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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1914
Page
10
May Wilmoth surveys spring fashion focusing on feminine silhouettes, light fabrics, and decorative touches. She notes a shift from severe tailleurs to versatile outfits with lace, embroidery, and florals, plus hats and feather trims, aiming to flatter figures and enable dancing attire for social wear.
A humorous fashion note urges women to bring ears back into style by grooming and shaping them. It recommends nightly ear positioning, dainty pink earlobes, and careful cosmetic touching, warning against harsh massage or obvious makeup on the ears to preserve a natural look.
A restaurant scene shows a waiter demonstrating salt to remove a stain from a woman’s blouse. Salt applied then brushed away vanishes the spot, prompting relief and curious watching from nearby patrons as the waiter continues cleaning crumbs.
Practical tips cover cabbage digestion by half boiling and reboiling, using vinegar as an egg substitute to lighten cakes with dripping fat, protecting lace curtains with white paper sheets during laundering, easing curtain mangle by placing paper, and treating stove grease with a spot to reduce polishing effort. White paint maintenance suggests whiting mixed with warm water as a soap substitute, followed by rinsing drying.
A black silk short coat with a front tie of cord and tassels is described as versatile for summer wear. It pairs with thin gowns and is seen as almost essential in the climate, suitable over silk or diaphanous cotton daytime dresses.
Since ancient times women have used beauty patches to enhance eyes and dimples. Velvet black patches in disks triangles and other shapes are sold by the box to be applied with a gumlike coating on the reverse that adheres when moistened.
A reflective note on overcoming drudgery in daily work by maintaining interest, optimizing routines, and shifting focus to mental projects. Emphasizes training the mind to enjoy routine housework and pursue efficiency to reduce fatigue.
Veal and mushrooms recipe with a cornstarch milk sauce and lemon finish served on toast. Potatoes with cheese describes sliced boiled potatoes with white sauce cheese and buttered crumbs baked to brown. Also includes spiced baked apples and a coffee cake with coffee and molasses mix.
The article describes evolving tea table furnishings including novel silver holders for sandwiches, small sugar cutters, a combined sugar and cream dish, a divided sugar and spoon holder, and two person tea trays in wood or wicker. Prices range from about 50 cents to 15 dollars.
Advice on baby bath aprons detailing materials including white canton flannel and worsted. Describes design features such as pockets, piping, rose pink or blue edging, and a washable ribbon belt. Notes warmth, washing ease, and drying time, with guidance on choosing fabric for comfort.
The article notes smocking is resurging in fashion with new cost materials reviving its popularity. Slender figures benefit from gathered fronts on waists and long sleeves smocked above cuffs. Peasant frocks in white dimity with colored thread are highlighted, along with smocking on evening wraps to add graceful fullness for the season.
Two tone hosiery comes in a wide variety of colors. Duvelyn fabric offers soft warmth and agreeable color. Small draped mocha hats with a single feather are in good taste for spring. Rich embroidery is heavily padded on gowns. Tucked net cloth and silver or gold thread add shine. Crepe de chine stitched squares form dainty French handkerchiefs in color and pattern.
A violet satin and chiffon evening gown with iridescent beadwork is highlighted as a premier example of swirl drapery. Beadwork in the bend of the tango enhances its appeal. the corsage features orchids and matching slippers and stockings echo the dress fabric.
Paris debates the new trend of bright multicolored wigs worn with matching gowns. The look features orange purple green and pink hair piled in voluminous puffed styles to coordinate with a cerise and purple purple charmeuse dress and ribbon bandeau.
Pakistani critics argue women should not wear gloves if veils are not worn, but most women will ignore the critics and wear gloves at evening functions for comfort. The article notes women with attractive hands may welcome the change.
The article explores the romance and artistry of oriental rugs detailing bridal origins and symbolic patterns. It contrasts Turkish and Persian rugs, notes hand weaving flaws as proof of craft, and explains dye sources and pattern meanings. It highlights durability from vegetable dyes and the emotional value of handmade pieces.
A simple home remedy for softening and whitening hands uses a mixture of yellow cornmeal and kerosene. The blend is praised for quick results and minimal effort compared to cold cream.
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