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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1926
Page
19
Julia Boytombly reports on velvet as the fabric of choice for entertaining outfits and party favors. The feature highlights harmonica favors for men, rose pincushions, and velvet-only ensembles in chiffon and heavy weights, with Paris-inspired velvet frocks and accessories. It notes velvet as luxurious yet economical with adaptable pieces for day and evening wear.
The article recounts Scotland’s struggle against England from Batuol’s puppet rule to Wallace’s peasant army at Stirling, Wallace’s defeat, and Bruce’s rise to king. It notes Bruce’s inspiration from a spider, the Bannockburn victory, and the eventual union of crowns in 1603 under James I of England.
A brief exchange recalls a muddy coffee remark and a concession that the brew may be too weak to endure the strain. The quip highlights a casual dispute over strength and quality of the beverage.
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