Woman Governs Check Workers in Fraud Tales of the Day
A long narrative warns of check swindlers posing as ministers and marriage clerks and autograph hunters who forge checks within legal paper tricks. It contrasts female susceptibility with moral agency, urging women to control their own fate and avoid dangerous liaisons and schemes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elopers
Algo Lin
At & Bank
Wasiington
Wommn
Sue
Eli Wheeler
Wilcox
Ear Rings Through Time A Global Earrings Tale
A long excerpt discusses the history and customs of ear ornaments from ancient times to modern days. It cites Jewish and Islamic legends, notes artwork showing a man with earrings, mentions Spanish beliefs about earrings guarding health, and describes ear piercing as practiced in China to ward off evil spirits. The piece weaves folklore with medical and cultural notions across regions.
Polygamy in Congoland and Central African customs
The New York World notes polygamy persists in Congoland, with many wives common where men can afford them. It cites native views against change, and describes burial rites where women may be devoured by hyenas and vultures. The piece contrasts average wives for common people with higher counts for chiefs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gamy
Congoland
New York World
Choosing a Durable Dress Skirt for Changing Styles
Guidance for selecting practical skirts amid shifting fashions. Advises avoiding fleeting trends, favoring a nine or eleven gore weave in sturdy material, plus a tailored or cloth skirt. Warns against circular and habit back styles, suggests button trims, bias folds, and empire or flounced designs as adaptable options for weddings and daily wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empire
Ekirt
Akirt
Lavieh
Mile
Stattyn
Starsight Distance Yields Wins in Zu- Iiinad
In Zu- Iiinad witnesses note that objects may be won by starsight at a distance of seven walle, with observers marking clear atmospheric clues. The report focuses on these celestial cues and potential outcomes for observers.
Noisy Claim to Friendship Among Some Men
A fragment suggests that certain men are not valued by others and that some avoid or dismiss attempts at forming friendships. The text hints at social awkwardness or snobbery influencing personal relationships.
Beauty in the Garden by Hilo G Grundy Fitness Tips
An article promotes garden based beauty routines by Hilo G Grundy a bog webwoman encouraging women to exercise ten minutes daily using a garden roller and light workouts to improve posture and tone. It also highlights Naviro’s Cosmetics with fresh air sun and rain as essential to beauty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hilo G. Grundy
Naviro
New York
Baby clothing from grandmother’s era to modern simple styles
A guide to baby wardrobe construction and materials from casual everyday wear to elaborate outfits. It covers fabric choices, washing and shrinking, and step by step instructions for dresses, rompers, sacks, capes, and coats. It emphasizes affordable, soft fabrics, practical sewing by hand, and avoiding starch or harsh finishes.
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Mikelig
Mart
Eprinkind
Tongeloth
India
Old Floors May Be Refinished With Little Work and Expense
The article explains steps to restore wood floors including cleaning, filling cracks with putty, diluting varnish with turpentine, and waxing after preparation. It covers methods for both hard and soft woods, recommends sawdust paste for crack repair, and suggests daily brushing to keep floors clean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dn Saenivhs
The Club Life and Mothers Duty Reflections
A fragmented reminiscence discusses club life aimed at non interference with home duties. It weighs social gossip against maternal responsibilities and the impact of childcare on a mother's presence at meetings. The piece questions whether a dedicated mother can balance public life with family obligations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Club Ufe
Thal & Wenn
Duthea
Dad
Ynggb
Cleaning Fancy Accessories with Gasoline Methods
A Philadelphia Prev article explains amateur home cleaning using gasoline for gloves blouses and chiffon fans The method warns of fire danger and recommends minimizing quantities storing the spirit safely The piece details glove cleaning steps blouse treatment and chiffon fan care with practical cautions and steps
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Hotewater
Pad Embroidery Methods Unearth Simple Chain Stitch Help
A historical note explains padding embroidery designs with a simple fast chain stitch. The thin stitch is formed by looping thread behind the needle with each attachment, yielding a netlike fill that eases padding for floral centerpieces and delicate fabrics.
Improving the Eyebrows A Practical Care Guide
The article explains shaping eyebrows by pulling stray hairs with tweezers, rubbing cold cream to soothe irritation, and training hair with fingers after washing. Regular brushing and careful styling create a fine arch, directing hairs upward then toward the eyes for a handsome, well groomed look.
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Grattera
Thane
Castor
Conalne
Dro Leeytan
Ness Jean Anilobs
Fac Bulle Signature
Castoria
Armenion
Kald & Prontt
Sarah
Hague
Abraham
Hagar
Aaron
Surkeuna
Atlantic City
New Cape May
Ocean
Patnsylvania
Ankers
A.W. Chase
Wockeu
Haberman Hardware CO
A. T. Leffler
the Club Life
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