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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1912
Page
6
The Boston Globe notes extreme heat affects temper and health, increasing irritability, accidents, and violence. Overindulgence in smoking and drinking during heat worsens heart action and dizziness. Advice emphasizes controlled eating, drinking, exercise, rest, and adherence to health laws to avoid breakdowns.
The piece argues Americans enjoy a higher standard of living than Europeans with access to comforts and conveniences. It cites imports of luxuries as evidence of widespread interest in such goods and notes critics of discontent ignore this reality. Voltaire’s view on the superfluous is cited to illustrate shifting definitions of necessity and luxury.
The American Bible Society, 16 years old, has issued 94 219 105 volumes and paid the New York Times. Nearly 500 000 more bibles were sold or given away in the last year than the year before, with an 800 000 dollar budget for this year. The report notes less liberal local contributions despite rising demand as bibles remain the world’s best seller. Dust rests on family bibles on parlor center tables.
A New York resident argues that goldfish from Morris Canal could eat mosquito larvae but doubts success. He notes Jersey biter thrives in swamps where goldfish cannot survive and suggests only drastic measures might work. The claim appears speculative and unlikely.
In his answer to a separation suit the Brooklyn man claims he provided a home for his wife and supported her, employed staff, did some cooking, and kept his books to track income, presenting himself as a patient and compliant husband. He argues the wife’s petition should be dismissed as ignorant of her own welfare despite her claims.
A young Spokane woman reportedly typed over 7000 words in one hour setting a local record. The challenge note suggests that a vocally expressive woman with a strong vocabulary could surpass the mark in spoken words with a comfortable margin.
The article notes that although prizefighting faces decline, fighters of the rope arena may still operate using the typewriter and userphone, suggesting a transition of publicity and record-keeping methods rather than an outright end.
Henry C. Terry narrates how the criminal mapped the crime and tried to cover tracks. The detective explains why such efforts fail and the old adage murder will out proves true in the end.
The Bowery murder of Chris Berry unfolds with detective Hickey and outlaw Lone Jack Sinclair’s accounts. Sinclair claims he killed Berry in a Fifth Street Bowery confrontation after a money dispute and a staged forgery scare, clearing Al Livingston of the crime.
Jackson Sin clair known as Lone Jack recalls a life of risk and ripest scams with Chris Berry and Jake Seymour. The trio ran skin games across Albany Chicago and St Louis, cashing in on big winnings until a no limits match with Colonel Wentworth brought a $25000 haul and danger.
Detective Hickey recalls the Chris Berry murder as a Bowery mystery. The body was found in a gut at Fifth Street with no initial identity, drawing in friends to form an informal investigation and propose theories without solid evidence.
A brief pattern note describes two dainty petticoats to wear with summer dresses. Details include materials like cambric, flouncing embroidery, Valenciennes lace, insertion, and ribbon straps with yardage for camisoles and the main petticoat.
A fashion note on coordinated hosiery and footwear trends. Patterns of fine cobwebby lace match hose to shoes, with evening frocks de-emphasizing shoes. Slippers gain prominence as footgear. gold and silver tissue slippers with Brussels or Chantilly lace and bead or stone embroidery become the season’s distinctive extravagance.
The article describes a leather scabbard arrangement for umbrellas worn behind the left arm during rain and travel. It proposes straps over the right shoulder to carry the umbrella on the opposite side, freeing the hands for shopping, bags, and alighting from a trolley.
A Norfolk style blazer coat in Princeton colors orange and black is showcased as ideal golf wear for young ladies on the links this fall. The photograph highlights the coat and matching cap.
A study of batiste fabrics shows sheer textures with white surfaces decorated by small colored figures arranged in conventional patterns. The description notes flowy and delicate qualities and traditional decorative motifs.
A illustrated design describes a sturdy music case suitable for carrying music or other items. Constructed from dark material with edge binding and a satin lining, it features a fold over flap, reinforced panels, and leather handles. No separate fastener is needed as the fold holds the case closed during carrying.
The article explains hollow under the eye as caused by sluggish circulation and poor nutrition. It advises a rational diet, daily outdoor exercise, rest, and a refreshing morning bath, along with massage, to speed healing.
Shantung remains the season’s choice for travel and driving wraps, though unadorned versions are rare. The latest coats favor color trimming, making a light description a key feature of the outerwear trend.
A fashion note on yoke collars as the most economical trim for embroidered mail and frilled gowns. Describes wide collars covering shoulders and bust, matching cuffs, and summer frock pairings with gray cotton ratine and taffeta belts. Mentions lace or tulle ruffles and Toby frills in black or white tulle with velvet bands and decorative flowers.
A fragment advises not washing immediately when the face is hot and sweaty. Wait until cooled to avoid rough skin caused by heated perspiration.
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