Girls Who Succeed In New York Mecca For Ambitious Ladies
Agnes Olcott profiles hopeful young women in New York confronting hardship to build careers. A Pacific coast pianist funds two years of study with 3200, then endures menial work and shifting roles to gain exposure and independence. The piece contrasts failed attempts with resilient success and urges readers to pursue practical, chosen work with grit despite hunger and uncertainty.
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New York
Pacific Coast
Hovine
Conservatory
Twey
Soo
Marvin
Diev Daiditian
Sivaiers
Newkirk
S Tars
Uons
Gu Iiain
New England
Agnes Olcott
Widow Proves Heir Scheme Invalid in Massachusetts Case
In a Massachusetts case the widow, formerly the houseworker for an old farmer, shown that the heirs had forced an invalid ceremony to deprive her of a third of the estate. The judge advised suing for wages, the court allowed a weekly wage bill for years of service, consuming the entire estate and leaving nothing for the alleged heir.
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Massachusetts
Why American Households Fail To Hire First Class Domestic Help
An English importer argues American women’s pride and independence prevent professional housekeepers in the United States. He contrasts American homes with French and English standards, noting high costs and scarce services among the wealthy. A portrayal follows of a domestic setup where a wife directs all staff, emphasizing control and personal oversight in daily tasks and servant wages.
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France
England
Ng Wew
A& Corps
Sai
Isa
Elactavinings
Popeenes
Elena
BoWesda
Minghisn
Peetal
Kobden Gumvtece
Vistven
Brown
Foulnes
Ilaine
Misses George Gould in Day's Theatre intrigue
Fragmentary text hints at a social figure Mrs George Gould involved in a theatrical setting at Day's Theatre. Names and details are garbled. the snippet references a prominent agin and a possible affair or public attention surrounding her.
The Art of Rest and Its Gentle Practice
The piece argues rest is harder than it seems, urging small, consistent breaks to prevent fatigue. It lists symptoms such as head fullness, heavy wrists, neck stiffness, low mood, and social distaste, and stresses the mindset needed to rest without guilt or envy.
New Spring Skirt Design With Box Plait and Drapery
A detailed description of an elegant spring skirt featuring a narrow front gore and back box plait, close fitting front drapery, deep accordion pleating, seamless front, and intricate stitching. The model uses rich fabrics like taffeta and emphasizes a hidden side closure and floor sweeping back, with distinctive fezing and tailing effects noted.
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Bonn
HEALTH HINTS From A Physician On Bodily Functions
A physician outlines how the body uses food and bile to fuel organs and cleanse waste through skin lungs and bowels. He warns digestion failure chills and constipation harm circulation and liver function. Exercise right clothing and sleep are stressed to maintain energy and nerve health.
How to Thread a Needle in Odd Left-Hand Grip
A New York medical paper suggests threading a needle by holding it with the ring and other left hand fingers rather than the thumb and forefinger. This frees the thumb and index to grasp silk as it passes, reducing slipping. The Hospital notes mixed grip fits some prefer middle and ring fingers for a firmer hold. A sickroom disinfectant method uses ground coffee and camphor to scent and purify the air as it burns.
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New York
Joseph MM. Jackson
SOD IN ORCHARDS AND TREE HEALTH PRACTICES
The article argues that sod in orchards harms trees by limiting air and moisture to roots and fosters worm and weed issues. It advises thorough plowing between tree rows every two to three years, avoiding heavy sodding near trunks, and emphasizes soil health, moisture retention, and proper irrigation for vitality and yield.
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Paige
Ely
Polish and Care Guide for Fine Furniture Polish
A historical polish recipe instructs applying a waxy compound with soft cloths to wood furniture. It emphasizes wiping surfaces clean, avoiding staining, and polishing with vigorous, careful strokes to prevent cloudy appearance. The text warns slow renewal and cautions against neglecting routine cleaning.
Press Agent Miss Matsui Roams the Season
Miss Matsui, the lone female press agent in America, is not Buntily BIL’s niece. She worked in the Duluth paper business when she spoke of her uncle and has travel on the road the entire season as a press representative.
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Matsui Fester
Aiperien
Buntily Bil
Duluth
Minnesota
Perfume Bags for Bureau Drawers From Spiced Mix
A delicate fragrance designed for bureau drawers is produced by blending one ounce each of cloves nutmeg and tonka beans with three ounces of orris powder. The scented bags use small china silk and are concealed among clothing through stitching ribbons and other devices.
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Zureau
Te Bureau
City Officials and Public Notices Across Troy and Vicinity
A scanned page lists city officials and public notices including mayoral and aldermanic names, ward representatives, and city departments. It also details lodge meetings, school notices, and community announcements with dates and contact cues scattered throughout.
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New York Letter
George Gould
Gould Boys
Ain
Galnates
By the
Way
W. Raison
Aldsemen
Norbury
TF Mentenall
Wim Hampe
Tod Winimbertin
Linge Anil i
Gerfen
Chyrlerk
Gates Mreasure
RF Auwarter
Hagler Emil Droll
Ob Rica
Troy Public
Hevias
Woltla
Ray-Dieavey Aclatondy
Pelaeipat
Ortaane
Cook
Rootes
Hoselis
DO. I
Hoy Vibes
Srcretarye
Hart
Macy
Mentor Lodge
Masauie Mall
Pipureddy Baillot
Giarmanla T.qdgi
Fred Biffert
Foote Eppy
Henan Serra
Secoml
Sus M. Bosonmworth
Bell
S.cad
Asikasixia Uribe
Ind
Geli
Seabury
United Mine Workers of America
Soe
Central Hall
Goalby
Wandling
Citivent’ Building and
Tooimm Association
Wait. Verree
M. FB. Rewan
A. Aan
Sts. Dracer
Rey Jas
Osborne
Lavy A. Wand
Rev. C. $. McCullum
Presbyterian Church
Jazelock
Jd. G. Reynolis
Geratan IV
Wb 1200
Rev
G. Pluganiga
Lutheran ST
Tmrome
Masa
Epworths Leagti Lh
Methoiist
Tunior League
Troy Cemetery
Gall
James WN. Jarvis
Notary Public
Aitic Real Estate Agent
Highland Marble Works
Prats
Satics
Edaranteca
L. L. Eckert
John Diehle
Viboawerk Dite
S Burttie
Citizens
Julius Peter
Chiron
Calis
Neal
Siepron
Troy
F. W. Zanders
Troy Ciay Meat Market
John Climling
Prop
Wigkor Streets
Theo. Guennewig
Jos Malin & Market Sts
Troy, Ill
St. Louis
W. Zandera
Central Hotel
WM. Meiners
PMTER
Seegrmns Auwarter Building
Public Square
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