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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1925
Page
6
New York May 2 1925 reports a bold shift in women’s fashion with black largely abandoned for color in day and evening wear. Designers note short ornate gowns, bright embroidery, and beaded or chiffon models, while black lace remains only for formal pieces with vivid wraps.
Miss Nancy Longenecker has expanded youth work in the Methodist church by integrating fine arts with religious worship. She studied at Boston University for a bachelor of religious education with fine arts, plans to finish at Boston later, and has directed youth pageants attracting large local participation.
Librarians report more overdue notices as patrons juggle music, health, and home chores during special weeks. The note asks patrons to return books promptly with fines or report losses at once to avoid further notices and adjustments.
A letter discusses India’s social divide and the idea that unity remains unlikely while caste distinctions endure. It reflects on Delhi's history from Delhi-Agra to Mogul rule, noting grand palaces, temples, and treasures that shaped a legacy admired by lovers of beauty.
A reflective piece contrasts modern speed with the enduring pull of traditional travel. It notes how towering symbols of progress overlook slower trails, suggesting that despite man’s latest achievements in motion some routes still require age old methods of locomotion.
The column notes irregularities with fines and overdue books including Emily Post on Etiquette. It thanks parents and patrons for cooperation after a copy was lost and two patrons mistakenly kept the circulating copy thinking it was missing.
A collection of cabbage based recipes including Sour Cream Slaw with sour cream egg and vinegar dressing, Escalloped Cabbage layers with cracker crumbs and sweet cream, and a plain boiled cabbage with a creamy sauce. Recipes credit Mrs. Lillian Krom of 432 Elm St Escalloped Cabbage and Mrs. Burk Edwards of Dunavant Kans with varied methods.
Valley Ice cream made in Lawrence from Douglas county cream and milk solids with sugar and flavor. Sunday special two layer brick of vanilla and grape pineapple. Fresh strawberry cream made to order at extra cost. Kaw Valley Creamery phone 820. Margaret Kramer noted concert singer first woman to earn a doctoral degree at University of Halle.
The passage lists kitchen how tos for vegetables meat and tea, advises removing meat from paper, and warns against metal knives for fish. It notes Miss Lucille Atcherson becoming third secretary in Berne showing progress for women in diplomacy, and describes England's Figurene craft craze led by a London schoolgirl, Louisé Apperly, with thriving workshops and orders.
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