Plain Beauty and Charm in Wives and Husbands
A 1905 essay argues charm outshines beauty in marriage. It notes homely women can attract handsome husbands through kindness, self denial, and a gracious personality. It asserts plain women may gain beauty with age if they cultivate mind and character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret E. Sangster
Joseph B. Bowes
Sally X
Sophy B
Sally
Sophy
Repis
Louise
Molly
Jess
Federation of
Clubs
Oldest Odd Fellow A M Simpson Dies At 95 In Staunton
The late A M Simpson died during the winter in Staunton Virginia at age 95. Stories tell of his NY theater cabin hat incident when a woman wore a two foot hat and he quietly requested hat removal, prompting a chorus of Hats off from the audience. He recalled the event as an amusing example of his experiences.
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A M Simpson
Staunton Va
Odd Fellows
Lynchburg
Los Angeles Times
Mr Simpson
Ofie
New York
Metropolis
Modest trousseau for Polly the summer bride in 1905
Polly prepares for marriage in a modest trousseau advising practical choices over lavish outlays. The piece outlines gown options from white muslin to going away outfits, basic undergarments, linens, and the value of self help in running a new home, with emphasis on economy and personal care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret FE Sangster
Joseph RB Bowles
Polly
John
Trousseau
Blan
HANDKERCHIEF BORDER DESIGN DETAILS
Describes half border of a handkerchief showing Brussels net foundation with muslin and Honiton braids. Notes neat sewing with cotton No 100 and lace stitches with thread No 70. Lists materials: net square, 1% yard Honiton braid, 4 yards point braid, 2 yards part edge, 2 skeins Nos 100 and 70.
Rice Industry of the South and Foreign Markets
The Times-Democrat notes 1904 restrictions on rice imports and favorable export figures. It cites 178,606 pounds imported and 9,140,400 exported, with export gains expected as foreign markets open. Louisiana and Texas rice growers hope shipments abroad will stabilize prices and reduce home market dependence.
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United States
Louisiana
Texas
Times-Democrat
Hewitt Street Railroad Suit Sparks Curious Trial Tale
A court session heard a girl claim injury from Hewitt Street Railroad Company. She appeared on crutches during trial but discarded them after a verdict favorable to the railroad, prompting questions about the case and the impact on her recovery.
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Hewitt
How It Started Wyld And Was It Simply The Fact
A curious dispute unravels over a lunch with a writer's typewriter. The tension centers on Dyer and a mother-in-law who witnessed the scene as townsfolk discuss the incident.
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Dyer
Rye
Once on a Time Phrase In Philadelphia Press Fragment
A brief archival line notes a quoted exchange about appearance, mentioning Tess Jess and a remark about someone being pretty once, attributed to the Philadelphia Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tess
Jess
Philadelphia Press
Advice on avoiding stiffness and maintaining suppleness
Guidance urges exercise and light movement to prevent stiffness from housework. If pain occurs, rub the joints, use a flesh brush, and apply alcohol to the hands to stimulate circulation before sleeping, aiming for a restful mood and natural sleep.
A Cure for Colds
A Woman's Home Companion reader describes a home remedy claimed to cure colds and prevent bronchitis. The method involves inhaling fumes from six drops of chloroform applied to alcohol-saturated cotton batting, held to the mouth to inflate the lungs.
Exercise for Weak Ankles on the Beach
A simple ankle training method uses a heavy book slid by the foot without bending the leg. The exercise promises stronger ankles and a better chance to win a race on sand, even for a girl in stocking feet before the criticising crowd.
Reform Edict Abolishes Public Slicing Death Punishment
Wu Ting-fang, former Chinese minister to the United States, has secured reforms in China. An imperial edict ends slicing to death and replaces it with decapitation, while abolishing public exposure of bodies, strangulation, and branding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wu Ting-fang
United States
China
Almond Paste Cold Cream For Chapped Skin
A home remedy suggests applying a paste of almond meal and oil to dry red or chapped skin. If irritation remains, avoid creams and use the almond paste first.
In High Favor Black Velvet Cuffs and White Linen Coats
Fashion note highlights smart white linen coats trimmed with black velvet cuffs and collars. The contrast emphasizes refined style, with velvet detailing marking a dressy look for the season.
Words of Brass Brassy Arks Highlight Chicago Daily News
A brief caption notes brassy wordplay and ark imagery featured in the Chicago Daily News. The snippet emphasizes brassy tones and possibly a cartoon or column element.
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Chicago Daily News
A Lesson in Manual Training for Wood Planes and Tools
A 1901 instructional piece by James Ritchey from Armour Institute outlines essential hand tools for woodwork. It details No 5 jack plane No 7 jointer No 4 smooth plane No 17 block plane spoke shaves cabinet files chisels gauges and the use of a try square for planing layout and accuracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Ritchey
Armour Institute of Technology
Chicago
Joseph B Bowles
Woodworking Tools and Finishing Techniques Explained
The article describes cabinet wood rasps and their proper use for wood only, not metal. It explains finishing a curved edge with sandpaper, proper filing motions, and the need for specific bench tools like a 6 to 12 inch try square. It covers marking gauges, spur tips, bevel gauges, and safe handling for true straight lines and angled edges.
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Ian
Modern Studio of Crime Reveals Hidden Studio Doppelganger
A writer discovers a secret room duplicating his own studio with identical equipment and aging methods. In a desk, he finds two plates—one for a $1,000 bill and one for a $100 bill—hinting at a counterfeit operation run by a stealthy rival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lght
Fowler
Population figures in the Russian Empire towns
Not heavily populated. Only three cities exceed half a million: St. Petersburg 1,267,000, Moscow 988,600, Warsaw 614,800. Odessa follows with 402,000. Thirty five towns range 50,000 to 100,000 and eighty two towns host 10,000 to 50,000 inhabitants.
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Russian Empire
St. Petersburg
Moscow
Warsaw
Odessa
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