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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1917
Page
3
A detailed description of a satin cap with hand painted ornaments and a green fringe, featuring a woven silk scarf with multi colored embroidery and fringe, inspired by Japanese shop styling. The piece includes a chin strap, metal button fastener, and layered green fringe accents, showcasing craftsmanship and traditional fashion elements.
A few of the fancy old fashioned slippers with satin and big petty bows were noted at a recent dance though the footwear appeared a slick stock to the contentious pump of gold and silver brocade.
The article highlights a smart coat with straight lines and clever side plaits near the pockets, large pockets, and a high fur collar. It praises original cutting, and restraint of ornament with bow and buttonhole details revealing a skilled designer’s hand. It also notes lace and linen craft ideas for home decor and table runners using joined squares and colored embroidery.
A chaotic account in Bogota details travelers Hays and T attempting a public bath while language barriers and mishaps unfold. Feverish arrival, damp humor, and a clogged water supply provoke antics with a towel under the arm and a crowd gathering. The scene ends with a tense wait for hot water as locals drive the bathhouse to heat.
A fragment discusses alleged experiments with a mysterious gas from shells and mentions casualties among civilians. It references Armentierexs and Chad, with German threats and potential retaliation involving air power. The piece attributes claims to a foreign correspondent and notes hostile sentiment toward Jews.
An improvised court scene recalls inmates at Sing Sing charged with gambling. A deputy describes cards and dice, while two men bet on whether it would rain or shine today. The judge seeks clarity on the alleged offense as the case unfolds.
A satirical item recalls harsh old punishments for town scolds and jokes that modern relief lies in consorting with them to a motion picture theater to spark interest in a film. The piece lampoons changing public norms and gendered public shaming in a humorous tone.
A humorous aside from the People's Home Journal debating social graces and household conduct. Mrs AI questions the worth of their manners while Mrs B. notes they could not be worse even if raised at home.
An old advertisement extols Boschee's German Syrup as a universal cough remedy for the United States and many countries. It touts soothing throat relief and lasting effects, then pivots to a claim about global sugar trade and European dominance in refined sugar production.
A garbled OCR text fragment references a mock confession by a man and a woman, mentioning marriage, silver, cuts, and pale faces. It includes improper names and phrases like La Crevie Hair Dreming, suggesting a literary or theatrical aside rather than a clear news event.
A fragmentary exchange hints at a tense courtroom scene where a widow’s cleverness is tested. The dialogue suggests observers debate whether she can outmaneuver a cunning suitor or adversary, with warnings about mercy and eventual exposure.
An OCR fragment advertises a product described as strong alkaline hair tonic with a dubious claim. It mentions a price of 1.00 and references a hair-dye style on a tent or display, but the legible content is limited and garbled.
The text reflects a garbled reminiscence about an incident or moment that could not be fully understood, with lost details and unclear events. It hints at a struggle to cope and a sense of rivalry or comparison that remains unresolved.
Fragmentary text describes a local matter with unclear names and a tentative event. Readable pieces hint at a community issue, but specific persons, places, and dates are not confidently established. Further context is needed to identify the involved organizations or outcome.
Dr Pierce announces a breakthrough remedy to overcome kidney pain and related headaches. The ad claims dramatic, lasting relief with a special tonic and water intake guidance, urging readers to request a trial package from the Buffalo offices.
Fragmentary notes describe a legendary tree in Danvers Moss Ut, claimed by Endicott Endicott and Wivticott Plantation owner Mr Willan Et Endaticott. The text hints at a centuries old bond between families and a mystery surrounding a hidden potion or elixir linked to the tree.
Disjointed OCR text describes a Finnish laboratory setting tied to a hair treatment product. Mentions Lin Creole Hair Dress tag and price 140, with scattered references to beauty, gray hair, and restoration ideas. Lacks clear narrative or structure. core facts are minimal.
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