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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1912
Page
6
A collection of quirky observations touches on outdoor living in winter, stray trousers and suspenders counts, watermelon preservatives, early wireless telegraphy, criminal insanity pleas, jewelry theft, Arctic marriages, fashion vs cold weather, speed eating, the extinction of passenger pigeons, lightning as a remedy, and reform critique about child labor and domestic chores.
Readers may take pride in aviators training to fall safely, reducing injury risk as they practice aerial maneuvers and emergency drills.
A playful collage notes the oddities of campaign yells and student life. It mentions a Harvard scientist’s theories, a Brooklyn man fearing hydrophobia, fashion with side whiskers, and Metchnikoff’s carrot lifespans, ending with a Chicago judge assigning 30 days in Pittsburgh.
A collection of satirical quips on humidity, soups tasting like water, shocks for dull children, old shingles and youth, red headed husbands, scarce raises, and a New York physician denying colds from cold air, concluding hot air is more deadly.
A butcher shop break in yields cash drawer theft while a lone beefsteak lies visible. A jeweler notes most watches have 175 parts and suggests each piece holds a grudge against its neighbor in this witty observation.
The text laments replacing cockfighting with baseball in the Philippines, noting a thrill at the change would be felt if not for the fate of the umpire.
The value of the crops of the country increased by 2 488 000 000 dollars in ton years. That ought to make every farmer feel like buying an automobile.
Mary Dean notes that plaid and check materials stay in vogue for autumn outfits for girls and young women. She highlights long coats, reversible coatings, and trims in plaid or check, with suitable hats and accessories, favoring Scotch fabrics in varied colors and patterns.
The piece describes a fashion trend of pairing navy blue with yellow or green accents. It highlights a woman in dark blue charmeuse with a black straw hat and orange roses, and another in dark blue with green feathers. Amber and jade necklaces are common color notes admired with the blue ensembles.
French blouses show long tight sleeves from elbow to wrist with the upper sleeve near the shoulder, allowing lace and net embellishments. Raglan like silhouette, ruffles at the wrist may be omitted for fresh style. Americans favor laced patent leather with white uppers and warn against overstocking shoes as fashion changes distort foot appearance.
The piece notes colored silk stockings in deep purple and green paired with white shoes. Patent leather pumps are matched to stocking colors, highlighting a fashion trend. A four French shoe will not find ready acceptance.
The piece notes the return of the Tour de Cou idea and highlights a charming hat by Lewis of London. The hat features white moire fabric, chantilly edging, and a black lining, showcased by Madame in London.
A fragment reflects an old adage that murder will out as investigators pursue a suspect. The lines suggest relentless inquiry and the enduring truth that guilt surfaces despite efforts to conceal it.
Wily Mitchell recounts the Kingston National Bank heist led by vigilant planning and clever disguises. Bill Noble and accomplices forged keys by night and made a silent entry to seize $340,000 before vanishing toward Rhinebeck and New York.
Detective Price recalls the Kingston National Bank robbery investigation begun after the Monday discovery. He traces keys, two-man safe access, cashier Bell’s possible involvement, Annie Skidmore, and confessions from Wily Mitchell and Bill Noble after wax key impressions surface. The case ends with Bell’s arrest and the thieves’ cooperation.
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