Paris Fashions and Chinese Dishes Mixed in Latest Notes
The Latest Ideas From Paris surveys fashion notes from Persian embroideries to draped backs and guipure laces. It also includes a Chinese kitchen guide for making chow mein with peanut, pork, mushrooms, and spices, plus ink stain removal tips and rust treatment for nickel.
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Fashion Notes and Domestic Tips From The Era
Uprooted bits cover fashion trends in Paris and Washington, with remarks on white gowns, Crimean clover, and Mrs. Astor's dinner ensemble. The text mentions dresses, trims, and hats, along with observations on cleanliness, lace, embroidery, and a reference to Dent Grant and the army. It also touches on Oriental drapery, decorative mirrors, and the allure of barbaric customs in a broader cultural context.
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London
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Wilit
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Henelo
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Wockner
Guire
Anmuel
Nis
Lavan
Huaihase
M. Presta
Orient
Velvet Blouse and Accessories Sketch in Black Taffeta
A description of a black velvet outfit featuring a Russian blouse with a white chemisette, tucked detailing, and net ruffles. Accessories include a white and black ribbon tie, with the skirt in black taffeta and leather accents. Also mentions caramel ice cream and brown sugar confections.
Nice Quince Honey Making Guide
Quince honey is inexpensive and easy to make with ripe fruit. Pare and grate quince, weigh the grated fruit, and mix with sugar and water. Boil until thick as honey, then bottle while hot to keep indefinitely.
Embroidered Linen Stock Described in Natural Hue
One of the season's oddest and prettiest stocks is embroidered linen in natural color. It features a pointed turnover with a triple row of brown stitching above the tiny ham. Triple pointed tabs, drawn from the back and crossed in front, fasten with a pearl button.
Fragmented Recipe and Household Tips from an Old Page
A garbled historic snippet offers varied tips such as using dates instead of desserts, minor chemistry like vinegar tenderizing meat, clover for headaches, and potash or soda washes to protect iron. It also mentions rust prevention and packing methods with soft tissue.
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