Twelve Greatest Women Question by League of Women Voters
The League seeks twelve notable North American women to inspire others and guide Chilean delegates. It invites broad, nonpartisan nominations of women who have significantly advanced women's service and global progress, aiming for a comprehensive, inclusive list without movement or occupation restrictions.
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United States
National League of Women Voters
North America
Chris
South America
Senorita Graciala Mandwfano
Chile
Pan-American Conference of Women
League
Senorita Mandufano
Benorita Mandujano
League of Women Voters
Attractive Lights For A Well Furnished Home
The piece explains that attractive lighting matters more than furniture alone, urging harmonious lamp shades, warm colors like rose and soft yellows, and proper shading to avoid harsh light. It guides budget options, lamp bases, and a DIY approach to shades using silk, bindings, and simple coverings.
Lingerie Frocks a New Departure in Paris Fashion
The article notes a shift in lingerie frocks in Paris from classic white lace and drawn work to innovative designs using cotton crepe in vivid colors. Frocks feature heavy embroidery with wooden beads and large dark stitching on lighter backgrounds, with fagoting gaining favor among dressmakers over traditional handkerchief linen.
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Paris
Women Achieve Ambitions and Political Shifts
A collage of items notes Mrs Ciara Miller as secretary to a Washington magnate and serving as a desk messenger, a French women led boycott threat over male authors, Harriet D Woods nominated for Congressional Library post, a claim of a practical garment for the sick by George Thompson of Oyster Bay, and California’s 1921 Japanese birth rate record alongside shifts in female employment from 1899 to 1920.
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Ciara Miller
Washington
George Thompson
Oyster Bay
L. L
California
Perfect Days and Outdoor Sports Take Youth Far Afield
Garment trends for autumn and summer sportswear feature colorful sweaters and knitted dresses. The text highlights sweater coats, overlay blouses, brocaded looks, and practical knits for athletic wear, with emphasis on comfort, fit, and stylish girdles. Embroidered sweaters in almond tones with vivid Egyptian designs are noted for town and country use.
Artistic Taste Shown in Choice And Arrangement of Pictures
The essay urges careful selection and hanging of pictures to suit room size and color. It cautions against overcrowding walls with varied frames and subjects, notes walls should have space around each work, and favors neutral tints and cohesive frames. Emphasizes one or two well chosen artworks over many mismatched pieces in small rooms.
Modern servants and the housewife's new balance
The author argues that mechanical aids and appliances quietly replace traditional help, easing burdens on households. Many women in comfortable circumstances no longer rely on live-in servants, learning to direct and manage as services dwindle. The piece laments forgetfulness about offering work and notes a shift toward self-reliant domestic management.
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Gome
Molly
Dinah
Bridget
Bath brick as kitchen cleaner and floor scrub
A peculiar tip touts finely powdered bath brick as a great boon for kitchens. For a dull gray floor or table, mix warm water with salt, dip a root trush into the paste, rinse and scrub to reveal a surprising difference.
The Secret of Contentment Through Self Control
A compact reflection on contentment emphasizing shaping ambition for happiness, forming character by conquering self, and regulating the mind. It argues genuine success comes from love of work and service, not wealth, urging practical effort, health, and steady character rather than swift gains.
Cleaning That White Paint
Wipe away paratin with a warm water rinse. Wring a small sponge and dab gently. Dip in cold water, wring, and wipe. Use a bare cloth to dry and then polish with white furniture cream. Finish with a soft dusting to restore a near new white finish.
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Wbih
Aljed
Mike New
Woman's job and home budget plan for savings
A 1920s style discussion argues that women should work and manage finances. It cites banks endorsing home budget plans to guide wives in spending. It advocates limiting rent to 18 percent of income, food to 38 percent, and channeling remaining funds to essentials and savings.
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United States
Courtesy and Comfort for the Night Guests in 60s Homes
The article describes host duties of the era including candlesticks, maid service, and dim corridors. It notes modern substitutes like vacuum bottles, tea, and ice water for guest comfort, plus provisions such as wafers, writing materials, reading matter, and rations for early risers.
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Jong
Jet Walter
Guest’s Comfort and Breakfast Arrangements Noted
The guest’s comfort is considered with care and magazine selections chosen to interest him. Do not announce breakfast preferences before retirement and inquire if he desires waking at a specific time.
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Nell
Bia
Fad and Foibles of Smart Women in homespun hats
A fragmentary fashion note describes braids binding stays, georgette negligees with lace berths, waxed ribbon bow sheen, beaded straw hats, and wide ribbons forming collats. It explains white braids on hats, crown knoting, and braided ink hats trimmed simply, suited to sport or summer wear in the South.
Raspberry desserts and uses in old recipe collection
A fragmented recipe note explores how raspberries can be prepared and served. It suggests methods including baking, custards, compotes, pies, and jams with descriptions of ingredients, cooking steps, and serving ideas. The text emphasizes using fresh or canned raspberries and offers several dessert ideas.
Garden furniture bargains at the shops this spring
Vendors tout garden seats swings and cushions in bright rope and painted wood. Showrooms offer bed swings starting around thirty dollars with sun shades, tent houses with wooden floors for mosquito protection, and children’s tents promising happiness for kids.
News Jottings of Women: Physical Perfection Details
Incomplete items mention Mrs. George F. Haro widow of a New York police officer earning income by selling eightsticka at local eateries. The text references a deputy eturcist and unclear notes on nimble engagements and panicked events in Stet county.
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New York
George F. Haro
Stet County
New Fork
Engert
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