League of Peace to be Proposed in U S Policy Shift
The United States may propose an international league of peace once European conditions improve and armament treaties are ratified. President Harding’s idea evolves toward a modified league of nations, with Lady Astor credited for suggesting the name league of peace to appeal to American sentiment. The piece notes political dynamics and potential timing ahead of elections, plus a study on bread costs and wage earning mothers.
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James P. Hornaday
Washington
United States
International League of Peace
Europe
League of Peace
Association of Nations
Warren G. Harding
Indianapolis
Des Moines
Harding
League of Nations
White House
Charles E. Hughes
Lady Astor
England
Houser
Orae
Prominent Paris Designer Debuts Gown With Ground-Touch Sleeves
Paris fashion notes describe dramatic sleeves nearly reaching the ground on an afternoon and evening gown. The fourteau of steel lame contrasts with square neck and tight petal cuffs, draped by a vivid orange lace cloud in tango shade. Critics praise and caution stage dresses with unusually long waists.
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Paris
Rue de la Paix
Tub silks steal the scene in charming summer frocks
The article highlights tub silk dresses in red and white checks and florals, trimmed with faille ribbon, white organdie collars, and red silk buttons. Wrap style, slight waist blousing, and a self fabric bow add chic. Tub silks and crepes launder easily, with linens and cottons also popular for warm weather designs.
Be aware of bateau neckline and figure suited styling
The article advises women to choose necklines that flatter their figure and complexion, noting bateau styles suit some while broad shoulders may rule them out. It also guides selecting rust shades to match skin tone and avoiding copying frocks that don’t fit one’s type. It mentions a silk daisy craft and summer linen dress styles including a tailored coat dress with revers and pearl button.
Dainty Party Dress Described in Voile
A dainty dress for a small girl features white and pale blue voile. The design uses two straight panels forming a yoke with pin tucks and blue voile bands. Fugating holds panels, bows attach ribbons at the shoulders, and a wide neckline is created.
Water Troughs Made Easy for Farm Use
Agricultural guidance by W. G. Kaiser explains a simple concrete watering trough project. Ground preparation, forms, reinforcement, and a 1 2 3 concrete mix ensure water tightness, plus a cement wash finish for a smooth interior.
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W. G. Kaiser
Beekeeping in the Clover Region Offers Profitable Openings
The clover region across the northeastern United States into Minnesota and south to the Ohio River presents strong profit potential for beekeeping under proper management. A USDA Farmers’ Bulletin 1215 by Phillips and Demuth outlines regional opportunities, best practices, and the advantage of Italian bees in combating European foulbrood. Free copies available from the Department of Agriculture in Washington, D. C.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Farmers’ Bulletin
RE. F. Phillips
George S. Demuth
Division of
Minnesota
Ohio River
Mason and Dixon's
Washington
Oregon
Canada
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Mildew Wiped From Leather Care Tips
Guide advises removing mildew from leather with a damp cloth or soap and warm water. After cleaning, oil lightly with castor or neat’s foot oil and dry thoroughly. Methods are practical and safe for preventing and removing mold on leather goods.
Proper Balance to Manure for Crop Fertility
Farmers test balancing barnyard manure with rock or acid phosphate. Applying 40 to 50 pounds of acid phosphate per ton of manure, or 400 to 500 pounds per acre, to a half acre shows if it pays to treat the whole field. Spreading phosphate evenly on top of each manure load ensures each ton carries the specified amount.
Alfalfa Seeded in Summer at Illinois Dairy Farm
At the University of Illinois dairy farm a rotation of corn silage and alfalfa hay proves successful. Fall wheat follows the silo corn, with wheat drilled around September 28. The system aims for two alfalfa cuttings the following year after a thorough seed bed and early plowing of wheat stubble.
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University of Illinois
Vegetable Compound Praised By Woman After Doctor Failures
Mrs. Fred Miner of Churubusco New York credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with relief from years of backache and female troubles after doctors offered no help. She urges other women to try the medicine and notes it aided her pregnancy and can be taken safely by both young and old.
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Churubusco
Lydia E. Pinkham
Fred Miner
Pax 102
N. Y
Miner
Insurance executive uses phonograph to reach 20000 agents
A prominent insurance head chose to speak to about 20 000 policy writers via a 400 word address recorded on a master disc. The master was duplicated 20 times with a catchy tune on the reverse side and mailed coast to coast hoping even non owners would share the message through neighbors or music stores.
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Atlantic
Pacific
Envy of Tax Breaks On Children Cited
A bachelor compares to a long married friend and notes the tax exemption on children, recognizing how the family’s life brightens a home while highlighting fiscal benefits.
The Novice's Dilemma in Garden Weeds
J B notes amateurs often spot unplanned sprouts in gardens and fear pulling them, a dilemma echoed in the Boston Transcript. The piece reflects hesitation and uncertainty in tending unfamiliar growth.
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J. B
Boston ‘Transcript
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Joint
Congressional Committee of Agricultural Inquiry
Chicago
United States Department of Labor
Children’s Bureau
Chicago United Charities
University of Ilinois
Lydia E Pinkham
Bellans
Bellan
Capsliefs
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