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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1923
Page
6
The article surveys fur heavy arm coverings and lavish trims on velvet skirts and wraps. It highlights oversized sleeves with fur bands, high neck corsages, and gray fox trim on a gray wool velvet wrap. A Medici style high fur collar appears on coats, signaling a bold, cozy winter look.
An evening cape of dull red chiffon velvet features a standing collar trimmed with monkey fur and a pointed embroidery design in red and gold metallic cloth. The piece emphasizes the demand for monkey fur despite any abatement.
The season features closely allied apparel with braided short jackets dresses and Paris milliner hats. Early in country sale these hats appeared but gained with fashion. black or dark brown palettes prevail with minimal trimming. The dancing turban grows in popularity at smart restaurants with gold or silver cloths and rare colored brocades.
The best look for stout figures is dark shades where the overall silhouette stays slim. Avoid bright cheeks on garments for stout persons and prefer subdued stripes. Use light colors sparingly as they reflect and can make a person appear larger. Sleeve color should not strongly contrast with the bodice for stout wearers.
The article notes lace trends across formal wear with Ince lace in metal threads featured on evening gowns. Bertha collars of hand made Flemish laces elevate velvet satin or taffeta dresses, while Irish crochet and Venices trim blouses and tailored suits.
Palm Beach wear makers shift to resort models as demand rises for velvet frocks and bath outfits. Delivery remains slow due to fabric scarcity while velvet and evening models are highly sought for the winter social season. Jersey sleeveless frocks draw surprise requests as Canton crepe and flat crepes stay favored.
Maisie Rawley discovers she has inherited her uncle’s real and personal estate after arriving in Hillsboro. She vows to marry Dick Burns for comfort, yet contemplates starting anew in a small, dilapidated country house with a few hundred dollars and a plan for a simpler life.
Ferdinand Reyher discusses the intense devotion and tragedy behind the Oberammergau Passion Play. He notes the election of a Christus neighbor to thirty sparks youth versus age conflicts, rivalries like Aloysius Lang versus Anton Lang, and the extreme costs to performers including career and marriage sacrifices.
In Vilna the Virgin shrine above Porta Adale draws pilgrims from long distances while a nearby mosque with twin towers hints Mecca. Nearby stand ancient synagogues and Talmudical schools, with visible Russian Polish and Jewish quarters and lingering Tartars, all in colorful national dress.
Black describes a chaotic scene with a starter malfunction and no crowd aiding the effort as the group faced an accident. The incident drew comment on the lack of assistance and the need for better crowd response during critical moments.
Maj. Gen. Robert Tyndall of Indianapolis, newly reappointed national treasurer of the American Legion, urges dues be paid promptly to support post finances and independent operation. He cites a long military career from 1897 through World War I and current command of the Thirty-eighth National Guard division.
Chiles P. Plummer of Casper Wyoming national vice commander of the American Legion embodies Western WWI spirit. At age 38 he served twenty two months after trading his four gallon hat for campaign gear captained artillery in the 106th ammunition train in France with the Forty first division. He organized the George Vroman post at Casper and served as its first commander then worked to outfit clubrooms and develop the post while campaigning for disabled veterans rights earning national recognition as a national executive committeeman and later national vice commander. Plummer is a lawyer educated at the University of Illinois and a fraternity brother of Alvin M. Owsley Legion national commander.
Lemuel Bolles states American Legion posts should not solicit Red Cross money kept by local chapters. He explains Red Cross cooperates with the Legion for sick and disabled service members relief and that wartime funds of emergency groups no longer serving soldiers should be redirected.
In a playful exchange Billie Brownie praises the sun and asks why the sun seems calm while people grow restless. Mr Sun replies that he stays in the sky yet moves across the day, noting flowers also show restlessness and that praise, not flattery, pleases him.
A narrator notes Binks is hard to understand yet speaks correct English. The exchange hints at communication barriers and Binks's peculiar manner.
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