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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
3
An article outlines 1920s fashion as insisting on tight cling skirts without hips and floor length gowns with minimal fullness. It notes drop linings, slim gowns, mousquetaire sleeves, and the veteran advice of choosing styles suited to figure, while praising elaborate patterns and long lines.
A detailed guide on moose distribution and hunting in the Northwest and Canada. It describes range from Wyoming to Alaska, preferred grounds in New Brunswick Maine Manitoba and Ottawa river country, seasonal patterns, and legal limits. It explains moose yards, winter habits, and the challenging calling and stalking methods used by hunters and guides.
Up to date portieres discuss Moreen as a fashionable heavy curtain fabric with moire textures. Guidance covers quality, lining choices including silk or satin, and color harmony for rooms with satin or brocade walls. notes on preferred settings from drawing rooms to libraries and bedrooms. mentions exotic winter headgear trends alongside textile contrasts.
Winter millinery embraces white, brown and gray furs dominating hats. Ostrich feathers, silk drapings, and vivid sapphire, apricot, peacock, and coral trims contrast boldly. Fashion notes predict even larger brims and evolving hat shapes leaning toward lighter, smaller crowns over time.
A white muslin jacket spotted with green features a gathered lower yoke, deep collar, and lace edged with insertion. Open sleeves are gathered at the armhole and bordered with matching lace and insertion. Materials listed include four and a half yards fabric, six yards lace, five yards insertion, and two appliques.
The article advises gradual hair bleaching using lemon. Wet hair thoroughly, rub half a lemon over the scalp and lengths, leave for 15 minutes to half an hour, then rinse in several waters. Lemon acts as a toner and provides a refreshing feeling while being less conspicuous than other bleaches.
A mother and her young daughter share a bath time moment as the girl jokes that she must be made of dust because of the dirt on the water. The light exchange reflects a child’s imaginative answer to a simple observation.
A nostalgic note describes autumn leaves aflame and poets claiming the season’s glow. The brief meditation links fall foliage to literary sentiment without providing specific events or people.
Resident remarks show conditions easing toward normal but confidence not yet restored. Most residents still believe the children of their neighbors stole their gates last Thursday night.
A witty remark imagines a phonograph existing during the Inquisition. The idea contrasts modern sound recording with historical restraint, highlighting the disruptive potential of reliable, repeatable narration across oppressive eras.
A humorous dialogue shows Della the new bride asking for an alarm clock and the sleepy cook, Mrs Newliwed, replying that such devices never disturb her. The exchange highlights a light domestic moment.
A pamphlet mentions forming a society to curb useless noise with rhetoric about hurt to a town. The exchange recalls a claim that noise killed Jericho, signaling a satirical take on public nuisance concerns and civic action.
A New York visitor notes in amused critique how shops use terms like buffet cafe or dining room to imply liquor availability while avoiding the word saloon. He ponders whether a moral aim hides behind misnaming and imagines future labels such as dining room or sample room.
Chekib Bey, the Turkish minister in Washington, plans a White House farewell before returning home. He served without proper letters of credence, presenting himself as minister and entailing long explanations of Constantinople red tape. Despite the unusual status, he leaves with good will from the president and Secretary Root.
A Washington scientist’s wife hosted a dinner with American guests and several diplomats. Mon X‑ performed a napkin-maneuver under the table, prompting the hostess to ask what was the matter. He answered gravely, I think it is a flea. The moment caused awkward humor at the table.
The east front of the Treasury Building, slated for demolition, will be replaced with granite. In 1907 a $360000 appropriation funded removal and replacement of pillars fac ing and cornice. Granite pillars from Dix Island near Rockland Maine were shipped by sailing vessels and hauled by 18 oxen and light horses.
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