Girl kills self to rebuke suitor in cafe drama
In Vienna a woman Berthe von Linsen shot herself in a crowded cafe after finding her fiance with another woman. The note quoted her death as rebuke. In Portland a nine year old Sarah G. Rockwood and 67 year old Robert T. Watson died in auto accidents over the past two days.
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Self
Vienna
Milo
Berthe von Linsen
Portland
Sarah G. Rockwood
Robert T. Watson
Fastest Reader Edward Meagher Claims Speed Record
Edward Meagher of Los Angeles says he is the world’s fastest reader. He read Ben Hur recently and wrote a synopsis for the movie in 10 hours.
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Edward Meagher
Los Angeles
Santa Visits All Hospitals Christmas Cheer In Seattle
The story describes a festive Christmas across Seattle institutions with a 35 foot tree by the Elks, gifts delivered to sick children at the Children's Orthopedic Hospital and Providence Hospital carols sung by nuns. Santa, volunteers, and local groups distributed toys, candy, food, and clothing to hundreds of kids. A New York Navy charity program hosted 300 youngsters from Seattle and Bremerton aboard a war vessel.
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O. F. Hart
Providence Hospital
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Elka
Knights of Columbus
Young Ladies’ Institute
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The
Elks
King Dykeman
Seattle
Elks’ Temple
Beattie Elks
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Santa Clara
Bremerton
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American women gain new roles abroad in politics
The piece notes criticism of American women for neglecting suffrage rights after the last election yet highlights their rising prominence overseas. It mentions Lady Ancaster, formerly Eloise Breese of New York, being named an English justice of the peace, with her husband also holding a high official position.
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England
Lady Ancaster
Eloise Breese
New York
Winter Mischief in Whispering Forest by Frost and Wind
Snowy and cold scenes sweep Whispering Forest Bright Meadow Old Orchard and Ripple Creek as Jack Frost and Old North Wind rampage during Christmas time. Weather man Mr. Sprinkle Blow takes a winter vacation letting the seasons run wild. Santa and children receive snow while many animals are overlooked.
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Old Orchard
Ripple Creek
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Dusty Coat and the magical dust bag adventure
Dusty Coat carries a small bag whose dusty contents never run dry as Nancy and Nick shrink themselves with magical shoes. They plan to help Dusty Coat while the bag remains plump and full, similar to Ben Bunny and Wally Woodchuck imagery.
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Nick
Althe
Ben Bunny
Wally Woodchuck
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