Flora and the Big Flora mystery in a mob war
A detective narrator shadows mobsters in a cafe and a hideout as a brutal underworld clash unfolds. A woman named Flora leads a crew in pursuit and a tense stairwell confrontation ends with discussions of surrender and escape while police close in on the violence and stolen money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyro
Poller
Rikes
Betsreen
Bay
Yielim
Lark Counihan
Med O'Leary
Big Fiera
Frocks and Accessories Harmony in Spring Fashion
A fragment discusses spring frocks, velvet and sheer fabrics, and how a wise woman uses accessories to complete a coordinated look. Emphasizes harmony between shade and adornments, noting the importance of the right accents to achieve a sophisticated, polished appearance.
Spring Dress Trends and Breakfast for Weight Loss
Hy Prunel notes frocks with chiffon and taffeta for spring evenings, high waisted designs, and decorative bonnets, plus new bridesmaid styles. The piece shifts to diet tips, urging a balanced breakfast to aid weight loss, recommending whole wheat biscuits and fruits, and sharing several breakfast recipes like whole wheat muffins and wheat omelet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yesteryear
Ridesmaid
Etiquette Q and Answers on Printing Cards and Debuts
Reader asks about free printing for visiting and business cards and the correct names for a divorced woman. Advice favors plain white cards for social uses, allows printed business cards, and suggests using Mrs followed by her married name. Debutante customs call for flowers or a small gift to her debut, with gifts uncommon for others.
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Dorreit de Peyster
Beatrice Brown
Dono Broyo
John Brown
Allen Brown
Familly
Uowera
Proper Carriage and Health Through Posture
A fragmented old piece discusses hip movement and posture, warning about poor carriage and its links to health. It notes that visible lines of body alignment reflect nerves digestion and circulation, urging toned abdominal muscles and better balance.
Offensive Breath Causes and Remedies Highlighted
An old family doctor notes offensive breath may stem from infections in tonsils or teeth, or a sluggish digestion. Mouth hygiene alone may not fix the problem, so have the person examined by a physician.
Beauty Tips For Hands And Skin In Daily Life
This column offers aging prevention and grooming advice from hand care to facial treatments. It emphasizes using high grade soap, avoiding dirt and grime on hands, and routines like cream massage and lemon rubs, while mentioning cosmetics and cosmetic surgery as modern options for appearance and morale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dussier
Grussby
Dear Miss Fairfax admits love and family disapproval
A sixteen year old writes of a strained romance with a younger boy whose mother objects and blocks contact. The writer asks for guidance while she also confesses a new true love and confusion about social pressures. Advice suggests not forcing issues and letting the relationships unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice Fairfax
Miss Fairfax
jTake
Tim
Mim
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Flora
Detective
Dallas
Percy
Nancy Hegan
Dering
Genie
O'Leary
Nancy
Big Flora
Vane
Mara
Mateyos
Gedi
Dora
Pugy
Koen
Nancy Regen
Turkey
Vance
Monty
Tee
Deny
Uris
Waray
Gevis
Albert
Wien
Byndiralg
Mildrad Kitchen
Iran
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Miss Patriax
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