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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1902
Page
2
The Republican slate won all city offices in Des Moines on Monday. Jas Brenton was elected mayor over Hartenbower by a large margin.
Geo. S. Batty steps down from his post as general passenger agent of the Lowa Central to accept a higher office on another railroad. Newspaper men along the line wish him success in his future endeavors.
Prospects point to a solid building season in Newton with major improvements planned for business blocks and over twenty residences already under consideration by contractors as the work begins.
The state legislature is expected to adjourn next week amid relief from the general populace as both national and state bodies are in session, keeping readers busy with news.
The month of March was the best month except last December in the history of the Record. Two weeks out of the four ten pages were printed and twice the total number of inches of paid advertising exceeded one thousand. The job printing department has also had an extra fine run of work.
Newton held a calm city election Monday with the Republican ticket unopposed and Democrats failing to nominate. The sole contest occurred in the second ward, while the Democrats are urged to refrain from county opposition for harmony.
The Record offers the lowest clubbing rates with many publications. Subscribers pay one year ahead and save on reading matter. Rates listed include Kansas City Star, Daily News Des Moines, Des Moines Register, Youth's Companion, Chicago Inter Ocean, and more. Also advertised: a small hard coal stove for sale and rent signs for sale at 10c each.
The article describes a “bachelor’s kitchen” device that disguises a cabinet as an adaptable one room solution. Sliding glass doors hide a small gas stove and utensils, with a zinc base for ice storage, creating a decorative yet functional furniture piece for single tenants.
The article describes graceful vanity bags for mademoiselle's wardrobe, often velvet or silk with satin lining and pockets for opera glasses and small items. It notes reticule style bags, delicate brocades, satin linings, ribbon ties, and varieties in white, blue, pink, buff, green, and lavender with gilt clasps.
The article describes a corded silk bag in olive green designed to hold fancywork and its necessary implements. It notes bags are in demand due to pocketsless skirts, highlighting uses for opera glasses, a fan, a scent bottle, and small pieces of needlework.
A description from Young Ladies' Journal details a fancy bag crafted with cording and long stitches, gold silk forming a central net work stripe, corners embroidered with China ribbon in pink and green, and brown silk stalks. Pink silk lining rises to the top edge, gilt rings on the exterior below the plain section, and pink ribbon drawn through the rings to close the bag.
Daily use demands weekly washing with hot water and washing powder. Dip broom, rinse, and hang to dry to harden the straw and prevent bending. Always hang broom on a hook after use to avoid one sided wear and extend usefulness.
The guide notes that large rooms with solid furniture and subdued coloring require a coordinated color scheme. It advises choosing a predominant tone for each apartment and selecting harmonious tints. It warns against uniform extremes and urges quiet tones to avoid monotony, allowing limited contrast in accents.
The familiar workbasket now appears under the name work jug and possession of a work jug is necessary to stay up to date. Slender scrapbaskets serve the purpose, with the latest note describing an insider lining that lifts out without disturbing the decorated straw catchall interior.
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