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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1916
Page
10
The article surveys summer styles centered on taffeta dresses and coats. It notes two and three piece outfits in taffeta, white and black combos, navy georgette trims, and gold thread embroidery. Lush hats, tussore and chiffon accents, and metallic brocades define the chic for motoring and evening wear.
The article argues against using binders for babies, asserting abdominal muscles strengthen through use, not restraint. It warns binders cause muscle atrophy and digestive harm, recommending only a light wool shirt for warmth and protection in the earliest days.
A short guidance piece urges readers to inspect luggage before travel season. Check trunks and suitcases, mend where needed, and buy new bags on sale to avoid rush. Mark baggage with initials for easy identification at hotels and during express checks.
The article argues that people spend a third of life in bed and on a mattress, yet often resist spending for a truly good mattress. It contrasts costly rugs with the comparatively modest price of quality mattresses.
Patterns from half a century ago return with winged insect motifs in deep red and green, scrolls in red tones, and French squatty designs. Old English blue and colonial stems appear in dining rooms while ornate service sets, varying plates, and multiple dish groups proliferate. Russian imports appeal for tasteful, unusual color blends.
A critique of gushing women who flatter and agree with others to gain favor. Sincerity and calm self control are praised as lasting charms that outshine insincerity and noisy flattery. The piece argues that genuine poise and thoughtful conduct create true appeal beyond momentary charm.
A columnist muses on Chaplin as a well behaved private man and questions the social value of constant cheerfulness. The piece notes public craving for bright spirits while admitting irritation at relentless smiles during difficult moods.
The text describes gathering rose petals at dawn and layering them with salt in stone jars, then after ten days stirring daily. It calls for grinding cloves and allspice with cinnamon, transferring petals to a new jar with spice layers, and allowing three weeks for the stock to mature. For pure perfume, mix rose powder and Florentine orris powder with the leaves.
Combine one cup mashed potato with one eye of garlic and beat well. Spread half an inch thick on a buttered platter, cool, cut into 2 inch squares, then diagonally to triangles. Brush with milk and brown lightly in a hot oven or small amount of fat. Garnish with lemon slices.
The article explains blue linen cases for handkerchiefs and nightgowns. It argues blue protects white linen from yellowing and advises using blue bags or cases to store linen garments after summer ends.
A fashion description notes neckwear with deep tinted organdies and frilled hemstitched effects. It highlights a conservative white georgette crape wired into a flaring stock with a jabot picot edge.
A guide describes lace and satin girl aprons knotted into the dress girdle silhouette. The apron blends with gowns, resembles a peasant style, and favors understated hems or picot finishes. It emphasizes fabric over elaborate trimming and remains integrated with the gown rather than a separate item.
Simple parsley sauce made with butter flour milk lemon juice salt pepper and fresh parsley. Cook butter and flour then whisk in milk until boiling for five minutes. Season with salt pepper and lemon juice and stir in chopped parsley just before serving.
For needlwork lovers the article suggests embroidering a luncheon set with an orchid wreath using varied shades. Outline flowers leaves and stems in black for contrast, finish edges with heavy floss outline stitches and add a narrow lace edging to centerpieces and doilies.
A dessert method instructs using four egg yolks with one and a half cupfuls each of sugar and strong coffee. Cook over simmering water until thick, strain, chill, then whip heavy cream and fold in the coffee mix. Mold, seal, pack in ice and salt, and chill four hours. One variant uses thick cream with milk and beaten egg whites.
Sewing guide advises joining georgette crape blouse seams and embroidering the collar with colored worsted to appear up to date. The tone imitates practical home arts tips with emphasis on style through simple, attainable detailing.
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