The Maitland burglary ruse and jewel theft
Dan Maitland falls into a trap set by the burglar Anisty after a coded visit from detective Mr. Snaith. Maitland’s jewels are taken by a young woman as a deception while Anisty stages a break in and Maitland is knocked unconscious. The thief dons Maitland’s disguise to flee with the loot, leaving Maitland trapped but alive, awaiting the next move.
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Dan Maitland
New York
O'Hagan
Dan
Maitland
Bannerman
Greenfields
Ingray
Snaith
Yesser
Police Headquarters
Mr. Snaith
Tam
Anisty
Maitland Manor
Higgins
Mr. Maltand
Maitt
Mr. Maitland
Snaitti
Aor
Maltland
Smaith
Gorry
Aed
Ivan
Aggailant
Daniel Maitland
Cressy
Noor
Taitland
Air Exchange
Viasor
Anlaty
Costly Necklaces and the Countoss Henckel's Claim
A London and Paris society figure known as Countoss Henckel owns the world’s costliest necklace, valued at about 260000 dollars. The piece is a triple necklace. one part once belonged to the former queen of Naples, another to a Spanish grande, and the third to Empress Eugenie. A separate necklace of 412 pearls from the late Duchess of Montrose recently sold for 60000 dollars.
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Countoss Henckel
London
Paris
Naples
Eugenis
Montrose
Frederick, Ny
Fashionable buttons and soutache gowns captivate Paris
A fashion piece extols button variety from flat to square and silk covered options. It describes striking gowns including a straight princess style in red-rose silk, a tobacco-brown braiding gown, and a blue satin damask ensemble with extensive soutache work and black satin rosettes, highlighting costly handwork.
Arranging the Flower Hat Styles and Blooms
A clever girl designs flower hats with white silk wire frames covered in white material and massed blossoms. Brim edges use shirred net or pale satin to match blooms. Black velvet accents and jet ball pins add contrast. Themes mention geraniums violets wisteria and primroses as summer wear accents.
Long Lisle Stockings Promote Stocking Fashion This Season
The article notes lisle stockings extended to extra length with a three inch turned-down depth to resist tearing from hose supporters. It highlights silk and male hose in taupe to bronze shades plus colors matching dress silks such as wistaria and reseda. Thinner plain stockings are stylish while lace and openwork hose appear in numerous patterns with many large ankle designs.
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Lisle
Three Piece Salt Mystery in Odd Prose
Fragmentary note discusses a supposed three piece salt and a predicted season mix. It mentions spring and summer yet offers unclear definitions. The text references a two piece salt and fashion details like garments, skirts, coats, and blouses in archaic wording.
White Serge Dominates Summer Frock Fashion This Season
A survey of white serge fabrics for summer outfits highlights its continued popularity. Soft serges lead the trend with coats and skirts, while French makers introduce white whipcord like models and Bedford cord effects. Diagonal serge fades from freshness to finer weaves offering a softer, dust-shedding finish.
Dress Accessories and Coats Described in Vintage Ad
A fragment describes black and white items with braid embroidery and worn cuffs on coats. It notes smart styling with shepherd plaids and sleeve detailing, reflecting a period fashion blurb.
Ink stain remedy from old guide misreads
Fragmentary text shows a dubious stain removal tip for ink on white fabric. It mentions dipping in buttermilk and sweating strangely, but the meaning is unclear and garbled. The passage references a woman and repeated signs of spots without a coherent instruction.
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