John of Gaunt and Philippa Crown Tie in Love Match
In the mid 14th century John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, marries Infanta Philippa after her contested claim to Castile. A king of Portugal, famed as John the Perfect, refuses marriage until a mystery maiden in a miniature inspires him. The union blooms from secret affection as public duty yields to enduring love.
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John of Gaunt
Duke of Lancaster
Edward III
England
Blanche
Castile
Portugal
John
Dress in Bad Taste Critique From American Delegate
Ida Husted Harper reports American delegates to the London international women's congress left with a poor view of English dress. She recalls warnings to dress modestly yet notes British meetings featured delicate fabrics and understated attire rather than tailor-made outfits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Husted Harper
International Woman's Congress
London
Royal proxy marriage and English fashion contrasts
The narrative recounts Philippa of Lancaster’s arranged marriage to a Portuguese king by proxy, noting her age, the English king’s indifference, and the archbishop's journey. It contrasts English and American fashion, praising gowns but praising English lace and jewels as heirlooms amassed by generations in London.
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Duke of Lancaster
Philippa
Catherine
England
Philippa of Lancaster
Portugal
America
London
New World
Must Learn Trade Elevates German Youth Across Society
The piece asserts that every boy in Germany from Crown Prince to commoner should learn a useful trade, framing trades as a national duty and path to a skilled, productive citizenry. It emphasizes universal vocational education as foundational to a strong state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Austin Methodist Church Service Schedule
The First M. E. church of Austin with Rev. A. M. White as pastor holds services Sunday morning at 9 30 class meeting at 10 30 morning sermon at 12 Sunday school mid afternoon 3 30 Junior League 6 15 Ep worth League 7 30 evening sermon Wednesday 7 45 midweek prayer service
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Austin Methodist Church
M. E. Church of Austin
A. M. White
First Congregational Church Service and Social
The First Congregational Church at Waller avenue and Midway park led by Pastor W L Demorest schedules a 7:30 morning service, Sunday school at 12:15, Junior C I at 3:30, and vesper 5 to 6 with two sermons on The Way of the Cross and The Christ in the State. A social follows with free posters on display and all are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Congregational Church
Waller Avenue
Midway Park
W. L. Demorest
Iowa Street
North Pine Avenue
Institutional Church
Redemption of Society
Congregational Church
Austin Episcopal Church Service Times
Early communion at 7 30 a m and morning service at 10 80 a m with Sunday school at noon 12 m. Evening service at 7 30 p m. Rev S L Mitchell rector at 6731 Ohio Street on Waller Avenue and Ohio Street renewal.
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Waller Avenue
Ohio Street
L. Mitchell
Oak Park M. E. Church Service Schedule
Rev. W. H. Burns presides with services Sunday morning at 10 30. Sunday school at noon. Junior League at 3 30 p m and Senior League at 6 30 p m.
Euclid Avenue M. E. Church Schedule
J Clayton Yonker pastors the Euclid Avenue Methodist church with a full Sunday schedule. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. led by superintendent S H Goodyear. Morning preaching at 11:00 a.m. class meeting at noon. Junior Epworth League at 3:00 p.m. Senior Epworth League at 6:45 p.m. Evening preaching at 7:45.
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J. Clayton Yonker
S. H. Goodyear
Epworth
Church Services and Guest Preacher Announcement
Sunday morning service at 10 30 and evening sermon at 7 30 with Sunday school at noon Young People's meeting after evening service mid week prayer on Wednesday at 8 Rev W E Sawyer of Walla Walla Washington will preach Sunday October 1 in morning and evening services
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W. E. Sawyer
Walla Walla
Wash
Reverend Collins to Lead Services at Old Presbyterian
The Rev J D Collins pastor. Services Sunday morning at 10 30 Sabbath school at 12 noon evening services at 730 Midweek prayer meeting Wednesday 8 pm Ladies prayer meeting Thursday 230 pm Old Presbyterian Church on South Howevard
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J. D. Collins
Old Presbyterian Church
South Howevard
Local notices and business cards round up
The column advertises wood and coal from C B Patrick and mentions Dr C W Coltrin moving his office to the Abbott block. H H Rearden promotes his laundry, Frank Harris Peak announces dance season opening, Graham creamery butter and pure tea coffee spices urged, Miss Williams the milliner issues a fall winter notice. Telephone 1011 is listed.
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C. W. Coltrin
Abbott Block
H. H. Rearden
Austin
Frank Harris Peak
Graham
Miss Williams
Miller's Drug Store ads and Scharf & Knoop store move
Oak Park announces a range of photo supplies at Miller's Drug Store and promotes Miller's Columbian Cough Syrup and Miller's Cold Capsules on Lake Street. Scharf and Knoop relocate to a new up to date store at 141 and 148 Lake Street showcasing a modern layout.
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Miller's Drug Store
Lake Street
Scharf & Knoop
Austin Christian Church Sunday Services
The Austin Christian Church schedules preaching every Sunday at 11 o'clock led by Pastor George A. Campbell. Sunday school occurs at 10 a.m. Christian Church Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m.
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Austin Christian Church
Christian Church
George A. Campbell
Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church Service Times
Swedish Evangelical Lutheran on Waller avenue and Iowa street in Austin lists Sunday schedule with Sunday school at 9 30 a m morning service at 10 80 a m and evening service at 7 30 p m J N Brandelle is pastor located at 725 North Waller avenue
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Swedish Evangelical Lutheran
Waller Avenue
Lowa Street
Austin
N. Brandelle
North
Popular Music Offer From Indianapolis Firm
An advertisement requests three music teachers or performers on piano or organ and twenty five cents in silver or postage. Send names and addresses to Popular Music Co in Indianapolis to receive full sheet music including The Flower that won my Heart Mamie O Rourke March Manila Dewey's March Two Step by the U S Marine Band and five more pages of popular pieces.
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Mamie O'Rourke
Manila
Dewey
U. S. Marine Band
Washington, D. C
Popular Music Co
Indianapolis
Ind
Auction of George Herbert's goods at Austin storage
Notice of sale of George Herbert's chattels stored at Austin storage warehouse Nos. 334 and 336 North Park Avenue Austin Ill to satisfy storage charges. Auction to be held at the storage house on October 10 1899. Signed Austin Storage Company Harry H Decker.
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George Herbert
Austin
North Park Avenue
Ill
Austin Storage Company
Harry H. Decker
Wanted Managers in County Areas for Dominion Company
Bright and honest persons sought as managers in this and nearby counties. Salary nine hundred dollars yearly plus expenses. Permanent position with home office work. Provide bank references and self addressed stamped envelope. Dominion Company, Dept. 8, Chicago.
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The
Dominion Company
Dept. 8
Chicago
Blood Velocity and Circulation Time
The text states that arterial blood moves at about twelve inches per second and that blood completes a circuit through the vascular system in roughly twenty seconds. It explains fundamental rates of blood flow and circulation in an explanatory tone.
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