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Newspaper
Chilliwack Free Press
Location
Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 23, 1912
Page
7
The article describes a range of sunshades from taffeta and silk to hand embroidered linen with butterflies, carved crystal handles, and jewel-encrusted stems. It notes lavender purples, boasted mantles of Persian motifs, and detachable handles for compact packing, with lace trimmed and tailored options for different outfits.
A dated exhortation urging women to maintain daily grooming to win family affection and avoid neglect from husbands brothers and friends. It argues that looking well and neat hair and attire influence treatment by male relatives and the emotional health of close women networks.
A dated health guide urges three meals daily and thorough chewing, no snacks, regular exercise of three to four miles daily, and consistent sleep with open windows. It stresses routine, moderation, and cheerful habits as foundations for happiness, health, and success.
An article describes creative uses for old buttons such as pendants, earrings, and necklets. It notes buttons made from single colored paste, like those once owned by Prince Charles Edward, can be enhanced by centering them in rose patterns of silver gauze, crafted in a Tudor style.
A very useful embroidery stitch described as Venetian ladder work, valuable for linen dresses underwear and as a buttonhole stitch variant. Used to join seams for openwork effects, with barn stitches, often framed for monograms and Madeira work. Also useful for linen dinner centers yokes and sleeve joins.
A Sample Party promises amusement with equal pairs of guests eight couples. Invitations request gown samples for the girls and necktie samples for the men, advanced to the hostess. Partners are found by descriptions of gowns and ties read aloud after five minutes. Prizes are sample packages. Refreshments include varied sandwiches olives salad small cake with novelty boxes of samples.
A leather blotter pad conceals a cornered stand with a chain attached pencil. The flexible sprung pencil leash lets use at any angle and retracts when not in use. A ringed pencil sharpener attaches to the pad’s stand to avoid hunting for a knife or fresh pencil.
To avoid scorching May housekeepers can place an inverted pie pan in the bottom of the pot. Water and the empty space beneath the pan save the potatoes and prevent sticking. The technique also makes cleaning easier by preventing adherence of potato pieces.
Fashion note describes tub frocks with fuller skirts, new trims, and simple lines. Details include godet seams, trim lines on gingham and voile, front or side buttoning, natural waistlines, short sleeves with variations, and piped wash fabrics. The piece notes color, fabric, and accessory touches like white pearl buttons.
Instructions advise unloading packing boxes and chests to retrieve light wool dresses and linens for spring. Laundering colored ginghams with gentle suds, avoiding rubbing, and using gum arabic for stiffening dimities to restore a fresh look.
A compact notice notes the derby hat as a favored winter style returning this season. The article references a distinctive headpiece with a slim brim and a unique side feature, highlighting its enduring appeal and practical flair for smart outings.
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