The Woman That Tries Hard in Society Worlds
A vivid portrait of debutantes and social climbers in early 20th century circles. It examines the pressures on young women to secure status through beauty, charm, and strategic alliances, outlining routes from marriage to professional pivot points such as teaching or philanthropy. The piece notes the social force of fraternities and elite families, and traces the arc from debutante to potential widow or reformer.
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Bromma
Benoit
Pally
Fouth
Siields
Dturnumta
Triangice Keys
Hurveni
Prineston
Frank
Fiery Hubbard
Peihal
Heighboebey Low
Bishee
Joye
Thames
Lin & Divorce
Erie committee reels in a social scene reflection
A fragmented account recalls a social gathering with mentions of notable locals. The piece notes conversations about community life and the influence of gatherings on society, with terse portraits of attendees and their interactions.
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Erie Committee
Elias
Eotalen
Perites Rotert
Crepe Toque with Veil and Social Reflections in Paris
A reflective Jefferson-era style diary fragment contrasts mourning attire with social life in Paris and London. It laments modern noise and crowds, questions balance of peace and gaiety, and muses on aging, society, and the allure of cities while noting fashion details and personal sentiments.
Feeble tract on cabbage and peppers in old column
The excerpt blends kitchen directions for Cabbage a la Paris and savory peppers with religious thoughts and unrelated literary notes. It cites cabbage preparation methods, green peppers au gratin, and various recipes, interspersed with brief moral and religious reflections from diverse pastors. The OCR muddle yields a collage of culinary instructions and sermons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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DIVINITY OF LABOR AND SACRED PICTURE IN ART
Alfred W. Arundel argues labor is divine and eternal life lies in knowing and doing God’s will. The essay notes Jesus’ life as revelation and cites Rev. H F Nichola of New York, reflecting on the crucible of labor and salvation.
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Esa
Ogi
Polenus H. Swift
Methodit
Chicago
Jusee K Dienino
God
Christ Himelf
Olin Scott Rocke
New York
Charles F. Patterson
ME Harlan
Brooklyn
America
Slocum
Episcopalian
Colorado Springs
Colo
Christ
Simeon West
Temple
Jesus
W. ¥. Patterton
Pearse Pinch
Alfred W. Arundel
Episcopalisn
Pittsburg
Himediomere
H. F. Nichola
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