Episcopalians to Open School in Charles Town
The West Virginia Diocese announces Miss Maria Pendleton Duval principal of Stuart Hall Staunton Va will found St Hilde s Hall a girls school at Charles Town occupying the old Powhatan College She will bring years of administration at Stuart Hall and the new school will mirror the Oxford St Hilda s Hall model Charles Town is praised for securing the site and the bishops and diocese hail Miss Duval s appointment as a fit for Christian youth training
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British Censorship Brings Thought Home
Correspondent dispatch from London notes the British censorate restricting press mention of the Audacious battleship loss. It discusses official delays, protests by The Daily News and Leader, and the paradox of newspapers worldwide reporting the event while UK papers withhold details. The piece analyzes national psychology and the global flow of information during wartime.
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Nowa
Vanity bags bring a new era for the young woman
The article notes that modern women carry complexion care in portable vanity bags, previously confined to the boudoir. Manufacturers now showcase these alluring items in shop windows, reflecting a shift toward personal beauty on the go.
Decline in Gypsy Moths Marked Across Regions
Washington December 19 The annual report of the U S Department of Agriculture entomologist highlights a sharp drop in gypsy moth and brown tail moth numbers due to campaigns, natural enemies, and posters. It notes progress in insecticides and field trials, with focus on pests harming crops forests and stored foods, and addresses related checks on the red spider and disease vectors.
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Calendars Rise as Popular Christmas Gifts and Art
Calendar makers report brisk demand this year with calendars designed as attractive home decor. Poetry lovers seek Shakespeare and Longfellow quotes while Stevenson remains a favorite among buyers. Nature calendars appeal to outdoor enthusiasts, Quaker calendars illustrate history, and patterns for nurseries and mother stories broaden options for families.
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