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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1910
Page
12
A fragmented description discusses new decorative novelties and a novel skirt lifting device named a “nurt hanger” that uses a vertical rod and adjustable pin to lift a skirt. It explains measuring and chalk marking the fabric to place the lift correctly, with references to delicate materials and manipulation without bending.
A detailed guide discusses attire for older women focusing on fabrics colors and tailoring choices. It covers acceptable color palettes from purples to maroons soft ash shades and the importance of comfort fit for necklines sleeves and skirt lengths. Styling notes include plaits girdles bonnets and box plaits with practical adaptations for mobility and modesty while outlining preferred tailoring and accessory restraint.
A spoof baseball feature centers on Mike Kelley and Barnum the promoter unveiling a unique Indian rubber player named Jarbo. The piece describes a dramatic late rally for the Hypnotic Sulphur Stars against the Hly sian Live Wires, with Svengali hypnotizing players, a controversial umpire call, and a record breaking steal of three bases in one sequence.
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