Perilous Gamble Turns on a Telegraphed Promise
Percy Grosscup, a handsome department head, seizes a telegram promising a five thousand dollar payoff to seal a bargain with a bungalow and furniture for Millicent Beauchamp. The plan collapses when the chief reveals the message to be an internal code ordering his dismissal. Percy, humiliated, vows to prove himself and marry Millicent despite the setback.
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Keyless Electric Lock Described by Chicago Electrician
A Chicago electrician reveals a door entry device that uses a vertical wire, a brass plate, and a battery and electric lock. By knocking on the panel the wire vibrates and completes the circuit, triggering the lock to open without a traditional key.
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Imaginative Wealth Convicts Man in Edinburgh Case
A man formerly in the Royal Scots was convicted in Edinburgh for imaginary wealth. He claimed residence at Cranston house Braemar and left a will bequeathing 25000 to a lady and 5000 to the Sick Children's hospital Aberdeen, but no Cranston house exists and his wealth amounted to about 11 cents.
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That Professor Again
A playful dialogue fragment shows a maid announcing a week's trip return and the professor planning a kiss reminder. The scene hints at a light domestic comedy with flirtatious undertones.
Lace and Latin Dinner Gown Makes Bold Fall Statement
The article describes a black and white dinner gown with allover lace, black satin bodice and tunic, white satin underskirt, and a long satin girdle with tassels. A lace sleeves silhouette contrasts the straight-line trend, with a black satin poppy accent and georgette hints at an optional underbodice. The gown suits many figures and exudes dignified brilliance.
Simple Elegant Afternoon Gown Highlights Wartime Style
An article describes a blue georgette afternoon gown over satin with a tunic skirt and restrained trim. Ingenuity in simple detailing replaces lavish embroidery, focusing on tasteful sobriety and durable appeal suitable for wartime fashion.
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Passing of the cripple and renewal after war
An editorial contends that postwar healing will reshape disability into useful capability. It praises French surgeons and mechanized limbs as empowering maimed veterans to reclaim independence, and foresees a future where cripples are a thing of the past through work and dignity.
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France
One Thought One Prayer for The Star Spangled Banner
An urging essay questions if Americans truly reflect on the flag while the anthem plays. It contrasts public behavior with inner devotion and calls for a unified five minute prayer for victory as soldiers face the foe abroad.
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On American Tolerance of the Vigilantes
A fiery editorial attacks laxity and hypocrisy asserting intolerance toward Treachery and urging stern action. It condemns Kultur's apostles and the blasphemous Beast, blaming them for slander and to incite moral punishment while condemning the harm done to innocents.
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Service Early Inspires Family to Welcome First Brother
In a lighthearted moment, Eleanor reacts to news of a baby brother joining three sisters. She quips that the family must now buy a service flung, reflecting playful excitement at the arrival.
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