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Newspaper
Dubuque Sunday Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1900
Page
14
An article surveys women competing in basketball and bowling, praising basketball's fitness benefits and noting bloomers and modesty issues. It explains game rules for basketball and bowling, outlines equipment and scoring terms, and discusses athletic ideals and Greek standards of female form.
A vivid fashion description highlights a bold Mock ensemble featuring embroidered taffeta in pale blue hydrangea accents. The outfit includes a knee depth fan panel dress with yellow lace inlays, a bolero, mousseline blouse, broad sash, and a rough straw hat displaying a rose wreath.
The text praises women’s clubs for promoting forestry as forests are rapidly depleted. It notes the silkworm food tree as profitable to plant in certain areas and suggests teaching children to rear silkworms for commercial gains in the future.
The description notes cherry shaped buttons along the bust to skirt line and silk cord borders at the hem. A large modified sailor collar with big revers defines the coat, while a cherry colored silk belt and chemisette complete the outfit.
A recipe line describes making soup seasoned with salt and a touch of grated nutmeg. It instructs to stir in a dessert spoonful of chopped parsley and to serve as soon as thoroughly hot, with fried bread served on the side.
Hygienic concerns dismiss waist support for children's clothes. Two main options exist for securing petticoats: attach to stays or create princess style from shoulder to hip. A simple back opening with wide hem facings offers neat appearance without heavy materials.
Mrs I B Hunt of Lime Ridge Vic faced a dire stomach illness and yellow jaundice as gall stones worsened. A doctor warned there was one chance through an operation. She then used Electric Bitters which cured her, hailed as a wonderful stomach liver and kidney remedy curing dyspepsia and loss of appetite. Sold by T W Ruete Druggist for 50 cents with guarantee.
The article argues for preserving forests and expanding tree planting. It notes trees regulate rainfall, reduce floods, and improve air. Women’s clubs and civic groups promote planting in parks and streets, with school and children’s clubs encouraged to care for shade and fruit trees.
The passage argues that trees influence climate and atmosphere, affecting health and character. It credits forestry circles and women’s clubs with useful public work, praising influence on courage, truth, and beauty in people. Elizabeth Scott Raymond presented these ideas.
The article discusses safe hot bath usage with Turkish and Russian baths being preferred for heat tolerance while lukewarm sponge baths aid recovery. It recommends sea salt foot baths, caution for heart and anaemic conditions, and specifics on Turkish bath duration and post bath skin care. It also covers home bath temperatures, pure water and soap, and finishing skin treatments, plus a fashion note on Mary Scott Rowland’s crape and lace skirt styling.
In a storied tale of Indian history a battle hinged on an elephant carrying the royal standard. After the mahout fell fatally wounded the animal stood unmoving for days, rallying the Maharttas to victory until the mahout’s son arrived to signal a retreat.
Describes hand painted day wear gowns seen in American streets and popular venues. Notes high costs often reaching hundreds to $1,000 for originals in grey crepe de chine. Describes dramatic skirt silhouettes and white chiffon overlays with plaited frills reflecting extravagant fashion trends.
A turquoise blue velvet bag with ribbon embroidery features dogwood blossoms in silk centers and stems. The design uses petals raised from the velvet and contrasts with a silk lining in a complementary pale color. It stores opera glasses or sewing items and closes with a ribbon band and bow.
The Traer area weighs a possible rail line from Dubuque west via Deer Creek to Traer with routes through Vinton Elberon and Traer La Porte. Directors seek a 5 percent tax and right of way under $75 per acre north Tama. Traer could gain a division point boosting population by 200 to 500. surveying teams planned.
The Burlington advertises rapid, reliable railroad travel to Kansas City and western destinations from Dubuque. It urges purchasing fares for top accommodations and offers prompt information via telephone 460 and city depot contact at Second Street.
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