White House Bride Emerges As Washington Social Favorite
The youngest daughter of President Wilson, chosen as a wife by Secretary McAdoo, is described as tall, graceful, and socially influential. She speaks French and German, paints and sings, plays tennis and rides, and is active in bird life conservation and arts events at Cornish and in Washington society.
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Wilson
Qwiz Gibbs McAdoo
the Treasury
White House
Cornish
N. H
Wilsons
Percy Mackaye
Ornis
Mie Adeo
Washington
Cameo Shoe Buckles Highlight New Fashion Accent
The article notes the cameo plaque buckle remains stylish, now featured for shoes and slippers. It describes the buckle as a versatile ornament for sashes, hats, capes, and cloaks, emphasizing its bright highlight on footwear and its smart, unusual beauty.
System For Cleanup Time And Household Maintenance
The article argues cleaning should include stock taking and removing useless items. It suggests checking every room before work begins and sorting items into three boxes labeled Charity, Tank, and To Be Retired to guide family contributions and disposal.
Three Kinds of Starch and Laundry Tips
A domestic note explains three starch types for household use. It mentions wheat starch for general wear, corn starch for extras like collars and cuffs, and rice starch for delicate lace and fine lingerie, with guidance on two to three tablespoons per item.
Technique to stop yawning with thumb pressure
Practical tip describing a simple reflex method to curb yawning. Press the thumb under the chin at the root of the tongue while resting the head on the hand to suppress the urge. The maneuver is framed as discreet and immediate.
Gas Range Offers Now Available At Bargain Prices
Advertises gas ranges for kitchens with ready stock and generous terms. Claims switches from coal ranges and urges immediate purchase, highlighting affordable prices suitable for any budget.
Checked Coat Styles For Street And Motoring Wear
A fashion note describes the checked coat as an attractive model suitable for street or motoring use. Raglan shoulders and adjustable collars enhance practicality with convenient pockets and removable satin collar options. Cape coats and velvet capes in bright shades appear alongside new lining fabrics and various cape lengths for everyday wear.
A Frontier of Peace On the Canada United States Border
The frontier stretches over three thousand miles from Passamaquoddy Bay to Puget Sound with crumbling forts and old guns. It is described as the longest safest frontier in the world with no armed confrontation and only small defunct fishery cruisers guarding the water between the two nations. The note from St John’s Telegram emphasizes peaceful coexistence.
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Canada
United States
Passamaquoddy Bay
Puret Sound
St John’s
Uncertain Verse Fragment From Cincinnati Enquirer
Fragmentary verse item from the Cincinnati Enquirer mentions horses Sena Willie-Pa and a playful exchange about sense and nay with a father and son. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear event details or context.
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Willie
Cincinnati Enquirer
Footwear Fashions Emphasize Color and Dressy Slippers
Hosiery and shoes trend toward color, with black remains common and new fabrics like Crocades highlighted. Dressy Crocades and fancy slippers gain popularity for dancing events, while street shoes feature dark red, blue, or green leathers with stylish buckles. Cleopatra sandals appear as indoor wear without hose in smart shops.
Ironing Board Cover Instructions
Practical guide to making an ironing board cover from unbleached muslin or denim. Cut two yards by sixty six inches or board length, join pieces, bind edges, leave two inch serpent for map, and add pockets for holders stand and wax to keep items organized.
Roasted Walnuts with Butter and Salt
If you are fond of walnuts try roasting them for a change. Shell the walnuts and put them in a pan with about one teaspoon of butter per cupful of nuts. Sprinkle with salt and bake in a moderate oven, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Do not let them brown too much as this spoils the flavor.
When Driving Nails And The Royalty Parrot
An anecdote explains driving nails by pinching paper to avoid hammer injuries and a humorous tale from Random Recollections recounts King George in his Duke of York days examining rifles. The tale includes a talking parrot that curses, prompting the duke to demand who said rats.
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Caton Woodville
George
Duke of York
Kruger
Woodville
Lee Metford
City Hall Park
Uxtry
New York
Zoological Nota Proverb Play on Stripes and Spots
A witty note contrasts the lion and leopard with changing spots and stripes. The Philadelphia Record quips that no proverb arose for zebras, implying signature animal traits remain constant.
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Philadelphia
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Masonic Hall
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Paterson Ave
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White Seashore
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Buck Mountain Coal
Jeddo
John Hawkins
Fast Nutley
New Jersey
Philadelphia Inquirer
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L. Colton
Pelephone
Newark
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