Reader asks about drying skin and aging at age 21
A subscriber seeks guidance for parched skin despite using cold cream. Advice notes: avoid powder, continue cold cream, wash with cold water in the morning, and refrain from facial massage.
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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 11, 1909
Page
6
Mother's view on childhood discipline and gentle punishment
The author argues mothers should avoid fear and harsh punishments. She cites medical authorities and advocates mild, nontraumatic methods, praising memory, trust, and early childhood happiness. Spanking with a newspaper is discouraged, while ear pulling and door shocks are warned against. She warns against locking in the dark and stresses care for mental and physical growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Debutante Etiquette Rules For Young Society Women
A guide to debutante manners emphasizes avoiding wine, respecting hosts, replying promptly to invitations, and maintaining decorum at luncheons dinners and dances. It advises cultivating all social contacts, arriving on time, staying for the event, and speaking well of hosts and guests to gain popularity.
Inquisitive reader seeks a nose alteration expert
A reader asks for a local specialist who alters defects with a simple method and a paraffin needle. The writer cannot provide names or addresses but suggests visiting a reputable doctor who can refer a specialist.
Questionable face bleach use with hydrogen peroxide risks
The user asks if hydrogen peroxide will bleach skin and extraneous hair, and if it will halt hair growth. They also share a formula intended to whiten skin and bleach hair, then express doubt about its effectiveness.
Reader asks about facial hair and hand size remedies
A reader named Clara Og asks for advice on removing nose bridge hairs and reducing knuckle size. She describes oily eyelash growth attempts and overgrowth toward the nose, seeking guidance on safe removal and hand appearance improvements.
Walnut Hair Stain Recipe From ELYRIA
A nineteenth century style walnut hair stain recipe uses four ounces of walnut skins beaten to pulp mixed with pure alcohol. Let stand eight days then strain. Apply to the hair with a small brush for color.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria
Loneliness and social tips for a traveling girl
A travel advice column addresses a lonely girl traveling with her father. The traveler says there is no reason not to talk to women met in hotels but avoids addressing men. Making one female acquaintance may lead to others, easing loneliness, with a note on invitations preferring clear English wording.
Etiquette on Ballroom Dancing with Partners and Chaperons
The text instructs that dancing with a partner is allowed until the next dance begins, but the lady should invite her escort to return to the chaperon. It emphasizes that a girl should not dance twice in succession with the same man and that one should always return to the chaperon after every dance.
What does R. and V. P. mean
The query asks for the meaning of R. and V. P. used on invitations. It seeks the French origin and expansion of the abbreviation, noting confusion over a claimed phrase and asserting the French rarely use the abbreviation.
Inviting the Clergyman To Perform the Wedding
FRANK says the groom should secure the clergyman once the wedding date is set. If the clergyman is a friend of both, it is courteous for the couple to call together and ask him to marry them.
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Frank
Reception etiquette and the party call practice
The text states a call is needed for a reception or after events like a card party or wedding reception. It notes that if the invitee has attended, a call is not necessary, as invitations are sent upon request for a woman's friends to attend on a special day.
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