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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1922
Page
6
Western Canada farmers have endured a postwar downturn with low land costs and strong crop yields. Prices for wheat, oats, and barley fell from 1920 to 1921, but farmers benefit from land values under 50 dollars an acre and low production costs. Advertisement urges Homeseekers rate and government info.
In a brief exchange Bilkins notes Trevor is ending his affairs after a doctor says he is run down. The dialogue hints at health concerns prompting rearrangement of his matters.
The article discusses human vision extending beyond horizons to the stars, noting estimates that sight could span millions of miles in extreme cases. It contrasts geographers' horizon distances with the limitless perceived reach of the eye when contemplating distant celestial objects.
A skater recalls skating toward a creek branch near home when heavy snow set in. They ended up three miles from home after following a wrong branch, calling the experience strange and memorable.
A note on Earth's balance explains green plants consume carbon dioxide and renew air, estimating that at current consumption rates the world’s flora would exhaust CO2 in about thirty years without continual replacement.
Instructions for Easter Egg Rolls Bavarian Easter Cake and White and Gold Bavaroise with detailed steps on making dough cakes jelly fillings and two fancy desserts. Includes notes on yeast dough shaping baking times and flavoring with lemon rind saffron and whipped cream. A quoted line at the end adds a playful boast about sugar tempering.
A compact collection of old fashioned desserts and drinks. Recipes include butter sponge cake with baked sauce and nutmeg, a pear and jam dessert with almond garnish, cake crumb cocoa pudding, cranberry raisin punch, and orange pie with whipped cream.
A Paris fashion correspondent highlights the spring trend of the coatee. Belts or elaborate girdles accent the short coats and fur coats repeat key details such as long wide sleeves and a rollover collar. A black white silk and wool model shows a belt over a black or white skirt with a satin lined coutee and trellis girdle over the hips.
A model with long wide heavy silk fringe draws praise at Dulcet’s early spring opening. Fashion evolves toward combining eccentric design with simplicity as skirts grow elaborate while corsages stay minimal, and vice versa.
A pongee slip worn over bloomers is held at the knee by a cuff and embroidered in colored yarn. It is paired with a green sport coat and cap of the same material.
Two dress houses inform the public of contrasting trends. High class lines favor long straight silhouettes with minimal trim and limited embroidery while cheap wash dresses will feature new innovations and alternatives to the organdie collar. A buyer entering New York can expect several complete surprises.
Fashion notes describe sweaters dominated by straight lines with silk and mohair blends for a soft texture. Mosaic borders appear at the hem, and Egyptian motifs in small scale join Faire Isle designs in many colors. Loose knit styles with face-like effects, short sleeves, round necks, and optional sashes gain popularity.
Women who wear camisoles and bloomers find elastic stretches after laundry. The tip suggests sewing a book and eye or snaps on the elastic end and removing before washing. A safety pin can act as a beader to prevent tape slipping during insertion.
Individual style notes that fashion offers many suggestions and that thoughtful choices tailor outfits to the wearer. Accessories matter, with even a hair ornament capable of making or maring an entire attire.
The report highlights faille as a prominent silk in spring hat fashion, replacing taffeta except in children’s hats where faille remains dominant and stylish.
A New York dressmaker reports honey shades as the season's keen color, with crepe roma gaining favor. The piece describes silhouettes shifting from straight one piece to tucked under drapery at the waist, and details from designers Renee Bernard Miller Seeurs and others.
The article advises avoiding transparent looks by pairing a sheer blouse with a dark camisole or corset cover. Heavier fabrics like satin or crepe de Chine are preferred, while georgette or chiffon require a darker underlayer. Finish with machine hemstitching and adjust shoulder straps to ensure lingerie remains hidden.
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