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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1918
Page
3
A long reader transcription of a domestic economy booklet provides recipes and methods for wartime meals. It covers salads and dressings, cornmeal dishes, baked goods, puddings, soups, and barley based formulas, with step by step instructions and notes on ingredient substitutes and cooking times.
A fragment suggests a discussion of women and work, praising industrious women as a rising ideal. It questions gender roles and the label of “a lady of quality” becoming a mark of merit. The text reflects social expectations and evolving views of female workforce participation.
A fragmentary note portrays Sennatt, editor of the New Vere Méorain, observing a long-running gig’s lull and night off while the reporter claims 100 performances without substantial news. The text shifts to a tangential piece about beer as a historic drink and a cryptic remark on optimistic thought and ancient manuscripts.
In Galveston a domestic tragedy is sketched as a husband in an asylum is reported to have reunited with his wife after a period of separation. Mrs Thelen describes their bond as strengthened though he remains mentally imbalanced.
A New York Times fashion note says fall coats and suits lean toward smartly tailored effects with dark tones and selective color accents. Fabrics favor serges, wool velours, tricotines, silvertones, oxford cloths, and plushes, with trims in net, georgette, or organdie ribbons.
Ideal for morning wear this cafe au lait crepe de chine blouse with a hand-painted design plus a black satin skirt. The blouse stitching and artistry elevate it beyond the ordinary for a refined early day ensemble.
Georgette crepe net and chiffon trims allow ordinary women to refurbish summer hats. A fashion writer notes the ease of transforming worn headwear with lightweight materials, enabling stylish updates even without advanced millinery skill.
A girl wears a one piece black and white checkered bathing suit suitable for swimming canoeing or beach rolling. It falls from the shoulders, is held by a belt, and forms a divided skirt. The fabric is square figured taffeta with a narrow black taffeta trim.
Summer sills in gingham patterns vie with real ginghams for morning frocks. The favored garments are simple to wear, with silk noted as the coolest material. Women at Palos Beach show a style set featuring white piques with wide bandage trim and fresh silk contrasts against chalky white pique.
A historical note describes the spring clothespin as versatile beyond hanging wash. It suggests using clothespins as paper clips, to secure wrapping paper, bags, and more. It mentions using a short string or cord to fasten items, enabling the pins to hold lightweight wraps or cords.
A New York Herald correspondent notes knitted garments remain vital for soldiers and Red Cross needs, then turn to domestic use. French fashion spreads influence America with knitted skirts suits capes coats and jackets described as jackets not sweaters. Coral tones and vivid stripes dominate children’s knit frocks coats hats and suits seen in rural French style.
The article encourages selecting washable neckwear that can endure regular laundry. It notes some delicate pieces resist washing and may lose freshness after rubbing, but suggests rub-fast fabrics suit those without a personal maid or large dress allowance.
Readers who contribute by knitting and wearing gingham are highlighted in a feature on gingham blouses and coordinating hats and bags. The piece notes hats and bags use materials from satin and organza to crepe and straw, with attention to matching outfits.
The passage extols a silk suit as a perfect summer outfit. It adapts to occasions with elegance, needing only a coordinating hat to mark the hour of the day. A tam of rough straw suits morning wear, while a broad trimmed or feathered hat enhances its dressy side.
An advertisement notes a nilsan seal visible on nemy cuts of duvetyn and velour. It highlights autumn color options like mahogany, nigger brown, battleship gray, and wavy patterns as more effective for the seal effect.
William A. Radford invites readers to submit building questions to 187 Prairie Avenue Chicago for expert advice on home planning and construction. He stresses balancing exterior appeal with practical, usable interior space and warns that misaligned ideas or excessive costs waste value.
A collage of home design notes praises practical layouts with a wide porch and economical stairs, then shifts to a historical excerpt on Massachusetts minting from 1652. It includes John Hull as mintmaster, pine-tree coinage, and ends with a wartime camp-meetin humor piece and a brief Army intelligence vignette.
The article notes that chance determines which poker hands players receive and cites that 2,788,060 five card hands exist from a standard deck. It discusses the role of shuffling, fair play, and mentions Horace Mann and kitchen oilcloth as related snippets about everyday topics.
A devotional piece on aging from Paul's example, noting how old age can bring productivity in writing, study, prayer, preaching, and hope. It cites Paul the Aged writing Epistles in prison, encourages elderly readers to stay useful, read broadly, pray constantly, and share faith, with references to Timothy, Philippians, and John 1:12. It ends urging study of a single life-changing book, the Bible.
A compact note set features quotes on uniting with Christ through self surrender, the power of divine atonement, and Scriptural influence on republican ideals. It cites The Gleaner, Selected Teachings, and Patrick Beary praising the Bible as the greatest book, with emphasis on heart submission and rest in Christ.
In a beachside chat, Mrs. Sally and Mrs. Susan Seal discuss how seal mothers recognize their own pups among thousands. They explain that seals know their darlings, unlike humans who struggle with mixed families. The mothers describe shared life among dozens of seal families and their fears, especially the whale threat, while noting their playful nature and strong maternal bonds.
The piece discusses Gilbert and Sullivan satire, noting William Gilbert as its author and his response to a judge claiming his Trial by Jury debases the bench. A humorous tone highlights the wit and targets mock the legal world and theatre.
A fragment reflects on keeping a cheerful demeanor and a kind heart even when others rely on help. It mentions sincerity, public spirit, and the value of a hopeful attitude in daily life.
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