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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1920
Page
3
The article discusses Paris fashion influence with emphasis on exclusive maisons and designers shaping a woman’s wardrobe. It notes the custom of a single house dressing a woman to create a distinctive personal style and influences from prominent Parisian houses.
The article describes Paris ensembles featuring appliques on black taffeta gowns, sheer gowns with low décolletage, and hats by Marie Louise and Renouard. It contrasts Renaissance theater gowns by Medjers with silver brocade and mauve tulle outfits, plus summer trends of plaited skirts, jackets with plaited panels, and restrained bands at the hems.
The article notes trimming styles and garment shaping, highlighting a harrow belt of colored galalith in second popularity. Thin forms are used for belting coats jackets and serge dresses with shades dominated by jade green red and royal blue.
The newest frocks feature sateen fabrics in serviceable prints. A striking model uses two tones of red, a graceful cat tunic, wide collar, and a white organdie trim.
A newly announced fabric blends sport satin with georgette to create a fresh textile option. The description notes its smooth surface and potential uses in apparel, though details on sourcing or specific applications remain limited.
A historical survey traces King Arthur from legend to legend stating Welsh and Saxon chronicles mention his valor and burial at Glastonbury. It notes Caxton printed Malory's Morte d'Arthur and recounts Arthur’s reputed resting place and Camelot associations with Arthur’s Lane and Arthur’s Well.
The piece discusses Madrid’s 22 newspapers, noting they align with political religious or industrial groups and advertisers are not the primary income. It highlights U.S. readers’ focus on local news, Spain’s population of about 22 million with many printing no newspapers, and government bans on Sunday or Monday newspaper editions.
A fragment from a bygone evening describes a young lady singing a musical song about the Indies scene. An older woman praises the performance while a young man asks about the singer’s style and memories. A remark about a bird drinking tea closes the fragment.
A fragment from the Boston Transcript notes men with aspirations to a worthy life. The line suggests a reflection on farmers seeking more knowledge to improve prospects.
A fearful night as John Spooks wakes to a pounding heartbeat and a ticking alarm clock under his pillow. He begs his wife to fetch medicine while the device rings two hours early, an eerie social note interrupts with a divorce announcement and a warned view of appearances.
A commentator argues that patriotism is not about blind support but honest discontent directed at political parties. He urges understanding and accountability rather than uncritical loyalty.
An old advertisement promotes CATARRH MEDICINE by J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It describes nasal catarrh as a cold in the head and claims internal action through the blood to reduce inflammation of mucous surfaces. Circulars are offered free.
Bishop Hoss in Nashville laments religious knowledge in adobe houses while a minister tests a girl’s familiarity with scripture. A child lists odd contents allegedly in the Bible, including a bean’s photo, a vanished cream recipe, and a baby’s hair. Separate note mentions plain gold wedding rings bought in duplicate in Chile and Peru.
A humorous exchange questions a husband’s enthusiasm for golf. One party notes he does not clearly enjoy the sport but plays it frequently, implying routine habit over passion. The contrast invites reflection on motivation versus pleasure.
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