Politeness versus bluntness in a bank office
A Bill Clerk and Cashier spar over civility during routine duties. The Cashier advocates urbanity and courtesy as tools for success while the Clerk resists, leading to sharp exchanges about manners and professional conduct.
Novel garden flower from South America
A South American garden novelty inspires spring planting as seed stores stock new blooms. The piece highlights a premium marguerite variety from Africa, reaching fifteen inches high with two and a half inch orange-gold blossoms, ideal for cutting and appealing to amateur gardeners.
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South Africa
Ink stain removal by match head rubbing urged
The article explains ink stains on fingers from writing or printing can be removed quickly by wetting the head of a match and rubbing it on the skin, a method within reach of everyone. It notes fashion trends favoring low necklines for summer, with nine of ten advance garments featuring this style, though turndown collars remain common.
Refugees in Frisco recount daring escapes from Mexicans
San Francisco special describes Newport passengers fleeing violence in Mexico. Refugees tell of two men slain at El Favor ming, mining and bank attacks, federal troops rescue, and journeys of Consul Edwards, Lester Jenkins, Baldwin, Sullivan family, and H M Sunde fleeing toward safety.
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San Francisco
Pacific Mail
Newport
el Favor Ming
Juliaco
Walter Neal
George E. Williams
C. B. Hoadley
Hoadley
Williams
Neal
H. L. Wilson
A. B. Brown
Frank Reimer
Ted Baird
Beard
Little Band
Baird
Clements Edwards
Acapulco
Albert Lea
Minn
O'Shaughnessy
Mexico City
Manzanillo
Mexico
Lester Jenkins
Chiapas
Guatemala
Newport Pennilese
Baroness Moncheur Visits U.S. Parents in Washington
Baroness Moncheur daughter of General and Mrs. Powell Clayton of Arkansas and Washington and wife of the Belgian minister to Turkey is in Washington for her annual visit to her parents. She is one of four handsome Clayton daughters, including the wife of the British minister to Cuba and the Countess de Libour of Washington, plus another wife of Major 8. G. Jones.
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Baldwin
Minnespolis
Manzanillo
Sai
ManaantJlo
Mazatlan
H W. E. Sullivan
Tanala
Guatemala
Moving Picture
Sullie
Baroness Moncheur
Powell Clayton
Arkansas
Washington
Turkey
Clayton
Cuba
Countess de Libour
G. Jones
Army
Cecilia Witch Wins England Woman Golf Champion Title
Miss Cecilia Witch defeats top rivals in the recent women’s tour to claim the title of Woman’s Golf Champion of England. Among notable opponents beaten was Miss Leitch whose clever play impressed, with spectators from both sexes applauding the event.
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England
Cecilia Witch
Rough
Miss Leitch
Grant Suttle
Lady Ravenscroft
Beauty tips emphasize water and fresh air for complexion
A reader quotes a clerk praising internal cleansing by drinking water and sleeping with windows open. The article urges daily water intake and morning cold baths, noting a lemon enhances health and complexion. It argues for self care over costly beauty treatments and stresses vitality for working women.
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Oté
Frocks and Blouses of Cotton Etamine Feature Embroidered Details
The piece highlights cotton etamine dresses and blouses as popular early spring wear. It notes options from simple to elaborate, with Irish lace, hand embroidery, and bold lattice stitches, plus kimono sleeve styles and Russian or oriental color patterns.
Maintaining Crispness for Breakfast Foods in Damp Weather
Housekeepers can preserve cereal crunch by transferring foods from paper or cardboard to a dry glass jar with a tight lid. Air and moisture are kept out, preventing stale texture.
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