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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1925
Page
3
Horizontal and vertical clues list numerous entries across categories. The note promises the full solution appears in the next issue, with past puzzle answers referenced as completed last week.
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A fashion writer notes travel wardrobes have shifted from incidental belongings to standardized outfits. Emphasis is on simplicity, comfort, and service with smart tailoring for ship travel. The preferred ensemble includes a tailored skirt suit with coat and blouse, overblouse with straight waistline, fur or scarf accents, tweeds and plaids, a top coat, and flexible options such as one-piece frocks or two-piece suits.
Imitation jewelry continues to feature in fashion with glass beads and colored stones like emerald sap phire ruby and topaz. Necklaces chokers and dog collars are chosen to complement gowns, adding an artistic color note to stylish costumes.
The article discusses summer wardrobe items like white gloves and shoes, noting gloves use various leathers such as silk and chamois. It explains that real chamois leather is rarely used, with what is sold as chamois often peeled from sheep and processed.
A fragment notes a scheme different from softer town wear and describes a fabric mix of light weight worsted serge or flannel with crepe. The line hints at clothing composition or fashion context without specifying a date place or full article.
The article describes two velvet travel hats designed for packing. One uses stitched velvet strips for a small crown and cushion brim in sports and pastel colors. The other features a sectional crown and flexible velvet brim with contrasting appliqued patterns and can be shaped or folded for transport.
New soft and flexible traveling hats designed to tuck into a small bag. Made of felt belting ribbon velveteen and velvet with a contrasting velvet strip design. Shown in colors to match sports frocks and coats.
Unusual parasol features a striking black and red printed silk on white ground with a white crepe de chine lining. The description notes its bold pattern and refined lining.
The article notes chamois popularity for easy washing and fresh appearance on hot days. It describes summer gloves, ranging from snug to loose, with new limp gauntlet designs. White dominates head to toe, including hats, stockings, and shoes, paired with bright dress colors and contrasting leather accents.
The cabriolet hat is the new larger Paris millinery design distinguishing it from the smaller cab shapes. A model features black picot straw lined with orange georgette and trimmed with black ostrich plumes and orange ostrich plume flowers.
Henry M. Seymour of Payson and Emil House set a farrowing record with 400 plus pigs from 60 gilts by adopting the swine sanitation system promoted by the University of Illinois and county farm bureaus. The method reduced disease, separated litters in simple shelters, and used wash and spray hygiene to keep pigs healthy and thriving.
J H Longwell of the University of Illinois urges careful selection of beef for farm rings. Animals should be 650 to 700 pounds, beef type, well conformed, healthy, and not dairy. Slaughtered carcasses and internal organs must pass butcher inspection before distribution to members.
A study of 41 farms in Wabash and adjacent counties shows operators earned an average 7.23 percent on an average $20,085 investment. The most profitable third netted $1,940 after expenses and interest, while the least profitable third fell short of covering costs by $249. The report, by K. H. Myers of the University of Illinois, emphasizes improved farm organization to raise overall efficiency and income.
W A Foster of the University of Illinois urges dry basements for health and comfort. He explains how masonry foundations absorb water, promotes sanitation, and offers drainage and waterproofing methods including external tile drains, waterproof coatings, and proper backfill to prevent leaks.
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