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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1899
Page
8
A misspelled appeal touts Peruina as a cure for stomach troubles and colds, claiming relief for 25 years from Congressman Botkin and others. It markets a medical book and cites malaria upon porous mucus membranes, with casual chatter about finances and gum trusts.
The article surveys post summer fashion shifts toward lighter weaves and new gowns for next spring. It highlights softer face luster, ivory and black velvet accents, embroidered net enrichments, draped overskirts, and updated necklines with ruching and trimmed details shaping evening and house dresses.
The article describes stylish uses of wool and burlap in dresses with long fitted skirts and short jackets, noting light weight fabrics for spring wear, and emphasizes selecting high quality wool lace in white or black. It also mentions a pearl green cloth gown with overdress and bodice, a white cloth gown with ribbon embroidery, and a red serge gown with wool lace accents, reflecting period trends and craft details.
The article describes stylish cloaks and hats for winter to spring wear, noting gowns of dark green brilliantini, wool lace nets, and versatile outfits. It discusses long veiled cloaks, lace and fur trims, and the shift to conspicuous carriage wraps as a social feature this season. It also mentions a theft from a ship’s strong room and an expert linking stage fright to stomach disorders.
The term milliner derives from Milaner indicating a maker or seller from Milan where the city once shaped world fashion in women's headgear. The etymology ties the craft to Milan's influence on taste and hat design.
The Grand Trunk Railway introduced two new dining cars between Suspension Bridge Port Huron and Chicago. The 74 foot long cars feature colonial oak interiors, leather upholstered chairs, Wilton carpets, bronze trimmings, and modern conveniences. They seat thirty, with hot water heating and Acme lamps, reflecting luxury travel on the line.
A letter from Mrs Dena ReMIcker praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing prolonged pain backache and heavy menstruation after four bottles she feels better than in three years. The notice urges women to seek help and notes Mrs Pinkham offers free advice from Lynn Massachusetts.
Fragmentary notes describe pyrotechnic birds produced in Nagasaki Japan. A light triggers their flight as the birds perform winged tricks. Additional garbled dialogue references a Jevat Hin Case and a stray dog incident with torn clothes and a hungry animal mix.
A convalescent patient, Mr Peppery, is urged by a nurse to take nourishment. London Judy notes the request and the patient’s reply expressing hunger.
Indies wear introduces a plaid golf cape for women priced at 5.65 with 45.2 rib trim. The John M Smyth Co of Chicago promotes its catalogue as a trusted supplier after thirty years in business, serving over a million homes.
The Indianapolis Journal records a quip by Weary Watkins noting that the worse a cook a woman is, the more likely there will be cold leftovers. The remark reflects humor about domestic skills and resulting meals.
Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Base is sold to ease painful swollen and smarting feet and bunions. It claims to make tight or new shoes feel easier and to curb sweating callouses and aching feet. Available from druggists and shoe stores or by mail for 25 cents with free trial packets.
A historic instructional note describes washing glass with a soft brush then drying with a linen towel and finishing with tissue. The passage also includes an old patent medicine advertisement for Hall's Catarrh Cure and Piso's Cure for Consumption with testimonials and prices.
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