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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1910
Page
3
Fabrics and trims for French lingerie feature pink ribbon rosebuds priced from 35 cents a bolt. Delicate embroidery and Valenciennes lace adorn bridal sets, chemises, and petticoats. Mourning lingerie favors simple white or black footing with fine hand stitching and pink tucks.
A historical note describes a white lawn princess style dress for a girl about fifteen or sixteen. It features a tucked top, front and back panels of lawn, and embroidery in English eyelet. Panels are bordered with insertion bands, detailing the garment’s construction.
A compact reflection on social bonds, comparing closeness to a glove and the hand it covers. It suggests that familiarity does not equal true friendship, using a concise metaphor to urge discernment in whom one truly trusts.
A new jabot design features fine white material edged with Irish crochet. The cut creates a deep point with diagonal bias along the upper edge. Tiny band-run tucks fall open at each end forming a cascading effect, with a revived plain tucked collar fastening at the back.
The Exchange notes a stylish shift to vests or waistcoats worn with coats for a natty summer look. Mufflers from winter inspire the idea, with a shop example of a white pique false waistcoat at 50 cents, while making four could cost little more.
A scrim cross stitched dusters bag in dark blue and green cotton with blue tassels and a cord handle is offered as an inexpensive bridal gift for a bride starting housekeeping.
Pongee silk can be washed in water if done right. Use lukewarm suds from pure white soap, rinse without bluing, and avoid rubbing on a washboard. Dry by sun and air until bone dry, then iron on the wrong side. Do not sprinkle or dampen all at once to avoid spots and shadows.
Guidance on finishing seams with hidden edges and padding scallops for strength. Tips cover rolling and whipping beading, threading ribbons through buttonholes, and fabric yardage for gowns and undergarments. Advises avoiding direct lace insertion on summer dresses and reveals method to let insertion read as lace.
The ad urges cooling relief from Coca Cola at soda fountains or Bottled, touting refreshment and health. It invites sending 20 stamp for a free booklet The Truth About Coca Cola and 20 stamp for the Coca Cola Baseball Record Book 1910 with Casey at the Bat poem and schedules.
State's Attorney questions a juror about bias in the Henpeck case. The man replies he has not formed an opinion and suggests his wife has not read about it yet. The exchange reflects early juror screening during the trial.
Mrs. Mary I. Remington of Gilroy California reports severe kidney pain and weakness during a critical period for women. After using Doan's Kidney Pills she says she was permanently cured and notes a miraculous health improvement.
A patient testimonial argues coffee causes nervous, stomach, and constipation issues. After switching to Postum, the author reports better sleep, weight gain to 167 pounds, and renewed energy, noting children also improved health and urging readers to consider The Road to Wellville.
Guidance on pre lambing nutrition for ewes stresses feeding oats bran and corn equal measures with alfalfa roughage and bran substitutes. Emphasizes dry well ventilated shelter, exercise for pregnant ewes, clean water, tempered to prevent abortion, and a barn layout description near Columbus. It includes a David Starr Jordan quote on children and philanthropy.
The guide advises giving chicks coarse sand or grit from supply houses or home gathered, always sharp and small. It lists dry bread crumbs millet seer hard boiled eggs and after a few days cracked wheat oatmeal and finely ground bone, with constant grit charcoal and fresh water kept out of reach of the birds' feet.
The Silver Campine is a Belgian breed suited to desert-like California soils. It resembles the Leghorn and Hamburgh in type, is a strong forager, good layer of mid sized eggs, and non-sitting. Varieties include Silver and Golden. cocks weigh 4.5 to 6 pounds, hens 3.5 to 4 pounds.
The article notes early sweet corn yields are high when market demand is strong. Planting densely, growers can reach about 1,000 dozen ears per acre. Prices range from 8 to 12 cents per dozen, with varieties like Cory, White Mexican, and Early Minnesota delivering the best returns despite later sorts growing larger.
Dairymen near towns find retail milk more profitable than dumping surplus. Sell with courteous, businesslike handling and honest, clean practices. Emphasize quality, cleanliness, and sanitary facilities. invite customers to visit, consider a booklet, and use attractive wagons to justify higher prices.
An elderly woman credits Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment with curing severe scalp eczema that caused itching and hair loss. Her sister and a doctor failed to help before a relative suggested the remedy, and six months later the scalp healed and hair regrew. A second testimonial notes healed feet after cold weather itching and cracking. Ellsworth Dunham, Hiram, Maine, Sept. 30, 1909.
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