Fete at French Consul’s Palace in Smyrna Delights Elite Guests
A January Smyrna gala at the French consul general’s palace features gas-lit facades, elaborate Oriental decor, and a display of beauty. Maritza de Sorgnes and Tiomane, sisters with stark contrasts, captivate the guests while Prince Hassan mingles, praising, and courting.
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Smyrna
France
Maritza
Maritza de Sorgnes
Aurora
Tiomane
Prince Hassan
Mourad
Egypt
Constantinople
Mawitza
Madame de Sorgnes
Mademoiselle
Annie
Mademoiselle Pascale
Pascale
M. Harify
Madam
Royal Highness and Maritza Clouded by Jealousy
In a glittering salon, Prince Hassan guides Tiomane through music and conversation as Maritza grows jealous. A harsh rebuke by Maritza about Tiomane’s family undercuts Tiomane, but Hassan defends Tiomane, praising her artistry. After a late supper, Tiomane’s performance earns acclaim while Maritza rages, foreshadowing fresh strife.
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Echestra
Mademoiselle de Sorgnes
Tiomane
Maritza
Mademoiselle Pascale
British Property Always On The Sea Worth Billions
At least £144,000,000 worth of British property remains exposed to maritime risk as coastal assets underline ongoing vulnerability. Authorities warn that sea level rise and storm surges threaten homes offices and infrastructure across coastal districts.
Modern Saul Aldredge dazzles bankers with funny Atlanta speech
Ex congressman Wertine ridicules Aldredge as a new bimetallist hero while bankers applaud his wit. The critique highlights his muddled economics on wheat prices and silver versus gold, noting gaps in logic and knowledge of monetary systems.
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Ilis
Aldredge
Atlanta
Wertine
Bartine
Carlisles
Judge Aldredge
Mexico Satisfied with Silver Monometallism
The article argues Mexico benefits from the silver standard, noting faster relative progress than gold standard nations. It contends gold advocates ignore history of nations prospering without gold and mocks calls to sink the United States to China or Mexico's level.
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Mexico
United States
China
Uncle Sam
Monaco
Teller Threatens Senate Exit Over Gold Standard Nominee
In Washington Senator Teller says he would resign his Senate seat and retire from politics if a gold standard candidate is nominated for president. He warns eastern states may dictate the GOP convention and dismisses Sherman McKinley as prudent choices. He praises Allison but urges a silver-angled nominee, noting Colorado’s electoral vote hinges on the silver question. Pope Leo XI noted as a top chess player.
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Aldredge
McKinley
Henry George
Baron Rothschilds
Annanias
Teller
Washington
Senate
Sherman
Allison
West
Colorado
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Jacque
International Press Association
Prince
Mademoiselle Maritza
Madame de Sorg
Nes
Mignonne
Mademoiselle Laurin
Mamma
Saul
Pope Leo XI
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