First Census Heads Published For Genealogy Study
The census bureau publishes a volume with the heads of families from the 1790 census. Congress funded the project for 1907 to transcribe New Hampshire Vermont and Maryland schedules. Marshals collected names of all free white males sixteen and older and other demographic details in early population records.
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Washington
Censua Bureau
Congress
New Hampshire
Vermont
Maryland
Inherited Schedules Reveal Early American Heads of Families
A reflection on the 1790 census as a national inheritance showing state heads of families then, the enumeration process, and gaps from destroyed records. It notes total U S population 3 231 533 excluding territories, average six people per family, and names like Boal Beale Magruder Monard Schley Carroll Ridgely Edelen and Carrolls, with record gaps and imperfect originals.
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United States
Connecticut
Doleware
Georgia
Kentucky
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Pennsylvania
Rhode Iealand
South Carolina
Tennessee
Vermont
Virginia
Delaware
Tyne Yyen
Boal
Fia
Beale
Magruder
Monard
Schley
Richard Carvell
Carrolla
Clagetta
Charles Carroll
Ann Arundel County
Somerset County
Brothers Reunite After Seventy Two Years Apart
New Cumberland residents Pau William and Janes Waugh, long believed dead by the other, met at their nephew George W. Butorff’s home. William 86 from Canton and James 84 from Johnstown, had not heard from each other since 1896 when they were youths. Their families planned a celebratory visit and local events in their honor.
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New Cumberland
Pau
William
Janes Waugh
George W. Butorff
William Waugh
Canton
Jamew Ie
Johnstown
James Ilnse
Hrutorff
Butorfs
Germany Style Aligned Uniforms for Mexican Independence Parade
City officials announce new uniforms for the gendarmeria squadron to be worn in the Independence Day parade. The gray uniforms resemble Imperial German Army dress with the black pointed cap featuring a silver Mexican eagle and silver ornaments on the shoulders and front.
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Tlalpam
Fashionable collars and dress forms of the era
The article surveys neck adornments from high to low collars, praising the Byron and Gibson styles, handkerchief lace collars, and embroidery. It notes care for different neck lengths, with the low collar favored for younger girls and the long neck suited to high collars, plus examples like school dress with a plain Eton collar. It also includes a health testimonial unrelated to fashion.
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Byron
Gibson
Bayonne to Hear Plan for Corps of Women Police
Mrs. Julia Gokialor proposes forming a women police corps in Bayonne New Jersey to patrol streets and school routes. She envisions uniforms dark blue with knee length coats and a military cap, and suggests Salvation Army workers could fill mid jobs. She urges city council to adopt the plan as a path to vigilant, safe streets.
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Bayonne
N. J
cCorpa
Julia Gokialor
East Forty
Aith Street
Salvation Army
Miner Pays Court Fees For Love License Change
Damian Joku baitus, a miner in Bee lyville, sought to license a romance with Kuzefa Hapaguatia but she shifted to Pe Hibalie. The clerk required canceling the first license and issuing a new one, costing two dollars, while Damian spent 38.50 on courting expenses.
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Greene Lake
Wash
Damian Jokubaitus
Damian
Tarry Kuzefa Hapaguatia
Beelyville
Pe- Hibalie
Human "Pin Cushion" Dead in Kansas City Rooming House
Henry J. Johnson, labeled a "human freak" and strong man, was found dead in a rooming house. Authorities note his body bore numerous holes and scars from past abuses including pins, needles, sharp instruments, and ingestion of hazardous objects.
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Kansia City
Henry J. Johnson
Bodice for voile dress with silk bound trim and tuck
Pretty bodice for voile or thin material on a tight fitting sateen lining fastened at the back. Filet culture trimming matches the material color bound each side with silk. A tucked silk strip runs from back to front over shoulders. Puffed sleeves gathered into a silk bound cuff. Materials listed include 2 yards 46 inch fabric 1 yard silk 3% yards trimming 14 yards sateen.
New Lamp Shade and Botticelli Hats Debut
From Parla a hat named the lamp shade arrives with a huge brim sloping over the head and a lace frill at the crown. Another newcomer, the Botticelli, appears with an unknown origin name and uncertain success.
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Parla
Botticelli
Fancy broadcloths and chiffons in new colorings
The American Register notes broadcloths and chiffons in fresh colorways. Fabrics include one tone, woven satin, and chevron striped patterns with a noted Hehtness and softness exceeding last year’s production.
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American Register
London
Serge for School Frocks in Jumper Styles
The article describes serge as the preferred fabric for dressy school frocks with jumper designs. It notes piping outlines, soft underwaists, and anchor emblems. A dark blue serge dress features a pintucked skirt and wide waist-plaits with brick-red braid trimming on the V yoke and small brick-red buttons.
Hand Embroidery Adds Color to Blouse Trim
Hand embroidery is not essential yet desirable to color a blouse. Fine batiste embroideries with colored vines or patterns can trim sheer white fabrics with Valenciennes or lace. White mull frills edged in color suit finer machine embroideries.
Plaited Tulle Toque Described For Fashion Use
The article details a plaited tulle toque designed for mid season wear and later for theater and restaurant use. It is large yet half the size of a great sailor hat with a mob crown and a small brim. Black or colored satin wraps the crown, and a single black gauze rose with gilt bead center completes the trim.
Handkerchief Picture Frame Craft Idea
A handkerchief framed picture method details laundering, center folding, four corners turned back and pressed with baby ribbon rosettes. The result is a small square space for a photo and a diamond shaped wall hanging.
Social tease sparks rumor of Richman family
In a brief exchange on a social scene, remarks spark gossip about Richman’s children with one speaker claiming two daughters while another insists only one exists. The chatter hints at family rumors without detailing facts.
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Richman
Animal Food Doctor Knows Patient Weaker After Diet
A courtroom joke about a patient and physician where the doctor asks about animal food and the patient explains he tried hay and clover tops but thistles stuck in his throat. The exchange ends with a grim smile and the judge noting the odd diagnosis.
Canadian government plans wide Niagara power distribution
Power from Niagara Falls will be sent across Canada with bids asked for 10 000 tons of structural steel to build towers supporting cables for transmission. Existing power already reaches beyond 125 miles and the government intends to extend this distance to supply towns in all directions.
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Niagara
Niagara Falls
Canada
Gays
Scientific American
Grape-Nuts Bring Relief, Letter From Satisfied Reader
A reader reports indigestion relief after switching to Grape-Nuts with cream and Postum. He notes improved appetite and vigor after two weeks, credits the diet for ending stomach acidity and enabling hearty lunches. The letter is from Battle Creek Michigan and promotes The Road to Wellville.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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Pancannla
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Mrs. Pinkham
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Serge
Animal Food
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