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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1915
Page
3
Dimmeys promotes authentic fashion notes focused on value and the latest styles for summer. It stresses direct-from-maker imports, economy in wartime, and guaranteed satisfaction with drapery parcels. A call is made to request the Summer Catalog by mailing a free card.
A catalog of silk crepe and crepe de chine fabrics with color ranges and yard pricing. Special runs include 42 inch extra heavy silk crepe de chine in multiple colors and 12 inch silk chiffon styles with neutral tones. Requests for samples are invited.
An article offers recipes such as white sauce dressings and tomato sauces for meat, plus sewing and fashion guidance. It describes an umbrella skirt model in golden brown gaberdine with black braid, padding, and finishing tips for even hems and back detailing. It also provides housekeeping tricks for removing stains and odors, plus knitting and pattern notes for new styles with wide skirts and coats.
A jumbled mix of recipes and dental observations appears, including a wood finish method with vinegar and salt, a long baptism of ingredients for a meat or broth, and a detailed account of tooth development and care. Also includes marrow recipes with ginger and lemon, and aging steps for preservation.
An 19th century advertisement claims Dean's Backache Kidney Pills cured kidney complaints. A customer testimonial from Mrs Clifford asserts relief from urinary trouble after use and cites experiences of others led by the remedy. The piece notes prices 2/9 per bottle and 15/0 for larger orders, with Foster-McLellan in Sydney handling postings.
Instructions advise using dry powdered black lead to clean a grate quickly. Then polish with a small piece of velvet to gain a brighter finish and reduce rust.
A vintage recipe note recommends boiling or baking marrows whole to preserve moisture and flavor. It suggests small marrows cook faster and result in a tender interior with minimal trimming.
Affections drawn by Hilson's to the window display highlight the Lax stove as the main attraction with fuel economy and rapid heating. The stove is cast iron throughout and parts can be renewed by exchanging its number. The Red Indian motor cycles shown by Stephens Colac Motor Garage attracted attention and boosted sales, with reports indicating prices may rise soon.
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