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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1921
Page
10
A Paris fashion report notes that simplicity and proportion guide the season. Maadeleine Vionet’s designs stay minimal and exclusive, with gowns valued for wearability and originality, while Mme Roland showcases straight black crepe lines with narrow panel trimmings.
The article notes a fashion trend with heavy black alk thread necklines and a belt of velvet cabbage roses enhancing straight dresses. Belts now accentuate the waist in a frank, bold manner, even on somber all day gowns, reflecting a shift in acceptable adornment this season.
In Paris fashion notes bold colors dominate initial and later showings while black remains favored for economy and chic. Callot features dramatic draped gowns with black satin bases and jet bead embroideries. cerise and gold brocade gowns show daring transparency. Poiret introduces spectacular everyday pieces with fur bands and vivid brocades, including a blue serge dress with a straight fuller skirt and gathered waist.
A New Orleans Times-Picayune piece recalls the 1621 Plymouth feast, the national shift to a Thanksgiving tradition, and how the holiday blends football crowds in Boston with charity in New Orleans. It notes historical proclamations, regional customs, and a shared sense of gratitude amid national prosperity.
A historical meditation on the first Thanksgiving. The article recalls settlers seeking relief in a new land and Governor Bradford’s call to observe a day of thanks. It contrasts autumn abundance with uncertain springs and emphasizes security found in stored food and fulfilled seasonal promise.
Fashion notes describe varied footwear with minimal leather soles and bracelet-like accents, plus gloves and rings to enhance feminine charm. Paris designers mix black with colored stitching and straps, while hats show black panne felt with ostrich veils and plumes sweeping around headpieces to shoulder height.
Dinner dresses are described with straight shoulder to shoulder necklines and no sleeves. They feature a lowered waistline and a sometimes bloused back, presenting a typical late night or formal wear style.
Indres accessories and house furnishings fill shops at Christmas time for women. Neckwear offers endless dainty options and never fails to please. A vesteo and collar of embroidered awiss pictured here is a beauty sure to delight.
A description of simple handmade toy animals arriving on Christmas morning. A black kitty is created from worn out silk stockings with ears formed by cut edges, a cotton body, cord tail, ribbon bow, button eyes, floss whiskers, and a bow. An elephant is fashioned from gray fabric with shoe button eyes and white cloth tusks.
A versatile gift bag suitable for both men and women. It can be made with a basket, silk for the top, silk cord hangers, and small silk roses for trimming. In larger sizes, it serves as an attractive laundry bag.
Gift ribbons each year bring in new sashes girdles hair bows and many other belongings to replace those worn out by time. Two ribbon girdles pictured here make charming gifts one a narrow satin ribbon bordered with tinsel and decorated with ribbon flowers the other a wide sash of two toned patin ribbon with loops at each side and a back knot.
A description of a handmade clown doll using discarded ribbed underwear or stockings. The doll features a white or pink stocking head, black and red painted face, two-tone rear colors, cotton stuffing, and a white neck ruffle.
Instructions describe making old fashioned pop corn balls by cooking molasses candy then stirring in puffed corn to thicken. Spoon the mixture onto greased paper, cool, and roll each portion into a ball while greasing hands first.
Practical method to revive stale bread by toasting then soaking in boiling water. After draining, cut into small squares and serve with custard, or a dressing of egg cream and sugar for an appetizing dessert.
A simple book for telephone numbers is made from black oilcloth and white paper with small holes at the ends for a hanging cord. A powder and rouge box are covered in black lacquer and decorated with colored sealing wax to resemble ribbon and flowers.
A child enjoys a skipping rope with deep pink handles painted to resemble faces and clothes. By replacing the handles with clothespins and tying the rope, the toy becomes a simple home craft, featuring Nannette and Rintintin styled faces.
The article suggests a tile rack with cretonne covering and a nickel towel rack mounted on the front. It is hung by a silk cord attached at the back with screw eyes, designed for easy reach of a dressing case.
The Dellinentor notes corn should be freshly popped and wrapped in waxed paper until the steam stops. This implies careful handling to preserve texture and prevent mess.
The text describes saving soap scraps and melting them with water in a granite pan, then mixing with cornmeal to form dukes for cleaning, claiming it whitens hands and is effective for cleaning.
To clean silverware place a pan of boiling water with one teaspoon baking soda. Submerge the silverware so it touches the aluminum, let sit a few minutes, then rinse with clear water and dry.
A luncheon tale from James K Hackett recalls a visit by a clumsy old man seeking a gift for becoming a great tragedian. The man’s awkward speech and hat gesture reveal the contrast between aspiration and talent as Hackett reflects on the encounter.
An old advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as a guaranteed fade resistant option for wool silk linen cotton and mixed fabrics. It claims even a first time user can dye sweaters skirts and children's coats without color running or fading. The copy emphasizes ease and home use with directions included.
A four year old visiting Columbus, with limited rural experience, travels with relatives and spots a field brimming with woolly worms. He exclaims in awe, “Oh, mother, mother, here is the place where the woolly worms grow,” as a horse and buggy pass a tall grass and foxtail area. This Indiana press clipping captures a child’s first country discovery.
An old advertisement claims Cole's Carbolinate quickly mollifies and soothes burn pain without fear. It promises instant relief and offers a package by sending to The J. W. Cole Co. in Rockford, Alabama, via a druggist or by mail order.
In a Boston Transcript item a gardener explains a shallow stone basin holds a “bled fethh” while Bath Night observer Vat questions its meaning. The gardener asserts it is a bath and insists Vat doubtfully accepts that only someone alive could tell Saturday night from another.
British forces defeat Siraj-ud-Daulah at Plassey gaining Bengal and Behar. This victory strengthens British hold in India and sets the foundation for imperial rule beginning June 28, 1767.
Turpentine is a good solvent to remove obstinate paint strain. It is also very effective in removing gum of other resinous substances as well as tar road oil creosote oil asphalt etc.
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