Women Question Present System Of Man's Courtesy
Frederic J. Haskin explores the debate among feminists on whether chivalry and male courtesy, such as tipping hats and giving up seats, signify respect or belittle women. The piece surveys contrasts between protection and condescension, cites evolving social norms, and quotes three representative women on the future of courtesy amid the pending Woman's Party bill of rights.
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Frederic J. Haskin
Washington
Dec
Lhoir Brue
Komen Vovere
Cap
Nis
Margaret Hawield
Aden
Adda
Ufe
Ani Pellitzer
Woman's Party
Anld
Fragmented OCR derives from a 19th century social observe note
The readable text presents fragmented musings on gender norms, chivalry, and social roles. It references women, men, and progressive views while noting unease with traditional duties. The garbled prose suggests a diaristic reflection rather than a cohesive news item.
New Fuel Cheaper with Less Smoke and Better Heater
Pittsburgh area officials from the United States Bureau for Mines and Civic organizations announce a new fuel made from coke dust and salt coal particles. The fuel is claimed to be cheaper, produce less smoke, and serve as a more efficient heat source for residents, aiding gas conservation and smoke reduction efforts.
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Pittseburgt
Dee Jans
United States Bureau For Mines and Civic Organizations
Bureau of Mines
Pittsburgh
Cotton purchases fall during November report
Washington Dec 15 Cotton consumption declined again in November while holdings rose. The cen sus bureau report shows November consumption about 67,900 bales below October and 9,000 bales under November last year. Four month period compares nearly 490,000 bales lower than a year ago. active spindles are down about 900,000 since October and nearly 3,000,000 versus November last year.
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Washington
Census Bureau
No Gift so Choice as Furs Inexpensive Prices
Furs are priced lower than six weeks ago with items like mink and gray squirrel accessories described as affordable. Linen chings for gift work, beige cluny edges, laces for camisoles, Normandy vals, and val lace flouncings listed with modest prices. Main floor promotions highlight selection and value.
Display of Imported Real Lace Motifs Attracts Attention
A display on the face second main floor center aisle showcases filet, Russian and Italian Cluny as well as Arabian laces. Includes squares for luncheon cloths and doilies, three cornered pieces and medallions for art work, circles for linen centers. Prices start at 35 cents and go up.
Charming Petticoats for dancing and evening wear
An assortment of exquisite petticoats in Latin and Crepe de Chine with lace and ribbon accents. Pink taffeta with white lace, three pointed ruffles, and narrow ribbon rosettes evoke 1860 crinolines, plus flesh satin and lavender Crepe de Chine options with Valenciennes lace. Displayed near the dress and petticoat section entrance.
Nickel silverware and kitchen ware price list item breakdown
A catalog style advertisement lists nickel ware and platters with nickel holders priced from 4.00 to 18.00 dollars. It includes chafing dishes hot water platters salad bowls and related serving pieces with varied prices and notes on sizes and accessories.
Basement Store Sale Offerings Include Copper Ware
A basement store advertises a sale featuring percolators chafing dishes casseroles sugar and creamed salad sets pudding dishes bon bon dishes sandwich baskets crumb sets Pyrex bakers and china insect sprays tea tiles coasters all in one catalog.
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