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Newspaper
Lemmon The State Line Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
7
A guide to fall dress materials from crepe, foulard, and voile describes satin and wool voile options, costs from 75 cents to $2 per yard, and suitability for gowns and lounge wear. It details fabrics, widths, and yardage for a 38 bust and 26 waist, with silhouettes featuring Grecian banding and inset panels for a two piece skirt.
A collection of home sewing guidance describes embroidery on ribbons, baby kimonos, and glazing collars. It includes starch and glaze recipes, cautions on dampness and ironing, and notes on fashion trends with shorter shirts and growing earrings.
Velvet faced fabrics gain vogue with velvet and velveteens in rare elaborate outfits. Winter coats and short suits use long skirts trimmed with bullion. Afternoon receptions feature chiffon and Lyons velvet with long skirts and full sleeves. Street wear favors satin bands and braids, offset by taw Pontumes in bold contrast.
Fashion notes for winter wardrobes highlight extravagant Directoire inspired belts with novel buckles using suspender hooks, leather and elastic options, plus leather hand bags shifting to compact purses and card cases. New novelty bags feature flaps, bat eyelets, and removable pocketbooks, while the split skirt revises extreme directoire forms with military-stitched side openings and plaited gore details.
A Paris fashion writer advises women to build a decade spanning wardrobe with one new item each year. Focus on well made pieces in inconspicuous colors, alternating gowns, tailored costumes, and accessories. Avoid fashion excess, remodel perishable pieces when needed, and let those with moderate means dress with restraint while preserving timeless elegance.
Green hats with shaded green pompons in a green chip nut design gain favor in the millinery world. The article notes the fashionable combination suits any frock and reflects cheerful styles of the season.
Hair styles low at the neck lead shops to offer six inch long daggers of gold silver tortoise shell and pelluloid to secure hair ornaments and prevent loss as men dress their hair in the era.
A short tip explains placing part of a handkerchief inside a shoe before sliding it on. The cloth acts as a makeshift lubricant, allowing the shoe to slip on more easily. It suggests pulling the heel portion to ensure the shoe fits smoothly.
In a lively exchange a suffragist leader quips about personal domestic matters causing a stir. A bystander jokes about a razor and penciling, prompting clarifying remarks on gender roles. The dialogue captures tensions in public discussion.
The article describes new fall tailormade gowns in plain cloth with extreme single line, tight sleeves, and a full front cut. A high collar finished by a ruff is highlighted, noting Paris influence and the trend among men linked to justice.
Women complain about keeping dressing table covers clean as powders sift through woven fabric and stain wood. A glass overlay on top of the table is the only neat solution though costly. it lasts long and saves washing and wear. If no cover is used, place blotting paper on wood in delicate shades.
A note on chiffon scarfs and light mercerized fabrics ideal for spring. Cotton voile and wash net are recommended along with rosy florals and stripes. They wash like linen, keep color, and complement thin linen frocks for cool summer evenings.
In Plunkville a visitor questions a thin man who blends features of Beacon and Pitt but misses their formal traits. The stranger is asked, “Gim Pie,” and is described as a possible candidate for reeve amid a murky, speculative scene.
The article discusses the general interest in pure seed and notes investigations by Clarke and Fletcher with a book on impurities in clover seed. Prof Ball studies alfalfa seed sold in Texas, finding impurities such as Russian thistle and tumbleweed, and poor germination. A table compares vitality of weed seeds from seed companies versus farmers. Clover and alfalfa seed show dodder contamination in various forms.
The document surveys alfalfa and clover seed purity, noting dodder and weed species such as red clover, white clover, and yellow foxtail. It cites germination rates around 43.1 percent, seed imports of low grade screenings, and the need for screening to remove small weed seeds while preserving alfalfa and clover integrity. It also covers practices for stock care and farm hygiene, including boiled milk with flour for scours and the importance of fresh water and shade for poultry.
Fragmentary dialogue depicts Mrs Cobwigger and Freddie discussing happiness, Christmas gifts, and social expectations. A refined girl remarks on others and sings a popular song, while phrases drift in and out, evoking a satirical domestic tableau.
A newly arrived Axsixtant is assigned to the janitor role at the furnace. The script indicates the worker will be responsible for turning off the heat at 4 o clock and managing furnace operations.
A fragmented note describes a morning moment with unclear dialogue. The text centers on a brief kiss and a promise not to kiss again, reflecting a troubled, intimate exchange. No clean names or concrete events emerge from the readable fragments.
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