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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1906
Page
2
The article argues against overcrowded rooms and useless ornaments as Americans adopt simple living. It notes Europeans favor restraint, warns that many so called economy purchases waste money, and urges avoiding excess items that clutter spaces and require dusting.
A colonial era description notes new oriental novelties in jewelry and decor. It highlights Japanese flower holders floating in bowls, Chinese ivory fans, an oriental topaz pendant necklace, and an ivory elephant head belt buckle with green stone. The piece urges minimizing fillers to let fine furniture shine.
Readers are advised on embroidery using new embroidered silks as patterns on brown taffeta. A workmanlike technique strengthens fabric, increasing wear and giving an expensive look. Brown dominates upcoming fashions with tailored plaids and layered designs for varied occasions.
This silk jewel case lined with chamois leather offers a better receptacle for brooches rings and other items than ordinary boxes. It folds with ribbons and includes six pockets and padded center for pins while travel friendly, with shapes matching the era and hinting at new hats for fall.
Fashion note highlights kilt skirts as desirable calm wardrobe option for women avoiding skirt drag. Designers push longer circular styles, duplicating street suit trends, with advice to choose versatile pieces lasting beyond seasons.
Army fears Utes may join Cheyennes and Crows near Ashland Montana risking a Wounded Knee style clash. Washington expects no disarming attempt, hoping for peace but prepared for a large force if fighting erupts. Utes split into two bands near Bear Creek and Hangjing Women Creek with patrols active.
Charles J Glidden began an automobile tour from Boston on November 1 aiming at Mexico with wife and Miss Waldron. He carries a greeting letter from President Roosevelt to President Diaz of Mexico, reflecting his world travel by car.
Washington reports from interior department agents say violations of opening regulations at the Walker Lake Indian reservation in Nevada were not serious enough to justify invalidating the opening. Officials note no law forbids entry before the signal and registration could have been provided. Hawthorne reports a 2000 population town already forming at Dutchman’s Creek mouth with restaurants and saloons. possible administrative action if government employees profited from inside information.
Washington reports unofficial word that Charles H Keep first assistant secretary of the treasury may retire with Secretary Shaw in the spring. Keep is wealthy and administers estates of wealthy relatives. He chairs the commission bearing his name which introduced business methods to the executive department. John H Hitchcock has been named as possible successor but may stay in his post.
Willi' Senily known as Lord Senily, reputed large American real estate owner, filed for probate in Washington on Thursday. The will dated April 21, 1901 deeds all lands to wife Angela Scully, disinheriting daughters Mary Julia and Katherine.
Five state college cadets including two lieutenants were sent to the workhouse to await trial after a disorderly Hallowe'en incident. Police were confronted as the students beat officers and fired shots while attempting to quell the disturbance. George Ade reportedly engaged to Helen Hale.
A discussion on how women must adapt to male personality, shaping a distinct morality centered on purity, reserve, and coquetry. The piece argues women influence male behavior and outlines historical views of female charm, possession, and susceptibility, noting men’ s ease of deception and social pressures.
The speaker links health and vigor to virtue, arguing sin is disease and abnormality. He champions manual training in schools to build physical prowess and character, promoting a normal, all sided life. A new, sunshine religion emerges, free of monastery constraints, fostering hope, trust, love, and harmony.
A brief reflection on life discipline and caution shaping success. It notes that even with clean gear and smooth running, unforeseen challenges will arise. The piece urges steady resolve to tackle tasks promptly and well, despite potential obstacles.
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