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Newspaper
Encampment Echo
Location
Encampment, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1920
Page
3
A London An swers piece notes Joseph Hergesheimer, renowned in England, dining at a New York restaurant. He criticizes commercialism in literature telling a waiter the art money should be no object but no objection either in these times.
A historical note describes an ordinary aircraft containing about a mile of wire running through its interior. The text highlights complex wiring used for navigation and system control aboard the craft.
A detective recounts his most complete fraud case, revealed on a train. He describes a charming yet temperamental woman he married, noting her angelic looks contrasted by a whirlwind temper and a serpent’s cunning.
Critic Brander Matthews urges American short stories to prioritize beauty over cash and warns against mercenary writing. A tale he heard is praised for realism, prompting his remark on the craft. The discourse touches on value, realism, and reward in fiction.
Fashion notes recount the return of long court trains in postwar dressmaking with simpler lines and dignified elaboration. Lanvin showcases white satin gowns with embroidered trains and a black satin version with bands crossing the bodice. Trains appear on many informal evening frocks as sash trains, while some gowns feature uneven hems, draped sides, and scarves that decorate the hem or belt.
Fragmentary note describes brilliancy in brocades woven by notable fabric makers. Mentions bags and intricate patterns, suggesting high craftsmanship. Details are incomplete but imply luxury textiles and expert weaving traditions.
An old promotional ad praises Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root claiming kidney, liver, and bladder benefits based on sworn testimonials. It offers a sample bottle by mail from Dr Kilmer Co with ten cent request and mentions availability in drug stores.
In a classroom discussion reported by the Indianapolis News a student proposed spinster as the feminine form of widower. The others argued widow is correct. A participant clarified that a grass widow differs by having avoided a man while a spinster desires but lacks a partner.
A playful barroom remark turns into a scene as a man jokes that his wife will borrow trouble and another patron offers to lend it to her, highlighting a witty exchange over their woes. The exchange captures lighthearted local color and character dynamics.
Collected excerpts from Edna Ferber’s Twelve Hundred a Year and a Boston Transcript dialogue. The piece contrasts professor and janitor pay, notes similar German condition, and recalls a classroom anecdote about a pupil writing a sketch of Miss Brown with amber hair green beads smart and unfriendly traits.
Two heads are better than one but some lecturers want about its heads to a discouras.
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