Thanksgiving contrasts 1814 New England feast with today
The article recalls Thanksgiving in 1814 New England amid war with Britain and economic ruin. It contrasts scarce foods, lack of appliances, slow travel, and perilous medical care with today’s national feast enjoyed by hundreds of millions, urging solemn gratitude despite progress.
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New England
Republic
United States
Great Britain
Washington
Britain
Jackson
Pakenham
New Orleans
Union
Old New England
New
Bell Threatened Destruction At St Will iam Church
A 1500weight bell at St William's Church Rochdale road Manchester broke from its bearings during service. It rested on a wooden beam and threat of collapse prompted an alarmed evacuation and fire brigade call but the bell could not be secured from the belfry with the aid of a fire escape.
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St. William’s Church
Rochdale Road
Manchester
Eng
The Talented Girl in Anne Bryan McCall's Copeland Talk
A Woman's Home Companion essay argues there are no untalented people. It urges recognizing and cultivating personal gifts rather than envying others, noting every life has its own talents and nobility.
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Anne Bryan McCall
Ribbon at my throat request by bashful couple
A pretty girl asks her bashful beau to tie a ribbon at her throat, explaining she cannot see to do it without a glass. He obliges, starting a small domestic moment.
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Philander
Men Scale Steep Roof to Reach Bell Using Various Methods
The men spent considerable time on the task scaling the steep roof and adopting other methods of reaching the bell. Their efforts demonstrate careful planning and teamwork in a demanding repair scenario.
Comrades and Resolve in Battle Spirit
A wartime quotation notes that shared purpose and the gaze of loved ones lift a fighter, reducing difficulty and increasing resolve. It emphasizes collective effort, mutual support, and spiritual encouragement in hardship.
Knotting with Clergyman Aid
In a comic scene Philander struggles with tying a knot while sweat and embarrassment rise. Miss Mary suggests calling a clergyman to assist, and the moment of relief arrives as the couple's tension eases with the playful plan.
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Mary
Philander
Military fashion takes hold in tailored suits and frocks
The Washington Star notes a rising martial influence in women’s fashion with militarized tailoring. A black velvet ensemble features white fox trim, silver braid, and ball buttons, while long coats emphasize severe lines and a tunic skirt cut at the knee.
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Lillian IE. Young
Washington Star
Eton Jacket Returns in Fall Fashion Revival
American designers revive the eton jacket in black broadcloth paired with a Russian tunic skirt featuring broad accordion plait. The three piece outfit is completed by a black white girdle vest and a rolling medici collar, with a black velvet toque and silver trimmed hats completing the chic ensemble.
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Eton
Colors for Cold Weather in War Time Wardrobe
London Sketch notes a shift in fashion colors for wartime wear. Saxe blue to be renamed French blue. cornflower disfavored as the Kaiser’s favorite flower. brown favored. purple red wine tones popular. black worn by smart women. tawny tones and deep crimsons seen. women remain stylish and practical during war.
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London
Beauty lore and vanity remedies from old practice
A fragment outlines odd beauty advice urging use of rouge and a rabbit’s foot buried near home to influence complexion. It references daily walking to test the charm and notes tension in facial muscles leads to lines rather than relaxation. The tone resembles page-odd domestic guidance.
Fashion's Dictum in Gloves Molds Seasonal Purchase
The piece advises shoppers to buy mocha gloves early as limited tan biscuit and gray shades are scarce. It notes sizes vary by shade, gray remaining, and stresses matching glove color to shoe tops and costume tonality, urging decisive action.
Moire Ribbon Watch An Ultra Small Wrist Timepiece
The newest wrist watch is extremely small built from a moire ribbon half an inch wide doubled and fastened with a jeweled buckle. Some models are barely larger than a five cent piece with a jeweled face and jeweled ribbon clasps.
Taffeta and Pique Blouse Styles Highlight Morningwear
Ordinary morning blouses now feature a blend of taffeta and pique with taffeta for the body and pique for the collar and cuffs. Lingerie blouses debut striped effects, using wide Valenciennes lace and tucked batiste to create a sheer, lacy look.
Delicate Perfume Steam Breathes Scent Through Hair
A simple method uses boiling water and perfume in a bowl. Steam rises and carries the fragrance through the hair for a light, pleasant scent. A quick, easy process that produces a satisfying aroma.
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Sion
Silver Lace and Satin Frock Described for Formals
A one piece frock features a black satin foundation with deep chiffon sleeves. An overblouse of satin hangs smoothly from the bust to below the waist, finished with a rounded outline. Silver cords run from underarm seams to the back waist, and a silver lace collar completes the neckline.
Fabric Trends of Broadcloth and Satin
The article notes blending broadcloth with satin in garments such as a broadcloth skirt with a satin bodice. Plaid broadcloth appears in dull deep colors, praised as more pleasing than the garish hues of the prior year.
Fashion Notes on Gloves for Daytime and Evening Wear
The current trend favors neutral gloves for street outfits while suede gloves lead evening attire. White, cream, and dusty gray white shades are in vogue with a possible return of the one button glove for formal dress.
Velvet and Chiffon Afternoon Suit Description
A velvet coat suit designed for afternoon wear features a full gathered skirt on a shirted chiffon yoke. It includes a long flaring coat trimmed with chiffon and combines velvet with chiffon in an appealing way.
Use for Old Sick Skirt to Trim Many Garments and Bags
The text suggests repurposing an old skirt for sleeves and trimming on blouses, girdles, and hat trim. It also notes making items for a girl, scraps turned into sachet bags, sofa cushions, and fancy work bags.
Economical feeding of little pigs says open range aid
A columnist urges starting pigs at three to four weeks with milk and short feed, then generous pasture and green forage to build bone, muscle, and a strong stomach. It favors varied grain mixes, root-based winter rations, and dry, clean troughs. Milk is highlighted as highly beneficial when handled properly.
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W. R. Gilbert
Dipping Hogs for Mange and Insects
Guidance on hog mange treatment advises vigorous scrubbing with brush and soap, using coal tar dips at about 110 F, soaking hogs at least two minutes with head submerged, and repeating every eight days. It suggests making a home dip from crude oil and soap, disinfecting pens and surroundings, and rechecking pens to prevent recontamination.
Doors of Great Importance in Silo Construction
Builders outline essential door framing using paired two by fours spiked together on each side of the doorway line. The edge of the boards faces the doorway while the flat sides provide the surfaces for doors to rest against, resisting silage pressure.
Dust Bath for Fowls in confinement and outdoors
The article advises providing boxes of fine dust for confined fowls to roll in as a natural remedy for hens. It notes dust boxes are unnecessary if hens can find dust outside but recommends gathering dust in fall and keeping it handy for winter use.
Silo volume comparison and depth guidance
A 20 ft diameter silo with 40 ft depth holds twice the capacity of a silo of the same diameter and 25 ft depth. No silo should be under 30 ft deep, and for a silo not exceeding 12 ft in diameter, a five ft embedment is recommended to achieve adequate depth.
Improve Soils by Liming with Hme Oil and ash
Sour soils benefit from lime application. Cold soils warm and acidic soils sweeten with Hme. After underdraining soggy soils, applying Hme makes them friable and sweet.
Beat Treatment for Horse Care Emphasizes Proper Feed
The article stresses daily effort for horses and the need for quality feed given in the correct manner. It highlights that feeding starts with selecting the right feed and feeding it properly to support health and performance.
Purifying Poultry Water With Potassium Permanganate
The article promotes adding potassium permanganate to poultry drinking water to prevent disease from contaminated sources. It describes a bottom layer of crystals in a container, creating a saturated stock solution, and recommends dosing ten quarts of water with one to two teaspoons of solution. Regular cleaning of drinking vessels is advised. It cites a Maine station bulletin noting four years without a bird drinking untreated water.
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Maine
Raymond Pearl
Training the Colt in Gentle Early Handling
The guide advises starting training within a week of birth, emphasizing kindness and daily handling. Avoid tying the colt to unstable gear or loud objects, and begin early rather than delaying until age two or three. Patience and careful care prevent rushed, poor training outcomes.
Experience Essential In Cattle Feeding Startups
No farmer who has not tried it should engage in cattle feeding on a large scale at the start. Experience and good judgment are needed as much as corn to fatten steers profitably, often at high cost.
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Boston
New York
Chicago
Republic
Stock farming aids boost profits for seasons and stock
The article notes that stock, especially young cattle and cows, benefit farmers with summer and winter support improving profits and comfort.
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