Storm Imagery and a Teacher's Writing Lesson
A Philadelphia Times quote shows a poetry loving teacher guiding students to rewrite a storm description in their own words. The passage contrasts a youth’s crowded image with a transformed line about thunder and sunset on hills. Also noted is a New York Sun remark on steamship ventilators and a water department notice on irrigation bans and fines.
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Philadelphia Times
New York Sun
Old Schoolmaster Receives Gift From Students
The kindly teacher is deeply moved as his students present a new chair for his birthday. Tears fill his eyes as he thanks his pupils, recognizing the affection behind the thoughtful token from his scholars.
Marriages Listed For Several Young Couples
Mary Hutchen age 20 weds George Longway 26 Esther Evans 17 weds Harry Oviatt 24 Anna M Petty 24 weds Tilgham 37 S E Hamilton 59 weds Robert Keyes 57.
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Mary Hutchen
George Longway
Esther Evans
Harry Oviatt
Anna M. Petty
Tilgham
S. E. Hamilton
Robert Keyes
Tortured to Death of Damiens for Attempted Regicide
A historical account recalls the 1757 execution of Robert Damiens after his failed attempt to assassinate Louis XV. Damiens endured torture and a brutal death by horses, followed by cremation and exile of his family, illustrating harsh justice in the reign of Louis XV.
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Damiens
Louis XV
Robert Damiens
Louis
France
Little Trianon
Versailles
Royal Ily
Mme
Adelaide
Place de Reve
Paris
The Green Cap of the Bankrupt Law
A historical French rule required bankrupts to wear green caps to prevent being cheated by debt dodgers. Edicts expanded debt privileges but punished public appearances without the green cap. If payment failures still faced such caps, streets would look far greener.
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France
Unwritten rules on temper in social games
The piece argues that losing temper in private is bad but in public is unforgivable. It states that a hostess cannot forgive such behavior as it unsettles guests and disrupts the outward calm central to good society.
Just a Little Enough for One
Sheridan visits an elderly country woman who asks to walk, but he leaves early claiming the weather. She catches him sneaking out and he quips that the weather is clear enough for one but not for two.
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Sheridan
Last Chance to Order Magazines at 1911 Club Prices
The Pacific Monthly in Portland Oregon warns readers orders must be placed by September 20 1911 to secure club prices for 1911-12. Lists titles in the offer and notes delivery limited to the U S and territorial possessions.
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Saas
U. S
Insular
The
Pacific Monthly
Portland
Oregon
Executrix Notice of Final Settlement for Hibbs Estate
Sophia Booth executrix of Elisabeth Hibbs deceased has filed final account in Yamhill County Court Oregon. A hearing for objections and settlement is set for Monday September 4 1911 at 10 a.m. in McMinnville Courtroom. All interested must show cause why the account should not be approved and the estate discharged.
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Elizabeth Hibbs
Yamhill
Oregon
McMinnville
Sophia Booth
Elisabeth Hibbs
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