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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 28, 1912
Page
7
Musings by Elinor Hite describe temperamental individuals at social events. It contrasts unpunctual, outspoken, moody, kittenish, and easily shocked types with the ordinary practical woman who accepts life as it comes.
The article explains that nuts kept in layers of sand in a cool place stay fresh indefinitely. To peel, soak Fealnuts or other nuts in warm water for an hour to mimic fresh-from-tree readiness.
Catherine Talbot reports on spring millinery trends with Paris influence. Taffeta dominates hat designs from crowns to linings, brim rolls create individuality, and feather trims rise in novelty. New colors include cream, violet, and lace accents for a season of flexible, portable, and chic styles.
A fashion note advises a woman with a highly decollate neckline to wear soft fichy draperies at the shoulder to define lines and support the bust. The illustration shows a sine fichu with lace border trimming as part of an evening ensemble.
ARS Nicholas Longworth daughter of Colonel Roosevelt unveils dresscut glass heels on evening slippers. She appeared at a Washington ball in the new design. Experts doubt wide adoption as glass heels pose risk and could cause awkward incidents during dancing.
The article suggests corner three cornered tables that form a large square when arranged, and shares home care tips. It notes ammonia for stain removal from vine gar or cruet, kerosene for enameled sinks, and onions in water to freshen a newly painted room. It also mentions cheap hinged strip iron utensils for handling hot dishes.
Skirts in the collection vary with tunic and underpetticoat ensembles. Some designs showcase side trimings while others include loops and buttons.
A description of a bridge frock in prume colored charmeuse featuring a fringed tunic and fringe weights at the collar and revers. Rows of flat white pearl buttons with blue foss create a striking modish effect.
Advice on prolonging wash basins by painting the inside with white enamel. Wipe dust from windows and polish glass with a cloth dipped in vinegar for a high shine.
A collection of simple kitchen ideas and practical dishes for scarce eggs. Apple sauce cake uses apple sauce and eggs sparingly, with butter sugar soda and spices. Raisin pie filling combines raisins lemon juice and four with hot water and nutmeg. Roasted pork tenderloins flavored with sage and quick browning. Potatoes added for roasts. Cocoanut cones whip egg whites with sugar and coconut then bake until golden brown.
Postal cards show wedding and anniversary themes with kitchen shelf imagery, bridal shower invitations, and engagements featuring Cupid in wedding slippers. Bon voyage designs use stars and stripes with music bars and lines from the national air.
Fashion notes describe gaiter style boots in patent leather with cloth gaiter tops in two colors, plus navy twill versions. Novelties include striking hosiery patterns with cerise accents to accentuate the ankle, embroidered lace-trimmed stockings, Valenciennes trims, and dyed lace to match silk. French manufacture and spring wear are noted.
A period voice advises changing hair arrangements to suit face and conditions. It suggests brushing thoroughly at night, avoiding excessive artificial aids, and using scalp massage with lotion or hot towels. A home tonic recipe with bay rum and tea extract is given for general hair health.
An old article proposes simple scoring games to promote observation in children during walking tours. Children count dogs, color-coded dogs, carriages, bicycles, horses tails, and numbers spotted on streets and objects to maximize scores while learning rules and taking turns.
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