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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1914
Page
7
A wartime fashion feature blends images of Belgian military missteps with Parisian gowns. The article notes General Wonters directing Belgian forces at Antwerp amid overwhelming German numbers, then shifts to detailed descriptions of evening gowns with black net bodices, jet bead trims, Russian tunics, and beaded satin ensembles showcasing the era’s couture in a single, ornate piece.
A long reflection praises Lord Roberts for calling Britain to focus on defeating Germany with allied forces. It notes German preparations and moral charges about atrocities, arguing the war’s roots lie in a plotted, years‑long plan with Kiel Canal expansion completing just before Europe’s crisis.
A fashion feature by Maude Hall on using veiled fabrics and shawls to create striking gowns. It describes white satin bodices with Chantilly scarf trims and black chiffon skirts, secured by jeweled cabochons, plus lace and green sash accents to redefine feminine silhouette.
Officers were elected and installed at the closing sessions of the annual Rebekah state assembly of West Virginia Odd Fellows in Clarksburg. President is Mrs Addie Ullman of Charleston, with vice president Mrs Fannie Cecil of Parkersburg, warden Mrs Carrie Mason of Elkins, secretary Mrs Jennie Hutchinson of Charleston, and treasurer Mrs Emma P Johnson of Sissonville.
An old style ad touts GETS-IT as a quick remedy for corns calluses warts and bunions. It claims two drops shrink the corn with no pain and no fuss and offers 25 cents a bottle or mail order from i Lawrense Co Chicago.
Mrs. J Borden Harriman endorses a Fashion Fete to benefit thousands of women and children suffering from war while supporting dressmakers and cloth firms. The event, she says, may influence American fashion and art. Miss Henrietta Rodman condemns youth for chasing fleeting style, urging sensible dress and individual development.
Baltimore October 16 The Equal Suffrage League plans a December meeting in Baltimore with speakers Mrs H P Belmont Dorothy Dix Elizabeth M Gilmer and Kate M Gordon. Laura C Poe league secretary circulated acceptance letters and announced the event at a league session.
Fragmentary ad copy urges readers to clip the collection, mail 10 cents, and receive a complete record of events that led to the present European war. The text is garbled with stray words and financial figures, indicating a propaganda or sales pitch on wartime background material.
The Orphans Court of Allegany County Maryland issues letters of administration for the estate of Patricky oleman of Allegany County A notice to creditors with claims must be presented by April 2 1915 and debts should be paid. Dated October 2 1914.
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