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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1911
Page
1
The article discusses fur in women’s winter wear from coats and gowns to hats, muffs, and accessories. It notes fur’s enduring appeal, pairing with lace and chiffon, and its role in creating a regal, stylish look beyond mere warmth.
New table mats, covers and pillow tops used this season by housekeepers. They are two layered with an embossed upper, and come in two tones of the same color.
The article notes that Paris dictated fashion in waist measurements and many followed with small waists no longer required. It mentions 26 to 28 inches as examples and discusses methods to keep hips straight and avoid a tubelike silhouette. It references bone corsets and court sacrifices for waists.
The piece recommends skilled embroidery as a substitute for costly chiffons and nets. It details flowers and foliage worked on Yaris mustin or handkerchief linen in Kensington or Wallachian stitches, then appliqued to Brussels net for blouses or gowns. Embroidery on chiffon is also feasible with tissue paper underlay for body.
New hatpins feature birds heads and feather tufts among many varieties including wings spread designs. The display highlights numerous styles and intricate metalwork appealing to collectors and fashion enthusiasts.
A guide emphasizes tact in dress for women detailing practical wardrobe choices. It advocates simple gowns and versatile pieces, warning against overtrimmed outfits and suggesting a plain coat and skirt or a smart tailor suit for most occasions. It also notes a lightweight theater frock and a black crepe de chine dinner gown as essentials.
Nails used in bathrooms and kitchens for hanging damp cloths or towels should be painted with enamel to prevent rust stains. This tip advises protective finishing to reduce moisture damage and maintain surface cleanliness.
A patient describes severe stomach nerve pain and gall stones relief after nine bottles of Dr Kilmer Swamp Root. Testimony by Mrs Ella Henry from Kansas City Missouri notes long illness ended with recovery and endorses the product. Includes notary certification and purchase details.
In a humorous exchange Jenkins asks who governs the home while Benedict clarifies neither partners rule. They describe an informal rule by the cook, establishing an unlikely authority within their domestic life.
A brief item notes a young West Philadelphia boy has finished his first essay about a dog. The piece humorously defines a dog and hints at the boy’s budding talent, while a Cleveland Leader quote mentions the artist D Auber receiving steady work drawing the Maltese Cross crime scene in evening papers.
An intimate friend asks if charges against Biggun have been investigated. The distinguished statesman on the investigating committee says no formal inquiry has taken place beyond an informal meeting and a finding that he isn’t guilty.
A humorous quote reflects common car woes with a witty twist about the machine. The exchange lampoons patience and the stubbornness of automobiles, capturing a period voice and automotive frustration.
A Pennsylvania woman recounts headaches and palpitations tied to coffee and credits Postum as a healthful alternative. She says her friend’s success with Postum inspired her to switch and improve quickly, praising the product as a delicious food drink and urging readers to read The Road to Wellville.
The Country Gentleman outlines plans for a moderate priced piggery housing 25 brooding sows. It details sow cot designs with ventilation, materials, and winter versus summer use, plus yardage, movable huts, and feeding practices to optimize fattening and reduce pen contamination.
The piece recounts a king and his fool who boast in his presence. A week later the king confesses his error and the fool laughs, knowing the king was right. The tale, from Smart Set, reflects on pride and humility.
An Howard Bros. Buffalo New York ad promotes PETTIT'S FVW SALVE for eye ache relief. The message urges readers to align will with fate and adapt to circumstances, attributed to Marcus Aurelius.
The Dorking, one of England's oldest domesticated cow breeds alongside the Games, is credited by some poultry writers with ancient lineage tracing back to the Roman invasion of Britain. The name derives from a Surrey town, where the breed is firmly linked to its origin.
A practical guide to building a profitable sheep flock. Start small and expand gradually, gaining experience to avoid losses. Warns against rushing in and highlights care, parasites, and feeding, plus shipping lambs locally rather than overreaching.
Open ground beds should be level stone free and highly fertile. Weeds must be fought and the soil stirred repeatedly. Onions from seed are a good crop and deserve larger sowing for local markets.
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