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Anita Record

Location

Anita, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1918

Page

7

Hostess Houses Aid Soldiers Families in WWI Camps

War time Hostess houses operate at camps like Camp Lee and American Lake to welcome visiting women relatives. They serve as directories, cafeterias, writing rooms, nurseries, and social hubs run by qualified women to connect families with soldiers and assist in emergencies.

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New Styles From Old Fabrics in Paris to New York

In this era of American fashion leadership the piece argues America has shed Paris dependency by harnessing home grown fabrics and designers. It highlights Mme Paquin's ability to turn plain checked silk into fashion and shows how American designers swiftly adapt Spanish lace and black taffeta into striking gowns. It also notes blue serge remains vital, with trends toward longer hems and practical shoes under wartime constraints.

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Foulard Described In Noted Polka Dot Design

The text mentions a large polka dot design described as fashionable. It references a foulard pattern and notes its stylish appeal, suggesting it as a notable fabric or accessory choice in a fashion context.

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