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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1912
Page
7
A humor piece notes a child performs breakfast table sentry duty. A reflection declares the worst afflictions are what never happen. A boy recalls a spanking after falling into a creek and muses on possible drowning. A social exchange reveals a fashion remark about a waistcoat and a shy reply about perception.
A Washwoman recounts longstanding stomach distress from overeating starchy and greasy foods. She improved after switching to Grape-Nuts, noting faster recovery, sustained health, and the ability to eat what she wished. Ad promotes Postum Co. Grape-Nuts and claims, “There’s a reason.”
Dame Fashion notes the coming winter favors wider muffs broader scarfs and fuller cloaks with lavish fur trims. Prices soar as pelts rise and coats mix two furs or feature contrasting collars while a few women opt for all ermine cogs costing around twenty five thousand dollars.
A fashion note outlines ermine as a key trend with contrasts to last season including caracal and moleskin furs. It highlights mourning uses with lynx and mole skin, favorites for children, and a surge in fur trimming on gowns, hats, bags, and wraps.
Instructions describe making a decorative cloak garniture with either one large silk rose or two smaller roses in pompon style. The roses secure the front fastening of a draped wrap, with a stiff board backing, swans down or flannelette lining, and pale pink silk for the frame, all assembled to hold the gown together.
The article describes a dainty simple photo frame design that is easy to make and highly saleable for bazaars. It emphasizes a pretty, effective shape and provides a sketch of the proposed craft. The tone invites crafters to assemble the frame using common materials.
White cotton crepe curtains for guest rooms can be hemmed or trimmed with ball fringe. Fleece lined pique covers for dressers and bureaus can be cut to size and edges buttonholed in scallops. Keep two sets of curtains and covers, one in use and one clean for fresh arrivals.
Lace added to a round daily item is said to help. Measure lace, match pattern, join edges, double the lace and roll end to end. Wrap edge with a cord half the lace width, wet to shrink, dry, remove cord, unroll, and sew the lace to the doily.
A description outlines a decorative frame with a silk embroidered green leaves design. It uses a hinged fabric cover secured with adhesive and brass rings at the top for wall hanging. Photographs are held in place by glass sheets and paper backing.
A swathed white velvet toque stands out as a charming autumn hat. Its top features a black paradise motif, adding distinctive flair to the headpiece.
A Washington Star note extols autumn foods from chrysanthemums to onions and sauces, praising the oyster chestnut and rich red jewelry march items. It ends by urging preparation to eat the best and thanks to turkeys as the sole recipients of gratitude.
Practical suggestions for winter chores and small events. Store delicate garments in lace curtain bags to prevent loss and aid drying. Use curtain bags for lettuce after washing. Cut toast into quarters for easy handling with eggs. Display and sell garments with tissue pattern cutouts at fairs. Dampen clothes with hot water for even ironing. Rinse popcorn with cold water to improve popping. Warm meals on a gas stove by floating bowls in hot water. Create a woodsy centerpiece with a chopping bowl and vines. For church suppers plan quantities: coffee cream cake bread ham and ice cream for fifty.
A reflective line from Martvaux contemplates prudent generosity. It argues generosity should be meaningful and appreciated, advocating measured benevolence to avoid waste while still aiming to do good.
A collection of simple recipes for invalids including codfish souffle with cream and paprika, dates with cream, apples in grape juice, scrambled eggs with beef tea, and raw beef sandwiches on buttered toast, all prepared quickly to avoid overcooking and served at once.
A farmer seeks help for sleeplessness and explains his own theory that his snoring wakes him. The piece uses a light humorous tone about self awareness and aging as the farmer and doctor discuss sleep. A second quip notes that a woman's aging becomes apparent to friends before she notices herself.
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