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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1907
Page
2
Lightweight skirts with nine gores and tucks hide fullness, shown in sapphire pongee and plaid fabrics. The pattern 5587 fits 22 to 32 inch waists, mail order from the Fashion Department. kit includes material estimates and a small postage fee. Pattern 5592 for girls 14 and 16 follows similar bias cut plaits and back fullness, mail order with similar postage.
An advice essay argues marriage and motherhood drain women physically and looks at remedies. Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery are promoted as cures and tonics for female ailments, with claims of no alcohol and endorsements by medical authorities. The piece warns against miracle results and notes possible limits of treatment while urging consultation with Dr. Pierce.
An orange stick daily to push back cuticles. Loosen ericite around nails and shape with a file. Rub cold cream at night to prevent dryness and brittleness. Dry hands thoroughly after washing and wipe fingers downward to maintain tapered nails.
A proposed rule urges all contractors to seal and submit bids at a set time and place. Bids would be opened simultaneously to curb bid peddling and prevent later contracting with higher bidders. The exchange aims to remove impersonation and fake pitches in bidding.
The East Side Card Club held a refined Monday gathering at Peter Wagner's home to honor Mrs. Robert Nederer as she leaves for Oakland to join her husband. The write ups mention social chatter and winter winds as the scene sets.
The Citizens Savings Trust Co files a demurrer in Ivish v Woroswyz, asserting the petition fails to state facts. It alleges Kate Davis owed taxes to Loraine County on personal property and that the administrator seeks to attach her bank deposits, with the bank noting the measurer has no greater claim than other creditors and awaiting proof of the administrator’s rights.
A forgotten 1900 plot against Napoleon III near the Théâtre Français was foiled when a barrel of gunpowder was found in a private dining room above the imperial box. The plan, kept secret for days, involved two young Russians who repeatedly dined with their own caviare before the attempt was halted.
The piece discusses Turkish political prisoners and the harsher option of transportation versus execution, noting public indifference to death sentences but ongoing brutality by guards. It cites reported brutality near Basra and reflects on Samuel Taylor Coleridge as a major yet flawed figure in nineteenth century literature.
Dr Richard Hodgson who died in November claims via spirit communication with Professor James Hyslop and Dr Isaac Funk that death is pleasant and that souls travel through a “delightful” ether. The Funk & Wagnalls book reports Hodgson’s messages through Mrs Piper and notes discussions with the Society of Psychical Research about afterlife experiences and ongoing communications.
Archibald Clavering Gunter died recently and as a young author he could not find a regular publisher for Mr. Barnes so he published it himself. The novel originated as a promo for a play and a California stay sparked interest from a hotel guest and her friends, prompting a risky self publication despite initial sales failures.
The article outlines a mail car design for the United States with adequate automation for sorting and collecting mail. It mentions a fifteen foot overall length, five foot height, a 112 metre wheelbase, a weather protected driver’s area, and interior spaces for sorting items into racks and mail bags.
Eli Smith from Nome Alaska completed a overland dog team journey to Washington with seven dogs, winning a $10000 wager. He left Nome on November 14 1905 and arrived near the White House after fifteen months and six days, presenting the sled and teams to President Roosevelt and family.
The article notes a revival of the nightcap, once worn by women a century ago, now revived by fashionable ladies. Drapers record headgear of this kind becoming essential in wardrobes, included with trousseaus. The nightcap described is a dainty cambric lace piece with ribbons, credited to physicians and elaborate coiffures for its renewed popularity.
The advertisement touts new accommodations near both major rail stations, centrally located in the shopping and theatre district. It lists American plan rates from 2 to 3.50 dollars per day and European plan from 1 to 25 dollars per day.
Listing of dairy eggs poultry and farm staples with current prices and ranges including butter creamery at 33 124c state and western prints 34 34c and eggs at 27c state. Describes vegetables fruits and grains with car lot and store price variants. Also notes B. & Q Chicago and West train departures from Elyria at 6:45 am and 4 17 pm daily except Sundays.
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