London Week by Week Reflections and Parade News
A chaotic London page recounts weather chaos and a Guy Fawkes procession with rain soaked crowds. It notes political tensions over an Education Bill, a bishop’s humorous misstep, stokers’ mutiny fallout, and castle-town pomp with Lord Mayor’s procession details and the Marlborough divorce chatter in society columns.
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Guy Fawkes
Jubliant Hove
Boap Trust
Hampsted Heath
Portsmouth
The
Nore
Avery Uitte
Williams Pink Pills Credited With Cure for Child’s Illness
A family recounts seeking a cure for their sick boy Leo, who suffered fits and fevers. They credit Dr William Williams Pink Pills for Pale People, claiming the remedy restored his health and stopped the deterioration after failed treatments.
Strange interruption at House of Commons as apparition drawn
A report recounts a sudden interlude in the House of Commons after Mr. Balfour's speech. An unseen figure appeared from the strangers' gallery, halting deliberations and drawing immediate attention from MPs.
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House of Commons
Balfour
Cured of fits by pale pills in Moonta tale
Mrs M J Waukivell recalls Leo Naneiwell’s illness in Moonta. The child suffered convulsions and loss of weight after Dre tablets failed, then improved after Dr Williams pale pills. She describes choking episodes and life threatening symptoms before recovery.
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Leo
Dr. Williams
M. J. Waukivell
Broken Hill
Drew
Paganini Autograph Story at Pacis Opera House
A garbled tale places Paganini entering the Pacis Opera House to amaze crowds by playing on one string. A taxi ride ends with the cabman demanding francs for fare, insisting a virtuoso must pay. Paganini allegedly offers to perform again for ten francs if first class fare is waived.
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Paganini
Pacis Opera House
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The King and the Baby
Fragmentary tale of royal figures and household life describing a king and duke visiting a nursery. Odd spellings and garbled phrases obscure details but indicate a scene of courtly movement and commentary on a young child.
Woman's Brain Power Debate Reflects Early 20th Century Views
The article surveys beliefs about female intellect and mental capacity, noting claims of stronger memory and moral influence alongside notions of limited reasoning. It discusses older theories on gender differences, education, and the influence of heredity on mind and virtue, with references to scientists and public discourse of the era.
Debt and Justice Delay Tears Through Courtroom Tale
A battered court scene follows Mrs Bridaet Macphaireon as she pushes a stubborn case against Fier Mactavish Lad Sangd. The client seeks relief, while a young lawyer promises two weeks to advance the plea, yet hints the process may last four years, highlighting delays and doubt.
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Hinw Yong
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