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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1907
Page
2
Postal officials advise relatives and friends to include full designation of the unit or vessel, pref prepaid postage, and clear legible superscriptions to ensure prompt delivery for those in United States service. Mail reaches the intended recipient as if at the original destination, regardless of changes caused by official orders.
A Washington friend recalls Mrs. Leo Leiter hosting in Scotland where she enjoyed an ancestral palace garden and faced inflated bills for vegetables. Back home a Philadelphia to New York rail crash killed four and injured thirty nine, blamed on veteran engineer George Van Arsdale who offered no excuse. The piece also notes Rojestvensky’s bungling in the Russo Japanese war with serious consequences.
District commissioners respond to claims that Washington is the county’s unhealthiest city and show the death rate to be lower than Augusta, Atlanta, Annapolis, and other cities. They argue Washington’s rate is similar to Memphis, noting higher rates among the colored population.
Treasury department guidance explains United States notes are printed in four per sheet with lettered corners A B C D and serial numbers. A note is counterfeit if its number divided by four does not yield the expected remainder, a rule helpful though not infallible.
A prominent English doctor argues many men aged between fifty five and sixty two suffer a temporary lapse of judgment affecting leaders, engineers and sailors. Notable cases include the Manchuria wreck, Salisbury railway disaster, and the General Slocum fire, with Capt Van Schaick later convicted and then released on bail.
The text compares leaders across wars noting age thresholds in defeat and recovery. It cites Admiral Togo defeating Rojestvensky at the Straits of Korea, examines Rojestvensky’s unexplained action against British smacks, and parallels Boer War leaders Buller and Methuen with elder and younger rescuers like Lord Kitchener and Lord Roberts. It also recalls Dewey's Manila victory despite age risk.
Consul Goding of Newcastle reports Japan has started importing coal from New South Wales. The commercial agent for the province says the first 5,000 ton cargo has arrived and, if it yields good coke, the trade could expand significantly.
Two old schoolmasters joke about modern learning as a rail road with too swift a track and too few switches. Their dialogue critiques ease of knowledge and contrasts old discipline with current trends in education.
George worries the ring fits. Clara insists it must stay. Clarea resists a ring resize while discussing a looming engagement with a foreign nobleman. Eva denies an arranged marriage despite lingering rumors. Edna notes the rumor travels but Eva rejects the noble match.
In a domestic exchange, John laments that despite parental approval, she rejects him. Henry suggests compelling her by forbidding communication, highlighting a conflict over wishes and family control.
Dialogue describes a disappointed couple faced with a five year delay in their marriage. A protective father refuses union, leaving Bobby hopeful yet unsettled as plans unravel.
A chef testifies to a renowned dinner with the great tenor Alberti. He praises the applause after each course and notes being recalled three times at the end of the meal. The exchange reflects the chef's confidence in his cooking.
A brief note contrasts a mother-in-law’s skepticism with a son-in-law’s excitement about a trip to Honolulu. The exchange hints at travel plans and family dynamics in a light, humorous column snippet.
Fashion notes discuss waist and sleeve trends for cloaks and suits, recommending separate waist and skirt options over one piece dresses, with emphasis on cloth suits, silk or cloth waists, and practical styling. It highlights longer sleeves for comfort, gloves, and the popularity of red tones and wine shades for winter fashion.
A babies' hospital physician cautions against infants staring at bright colors or direct sunlight. He urges shaded tempered light, removal of garish wall hangings, and protective parasols to prevent optic nerve strain and long term eye weakness.
The article details two party dresses: a pastel pink crepe gown trimmed with black velvet ribbon, a silk muslin guimpe, and a Breton cap. The second dress features accordion plaited silk mull in cream with a pale apple green underslip, plus a mull hat adorned with wild roses.
A guide notes cotton fabric has a nap like wool. Dampen a small piece and rub to observe the nap. Cut the material so that the nap runs downward for proper lay and finish.
A simple pin cushion is described as a miniature sack shaped form filled with bran. The edge is trimmed with silk cord, designed to hang from a mirror or wall via a ribbon loop. Coverage options include dark green material with an old gold coat or matching ribbon.
The article notes a return of flower trimming with silk and velvet imitation wreaths and garlands replacing chiffon and ribbon florals seen in recent winters. Soft blues and blacks with white accents dominate, favoring subtle color contrasts and bold jet ornaments on gowns, claiming affordability for lasting wear.
A red hat is described as an excellent investment for versatility. Red felt toques with red coque feathers are noted as particularly effective. Velvet trims are mentioned as a promising option, though velvet hats are still early in fashion use.
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