Parental Training and Gender Roles in Early 20th Century Society
An article discusses parental bias in training girls versus boys, noting social workers and experts argue girls are undervalued and steered toward marriage while boys are prepared for business. It cites J. Lubin and a Pacific conference, with questions about gypsy education, railways, and Alma Gluck’s whereabouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Ashe
Pacific
J. Lubin
California Immisra Mission
A Bachelor Husband Complications Unfold in Divorce Plot
Feathers confronts Chris Lawless about a concealed will and marriage motive tied to wealth. Aston Knight’s tale clashes with the truth as friendships fracture and plans to flee with Marie unfold, ending with Marie recovering and Chris facing an altered marriage.
Dr Williams Pink Pills Story of Relief
A Lafayette resident describes illness including weakness hot flashes and sleep problems then credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with major improvement. She reports regained strength ability to work at home and relief from stomach pains and nerves. A booklet Building the Biocod is offered free by request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diright Tremaine
Koemuth St
Lafayette
Bayes
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Hotels on the early Sound coast and a brave stranger
The excerpt recalls Seattle era hotels run by rough keepers like Bill Law, with tales from 1861. It mentions sawmills at Yealer’s, Dungeness, Port Blakely, Port Discovery and Utalady, and settlers seeking Victoria. A tenderfoot learns how to eat at a beach shack hotel before continuing the story.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt. W. &. Seymore
Yealer’s
Seattle
Dungeness
Port Blakely
Port Discovery
Utaalady
Porta
Victoria
Straits
Bill
Mrs Haycock Admits Drugstore Advice Saved From Operation
Mrs Haycock of Chicago credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing a female trouble and inflammation after four doctors advised surgery. She took 22 bottles, recovered, and urges others to consider the remedy, noting her sisters are using it too. The ad stresses not a guarantee for all cases but praises timely use of the herb medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Adrug
Lydia FE
Pinkham
BE. H. Haydock
St. Lawrence Avenue
Pancil
Lydia Binkham
The Circus Life of Mr. Seal
Mrs. Seal asks for a circus tale from her husband. Mr. Seal recalls his past as a flashy performer, including drum beating and tricks, which he hid from his wife to avoid uproar. He reflects on loneliness and a wish to share stories, then hints at a continuation to come.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris
Peathers
Miss Chester
Marie
Aston Knight
Feathers
Afkines
Mr. Lawless
Silky Seal
Mr. Silky Seal
Mrs. Seal
Mr. Seal
Confessions in the Cellars and a Threatening Witch
In a tense scene the narrator recalls a witchlike laugh as Dr Spence and Daddy Lorimer investigate a hidden chamber. They uncover crates of old war material and hear talk of a fortress filled with machine guns made by Lorimer Chemical Company, stirring danger and personal doubts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Plano
Katherine Miller
Dr. Spence
Daddy Lorimer
Spence
Bpence
Daddy
Lorimer Chemical Company
Rob
Cap Jane
Boldt's Promotes Juicy Steaks in Evening Advertisement
A bold advertisement touts Boldt's juicy steaks, inviting diners to enjoy a savory meal. The note emphasizes quality cuts and a welcoming dining experience at Boldt's, urging patrons to visit for a hearty, satisfying dinner.
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Nthia
Miss Grey
Railway
United States
P.O. Interstate Commerce
Baltimore
Milwaukee
J. Paul
Alma Gluck
MR. P. RC
Alina Gluck
W. 4Th St
New York City
N. Y
Ruby M. Ayres
W. J. Watt & Co
BY Allman
Tom
Helen
Freckles
BY Blosser
Pop
Come Vere A
Gee MY
Powe
Farsday Hotels
David
Mying
Killmy
Alki Point
Beattie
Whisky Flat
Bill Law
Betty
Beau
WEW Record
BY Ahern
the Nut Bros
Ches & Wal
Aten
E. Pinkham
Everett True
Trug
Adventures OF the Twins
Bordens
Boldt's
A. W. Whistler Elliott
Montelius Music Building
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