Christmas in a Dugout during World War I
Sergeant Arthur Guy Empey recounts a Christmas Eve in No Man's Land. Three soldiers guard a trench as red flashes and a German cornet duel drift into the cold night. The dugout meal, gifts from London and a queen's box, and a sudden death of comrade Smith mark a harsh Christmas amid mud, shells, and memory.
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Curly
Yankee Avenue
Yiddish Street
Fifth Avenue
Slappy
France
Happy
Fritz
No Man's Land
Bill
Tommy
Ikey
Bonney
Bul
London
Bil
Hall
Honney
Boys
Asten
Suwanee River
Fire Bay
Yank
Smith
England
Sailor Bill
Sailor Bi
Sabor Bill
Warmth and Smartness in Coats in Cold Weather Fashion
A vibrant overview of midwinter coats and fur garments as Americans seek warmth and style. Describes leopard skin fur coats with wide beaver collars and three tortoise shell buttons, plus a Velour du nord wool coat in taupe with taupe lynx fur trim and deep cuff pockets. The piece highlights fashion as a response to cold while emphasizing luxury and practical warmth.
New Versatile Knit Sweater Captures Spring Fashion Tone
The latest sweater trend emphasizes cozy line without bulk, featuring closely knit, snug fits in vivid spring colors and neutrals like beige and gray. Elegant blouses with lace trim pair with the knit, while flashy stitching and a defined waist create a versatile wardrobe staple suitable from Canada to the Gulf Coast.
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Canada
Gulf of Mexico
Pate Diotima Blouse Fad Sparks Front Apron Length
The season’s blouse trend features an elongated front section resembling a swank apron. The look, though curious, is tremendously popular now and widely noted in fashion circles.
Slack Satin the Favorite in Winter Fashion
Black satin dominates the winter season as the favorite material for all purposes. It pairs with wool duveryns and velvets, offering versatile support for outfits and interiors.
Food Lines and Homejam Ideas Amid Shortages
England repairs shortages by using vegetable marrows for jam and suggests U S housewives may follow as sugar grows cheaper. Carrots pumpkins and squash are noted for jam making. Also mentions Red Cross Ball Blue and generic ad blurbs, plus short items on readers and a sugar production update in the Philippines. The page includes fashion notes and cosmetic recommendations, with multiple brief ads and quotes from various voices.
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England
United States
Too Many for Him in His Uncle's Will
A humorous exchange about a rich uncle's provisions with Nipper doubting he can meet the expectations and secure the inheritance in a witty dialogue.
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Nipper
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Arthur Guy Empey
Mr. Empey
Pate Diotima
Swift & Company
U S.A
Adv
Gentua
Ralph Parlette
Takiog
Pierce
Philippines
Phiippine Islands
Cuticura
Dept. X
Boston
U. S
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Ottawa
M. J. Johnstone
Watertown
R. A. Garrett
Jackson St
St. Paul
Mina
Aganta
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