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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1905
Page
14
A Collier's Weekly feature portrays a couple living unobtrusively in a quiet street. They avoid attention, have few intimate friends, and rarely engage in public clubs or life’s problems. Occasionally they dress up and visit a country spot to spend a day quietly.
Renee confesses peril and passion to Frontenac describing the Comte de Miron and her love. Tonti confronts jealousy over a woman he once pursued, fearing betrayal as Frontenac teases his suspicions. The scene ends with tensions rising between old allies and hidden desires.
Renee and Tonti face strain on the Quebec to Fort Frontenac trek as tension with Tonti grows. Framed by Frontenac’s cautious leadership, Renee’s guarded loyalty, and Tonti’s challenging memory of past love, the expedition advances under risk from both people and nature.
The Chicago Record Herald notes early fall fashion shifts to severely tailored coats and slim coats, with long, simple lines returning. Paris favors linen-inspired coats, nine gore and circular skirts, and hip length fits while gores and plaited skirts shape the new silhouette.
A Boston Globe contributor suggests a quick baby sack from half an old cotton blanket. Stitch the A PAPPOOL sides to form a bag that opens on top and pin to the nightdress so the baby cannot crawl out. Add a lightweight jacket in cooler weather for warmth.
Oyster colored linen coats and waist patterns feature floral embroidery and lace insertions with waists priced at 3.50 and 4.00. The article also notes home made collar sets, embroidered belts, and decorative pin cushions, plus fashion tips for monograms on lingerie and chemises. A separate brief reports Gains Renown for Swift MacNeill in the House of Commons and a daily joke exchange from Detroit Free Press.
A brief, practical guide describes making a writing table from plain white wood such as fret work stock or a box. The back measures ten inches by six inches, sides share depth, and the bottom piece is five and a half by ten inches. Three small trays hold pins stamps and an ink bottle.
The article describes making a postcard and letter partition with wooden sides sanded smooth and joined by screws or glue. Top edges are scalloped with fretwork, and the partition length matches the back, with varnish staining after assembly. Cardboard trays are covered with matching bookbinder's paper.
A miscellany on diet and beauty emphasizing moderation in eating for a clear complexion. It covers skin care with a home orange flower skin food recipe and a simple lavender scented lotion. The notes note gardening by Miss Frances Wolseley and a London job advertisement in England.
A simple marine telescope built from thin board glass and sealing wax lets mariners observe underwater depth and life. The device uses a glass end sealed in wax, placed in water while the observer watches through the submerged end, enabling a clear underwater view from a seated position.
Orison Swett Marden’s Success Magazine excerpt lists common failure pitfalls for youth. It cautions against dawdling indecision risky choices at the racetrack and trusting unworthy people while urging discipline planning and self improvement.
Advice from Our Fourfooted Friends on dog care emphasizes fresh water at night, kennels raised off the ground to prevent rheumatism, and avoiding chaining as cruelty. It warns against letting old dogs roam unsupervised and urges two daily walks, cautioning against dogs chasing bikes or cars to prevent health issues.
Cardinal Gibbons warned that corruption in public office and finance stems from the trouble of money not its level. He said money’s danger lies in the ambition to acquire it for extravagant display, which often leads to dishonor and disgrace.
A fragment cites Town Topics about net work shirt waists and backs, and a Record-Herald joke exchange on bank examiners and stolen amounts. The dialogue hints at everyday concerns and humor without clear narrative detail.
Katrina imagines a picnic with Sister Nell's bo and misspent plans but makes a happy surprise for her mother. They share tea, a quaint blue silk outfit, a garland of paper roses, and a celebratory feast under the apple tree with currant tarts and chestnuts roasted on coals.
The Iowa highway commission hosted a road officers training institute at Iowa State College. Prof. W H Stevenson notes about 100000 miles of public roads require 4456 dollars in annual road taxes. Trained crews could maintain and improve roads without raising taxes, and a good roads school could become a key solution. Demonstrations included earth roads built with graders, and several road drags shown by experts.
Five road drags including the King drag and the Stevenson ditch cleaner were shown by their inventors. The commission will test each type on earth roads and publish results. Also noted were shifts toward durable concrete culverts reinforced with steel. Sheep in the Orchard suggests using guarded sheep to harvest fallen fruit to reduce codling moths. The Sick Cow advises isolating ill cattle and consulting a veterinarian. if serious, better to call one. Peach Tree Borer warns timely investigation to prevent hidden damage to trees.
The main thing with the cow is her feed and that of her offspring for quality stock. Without proper feeding the granddaughter will be a scrub and worthless. The farm telephone proves its worth by quick repairs and avoiding stock shortages.
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