Poirot Ponders Deadly Mistake In Stranded Case
In a fragmentary scene, Poirot and Colonel Anderson discuss a possible misstep by the murderer. Hadley Downes and Estella Ball relay clues from Mary Styond about a dark-suited suspect with a Hamberg hat, a small case, and a suspicious handwriting signature “A. S.C.” as police rush to track the culprit, while a Black Swan inn hostess named Mary offers testimony in a tense, cautious mood.
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Eoinot
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Ball
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Mary
Grome
Chen
A. T. Case
Casa
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Dri Crome
Graye’s Laxative Bromo Quinine Cold Remedy Adverts
An old advertisement extols Grave’s Laxative Bromo Quinine as a targeted cold treatment. It claims rapid relief by fourfold action: reducing symptoms, aiding circulation, easing headaches, and preventing recurrence. Sugar coated and plain tablets priced to fit penny pockets, with directions to start two tablets at once at the first sign of a cold.
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Meke Grove
Fort GE
Quick As Scat Needlework Pattern for Week
A playful description of a cross stitch design labeled as pattern £86 from The San Antonio District Needlecraft detailing seven motifs to represent each day of the week. Includes transfer pattern, stitch requirements, color suggestions, and fabric sizing, with basic ordering information and pattern number.
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San Antonio
Forgetting and memory in a Woman's World by Helen Rowland
In a vignette on memory and romance, the narrator cites a writer's view of women holding to memories while men forget. A narrator describes a detective scene where Inspector Crome interviews Tom Hartigan about the A B C case, juxtaposing memory and forgetfulness against gendered expectations.
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Crome
A. B.C
Jacobs
Hin
Beau Jacobs
Vantiy
Matt
Tom Hartigan
A. BG
Mr. Tatuisai
Tom Hadlgan
Grome
Agahy
Camden ‘Town
Youth Restlessness and the Allure of New Things
By Fay King this fragment explores the natural yearning of youth to try new things, despite tradition. It notes that elders once enjoyed novelty too, though they later embraced familiar ways, and it suggests a cycle of attraction to the fresh that fades with time.
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Fay King
Tim
Ubon
Mothers-in-law Phobia Spurs Puzzle In 1807 Letter
A reader known as Widow writes to Miss Fairfay about the fear of hosting a mother-in-law for two weeks. The piece examines social pressures from the 1800s era, referencing hunters and fowlers in matchmaking, and questions about marital happiness and female expectations.
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Beatrice Fairfay
Mie Fairfay
Mothersein-Law of
Massaghusetts
Miss Fairfay
Hing Fess
Simul
Beauty Hints Push for Slimming Regimen and Gums Care
The note urges a woman to adopt strict dietary changes and supervised exercises to reduce fat, claim overweight hampers health and activity. It suggests limiting fats and starches, toning muscles, and seeking a slimming institution. It also advises dental care for inflamed gums and to consult a dentist if bleeding persists.
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Worman
Tattar
Ti gotig ta party patterns allure Betsy in frock tones
A vintage advertisement extols Marian Martin sewing patterns 9133 9188 and 0180 for kids juniors and mothers with spark ling dresses party frocks and school day wear. It notes fabric yardage and coin prices 16 18 cents and 244 yards for size 8 plus ordering details and pattern department contact.
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Betsy
Marian Martin
Maran Martin Paedern
Renaldtu
Pal Jem
Ti San At
Tomo Light Pattern Department
Dumplings and Variations for Meat Stews and Desserts
A guide to tender dumplings for meats and stews with tips on thickness, cooking, and covering the kettle to prevent collapse. Includes methods for flour-dusted dumplings, strawberry and mint variants, cranberry dumplings, and a simple drop dough recipe with boiling water technique.
Advice on engagement announcements and wedding etiquette
The letter covers best practices for announcing an engagement, invitation timing, guest seating, and toasts. It discusses who should greet guests, whether close friends should sing, and how to arrange a receiving line. It also asks about suitable attire, veiling, corsages, and flower choices for the bride.
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Mes
Cornelius Geeckman
Beeckman
Howe
Ashe
Alice
Tom Whiteson
Elizabeth
Roger
Midol relieves monthly pain for women in modern use
Monthly discomfort is eased by Midol with claims of reliable relief. The ad urges women to avoid calendar limits on activity and to trust Midol’s active ingredient, noting fast action and availability at stores.
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Midolle
Midol
Midal
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