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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1909
Page
13
Mary E. Hood explains methods for administering medicines to infants and young children. She covers handling a child’s fear and resistance, using calm firmness or gentle discipline as needed, and notes liquid forms can ease dosing. The piece warns against deceit and stresses that medicine is necessary for health.
A northern newspaper column by Margaret Mixter advises hot baths and hot drinks to induce perspiration and break a cold. It stresses bed rest after the bath, layered warmth, and careful post-bath precautions to avoid another chill, plus a hot lemonade if no medicine is used.
An authority explains home dyeing care. Oil or grease in fabric defeats dye. Soak suspected greased garments 30 minutes in warm water and ammonia, then rinse before dyeing. If ammonia is unavailable use cool water and soap. Castile soap is suitable but floating soap will not work.
The text discusses easy fancy dress costumes for amateurs including a Spanish dancer copy outfit suitable for brunettes with gilt braid and an Eton jacket. It also notes a troubadour style ensemble a black velvet Eton coat with gilt trim and fitted knickerbockers finished with a broad silk sash, ideal for a small man.
Guidance appears fragmentary detailing silk cleaning steps. The text mentions unpicking the garment and brushing, followed by grating, but lacks complete instructions or context for safe care.
An era article discusses corset fit and style, noting that true elegance depends on clever shaping rather than natural form. It praises expert corsetieres who balance fashion with comfort, highlights rubber backed models for stout figures, and outlines lacing choices and table service details.
A fragmentary image on dining room hints about buying tablecloths mentions a generous fall and a seventy two inch length, suggesting guidance on measurements and fitting. The text is incomplete and lacks full context for a definitive item.
The latest belt fashion features elastic belts in black, white, gray, taupe, fawn and bold colors like navy, emerald, purple and red. New embossed weaves include acorn and nugget designs with pearl or engraved buckles. Kid belts appear in arts and crafts tones, while the Salome girdle with crushed ivory ends and pearl strands makes a dramatic statement.
From the American Register in London comes a feature on summer gowns highlighting exquisite embroideries. Borders in white or delicate shades, openwork and cushion embroidery, drawnwork, and inset lace showcase rich fabrics like jabot mull and baltiste. The piece predicts a strong embroidery season with wide borders and custom, order-like finishes.
The article urges intelligent dental care to avoid cavities and costly dentist bills. It advises rinsing with bicarbonate of soda after meals and before bed, applying precipitated chalk for receding gums, and choosing gentle yet effective toothbrushes. Regular rotation of two brushes is recommended to keep them dry and lasting longer.
The piece notes rose colored pink as a chic shade for children's clothing. Coats hats and slips for girls are shown in silk cashmere chiffon messaline and similar fabrics. Coats use broadcloth with fur trimmed collars and a turnover collar edged in fur. A rose beaver sailor hat completes the ensemble.
The instructions state using turpentine to clear blocked water pipes. Pour a tablespoonful into the pipe and cover the mouth to keep fumes inside.
A Boston Post tip advises adding half a cup of cider vinegar to the stove while cooking cabbage to prevent the strong odor. The method is presented as a simple kitchen aid for better aroma management.
Street wear favored coats shown in satin broadcloth tweed and serge for spring wear. Pointed back coat suits business and afternoon use while a panel back style suits reception or carriage wear. Recommend sturdy pasteboard or fabric boxes to store scraps and remnants for repairs and future use.
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