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Newspaper
Hershey Press
Location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1911
Page
12
In a London home a new diet popularized by Dr Beaufort simplifies meals. The plan advocates eating only one item per course, reducing prep and cost while promising easier, calmer mealtimes. The column echoes Fletcherizing as a model and praises observed results.
A dated discussion warns against drug use and extreme dieting for thinning. It contrasts unsafe methods with practical ideas like portion control and mindful eating. The piece cites a large woman who lost fifty pounds by eating what she likes but in smaller amounts.
A compact note argues overindulgence in meals during winter while praising good digestion and assimilation. It urges reducing portion sizes to fit new winter costumes as slimming trends persist.
The text extols stretching to improve elasticity and vitality. Begin standing upright with loose clothing, head high and chest lifted, weight on the balls of the feet. Practice deep, slow breathing mouth closed, then sweep arms up and down five times while maintaining steady respiration.
The piece argues makeup serves as a mental tonic for women facing social and personal defects. It notes doctors endorse cosmetics to boost confidence in girls with scars pale complexions or pale lips. It urges removing powder before bed to prevent clogged pores and blotched skin that cosmetics cannot fully remedy.
Hummelstown on Sunday afternoon hosted a free lecture at the Star Theater by I R Pike of the International Bible Students Association. Local residents Edgar Neibert of Palmyra and several visitors from Philadelphia plus Hershey and Hershey area residents were noted in the town roundup.
The article notes a football game at Steëlton on Saturday. It mentions residents and local events including Mr Robert Fox opening a law office in the square and Mrs Haag recovering from a pneumonia threat. It also lists the I T S Club meeting on Dec 1 at Miss Ethel Ebersole’s home and other local notes.
Train times listed for Hershey to East and West routes. East departures include 5.15 6.38 10.52 1.20 4.15 6.54 and Sunday 8.32 1.20 4.15 7.18. West departures show 6.32 8.22 11.24 1.52 4.18 7.25 and Sunday 6.82 7.58 11.94 4.18 7.25.
Pennsylvania fiscal year 1911 ends with record revenues surpassing 1909 high water mark. Auditor General A. E. Sisson reports gross receipts from Nov 30 1910 to date total 30 874 231.88 dollars, reflecting a strong year for state income.
The company paid 1 102 005 60 as part of state taxes on Friday. The best yearly total previously was 29 101 183 70 in 1909. Prior years show 28 946 424 45 in 1908 and 25 852 548 95 in 1907. Revenue includes 1 800 000 for Capitol equity settlements. projected total 31 000 000 to 32 000 000.
The Hershey freight office relocation completed last Tuesday evening with clerks moving into the new 20 by 20 foot office. The old building will house waiting room ticket telegraph baggage room while the new freight room measures 70 by 70 feet under Landis Hummel and E R Mays overseeing operations.
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