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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1926
Page
8
The article traces Pyrrhus the Great’s Western invasion and defeats by Rome, noting his costly victories and ultimate failure. It contrasts his doomed universal conquest with Rome’s rising republic power and the enduring force of free peoples.
Lanvin shows a range of simple dresses in black and white prints and pale tones, with boleros and evening wear using black laces and tulle. Children’s crepe two piece frocks with capelets, tunic treatments, and belts define a sophisticated yet practical collection. A summer white crepe model highlights plaits, flounces, and a silver rose ribbon accent, paired with a silk straw hat and ostrich feather decor.
A reflection on how men speak more freely before women in intellectual circles and how higher culture fosters sincerity. The passage argues culture tolerates variety of opinion and erodes dissimulation, with a quoted view attributed to Philip G. Hamorton from 1880.
Inward poise yields outward assurance says a London Mall note. The piece contrasts the careful child and the cautious amateur, noting that true skill comes from balanced handling rather than fear of the tool.
A humorous scene shows a girl shooing away a crowd as her father, wearing number eleven, acts as a comical judge in a makeshift courtroom set by Carnegie. The playful performance mocks authority and features family members in roles.
A delicate sport ensemble features an oriental jacket heavily embroidered on cream linen, trimmed with rose velvet bands, worn over a cream satin sport dress. The ensemble is completed by a pale pink felt hat.
Rubberized traveling cases in flat envelope styles and draw-string pouches are showcased for all travel types. Envelope models are larger with more compartments and come in sets including cases for face cloth and a circular powder puff holder. Sets feature soft silks, tapestry designs, and colors from light to dark with variants suitable for camp use in dark gray and khaki.
A survey of the season shows almost all frock and wrap styles in good taste. Loose Mandarin coats, form-fitting coats, headpieces, and oversized hats appear, with slender hems on wraps and flared or plaited dresses. Low waistlines persist, giving a youthful look, while curves resist revival. Materials include stripes, batik prints, salts, and light pastels with light shoes and parchment or light gray hosiery.
The article notes raincoats with bright flowered prints, plaids, marbled patterns, and light ten ounce rubberized fabrics. Cape-coats and reversible designs are popular, with matching rubber hats and pastel elictoth hats in mannish styles gaining attention.
Paris fashion notes highlight growing appeal of tailor mades for women. Styles vary from long jackets aligning with skirts to hip length jackets and three quarter cuts. Fabrics range from cloth and velvet with braid to plain fabrics for smoking jackets, with evening tuxedo versions in lame.
Lace appears as a versatile accessory shaping collars cuffs scarves mantilla and neckline details. Designers edge pockets with lace while black dresses pair lace with bold velvet ribbons and long colored tassels. Lace also forms sashes and arm attachments enhancing tonal textures and dress outlines.
White pongee aprons gain popularity for daily use with deep hems and waist band buttons. Two pointed pockets and a square bib suit practical wear while the fabric washes well and lasts, signaling a lasting trend rather than a passing fad.
An article highlights envelope purses crafted entirely from raffia. The designs feature color against a natural raffia background, showing a smart carry for tailored summer style.
The article outlines Bright's disease chronic kidney failure linked to aging and poisons, and a rapid, infection-related form common in children. It describes causes such as infections, poisons, childbirth, burns, and skin disease, plus symptoms like fever, pale face, swelling, reduced urine, and potential fatal outcomes. Prevention emphasizes avoiding poisons, infections, cold exposure, and bed rest after scarlet fever measles or diphtheria.
USDA notes alfalfa in rotation yields higher gains than manure after potatoes, with potatoes up 84.1 bushels per acre from manuring vs 43.5 from alfalfa across eleven years at Huntley Montana. Cites further findings on dairy pastures, corn potential, sugar beets, fruit trees, and hogs.
A discussion on how the Schick test can identify susceptible children and how toxin antitoxin can prevent diphtheria. Despite knowledge and past reductions in New York death rates, many children still die due to ignorance and indifference, urging universal school entry testing and vaccination.
The amphitheater known as The Round Table at Caerleon Monmouthshire England is to be carefully excavated and is a center of Arthurian legend as one of Britain's legendary fortresses.
The term mnemonics describes the oldest technique for artificial memory aid. It is credited to the Greek poet Simonides, who lived around 500 B C.
French scientist Jean Bernard Leon Foucault, born in Paris in 1810 and died there in 1868, is recognized for inventing the gyroscope and for work in optics and mechanics.
The Detroit Free Press notes a seasonal ease as seven or eight days of summer provide comfort without overcoats, reflecting on climate shifts and reader mood during warmer stretches.
The Department of Agriculture reports on 422 southeastern Pennsylvania farms, noting milk price and production efficiency largely drive dairy profits. It urges higher winter production, improved cleanliness, better cow care, and precise feeding to boost earnings, with Department Bulletin No. 1400:D available free while supplies last.
Fertilizer saved is money saved and feterita proves its worth among Kansas sorghums as a catch crop. Dry wood ashes furnish potash and benefit soil. oats fiber requires soaking for feeding. lime is suggested. A hog described as rugged and heavy boned is best for pork. A dust of lime and sulfur over cucumbers melons and squashes deters pests. USDA studies fly control at the government dairy farm in Maryland.
Grain amounts vary with milk yield. About three pounds per cow daily for a 95 pound milk yield. up to eight or nine pounds for a 50 pound yield. Corn balances with pasture but oats or gluten feed improve intake for heavy milkers. Feed according to production.
The article argues that proper barn facilities and stable design are essential for successful dairying, with sanitation cited as a crucial factor. It notes many operations run in cramped quarters and questions long term profitability without adequate housing and sanitation.
The profile highlights Pete Donohue of the Cincinnati Reds as a smart pitcher who studies his craft. It notes his Texas college background and engaging personality as shown by his popular smile in photographs.
The article notes Old Jack Quinn’s pitching efficiency and multiple midseason moves including Al Fred Reynolds to Decatur and Clyde Barfoot to Mission. Cincinnati fans credit Jack Tendrick for Reds boosts while Syracuse University names Victor Hanson captain of the 1927 team. It also mentions Yankee Stadium capacity, George Bradley’s no homer no hit past, Bucky Harris’ manager tenure, and several minor transactions and notable game highlights.
A scattered sports notes item mentions 1857 baseball rules from New York, Olympic tennis at Amsterdam in July, Harvard runner Miller at 210 pounds with a 100 yard dash claim, and Tacowa Hall stocked trout pond. Also notes Colby track captain Mittlesdorf, USC coach Cromwell on 9.4s 100 yards, boxer Jack Bernstein once Battling Kiddy and Kid Murphy, real name Jack Dodick.
Fred Low, a 26 year veteran at Unicorn Country club near Boston, Mass., scored his first hole in one. Ralph Mutford, nicknamed The Parson for his tobacco and liquor abstinence, renounces profanity and keeps Sabbath. Charles Hoff will guide 100 Northwestern students to the University of Oslo this summer. The University of California plans 850 gallons of gray paint to refresh seats and woodwork in its stadium for the next semester.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Cooney returns to duty after absence due to injuries. He resumes his old role and delivers solid hitting and solid fielding performances, signaling a productive return to form for the club.
Unclear report describes a chaotic incident on a golf course with Army Golf Society versus St Andrews. The ball arcs toward the sixteenth green as players lose control and the ball lands off target, causing a noted disruption during play.
The piece notes Connie Minck's loan not affecting pennant chances this year. It highlights Rob ert McGrove, last year’s league strikeout leader, now on the roster afterBaltimore signing with Maaminger Fob C. Duin’s stamp of approval. McGrove’s steady form and recent performance are emphasized as he aims to build confidence.
Tray Baker, noted A. A. U. half mile champion, leaves athletics to pursue missionary work. Sent by the Northern Baptist convention in session at Washington, he travels to Burma with his brother Rev. Richard S. Baker. Baker helped Illinois Athletic Club records in four miles and was a 1924 Olympic amateur.
A historical look shows only 24 players achieved a .320 career batting average over ten years among 3000+ majors eras. Ty Cobb led with .369, Hornsby .363, Browning .353, Sisler .352, Speaker .340, Lajoie .388, Wagner .420, Anson .341, and Collins .400 among others. Cobb and Lajoie share the most hits totals with over 8,000.
Norman Ross, former swimming instructor, plans to swim the English Channel in August. Joe Coster, who controls the only tugs for assisting swimmers, is said to reserve a tug for Ross.
Reds owner and manager Jack Hendricks push to bolster pitching with Art Nehf from the Giants. Nehf, though can be unreliable, is praised as a sharp pitcher and expected to strengthen Cincinnati's rotation and overall staff depth for the upcoming season.
Quatrain, once a Derby favorite, was sold by Frederick Joluson to Cireen Tree stable for SU.n00 after disbarment from Mastropauli tan tracks. He will be trained for steeplechase. The horse showed unruly behavior in three races this season and failed to place.
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