Katsena Emirate Gift Supports British War Fund
The emir of Katsena agreed to donate 35 000 dollars a year to the British imperial war fund while the conflict lasts. Katsena, an old Hausa state in Northern Nigeria, lies northwest of Kano with about 600 000 people, mostly Hausa and Fulani. The article notes Katsena’s long history under British protection since 1908 and describes its people, language, religion, and trade activities.
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Natseng
Imperial War Fund
Africa
Katsena
Nigeria
Sudan
Kane
Kano
Sokoto
Frederick Lugard
Ratsena
Beyyond Meccan
Tripoli
Tunis
Tropical
Muhammedan
Mecca
Lugos
Alexandria
Suakin
Sierra Leone
Gold Coast
Kateena
Eus
Bagdad
Duura
Katapna
Reat
Dan Fodlo
The Women of France Honor and Duty
The piece credits French women with essential work in daily life and national morale. It cites E. S. Martin’s Atlantic essay noting women shape trade, agriculture, and the nation’s well being. French life flourishes when women sustain it for France, men, and children.
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France
E. S. Martin
Seven as a mystic number across history
The Philadelphia North American notes seven as a lucky sign in superstition and history. It cites beliefs about seventh children, seventh rulers, and events occurring at ages divisible by seven, stating seven appears repeatedly in both biblical and secular history.
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Philadelphia
Jimmed the Works Real Estate Offer
A garbled sales pitch touts apartments praised for exacting detail and comfort. An unnamed high salaried expert claims to have spent years refining them, promising low rent of 15 dollars a month, with nonsensical trailing text implying further confusion.
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Ubeatk Dian
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Smocking Approved for Girls Four to Eight
Bloomers matching the dress are endorsed for four to eight year olds as a practical, serviceable summer outfit. The empire waist frock uses smocking to shape fullness and pockets while avoiding petticoats and favoring bloomers in coordinated colors. Fabrics include colored linens galatea chambray with gingham checks and Scotch plaid accents.
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Washington Star
Yongsters
Jersey suits here to stay as sportswear adapts
Fashion note says thin wool jersey one piece gowns and jersey skirts with wash blouses have become common. The peplum blouse with a twisting sash replaces the white shirtwaist for athletic wear, praised for comfort, cling, and sport suitability despite Paris reports of decline.
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America
Jersey
Paris
Jersey Used in Long Coats
Long wool jersey coats in full or seven-eighths length are popular this season. Two colors are common with light upper portions and darker or contrasting hems. The coats feature simple lines similar to the chemise dress and a waist belt at the natural waist.
Practical Crochet Tips From A Needlework Column
Tips include winding crochet cotton with rubber bands to prevent tangling, adding a half inch beaded edge for quick garment trims, and using a crochet hook as a bodkin to thread ribbons. It also suggests crocheting chain stitches with a treble every other stitch to create linger records and finishing with motifs.
Deep Purple Lingerie Trend Reflects Shifting Taste
The article notes a rapid change in feminine underwear color preferences, moving from white lingerie to bold purples with green hand block designs. It highlights a deep purple nightgown decorated in green and a purple velvet pansy accent on the left shoulder, signaling a chic style shift.
Lingerie Fashion Turns Away From Lace and Frills
Lingerie trends show less lace and ribbon in both domestic and imported undergarments. Embroidery drawnwork color and cut provide decoration while Georgette finished with picot edge is favored for minimal ruffles.
Overettes In Khaki Fashion for Working Women
A brief note describes Overettes as a khaki costume segment for women employed in agriculture war land and relief work. The attire includes a suit with a separate shoulder blouse designed for practicality in busy outdoor tasks.
Location and design of various roads
United States Department of Agriculture outlines road width guidance for horse drawn and motor traffic. Minimum traveled width with shoulders should be 20 feet where horses predominate and 24 feet for notable auto traffic, with right of way varying by topography. Discusses grades, embankments, curves, slopes, ditching, and grass or sod stabilization to prevent erosion and aid maintenance.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Office of Public Roads and Rural Engineering
Coastal Plain
Prairie
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