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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 01, 1912
Page
3
The article describes new women’s fashion with diamond-like jewel bands and hats, jackets with long sleeves, and mannish raincoats. It provides detailed crochet instructions for a hexagonal dress ornament made from six crochet rings, balls, and cords, including step by step stitching and chain work.
The guide urges stout women to avoid bright colors and glossy fabrics. It advises high necklines, minimal trimming, and careful fit, stressing grooming, posture, and choosing dark subdued materials to flatter figure. It also includes sewing and craft instructions for accessories and a bead purse and hairbrush care tips.
A collage of recipes and kitchen guidance appears with ragged text on puddings kidneys and custards. It also contains long garbled shipping schedules and an advertisement for Doan's Kidney Pills claiming strong testimonials.
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