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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1916
Page
3
The article notes many women seek ways to reduce bust size and warns that while increasing bust is straightforward, local reduction methods are risky. It cautions against aggressive techniques that can cause injury or cancer and emphasizes the need for expert application to avoid harm.
Readers receive guidance on preserving dark hair and gray eyes, caring for brittle nails with nightly balm, and a home based brassiere that shapes the torso. The advice covers fabric choices like tricot and mesh, darts for fit, and the use of lace and boning for a firm silhouette under garments.
A 1906 public health advisory from Philadelphia warns 2000 plus infant deaths, mostly from diarrhea, could be reduced by exclusive breastfeeding, proper formula with clean milk, correct bottle preparation, regular feeding intervals, cooled boiled water, fly control, light clothing, daily tepid baths, and sleeping alone. It stresses consulting a doctor if breastfeeding fails.
In a quiet room a very young well baby sleeps 16 to 20 hours daily. Keep windows open day and night and take the baby outdoors in shade as much as possible. Danger signs are vomiting or diarrhoea. do not wait, stop feeding and give cooled boiled water, then seek a doctor at once. If you cannot pay, call the Baby's Milk Fund Association at 2 East Lexington Street or a policeman for help.
Dopetown Indiana reports Professor Marblenut plans a perpetual cool breeze and two weekly showers for next summer. A giant steel electric fan driven by a Little Muddy river plant at Pigankle Falls will generate the breeze. An apparatus, likened to a laundryman's face, will produce the showers.
A description mentions water drawn from the river to spray the city from a colossal Chinese figure on the left bank near the power house. It notes Professor Marblenut, who previously attempted suicide with a bakery product after his wife left him last year, an act a friend intervened to stop.
The Automobile Club of Maryland announces applications are available at The Press Office for interested members.
Edison Electric Company promotes Electric Vibrators for health and beauty. Located at 90 Nerry Street the ad runs February 16 17 18.
W N Kyler advertises tires from Miller and line brands at 1915 prices with guarantees of 4500 and 5000 miles. Alve at a bargain. Located at 40 North Centre Street.
An ad lists discounted prices for household supplies including 4 u 1.25 O-Cedar mops, 15¢ Borax Powder, 25¢ Swift washing powder, 98¢ floor brushes, 9 bars Pearl Toilet Soap, 5 rolls Waldorf toilet paper, and other specials. The note emphasizes limited quantities and specials.
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