Romance Ends in a Grand Row and a Signed Paper
A Boston area family scandal unfolds as Eleanor Montgomery Sanborn accuses her guardian uncle of abuse and Jack Sanborn of coercion. Eleanor says she signed a letter under threat to help his plan to take $100,000 from her uncle. Uncle Robert rejects the charges and defends himself. Eleanor seeks shelter while the Sanborn and Montgomery families face estrangement, divorce, and legal questions.
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New York
Roston
Wack Sanborn
Eleanor Montgomery Sanborn
Cape Cod
Ee Sandy Hook
Sanborn
Oren Sanborn
Coffee Fpie
W. Robert Montgomery
Hamilton National Bank
Re Porta
Montgomery
Banborn
Eleanor
Jack
Robert
Boston
Colonia
Edward Montgomery
Sanhorns
Flenner Sanborn
Feagon
Missing 42 Years Returns Rich Allentown Brother
Allentown resident Charles Kressley was approached by a stranger who offered a high price for his home. The man then asked to be shown to Kressley’s fortune, and the fortune teller revealed facts about his past life. The visitor turned out to be his brother Elias, who had left for the West in 1880s and since mined gold in Colorado to become rich.
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Allentown
Pas
Charles Kressley
Kressley
Brent
Elias
West
Colorado
Ancient Arrow Factory Found in Kentucky Caves
Geologists exploring Wayne County Kentucky report ruins of a former arrowhead production site sheltered in two rock houses and a cave. They found arrow heads and flint tools suggesting long habitation and possible archeological work. A third cave near Ford's Island yielded human bones indicating an Indian burial place.
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Kentucky
Lexington
Mill Springs
Wayne County
A. M. Miller
University of Kentucky
Miller
Ohio
August Poerste
Dayton
Denny's Bay
Mills Springs
Mammoth Cave
Ford's Island
Liquid of the Past Strong Stuff Elixir Found in Mound Builders Cave
Two Bel county youths exploring hill country report discovering an ancient vessel containing a potent liquid said to match or exceed corn whisky in strength. Inscription on the jar remains undeciphered, experts to study, with Prohibition authorities of uncertain stance. The find aligns with tales of mound builders in the Ohio Valley and hidden temples across Kentucky and Tennessee.
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Middleatom
America
Motus
Bel County Mountaing
Strance
Ohio Valley
Kentucky
Tennessee
Fad for Earrings Takes Modern Fashion Stage
A New York Times correspondent declares earrings now define personality and style. The piece notes the earrings’ rise from mere jewelry to a statement accessory, with women eager yet anxious to adopt the bold new fad and face public admiration.
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New York Times
Modern fashions demand added decoration for dress
The text discusses how women now enhance simple outfits with earrings to complete their look. It notes that without earrings a woman appears undressed and that the modern costume, from day frocks to evening gowns, needs this final decorative touch to convey poise and proper bearing.
Earrings Give Crepe Frock A Distinct Personal Touch
The piece argues that a plain costume gains individuality with earrings. It claims earrings complete the overall effect, highlighting the wearer’s traits and personal style, making self-identity more valued than the dress itself.
Wearable blouse styles showcased by a one-price line
A company presents a comprehensive display of wearable blouses in white pink and bisque georgettes with Venise and St Gall lace. Crepe de chine and silk textures feature medallion embellishments, medley trims, and knitted Peter Pan details in bold colors for outdoor wear.
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St. Gall
Leather and Fashion Belts Show a Distinct Style
Leather belts attract attention with warmth and smart contrast colors. Descriptions include two color combinations, cutouts in flower shapes with metal bead centers, glazed or suede finishes, wheel buckles, and fringe trims. Sets pairing belts with collars and cuffs appear in glazed feather or suede, often in red, gray, tan, or brown.
The Smart Tub Silk Frock Fashions For July Frocks
A survey of July silk fabrics used in making light warm weather dresses. The piece notes silk shirts and simple frocks, cost considerations for home dressmakers, easy laundering, and a trend toward capes for next winter with soft pile fabrics and fur trim.
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Godde
Tilly
Streamers and hats decorate summer wear description
The text describes streamers and midsummer hats with veils hanging to the waist. It notes centers of streamers being of taco or puffen style and wrapped about the neck by a short distance.
Freedom From Laxatives Ad Promotes Nujol Remedy
A medical authority warns against pills and salts as temporary relief that risks permanent harm. The ad touts Nujol as a natural lubricant similar to Nature, not a laxative or medicine, praised by physicians and used in hospitals, urging readers to obtain a bottle from their druggist.
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Reardon
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