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Newspaper

Brook Reporter

Location

Brook, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1921

Page

7

Summer fashion rings in new outdoor outfits

A brisk overview of vacation wardrobe when the season arrives. Shops showcase sequined skirts with light sweat outfits, paired with hats and parasols. White dominates with contrasts of black, brown, orange, and beige. Sweater coats echo skirt colors, with emerald green and rose options. Two dresses in crepe weaves offer white base with crossbar outlines and belted coats, plus a knitted dress trend in light tones.

Elon

Dancing Party Frock Describes Oriental and Spanish Elements

A report on recent dancing party fashion features a henna crepe gown with Persian embroidery gracing the bodice and skirt, a sand velvet drop at the front, and oriental halo decorations enhancing the East inspired look.

Lines in Wells Reveal New Teleengine Dial Trick

A muddled OCR fragment notes several new lines and a clever manipulation of teleengine matter. It mentions a glinting effect achieved by guiding dots at the chin area and widening the exes.

Matterson

Enchantment of Blouses and Summer Fashion

The article describes varied blouses perfect for summer wear, from kimono georgette designs with decorative embroidery to tailored silk styles. It notes affordable remnants for household dusting and highlights several decorative details and color possibilities.

Portable crane from Old Iron Pipe article in Popular Science Monthly

Portable crane for a garage built from old iron pipe bed casters bicycle chain and sprockets weighs about 200 pounds and offers adjustable lifting with detachable hooks. The device can reach various heights, uses standard fittings welded drifted bolts for strength, and includes a releasable tension handle to secure the load.

P. Ty Avery Popular Science Monthly

Protect Spare Casing and Tire Paints Promote Durability

Protective paints for spare tires defend against injury from air and moisture. The black coating, with a grassmonth finish, enhances appearance and durability without requiring a special skid. Coating prevents deterioration during long exposure to the elements.

Speedometer Aids In Tracking Car Performance and Value

The article argues speedometers are essential for prudent motorists. Without a functioning mileage recorder, owners lose valuable records and risk unreliable performance assessments. It notes breakdowns are common but fixable, and urges timely repair to protect value and protect against poor fuel and wear estimates.

Cate Kuuw

Rubber covering for lamps on frosty days

The note suggests rubber bags or covers for headlamps to keep water off the lenses in snowy weather. It urges readers to obtain waterproof bags from a chauffeur or have them made, claiming lamps will stay “young” longer if protected.

Weidler

Istebore Maine bans motor vehicle in town limits

Istebore is the only Maine town with a motor vehicle ban while Motor vehicle service for US malls is established in 163 cities. Miss Maud Younger of San Francisco becomes the first to cross the United States by car, arriving in Wellington for a Woman's party convention after 3,500 miles with a dog as a companion.

Istebore Maine Unite States Citles Maud Younger San Francisco United States Wellington Younger

Woman Credits Tonzie for Relief from Nervous Debility

Mrs. B. Osborne of Lancaster Ave, Lexington Ky, describes years of nervous weakness, headaches, dizziness, and poor digestion. After failed Cincinnati treatment, Tonzie eased her symptoms, restored strength and appetite, and left her hopeful others will try it. Tonzie sold by leading druggists.

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Marine’s gun lost. corporal and marine debate

A marine reports his gun lost and asks how to recognize it. The corporal questions marks on the weapon. The sailor recalls a name, Springfield, as the only clue, cited by The Tennessee Tar.

Springfeld

Entonic claims relief for stomach pains and stomach ailments

A. Percifield writes that after ten months of stomach pains Entonic left him free of pain, calling it like being raised from the dead. Thousands report relief from cramps, gas, and indigestion as Patonte is said to aid digestion. A box costs 1 trilla with a druggist guarantee.

A. Percifield Patonte

Ignorance of the new rich in art noted at dinner

Maitland Watts recalls a tale of a Walnut Street buyer who after purchasing costly works asks for cheaper pieces for the back hall. The shopkeeper offers a cheap chromo by a struggling artist, prompting the buyer to concede that exposure will drive prices up as the artist gains popularity.

Larves Maitland Watts Philadelphi Artevitte Rittenhorse Squares Walnut Street Mio Chama

Get Rid of Freckles With Othine Double Strength

An old advertisement for Othine double strength promises to remove freckles with one ounce from a druggist applied twice daily. The blurb guarantees results or money back, noting Mrs Pat and a town discussion about complexions and a social event.

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To Be Washed and the Wife’s Hidden Worries

A fragment from a dated issue hints at domestic strain as the wife’s concerns threaten household finances. The snippet suggests tension over money and personal duties impacting family life.

Proud of Her Daddy Birthday Secret Revealed

A girl named Helen notices hogs in the neighborhood on her father’s birthday. She discovers a planned surprise for him at home and asks if today is his birthday. She then realizes the reason for the visiting hogs, with a remark about the surprise. The passage ends noting the drawbacks of loafing.

Helen Daddy

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