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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1926
Page
6
Review of events notes Rhineland withdrawals and German accession talks to the League of Nations. Coolidge defends administration amid attacks. Britain plans disarmament moves unless League progress resumes. Canada parses border smuggling probes with a public inquiry pledge.
Rev Dr James Empringham national secretary of the Church Temperance Society reports a survey of 20 000 members shows broad support for modifying the Volstead Act. He tells Episcopal clergymen in New York the policy has failed scientific temperance, shifted drink from wine to distilled spirits, spurred youth drinking, eroded respect for law, and favored the rich.
Wrones A. Clark former senator from Montana died last March leaving about 50 million dollars. Three women appeared in Butte Montana claiming to be Clark’s daughters from a Missouri marriage in 1869. Attorneys for the Clark estate say they know nothing of the women or the marriage.
Reports from Bucharest describe a palace scandal involving Crown Prince Carol’s renunciations. Queen Marie and her favorite Prince Babu Stirbey face opposition attacks as Gregoire Philipescu issues posters lampooning him. Rumors say Babu fled the capital with the queen following. Parliament accusations claim theft of deputies and falsified reports.
Sailors were saved from the storm swept Atlantic as the Dutch steamer Alkaid foundered and the Westphalia crew rescued them. Captain Fried and his crew on the President Roosevelt saved 25 from the Antinoe and received gold silver and bronze medals from Britain’s government board of trade and Lloyds.
Portucal saw another TM in cipient revolt led by Col. Justiniano Esteves before the government ended it with dispatch. Leaders were arrested while attempting to seize Campolini barracks. A day earlier two artillery batteries revolted and were shelled by San George Fortress. In Greece a communist plot to assassinate Premier Pangalos was uncovered in a raid on a communist center.
Finance Minister Doumer said France would accept offers from American syndicates to operate or lease the telegraph and telephone system and the tobacco and match monopolies. An American group backed by American Tobacco Co reportedly offered about 1 billion dollars for a 99 year monopoly on matches and tobacco. A syndicate contends for control of telephones and telegraphs.
Kenilworth postmaster John Duckheisen robbed of a diamond pin ring valued at 200 and cash. Charleston fires destroy Loxa elevator offices and Big Four depot. losses total 329.6 million across 192 Illinois railroads. Venice to host a $10 million superpower plant linking Peoria to Cairo. Illinois public notices include probation officer eligibility and clerk candidacy in the Fourth Appellate District.
A fashion piece on smart traveling dress for women emphasizing conservative chic. It endorses crease resistant fabrics in beige or medium gray, favoring materials like kasha tweed and English suitings. Recommends two-piece jumper dress, minimal detailing, round neck, narrow belt, and practical pockets, citing Chanel’s pared down elegance.
A two piece frock in orange silk crepe features a plaited skirt. The design includes blue black green and yellow colors and targets young women with its stylish appeal.
Spring fashion embraces uneven effects with asymmetric fullness. Skirts show clusters of plaits on one side or circular fullness biased to a single area. Uneven necklines and one sided drapery accents appear on scarves collars and coats.
A delicate imported French hat features a high crown and a striking rhinestone spike piercing the crown to hold three small folds on one side. The green fur felt fabric gives it a refined yet whimsical appeal.
A negligee is crafted using wide Roman striped scarfs in red blue green and black. The design presents a smart, distinctive look with bold color contrasts. The article highlights the unusual use of scarfs as fabric and remarks on the garment’s striking appearance.
Fashion writers note lace is reclaiming popularity as the most feminine trim. Metal laces in soft weaves and dyed varieties gain favor for evening wear, with gold and silver laces paired with satin or velvet for youthful effects. Debutantes favor metal lace over richer brocades. The lace family resumes prominence in white and natural hues, with gowns featuring lace as trim.
Plain hemstitching is an easy operation. The technique uses drawn threads and a No 60 sewing thread to secure the hem along the edge. Begin at the left end, pass the needle behind five to eight drawn threads, pull the thread through, and loop the bottom thread. Repeat across the fabric and finish the opposite side in the same manner.
Cape coats will dominate spring fashion with elaborate styles. Readers already see many wearing cape trimmed coats, including a green double breasted cloth coat with a short cape and silver fox accessory. Women favor smart comfortable designs that button from throat to hem to stay closed in windy weather.
Fashion note describes yokes as a newer feature in this year's evening gowns. Yokes contrast with gowns in shade or are made of delicate lace, reflecting continuing style emphasis on decorative bodice details.
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