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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1913
Page
7
A collage of quips and commerce notes including a cheeky line about keeping a face shut and a fresh supply advertisement for Mrs. Austins Buckwheat, plus a joke about a boy likely stepping into his father's shoes and a Harper's Weekly strip. The piece ends with a New York Times style gag about watered stock and billionaires.
A fragment from dialogue presents a character confessing affection while admitting limitations. The line hints at complex relationships and social dynamics within a domestic scene.
Northern costume makers and milliners craft winter wear for southern tourists. Gowns feature embroidered white fabrics with laces and chiffons, including fur bands and mixed satin details. Hats vary from Milan to Leghorn styles in white, natural straw, trimmed with ribbon or feathers, with Crepe Francais Georgette and marine furs for new models.
The Chicago Inter Ocean reports elegant tea gowns as Parisian ladies wear at afternoon receptions. A white chiffon model features a straight draped skirt and a peplum of black chantilly lace from shoulder to bodice, creating a tunic effect. A second design blends deep orange crepe de chine with white chiffon in Grecian drapery and rich folds, held by an orange buckle.
The article touts vanity boxes and small accessories in moire-finished gun metal with enamel, gold, and silver surfaces. It highlights mirrors, powder puffs, rouge receptacles, card cases, cigarette holders with jewel clasps, and bracelet watch frames, noting their refined, luxurious allure.
The text notes that artificial flowers are used in every possible way for all occasions and that no single flower leads in popularity. It presents a broad view of the use and appeal of artificial blossoms.
The text outlines a tailored outfit with a wrapped left front seam on the skirt and a back panel. A coat features a seam line at the front matching the skirt, with side basque panels over a waist band in black satin. A Drake hat with fur brim and satin crown is described with an aigrette trim. Materials list includes 8 yards 48 inch cloth, satin, buttons, and lining silk or satin.
A fashion note explains that any woman can wear a beaded robe over a simple foundation gown. Create a clingy foundation from soft silk then layer with a beaded net or chiffon robe that need only be drawn in at the waist with a sash.
A description notes novelty in sleeves made of a different material from the gown. The long velvet or damask sleeves match the dress color and feature soft frills over the hand, adding charming detail.
Reports say eight liners are under construction by White Star, Canadian Pacific, and Cunard for exclusive Canadian service. White Star ships will match Laurentic and Majestic, replacing Canada and Teutonic. Ascania has completed its maiden voyage to Montreal and a sister ship is due next year.
The ad urges mothers to inspect every bottle of Castoria for the nine signature marks and notes Castoria has been used for over 30 years. It implies children cry for Fletcher's Castoria and uses a proverb about striking a man away from the pocketbook.
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