The Possum and the Crosscut Man of Newnan
An autobiographical column blends humor and local rumor with a farmer’s tale of sawing a large oak, possums found in a hollow, and a mock legal claim. It links these anecdotes to praise for Colonel Allen Candler, praising his sincerity, honesty, and potential as governor amid regional politics and electoral talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb
Blackstone
Newnan
Colonel Candler
Branham
Long Islant
Anthonys
Truman
Allen Candler
General Wheeler
Alabama
Scorpians
Wheeler
Candler
Bint Arp
Atlanta Constitution
Ice Altar Scenes Mark Russian Whitsunday Rite
An illustrated report describes outdoor Russian church services where a cross atop an ice altar stands in white robes. Altar icecutters craft striking blocks. in villages the altar is a simple ice block with a cross, used to urge moral purity during Whit Sunday observances across czarist dominions.
Cuba's rich forests and the Cuban lumber industry
A Cuban lumber merchant praises the island's 17 million acres of virgin forests and 32 palm species, noting vast untapped wealth in cedar, mahogany, lignum vitae, and ebony. Export value is only a fraction of potential. transport is the main hurdle but coastward access and inland rivers could transform the timber trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
Cuban
Pinar del Rio
East
Europe
Manila
Pinar ‘del Rio
United States
All White Fashion and Dress Details in 1910s Style
The article describes an all white ensemble with organdy and satin ribbons, a tailored waist over white taffeta, and a high collar with wrinkled organdy stock. It notes sewing specifics, sleeve gathers, and a seamless back, plus a light appeal for wash fabrics and autumn color accents. It also reports Miss Tiogene Sloy acting as clerk of the Mount Vernon Common Council and features a dressy apron design with pleats and ribbon trim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Vernon
Tiogene Sloyt
W. X. Hoyt
Eton
Cadet Blue
Spaniards and the paradox of victory in defeat
The quoted official report proclaims a complete victory while admitting the enemy persisted in fighting after its defeat and the retreat. The speaker wryly questions the logic, acknowledging error but asserting underlying correctness.
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Philosopher
Bill
Russia
Altar OF
Gorea
Bretelles
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