The Salvation of Faith by Henry F. Cope
The essay argues faith must be proven by deeds not creed alone. It condemns superficial salvation by belief, praises active virtue, and urges heroic, consistent action for justice. It cites Jesus, Daniel, and the need for courage to uphold truth against social decay.
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Henry F. Cope
James
Mace
Gare
Eith
Eis
Jesus
Man of Nazareth
Dom
Daniel
Lesson on Heroism by Rev. Edgar T Van Horn
Daniel stands prominent among Bible history figures and his life has inspired many men in life’s crises. The article presents a devotional reflection on Daniel choosing not to defile himself with the king's food and wine.
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Edgar T. van Horn
Daniel
Abide With Me Hymn and Its Author Henry Lyte
A compact note on Henry Francis Lyte, born 1793, dying 1847 in Nice, author of the hymn Abide with Me. It recalls his illness and near final communion at Brixham, and how the hymn arose from those experiences. The piece notes the hymn's enduring popularity in churches and ships of English-speaking nations.
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Henry Francis Lyte
Kelso
Nice
France
Brixham
Syme
Heart's Desire and Women’s Role in 20th Century Thoughts
A reflective passage contrasts a quest for heart's desire with evolving views on women's roles. It cites Julia C. Dorr on love, faith, and the modern woman, then notes shifts in gender relations, liberty in dress, and household power, ending with fashion details of a walking hat and white mull stock.
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Peyer
New Embroidered Collar Finishes Dutch Neck Blouses
The passage describes new blouses with neck cuts named Dutch necks styled about an inch below the stock edge. Stocks and yokes vary in material from lace to silk, with white or delicately colored linen embroidery. The embroidered collar sits atop the Dutch neck opening, offering a refined finish for dark shirtwaists.
Fashion trends: close fitting styles and long coats return
The notice highlights continuing close fitting attire and elaborately long coats for younger women. It notes faded red shades in coat suits, striped suiting in fashion, and the enduring reigning toque with renewed interest in some fancy footwear.
Autumn fashion notes and health warnings from Agricultural Epitomist
The article discusses autumn draperies with vivid floral and bird motifs and gowns finished with mousseline and gauze ruching. It notes wine and maroon shades as stylish, violet and plum as modish but less so than before. It also quotes the Agricultural Epitomist on eating, urging sparing consumption for health.
Sporting spirit in golf from American ladies
A Lady's Pictorial remark praises American women for graciousness after defeat in golf. The piece notes that American men may be fierce competitors yet American ladies are equally formidable and sportingly gracious. It highlights a Welsh opponent’s loss and the winning woman's cheerful response.
Sit Down When You Can In A Household Task
A rustic saying argues for sitting to ease chores and prolong vitality. The piece suggests comfortable chairs ease most tasks, noting only sweeping scrubbing and bedmaking require standing. It reflects practical wisdom for weary housekeepers to adopt sitting whenever possible.
The Fasting Cure and Its Claimed Benefits
An old promotional piece argues fasting cleanses the system, restoring health when animals or humans feel ill. It asserts that refusing food during illness helps clear accumulations and restore balance, framing fasting as a fashionable remedy.
Renovating Hair Styles and Carpet Dyes
The article notes hair fashion requires time and care with new styles using a wire frame and wrapped hair, featuring a puffy fringe and a back knot, plus ribbons or bands for health. It also explains dyeing faded carpet designs with diluted dyes and careful brushwork to avoid color bleed, yielding surprising results.
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Irity Stumanary
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