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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1919
Page
8
The article notes new spring hats from Paris feature vivid trims and floral ornamentation. Straw loses favor to silk satin and ribboned designs, with embroidery and colored bows dominating. Flower hats use flat sewn blossoms and veils for completion, while French nasturtium satin and forget me not bonnets illustrate varied styles.
Embroidered net in white and cream and soft colors with lace trimmed English eyelet embroidery, embroidered batiste, chiffon, and new voiles over silk are described as equally pretty as elaborate evening gowns.
A wartime-era exhortation urges readiness to confront organized wrong with organized right. It warns that wars loom in the future, stresses the need for strength and preparedness, and praises ally contributions while urging continued resolve among men and women to defend the flag and country.
The article notes that a woman's clothing reflects her daily habits from sports and driving to tea and entertaining. It observes fashion follows lifestyle, especially in America, with morning dresses giving way to simple frocks for afternoon tea and possible wear for informal dinners, highlighting dainty materials and light shoes.
A fashion writer notes one piece vests with back ties and snap collars in fabrics and colors. Winter suits with high collars can be remade into military styles by removing fur and using crinoline to prevent wrinkles. Brass buttons, soutache trim, and a dark leather belt enhance the look and durability of the updated outfit.
Cotton lingerie regains popularity in exclusive designs as silk loses some aristocratic edge. Silk remains in tailored everyday wear, while crepe de chine and georgette lingeries persist in fancier lines. New high priced models feature Philippine hand embroidery, filet trimming and delicate cotton batiste fabrics.
With yarn scarce it is economical to restitch old stretched sweaters. A simple method uses a towel wrap and steam over boiling water to freshen the yarn, helping it look like new without washing or dyeing.
A Vogue note describes a navy heavy serge military cape lined with red flannel and gilt buttons designed for a young girl. It pairs with a cream Milan straw turn-down hat with navy border and grosgrain band.
The Rainbow division halted the Prussian Guards at Chateau-Thierry, repulsing four to nine renewed German charges and forcing a German retreat. American troops broke the Guard attack with decisive rifle and machine-gun fire, boosting Allied morale across the front.
Trees and birds are essential for nations and individuals as they conserve rivers, fertile land, and beauty. Planting trees provides lasting benefit, while birds control insects affecting crops. Educate children to plant and protect both for a thriving environment.
The ad urges buyers to insist on Bayer with the Bayer Cross on both box and tablets to avoid counterfeits. It cites a Brooklyn case of fake aspirin and notes Bayer’s American ownership, directions, and dosing for headaches toothaches and various pains. It lists packaging options including pocket boxes of 12 and bottles of 24 or 100 and capsules.
A playful exchange frames Saturn bragging of its rings, Earth questioning their value without a circus. The banter shifts to a self-starter child who cries from inside, prompting wry humor about origins and purpose.
A minister’s house worker hides her unfair treatment by Brother S- who measures portions at meals. She seeks a place with a neighbor for the week, claiming the stinginess she endured while the family is reputed benevolent. The incident appears in the Indianapolis News.
A quoted speaker notes a stutterer has time to articulate thoughts and that the milk of human kindness cannot be separated like cream, illustrating metaphorical reflection on patience and virtue.
A former Northwestern league pitcher seeking peace in a Seattle shipyard discusses the war. His joke about names references England’s monarchs with a quip about Premier George, highlighting public shifts in titles and headlines.
Smith recalls losing his name while visiting his wife’s relatives last summer as he was known only as Anna’s husband in Philadelphia.
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