Envoy Extraordinary in a Web of Diplomacy
A secret British envoy Fergus is beaten and robbed en route to Sir Ronald Matresser who returns to his estate amid a web of voncili diplomacy. The tale follows Entente era intrigues with Elisabeth Bromier Jan Van Westheene and others as France Germany and Britain discuss preserving peace through monarchy shifts. Matresser negotiates, hints at pressure on France, Italy and Austria while the League of Nations is questioned and a France-France-England channeling maneuver unfolds.
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Fergus
Ronald Matresser
Ronald
Countess Matilda
Laury Ann Biatilda
Milo
Eisabeth Bromier
Yousgly Frien
Jan van Westheene
Slant Dochman
Matremer
Macea
bin Marksmanskin
Fergus Ruag
Andrewa
Mate
Moisete Stamier
Matresser
Mary Bir
Germany
Bin
Atbush
Mairesser
Mademoisalle Stamier
Italy
Great Britain
Mattessee
England
Elisabeth
France
Pronteur
Hmne
Monsieur Desselin
Lacheur
Olly
Teast
Mutresser
Noriste
Stuadros
Sean
Jayman
Otter
Allsider
Metresser
Lord Somerby
Laceth
Yates
Mitresser
Magds
Mattrester
Slick
Mintresser
Alwys
Lacon
B. Piilinn Rifkin
Woe
Buea
Dear Misa Fautax Clarifies a friend's suspected affair
Beatrice Fairfax counsels a worried correspondent about a close friend who is married with children and courting a traveling single man. The adviser urges caution, warning that a dependable husband is preferable to a roving partner and suggests how to handle the situation without shaming the friend.
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Beatrice Fairfax
Misa Fautax
Perteva
Lhe
Tom
King Meas
Avnil
Ine
Fay King Advice on Becoming Truly Popular
Fay King discusses popularity across genders noting some are more popular with the opposite sex yet true popularity comes from mutual appeal. She argues that women often fail to notice men who value both sexes and rejects jealousy of “ladies’ men.” The piece critiques vanity and suggests genuine sociability over flirtation.
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Fai
Paris fashion copies tempt with budget French import finds
Two Paris fashion items headline today offering cheaper versions of original French designs. A shawl labeled garment features sequined tunic and black crepe skirt with a revealing neckline, while a black crepe street dress boasts a chalk blue front panel and front sequins. A Lemoine copy priced under ten dollars is praised as a strong alternative, with overall appeal noted for affordable elegance.
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Stoo
Paris
Anlion
Prlce
Binck
King Bean
Contract Bridge Mastery and a Costly Slam Mistake
A bridge column recounts a rubber where two near perfect plays were missed. Roath South erred in safety plays leading to an eight rubber loss as opponents secured a vulnerable grand slam. The narrative analyzes bidding and play, noting missed diamond and ace coverage, and emphasizes how precise defense could have prevented the score.
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Rubybey Bride
Declarer
Roath
Porter
South
West
Oeon
East
Gnesse
Squeecht
Doctorer
How to Invite Guests for a First Anniversary
A reader asks how to word invitations for a first wedding anniversary without implying gifts. Advice suggests focusing on the occasion, stating the date and time plainly, and inviting guests to share in the celebration rather than asking for presents. Sample wording given uses Dear Mary and invites guests to attend a modest, informal home party.
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Hank
Cornelius Beeckman
Mary
John
Tom
Fuestay
Ube
Table Talks on Canned Vegetables and New Coiffures
Mildred Kitchen explains practical use of canned vegetables to create flavorful plates such as corn, beans, carrots and peas with simple sauces and garnishes. The piece also notes the growing popularity of a lifted coiffure with precise cuts to maintain fullness and avoid a limp look.
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Mildred Kitchen
Answers from Today's Test and Confusing Fragments
A garbled list of test answers and names includes Ontario Romania Bulgaria Soviet Untas Turkey Gutt of BL peace John Adams John Quincy Adams Laweay clugsee of society Willem Wordsworth Giuseppe Verdi Mimi 14 pounds Washington Idaho Montana and a dagger with a wavy blade.
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Ontario
Rumania
Bulgaria
Untas
Turkey
John Adama
John Quincy Adwas
Laweay Clugsee
Willem Wordsworts
Giuseppe Verdi
Mimi
Bel-wi-lya-kuh
Washington
Idaho
Montana
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Tacheur
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Fay King
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King Peas Synd., Inc
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Beeckman
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King Peas
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