ball
Alison Lestrange rejects Bertram Leigh then learns he is to marry another woman. When he brings his fiancée to meet her, Alison confronts heartbreak and discovers a final chance for happiness as Bertram presents his bride before a mirror where she realizes her love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malcolm Furze
Maida
Bertram
Hin
Alison Lestrange
Bertram Leigh
Alison
Leigh
Allison
Mary
Bertie
Mrs. Lestrange
Mary Lestrange
London
Marvy
Mother
George
Eve
Cupid
New York Weekly
Origin of Man and the Great Spirit Tale and Estate Figures
The article recounts a Native American creation myth centering on Mount Tahoma and the Great Spirit shaping land, plants, animals, and humans. It shifts to a financial report detailing the Girard estate, its holdings, annual income, coal land royalties, prime properties in Philadelphia, and a $225,000 city tax bill.
Manchuria Climate Compared to Canada Size and Population
Manchuria’s climate mirrors Canada’s. Its area is six times that of England and Wales and its population stands around 20 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchuria
Canada
England and
Wales
Wealth of Girard Estate and City Trusts Outlook
The Philadelphia Record notes that the Stephen Girard estate will soon fund municipal expenses as profits from real estate stocks and bonds grow. The Board of City Trusts manages assets valued around 24.5 million with potential selling value near 25 million and 18 thousand acres of coal lands in Schuylkill and Columbia counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Municipality of
Philadelphia
Stephen Girard
Philadelphia Record
Girard College
Board of City Trusts
Schuylkill
Columbia
Penny Provident Works For Des Moines Children Savings
Over 3,000 West Des Moines students were urged to save through the Penny Provident Association begun by the Mothers Congress of Iowa. Stamp books sold weekly yield 50 cents per child after six months earns 4 percent interest, with deposits totaling about $20,000 and $35,000 saved since inception.
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West Des Moines
Mothers’ Congress of Iowa
Penny Provident Association
Congress of Mothers Magazine
Mothers’ Congress
Grieg's Norwegian Home and Final Resting Place Visited
The author tours the Greig villa near Bergen and the lake, describes the composing studio and storage rooms, notes Grieg’s tomb slab on a cliff overlooking the water, and recalls Madame Greig's somber welcome and a wreath laid with American colors. The Indianapolis News correspondent signs off with Mrs. Cahier's farewell wave.
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Bergen
Madame Greig
Greig
Edward Greig
Edward Grieg
Grieg
Mme. Greig
Charles Cahier
Indianapolis News
Wales Lacks Soda Fountains Despite Population Surplus
Despite a population over five hundred thousand, Wales maintains only two small soda fountains. The note adds a contrast between demographics and local beverage venues, implying limited public refreshment options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wales
Birthday of the MacGillycuddy of the Reeks Noted
St James's Gazette marks the 56th birthday of The MacGillycuddy of the Reeks an Irish chieftain and descendant of kings. He retains the title and residence though the Ker ry mountains chain is no longer his. The surname dates to ancient times meaning son of the servant of St Cuthbert and his wives are styled madam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O’gorman Mahon
Pope
MacGillycuddy
Recks
Kerry
St. Cuthbert
Cuddy
MacGillycuddys
St. James’s Gazette
Local Banter Touches on Progress at Bacon Ridge
A brief town vignette from the Boston Post notes a postmaster and a resident who operates a traction engine now calling himself a chauffeur. The exchange hints at progress and curiosity among locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacon Ridge
Boston Post
In Danger and Forgiveness in Old Town Rumor
In Danger a quarrel erupts over Miss Elder and her companionship with Jack Kidder. Cleveland Jeader urges forgiveness, calling her old and inexperienced, while a companion questions her judgment.
New York Exports Rise by Over 100 Million in Two Years
Over the past two years New York’s export value has grown by more than 100 million dollars. The increase reflects broader trade activity and manufacturing output supporting regional businesses and jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
National League Notes and Player Moves
Baseball updates include Lou Criger sidelined by a leg abscess for Boston, Brooklyn’s Hummel reaching 100 hits, Mike Donlin delivering quick first-base speed, and Giants’ road play praised with ex college players Rickey McIlveen Cree Blair. Rumors cite Joe Kelley’s Toronto return false. Cincinnati’s Dickey Bayless joins Reds, Ganzel reshuffles with Lobert, and Hoblitzel rated a top young first baseman. Hofman delays marriage per Chance. Brooklyn’s Farmer showing strong backing and arm, while Harley returns to the New York National Club from Utica.
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Lou Criger
Boston
Hummel i Gs
Brooklyn
New York Giants
New York
Rickey
Mcllveen
Cree
Blair
Joe Kelley
Toronto
Dickey Bayless
Dayton
Cincinnati Reds
Ganzeil
Cincinnati
Hulswitz
Hans Lobert
Giants
Chicago
Hoblitzel
Ganzel
Cincinati
Chance
Arthur Hofman
Farmer
New York National Club
Utica
Harley
Prominent Figures Reported Around the World
Sven Hedin arrived in Simla after a Tibet expedition claiming valuable discoveries. Sir Caspar Purdon Clarke returned from Europe with additions to the New York Metropolitan Art Museum collection. Brigadier-General James Allen spoke on military aeronautics. John Townshend celebrated his eighty ninth birthday in New York. William M Chase praised by Italy for a portrait to hang in the Uffizi. Simon Bolivar Buckner, aged eighty six, survives as a Confederate lieutenant-general. John Farson urged a China alliance ahead of the Panama Canal. Lemuel G Trott, famed turf writer, fell from a train near Winchester likely fatally injured. Sanchez Bustillo died in Madrid after resigning as Finance Minister. Baden-Powell cited 15 million pounds spent annually on cigarettes, urging saving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caspar Purdon Clarke
Europe
New York Metropolitan Art Museum
James Allen
United States Signal Corps
John Townshend
New York City
William M. Chase
Uffizi Palace
Simon Bolivar Buckner
Kentucky
John Farson
Chicago
China
Panama Canal
Lemuel G. Trott
Jong
Turf
Winchester
Mass
Heas
Sanchez Bustillo
Madrid
Senor Bustillo
Osmar Scull
Baden-Powell
London
Too Early For Them and Caterpillars in the Apple Tree
Adam asks his life partner if caterpillars are in the apple tree. Fifteen people go out to inspect but find none. The note recalls a quip about a cat and cites a NY Herald claim that humans have suffered more from a certain worry than cats, a notion now widely accepted by scientists.
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Cleve and Plain Dealer
The
New York Herald
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Origin OF
Mount Tahoma
Grizzly
Qlpard College
Girard
Delaware River
Columbia Counties
11Th
12Th
Chestnut
Market Streets
Girard Estate
Center Square
New Oxford
Propsietor House
Oxford
Pitt St
W. M. Depot
F. L. Fleshman
WM. McSherry, JR
Gettysburg
Adams County
Court House
Joan B. McPurxson
Downaray FP
McPaun
Mike Donlin
Sven Hedin
Simla
Tibet
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