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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1914
Page
4
A fragment from a period piece shows a wife recounting a comic quarrel about a husband across a “dark room” scene. She recalls a moment with Theophilus as he lifts a plate of soup and earns a playful rebuke amid a developing kitchen “cracker” light.
The article discusses eradicating dandelions by cutting tops and applying a pinch of salt to exposed roots, noting salt ruins soil and should be tested. it also explains opals loosen from settings because they expand with heat, risking damage to gold settings.
A fragment from a 19th or early 20th century dialogue asks who invented the bean-shooter. The father, addressing his son, offers a cautious guess that it was likely a Boston man.
The article notes submarines designed for the United States navy with surface speeds around 21 knots to accompany the main fleet on the high seas. Britain is building in the Nautilus the largest submarine yet, aimed to be as sea worthy on the surface as destroyers, with surface speeds not below 21 knots and submerged speeds of 15 to 19 knots, featuring six torpedo tubes and surface displacements.
The pessimist J. Puller Gloom is asked to rock a baby left on a porch. He agrees and asks what size rocks to use, prompting a humorous misunderstanding about rocks for rocking the cradle.
A vintage ad touts a prescription prepared for malaria or chills and fever. It claims five or six doses will break any case and used as a tonic will prevent fever return. Price 25 cents.
A meditation on human intelligence noting that after ages of social assembly people still struggle to move without trampling or colliding in crowded gatherings. The piece underscores persistent limits in collective behavior.
In Sligo Colorado the coyote pack's bold incursions into settler yards are linked to the recent death of its leader, now traced to a shepherd collie with a brass collar around its neck.
A reflection on flattery as a response to relief from constant criticism. It argues that men are susceptible when flattery offers soothing reassurance and escape from incessant knocking.
Smart bathing frocks vary in style from plain to elaborate with black and dark blue dominating the season. The skirt and blouse join at the waist to prevent wardrobe separation after entering the water. New pantaloon skirts and tunic versions compete in popularity, with durable materials like salt water satin and cravenetted mobati chosen for long wear and comfort.
The article describes a range of net curtains from plain bobbinet to imported handmade lace with German influenced grounds and machine made venetian point edges. It notes price variation is small year to year and emphasizes delicate, light finishes with simple hems.
A white plume can be cleaned by dipping in raw cold starch slightly blued, then dried and shaken. If not clean repeat the process.
The group above shows dainty furbelows from embroidered chiffon ribbon in many colors. Edged in plain chiffon, the edge is shirred and wired to shape the butterfly wings. The body uses self tone with satin tucked and padded. The cap is embroidered chiffon with ruffle lace.
A fashion note on coat linings drawing attention to vivid stripes inside plain tailored fabrics. Dark serge shows little when closed but opens to reveal orange green or blue stripes on white as a striking interior.
New cretonne table covers and pillows designed for summer homes feature oblong, round, square and roll shapes with floral patterns on white or natural grounds. Sets include lace trim, net motifs, satin work, and decorative fringes, with options in Japanese cotton crepe and assorted color washes suitable for outdoor porches and summer cottages.
The piece surveys fashion trends such as turndown collars black and white china frocks beadwork in bright colors rice cloth sheer fabrics stiff floral hat features and plaque shaped hats. It notes new spring notes like fabric bags rich brocades mosaic buttons and ball diamond buttons with emphasis on ornate detailing and the return of the old bell sleeve.
Description of tennis blouses featuring red crepe de chine fabric paired with white skirts. Styles vary from long waisted middy effects to shirted looks with a fitted hip band, allowing neat confinement yet freedom to move the arm when reaching high balls.
Various materials including cotton crepe voile and embroidered voile shape popular summer blouses. Raglan sleeves with collar and cuffs of fine transparent voile feature in tango maze peach azure and pink variants. Front ties via a decorative cord complete the look.
Similar patterns in cotton fabrics mirror those in silks creating delightful dressy summer frocks with coordinated textures and designs.
Blouses are highlighted as a key fashion item with five or six distinct classes ranging from tailored sports shirts to delicate cobwebby styles, illustrating varied options for the season.
The Italian town of Ares fo, between Florence and Perugia, nears the completion of its cathedral begun more than six centuries ago. Unlike rapid modern construction, many Italian buildings remain unfinished, sparking admiration for Arezzo where Gothic arches near 1277 completion and a celebratory month event attract art loving visitors.
A quarrel over how to pronounce Very Kruza sparks a family debate at the supper table between Mrs Masters and Mrs Johnston. Their daughter, a high school pupil, interrupts with the scene as they argue about language and the proper name.
Fragmentary text questions a man’s suitability and his ability to assist women, suggesting a debate over social roles and "business necessity" in a historical context. No clear events, names, or places are identifiable.
Dick the Siberian tiger, kept in a New York City zoo cage, regains spirits after a period of gloom. He is treated for a shoulder sore described as a shoe boil and receives antiseptic baths and milk punch, then moves back to his regular cage under keeper Snyder’s care.
A Georgia man cites relief from a long standing itchy burning skin eruption on hands and feet after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. He recounts washing with soap and applying ointment day and night to achieve a complete cure.
Dr. John N. Alley cites a decade of death data from Nex Perces in Idaho showing 90 percent due to tuberculosis. He notes a population drop from 8000 to 1300 and a high death rate, with cultural life changes hindering sanitation efforts. He cites 25,000 Indians with TB and only 200 beds in government care. The piece then shifts to a century-old Madrid press trial illustrating strict control over press freedom.
The Detroit Free Press cites Gertle Cliff Fox asserting honesty is avoidance of discovery and ridicules feats of heavyweight status by noting surface foam on beer. It mentions German socialist labor unions with a membership of 2,583,492.
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