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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1918
Page
7
The piece describes a khaki gabardine two coat suit with a short military style jacket and a full length top coat, worn with a close reefed hat and plain mannish blouse. It notes washable fabrics like satin and crepe de chine, mentions the rising popularity of tailored suits and eton jackets, and cites a fashion forecast predicting fall demand and fabric shortages.
Fashion commentary praises long chemise like gowns as the height of current style. Frocks that pinch the figure are criticized for being hard to adjust and less practical. The article notes waistlines near normal or slightly below and backs tied sashes, with gowns in serge satin georgette and beaded silk styles.
A dress description notes a blue crepe de chine gown with large flat rosettes at the waist held by a narrow sash. It features a long roll collar, short sleeves, and a white faux vest over flesh-colored satin.
A laundry chute extending from the second or third floor delivers soiled clothes to a bottom basket. Daily sorting, drying damp items, and separating linen prevents mold and mildew. A well managed chute remains a convenience, but a clogged chute creates a nuisance on the laundry floor.
A fashion writer notes gradual move toward dress standardization amid war. Navy blue emerges as top street color, with formal evening attire fading. The trend favors practical, individual needs over elaborate outfits as society trims nonessential clothing.
Designers evoke earlier decades in self material trimming. Gowns use fine serge by Serge Bults with folds of fabric shaping sleeves neck and hip pockets. Details include turned under edges, slip stitches, and light pressing plus revived cable cords forming loops fleurs de lis and Chinese motifs.
The description outlines spring coats for girls in two brown shades and black with white accents. Fabrics include silver thread velvurs serges and novelty cloths in blue rose green and tan. Designs emphasize elongated waistlines plaited skirts high waist bolero jackets straight coats and belted cell-material belts.
A German circular cites booty seized in France and Belgium, churches damaged, and mistreatment of English prisoners to warn neutrals against backing the Allies. It lists confiscated valuables, art, and damages, and claims large numbers of British prisoners, while noting perceived German restraint toward Allied prisoners. mentions a Memphis river landmark and a youth’s wartime enlistment tale from Ohio.
Dr. George Lou Meylan describes life behind the front lines near Bowie guns and trenches, detailing shell bombardment, near misses, and the endurance of Y workers as they comfort, feed, and aid American troops during the Chemin des Dames engagement. He notes fatalities among workers and the bravery of Americans under fire.
A cleaning tip explains removing paint from common wooden chairs by scrubbing with a strong washing soda solution. The method emphasizes breaking down paint film and lifting residues for a smoother finish.
UWazelton Pennsylvania reports a forestry drive by major mining firms to restore timber for mine pillars. Bear Creek watershed has 5 000 white pine and 1 000 Norway spruce planted with 30 000 more trees at Hugo. The Panther Tyren area is set to be harvested yet aims to curb floods and bolster water supply for the anthracite region.
A curious note highlights that worn edges on twenty dollar gold pieces may expose wear and value concerns for collectors. It warns buyers to inspect coins for edge flaws and potential loss of gold content.
The article argues dairy cattle use feeds valuable to humans and warns that wartime grain shortages force slaughter in Europe. It urges U S dairy herds to stay intact to prevent milk shortages after the war and notes the need to increase or maintain dairy cattle to meet future demand.
United States Department of Agriculture outlines Holstein Friesian cattle, tracing origins to northern Holland. The breed has grown in numbers and popularity, becoming most numerous in the United States, especially in the central region.
Holstein cows are black and white, docile, and perform best with ample feed. Cattle weights average 1,250 pounds for cows and 1,800 pounds for bulls. Milk production is high but butterfat percentage is low. Affiong Tolsteins her 3,200 cows averaged 14,022.7 pounds milk with 8,424 percent butterfat and 500.7 pounds fat. The ten top producers ranged 31,246.9 to 2846.4 pounds of milk, averaging 29,898.4 pounds. The ten highest butterfat producers averaged 1,205.09 to 1,017.28 pounds, averaging 1,090.89 pounds.
The annual report from the U S Department of Agriculture notes a New York creamery condensing 25000 pounds of skim milk daily that previously went to waste. The process converts skim milk into cottage cheese, boosting dairy supply as part of the Conservation campaign.
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