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Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1912
Page
2
A piece argues that domestic labor is not mere drudgery but a microcosm of statecraft. It compares the family to a government with budgets, imports, and diplomacy, asserting romance lies in everyday household life when viewed as meaningful civic duty.
Beat yolks of four eggs with one cup powdered sugar for five minutes. Fold in beaten whites and one cup flour with one teaspoon baking powder, then one tablespoon Gold water. Filling uses two cups milk two yolks two tablespoons cornstarch half cup sugar and one teaspoon vanilla. Bake cake in three layers.
Wash and soak a pint of peas overnight then simmer with a beef bone. In the morning skim carefully, add the soaked peas and continue to simmer for about three hours until thick and smooth.
A simple compact trump marker with four silk covered cardboard cards showing the four suits. Cards are bound at the top with ribbon or a small ring so the marker can be opened to display any suit and laid on the table for all players to view. The design measures about 2.75 by 3.5 inches.
Instructions describe making a protective case for a silver backed brush. Lay the brush on cardboard trace a line an eighth inch from the edge, cut out the shape, cover one side with silk and the other with velvet, add wadding, then assemble a matching cardboard piece for the case.
A shaped cardboard piece covered with velvet on one side and silk on the other forms a brush case. The design is sewn upright with a silk cord edging. The velvet backing protects the silver brush from air and scratches, while a decorative sketch guides the ornament.
Fashion notes describe shaggy textures gaining popularity in women’s fabrics and costumes. Zibel lines feature silky bone weave and heavy borders on rough serges, ratine, and wool velveteen, with double faced materials thickening suits. Corduroys and velveteens appear in stylish girlish outfits, including tartan collars on black velvet.
Fashion writers predict a bold finish to 1911 with coronets and royal colors such as purple green red and blue. Garments will feature heavy embroidery gold braid fringe rhinestones pearls and abundant laces. Macrame Venetian and Irish styles may appear on gowns and lingerie gowns remain popular for indoor wear.
A brief afternoon fashion item discusses a frock and its styling emphasis. The piece notes color and silhouette trends, reflecting period dress sensibilities.
Instructions for making a portable pressing board as a practical gift for women. Details cover dimensions, materials, cover construction, slip pocket, binding with red braid, and assembly steps. Includes guidance on fabric layout, stitching, and decorative crewel work.
The update notes extensive use of double-faced cloth reducing traditional trimmings on utility coats. Reversing fabric texture forms collars cuffs and pocket flaps, while plain cloth in contrasting color acts as trimming. Velvets and satin are also popular, with fur and imitations appearing.
Frenchwomen embrace the little coatees casaquins and caracos as they surge in popularity with empire and directoire styles. The article details coatee designs, materials, and the soft tulle guimpe adding a poised, decorative note to both daytime and evening ensembles.
The article describes new evening coats praised for rich materials satin chiffon velvet broadcloth and striking designs. It highlights peach satin with chiffon accents a sailor collar cape trim pompadour lace black panne velvet with red lapel a gold lined velvet and white broadcloth with velvet accents.
A brief guide for mothers on sewing frocks for young girls with affordable materials. Describes pink dotted lawn one piece frock with Swiss eyelet trim, blue green plaid dress with box plaits, and blue white polka dot percale dress with bib yoke and braid edging.
A guide to crafting blouse side frills from net and lace with three inch tops tapering to below the bust. Recommends white or ecru nets, plaited or straight cuts, lace insertions, and decorative rope silk stitching for varied effects.
A dainty jabot can be sewn at low cost using black velvet ribbon and satin ribbon buds. The pattern calls for one and a quarter yards of black velvet ribbon half an inch wide and a few yards of pastel ribbon for decorative knots.
The guide details measuring ribbon for a neck piece, forming four loops for a stiff bow, and attaching three ribbon strips as streamer ends. Buds are satin faced in pink, lavender, and blue using light and dark shades, with green leaves added for naturalness. Six buds—two per color—finish the ends and center, then a velvet backing secures the jabot to the collar. An illustration completes the instructions.
A fragmented listing describes equal quantities of tincture benzoin and ericis with a phrase sale stating excellent for complexion. Mentions camphor added to starch powder and soothing properties for heat and itching of skin.
Program notes for the W F M S event at the M E Church spanning April 30 to May 1. Activities include devotions, business sessions, committee appointments, readings, reports, and discussions led by Miss Pearson Mrs. Quinn and others with calls for life members and a closing benediction.
Washta faced a close call when a kitchen blaze at the Hotel Washta started Sunday night and rekindled after firefighters battled stubborn flames. Water brigades and rapid team effort limited damage to the building and insured insurance coverage. The attack on the blaze near the harness shop and hotel roof required roof chopping, yet the town’s volunteers kept the fire within bounds amid strong southerly winds.
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