Women of Army and the Presidents Wife in Washington
Washington correspondence portrays Mrs Taft surrounding herself with top officers and their wives at White House events. Col Spencer Cosby becomes the administration’s social pivot as Miss Yvonne Shepard rises as a leading hostess. Mrs Bell and Mrs Edwards captivate society with elegant entertainments and open houses at Fort Myer and in Washington, forging a influential social circle.
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Washington
Yvonne Shepard
Charles R. Shepard
New York
Bromwell
Miss Shepard
White House
Bell
Army
Wotherspoon
Gen. Bell
Ernest Garlington
Gen. Garlington
Sally
Aleshire
Helen Taft
Edwards
Clarence Edwards
Gen. Edwards
Bessie Porter
Saunders Irving
Washington Irving
The Miracle of Polite Persistency in Business
Orison Swett Marden praises persistent tenacity over failed genius and diplomacy. The piece cites Grant at Vicksburg to illustrate that calm, polite stubbornness wins orders, contracts, and credit while never giving up. A woman sealing plans after her wedding trip is also noted as prioritizing her own home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orison Swett Mardén
Success Magazine
Grant
Vicksburg
Gringo Consulship Ambition Foreseen
In a casual chat, Gringo is speculated to aim for a consulship first before pursuing a church ministry. The dialogue suggests a shift in his ambitions from religious to diplomatic service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gringo
Chicago Tribune
His Speedometer Shows Policemen’s Expressions
A witty quip about a chauffeur judging speeding by the facial reactions of police officers as he passes them on the road.
Quotations and Vignettes from a Busy Morning
A jumble of quick sketches and lines about a noisy breakfast scene a stubborn radiator dispute and a joking waiter misunderstanding. The bits include phrases about a train caller and a playful exchange at a dining table with a misheard census joke.
Unsure boy asked about Junius letters in class
A frightened pupil admits ignorance when asked who wrote the Junius letters. A suburban column notes a letter carrier late due to dogs along the street hindering movement, reflecting a muted, humorous local life scene from the Chicago Tribune.
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Clifford
Junius
Chicago Tribune
Escaping by a Technicality Sees Controversy Rise
A fragmented report notes heated exchange as a speaker accuses others of overreliance on technicality. Attendees press for clarity while officials seek to maintain order amid the dispute.
There Are Others polygamy joke cited by California Weekly
The excerpt notes Bings fears prosecution for polygamy with the quip he may be married to seven people as a joke from California Weekly. It also advertises Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as a teething remedy for children.
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Chas. H. Fletcher
Gerald Blattner
Buffalo
N. Y
Gustave A. Eisengraeber
St. Paul
Minn
B. J. Dennis
St. Louis
A. Buchanan
Philadelphia
J. B. Simpson
Chicago
R. B. Eskildson
Omaha
Neb
L. R. Robinson
Kansas City
Edwin F. Pardee
New York City
Bings
California Weekly
Mrs. Winslow
Merely Friendly Discussion in Chicago Tribune Dialogue
An exchange between Mortimer and Elderly Relative reveals cautious remarks about intentions toward Miss Sul-Scapegrace. The uncle voices relief that persuasion toward marriage is unlikely.
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Mortimer
Chicago Tribune
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Women OF Army and the Presidents
Bell and
Bea
Mrs. Taft
Edwardses
Gen
Mrs. Edwards
Mrs. J. Pranklin Bell
Clarence Edpwaaps
Castoria
Castor
DWP
RTA
Brojoe of
Od de Lelpitor Life Gee
Vida
Cent*2
Sean FT
Ures
A&a Kine Trai
Jones
Baltimore American
Clarence R. Griffin
Sheridan
Ind
Bec
Daisy Fly Killer
Harold Somers
DeKalb Ave
Ktyn
Sol Wy
Crescent Mfg. CO
Seattle
Waz
Wizard Oil
Horars E. Burton
Aseayer
Bilvecs
W. A. Wise
Portland
Wise the Wise Dental Co
CQNC
Third and
Washington Sts
Portland, Oregon
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