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Newspaper
Blue Island Sun
Location
Blue Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1913
Page
11
An essay argues that many losses are avoidable through proactive measures. It cites preventable diseases and fires causing immense human and property losses, noting insurance estimates and the $225,000,000 fire loss in 1911 as examples of economic impact. It urges time and thought to avert such suffering.
An inventor proposes a canvas back rest attached to the seat with upper springs to the cab ceiling. The device reduces engine vibration, helps engineers sit more upright on long runs, and aims to lessen kidney strain and fatigue.
A Utah lawyer argues condemned inmates should be allowed to choose death by their own hand as an option alongside hanging or shooting, criticizing tender considerations for criminals as a strange symptom of the day.
A New Orleans man with a 33 year exemplary record was arrested for a crime from his boyhood and for an escape from prison. The case highlights tension between the strict letter of the law and its modern spirit.
A 34 year old grocery bill was presented for payment as the estate of a Philadelphia woman underwent audit. The question arises whether the grocer raised prices to match current living costs or scale of living.
A Washington woman declined a fiance’s bequest of thirty thousand dollars and an automobile. She reportedly felt the amount was insufficient endowment to justify accepting the gift.
A western preacher argues baseball should take place in heaven raising question how the home team could always win. The remark appears as a humorous, speculative aside reflecting on divine fairness and sports outcomes.
A California judge grants a minister 300 dollars for loss of twelve sermons. The piece notes the discrepancy with typical minister salaries and comments on the era’s humor about parcel post and romantic gifts. A Paris court rules a wife who killed her husband during an attempted strangling was not guilty, deemed lucky.
A playful mix of lines ponders tax, perfect women, and breakfast flubs. The text jokes about sending flowers by parcel post and wooers delivering themselves, then laments Pancake references and a pretzel of motives.
A public appeal urges the country to cut down wild goat acreage and reduce their numbers. The statement emphasizes coordinated action across regions to manage the invasive herd menace.
The article argues against one size fits all facial cleansing rules. It notes normal skin may need soap and water, while dry or oily glands require creams or toning lotions. Readers should judge their own conditions and adapt directions accordingly.
Fashion notes: pretty contrasting vests in spring gowns brighten dark outfits and add delicate color using chiffon jet or silk. The style offers lightness for light costumes and a refined touch for heavy fabrics.
Ostrich feathers will be popular for early spring hats in many sizes and colors. Taupe feathers with canary tinted length and yellow-tinted curled ornaments priced at 1.25 for two make a compact fashion statement. A white ostrich feather for evening hats measures about twelve inches with rhinestone detailing, and white marabou tips are worn in clusters with rhinestone circlets.
Suit of tan broadcloth features a tight fitting back with belt. Skirt has a plain front and inverted pleats at the back describing a tailored fashion item.
The article describes the gathered muff made from silk and related fabrics as very fashionable. It notes ease of making and chic appearance compared with imitation fur, citing blue and red shot taffeta as a stylish model with a two layer lining and silk frills on the sides.
Feather flowers join ribbon blooms as a decorative trend for evening gowns hats and neckwear. Among varieties the rose orchid and thistle lead as favorites in this new feather craft.
A simple handkerchief sachet sewn in white and pale blue art linen includes a scented pocket, a spaces for handkerchiefs, and a ribbon tie. It can be washed easily and two sachets are suggested for travel use.
Saxe gloves remain popular with simple tailor made dresses. They are made without buttons with light white stitching. For afternoon wear suede gloves come in champagne tones to match light dresses. With dark costumes a darker suede is preferred for evening wear many opt to go without gloves though theaters and casinos see women still gloved upon entry.
Charles P. LeBon of English High School Boston argues American children are overindulged and too free from restraint. He cites parental money generosity, national character, and compares Jewish children as attentive, respectful, and eager to learn in public schools.
Dr. James Leonard argues that city lifestyle fans weakness and illness by confining people to windless, sunless rooms and factories. He links sedentary work, poor diet, artificial heating, and suppressed outdoor exposure to degeneracy and crime, urging vigorous outdoor activity and sun to restore health.
Julius Avendorph urges stricter sanitation at home. He cites hidden areas like corners, under beds, bed springs, and stairs, plus porches and windows, as often neglected and needing routine cleaning and maintenance. He recommends city health enforcement and daily washing of stove pans to prevent germ buildup.
A historical note recalls Charlotte Corday as a notable figure of France. She is linked to the act of killing a man who was briefly alone, a tale retold as part of a history lesson.
The Kansas City Times asserts John Hampden as the universal American hero, noting the irony of praising taxation resistance while earlier figures like Washington and Lincoln faced detractors. The piece contrasts praise with controversy over leaders who opposed government power.
A playful classroom scene has a schoolboy misdiagramming the sentence The girl pur chased a hat. When asked what word hat serves as the object for, he blurts Hat is the object of girl. The teacher concedes the clever if imperfect reasoning.
An Illinois woman recounts severe nervous symptoms tied to long tea use and notes symptom relief after quitting tea and using Instant Postum. The ad promotes Postum Cereal Co. in Battle Creek with instructions and mail offer for grocer names.
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