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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1908
Page
12
A working woman seeks thrifty methods to stay neat in heat. Tips include washing no iron collars, using ribbon stocks, paste drying on a mirror, chamois gloves care, blotting paper under stays, transferable yokes from pocket handkerchiefs, and washing silk ribbon to clean white shoes for low cost.
Advertisement asserts millions have used Foley's Honey and Tar with only beneficial results for coughs colds and lung trouble. It warns that the genuine yellow package contains no opiates or harmful drugs and urges buyers to guard their health by choosing the real product.
Clarence Heckman travels to New York for a brief visit prior to departing for the western plant to assume the duties of superintendent at the General Electric works.
Birds indicate rain as signs for weather outlook. Parrots and canaries watchful the evening before a storm. Peacocks roosting signal rain. Robins singing loudly in the morning denotes rain entries.
Fashion notes highlight velveteen as a fine quality fabric favored this season. The piece mentions glossy finishes and ultra costs, signaling a refined, upscale look for smart attire. More details remain unread due to fragmented source text.
The article describes duck wing and wistaria tones in millinery for all complexions, satin and feathers styling, and directoire coats with eye-catching pocket flaps. It notes jeweled combs, jeweled barrettes, and ribbons for securing hairpieces, plus a sailor-inspired day suit with knickerbocker trousers and broad box-pleated chest decoration. Pattern advice covers skirts, lengths, tucks, and sleeve alterations for linen coats.
The brief describes an imported satin crepe costume with a tunic skirt and square train. A belted crepe bodice features blue and pink embroidery on blue satin, Junneville lace guimpe, long sleeves, and silver edging. A silver coiffure band completes the look.
A Virginia mother reports Grape Nuts strengthens her and nourishes her four month old baby. She notes she recovered health after childbirth and could nurse the infant while resuming work. The letter, offered by Postum Co. of Battle Creek Michigan, promotes the cereal and advertises The Road to Wellville.
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut says Foley's Kidney Remedy cured his kidney and bladder troubles after failing with other treatments. He reports improvement after two bottles and complete cure after five, claiming to have passed a rigid life insurance examination. Dreier & To promote the product.
The article outlines dietary guidance for young children age two to four, detailing acceptable meals and forbidden foods, includes breakfast and supper patterns, and emphasizes thorough cooking, chewing, and water between meals. It also notes fashion trends with satin fabrics and braid trim in women's garments.
An advertisement urges readers that good health requires healthy kidneys and claims Foley's Kidney Remedy cures kidney and bladder diseases. It asserts prevention of Bright's disease or diabetes when taken timely and promotes Dreier & Ero as sellers.
Soutache braid enters into the composition of the new hats as a decoration. Many of the latest models show innovative trim and texture highlighting this ornamental braid.
An advertisement warns that kidney troubles worsen if untreated and urges immediate use of Foley's Kidney Remedy from Dreier & Bro, cautioning against delaying, as delay may lead to Bright's disease or diabetes. The copy repeats phrases about excoming trifles and stresses prompt action.
An essay-like reflection notes that brightness rather than shadows colors memory. It laments nostalgia for "the days when they were young," questions progress, and concludes the world has always varied, urging patience and sunny mood despite rain.
This costume highlights a new Directoire variation with a half inch black satin god pears on the reverse and waist coat. The wrap and narrow Hercules jacket complete the design.
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