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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1909
Page
15
An etiquette note for office workers on hand care explains pre cleansing grease like vaseline or almond oil, followed by fluid soap to lift dirt. It prescribes warm water, a nail brush, thorough rinsing, and careful drying to prevent cuticle damage and preserve nail shape.
Parents should begin teaching table manners early to prevent disturbances at meals. Children should learn right handed utensil use, drinking from a mug for small hands, careful handling of glassware, and progressing from spoon to fork and knife with proper placement on the plate. Set a good example as children imitate adults to develop neat, deliberate dining habits.
Attractive hats for summer feature smaller crowns and toned down silhouettes. Brims stay restrained while decorations range from ribbons to quills and edible fruit and flower motifs, allowing angled placement for individual wearers.
The article urges proper table manners for children at meals. It advises using napkins from an early age, keeping lips closed while chewing, and eating small portions slowly. Parents should train children to focus on eating and avoid eating with mouths open.
The article argues that the two piece tailor made suit remains in demand despite a trend toward one piece frocks. It notes that warm weather will keep separate skirts and wash blouses popular, with dyed waist coordinates and silk blouses expected to see wide use.
The article describes jet jewelry sets as economical and versatile for all gowns. It lists components such as earrings brooch neck pieces belts and hat pins and notes accompanying options in silver and aluminum tones with semi precious stones like lapis lazuli topaz and amethyst. It advocates one versatile set for multiple outfits and mentions Dame Fashion endorsing jet.
The kilted skirt and knee length loose jumper in blue serge and white duck form a smart combination for girls. It suits tall or slender figures but may overwhelm a plump child. advice favors matching blouse and waist in the same color if chosen. A colored cotton or linen frock with white embroidery on the yoke provides a pretty waist finish.
Elegant hosiery in New York showcases 1909 models priced at $25 a pair. Embroidered designs feature spring flowers and sprays of purple and white on white or lavender silk, with both black and white options in delicate textures.
A description of decorative floral wreaths and garlands using natural colored flowers. It notes affordable stocking prices at five dollars per pair for quality items and contrasts with plain equivalents selling for two dollars. Embroidered and self toned varieties are highlighted with small bronze beads and dainty flowers.
Margaret Mixter extols buttermilk as nourishing and refreshing for all seasons, especially warm weather. She notes low cost, easy digestion, cosmetic uses, and a cleansing method with fresh buttermilk, advising caution when sour and avoiding water during stinging skin sensations.
The article notes a shift from pompadours to hats with the new millinery. Women part hair center or side and puff over ears with back massing to support hats. It warns short broad faces face styling challenges and calls the old turn down collars vulgar as necklines recede.
A mother of three creates small bloomers to pair with each child’s dress, easing wash day and keeping garments cooler. The bloomers fasten above the knees with a loose buttoned strap, avoiding elastic tightness and heavy material use.
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