Some Pointers On Manners By Kathryn DePeyster
In a Q and A style piece a reader asks about etiquette for introductions bowing handshakes and responses at formal events. The columnist notes the proper action is for a seated lady to remain seated when a gentleman is introduced and to rise when a gentleman older than she enters or speaks with her.
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Kathryn DePeyster
Miss de Tesster
Seavid
Remaite
Indy
Apeak
Lear Mise de Poyster
Seo
Kellogg's All-Bran Promotes Regularity and Iron Boost
Consumers reducing their diet are advised to guard against constipation and seek Kellogg's All-Bran for roughage. The ad promises relief from constipation with a money back guarantee, notes added iron helps fight anemia, and suggests many serving ideas. Made by Kellogg in Battle Creek.
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Grocer
Bis
Kellogg's
Kellogg
Battlereek
Goodnight Stories Mischief With Mr Punch And Judy
Five children ask about a mischief gone wrong in a Mr Punch tale. A clever but risky dining room table trick leads to a bandaged hand and a lesson on not sharing boisterous pranks with Judy. Pierrot’s improvisation fuels the tale as siblings react to the mishap.
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Ble
Paneji
Mij
Flor
Hanid
Yam
Kaort
Judy
Pierrat
Pierrot
Lousin Pierrot
Deide
Ruarf
Mr. Punch
Cousin Pleerot
Tully
Ftavon
Bert
The Rhyming Optimist Hy Aline Michaelis
A poem fragment titled The Rhyming Optimist by Hy Aline Michaelis extols hopeful themes and music. Imagery includes a music box and delicate wonders as a loved one’s presence inspires warm, turning thoughts toward affection and light.
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Rhyming
Hy Aline Michaelis
Marital Struggles Over Money Stand in Young Couple
A young wife feels resentment over money differences in a marriage with strains from in laws. The husband’s family finances and expectations create tension as the wife navigates loyalty, presence, and support while avoiding conflict. The piece suggests happiness hinges on balancing financial help and personal boundaries within the family.
Girl Unafraid by Gladys Johnson
Ardeth encounters Neil in a dim doorway then recalls a past crime and a looming marriage. The recollection unsettles her as she debates meeting him again while a present life fills with tense memories and looming decisions.
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Gladys Johnson
Arieth
Neill Neil
Ardeth
Mareelé
Nell
Neil
Bet
Tom
Sid
Paul
Irawny
Household Hints for Cleaning and Repairing Woolen Items
A vintage tip outlines a 40 pul thegi colandhe tray inside another vessel with water and soap to clean small woolens. Rinse quickly, press against the sides, and air dry flat to avoid stretching. It mentions using melted wax or glue for fabric repairs and a paste mix for fixes, noting various fibers and improvised mending methods.
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Henry
China
Fragmented Text Listing Odd Fact Fragments
A garbled passage describes a heavy rock block and its transformation in a large machine, followed by mention of by products from a carcass and various pigments and materials. The prose shifts to a non sequitur about modern girls and an eminent director, yielding a confused, nonsensical summary.
Beauty Brevities by Helen Follett
Style hints from Beauty Brevities note hair texture and care tips. The column mentions achieving uniform hair finish and practical grooming ideas, framed in period voice with brief guidance for readers seeking simple beauty improvements.
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Helen Follett
Mother Goose Dot Puzzle and Care Advice
A fragmented excerpt mixes maternal affection with household chores and cosmetic guidance. It mentions a mother grateful for care, a child named Emily, and hints at routines like weekly shampoo and facial care. It then shifts to dubious health tips about weights, clothing, and breathing exercises, ending with advice on deep breathing and digestion.
Kissproof Lips of PATsy Ruri Mitten in WB Works
Readable fragments describe PATsy Ruri Mitten in Warner Bros productions Show of Shows The Aviator and Wide pen. Names include Zang Belly. The note outlines a filmography style listing and studio association.
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Patsy Ruri Mittens
Warner Bros
The Marry Go Round by Helen Rowland insights
A reflective piece on marriage and women's expectations contrasting romantic ideals with practical realities. It notes that many women seek variety and independence while facing societal pressures. The essay cites anecdotes on divorce, education, and the dynamic between husbands and wives, with satirical emphasis on modern foibles.
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Helen Rowland
Style Hints for Sering Cod in a Velvet Dress
A quirky fashion note suggests a richly toned velvet dress with a detachable cape and a red and white polka dot accent. The playful description hints at a stylish but impractical look for a formal setting.
Fashion Fadts and Silhouettes in an Evening Frock
The article describes a dress with a waist to the floor and a large, slim silhouette. Embellishments include a straw bag with checked embroidery, white cotton, and a black and white ribbon. Clocks and poplar accents appear as decorative elements within the fashion vignette.
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Wien
Seme Faye
Trovke
Tintex Home Tinting Ad Promises Quick Fabric Recoloring
An old advertisement touts Tintex products to refresh faded curtains drapes and slip covers. It claims color restoration or new shades in minutes with Box-Tints Tirtex Color Remover and Whitex whitening agents listed for fabrics and silks and lace, urging readers to follow box directions.
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Tinter
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