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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1915
Page
3
An unusual ad copy contrasts a debtor’s aggression toward a grocer with endorsing Red Cross Ball Blue as superior for housewives. The message mines contrast to promote a grocery theme in a domestic goods setting.
A terse dialogue line notes a moment of concern and a quick, witty reply about choosing a pick me up drink after Jagges' disappointed expression. The exchange feels like a vignette from a larger scene.
Dialogue evokes solemn mood as a speaker Mr Hefty prompts a listener to wear black. The phrase funeral of an idea conveys the speaker’s deep interest and the weight of the subject discussed in a somber tone.
A Practical Thought asks why people marry more in spring. The reply suggests no special reason besides cheaper hotel and boarding house rates in summer, implying matrimonial timing is financially driven.
Fashion writers compare modern American design to Bourbon era gowns inspired by portraits from Mme Vigee le Brun and Fragonard. Designers study Versailles silhouettes with flowing skirts, lace, decollete bodices, bows, and hair ornaments, adapting eighteenth century glamour to today’s life.
The article notes that gold filled teeth fell from fashion as the American girl’s smile is judged too gold. Dentists advise against biting cotton, nails, or hairpins to protect teeth and praise natural pearly teeth over gold fillings. It also offers several dessert and cooking tips including dates with pecans, rhubarb pie fix, Ginger Puffs, Chop Suey, and Tomato Cucumber Salad.
The text discusses women of the past clinging to powdered tresses and theatrical displays as an iron cage. It notes that during current stress and sterner life these fashions seem hard to replace but suggests adapting captivating elements to present society. It implies many people await further discussion.
A terse quotation encourages composure and humility in everyday life. It reminds readers not to view themselves as central to the world but as one small part within a larger system, suggesting restraint and balance in temperament.
The article notes flies trouble afternoon refreshments on lawns and porches. It suggests using lace covers over plates to keep flies from nibbling muffins sandwiches and cakes. It compares imitation and real lace covers costing about 1 75 and more respectively.
The most convenient veils use an elastic run through the upper edge allowing rapid adjustment of the large veil. The lower edge falls gracefully over the shoulders. New filadora and hexagon weave veils feature deep points at the edge with the longest point at the front, enhancing style for simple costumes.
Point d esprit appears in several summer afternoon frocks. The fabric is used over satin foundations and heavily trimmed with delicate details. The design remains dainty and charming despite the elaborate making and trimming.
Soak silk lace in milk overnight then wash in warm soapy water. Rinse and pin flat on a clean ironing board to dry. Do not iron.
A fashion note catalogs silk varieties for the season. It praises tussore shantung pongee rajah weaves and satin alternatives, detailing patterns like Dresden flowers polka dots diaper designs and oriental motifs. It notes silk fabrics such as surah foulard charmeuse faille d amour poplin and silk bodices for afternoon gowns and smart wardrobes.
A concise reflection on travel happiness notes that the joy begins before departure, with planning and daydreams fueling the experience. The idea suggests anticipation enhances the entire vacation, not just the time away.
A brief compilation of two admonitions on control and pride. Disraeli warns that fate is not in human power while conduct remains personal. Ingelow counsels pride in honest work and dignity in every vocation.
This old culinary note offers simple fish and egg dishes such as Fish Chowder with pork and milk, Japanese Eggs baked with rice and milk, Egg Relish with browned pork and potatoes, and Creamed Salmon in Peppers served in pepper cups with a buttery crumb topping.
The speaker asks why a nautical mile is longer than a land mile and receives a playful answer about things swelling in water. The exchange highlights a basic navigation fact with a touch of domestic humor.
A playful exchange between a romantic maid and a grass widower turns on marriage remarks as they acknowledge the couple’s union with a wry line about love burning short. The dialogue suggests a light, social scene rather than a formal event.
A lobby scene captures a candid moment as an office seeker jokes about awaiting a turn. The politician replies with a wry line about expecting a turndown. The exchange highlights light political theater in a candid public moment.
A newspaper blurb recalls a popular minister famed for marrying 800 women in his lifetime, prompting a humorous exchange about his origins and notoriety. The anecdote frames him as remarkably prolific in matrimony rather than a religious sect.
A playful exchange unfolds as Willie asks how a man can carry a mortgage without lifting it. The aging Paw responds with a joking tip to sprinkle salt on himself, teasing his son for being too fresh.
A fragmented quote exchange features an altruist claiming humanity is born to improve itself and a cynic doubting that ideal while asserting half of humanity aims to improve the other half regardless of consequences. Denison coffee mentioned as a recurring slogan.
A brief dialogue contrasts fear and pressure as one speaker notes the unpredictability of danger and a tired listener laments constant critics. The exchange frames worry about safety and the difficulty of feeling secure amid ongoing scrutiny.
A brief exchange notes the surge of flashy cars and asks why the fad persists. The reply suggests the craze is the modern outgrowth of a desire for sensational spectacle once satisfied by driving a team of zebras.
Mrs Flitterby erupts with flashing eyes claiming Nora is the czarina of the kitchen. Mr Flitterby asks for clarification as Mrs Gadcomb is invoked in the feud.
A father explains the saying to his son, noting the speaker is unsure which path to take yet, based on common choices men make, he is not a good swimmer. The humorous exchange reflects practical wisdom about tough moral decisions.
A humorous exchange between Mr. Plimson and Mr. Godspur reveals a plan to avoid cross words. They propose forfeiting a day of pleasure whenever either becomes angry, but Mrs. Plimson enjoys scolding too much to mind paying the penalty.
In a dining scene Henry refuses rotten tasting food and laments plain scrambled eggs. His wife urges him to eat while he taunts the deli style chicken. He finally concedes with a sour joke about New York chickens and soon becomes the table’s life after a pie ice cream dessert.
A brief quip from the Baltimore American notes Jiggs is completely broken up, signaling a comic strip moment or punchline without further details.
A miniature electric motor weighing five and a quarter ounces and measuring one and three quarters by one and a quarter inches is now used directly at the dental chuck. It runs at 15 000 rpm, draws 12 watts, and replaces the universal shaft by a light cord to a lamp socket.
The Birmingham Age-Herald notes that Tilton speaks openly on his opinions. The quote suggests strong belief in airing those views despite criticism.
A compact meditation notes that people collect many facts and theories that add little value, contrasting broad learning with practical wisdom. It suggests discernment in choosing what to know and what truly matters in life.
A columnist cites remarks that the national conscience is growing but notes lack of proof by the national conscience fund. The exchange suggests skepticism about moral fundraising aligning with public sentiment.
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