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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1907
Page
6
Henry Clews cites a $900 million transfer of wealth to foreigners via international marriages. He criticizes Europomania and American tourists abroad, warns of losses to the money market, and notes the social register list of wealthy names and counts European titles among spouses.
New York reports that French paper claims American women who wed abroad for titles have sent about 900 million dollars overseas. The New York World lists 359 brides and 22 heiresses with dowries over a million, noting large sums spent on estates and debts by royal in-laws.
A gold seeker details travel along the government road from White Horse toward Dawson. He notes vast timbered scenery, wildlife, and frequent roadhouses with meals and beds. He describes harsh winter limits, prices for cattle and feed, and the hefty costs of freight, provisioning, and manned labor on the trek north.
An American traveler detained at a German port over a five pound box of New York candy eats the contents to avoid duty. The customs officer insists the box be weighed for duty and 15 witnesses testify the sweets were consumed on German soil. The traveler refuses to pay until a consul is involved.
Pearl and Ruby exchange quips about Belle netting an elderly bachelor valued at a million. The dialogue hints at a fortune linked to a presumed widow or heiress, with a tone of sly humor about luck and luck’s timing.
Juliet contemplates which seminary to attend as Eloise and Laura delay arriving for a final decision. A last minute scheme makes Juliet pick Marysville after delays and transport issues cause a tie in the notable “seminary riddle.”
A Persian king travels incognito and is robbed but unharmed after vowing to give his treasure to the needy. His officers urge him to keep funds for the realm, prompting a wise man to reveal the vow was to aid the poor. The king distributes his gold to the poor as intended.
A garbled list mentions Duke of Roxburghe Captain Spender Clay Count Boni de Castellane Colonel Ralph Vivian Baron Halkett Duke of Marlborough Curzon of Kedleston Captain Colin Campbell Ride Earl of Suffolk Hon Michael Herbert Haig Beresford Prince di Colonna Tygaere Marquis de Breteuil Rieter Prince F von Hatzfeldt Duc de Dino Larisch von Moenich Sir Gilbert Carter Sir William Gordon Cumming Gen Sir Arthur Paget Prince de Chalais Duke of Manchester and other titled figures connected to a large sum of money.
Helen's dog saved her from a cliff edge when she wandered near the shore. Dragged to safety by the apron, she was soaked but unharmed. After her father died the loyal Newfoundland guarded his grave and refused food, then died beside the headstone.
A Greek commander circling Troy for a weak spot faced a muddy obstacle when his automobile stalled. Trojans mocked him and he responded by constructing a large wooden horse, leading to the legendary fall of Troy.
Mrs Brown fears trouble as she and Mr Brown discuss their son Clarence. She notes he spent two hours studying this morning after previously behaving well, prompting concern about what could come next.
Instructions describe constructing a two stage suction pump from bamboo pieces eight inches long. A main barrel with a movable rubber seal, a spout bamboo, a thinner lower piece, and a wooden rod form a hand pump. A little water in the upper barrel helps start the pump.
A satirical note laments a gifted persuader earning only $16 weekly, critiquing the economic bounds of salesmanship and genius misapplied to pushing unwanted goods. The piece mixes humor with social critique about work and value.
A New York narrator recounts a postal card’s global journey from Germany to Honolulu, Yokohama, and a French steamer, tracing a cross continental path via Suez and Frisco. He jokes about Slimithy Jim and the card’s sender as the ecard travels from Berlin to New York.
A concise aphorism notes the danger of maintaining the status quo as it will inevitably change. It warns that avoiding action can lead to unforeseen shifts and deterioration over time.
The article praises Art Nouveau jewelry for oddity originality and beauty over intrinsic value. It highlights Celtic inspired pieces using semi precious stones like malachite scarab rings turquoise matrix and opals with detailed metalwork and set stones. It notes hats pins necklaces pendants brooches buckles and rings, including unset stones for custom rings.
In fashion, separate coats of brocade silk or other luxe fabrics are worn over gowns to extend versatility. Basque, close fitting coats follow the dress’s color and decoration, allowing one gown to serve two or three smart looks without cost savings.
Handsome nets sold at trimming counters are praised as coat trim for velvet, satin, or cloth. Heavy gold or silver filet nets in color or black and white are popular on elaborate evening coats. Paris imports feature fully embroidered net coats and dark toned afternoon coats of similar style.
The guide explains right side up detection by sheen, pin placement with pin heads up, using fine needles for tacking, cutting back stitches to remove tackings, sewing against the pile, raising the pile after stitching, and protecting the velvet from marks. It also covers handling a velvet workpile and makeshift pressing with a flat iron between bricks when a velvet iron is unavailable.
The trottoir skirt returns in shortened form this season with trailing skirts featuring the circular model and its variations. Designers highlight the circular silhouette as the key trend for street wear.
In a Philadelphia Record anecdote, four-year-old Elsie and friend Margery disturb mass. The father scolds them as the girls respond with a playful exchange. Elsie finally answers the priest by saying nothing is what you see when you shut your eyes.
A Dakota Act notice proclaims sale on easy payments for 100 chosen lots with well drained rich soil. The judge notes the grounds for divorce in a curiously ambiguous listing.
The article discusses sleeve choices for tailor made gowns and formal outfits. It contrasts long narrow sleeves for severe gowns with three quarter length sleeves for dressier costumes and notes the dainty afternoon toilet favors short coquettish sleeves. It emphasizes sleeves must fit the corsage blouse jacket or redingote.
A special garment for two six year old sisters features coats of velvet cord in white heavy rib with mink head buttons and matching fur muffs. High crowned velvet caps edged with fur tuck over and fall to the left, accented by a white tassel and the wearers’ dark hair.
A sketch shows a wash leather undergarment pocket worn beneath a skirt. It features two strong webbing straps attached to a belt with a buckle. Designed to hold money and jewelry, the flat three pockets suit travel use and require little space.
Poem wishing a guest welcome in a home with warm hospitality and comfort. The speaker asks calm, joy, and peace to ease the guest’s heart while housekeeping serves kept by love and courtesy.
The guide advises fitting corsets like gloves to the body. Hooks on the abdominal area should be fastened first with a deep breath and head tilted back to hold flesh in place. After front top is hooked, lace from eyelets below the waist to pull the corset tighter.
A traditional polish mixes vinegar with double the amount of boiled linseed oil to restore a leather chair’s shine. This method is described as returning the surface to a glossy, aged look. Use small amounts and test on a hidden area first.
The kimono sleeve effect shows in blouses and the conventional shirtwaist with bishop sleeves appears adopted. Kimono sleeves are also used on these blouses as wide colorless bands, seemingly an afterthought.
The article highlights a wide variety of breakfast jackets with notable examples in sik zenana style trimmed with ciennes lace and ruches of satin rib bons. Also described are quilted silk jackets with large collars, soft white silk, and delicate lace insertion.
When preparing apples for baking they are cured and pared then filled with sugar. Put in a baking dish and bake covered for better flavor, the same as apples baked with skins on.
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