My Romantic Husband and the New Year’s Eve Debate
A serialized 1924 romance featuring Anne and Jim as they argue over hosting Brooke de Courcey and social dynamics. The scene explores jealousy, admiration, and whether Anne will aid Jim in a social dilemma impacting their marriage. Tim, a probing partner, presses for a decision that could test their relationship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt Hawley
Headley-Winston
Jim
Shelock
Brooke
Councey
Miss de Courcey
Brooke de Courcey
Helen of Troy
Aind
Aind ‘Glevatra ‘Were Shining Examples,”T
Oro World
Brooke de Rd
Tim
Anne
King Peature Syn, Inc
Bianchi the Cobbler Finds Contentment in Craft and Dream
A vivid profile of Bianchi, a young cobbler in a dim shop, who repairs shoes quickly and earns a decent living. He speaks of contentment amid hard work, a dream of college for his son, and a wish to stay in America without chasing higher status. The piece contrasts his modest pride with others chasing white collar success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bianchi
Jervant
No title found in this intimate reader letter exchange
A reader letters page exchange reveals a bold editor’s defense of a public conversation space. The writer argues the department is a talking rock for dialogue and rejects claims of vulgarity, while the editor asserts the section is a trust to foster open talk and engage unborn readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Edot Andra
Department of Grief and Rage Speech Fragment
By Elsie Robinson this excerpt presents a vivid portrait of the department as a vessel for public emotion in a pitiful terrible and wonderful age. The speaker notes that people abandon gentleness, venting grief rage and rebellion with raw honesty rather than refined manners.
Little Elsie Raises Cain
Fragmented, passionate meditation on social inequality and industrial struggle. The piece laments women in factories, wage gaps, and youth disillusionment, urging independent thought and fearless inquiry as a path to truth and humanity. It argues that only self-thinking can save society from oppression and war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Izaak Walton
Father Neptune
Becaime
Dan Cupid
Jove
Hkerr
Ife
aJatchkey
Nate
Target-Me-Nots
Gotoy
Shaiver
Tralan
God
Grandma
Petting Partion Arts
Ming
Ina
Fashion's Facts and Fancies in Parisian Style
Fashion's Facts and Fancies discusses uppish manners and smart millinery with upturned brims, velvet or satin facings, and steel buckles. It notes gold filigree vanity cases, powder boxes, and semi precious stone embellishments. Daywear ensembles include bengaline dresses, cloth coats, and tailored costumes with plain detailing.
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Peene
Meditations of a Wife by Helen Rowland insights on love
A compact extract from Helen Rowland’s work suggests that first loves and broken ankles symbolize enduring pain and learning in love. It blends witty maxims on women pursuing conquest and men seeking experiment, noting that happiness comes from accepting love with a blend of faith and philosophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen _ Rowland
Tessons
Jesson
Tesson
Imust
Credentials Now a Prerequisite By J. P. Medbury
A humorous column argues that modern dating relies on recommendations from past sweethearts. It notes some women demand proof of a man’s worth through his jewelry, finances, and behavior, satirically suggesting cautious judgment and friend input before saying yes. The piece mocks overpraised self-presentation and urges skepticism of grand claims while endorsing practical, hands-on testing of character.
Sport Clothes For Icy Northers Wear From Jersey
The article reviews Jersey sport outfits ideal for cold days. It highlights a Northers friendly ensemble with overblouse pleated skirt and leather trim, a Georgette Canada model, and a cross weave jumper with belt, scarf, and feathered accents.
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Inter
Jersey
Little Jersey Expos
Teather
Georgett
Canada
Across the Breakfast Table by W L George and His Wife
The couple quarrel over age roles at a young people party with Mrs George advising fading away while Mr George defends staying active. The exchange touches on youth, invitations, and the idea of senility. Copyright 1924 King Features Syndicate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W- L. George
Mrs. George
Mar. George
Mia
George
Darling
Mr. George
A Devilish Deed Prompted by a Hat Overkill
A humorous scene unfolds as the Devil mocks a flapper’s predicament. His assistant jokes about locking her in a room with two thousand hats and no mirror, highlighting a playful, surreal exchange.
Foxy Grandpa's Arctic Walrus Adventure
Foxy Grandpa and companions voyage into Alaska’s Arctic waters aboard a coast guard cutter. They observe a herd of walruses on floating ice and witness a protective mother rescue her baby, nearly capsizing the boat. The encounter ends with reflections on the walrus’s curiosity and danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arctic
Bobby
Alaska
Coast Guard
Benny
Perle
Bunny
Walrus
Frice
International Fes, Service
Quote on truth and virtue from Longfellow and Locke
A literary note explores Longfellow's Tale of a Wayside Inn urging restraint in speech and the motto that truth for truth's sake guides human perfection. It cites a passage from Locke's Letter to Anthony Colling, asserting truth as the primary human virtue.
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Longfellow
Locke
Anthony Coling
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Ann Lisle
Kerr
Elsie Robinon
Elsie
Cain
Mildred Ash
Dodger
J. P. Medbury
Taort
Bis
Gam
Kirk
Young Society
National Biscuit Company
Uneeda Bakers
Mocuit Company
Newts Sabars
Foxy
Angélus Rouge
Angélus Rouge Pacarnae
Dave
Ange
Eouds
Foe
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