Kentland's Christmas skating gamble and a selfless act
In a Chicago Tribune excerpt, Kentland notices Violet's skating party amid a tense social rival, devises a ruse to lure a tramp to appear as a skater, then finds quiet joy in a solitary fireside retreat. He returns to help by supplying clothes and shoes, earning Miss Harwood's praise for unseen kindness.
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Kitty
Amalgamated Firemen and Rescuers’ Association
Mrss Louse
Kentland
Violet
Kenthind
Lincoln Park
Kennland
Marvard
The Making of Lace Patterns and Techniques
In lace making avoid cutting braids and plan patterns to extend braids to hidden breaks. Trace starting points with a pencil, end braid at a flower or leaf base if needed, and use blind stitches to secure threads. Leave enough needle thread for finishing buttonhole stitches and avoid inlace stitching.
Dainty Ribbon Pillow Craft Instructions (Two Shades)
A guide for making a dainty ribbon pillow using two colors of satin ribbon. For an 18 inch square pillow, use 18 strips of ribbon three quarters of a yard long. A narrower ribbon increases work and shipping needs. The pillow should be nicely covered with silk.
New Ribbon Sofa Pillow Finish Revealed by Orange Judd
Orange Judd Farmer describes a novel pillow finish using a ribbon matched to shade and woven portions sewn together. Nine inch end ribbons form loops at the edges with raw ends tucked and tacked, creating a fresh decorative method. Embroidery silk stars may outline the pattern in alternating ribbon blocks.
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Orange-Judd Farmer
Mrs John Mitchell Famous in Danville Mine Community
Over 3,000 condensers in the Danville field honor national president John Mitchell for his role in the strike and the strike commission. Mrs Mitchell, born Catherine O Rourke in Catlin, grew up there and later married John Mitchell in Beardstown. Old Man O Rourke known as a member of the holy rollers among Ohio shaft miners.
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Con
Danville
John Mitchell
Mrs. Mitchell
Catlin
Wabash
James O'Rourke
Ohio Shaft
Catherine O'Rourke
Luke Vesey
Chicago
Harry 8. Lee
Beardstown
O'Rourke
Ohio
Chicken Pie Substitute from Chicago Daily News
A versatile substitute for chicken pie uses a rich crust and a savory filling. Small game such as quail or rabbit is browned in butter, simmered in stock with tomato catchup, currant jelly, lemon juice, and spices, then baked in a crust until browned.
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Chicago Daily News
The Power of Purity in a Pure Heart
The text extols purity as a marvelous, transformative force. It argues that innocent hearts soothe fierce natures and attract like to like, drawing out virtue while a corrupt heart provokes negative traits, making the pure heart a center of attraction for goodness.
Fireside Corner in Artistic Design Picturesque Mantel and Fireplace
Describes a twentieth century mantel and fireplace design with white enamel wood, brass and copper paneling, adjustable pierced shutter, brass or copper fender seats, and open fireplace. Notes its suitability for a sitting room or library and its appeal despite steam heat and radiators, as featured by the Brooklyn Eagle.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Mrs Rath Baby Suffered With Eczema Then Found Relief
A New York mother tells how her ten month old Charlie suffered from a severe skin eruption mistaken for teething trouble. After trying various remedies, a neighbor urged Cuticura Ointment and Soap. The sores faded, the child slept, and the rash finally cleared with relief for the exhausted parent. The tale touts Cuticura as a universal remedy with claims of safety and speed.
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Helena Rath
Hans
Charlie
Asolvent
Ilustrand Obiese
Paix
Paris
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Val Doluh
Violet Marwood
Mr. van Dulah
Jude Stern
Mr. van Dorah
Judge Stern
Tom Kentland
Kitty Clover
Tom
Harvard
Mr. Towner
Fireside Corner
ST. Jacobs
A.J. Tower CO
Tower Samaria Co
Douglas
Aalan Reaves
W. L. Douglas
Sitac
Bmookton
Mas
Candy Cathartic
DLIB
Fite
Anaresis
Cuthura
Reise
Helena
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