Velvet Hats Spark Winter Frock Trends in Paris to Hollywood
Fashion notes from Julia Bottomley describe large velvet hats paired with white velvet frocks, tulle gowns, and satin accents. The piece highlights Jeanne Lanvin and Rose Descat designs, Dorothy Culver’s orange-tinted evening look, and the shift toward wide brim hats and velvet for formal wear across major salons and exclusive shops.
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America
Jeanne Lanvin
Rose Descat
Dorothy Culliver
Dooley’s Visit to Gertrude Foster at Larrasse Courthouse
Boss Peter Dooley drives from Parmalee to confront Gertrude Foster the register of deeds about county complaints. At the Dongola coal beat she hosts lunch and meetings, arranging a quiet, orderly scene with her family, Horace Foster, and aides as Dooley negotiates political tensions and second-term plans.
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OSS
Peter Dooley
Parmalee
Register of Deeds
Warmalee
Bill Platt
Bill
Joss Dooley
the Register of Deeds
Boss Dooley
Dooley
Dongola
Register of Deeds of
Larrasse County
Mrs. Wester
Mr. Dooley
Horace Foster
Horace
Papa Horace
Larrosse County
Gertrude Foster
Roof Building Unity Among Nigerian Villagers
In a Nigerian African colony, male neighbors unite to construct a single conical roof for a new home. A dozen men gather to haul, trim, and fasten stalks into a watertight, conical shelter, reflecting centuries of cooperative practice and communal celebration.
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Nigeria
Ball Versus Wheel Sparks Philosophical Sports Probe
A curious meditation compares the ball and the wheel as foundational inventions. It posits the ball may predate the wheel and influenced early human activity and play. The piece muses on labor versus leisure, suggesting ball games shaped culture before machinery.
France tests iron roads on Le Mans avenue
Government engineers pave ten tons of cast iron plates on Avenue Leon Belle at Le Mans to create a nonskid yet car friendly surface. The plates differ from traditional paving by offering durability and a use for old iron, aiming to prevent horses from slipping while remaining smooth for motor vehicles.
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le Mans
France
What She Desired Barber How Do You Want Your Hair Cut
A brief cartoon dialogue presents a barber asking a little girl her preferred cut and the girl requesting curls, illustrating a humorous street scene about grooming desires.
Canberra White City Takes Shape As Capital
Canberra becomes the capital as all buildings are to be white with variegated tile roofs. Motor, horse and foot traffic flow along planned streets, with trees and gardens lining the avenues and a backdrop of surrounding mountains.
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Canberra
Australia
City Chap Question Buries Bull Safety Debate
A terse exchange questions safety standards as a city official challenges a farmer. The wagging banter contrasts urban policy with rural practicality, highlighting confidence in risk assessment amid a skeptical audience.
Quiet Officials: Those Who Never Hurry Or Worry
A phrase notes that some people are born with calm temperaments while others obtain steadiness after holding public posts in government offices.
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Maria Guy
Julia Bottomley
Western Newspaper Union
D. J Walsh
Atwater
Kent
RADIO
Atwater Kent Radio
Atwater Kent
Atwater Kent Mfg. Company A
Wissahickon Avenue
Philadelphia
Associated Stations
U.S
Rockies
Beacon Falls
MILEA
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