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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1931
Page
7
Cherie Nicholas reports fur as a key detail in autumn outfits from coats and suits to frocks. Designers explore new pelts and tailor fur into collars yokes and edging, with velvet and woolen weaves featuring Persian lamb astrakhan and seal trims, plus fur accessories and hats gaining vogue.
A youth asks about carrying water on both shoulders and Senator Sorghum replies with a blunt rule that a man in politics tends to get soaked. The exchange uses a folksy proverb to hint at political risk.
Advertisement extols B. and M. The Penetrating Germicide as fast acting and dependable against germs causing sore throats and coughs. Claims it can halt rapid bacterial spread in tissues with easy, quick application. Offered by F B Rollins Co Boston with a full size bottle and free booklet for $1.25.
A brief quotation from Berlingske Tidende in Copenhagen notes a swapped status exchange as a father recalls his son growing taller and gaining prominence, while the son adapts to the father’s old attire. The exchange hints at shifting generations and social roles.
Fashion notes show Victorian and Second Empire motifs dominate new gowns and wraps from designers overseas. Active modern wearers seek exquisite, sensible pieces with varied woolens and jersey afternoon frocks. Lelong introduces a jersey afternoon dress paired with a velveteen jacket in a contrasting color.
Bracelets adopt new and exotic designs this fall reflecting the French colonial exposition. Wood and metal dominate with an inch wide rosewood cuff and a rosewood bangle featuring an aluminum center. Both pair well with a spectacular sports costume in wool.
Net Frills Net is used to trim dresses of flat crepe and for the picturesque afternoon and evening dress style this year. It complements flares and is sometimes made up over a taffeta slip. Net is also used for blouses.
A penthouse fashion presentation showcased a new afternoon pajama design. Colorful flowery printed silk features tri color hems and sleeves, with black kid sandals complementing the print and the lower trouser ruffle.
Scalloped hems appear on Navy blue and black wool suits in Paris inspired ensembles. Designers feature scalloped edges on jackets with scallops about one inch deep becoming a favored finish for smart city wardrobes.
The Makambo narrates a jungle tale in which a cat befriends a lion, an elephant, and a man after witnessing power shifts. The cat seizes a wiser path, aligning with the woman of the hunter’s household, and remains in villages to this day.
A push to curb expenses clashes with louder advertising urging consumer spending, reflecting a gendered and market driven debate on personal finance and self control amid persistent promotions.
A terse saying asserts that the sane man avoids interfering in others affairs and focuses on his own concerns. Proponents view it as a practical guideline for personal boundaries and social harmony.
Fatigue signals rest but if you must work Bayer Aspirin helps by blocking headaches and nagging pains early. Take one tablet to threaten headaches, two or three for caught illnesses, and keep it at home office or while traveling as a handy relief tool for neuralgia neuritis rheumatic and other pains.
A brief quip about new bumpers and minor car bumps appears in the Detroit News. The excerpt also includes fragments about novels and a light dialogue between characters, ending with a fashion remark.
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