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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Mar 11, 1911
Page
3
The piece surveys fashion trends of fur sets and coats with wide stoles, border furs, and ermine. It notes new combinations like white and black foxskins, tall necklines, and ornate trims using moleskin and skunk. It also mentions jet adornments, Ottoman silk blends, and crepe satin updates alongside a note on coastal snails threatening rubber trees in Ceylon.
The article urges women to choose practical, sturdy boots and underskirts for outdoor activities. It advises plain, waterproof boots with safe heels, regular lacing, and careful leather care. It recommends durable, stain-resistant underskirts for rain and silk or sateen fabrics for fair weather, plus adjustable flounces to elevate simple outfits with tasteful color coordination.
An English observer praises English women for superior outdoor attire and styling. He notes they spend extensive time outdoors in walks rides drives shooting fishing tennis golf hockey mountain climbing skating and skiing. He credits English tailors with supplying appropriate protective outfits for all activities.
Mrs Henry J Jacques of St Rose du Lac credits Dodd's Kidney Pills for curing her heart disease. She reports swelling in limbs and back pain subsided after three boxes, leaving her in the best health. The ad-style narrative links kidney health to heart function and promotes ongoing use of the pills.
English and Continental wardrobes offer practical, durable garments that suit outdoor use. The English woman favors pockets, sturdy boots, waterproof skirts, and versatile pieces, eschewing passing fads. American women could adopt these sensible choices, avoiding impractical prettiness and emphasizing fit with material and use.
A guide notes water supply is crucial for farm animals and argues horses should be watered before breakfast. Water in the stomach moves quickly to the intestines, risking loss of nutrients and potential digestive issues if given after feeding. Perseverance yields healthier, thriftier horses with improved digestion when water precedes solid food.
The article advises on horse watering practices including when to give water after meals and after heavy work. It warns against overwatering before or after strenuous activity and promotes gradual, frequent watering with rest. It stresses humane treatment, noting horses can sweat yet still handle water and that discretion is needed for spring and summer conditions.
Help for old backs that ache promotes Gin Pills as a cure. Advert says many seniors testify to relief, citing Samuel Martin of Strathroy who improved after several boxes. Claims back and bladder issues ease, offers a money back guarantee and sample free, from National Drug and Chemical Co. Toronto.
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