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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
19
In Washington a crowd observes a man drinking with two young women remarking on heredity and manners. One criticizes his drinking while another defends him noting past social norms and the color of heredity. The discussion touches on changes from old times to today and the role of women in judging behavior.
A chaotic street near the capitol shows shops selling lacquer wares and porcelains as a crowd marvels at a moment of cross cultural pride. A passing woman recalls an old house while workers debate China’s future and the Stars and Stripes. A jolly man calls out hello to yellow men, embodying a controversial idea of brotherhood and progress.
Women gather in a park waiting for a famous motion picture star during a Liberty Loan event. Rain falls as photographers swarm around Jackson's statue base. A Washington girl, mistaken for the star, explains she is seeking her own Alm star, highlighting confusion at the publicity stunt.
Boeniled patrons and bootleggers face a $50 collateral for alcohol related offenses, rising to $75 or $100 if disorderly conduct or assault accompanies intoxication. Police record show 75 percent forfeit collateral rather than appear in court, a tactic viewed as encouraging drinking.
Miss Jane A Delano of the American Red Cross explains to nurses how the wartime insurance bill extends to army and navy nurse corps, offering protection for nurses and dependents at set rates. She appeals to American women to support and back nurses with sympathy, protection, and practical help.
Smart checks in dark tones such as two shades of brown, black and white, appear in spring coats for the small girl. Bright colors like blue rose green and tin are used with velours serges and novelty cloths. Styles include elongated waists, plaited skirts, high waist and bolero jackets, and straight coats with belts of self material.
A fashion note describes quilting in silk and satin used in a new gown. It features a knife plaited georgette skirt, directoire cent bolice, quilted satin panel back, and long sleeves with an oversized collar. The frock is paired with a black fit termined with corn flowers.
Fashion notes describe evening gowns by Dinek with satin foundation and overlaid tulle. Some outfits are trimmed with jet or gold embroidery, showcasing refined decoration and luxurious textures in formal wear.
Sweater coats and variations dominate this season with sleeveless satin and velvet options entering the scene. Knitted pullovers in turquoise blue and rose pink pair with white collars and belts, while the silk sweater coat features a short yoke and saddle-bag pockets. Designers revive 70s to 90s trims with serge folds and cable cords for bold accents on gowns.
In a playful ethical tale, Sammy Sausage argues that children are sensible as pigs mockingly debate. The animals debate discovery and appetite, noting mud pies and meals reveal kidlike cleverness, while Grandfather Porky and Miss Ham weigh pride and perception.
An old advertisement claims Freezone relieves corn pain instantly by application and allows lifting the corn with fingers. It touts a druggist selling a small bottle at a few cents, calling Freezone the discovery of a Cincinnati genius and promising removal of hard and soft corns and callouses without pain or irritation.
A porter and a lady argue over bringing a dog aboard a Pullman car. The dog is described as quiet and harmless, but staff insist dogs are not allowed, leaving the owner unable to board with the pet. The humorous exchange centers on whether the dog is indeed alive or dead.
A cryptic piece describes tempering a rare tenset from a Chinese merchant by placing it in cold water and slowly warming to a ball to endure heat. It also includes a proverb about a girl needing one man of sand to win her and notes a joke that needs explanation isn’t worth telling.
An appeal urges spring health checks with a blood tonic recipe and Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery. It promotes Diet to prevent kidney disease and a uric acid solvent Anurle, offering trial packages by mail, with addresses to Buffalo New York.
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