Peace brides in their gay gowns in postwar New York
A New York fashion column argues peace brides will outshine war brides with lavish spring weddings. It notes a shift from somber wartime ceremonies to pageants echoing eighteenth century and Directoire styles, with brides in pearls, brocade, and medieval inspired gowns.
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New York
Eufo- Honelism
America
Gayely
Tigre
Torlon
Europe
Versailles
Catherine du Medici
France
Directoire
First Empire
Wrengh
Josephine
Directaire
Franco
White Fox Furs Dominate In Vogue Run at Big Show
Fashion notes report White fox fur remains a top trend at a major show. Buyers and designers tout white fox as the fur of peace, predicting continued popularity beyond this season.
Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It
Drugstore reports show many undiagnosed kidney troubles among Americans. Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root claims to help with kidney issues and is sold in medium and large bottles. A life insurance examiner notes many declines result from undetected kidney trouble. Send ten cents for a sample bottle to Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.
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Kilmer
Etanda
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Ady
Forest Waste and Losses Prompt Reforms in Timber Sector
A historical note reports that forests are depleted faster than they regrow, with forest associations aiding the national forest service. Only about half of a cut tree reaches the consumer, while sawmill wastes total 49 percent. Annual forest fires cause losses ranging from 26 to 50 million dollars across 147 national forests totaling 168 billion acres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Forest Service
United States
Thelf
Sage Tea Beautifies and Darkens Hair
A drug store remedy Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound promises to darken gray hair naturally and evenly. The old recipe, improved with extra ingredients, is said to make hair lustrous and youthful after one or two applications.
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Wyeth
Wyett
Parson and Ephraim Debate Religion and Labor
In a Garrulous exchange the Parson presses Ephraim on commitments to faith and duty. Ephraim vocally affirms intent to embrace religion, churchgoing, caring for the widow, and settling dues, though some replies hint confusion over exact obligations and spelling.
Pape’s Diapepsin Advertises Instant Indigestion Relief
Ad copy touts Pape’s Diapepsin as fast relief for undigested food, burps of gas, acids and sourness. Claims offer immediate benefit without waiting. Mentions stomach upset and instant relief for indigestion symptoms.
Pope's Diapepsin Quickly Ends Indigestion Pain
A brief advertisement proclaims Pope's Diapepsin relieves indigestion and dyspepsia immediately. The pleasant tablets are said to be harmless, do not coat the stomach, and cost little at drug stores.
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Pope
Ady
Shifting Hesponsibilities in Railways Dialogue
A humorous exchange questions who bears responsibility in a railway organization. The respondent jokes that the president handles dividends while the motorman bears responsibility for accidents, illustrating shifting duties and built-in bureaucratic humor.
Definite System for Locating Gas Engine Trouble
A United States Department of Agriculture guide advises following a definite testing system to locate gas engine trouble. Start by checking ignition and fuel supply, as ignition failures are more common, and test in the most efficient order for the engine.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Sorghum seed demand and storage care emphasized
Agricultural guidance urges farmers to save pure sorghum seed from fodder and syrup varieties for future planting. It details selecting true type heads, careful harvesting, and storing in a dry open shed, with routine checks for heat and moisture to prevent germination loss and spoilage.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Colman
Red X
Coller
McLean
Farm Bureau Idea Spreads International Interest
Inquiries from Canada and Australia seek full particulars on the organization and operation of farm bureaus in the United States. The farm bureau is described as an educational agency aiding county agents and coordinating state and national extension work in agriculture and home economics.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Canada
Australia
United States
Farm Bureau
Law of Food Conservation Advocates Use of Farm Animals
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture, the article explains turning inedible feeds into edible foods. It highlights the dairy cow as an efficient converter of coarse roughage like grass, cornstalks, and hay into milk suitable for human consumption, noting other farm animals are less efficient.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Averting a Difficulty.
A dialogue between Mr. Meekton and Henrietta reveals the strain of public opinion on political ambition. Meekton recalls past mild ambitions to run for office while Henrietta’s vote stands as a personal vote of conscience affecting their lives.
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Mr. Meekton
Ofice
Henrietta
Alls Catarrh Medicine Claims Cure for Deafness
Catarrhal deafness cannot be cured by local applications only. The cure is a constitutional remedy via Blood action on mucous surfaces. The advertisement pledges one hundred dollars for any case not cured by Alls Catarrh Medicine and promotes Druggists to stock circulars from J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
His Preference and Tramp Whirl Mentioned in Fragment
Fragmentary OCR mentions Sevan Tramp Toothless and Wiest in association with dogs and a preference note. Readable parts suggest a stray or transient narrative line about dogs and a listed name but lacks full context. No clear event, place, or date is established.
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Sevan
Cuticura Talcum Powder Endorsed as All-Purpose Cosmetic
Ad copy lauds Cuticura Talcum Powder as a versatile, economical perfume and skin care product for face, skin, and babies. It claims fragrance superiority and convenience, positioning it as part of the Cuticura Toilet Trio.
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Sraeres Motorsite
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LAW OF Food Conservation
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Anne ‘Thorson
South
Stamford
Conn
Jose
Thorsen
Doar
Benjamin M. Ayres
Notary Public
Bos Doan
Nus
Foster-Mo Suan CO
Bupfalo
N.Y
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Quinine
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Congressman
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Kaseas
Eatonic
Pat Sheptienh
Reawey
Flora
Eatonio
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Yue
Baker Ice Machine
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