Prints Triumph Anew This Summer in Velvet and Velvet Trim
Cherie Nicholas notes a vivid summer for prints with floral patterns on velvety surfaces. Worth designs feature white and black line prints with velvet girdles and coats, while bold red backgrounds and blue fox edging create chic daytime jackets. Accessories include velvet hats gloves scarves and belts, with Paris trends pushing reddish hues.
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Paris
House of Worth
Milady
Union
Lifes Jests Grandpa's Quiet Afternoon
Grandpa slept in the armchair as faint noises rang out like a cross-cut saw. Jackie teased by twisting the waistcoat button and whispered that he was tuning grandpa in on something different. Father cautioned not to disturb him.
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Father
Jackie
Grandpa
Little Boy Resents Teacher, Mother Teaches Kindness
A Chelsea Record item recounts a boy returning home furious at his teacher. He laments hate, but his mother reminds him the Bible commands love for all. He retorts that the Bible predates her by generations.
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Chelsea Record
Not to Be Used Little Jane Cautions Guest Towels
A remark by little Jane draws attention to a house rule on bathroom towels not to be used, noted by the Indianapolis News with a light domestic quip.
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Jane
Indianapolis News
Expulsion Conversation At Country Club Sparks Caws
In a brief exchange a member asks why Mr Crow was expelled and receives the quip that it was for caws. The remark hints at a lighthearted or gossipy debate over the club's action.
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Mr. Crow
Dresses From Bags Become Economical Fad
Women embrace dresses made from burlap sacks amid shortages. Initiated by Miss Iris Davenport of Louisiana State University extension division, the craft uses common supplies like flour and sugar bags, with bags perforated, bleached, dyed, and transformed into stylish street frocks.
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Iris Davenport
Louisiana State University
Horizontal Hats Become Popular Fad for Women
A local piece notes women adopting wide flat hats in May era style, describing hats from 10 to 22 inches across. The author likens them to merry widow shapes and picnic plates, with daffy flower adornments, perched stiffly on the hat band.
Gingham Blouses Match Linen Suits and Accessories
Gingham blouses complement linen suits with a matching gingham hat. For a full gingham look, gloves can be crafted from the same fabric as the blouse and hat.
Embroideries Introduce Varied Fashion Types
Embroideries appear in many fashion styles, showing broad variation. The article notes diverse methods and patterns enhancing apparel appeal and craftsmanship.
Shepherdess Hat from Cherie Nicholas
Feature on the latest mid summer shepherdess style wide brimmed hats. Describes a shallow crown not fitted to the head and a brim that dips over one eye. Notes ribbons and Paris millinery trends guiding selection this season.
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Paris
Belts Complement Sport Frocks In Colorful Styles
Knitted string belts in blue green and red and a white canvas dress paired with a narrow blue braid belt highlight a sports fashion set. A natural linen frock features a two inch knitted string belt while the white dress adopts a slim blue braid accent.
Sailor Collars Return with Bold New Styles
Old-fashioned sailor collars return in broader designs. Many rise about two inches off the shoulders to create a pronounced broadened shoulder look now seen in fashion.
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Rogue
Misunderstanding Ties Speech to Language Bonds
Senator Sorghum argues that even speakers of the same language struggle to understand each other amid rising miscommunication. The Washington Star quotes him reflecting on linguistic limits.
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Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Not the time to seek jobs amid impending seizures
Quote from Lausanne L'Illustre notes authorities plan to seize goods tomorrow. Inquiry asks if anyone is available to assist in the seizure.
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Lausanne
L'Illustre
New Models Dick Finds Penny Worth Inheritance
Dick, son of an automobile salesman, notices his sister displaying pennies she earned. He remarks he would like them, calling them the new models.
No Tips Old Gentleman Humor in London Scene
Comic caption style lines reflect a London humorist exchange about dining etiquette. A waiter notes no tips beneath the plates while an old gentleman asks about changes over ages, capturing urban wit and social manners.
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London
Mamma and the Nose at the Door
A humorous exchange centers on a visitor at the door. A child asks if the man has a bill, and the mother notes he only has a plain nose, turning a simple mistaken motive into a lighthearted moment.
Jones Faces Scrutiny Over Self-Made Claim
A local discussion questions Jones's assertion of self-reliance as experts warn a mistake may stem from not consulting specialists. The exchange highlights doubts about his approach and potential impacts on his plans.
Forbidden kitchen ban and bold witticism in Madrid humor
A brief Madrid humor line jokes about a wife forbidden to cook and a playful exchange on who is forbidden. The quip ends with a cheeky reply denying the premise.
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Madrid
A Little Premature First Little Girl Exchange
A humorous dialogue fragment shows two young girls in a playful exchange about names and marriage. The first asks Marie for her last name while the second jokes she is not yet married, reflecting light social humor.
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Marie
Band Practice Miscue Sparks Heated Chorus Reprimand
A band rehearsal ends in tension when a cornet player freezes during the chorus. The conductor scolds the section for the spoiled effect while the rookie explains his misread instruction refrain. The mishap highlights onstage miscommunication and learning curves.
Jack Newlyrich’s Common Sense Sparks Banter
London Tit-Bits quip highlights Jack Newlyrich as seemingly practical while jokingly noting his mother’s disdain for anything common. The remark plays on the paradox of praised practicality contrasted with harsh sentiment toward ordinariness.
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Jack Newlyrich
London
Tracing Him in the Business Section
A terse exchange probes Jones's whereabouts as one character asks about his location and acquaintance with coaling stations, hinting at behind the scenes activity in the business district. The dialogue implies searching for a person connected to fuel facilities.
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Jones
Too Much Competition
A brief caption from Olten Woche im Bild notes a humorous exchange before a concert starts, implying a crowded or competitive setting. The fragment hints at backstage timing and a light, everyday moment surrounding a performance.
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Olten Woche Im Bild
Two Lovers Duel For Choice in Venice Gaz zettino
A witty note from Venice Gaz zettino Illustrato shows a daughter asking her father which of two lovers to marry first. The exchange captures humorous social tension and mallard of courtship in period Italian life.
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Venice
Gazzettino Illustrato
Did you ask if the chicken was young or old before buying
Dubila Opinion notes a household exchange where a woman asks Mary if the chicken is young or old and Mary confirms it is old. The quip underscores prudence in purchases and echoes a domestic humor about poultry age in daily life.
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Dubila
Landlady and Boarder Debate Beef Doneness
Dialogue reveals a landlady asking Miss Phim about beef doneness. The boarder replies the meat is too rare and requests it cooked longer. The exchange highlights a domestic preference conflict in a concise household scene.
Singing Wife at Bathroom Door Laughs Over Bath
A humorous caption depicts a wife calling to her husband at the bathroom door that dinner is ready. He replies he will finish his bath after one stanza, highlighting a playful domestic moment.
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John
They say opportunity knocks only once
A witty exchange notes opportunity arriving once and dismisses repeating chances as unnecessary. The quip plays on a door knocker metaphor to imply rare chances are decisive.
Counterfeit Twenty-Dollar Bills Reported in Circulation
Reports warn of many counterfeit twenty-dollar bills circulating while genuine notes remain scarce. The issue raises concern among money handlers and the public about identifying real currency and avoiding losses.
His Humble Opinion Motorist Cartoon Query
A brief cartoon caption from the Montreal Gazette features a boy asking a loud pedestrian about directions to the zoo. The motorist replies with a wry remark about not running the 700, underscoring a humorous street exchange.
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Montreal Gazette
Social Question Mrs Newrich What Is That
Dialogue notes a common gray squirrel spotted by Mrs Newrich and Mr Newrich in a brief London Tit Bits style exchange. The line queries whether to notice the creature, capturing a small domestic moment.
Weekly Reminder and Jilted Suitor Exchange
A brief London humor item contrasts a friend’s weekly reminder with a jilted suitor who insists he will not forget and has bought too much on the installment plan. The gag hinges on the comic conflict between memory and consumer folly.
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London
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