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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1906
Page
2
Fashion notes describe a plaited skirt pattern in wood brown mohair with belding silk, suited for coats and gowns. Details cover fabric yardage, sizes, and construction for a 22 to 42 inch waist, plus variations for chemisette and collar. Also described is a child’s coverall or creeping apron in blue linen and ginghams for early movement.
Fragment describes a fashion item with fitted frame, adjustable waist, and long sleeves. Mentions ashtrasaet brown taffeta trim and a graceful, versatile silhouette designed to appeal to many wearers.
An advertising notice for a correspondence finance course offered by the New York College of Finance. It promises a three month introductory period and a six month full course, with positions secured for graduates. Enrollment costs include one dollar for membership and the first week’s lessons, with executive offices at 79-36 Wall Street, New York City.
A vintage pattern description for a fitted coat with an attached vest in dark blue chiffon broadcloth. Includes long or three-quarter sleeves, a belted embroidered vest, and a stand collar. Available in yardage options and sizes 32 to 42 inch bust, showcasing an Oriental chic look.
The article describes a sewing pattern for a Peter Pan style dress with a tun front, patch pocket, roll over cuffs, and a turn over collar. It notes materials including cotton, linen, and light weight flannels suitable for ant Wan season. Sizes fourteen and sixteen are offered with yardage figures for 44 inch wide fabric.
Pattern 6439 outlines a white lawn dress for girls aged 6 to 14 with embroidered bretelles and belt trim. It includes a guimpe with tucked front and plain back, with neckline and waist finished by bretehes. Materials vary and sizes cover 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14 years.
Popular inland sea resort Mackinac Island is described as easily accessible by D. and C. Coast Line steamers four times weekly from Cleveland Toledo and Detroit. Notable features include scenic views and ample fishing facilities in the Mabkinge region. Bend two cent stamp for booklet titled The Walryiald. Address D. and C. Navigation Co. Detroit, Mich.
The article extols hardy foods as ideal for mothers and children, noting simple, easily digested meals boost nutrition and growth. It praises Henry brand foods as economical, claiming a 10 to 15 meal supply from a single 3 4 10 cent package, with affordable costs and healthy benefits for brains nerves bones and muscles.
An old advertisement argues Electra-gen kills disease germs in air and water, purifying blood and toning the body. It claims no alcohol or opiates, priced 50 cents to a dollar, with a 50 cent bottle free offer by sending name and address to The Hiedragen Co. Fremont, Ohio, and notes sale at Eady Drug Store.
Cambridge Springs in Venango valley is praised as healthful retreat from Cleveland. The article extols mineral waters baths and scenery, touts affordable rates, hotel lodging, and pleasant drives with special Erie Railroad excursion fare of 60 cents for a parlor car, encouraging readers to seek guides at the Garfield Building in Cleveland.
A Daily notice advertises Cedar Point and Return for $1.08 valid Sept 2 to Sept inclusive. The Lake Shore Electric Ry promotes the Grand Carnival at the Point with hourly service. An old slogan touts Kennedy's Laxative Hose ay and Tar as a cough remedy stating it contains no opiates and is sold by druggists.
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