08 May 1909
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Newspaper
Ironwood Times
Location
Ironwood, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1909
Page
1
A collage of humorous and critical blurbs notes Ambassador White’s daughter’s engagement to a Count, Britain’s naval politics, a rising Anti-Malety league, and odd editorials. It mocks anecdotes about King Edward, Panamanian canal hopes for 1916, and jokes about hats and social norms, while quoting varied opinions on politics, science, and society.
Washington woman Margaret Wilson Young, appointed special secretary to the president, signed Theodore Roosevelt’s name for public documents in 1908 and is expected to sign Taft’s in 1909. Daughter of Ohio, she has held a post office auditing role and helped furnish public buildings. The office, created to sign land patents, traces to President Arthur’s era with female clerks.
England's 27 year old Hon Neil Primrose son of Lord Rosebery becomes London county council alderman under unusual terms after inheriting 750000 from a great aunt Lucy Cohen to pursue politics. He inherits a Great Stanhope Street mansion and cabinets of backing from Lord Rosebery. Oxford graduate and noted sportsman with a praised public speaking record.
Wayne B Wheeler leads the anti saloon drive in Ohio turning most counties dry through ballot measures. He joined the movement before finishing college in 1893 and has since built a career around leading the league’s fight to curb liquor, with salaries and influence guiding his path.
Beaman A Knapp of Louisiana assists the U S Department of Agriculture to lift southern farmers from poor yields through the Farmers Co operative Demonstration work. He shows how to maximize every acre, claiming an increase from a third to a bale and a half of cotton per acre with modern methods. Knapp cites personal success draining swamp land bought for four cents an acre, now valued at $200, as proof reclamation works.
The left gown features lilac tulle over white sherry, a ruched corsage border, a ruche trimmed skirt, and a white mousseline de soie tucker with a matching scarf. A lime liberty corselet girdle displays a pink rose bouquet on the corsage, while the second gown uses black tulle embroidered with corals, white liberty reverses, coral fringe, and a long tunic skirt with a white liberty underskirt.
A novel leather shopping bag features a side extension that folds and clasps to the bag. When expanded, the bag doubles in size to hold ample purchases or even a night’s wardrobe. The design allows a broad sash ribbon variant for a fancy work bag. Three enamel buttons secure the extension in the ribbon version.
A suggested pattern for a pretty night dress features front insertion, gathered fullness at the neck, and a narrow lace edged band. Sleeves have a narrow lace band with soft lace frill. Materials listed include five and a half yards 86 inch width, six yards insertion, and 134 yards lace.
Japanese character belts featuring symbols for good luck and long life gain attention for their craftsmanship and visual appeal. Designers note the scrollwork and kanji style enhances wearability and cultural resonance.
The article explains making decorative trims on shirtwaists using French knots. It covers direct embroidery or bias bands, advises on light and dark square contrasts, recommends heavy embroidery silk or crochet thread, and details consistent twisting and uniform needle movement for even knots.
A practical wardrobe slip for girls says the garment suits frocks of net and sheer fabrics. Made from flowered silk, messalina, lawn, or mercerized materials, it features long graceful lines and a snug fit. Evening wear pairs with elbow sleeves and a low neck, while day attire favors long sleeves and a high neck. closure is by small crochet buttons down the back.
Narrow heel wearers suffer chafing as ready made shoes ride at the heel causing blisters and temporary cripple. To avoid this place a few inches of old velvet or velvet ribbon between heel and shoe. It can be tucked in or pasted and does not reduce shoe size, unlike felt sole.
In a humorous retort a nephew recounts failing an exam as the wretches asked the same question he could not answer last year. The exchange plays on mischief and memory.
In 1908 Mrs. W. M. Comerer of Burnt Cabins Pa describes a two and a half month old with severe itchy eczema. After trying multiple doctors and spending over fifty dollars without relief she used Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills. The child's face cleared completely, with no spots or scars. Potter Drug & Chem Corp promotes the remedies.
Old Uncle Latten Berry recalls Almira Stang ending her eight year engagement to Charles Henry Tootwiler after discovering he had saved 217 pairs of socks to “learn the lesson.” The village note frames the break as a humorous tale of economy and marital prudence.
An heiress presses Gourtage for update on her father. The duke confesses they talked only about the weather. She scolds him to man up as he recalls the father’s gaze on a painting. The painting in question is the battle of Bunker Hill.
In a church gathering a pastor announces a vacation and plans to visit a brother-worker in a neighboring village. The visitor recognizes him and is asked to lead in prayer, but replies that he is on vacation, halting the moment with a light, humorous twist from the Ladies' Home Journal.
A New York woman recalls heart and stomach trouble from coffee. She quit coffee, tried Postum, and reports improved health and appetite. The testimonial urges others to stop coffee and switch to Postum for a 10 day trial.
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