Capital Hostesses Fear the Election
Washington society frets over the possible departure of Roosevelt's "nice young men" if Bryan wins. Hostesses depend on these youths to fill diplomatic and social roles, and fear the cabinet's disbanding after March 4. The piece notes Washington's transient elite and prep for a social shift regardless of Taft or Bryan victory.
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Ashington
Washington
Roosevelt
Bryan
Mr. Roosevelt
IL le
Tennia
Washbonton
Taft
Record Timber Cut in 1907 Surpasses 1906 Peak
Census and Forest Service figures show 1907 total lumber output at over forty billion feet from 25 850 mills, about 95 percent of actual cut, a seven percent rise from 1906. South leads with yellow pine at 33 percent of all cut, up 13 percent from 1906, while the Lake states and Northwest show smaller totals despite more mills reporting.
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Bureau of Census
Forest Service
United States
Lake States
Northwest
Diplomatic Row Recalled by Death of Lord Sackville
The London death of Lionel Sackville Sackville-Weat second Heron Sackville recalls the episode that led to his 1888 recall as British minister to the United States under President Cleveland. Born 1827 he never again held a major diplomatic post and published a pamphlet defending his U S tenure.
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London
Lionel Sackville Sackville-Weat
Heron Sackville
Lord Sackville
United States
Cleveland
Lord Bockville
Sinove
America
Americans
Wenlan
Congress May Take Up Hazing Cases
War department officials expect a congressional battle next winter over cadet hazing suspensions. Six cadets were suspended for a year for hazing, but not found guilty of wrongdoing beyond hazing, and discussions consider restoring them. Dispute centers on authority for the suspensions and the roles of Oliver Loeb and Wright.
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Congress
AMY
War Department
Wright
Oliver
Washington
Loeb
Ananias Club
Con
New Modes for Those in Mourning
Julia Bottomley outlines mourning millinery trends with white crape and black blends. Describes carler hats, veils, and gowns in crape, grenadine, and silk, praising white orchid accents and cautioning about moisture damage to crapes and grenadines.
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Julia Bottomley
Twirling tray serves large family dining needs innovatively
A novel twirling tray speeds table service for big households. The 24 inch diameter tray sits on a central stand and rotates to place butter, preserves, bread, molasses, and relishes within easy reach. Optional sectional dishes fit the tray. two trays can be used for extra length.
Time for a Brisk 15 Minute Walk
A woman who spends the morning on housework should wear a hat and take a brisk 15 minute walk. The short outing clears the head and lightens the heart, proving time spent outdoors is a worthwhile investment and can boost the day’s productivity.
New detachable collar complements white blouses in late fashion
The piece attaches to a fine mull blouse with black silk muslin edging. It features tiny silk buttons and cords, a front bow with Irish lace, and a back line. Shown with white satin, black pumps, stockings, and a black satin trimmed hat. Also suggests a large messaline bow with matching cord. Prices vary with shop and DIY options.
Traveling dress in lilac volle features for fall wear
A traveling dress must balance practicality and elegance for walking and informal town use. A lilac light volle gown, with two seasons wear, undergoes renovation with narrow braid trimming on the collar cuffs and back, plus lilac braid coat, and a black straw hat with lilac silk and flowers to complete the harmonious ensemble.
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Volle
Essence of Lemon and Orange from Rind
A home method explains using lemon rind and rectified spirit to make a lemon essence. Cut away the yellow zest and steep in spirit to achieve a result similar to store bought essence. The same technique also yields orange essence.
Memories of a War aboard a battered transport
G A Thompson retells a chaotic Fourth of July voyage with the Army of Invasion near Cuba. In a clumsy boat crew from Key West he and three comrades endure rough seas and a naval bombardment by battleships, finally reaching shore and returning to their transport amid chaos.
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Key West
Bart
Ben
Buck
Hill
George Washington
G. A. Thompson
Chicago Daily News
Buried War Flour Found On Manassas Street
Workmen grading Main Street Manassas Virginia recently uncovered a subsurface cavity where a trench three feet deep held several barrels of flour hidden from the enemy during Confederate evacuation. A large quantity of barrel staves and a white substance resembling decayed flour were exchanged.
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Main Street
Manassas
Virginia
Manascus
ONE KIDNEY GONE Got Cured After Doctors Said There Was No Hope
Sylvanus Verrill of Milford Massachusetts describes a severe kidney ailment after a bad injury. He credits Dean's Kidney Pills with restoring kidney function and allowing him to walk again after months on crutches. Sold by all dealers 60 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Sylvanus
Verrill
Milford
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Artist Advises Perspective From Afar In Sketch Viewing
A quoted artist requests a fellow to view a drawing from a distance, claiming the composition benefits from space and a clearer perspective after a morning of rusties’ breathing. The remark reflects a humorous or whimsical exchange about visual perception.
Cure for Eczema Promises Relief with Cuticura Ointment
Testimony from W H Dean of Newark Delaware claims drastic relief after seven years of eczema using Cuticura Soap and Ointment with two boxes and one cake. The piece also notes a Royal Microscopical Society invention that etched Lord's Prayer in 1,237,000 of a square inch, requiring 1/12 inch lenses to read.
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Cuthura
W. H. Dean
Newark
Del
Royal Microscopical Society
Population of China Estimated at Four Hundred Million
The Almanach de Gotha 1900 estimate places China’s population around 400 million. If global population lined up, about one in four would be Chinese.
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China
Go the Same Way Question on a Country Train Ride
A traveler recalls a country train trip with his four year old daughter. Facing seats prompted the child to ask if riding backward would lead to the same destination as her father, highlighting a child's curiosity about travel direction.
Starving Girl Finds Health With Grape-Nuts Diet
A reader recalls years of indigestion and near starvation from irregular meals. After trying Grape-Nuts, she reports restored appetite and strength, eating normally again and keeping Grape-Nuts as part of her diet. The letter promotes Postum Co.’s product with a brief call to read more letters.
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Vety
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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