All That Glitters Fans and Ornaments Then And Now
The piece surveys imitation silver amber and tortoise shell in combs and headpieces worn with high or low coiffures. It notes real silver labels, expensive jewels, and chic fans of quills and ostrich feathers, with images of Madame Flore Revaille and a jet crowned tam o shanter. It highlights silver lace chemises and metal cloths, the holiday season appeal, and pricing as a measure of beauty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madame Flore Revaille
Attractive Blouse with Bishop Sleeves and Soutache Detailing
Describes an linen silk chiffon blouse with bishop sleeves and a high collar that opens down the front. Neck loops and crocheted buttons rise to a low decollete. The fronts feature soutache braid, black silk ribbon highlights at the waist and cuffs, and tasselled ends.
Shakespeare as a Poacher and the Lessons of Restraint
A reflection on parental absence and discipline argues restraint without overbearing control. It contrasts home and school discipline, urges guiding leadership over mere admonition, and asserts children grow through self direction rather than external policing.
Saving Sense of Humor in Minds and Nations
The piece argues that a delicate mental balance requires a saving trait of humor to prevent mind jolt. It suggests humor preservation varies by race or nation, more developed in America and Britain than in Prussia and Turkey, and ties the trait to good physical condition and national resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Great Britain
Prussia
Turkey
Minneapolis Journal
India
Late Night Grillroom Exchange Stirs Stranger
In a large city a nervous stranger asks how long the orchestra will play in the grillroom. A clerk replies for several more hours. The man asks to leave a cal to be woken, then declines. He requests a sleep aid instead.
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Scott
Bliggins Viewed As Anarchist By Some Readers
Readers debate Bliggins as an anarchist with mixed feelings. Some hope reform may come as observers note even anarchists face social pressure to associate with him and reconsider their stance.
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Bliggins
Points of good dairy cow and milk production
University of Arizona advice describes the dairy cow as a machine to maximize milk from feed. It stresses ideal dairy points, including medium to large size, angular outline, feminine appearance, long neck, strong back, open ribs, silky coat, and a large high udder with prominent mammary veins for efficient milk yield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. Williams
Department of
On i Husbandry
University of Arizona
Calving Care in Cooler Weather Stresses Cow Comfort
Iowa State College cautions farmers that calving cows need more shelter and gentle care in cooler weather. Experts advise roomy box stalls, light feed, warm non iced water, and assistance at parturition to prevent retained afterbirth and subsequent inflammation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillette
Iowa State College
Fight Against Impure Milk in Deteriorating Cans Warning
A warning on contaminated milk warns of death from dirty cans and cracking tin. The article notes fissures allow milk water and acid leakage and cans becoming unfit for use, citing a long serving can shown in a photo ending with insufficient text.
Inspecting Milk Cans to Prevent Unsanitary Use
Dented and leaky milk cans with large lead patches threaten sanitation. Cremeries condensaries and city dealers must inspect vessels regularly and remove rusty or broken cans promptly to stop unsafe milk.
Made a Mees of It at Social Evening
A woman sang for guests during a social evening. A guest gaped at a meek man beside her and asked who she was. The man replied that the singer was his wife and that the other guest should hear her sing better selections. He then reveals he is the author of the song.
Odd Remedies and Humorous Snippets From Papers
A collage of old advertisements for Cuticura and Dr. Peery's products promises quick relief from skin troubles and parasites. It also includes a Kansas City Star quip about a mock murder and a miscast business joke from a college graduates exchange.
Taffy Time Delayed by Family Friction
In a playful quarrel a mother and father decide to postpone taffy making due to headaches and noise worries. Tam, one child, resists the delay while siblings debate the outcome of mischief versus permission.
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Papa Hara
Tam
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