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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1914
Page
11
A spring outdoor wear gown features a wide wale or tivavy whipcord fabric with a simple yet distinguished design. The dress hangs smoothly on the figure, with a narrow skirt gathered into a wide lower band, a plain blouse with a long skirt, a Roman striped ribbon border, white net vest, finned wires, and a contrasting overskirt. Black colonial pumps and black silk hose complete the look.
Julia Bottomley notes fashion shifts as Paris presses three quarters of the hair to show for hats. Styles wave across the forehead and nape, with high coils, front hair drawn forward, and ears mostly covered. Bandeau trims and matching underbrim colors enhance the look.
A vintage collection describes butter cream from half a pound butter with whipped cream and mustard, marzipan shaping from Jordan almonds, baked and tinted fruit shapes, an eggplant stuffing with crumbs nuts and spices, and rhubarb canning guidance. The closing line offers a moral reflection from Jordan.
A compact guide to fish dishes detailing halibut bake with tomato butter sauce, sour cucumber pickles, and an onion curry Salmon, plus Salmon Loaf with cream and breadcrumbs and a fish bisque with oyster liquor. Includes rearnaise sauce steps and general fish preparation notes.
A gentleman requested ladies hosiery at the counter. The clerk asked if it was for his wife or for something more expensive, leaving the doorman astonished by the exchange.
A Chicago News item notes that brainy men who desert their wives are to be examined and suggests ignoring the attractiveness of the deserted wives as a factor. The piece implies new investigative methods aim to provoke reflection.
The excerpt recalls Aunt Dinah, a celebrated Charleston figure who sang joyfully during offerings, prompting late Sunday admonitions from Deacon Alphronius Green about offerings. It also mentions Castoria ads, business as social fabric, fly-killing products, and various1880s era notices and quips, including constipation cures and Red Cross Bull Blue.
A London man, once rejected for his ugliness, is injured in an accident that leaves his face dramatically improved after recovery. He proposes again and is accepted, the ad notes. The rest of the fragment promotes household goods and cosmetics with terse product lines and aphorisms.
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