Democracy Lessons in the Philippines under American Rule
The piece analyzes the Philippine transition to self government under American tutelage, detailing the feudal remnants, language barriers, and political education efforts. It notes the rise of the Federal Party and later the Nacionalista shift, with figures like Osmena shaping leadership, while labor movement limits and conservative classes influence outcomes. The author argues progress hinges on educating individuals to exercise rights and duties, despite long odds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Egan
Manila Timea
Philippine Islands
Bambawan
Sam
Nevada
Church of Rome
Europe
Spain
Hothouse
United States
Philippines
Federal Party
Paortido Federal
Manila
Proa@realsta party
Nationalist Party
Smith
Osmena
Labor 4
Labor
Ufe
Sea of Oriental
Joseph B. Bowles
Trousseau Motifs Embroidery for Bridal Lingerie Craft
The article showcases delicate embroidery motifs for bridal lingerie using ribbons and fairylike designs on sheer fabrics. Handmade construction and entre deux seams are emphasized with scalloped edges and traced motifs for easy stitching.
Powder Puff Bag For Travelers From Pasteboard Circles
Instructions describe a dainty traveling powder puff bag shaped from pasteboard circles 4 and 3 inches, with a bone ring lid and a silk inner pouch. Materials include cotton batting and allk fabric, with a looping fastener for a button below the ring. The design yields a light collapsible case lighter than glass or silver boxes.
Novel Belt with a Border Sounds for Linen Case Embroidered Medallions
A new belt design features a white linen casing with a colored mercerized cotton border matching a heavy rib bon belting. The casing is wider than the belt and has irregular edges with embroidered medallions and vertical detailing. Flowers use satin stitch, with a green clover motif for green belts and chestnut patterns for brown belts. Edges are finished in straight buttonhole stitch.
Black Chiffon Gown Details elegance and silver embroidery
A striking gown described in black chiffon mounted over a white satin sheath features silver embroidery. Four narrow silver trimmed bands run the length with tunic shaped tips, and the hem portrays large round motifs in silver threads and sequins. Cap sleeves, white tulle bows, red flower cluster, and a large black hat with tall ostrich plumes complete the ensemble.
Nail Polish In Tubes Premier Toilet Novelty
A new toilet novelty described as a nail pollab comes in a pressable tube. The pollab has a creamy liquid consistency and is easy to apply. The case is a neat pickle plated unit with a pullout top and an ejector to push out the enamel.
Mild laxative aid promoted for elderly health
A 1910s style column promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Popsin as a gentle laxative for the elderly, claiming many cures via a free sample offer and drugstore purchases. It urges proper digestion, notes endorsements by neighbors, and includes a note about writing for medical advice with no charge. A separate short anecdote highlights the idea of spreading kindness at school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caldwell
A. A. Felts
Johnston City
Inl
Dr. Caldwell
Nelehborn
W. B. Caldwell
Monticello, Il
Think Hard It Pays to Think About Food Story
A Fond du Lac Wisconsin woman describes indigestion relief after four years of struggle. She credits Grape Nuts and Postum with curing sour stomach improving heart rhythm and restoring energy and weight. She praises flavor and links health to these cereals and coffee alternatives.
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Fond du Lac
Wis
Welville
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