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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1908
Page
1
The British House of Lords advanced Lord Avebury’s bill to a second reading amid overall support for bird protection but doubts about effectiveness. It bans import of wild bird plumage for sale, allows museum specimens with license, and imposes penalties.
Army and Navy Journal notes Gov Johnson promotes stable government among non Christian tribes in Mindanao. He urges natives to abandon nipa huts for wooden houses with army officer dwellings shown as examples. The shift aims to curb disease and raise living standards amid broader imperial moves and other global policy signals.
The article describes three blouse designs: a lawn dress bodice with tucked muslin vest and edged embroidery. a pale blue zephyr blouse with gathered shoulders and openwork insertions. and a flouncing embroidery blouse with tucked center pieces and lace edged collar.
Step by step instructions describe making a bolero wrap using wool and a No 12 hook. Include chain rows, tricot stitches, double crochet, armholes, fronts, and edging to counter curling, with measurements and repetitions for a fitted outcome.
The guide explains cleaning wings with a naphtha and French chalk cream, dried then brushed. It notes a starch paste for minor soil and a hot French chalk treatment for grease on a parasol, followed by gasoline washes and a caution to avoid heat or fire.
A discussion of 1910s fashion trends notes sleeves shrinking to avoid heavy silhouettes while fullness remains near the arm. Hats grow larger despite critics, waistlines not emphasized, walsta shortened, and throats elongated with close high collars finished with lace or net ruching.
Indianapolis story portrays John W Kern as a witty amiable Indiana politician and former school teacher. It notes his avoidance of a Curran nickname, his early teaching days, social satire, health recovery, and distinctive chin whiskers as part of his public persona.
Chicago Illinois August 1912 Genial Gene Chafin a Wisconsin born attorney and key Prohibition party figure in Illinois is named by the party as its presidential nominee He has long served as a state leader and was a former candidate for Illinois governor and Wisconsin attorney general He moved to Chicago in 1901 and has authored Lives of the Presidents and Lincoln the Man of Sorrows.
Vienna unveils the first Brahms monument at Karlsplatz in view of his former home. Sculptor Prof Weyr created figures using white Landes marble and Carrara marble for the muse, with Istrian stone pedestal. Critics praise the likeness and overall concept but ridicule the muse's lyre pose. Brahms died in 1897 after a life largely spent in Austria.
The article notes white broadcloth costumes braided in black are too conspicuous for women with few gowns. It suggests braiding a dark costume with a light braid so the braid can be removed later and the gown worn with a contrasting coat.
A new drapery material priced at 19 cents a yard is praised for beauty and cool appearance. It resembles scrim or cotton voile, features printed floral and stripe patterns on a dull ecru ground with tulip motifs, suitable for window curtains and other summer draperies.
New petticoats are sold for the latest sheath dresses and they are made on the circular plan so there will be no fullness at hips or knees. Those who wear sheath dresses most correctly wear no petticoats, but with thin dresses in use in America one petticoat is usually necessary and when made in tight fitting style it does not interfere with the gown’s graceful set.
The Batavia New York school district experiments with Pestalozzian principles by adding an extra room teacher to assist pupils falling behind. Results show improved pupil health, reduced nagging by teachers, and higher high school graduation rates. The program spreads to other U S schools, with strong support for its focus on individual capability.
In Aden Consul Masterson reports three quarters of last year’s imports are American made carriages and carts. U S hickory wagons endure hot climates, with 160 public carriages in Aden built in the United States. Wealthy Arabs favor victorias and American harness for lighter, efficient travel.
A man discharged from the Isle of Wight asylum recounts his decade long career as a professional lunatic. He twice feigned madness to gain admission as dangerous, was released as a sham, and after recent street disturbance in Cowes was sent to the workhouse then back to the asylum before being turned away by the medical superintendent. He has since avoided authorities.
Railroad President Harriman achieves a sub three day cross continent voyage, a feat rivalling early era explorers. The piece recalls 1840s California gold rush pioneers and notes the shortening travel time from six months to seventy one hours, crediting bold, persistent men who built the transcontinental route.
A reflective line laments reform zeal as men withdraw from earthly life to seek heaven and wash the world with their tears.
Mrs. Herman Smith of 901 Brock Street Athens Georgia recounts kidney illness that led to weakness and swelling. Doctors failed to help but Dean's Kidney Pills were used at a critical moment and she credits them with saving her. Sold by dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A quirky scene unfolds with Billy Block declaring a shot at a canary bird as he bungles a game in Toydom. The comic tone hints at a playful moment amid toy adventures and mishaps.
In a playful exchange the Patient offers to serenade the Dentist every night for a month to settle a debt. The Dentist tentatively agrees, asking for the nature of the business while the Patient reveals plans of a Chol man band serenade effort.
Important to Mothers urges careful examination of every bottle of Castoria to ensure it is a safe and sure remedy for infants and children, reminding caregivers to verify labeling, dosage, and authenticity before use.
A humorous exchange contrasts Towne on dressing cheaply with Browne’s retort about expectations. The ad tone shifts to praising Lewis' Single Binder cigars as consistently high quality from Peoria, and closes with a proverb about coats of arms not concealing family secrets.
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