The Patsea Chest Mystery Ends in a Proposal
A nameless narrator narrates a tale of Erasmus Whitehead’s hidden chest with a secret drawer and a $2500 note hoard. The chest leads to Jan Whitehead and Mrs. Pelham, a backstreet buyer, and a theft that ends with a courtship turn. Jacob Sidney, the buyer, leaves a $2500 legacy to Jan. The narrator confesses love and proposes, and Jan finally answers with a silent yet sweet kiss.
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Erasmus Whitehead
Eccentrc
Ms. Pelham’s
Maronetta Terrace
Chelsea
Patsea Chast
Sydney
Jacob
Mrs. Pelham
Jan
Mr. Oakley
Fan Whitehead
John King
King
Java
Iit
Jacob Sidney
New Turban Hat of Chiffon and Silk Roses by Julia Bottomley
A fan of pale pink and rose chiffon and silk roses forms an exquisite hat with a pointed front turban and a wire frame edged in deep rose satin. The small head-fitting design features rose-filled top and sides, a satin-bordered face outline, and a back bow, suitable for year round wear. Another model presents a hemp crown with a large rose-filled underbrim, lace ruche, and a midsummer style intended for summer weather.
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Julia Bottomley
Cork Leg Held Hidden Wealth Found After Death
Samuel Ridenbaugh a Brunswick restaurant keeper kept his savings in a cork leg. After his death surgeons found 1100 in bank notes gold and silver inside the leg. The funds had been deposited in the People's bank of Brunswick under his name.
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Samuel Ridenbaugh
Brunswick
Ridenbaugh
Frederick City Hospital
People’s Bank of Brunswick
Japanese Horseshoes From Rice Straw In Japan
The Japanese approach horseshoes using braided rice straw instead of iron. The straw shoes are tight and firm, sized like a horse hoof and about half an inch thick, costing about a halfpenny.
Dress for a Girl from a Magyar Inspired Sumptuous Gown
A pretty pale blue dress in cotton foulard with matching silk yoke and bodice, soft silk trim, suede belt, and turn-up cuffs. The design features a white straw hat with a blue feather. Materials listed include 2 1/2 yards of 40 inch fabric and 1/2 yard of 22 inch silk.
Corded Weaves Predicted Popular This Autumn
It is said on good authority that corded weaves will be popular in the autumn. These new ribbed fabrics will include material 50 light in weight suitable for dress.
Present for Engaged Girl Apron Gift Ideas
An engaged girl should receive a practical attractive apron for housework. Studio aprons with wrist-length sleeves are recommended and patterns should be modest. Suggest pink gingham or black and white stripe with embroidered or cross stitch trim and pearl buttons for a polished look.
Two New Ideas For Fashions In The Latest Realm
The article notes fashion trends including brown fur bands edging gowns with transparent nets and chiffon. It highlights French drag race influences at Auteuil and mentions a maline scarf draped over the gown. It also advertises a waterproof marine garment designed to resist dampness and unexpected showers.
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Auteuil
Maline
National Dairy Show 1912 Chicago Exposition Planned
The National Dairy Show reports progress for the 1912 Chicago event to run October 24 to November 2. It promises judges of repute, government exhibits, premium lists for dairy products, and live demonstrations by Borden Milk Blue Valley Creamery and Consumers Company.
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All Things Dairy
National Dairy Show
Chicago
Borden Milk
Blue Valley Creamery
Consumers Company
Universal Cement Company
Despondent Women Report Pinkham Remedies Benefit
Mrs Mary Halstead of Platea Pennsylvania reports crying spells and nervousness eased by Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and recommends it to other women. Mrs Amelia Dahnl of Walcott Dakota describes side pain and blue mood improving with the same remedy. Letters are answered confidentially by women at Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Walcott
N. Dakota
Amelia Dahnl
Walcott, MN
Dakota
Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Mass
Therapion
Saffe
le Clerc
Kougera Co
Beekman St
New York
Panama Canal to Run on Electric Power
The Panama canal will be operated almost entirely by electricity with about seven percent of the minimum water supply diverted to hydro electric development. The plant near the Gatun spillway will have a capacity of 6000 kilowatts and an average hydraulic head of about 75 feet.
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Panama Canal
Gatun Spillway
Not With Him
In a courtroom style exchange Mrs Casey suspects a cat has been let out by Mr Casey who retorts and challenges her to get up herself Mack questions Skinly's conscience while Jack suggests an alibi under the judge's prompting.
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Jan
Mack
Jack
Cures and Teething Remedies Advertised in Narrow Text
An old paper ad lists Cole's Carbolisalve claiming itching relief and pain cure with 25 and 50 cent prices. It markets Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, noting gum softening and wind colic relief. Also references marriage and social shedding with moral commentary.
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Cole
Lars. Winslow
Red Cross Ball Blue Claims Superior Bleaching Power
Catalog blurb extols Red'Cross Ball Blue as the best bleaching agent in the world, praising its blue stain and cleaning strength for laundry use.
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Orld
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A. G. Greenwood
Point Biznick
Marjorie Benton Cooke
Realnolermical Co
Baltimore
Carter
Western
Union E. Ww
Adami
Qt & PS
West 48Th St
New York City
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