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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1912
Page
6
A theater line features a plea for a rehearsal with a two dollar bill as the actor handles large sums. A Scottish curler in Switzerland earns praise for an accurate shot, with the skip urging him to “lie down and dee” for a flawless stone, reflecting pride in the sport.
An old promotional letter extols Postum as a coffee substitute claiming caffeine harms the heart and nervous system. It urges readers to try boiling the product for 15 minutes and cites a testimonial about improved health, ending with an advertisement for The Road to Wellville and the tagline There’s a reason.
The article describes two new season models for children and older sisters. It highlights coral pink brocaded silk with velvet trim, a puffed crown, and ribbon sashes in high luster messaline. Black velvet daisies with yellow centers decorate the crown.
The Chicago Inter Ocean notes a season of richer embroideries on gowns and cloaks, with a return to soft transparent fabrics and regal designs. It highlights accordion plaiting for evening gowns, and describes a black marquisette and charmeuse corsage ensemble with gold thread, pink tulle layers, and a Spanish black chiffon cloak.
Smart little satin and silk coats described as simple straight garments, lightly trimmed or unlined, with chiffon or printed silk linings. They feature turned back neck and sleeve corners to reveal bright linings and are often paired with white or neutral skirts or one piece frocks, with a scarf girdle or matching sash for a pretty look.
The article offers simple uses for leftover bread frosting fondant and pie crust. Pack dried bread in a jar with a dry cloth and plate to keep fresh. Bake apples with butter sugar and nutmeg for a tender baked treat. Use scraps to stuff dates or make turnovers and garnishes for desserts.
The article notes a minority of women cling to a single summer and winter dress pattern with pearl buttons and simple hats. Most women, drawn by new ideas and frills, adopt varied outfits, colors, and accessories sweeping the country like a tidal wave.
Vogue of Pink notes pinks in fashion with a pink waistband on a black dress seen as chic. Black satin gowns feature white piping and long tight sleeves with white buttons.
Hay water is splendid to use when washing brown Holland material or for tinting of laces. Use a concentrated solution by simmering a handful of hay seed or hay in a quart of water until dark, then strain.
The article discusses balancing furniture in rooms with windows. It notes square rooms with flat windows look ordinary, while bay windows offer artistic possibilities. The pictured arrangement is useful and artistic, enhanced by two floor cushions for a quaint finishing touch.
A black meteore patterned afternoon gown with sapphire blue accents features an empire line skirt and embroidered flounces. It is trimmed with bands and large flat bows of black satin, offering a highly valuable addition to the season’s wardrobe.
A collection of old time recipes describes savory fish chowder using cod or salt fish with pork, onions, potatoes, milk, and crackers. It also covers Grab Meat Fricassee with crab meat, citrus, paprika, and cream, plus Savory Fish with pork fat, milk, and eggs, and an Oyster Fricassee served over buttered toast with celery.
Agronomists warn vast Siberian tracts face desert encroachment from the Gobi. A plan calls for two mile wide tree belts to block salt drift, spanning from Samera to the Caspian and extending in 40 mile intervals toward the Chinese frontier.
Savannah storyteller Bob Hull travels into interior Georgia with golf clubs aiming for Augusta. He stays in a small town and rides in an old shack to a local hotel as curiosity grows about the mysterious yellow leather bag and the sticks inside.
A farmer addresses a young helper about climbing a tree and falling from it, offering advice on how to assist safely. The scene centers on the boy’s missing years of experience and the farmer’s effort to set him back on track.
Halloa Jellison meets Barwood who reveals he is no longer engaged after a modern twist. Barwood explains he never formally proposed and the intended fiancee sold the rights to photograph his proposal to a cinematograph company.
Dialogue shows a wife planning to attend a ball game while noting if the home team loses she will call to arrange gathering the children at her mother's house until her husband calms down. The snippet reflects domestic tension and social norms of the period.
Advertises Peoria based infant remedies and popular child comfort products. Claims include Fletcher's Castoria with a 30 year history and Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, along with Woolford's Sanitary Lotion for contagious itch, all sold by druggists with prices noted.
Women suffering from female ills are invited to write to the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co confidential correspondence department in Lynn Massachusetts. Letters are opened read and answered by women and kept confidential. The firm cites a long history of testimonials and asks nothing in return except goodwill. A free 80 page Text Book is available by mail.
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