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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1913
Page
9
A novel hair style described as a modern take on the Greek coiffure. It features a puff over the ears, a fringe, loose waves, and a back knot, with tips for dampening, braiding, and securing the look. Julia Bottomley endorses it as flattering for women under seventy.
The piece describes a coquet tish neck bow in black velvet ribbon edged with tiny steel beads and a small steel buckle. Some bows use inch wide ribbon with four loops, others radiate seven or eight ends from a steel circlet. Steel edging keeps the velvet flat and beads are easy to attach, reflecting a novel use of steel in neckwear.
The shirtwaist girl adopts suspenders borrowed from her brother, a dazzling vision of the idea. The straps of dull gold or silver lace with jeweled chains hang from each shoulder and fasten under a golden horseshoe with a scarab center, though covered by her middy blouse and tennis skirt.
The article surveys stylish neckpieces and ruffs for the season, detailing wire supports, launderable designs, and wear under coats, furs, and jackets. It describes jabots, lace bands, crochet pieces, silk ribbons, and buttoned accents, noting durability, color options, and Christmas gift appeal.
A man on a station platform lights a twofer cigar, provoking another man to retreat. The smoker comments on finding the other’s society disagreeable while the second man criticizes the cigar’s fumes and says they cause nausea, ending with a firm conclusion.
A man describes planning a romantic proposal to Hortense with a grand theatrical script. He shows an engagement ring, but Hortense responds with a brief “Uh huh” and accepts the ring without the expected declarations. The exchange contrasts his elaborate expectations with a curt, practical reaction.
Mrs Gotrocks claims Mrs No koyne’s husband faces bankruptcy while noting seven new elaborate gowns and matching hats ordered recently, prompting curiosity among neighbors about financial strain and social appearances.
A playful exchange begins with Hello Blobbs and Kirkly. One character questions the origin of a story and admits it is not truly new after repeated retellings. The other prompts to proceed, only to forget the tale.
A brief exchange shows Mrs Kindly offering a dime to a Poor Man and hoping he will not squander it. The Poor Man defends himself, affirming he would not waste the money, denying any drunken intent. The line ends with a witty rebuttal.
A man questions if his oldest son treats him right. He offered a thousand dollars if the boy would refrain from smoking until twenty-one. The son kept his promise, but used the money to buy a stake in a cigar store.
A conversation in New York features a resident declaring no other place compares to the city while a visitor notes its distinct appeal. The lady specifies she actually lives in East Orange, New Jersey, highlighting proximity and perceptions of urban living.
An American motorist was stopped for speeding in a small Scotch town. When asked about a visible sign reading Dead Slow, he replied that he knew the sign but believed it referred to the town itself. The exchange highlights cross culture misreading of local traffic warnings.
Mothers urged to switch from harsh historic remedies to California Syrup of Figs for gentle cleansing of stomach, liver, and bowels. Ad claims a teaspoonful saves a sick child tomorrow and provides directions for all ages and adults on the bottle.
Two girls discuss theater plans and a potential quarrel to obtain matinee tickets from Freddy. The incomplete dialogue hints at a scheme to secure tickets by causing a minor dispute.
Giles encounters an acquaintance on the street who greets him with "dead boy" and offers to help before Giles departs for London next week. He declines, saying going is enough, and continues on his way.
A plain outspoken Kate marries at last to a drummer. The match brings surprise as she aligns with a man accustomed to taking orders.
In a village church a fuss erupts during a morning service as the organ blower continues operating after the organist finishes. A London preacher receives a scribbled note from the organist asking him to stop. The note complains the audience came for the organist's music, not the blower's noise.
A brief, wry note on marriage altering a man’s character as teased by a wife. The lines suggest a comic take on changed behavior within domestic life.
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