Boy loves would-be stepfather in family drama
In a late afternoon scene set in a gay restaurant, Billy asks for a father and Walter Gillem proposes a life together with Elizabeth Thurston. Billy’s honesty and affection push Elizabeth toward a risky, hopeful union as the trio imagines a home with a real father for Billy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Gillem
Elizabeth Thurston
Billy
Tom
Elizabeth
Lord Fauntleroy
James
Gillem
Sam Carter
Mr. Carter
Carter
Son
Mr. Walter
Freddie Camp
Arthur Tyson
Associated Literary Press
Portable Scenery Obscured In Summer Resort Photos
A summer boarder asks where the hammocks shade trees awnings and fountain are described in the illustrated circular. Farmer Cornstessel confirms the photographer who makes resort pictures took them away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corn Tessel
Less Display at Weddings Signals New Somber Style
The piece notes a shift in English aristocracy toward simple weddings as a sign of restraint and sanity, moving away from extravagant displays and pageantry.
Illinois Reunion and War Hero General Wilder
Mattoon hosts reunions of Coles county soldiers including the 123rd regiment and Wilder’s Lightning Brigade with General Wilder present likely his last such gathering. Maj. James A. Connelly attends from Springfield, as crowds hear war memories and state veterans’ ties across towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattoon
Coles County
One Hundred and Twenty-third Regiment
General Wilder
Lightning Brigade
Wilder
Tennessee
James A. Connelly
Springfield
Strawberry Shortcake and Cherry Souff Desserts
A vintage dessert guide presents two recipes, Strawberry Shortcake with two cake layers and a rich strawberry filling, and a Cherry Souffle with butter, flour, milk, preserved cherries, rose extract, and steamed cooking, served with hot milk.
Mock Turkey From Round Steak Bag
A kitchen method shows a large two pound round steak formed into a bag with peanut butter sealing one side. It is stuffed with crumbs egg milk onions walnuts and poultry dressing then sealed and seared. The bag is steamed in a double boiler five hours with butter and water for flavor and tenderness.
Paper Cups and Towels for Summer Travel
Paper cups sold in sealed dozen packages for five cents and sanitary towels of crepe paper in half dozen packages are recommended for travelers, picnickers, and walkers. The notes suggest these one use items ease summertime packing for households heading to the country.
Macaroon Ice Cream with Fresh Strawberry Ring
A recipe instructs to grind one cup of macaroons and mix with one quart of cream and three fourths cup sugar plus a tablespoon vanilla. Freeze with three quarts finely cut ice and rock salt, then garnish with a ring of fresh strawberries rolled in powdered sugar before serving.
To Cut Boiled Eggs Slices
A kitchen tip advises slicing hard boiled eggs in smooth slices by dipping the knife in water to prevent sticking and ensure clean cuts.
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A. Maria Crawford
News OF Illinois
THE
Telegraph
One Hundred and Twenty-Third Regiment and
Joliet
George MacAdam
Ottawa Street
M. EB
Kingdom of God
Earth
Chicago
State Civil Service Commission
Victor A. Bles
St. Louis
Edmund A. Pease
Fordham
N. Y
Elgin
Jacksonville
Pontiac
John Otey
Alton
Bunker Hill
Danville
Julius Cochrane
Green Street Crossing
Cochrane
Batavia
New York
Peoria
H. C. Little
Louisville
Little
W. H. Little
Kansas City
Freeport
Frank W. Harris
Illinois State Penitentiary
Millington
Emil Stahl
Mr. Olive
Ted Bartels
J. Adelbert Williams
Clinton
William Luker
Oneida
John Wetmore
Will Wetmore
Belleville
Lenzburg
Simon Henry
Madison County
Morris Mitchell
Mllnois Central
Christian
Taylorville
Clarence S. Jones
Deneen
Jones
Fred Emmet
Public Service Company
Harrisburg
Lon Wells
Harrisboro Fair Grounds
Edward McTiwen
Robinson Hospital
Wells
McEwen
Paducah
Tiptonville
Tenn
Mooneghan
Herrin
Tom Hurley
Burlington
Christopher Mine
Joe Davis
Rock Island
Modern Woodmen of America
Illinois
Sycamore
Joseph Rorin
Hoyleton
Christ Wehking
Bloomington
Gladys Dunham Parvis
Atlanta
Laurino Parvis
Ida Spickard
Vincent Smith
Abernathy
Smith
East St. Louis
L. D. Mehaffey
Harold
Champaign
Decatur
Criminal Court
Cook County
Elizabeth Buchanan
Josie Rice
Cooper
Jane Quinn
Rene B. Morrow
Florence Bernstein
Ilinois
Knights Templars
Shrine Temple
Glen Oak Park
Englewood
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