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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1916
Page
15
A humorous critique of health fads that claim every ailment stems from teeth or other single causes. The author recalls past ideas like lack of fresh air and eye strain, noting mixed truths and dangers of overgeneralizing while advising balanced care including fresh air, chewing, hydration, sleep, and attention to teeth and eyes.
Fashion notes describe a navy taffeta and Georgette crepe bridal frock with a full redingote skirt and jacquette for a June bride. Variations include Pompadour or Dolly Varden silks with Georgette in white maize or flesh, trimmed with narrow black velvet ribbon. Fabric needs: five and a quarter yards taffeta and four and a half yards Georgette, or four yards ribbon option.
An Illinois naturalist extols the Wood Pewee as a skilled insect hunter and master artist in nest construction. The piece compares it to the Phoebe, notes elm tree nesting, and cites a Beals study showing the bird eats over ninety percent insect prey with bees making up a portion of that diet.
A suburban gardener turned a small side venture into a growing business by selling long lasting Decoration Day bouquets. She fills baskets with themed arrangements using tulips pansies daisies and forget me nots and is testing lilies of the valley with mignonette centers. A local florist has offered a contract for many bouquets.
The listing highlights women’s summer ribbed vests with adjustable straps to switch between bust and V neck forms, plus a nursing garment. It promotes vegetable silk hosiery branded Luxite or Fibre Silk at 39c a pair, restrooms on the ground floor, and short white dresses for infants with prices from 0c to 4.85. It notes rising raw silk prices but ongoing novelties, including oyster colored Shantung silks at 1.65 per yard.
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