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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1905
Page
7
A 1905 essay surveys why engagements fail, from long delays to family secrecy and stagey temptations. It highlights cases where homes, finances, and social expectations wreck betrothals, including the ocean steamer romance and the impact of parental opinion. The author urges secrecy until near marriage and warns against public talk that invites gossip and heartbreak.
Advice on teaching a daughter proper facial care, emphasizing gentle washing with soap and water, drying thoroughly, avoiding harsh creams or bleaches, and avoiding facial veils. It notes freckles may fade with time, cautions against peeling, and warns about sun exposure and winter veils for children.
A woman writer in the Orange Judd Farmer extols filet net collars. A three inch wide strip yields five collars for a 12 or 13 inch neck. Use mercerized four thread cot ton, working each square twice to fill the pattern.
Instructions describe fastening ends with eight squares from the side and 28 from the bottom. Use eight scallops across with twelve across including the corner. Work over seven squares to finish the hem with four squares below the pattern. Wear options include a ribbon bow or a large brooch.
The article highlights tapestry girdles in varied shades with wide backs and front buckles. It notes a ivory tapestry girdle with cross stitch, a large back pansy, and pansy front buckle. Styles include threading belts through coats to cinch the back while fronts remain open, finished with art nouveau buckles.
Kate Upson Clark argues against imitation in social dress and behavior. A tale of Miss Hobart and a village girl shows how mimicking others destroys individuality. Education should cultivate independent thought and personal integrity over borrowed style and manner.
Instructions describe knitting a string bag using four No. 11 needles and two balls of lustrine orange and black. Cast on 24 stitches per needle, perform a series of knit and make one increases, knit two together decreases, and pattern rounds in two colors. Include crochet edging, wire insert, circular end, ribbon ties, and hang as a functional corner décor.
The guidance instructs hosts to serve all ladies first including family members, and for gentlemen to serve any lady beside them whether known or not. It also advises taking soup from the nearest edge of the plate by moving the spoon toward oneself.
William E. Curtis reports in support of the Manila Times that the Republican win and Roosevelt’s continued leadership have sparked great joy and renewed confidence in the Philippines. He cites planned investments, a cocoanut products plant at Pigbilwo Bay, and large public works in Manila including a harbor, sewer, water system, and pavements under American rule.
Commentary notes the 1905 trend of evolving Democratic platforms and William Jennings Bryan's stance on wealth and debts. It cites mixed movements within the party, Bryan’s alleged fears of plutocracy, and cross-party agreement on debt payment while contrasting export and tariff perspectives from various papers.
In 1904 U S exports of manufactures topped 602 million dollars for the first year of current history, up from 441 million in 1900 and 201 million in 1896, with expectations of further gains in 1905. The rise signals strong protectionist gains, increased foreign investment, and a widening U S industrial lead in Europe.
The article surveys belts and gloves fashion in detail, highlighting narrow back weighted belts, crush belts, and suspended-front dips. It notes suede gray belts with silver buckles, blue kid gloves with steel rail back designs, and a novel concealed change purse in gloves for matinee use. It stresses care in removing gloves to preserve stitching and shape.
The house records show near total approval of the president’s plan to curb oppressive rail freight rates. The Troy Times notes broad popular backing for regulation that makes rail companies serve citizens, likening the public mood to Lincoln era protests and highlighting growing confidence in Roosevelt since last November vote.
The Washington Star warns against alarmist actions by writers who urge tariff revision and rail rate changes. It argues business leaders seek prudent adjustments, while frantic rhetoric risks provoking real negative outcomes and may mislead lawmakers.
A Philadelphia Press item highlights heavy linen toilet cases for travelers. Each insert fits wash cloths sponges and soap, lined with thin rubber to protect the valise interior, and sold in sets of six in a woman friendly travel accessory.
A survey of current trends highlights iron jackets for spring, Maelish eyelet work on silk petticoats, nearly universal waistcoats on tailor mades, and Weils lace matching suit colors. Mohal suits emerge, brocade suits for tea gowns, detachable collars and cuffs with tailored outfits, white waists with dark skirts fading in favor of a restaurant gown look.
The passage advises decorative ruffles and neck lace for blouses. It suggests marrow valenciennes lace or fine blind embroidery as options and notes ruching can be washed with the blouse. It implies a DIY approach to narrow lace trims for fashionable necklines.
Urn shaped table lamps are popular with dull brass standards. Ground glass shades inset with jewels accompany these lamps.
Banaharina flour from plantain touted as a high quality nutritious food. Reported to be agreeable and healthful, it is especially recommended for children and invalids in Venezuela where it is gaining favor.
London Punch reports a baseless tale that Lady Hopton Wood’s Manx cat suffered diseased liver. The article states the liver was healthy and of normal condition, refuting the rumor.
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