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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1912
Page
3
A dainty dress features grey voile with a silk stripe over satin, a gathered skirt eased into the waist, cerise satin piping, and a lace yoke on the bodice. Dark satin ribbon encircles the waist with bows at the left front. materials listed include 334 yards voile, 314 yards satin, cerise satin, lace, and ribbon.
The piece extols simple minded honesty over affectation, urging individuals to be themselves. It warns that attempting to imitate others destroys originality and faith, and it stresses that a genuine person, even if humble, is more valuable than a grand but fake personality.
Paris society shows lavish table fashion with lace teacloths and embroidered serviettes. Hosts coordinate pink crystal plates and gowns with rose mousseline, long stem pink roses, and elaborate centerpieces such as a miniature sea fantasy with live shrimp and eels.
The article highlights refined color harmonies in fabrics and multi colored embroidery on gowns. It mentions soft gray chiffon marquisette with draped silhouettes, emerald green tulle over jeweled satin, sapphire blue Union with Parma violet silk, and a regal white satin gown with lace trim, velvet bow, and feather headdress.
A curious clock novelty flashes the time onto the wall and ceiling. By touching a button the wall sign appears like sidewalk signs. At night a night dial projects the correct time onto the ceiling when the bulb is pressed.
A toy trunk is described as a practical lunch box for motorists. It holds several meals and features a tray that can serve as a space for napkins and small silverware parts.
An article by B E Lara extols Danish farmers who run small packing plants to pay hogs by value. It warns against scrub hogs, stresses sound breeding, proper dipping, and the use of skim milk and corn blends to improve health and profitability.
W M KE argues for selecting good plump oat seed rather than high priced claims. He recommends sowing on a seed plot, renewing seed every two to four years, moving seed to different land to prevent deterioration, and treating seed with formalin to kill smut spores for healthier germination.
Canteloupe blight hurts leaves and vines. brown circular spots spread, wilting occurs. Fungus is checked by spraying Bordeaux mixture starting when vines reach 12 to 18 inches, with 6 pounds blue stone and 6 pounds lime per 50 gallons, applied to undersides.
A wry reminiscence recalls the old query about finding an honest man by lantern. The speaker notes that today such a search would require bright arc lighting.
A man swore to stay glad despite misfortunes but stormed at an umpire the day after a baseball game. The incident reflects rising tempers in local sports.
A distressed man, urged by his doctor to eat foods rich in nitrogen and other nutrients, asks a waiter whether beefsteak or fried potatoes satisfy his diet. Frustrated, he orders a large plate of hash to settle the question.
A jokey exchange hints at a pending divorce after a year of marriage. One says they should remember the anniversary as wedding cards are shuffled for a new deal, implying disruption of the union.
A brief cartoon caption notes one person compliments another then declares a meat abstinence with humor. The vegetarian vow is set to begin the next day, highlighting a playful exchange about diet.
A playful exchange notes a convict who escaped leaving a polite message behind. The line reads I hear the convict who escaped left a note behind him to the war den and Please excuse the lb erty I am taking.
A Catholic Standard and Times snippet quips about Dudley being harmless yet brainless, noting the humorous exchange that his sole fault is lacking brain, highlighting a light moment in print.
A father questions sending his son back to college arguing his football prowess is overrated and the investment is wasteful. He characterizes the athlete as not a failure yet the dining and training costs are burdensome within family finances.
A captioned joke about Jonah and a whale. The whale cannot retain him, implying the high priced lawyer is unavailable. The humor hinges on wordplay about legal fees and biblical rumor.
A whimsical verse notes Wrathy’s irritation when a thief steals his newspaper, turning a usually cheerful night into a tense morning discovery. The playfully grim scene centers on a man hurt by the missing paper and the odd caper it implies.
A quoted exchange mentions a man made for her and her belief he is perfect for her while noting a million dollar estimate in circulation. The dialogue suggests mutual conviction and grand romantic claims.
A tense exchange unfolds with John answering questions about the clock windows and door bolts. One character insists on checking for gas leaks while another doubts the odor, concluding the certainty lies in a personal thought rather than a physical smell.
Parson A meets Dr B and asks about a mutual friend's health. The doctor notes the friend needs help more than he does. The parson responds in sympathy asking how bad it is. The doctor says the friend is suffering from insomnia.
A man named Growcher explains he works hard in the family business to match his son’s understanding. He says he has an ambition to know as much about the business as his son thinks he does.
A congressman advocating an appropriation to dredge a creek voices frustration over European rulers. The remark highlights tension between domestic funding priorities and headlines about royal leaders.
Two hobos exchange quips about palm reading and name reputation. One asks what a palm reader would say about his hand while the other notes that his name is mud.
A fragmentary verse excerpt urges cheer and contentment while paying ironic note to being called the late lamented. The lines play with paradox and mood, pairing encouragement with a tongue in cheek reference to death’s label.
A dialogue notes sending Jane to read to a sick woman with insomnia. The patient needs a reader, and Jane is described as monotonous yet chosen for the task. The exchange centers on usefulness versus appeal in providing relief.
A quick exchange shows Editor and Magazine Poet arguing over literary freshness. The Poet contests the charge of sameness while the Editor urges clearer originality, ending with a pun on saneness and sameness.
A witty quip notes England possesses the Kohinoor, hailed as the finest diamond, and counters with a playful remark about not playing baseball to underscore perceived pride. The exchange blends gem lore with sports banter.
In a light exchange from World of Golf the speaker recalls being invited to the Smiths' home because of golfing skill. A consoling chorus advises the speaker not to misinterpret the gesture.
A diner recalls Binghurst dining with a distinct flourish ordering dinner. A companion claims to have seen him wave a $100 bill in the same restaurant yesterday and says he could not imitate that display.
A cryptic item features a palm reader who touts a bright future. The piece centers on the bet that belief in favorable prophecies can shape outcomes, with atmospheric dialogue underscoring a sly confidence in predictions.
A fragment quotes a crafted taunt about a husband shaped by his wife and a future threat involving a lawn mower. The remark hints at manipulation and potential domestic friction without detailing any event or outcome.
A playful exchange previews the Sporting News as a source of spirited sports pages. The conversation hints at cheeky content paired with game coverage and period-appropriate commentary.
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