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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1912
Page
2
The Paris Post reports an international congress at Harvard Medical School next August with about 600 physicians and savants. A key topic is noise suppression as city bustle harms health causing nervous strain, irritation, and possible deafness, arguing for quiet as a civil right.
A Chicago committee report criticizes the number of girls around fourteen leaving school to work with no training. It says many drift into immoral life, half become idle, and those employed earn low wages with little chance of advancement. The piece calls for state wards, vocational schools, better employment, wholesome amusements, and moral instruction as preventive measures, noting the root cause is economic.
The windstorm damaged steel tower at Nauen Germany will be rebuilt to 812 feet mid height between its predecessor and the Eiffel tower. When complete German wireless stations expect direct communication with the United States improving message reliability and aiding ships in distress. Police in Berlin report success against robbers using Paris Apache methods. A Chicago authority links TB spread to flats, warning of upcoming retribution on unfair servants.
A Boston health reformer proclaims she will wed an ideal mate, choosing an American. A Texas judge reportedly adjourned court to whip a lawyer who called him a liar, a sign of blunt decisiveness. A statistician says the nation spends 208000090 annually on funerals and jokes that stopping dying would trim costs. There is talk of pensions for mothers but not for mothers-in-law.
Two fashion examples show how plain coats and skirts gain variation through contrasting fabrics. A lemon crash linen coat features black and white striped galatea and a pointed cape collar, while a brown foulard outfit uses crepe de chine trim and a fringe sash. Both outfits pair with white Panama hats and emphasize practicality for women with modest incomes.
Home millinery offers a profitable path for women with a talent for trimming hats. Many who learn the trade open parlors in their own homes, creating small enterprises and flexible work opportunities.
A fashion note extols tennis coats and Norfolk blazers as must wear items for girls. It praises twenty six inch box style coats with multiple pockets and medium sleeves, offered in dark red, flame, hunter green, or green with bright collars, and mentions khaki or white warm weather options.
The tennis girl avoids heavy heelless sneakers to the club locker and instead wears neat buttoned shoes or oxfords under a short linen or pique tennis skirt. Lighter heeled boots replace lengthy periods in rubber soles for comfort after court time.
The piece notes Egshion's Fancies striped materials used as trim and bands, tassel train finishes for evening gowns, morocco belts with cut leather interlace, and a shift toward dark blue tailored suits for smart women. Handbags favor flat shapes, with ring bags echoing ring purses from years ago.
A new perfuming device called the violet hanger uses a group of violet sachets in wicker, hung on ribbons before windows or doors to release perfume as the breeze moves through the room. The invention aims to keep interiors fragrant with a simple, portable design.
Advice urging simple bedtime ritual to promote rest. Sleep guidance emphasizes minimal worry, tidy attire, fresh night clothes, and relaxing routines. It recommends short walks and warm baths before sleep and avoiding thoughts of tomorrow’s tasks or today’s neglects.
A Leghorn hat lines the list of correct headgear with a darker straw lining. A featured model is enhanced by apple green tulle and a wreath of small pink roses providing a soft contrast to the tulle’s green.
A watermelon pink vollé outfit features a deep plain yoke, gathered blouse and sleeves, and lace trim around the neck and narrow plastron. Narrow lace ruffle decorates the sleeve, with the same lace used for edging the neckline.
A fashion note describes three quarter sleeves featuring a plaited ruffle turned back and another turned down. Fabric is typically fine muslin or net in black or white to match blouses or coats, as sleeve frills appear on jackets.
In a domestic scene, Melissa Merriwid discusses lawyer Mr Capias with Aunt Jane while knitting and sampling candy. Aunt Jane mocks the idea of marriage to a lawyer, while Melissa debates the prospects and the probate business nearing closure.
In a chatty scene, Mrs. Merriwid and Aunt Jane discuss Capias and court rulings, noting no chance to appeal or tax costs. The conversation shifts to Henry Merriwid, his quirks, and a string of witty, wearying anecdotes as they evaluate the man and his charm.
A Paris newspaper notes the revived beauty spot as a fashionable accessory. The trend, once common with pannier skirts and high heels, is tied to historical prints and wax head displays that showcased black facial spots.
A spoof advertisement notes laxatives and liver kidney bowel tonics like Garfield Ten for irregularities and a herbal health product. It mentions Paxtine Antiseptic for teeth whitening and tartar prevention, sold by The Paxton Toilet Co. in Boston at 25 cents a box postpaid.
A judge cites John Mace in a simple explanation of a strait saying it is just plain stuff about nothing in it.
A Chicago woman offered silver to hire a maid with a promise of a weekly auto ride as inducement. The only applicant requested a picture of the chauffeur. The report notes there could be no joy in a joy ride without joyous elements.
A dialogue recalls a claim about 140 wasps nests with an average 25 000 insects per nest. The student argues disturbing a single nest suggests there were more than 25 000 insects in that one nest.
A young woman asks her father if he brought the fabric for her skirt. He reassures her, promising he has it, though she must wait while he checks his pockets. The lighthearted exchange highlights family dynamics and domestic life.
A mother bidding farewell to her 18 year old daughter at the Union depot offered practical travel advice. She urged caution with strangers and politeness to polite men who might buy supper, as the train began its journey.
Booker T Washington tells a parable about a morning exchange with Aunt Caroline to illustrate a point about race and the future. He describes meeting her at his door as she heads out and replies to her greeting with a humorous reflection.
The Rev James Hamilton of Liverpool, holidaying in Scotland, nearly drowned while sea-trout fishing with a boy. He slipped on a stone and, weighed by heavy wading boats, fought to keep his head above water before reaching shore exhausted. The boy said he was thinking of a sum of money rather than aiding him.
A Washington girl credits a ten day Postum trial with clearing a sallow muddy complexion. She says over years tea and coffee caused nervous, unsettled mouths and bad digestion. After switching to Postum the family reports better digestion skin cleared and improved nerves. The letter promotes Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan and the book The Road to Wellville.
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