Absent minded humor and a barber shop tale
A collage of old anecdotes and sketches features an absentminded man at a train station, a Balham rumor, theatrical audience reactions to Robert Edeson, and a comic barber scene with a stout man paying his bill. The piece ends noting how such jokes drift into Washington during Congress sessions.
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Balham
Tim
Evelina
Jim
Robert Edeson
Mr Edeson
Louie
der Barlor
Washington
Congress
Barber shop dialogue on tips and dignity in a downtown bar
A stout, prosperous man disputes barbershop tipping culture while a barber mid trim listens. The scene pivots on a diamond ring and expectations of gratuities, revealing social tension over tipping and perceived class signals in a Washington Star narrative excerpt.
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Washington Star
SAM HOUSTONS MOTHER Daring Westward Journey For Her Children
The article chronicles Mrs. Sam Houston facing peril in the wilderness to provide for her twelve children. After her husband’s death she sold a Virginia farm and led the family toward Tennessee and the Cherokee frontier, building a cabin and laboring to raise capable sons and daughters as a devoted maternal figure of the early west.
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Sam Houston
Smith
Houston
Tennessee
Women and Courage of History in a Feminine Lens
A discussion of women’s roles through history highlighting figures like Dido Cleopatra Elizabeth Fry and Susan B Anthony. Notes on modern progress from teachers clerks and pioneers in medicine and theater. Ends with reflections on happiness, progress, and supporting one another.
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Levi P. Goodale
Dido
Henry Somerset
Ure Booths
Helli
Cleopatra
Elizabeth Fry
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Susan B. Anthony
Julius’ Gladdis
Where the Trouble Lice
An exchange in the Press features Mr. Old bean and Miss Peppery debating age and perception. The dialogue touches on the idea that age is a matter of feeling versus outward appearance.
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Miss Peppery
Spectacular Catch Question Among Fans
A playful exchange from fans about a spectacular catch raises questions and references to a journey to Europe. The dialog mentions Madge and Mabel in a light, unspecified tone.
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Madge
Mabel
Europe
Linen blouse with side fastenings and center panel
Description of an attractive blouse offered in linen or shanting. Designed to be worn with a three piece suit or a wool coat. Fastens at the left front and features two vertical sections beside the broad center panel.
Foulard Gowns for Summer Wear and Social Reflections
A jumble of observations on fashion and social cues. The piece notes how women teachers receive equal salaries to men in some places, cites Swiss hat rules, and remarks on time wasted in stores. It also recounts Henrietta Ronner's death in Brussels at age 90 and discusses money, honesty, and gender roles in society.
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Switzerland
New York
Henrietta Ronner
Brussels
Mystery utensil puzzle in high society columns
A quirky item appears in a social page inventory described as a cross between landmarks and a kitchen implement. Readers are left unsure whether the object is a fish fork or a fancy can opener, amid a bustle of society names and events.
Paste Making Recipe From Historic Guide
Paste for paper Haaxzing uses sifted wheat or dark rye flour mixed with cold water to form a stiff paste. Stir in pulverized alum, add six quarts boiling water, heat until smooth, and boil briefly if separated. To prevent souring, add 30 drops of carbolic acid and store overnight if needed.
Proper etiquette for wedding gifts and notes
The guide advises packing gifts in a plain white box or an appropriate box, and suggests a tactful person include a friendly note with a small silver trinket. The note helps the recipient identify the sender and clarifies who sent the article.
Soothing baby colic with hot water and camphor advice
The text advises using warm not hot water sips for colic relief instead of syrups and old remedies. It warns ensure water is fresh and not scalding. It notes camphor fumescence as a deodoriser with a hot poker to camphor.
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Chile
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Nious Skate
Dewn
America
Virginia
Helen of Troy
Haelgarthae
Almog
Miwatrriges
France
Herlin
Ceyeus Bureau
Wasah
Ingoon
Clara M
Core
Denver
Womamn
Atate
Pueblo
Elizabeth Marbury
Sailou
Colorado
Wyoming
Utah
Mr. Oldbean
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