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Newspaper
Encampment Echo
Location
Encampment, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1928
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Talcum Powder as a scented economical powder for face skin and baby use. It claims the trio soap ointment and talcum render other perfumes unnecessary and promotes honest critique over flattery.
A methodical housekeeper faces severe criticism from family as she cleans out closets after discovering a moth in her flat. Her mother-in-law intrudes with guests and, seeing the chaos, exclaims in indignation that she brought two delegates to visit in preference to her daughter.
The article outlines a folding sewing screen built from 10 feet of 1 1 4 by 1 3 4 inch lumber two 1 1 2 inch hinges burlap pockets and a drop shelf. It lists supplies needles threads pins scissors and a tape measure plus tips on color selection and making wood stains from walnut hulls for a brown finish.
An old USDA recipe explains sifting flour with baking powder salt and sugar then mixing in beaten eggs melted shortening and milk to form a smooth batter. Whites folded in last if used. Waffle irons must be clean and greased, batter placed in each compartment, cooked until browned on both sides.
A kitchen card index offers quick tips to save time and worry in cleaning and cooking. It covers mildew stain removal with soupy starch and milk, cleaning gilt frames with egg white, choosing enamel stove trays, brushing out ovens, frying with cloves for nut dough flavor, and washing corsets with careful scrubbing and drying.
A New York Times fashion note describes spring wedding attire with Victorian influence. Brides wear white organdie gowns with drooping hats, while bridesmaids in blue and mauve taffeta show subtle color variation. emphasis on full skirts, lace, and duchess lace berths.
A Pittsburgh mother praises Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a safe tonic for new mothers and recommends it publicly. The ad notes many similar reports of postnatal weakness and stresses the product’s herbal, drug-free formulation safe for nursing mothers.
Advert Tone: claims many suffer kidney disease undetected. Promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as effective remedy. Cites insurer interview noting kidney illness causes insurance rejections. Appeals for sample by mail order. includes generic warning about dishonesty.
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