Velvet Capes and Velvet Ensembles Dominate Fall Fashion
Velvet capes and velvet ensembles in solid colors are the autumn rage for day and evening wear. A notable Chicago exhibit by the Associated Dress Industries of America showcased a dressy velvet ensemble with a cream satin cape and beaded eggshell blouse. Models feature sheer monotone velvets, plaited skirts, and monogrammed jackets, blending dressy and casual style for the social season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Dress Industries of America
Good and Poor Posture Shown In Farm Women Images
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture the photos show a woman peeling potatoes with slouched posture and fatigue versus a correctly seated position with back straight feet flat and proper head posture. The images illustrate proper posture for household tasks studied by farm women under home demonstration agents.
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Eet States Department of Agriculture
Hampshire County
Massachusetts
Milk in Bread Making Aids Nutrition and Quality
The U S Department of Agriculture reports using whole or skim milk in white bread improves nutritive value crust color and crumb texture. Hard spring wheat flours respond better than winter wheats and fermentation tolerance widens with skim milk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Dairy Industry
Aunt Sammy to Reach Honolulu Households on KGU
Hawaiian housewives will hear Aunt Sammy the USDA radio spokeswoman as the Housekeepers Chats begin on Station KGU October 1 for the 1928-29 season. Prepared by the Radio Service of USDA, the broadcasts deliver homemaking facts via about 90 cooperating stations.
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Sammy
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
KGU
Honolulu
Radio Service
Bureau of Home Economics
Department
Re-Sizing Tips for Limp Rugs
If a rug remains limp or curls at edges, re sizing helps. Lay rug face down, in a quiet room. Tack securely, then apply a glue solution of dissolving flake glue in hot water. Use about a quarter pound glue per half gallon water.
Proper can opening and storage advised for foods
The practice of leaving foods in open cans is poor housekeeping. After opening, contents should be placed in a clean vessel, preferably earthenware or porcelain. The danger from tin cans is often exaggerated as shellac lining is insoluble unless a flaw exists.
Mint Gelatin With Cold Slices Of Lamb
A bureau of home economics recipe shows mint flavored cucumber and pineapple gelatin to accompany cold lamb. The mint and pineapple mix with cucumber, lemon juice and peppermint oil to create a pale green mold to serve chilled with sliced lamb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Home Economics
Little Profit to Him in Breaking Records
Edward A. Neylon, exalted ruler of the New York Elks, warns that airmen and automobile racers chase impossible and deadly records. He recalls a joke about two tramps and Redface Leary to illustrate overreaching wagers and misfortune.
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Edward A. Neylon
The
New York Elks
Redface Leary
Redface
Milks Emulsion Transforms Young Patient’s Health
Rose Mondrow of Frontenac Kansas reports long standing constipation resolved after using Milks Emulsion. She gained five pounds and improved complexion and vitality after twelve bottles, promising to publish her letter and answer inquiries. Sold by druggists with satisfaction guaranteed by Milks Emulsion Co Terre Haute Indiana Ad.
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Milks
Rosemond Rower
Frontenac
Kans
Milks Emulsion Co
Terre Haute
Ind
Ady
Birds thwart rattler in pheasant battle near Miller South Dakota
A farmer's wife witnessed two pheasants repeatedly swoop at a rattlesnake by the roadside near Miller, South Dakota. The birds kept out of reach as the snake struck, but the pheasants finally dispatched it with coordinated pecks.
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Miller
PILES CURED AT HOME SELF TREATMENT CLAIMS
Ad copy pitches at home treatment for piles with guaranteed results. Also lists sales positions and a direct factory to consumer line including coveralls and work clothes. Mentions Hines Co in Dallas Texas and Union Joe Box 359 New Orleans.
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Hines CO
Willamet Ave
Dallas
Texas
Moat
Union Joe
New Orleans
Hen Sets Longevity Record Dies at Beaver Valley Farm
A twenty four year old hen at Charles Witchey's Beaver Valley farm, owner since birth, died after long life of laying eggs until two months prior. The bird had grown feeble and lost balance in recent years but continued laying.
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Charles Witchey
Beaver Valley
Witchey
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U. S. Dept. of Agriculture
Kel
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Tate Farm
J. J. Jackson
Arden No. 2
Ark
State Farm
Tucker
K-R-O Co
Springfield
Ohio
Star Nowco Pany
Bessemer
Ala
Peters Trust
Omaha
Nebr
Bradley Polytechnic Institute
Peoria
Bradley Watch School
Peoria, al
Lean O
Dimmitt County
Tex
Wonderful Winter Garden District
Miami
Fla
Paul O. Morris
Cedar Street
Fulton
Bic
Mosco Service
Fayetteville, Ark
W. J. Reiss
Mascoutah
Grove’s
Hen’s
Hanford
Moneill
Houston
Algy
PEXEL
Ray
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