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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1915
Page
5
A seven-gored princess slip in gilk muslin trimmed with embroidery is described as the latest in summer undergarments. The article notes women seek well fitting undergarments to preserve a graceful silhouette under sheer frocks as fullness increases in dresses.
Detailed directions for making a seven gored princess slip with embroidered neck trim lace edging and optional sleeves. It covers fabric amounts 57 yards of silk muslin for medium size 3 1 2 yards of embroidery 15 inches wide for the flounce and 5 yards muslin if sleeves are omitted. Includes steps for joining pieces closing seams creating inverted pleats and finishing neck and straps with ribbon bows.
The listing advertises No 6310 in assorted waist sizes including 32 34 36 33 40 42 44 and 46. It emphasizes availability across a wide size spread for immediate purchase.
The article describes a silk organdy frock with frills on the skirt edge and a bertha, high waist, elbow sleeves with btatiste ruffles, and details for reproducing the model in average size. It notes fabric needs, trims, and the emphasis on careful cutting and pattern layout for an easy yet stylish semi formal dress. The girdle and mingled materials like organdy and lace are highlighted as attractive features for 40, 42, and 44 sizing.
The conference speaker urges paid publicity as a tool for public health, likening it to advertising beans. Other notes highlight newspapers' role in health promotion, rural sanitation needs, and studies showing illness among skilled workers despite good conditions.
Atlanta reports Governor Harris is somewhat improved with rest near his Tennessee summer home. He writes he will return to the capitol Monday after visiting old friends. Also notes Foley Kidney Pills helped Geo. W. Clough of Prentiss, Mississippi, aged 77, with kidney trouble.
In Atlanta on September 10 Comptroller General Wright says state tax receipts indicate improved conditions. Remittances from railroads and corporations nearing 600000 after notices went out, more than last year and stronger than years past. He notes many county tax accounts still unsettled for 1914, forecasting a robust 1915 tax season despite legal hurdles to delinquent-collector executions.
Superintendent G G Bond leads a city wide teachers’ meeting at the high school with papers on truancy by Miss Barwick and on the Springfield Survey by Miss Hillsman. Dr J P Campbell of the University of Georgia lectured on physiology and a business session is planned for today with admission cards and class records issued.
The Baptist Tabernacle, Athens, will read its Associational letter tomorrow detailing a year of growth with over 160 additions and more than 100 baptisms. The Sunday school averaged 350 students weekly, not counting Baxter Street. The pastor will preach on God’s past and future work and call for broad participation.
Atlanta Sept 10 Senator B B McLaughlin of Greenville opposes adding prohibition to the extra session call. He argues enforcement issues, bad precedent, and that current laws suffice. He says bills would invite impure liquor and prolong wrangling without changing the situation.
Atlanta Ga Sept 10 Senator Jno D Walker of Sparta active in the senate and chairman of the appropriations committee is in Atlanta. He has opposed including prohibition or other legislation beyond the appropriations bill in an extra session and did not discuss that issue today.
The Knoxville Sentinel quotes a Cincinnati woman saying it is none of the state's business for a woman to paint her face, noting the issue is likely to end there as officials consider the subject.
Jefferson Ga Sept 10 Mr M L Duggan rural school agent for Georgia completed a survey of the Jackson county school system. The survey will photograph each school building and print details on grounds buildings property titles pupil counts enrollment and other items useful to the county. The bulletin will be issued in about two weeks.
Southern results include Atlanta 3 Birmingham 5, Mobile 4 New Orleans 7, Chattanooga 4 Memphis 0, Little Rock 0 Nashville 8. National games list St Louis 1 Cincinnati 7 Philadelphia 7 New York 3 Pittsburg 8 2, Boston 1 3 in second game 10 innings. American Kansas City 1 Buffalo 3 Brooklyn 7 Pittsburg 0 St Louis 3 Newark 0. Federal. New York 1 St Louis 3 Cleveland 6 Detroit 2 Boston 7 Philadelphia 2. No others scheduled.
A Georgia Harvest Festival in Atlanta from November 15 to 20 threatens space for lawmakers. Fred Manser asks Governor Harris not to call an extra session near cafes and festival crowds. He warns hotels haylofts and homes will be full, restaurants overwhelmed, and legislators crowded out.
Seasonal cough remedy touts Dr King’s New Discovery as best for colds and exposure. Endorsed by user testimonials, price 60c and 1.00. Campaign appeals to families and neighbors seeking reliable relief.
Mona, the only girl among four brothers, plays with their friends. One morning her father sees a group of boys swinging under an iron fence and Mona doing the same. He tells her such behavior is not ladylike, prompting her tearful question, Why for was I a lady, daddy. Advertise your wants.
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