Christmas Dinner Traditions Through English and European Customs
The article explores old world Christmas practices from England, Germany, and Scandinavia. It describes kitchen scenes, feasts, and decorations, plus superstition linked to plum pudding, mince pie, mistletoe, and wassail. It contrasts Dickensian imagery with regional dishes, centerpieces, and festive games.
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Rome
England
Virgin
Christ
Dickens
Thor
Mr. Wardie
Mr. Pickwick
Trundle
Well Worthy Reward for Paris Clerk Briez
Raymond Briez, a 29 year old Paris clerk, seeks the Cross of the Legion of Honor after his recent transfusion and first operation. Medical men regard him as a remarkable specimen of manhood and regularly call upon him for blood. Briez declines campaigns and questions, asking no favors.
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Legion of Honor
Paris
Raymond Briez
Eversl
Tim
M. Brice
Agky
The Gift of God Christmas Reading
The piece reflects on Christmas as the gift of God through His only Son, stating that without accepting this gift the true meaning of Christmas is not learned. It cites Herald and Presbyterian as the source.
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Hristmas
God
Herald
Presbster
Couturiers
Lucien Lelong
Notable lives honored by history and scholarship
A figure saved lives of a South American president, a European prince, and many workers, while another pursued lofty imagination. She aided immortalizing her brother’s name and studied philosophy after his death to better promote his works.
Nietzsche's Gifted Sister Mirthful Birthday Tribute
Frau Elizabeth Foerster Nietzsche, sister of the philosopher, recently celebrated her eightieth birthday. Described as kindly and cultured, she enjoyed tea conversations, manuscripts, and memories with friends, reflecting on Nietzsche’s life and ideas.
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Nietzsche
Elizabeth Foerster
Mietzsche
Niets
End of the World Predictions Draw Attention in Milwaukee
A Milwaukees Journal excerpt notes how individuals predicting the world’s end attract attention, while others offer varying responses to such forecasts. This item reflects public reaction to doomsday claims and the media’s role in reporting them.
Queer Quirks in Human Destiny By Harry R. Calkins
A historical overview blends Revolutionary War plots with missteps by Lord George Germain and Burgoyne’s 1777 campaign. It traces Saratoga, Franco-American diplomacy, and a long digression into Mongol conquests and Jenghiz Khan’s era, highlighting dramatic military reversals and imperial ambitions.
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Lord George
John Burgoyne
Lake Champlain
Fort Ticonderoga
Lord George Germaine
United States
Burgosne Ws
Canada
Lord Howe
Hudson
Albany
Burgoyne
Secre
Howe
Burgerne
Fort
Ticunderoga
George
Tine
Germine
New York
Chesapeake
New England
Ticonderoga
Washington
Sarataga
George Germaine
Saratoga
France
Benjamin Franttin
Louis XVI
Protective Garments for Chemists Face Hazardous Materials
Protective garments including piste glass overalls masks and gloves were designed for chemists handling acids powders and other inflammable substances. The suits emerged after dangerous flareups injured workers mixing tracer bullet material. The explosive powder can ignite from static electricity. Glass tailoring uses small pieces bound by copper wires.
Grim French will Rewards Mad Clients with 10000 Francs
A French lawyer's will shows grim humor as he leaves 10000 francs to a ynatic asylum for clients who dared his services. A testator apportions a thousand pounds to his hospital nurse and cook for kindnesses, notably banishing a pink monkey from his bed and removing scarlet snakes from his soup.
Velvet Velvet Velvet A Paris Fashion Trend For Velvet Hats
Velvet fashion dominates this season with short jacket velvets and velvet hats. Paris designers showcase youthful velvet tailleurs in brown and gold checks, with two toned hats and ermined cuffs. Marguerite and Leonie exhibit striking blue velvet ensembles and bold accessories.
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Paris
Atelier
Marguerite
Leonie
Jenny
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WSU
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China
Great Wall
Mohammed the Shah
Mohammed
Jenghiz Khan
the Kahn
Env
Jengkiz Kahn
Poland
Kahn
Jenghiz Kahn
Pope Innocent TV
Freath
Louise Marsy
Julia Bottomley
Uoien
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