The Salter Contract Rivalry Turns To Romance
Henry Best and Fannie clash over the Salter Building bid as Best seeks fast fortune. John Fellows schemes to win the contract and the girl. In a late twist Fannie forms The Frederick Jones Company to outbid rivals and secure a future with Best.
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John Fellows
Henry
Fannie
Qet Pather
Salter
Fellows
Best
Henry Best
Fannie’s
Jones’ Company
Frederick Jones Company
Valentine’s Day Nostalgia In A December Child’s Tale
A reflective essay recalls childhood Valentine’s Day rituals and the wonder of gift exchange. It juxtaposes a parent’s remorse and a child’s excitement with vivid scenes of red hearts, paper lace, and a mail carrier Kris Kringle delivering tokens. The piece meditates on deprivation and generosity shaping a child’s faith in love.
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Kris Kringle
Santa Claus
One Day to Get Even Valentine Prank Plan
Brown jokes with Potter about valentines at the stationer’s. Potter admits to buying burlesque valentines for his wife on Valentine’s Day to even the score. He notes his wife is obstinate and that the plan unexpectedly earns him fair treatment for months.
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St. Valentine
Ifes
Brown
Potter
Tury
Grape-Nuts Claim Brain Power via Potash Phosphate Diet
Advert explains Grape-Nuts as wheat and barley cereal processed to digestible sugar and phosphate of potash benefits. Cites Dr Carey on brain nourishment and cites a female author praising morning use for sustained brain power and healthier children. Postum Cereal Co Ltd, Battle Creek Michigan.
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Geo. W. Carey
Postum Cereal Co, Ltd
Battle Creek, Mich
Satan Trembles at Bible Bargains in New York Window
A Boston or New York bookstore display drew attention with the claim Satan trembles when he sees Bibles sold as low as these. The banner advertised unusually cheap Bibles, highlighting advertising prowess in urban commerce.
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Satan
Eighth Avenue
New York
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Arthur Collins
Daily Story Pub. Co
Jannie
Lens
Mr. Fellows
Mr. Fellows Fannie
Central
Mentine
Omic
Valent
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