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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1915
Page
6
Fashion notes reveal high demand for red and white fox fur in coats collars and muffs. Authors describe how fox pelts enhance wardrobes with white fur seen as luxurious and durable, while red fox fur flatters pale complexions.
The article discusses dyed fox fur colors favored by many women, high priced rare skins, and changing hairdressing trends. It notes cross fur and pointed fox as valuable single skins and observes modish shifts in coiffure to match hat shapes, stressing adapted styles rather than blind conformity.
Two crepe blouses illustrated. plain and dressy versions in crepe georgette and crepe de chine. Plain style features a narrow back yoke and front shoulder tuck with simple buttons. dressier waist includes lace vest, ermine band, and fur trim. The piece notes high collars, contrasting colors, and refined finishes.
An experimental meat-curing house built in southern Georgia from USDA plans proved successful and more plans were distributed. Georgia imports much meat, so local curing could boost self-sufficiency and diversified farming. The 12 by 12 foot plan produced curing costs under three quarters of a cent per pound including ice, with dry salt curing stable while brine cured cuts puffed in five days after hanging.
Dr Charles K Francis outlines a litmus test to determine soil acidity or alkalinity using two color papers. Mix soil with rainwater, place red and blue papers between soil halves, press, and check colors after an hour or overnight. If red turns blue soil is alkaline. if blue turns red or violet soil is acidic.
A dialogue scene shows the captain asserting soldiers will not be content to dig trenches, while the general accepts a limited entrenchment to secure winter quarters. A line hints at a hired photographer and a CIA mention.
An advertisement asserts resinol ointment and resinol soap relieve itching and burning from eczema with first use, promising lasting skin relief after prior failed treatments. The copy targets eczema sufferers and urges readers to try the products for cure.
A fragmentary dialogue shows Wombat claiming Piubds spoke meanly about a friend while noting a mutual friendship with both. The exchange hints at shifting loyalties and social tension among unnamed characters in a casual chat.
An advertisement touts Grove's General Tonic as tasteless and valuable to malaria fight, blood enrichment, and whole-body building. It claims broad health benefits and mentions profits mocking a craftsperson’s business remark.
Ad promotes La Coe Ole Hair Dressing claiming to restore natural color and cover gray hair. Mentions price of 1.0 and implies benefits for women seeking a gray-free look with a simple treatment.
A fragmented item argues there is no doubt pellagra can be cured and urges duty to act, mentioning Baughn and a belief that thinking smart helps recovery. The text is garbled and unreadable in parts but centers on cure and duty.
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