Desperate desk note leads to blackmail and theft mystery
A man buys an antique desk hides a note demanding the balance of a property be sent, prompting detective Evans Hunt to trace the writer. They confront an Italian dealer Vechi, recover securities valued around 350000 to 400000, secure indemnity against prosecution, and vow secrecy. The Driscoll family regains most assets though about 5000 cash remains unaccounted for.
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Sit Straight: Strengthen Weak Backs Not Through Nagging
The article argues that frequent scolding fails to correct slouched posture. It blames weak muscles for poor support and recommends proper exercise to strengthen muscles and improve overall nutrition including lungs heart and intestines. The aim is a lasting upright posture.
Don't Nag Trains Child Toward Ownership And Neatness
A mother warns against over nicety and fussiness in child rearing. The piece argues children balance democracy and discipline, cautioning that insisting on cleanliness can spoil happiness. It notes concern for personal property and avoids shaming a child for dirt.
How to Make a Mustard Plaster Without Blistering
A trained nurse offers directions for a mustard plaster. For mustard stronger than ordinary, mix one part mustard to four parts flour. If mild, use a ratio of one part mustard to ball and balf. Ordinary strength uses about three parts flour to one mustard, moistened with the white of an egg and spread between two thin cotton cloths.
Fragmentary Textile Note From Deveking Era
A partial OCR snippet mentions sewing coarse string and finishing edges of a garment. The text references Joop and Deveking but lacks clear context, dates, or additional details to identify a full event or person.
Midday Nap Advice for Young Children
A midday sleep is beneficial for small children and can continue until age five, especially if the baby rests outdoors in a perambulator unless the weather is very cold.
Plain Fare for Children Diet Advice from Past Column
A moralizing note urges serving plain foods to children and avoiding seasoned dishes or rich cakes. It recommends simple meals, including hot milk and a biscuit, or something digestible before bed to aid digestion.
Child illness remedy from sun exposure warning tale
A dated instruction advises resting the child in a cool dark place with the head elevated on a pillow after too much sun. It prescribes applying ice to the head if possible or bathing with cold water, loosening clothing, and giving no stimulants.
The Shy Child Encouragement Advice
Guidance urges patience with shy children to ease nervousness in social and study settings. Emphasizes avoiding scolding in front of others and using supportive, gentle encouragement to build confidence.
Insect Bites Relief Advised by Ammonia Application
A brief note advises applying a drop or two of strong ammonia or a strong solution of washing powder to the affected area to alleviate pain from insect stings.
How to Select Vines for a House Clad with Greenery
The article advises studying vine characteristics before planting to avoid overgrowth that hides the house. One well trained vine on the wall yields beauty, while careless rambling creates a thicket. Choose varieties that display their foliage without climbing uncontrollably toward the roof.
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New Idea Woman's Magazine
Vine Support Tips For House Planted Grape Vines
The text recommends using a large stout wire extending from the ground to the cornice or other direction to support a plant that has embedded itself deeply. It describes how to train the vine to grow along the desired path.
How to Make a Hotbed for Early Garden Seed
Instructions describe building a warm bed from fresh manure, soil cover, and a glass top. After initial heat, sow lettuce every ten days and raise the glass for airflow. The bed aids early crops like beets broccoli cabbage family and tomatoes. monitor air and soil temperatures with two thermometers.
How to Make Peanut Butter Sandwich
Steps describe spreading ordinary butter on bread then a thin layer of peanut butter to reduce sticking. The method calls for stirring peanut butter to mix oil and paste and notes cheaper peanut batter options.
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