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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1910
Page
4
A fashion notice describes affordable fabrics for negligees and house gowns, highlighting thin durable cottons like lingerie fabric and cross bar dimities. It details tunics and gowns inspired by Greek lines, polonaise effects, and delicate trims, plus practical notes on comfort and ironing.
Revival of old fashion forms brings back ques and empire lines with minimal bulk. Designers showcase corset covers and a princess combination combining corset cover and petticoat with delicate Valenciennes inserts and Irish crochet tucks for a fitted silhouette and refined trousseau options.
Dr Edith L Mackaye explains that birth marks and facial blemishes can be removed by cutting out or destroying the vessels feeding them. Electric needles or heated probes are used, but results depend on skilled surgeons to avoid partial removal or large scars.
A historical piece cautions against bribing children to swallow medicines. It notes techniques for babies and older kids, such as using syrups, moist powders, and masking pills in bread with jelly. It also introduces a “twentieths” dosage rule from Dr. Jacobi for children.
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