Two Gilded Choices in a Society Shape Story
A narrative contrasts Madeline Force and Julia French two 18 year old heiresses torn between a gilded marriage to John Astor and a simple life with a man her own age. The piece also notes the Maine explosion victim Lieut Merritt and a somber naval funeral as class lines loom large in American life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madeline Force
Julia French
Madeline
John Son Astor
Jack Geraghty
Andra
Julia
Lieut. Merritt
Maine
North Carolina
Stimson
Trust and freedom in prison faith shaping human souls
A reflective piece argues trust can heal more than punishment. It cites a Colorado warden releasing cattle handlers to guide and return cattle after ten days, asserting belief in prisoners sparks dignity. It also contrasts Jules Verne with Andre Jeger touring the world on schedule toward Vancouver, framing effort and perseverance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Colorado Mountains
Jules Verne
Andre Jeger
Andre
Vancouver
Verne
Observations on public life and figures in a noisy column
A collage of remarks about AAD Strauss, John Jacob Astor inquiries to a justice of the peace, California state fair antics, missing personas, and Cynthia Grey letters. Mentions Donald Strathcona retirement at 91 and Canada’s master builders, plus Rockefeller in Tacoma and debates over gas prices and agitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rae
John Jacob Astor
Strathcona
Donald
Canada
WM. Rockefeller
Tacoma
John
Believe in Marriage and the True Home, Garvin
Rev. Joseph L. Garvin argues for stable, honest marriage as the foundation of a worthwhile Seattle society. He condemns trial marriages, urges commitment, and notes President McKinley’s influence on home life, urging readers to uphold pure, lasting unions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riage
Seattle
McKinley
Jacob
Minda
Hostess Seeks Ways to Liven First Reception
A novice hostess laments a dull reception and asks for practical tips to spark conversation among guests. She considers inviting someone to help stimulate dialogue and reduce awkward silences.
Why Not Smile Awhile In The Picture Show
A reader complains about a frequent seat-kicker behind them at a movie theater. The note calls the behavior annoying and asks for better manners during showtime. The message is concise and uses a direct, informal tone.
Barrister Removes to Street After Lecture
In Louisville a barrister escorted his wife and daughter to a lecture and then disappeared, causing his wife annoyance. He reappeared later on the street car where a friend greeted him. The lawyer joked about simply being out for a stroll after the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louieville
Theodore
Success Magasine
A Dangerous Craft and a Summer Resort Price
A fragment reports Sire De Wealth's houseboat party broken up after all the girls eloped with the young men. The pair discuss waves and weather, noting talk is cheap and continuing with Metening.
The Boss and the Cake of Ice on Eliza Walks
A provocative office anecdote from Succesa Magazine describes a brusque boss nicknamed Mr Legree by a timid stenographer. The nickname sticks, prompting the girl to flee while the new stenographer and a fresh salesman witness shifts in power. The boss, now humbled, assigns himself the role of the cake of ice on Eliza walks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Legree
Legree
Eliza Walke
Succesa Magazine
Where He Wanted to Go and Other Small Talk Jabs
A Savannah Morning News excerpt shows a country man at a union station asking about a train and a rail worker. It then shifts to suburban quips about lending lawn tools and grass seed. The brief jokes contrast manners with everyday neighborhood interactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Station
Blattner
Mr. Blattner
de Street
Savannah Morning News
Hamlet Talk Tragedy Sparks Quiet Exchange
In a brief Washington Herald note a native remarks on seeing Hamlet, Yorick Ham admits the play is a tragedy, with a wry exchange about the nature of tragedy. The line suggests a reflective, lighthearted tone within a literary moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorick Ham
Washington Herald
Man’s menu rift tests at dinner time
A strong jawed woman complains her husband is never satisfied with meals. A friend suggests she discover his true preferences and tailor the menus, but she laments that every dish he proposes is unappealing to her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lst
Udg
Fragmented 1900s Humorous Bits From The News
A sampler of eclectic items from the era mentions a Russian prince at Newport, Plymouth Rock, Cervantes’ death by hunger, a 74 year old angler, and a New York policeman amid a football crowd. Also notes quirks from London, Caney weddings, snuff in Parliament, and Treasury lockers too small for new style bats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Department
Washington
Dawn of Woman's Power Foretold in India Prophecy
Los Angeles August 12 An American woman born on the Western plains and after years in India has begun a pilgrimage to spread a 28000 year old message. Miss Willimina L Armstrong says the first Krishna prophesied a golden age when women stand equal to men. She found the record in Simataya mountains and kept it until now she believes the time is right. The influence of suffrage is not specified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Fr. Gace
Richmond
Philadelphia
Los Angeles
Western Plains
India
Raye
Willimina L. Armstrong
Mise Armstrong
Simataya
Hether
Miss Armstrong
State Dental War Promises Low Prices and Care
A local dental ad touts affordable high quality work and vows to compete with a perceived expensive combine. Dr. Brown urges patients to visit offices on First Avenue and Union Block and offers home visits for crippled residents with free consultation. Names of prominent residents and a list of supporters are included.
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Dental Combine
Om Rease
Pest
First Avenue
Combine
Ime
Viret Avenue
Tia Pient Avenue
Union Block
L. W
N. L. Brown
East Columbia
K. Bannerck
West
A. Tribolet
Renton
Wash
M. Hosker
Federal
Everett
Charile Studt
Ella Waters
Atlantic St
A. Seward
Orchard
Brighton Beach
James Clark
Taylor's
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Cynthia
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Westlake
Tenn
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Kas
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Upton Sinclair
Kentucky
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Harris
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N. Y
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Bayladale
Uncle Jack
Lenore Schoenhelt
Oso, Wash
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8Th St
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Star Circle
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Ethel M Smith Caret Patt
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J. W. Edmunds
Lucille Richter
Chehalis Av
Centralia
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Lottie
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Magic 8
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K Dyer
OUP
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ATT Traction Co
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