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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1917
Page
7
A nurse and homemaker argues that a simple, well planned home table supports happiness and health. She contrasts humble French peasant habits with American extravagance, urging mothers to lead in kitchen art, cook with nutrition, plan meals weekly, balance ages occupations and seasons, and use leftovers creatively.
A critique of people who speak with absolute certainty on all topics. It argues that those with limited education often overstate knowledge, while truly informed individuals avoid dogmatic claims and preferring cautious, thoughtful statements.
The piece describes corn pone as a staple bread in the southern diet. It notes its frequent presence on meals, its simple ingredients of white meal water and salt, and its traditional oval forms baked to a crusty finish. It also compares corn pone to a settling accompaniment for vegetables like kale or turnip salad, reflecting cultural food ties.
Miss Helen Langerhan of Louisiana Missouri visits friend Miss Helen Beavers Mrs Bess Johnson from Chicago stays with relatives Lois Bartholomew and daughter return from month long visit near Brewster Station W W Watson travels to Chicago to serve on a Masonic grand lodge committee J W Kaylor to represent local lodge A baby girl born to Karl Sessel A F E Hess able to go downtown
The article urges thrifty, stylish dressmaking for a six to eight year old, stressing piecemeal wardrobe planning, remnant and odds ending use, and smart details like red serge or broadcloth frocks with black embroidery, jet buttons, and multiple white collars. It notes two yards of material needed for the example dress.
Confinement at home for several weeks noted. L. F. Bright hosted a large smoker. Ned Baker returned from Jacksonville. Mrs. Cora Bright and Mrs. Mah Jones attended Chicago Eastern Star grand chapter. Kniss leaves to join the army. James Boyd ill but improving. Moon party with St. Louis attorney visiting his orchard business. Mrs. J. M. Kaylor recovering. Four Civil War veterans plan a trip to Vicksburg with wives accompanying the first three. B. McConnell very ill. Reception for new M. E. preacher Rev. D. T. Nelson drew a large crowd with remarks by Rev. Burgess and Rev. Halley and musical numbers.
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and appetite stimulant, Peptiron as a tonic for nerves and digestion, and Hood's Pills as a gentle laxative. It urges buying all three for full relief or using any single product if preferred, urging prompt action.
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