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Newspaper
Otterbein Sun
Location
Otterbein, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1913
Page
4
A struggling butcher, facing closure due to a rival across the street, heeds a minister guidance to pray. A week later the shopowner reports renewed success, claiming the rival was struck down by the beggar over the road, and he wishes he had prayed sooner.
George B. McClellan recalls a Thanksgiving stroll on an Atlantic City boardwalk. He describes an overdressed couple quarrelling in a cafe, ending with the man pushing the woman, who rises and shouts a retort about pawned fly screens.
A World War era veteran from Camp McCoy Wisconsin reports a two year struggle with psoriasis on arms and legs. He credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with a full three month cure after trying other treatments.
Mothers urged to examine every Castoria bottle for the signature CMT and care for infants as a 30 year trusted remedy. A child named Charles pleads for mercy to avoid punishment, saying anger makes him hard to control his temper.
An advertisement claims Deans Mentholated Cough Drops drive out colds and stop throat irritation, suggesting dramatic benefits at drug stores. The piece complains the public misses an illustration and a photo of a sinking schooner, the Marjorie Brown, after it sprung a leak.
Julia Bottomley reports fashion focuses on ornate headpieces for evening wear as hats fade from theaters. East Indian influences appear in jeweled bands, lace, feathers, and flowers, with crownlike silhouettes and widespread use of head decorations beyond hats for winter collections.
A wrap worn by an elderly lady to ward off drafts at theaters is analyzed as concealing her figure. The gauze or chiffon three yard length forms wrist bands at the ends and gathers into a four inch circle at the back. When worn, the fabric falls in soft folds over the bust and hips without fully concealing the shoulders.
The evening mantle favors a wrap effect with many uses for rare clasps and ornaments. Three quarter length is recommended for lightness and to avoid crushing or concealing a delicate gown. A bride’s artistic taste features a dull deep orange brocade on dark garnet velvet with black fox trim.
An interesting novelty is the suspender made similar to men’s suspenders. Those of black velvet finished with gorgeous buckles are particularly striking. These suspenders are dressy rather than tailored and fit with the new black separate skirts and fancy lace blouses.
The article describes fashionable fur trimmed hats using mole fur and velvet crowns with crinoline interlining. It highlights brim coverings, novel sash-like bases, white ostrich sticks, and complementary marabout and ostrich neckpieces. Designer details by Julian Bottomley.
Dean Curtiss of Ames Agricultural College cites Canadian efforts in Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta to expand vocational and technical farming education. He notes experimental farms university programs demonstrations and government support as key to expanding advanced farming methods and infrastructure across prairie provinces.
Fragmentary 1913 farming report notes average yields for grain per acre and overall good performance across crops. Mentions dairy and breeding terms but provides no clear figures or locations. Leaves key data unreadable in the OCR segment.
A famed colonel famed for generosity helps a poverty stricken veteran. He learns the old man spent years in government service but reveals he served 15 years in jail for jewelry theft. The tale ends with a wry twist on service and reward.
A playful yet sharp exchange unfolds as Mia Winslow asserts a demand for independence and strength. Dialogue reveals themes of love, pride, and gender dynamics with a hint of domestic friction and humor.
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