Plea for Practicability by Rev Howard R Pell
Sermon argues Christianity is a practiced life not mere doctrine. Jesus trained apostles and followers to act on teachings, warning faith without works is dead. Encourages daily acts, improving character, and pushing religious understanding forward beyond old forms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Church
Christ
Farumham
Jesus
Hutt
Ile
School of Practical Religion
St. James
The New Faith and the Old
The piece reflects on forward movement as a spiritual dissolution of superstition, awakening the sense that tradition cannot be fastened to new progress. It posits that true advancement requires letting go of old bonds to embrace change.
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Seader
Moses
Paul
Egypt
Canaan
Alps
Italy
Israel
Exposition of truth and duty in daily life
A collection of aphoristic reflections on honesty, humility, and action. It contrasts duplicity with true diplomacy and warns that comfort in belief does not substitute for practical provision and duty. It questions ease in doctrine versus following the right path and honoring those who labored for one’s refreshment.
Health and Beauty Hints From A Historic Home Remedy
A collection of domestic cures and tips covering skin care burns cold remedies and minor ailments. Advice includes almond meal as a hand deodorant chest breathing for posture olive oil and egg white for burns, rinsing with listerine, egg white for stomach illness, hot water eyes as tonic, pineapple juice for stains, camphor for eyelids, a foxseed pillow for bed sores, alum for cold sores, and witch hazel poultice for muscular pain.
Striking Costume Sketches Show Stylish Gowns
A sketch highlights a brown chiffon gown with a soft satin ribbon girdle and left side bow. The bodice cuts smartly with Irish lace bertha and narrow velvet ribbon accents on the skirt, reflecting current fashion.
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Ian
iMréctoire
Dines
New Women in Turkey and the Political Stage
The piece notes women in Salonica and Monastir engaging in public political life under a constitutional push. It questions the impact on traditional norms and predicts shifts toward suffrage, social reforms, and modern lifestyles echoing Nippon and American trends.
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Turkey
Salonica
Monastir
Circassia
Near East
Nippon
Paris
New Buttonhole Plan Shifts Slanted Openings
Tailors adopt slanted vertical buttonholes in coats and shirts to prevent button loss. The technique threads the button so the lower end of the hole reaches the button, improving security and ease of use.
Anger Shortens Your Life Says Calm Mind Study
The text claims anger and impatience shorten lifespan by a calculable portion. It advises observing the reactionary period to see sadness, sluggish blood, and poor digestion during anger. It frames self awareness as a method to mitigate the health impact.
Fashion notes and remedies in eclectic period prose
A collection of fashion commentary and lifestyle guidance covers temper effects on health, antique jewelry interest, fabrics and trims for dresses, new striped and plaid fabrics from Paris, and styling details for gowns and wraps. It also includes dietary suggestions for thin persons, listing permissible foods and which to avoid.
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Paris
Good Men and Small Graces in Society
The piece discusses how men of principle lack simple courtesies that endear them to women. It notes a critique of self-righteousness and the need for gentler manners. It also gives a knitting tip to strengthen stockings by weaving a silk strand into toes and heels with wool.
Washing Moldy Walls in Pantry Kitchen
Moldy spots appear on plaster in the pantry. Recommend washing thoroughly with a weak chloride solution to clean and remove mildew safely. Follow with thorough drying to prevent regrowth.
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