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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1900
Page
5
Elaine Goodale Eastman writes in Harper's Bazaar praising the child as a pure, future race. She extols the mother’s life as secretive, the soul forged by pain, and angels honoring the mother and child.
A poor girl, Maude Heath, is taken in by a German housekeeper and, after a quick assessment by Gustave, becomes daily governess to Theresa and Margaret in a stylish family. Prof Cavallo joins her at home as lessons continue, revealing quiet evenings full of study.
Maude and Prof Cavallo linger over a brief, tender interlude in the tiny parlor as news arrives that the household will split. The mother reveals a South Africa trip for the nurse and child, while Maude contemplates leaving for a delicate European post as the bond between her and the professor deepens amid unspoken feelings.
In a post voyage scene Mrs Edgarton learns Maude has left for Europe with Mrs Tyler. The governess’s abrupt departure marks a turning point as a once-cool narrator reflects on opportunities seized and a distant memory of a man whose polished exterior hides a fading cynicism.
A suitor muses on settling down with Mamie and proposing, reflecting on social sayings about marriage and wealth. He plans to declare his love by her blue eyes, hoping her family would approve and that life together would be a double-harness journey. The piece, from the Detroit Free Press, reads as a lyrical vignette of hopeful romance.
In Tit-Bits a young lady recalls a seaside lifesaver who saved her life last summer and buys two yards of ribbon. A punter debates a director’s balance sheet with Rev Howland Yale in Brooklyn Life, while a Pick-Me-Up gag notes a commotion caused by a wife questioning her husband’s late return.
Home Notes reports that Cuban women from grand dame to peasant girl view face powder as essential to attractiveness. Even amid bread shortages, cosmetics remain plentiful and daily routines center on powder, with teachers students and workers all pausing at noon to powder.
For Baby rings come in all sizes from tiny circlets to larger bands set with turquoise pearls garnets diamonds and other gems. Bib pins and caps pins back buttons bib holders and safety pins in gold silver or enamel appeal as modest to elaborate keepsakes. Hearts in silver or gold with gems suit a cradle gift for the small child.
A vintage cake recipe explains mixing flour with baking powder and salt, then whisked egg with milk and melted butter into a soft dough. Roll crust, layer with quartered apples and cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter, then bake until light brown.
A brief on boiling rice to keep grains separate and economical, describing a technique to prevent sticking and maintain distinct grains.
Mrs. Pierre Lorillard Ronalds, longtime London resident and close friend of Sir Arthur Sullivan, inherits 250000 from the composer. She brokered the reconciliation with W S Gilbert that spurred renewed collaboration and inspired Sullivan's generous will. Ronalds, formerly Mary Carter of Boston, lived apart from her husband for 31 years.
A collection of humorous and pointed observations about women and marriage. Witty quips compare marriage rings, deception, and a woman's tongue to wider social effects.
The article describes a simple Christmas gift idea using a narrow bottle from a drug store. It covers creating a square net pouch edged with imitation Valenciennes lace, lined with multi color silk, and tied with bebe ribbon to form a hanging hat pin holder. The bottle mouth is shown as the pin storage, and the square frill hangs around it.
A Chicago News item notes a woman with only three lines to write on note paper tends to place two lines in the side margins and sign her name upside down above the date.
The note warns that corded tucks in a scroll effect should not be attempted by amateurs unless they seek trouble. It emphasizes experienced handling and prudence in performing such techniques.
A fragment notes chiffon as the economical trimming used on many hats. The text highlights its appeal as an effective off-the-face enhancement for headwear.
A store promotes 50 patterns of porcelain and Haviland French china. This week three patterns are offered at special Xmas prices with a two deposit plan. 100 piece Haviland dinner sets with gold stippling priced at 30 dollars, Xmas sale price 19.50.
Miss Anna Hall of Minneapolis endured a 36 hour wait to secure a prime claim on the White Earth reservation. The report notes her perseverance in securing one of the best parcels as the line at the Crookston land office moved forward.
Full regular dinner and 2 c. business men's lunch offered at St. Charles hotel by Chas Muei Jerschoen proprietor McCrea st opposite Union station. Clark 116 N Til-st is the place. His photographs are claimed to be the best at the lowest price.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslows Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming it soothes gums relieves pain and cures wind colic and diarrhoea. Priced at twenty five cents for two bottles.
Indiana Dental College at the southwest corner of Delaware and Chiosis accepts patients from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. offering all kinds of dental work with fees set to cover only the cost.
Bring your pictures to Pond er s Photo Studio and Art Store at 229 Massachusetts for artistic framing at low prices. This friendly shop invites customers to preserve memories with affordable custom framing options and studio services.
Personally conducted excursion leaves Chicago every Wednesday to Los Angeles and San Francisco via Illinois Central and New Orleans. Returns via Louis Moendave and Fridays. R. H. Fowler, T. P. ATC. R. R., Louisville, Ky.
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