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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1909
Page
8
The Thursday Sewing Club meets at 10 with Miss Ethel Blam at Mrs. James C Sproul house. The Thursday Bridge Club gathers at 4 30 with Mrs. John Colwell on Tyler Hill. Officers elected include President Mrs. Tulane Kiddway and Secretary Mrs. William Owen.
The article notes a Japanese inspired peach basket hat as a stylish addition to American homes. It highlights Japanese origin items for service and ornament and mentions a doll sketch symbolizing humor and quickness, with the basket hat drawing attention in fashion and newspapers.
A whimsical contrivance for aerial navigation fashioned from crape paper draws attention. The model resembles a real airship with a tinsel cord basket and satin bows, presented as a playful craft attached to a piece featuring Jack Horner.
Practical advice on saving wear on clothes by using a brick and board as heat support, avoiding soap in starch, and adding borax and blueing. Also details a codfish and potato croquette method: prepare codfish, mash potatoes with milk and butter, mix with egg, form balls, fry to golden brown, drain well.
A recipe describes soaking breadcrumbs in milk with sugar butter and vanilla or spice, then baking in a buttered dish for an hour and serving with vooile sauce. The text adds odd household hacks including rubbing with paper to wax items, a crushed bag for disposal, and tying bells to poison containers as a warning.
In Rome on October 19 Prof Cesare Lombroso renowned criminologist and author died. He was considered a leading figure in criminology and had a prominent scholarly career.
Capudine for that head ache promises quick relief from headache and nerves. If you were out last night this product is pitched to fit you for a day of business. Clear the head and steady the nerves. Available at drug stores.
A notice hints at a compelling want ad in this issue, suggesting readers may find what they seek. The teaser implies relevance to an unusual item, inviting attention and curiosity among the audience.
Miss Sallie Rowan returned from a visit with Miss Bellamy. W M Hames Jr spent Sunday with his parents. Mrs Henry Wyley and Miss Amelia Caldwell visited Annis ton. Collins Clark Alva Quinn Elliott Gordon and others visited friends here. Mr and Mrs J Porter of Rome Ga guests of relatives. Junior Class at Normal School hosted Monday evening with games and a salad course for about seventy students. Tenry Wyley left after two weeks visit. C W Daugette returned from Birmingham after the Howard Jacksonville game. Pete Goodlett and Guy Amos spend a few days in Birmingham Ensley. Star Want Ads bring business.
The fragment suggests using slightly more advertising space could attract significantly more buyers to the store.
Classified notices in the Star promise fast responses. Readers contact advertisers for swift sales, services, and opportunities advertised in short, direct posts across categories.
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