6 Younger Set by Robert W Chambers
A lettered confession between Alixe and Phil reveals their fragile liaison and moral conflict as Boots and Gerard threaten reputations. Philip Selwyn questions his own character while Alixe seeks honesty, leading to a cautious but final withdrawal from correspondence and life’s temptations.
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Gerald
Phil
Boots
Alixe
Spring girl and scandal in the park
In the park a riding scene unfolds with Miss Erroll and Rosamund Fane as gossip about Captain Selwyn Alice Ruthven and Boots unsettles Eileen. Rosamund mimics scandal then recants, and the pair reconcile as a luncheon encounter at Sherry's edges toward more social maneuvers and a return to routine.
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Selwyn
Gerald
Silverside
Eighty-sixth Street
Erroll
Wall Street
Hileen
Rosamund
Boots
Eileen
Miss Er
Miss Erroll
Alice Ruthven
Captain Selwyn
Jack Ruthven
Mrs. Fane
Mrs. Ruthven
Sherry’s
Alice
Philip Selwyn
Neergard
Dusting Made Easy With New Brush Innovations
New brush designs hit the market to simplify cleaning tasks around the home. Radiator brushes access tight pipeWORK while sink cleaners pair brushes with rubber driers. Detachable handles on feather dusters and long sanitary brushes enhance reach for bathrooms and kitchens.
A Complexion Hint for Parisian Skin Care
A home blend for a complexion wash promises to restore clear skin and delicate tint. Mix four ounces of eppotone with a pint of hot water, strain, cool, then add two ounces of rosewater and one ounce of cologne spirits for a harmless daily skin regimen.
Noted British Suffragist to Speak at Buffalo Convention
Mrs Philip Snowden of London a leading suffragist will address the national convention of women suffragists in Buffalo from October 15 to 21. Her husband serves in parliament and she will share the true story of the suffragette movement in Great Britain with American colleagues.
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Philip Snowden
London
Buffalo
Health and Beauty Tips From Old Texts
Practice deep breathing to purify the lungs and blood. A cup of cold water at night and hot water in the morning aid digestion. Almond meal is a soap substitute for skin and cleansing. Light foods without acids and starches suit children's needs. Rubber gloves protect skin during cleaning. avoid coarse soaps and dust. A perfumed bath blend uses alcohol ammonia and lavender oil.
How to Paint Shell Eyes Delights the Young
Instructions describe making imitation eyes from English walnut shells. Cut holes, paint the pupils and irises, add white highlights, and mount the shells so they cover the eyes. When worn, the result is a startling effect that unsettles observers.
Eyes of the Savage Keen Sight From Knowledge
Cambridge scientists studying Torres Strait natives conclude that keen eyesight comes from knowing what to look for. The expedition shows natives and observers distinguishing objects at great distances after familiarity with surroundings, including judging a deer's sex by gait.
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Cambridge
England
Torres Strait
Tree Riddles Emblems and Puns
A list of tree themed riddles matching each clue to a tree name. Includes Willow Yes or Palm Locust Fir Box Date Pine Pear Beech Rubber Tulip Plum Peach and more, linking emotions objects and professions to trees.
Elephants and White Ants in India Power Line
American engineers building a nearly hundred mile power transmission line through Indian jungle faced new challenges from white ants and elephants. Ants damaged initial poles and elephants tore down wires, prompting use of seven foot iron sockets to anchor poles and poles raised high enough to keep wires out of reach.
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India
Planting A Game Puns Grow From Readable Seeds
A parsing of a game where players state what they planted and what sprouted. Participants plant persons or objects and reveal punning returns such as Shakespeare and sweet William or cards yielding wistaria. The exchange centers on playful floral outcomes tied to planted items.
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Shakespeare
William
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