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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1911
Page
6
The piece describes early spring hats as moderate in size with flexible, braid constructions and soft crowns. Decorations include flowers velvets ribbons coral beads and colorful braids. Bead bands in jet pearl turquoise and other colors enhance the models.
A simple wall mounted broom holder shown on a board three inches wide and fourteen inches long keeps broom duster dustpan and carpet beater together. It uses two shoulder hooks at the ends for hanging the duster and carpet beater a plate hook under the broom handle for the dustpan and two nails or screws to mount.
The silk fibre braids are soft and light like air. French plumes remain favorites on fine hats and trimming remains simple. The trend shows simplicity gaining ground while prices stay high as customers seek better merchandise.
Pouch bags feature an oval bottom and a velvet covered one side. The opposite side showcases a tinshi colored gat. Top edges are stitched to the bottom, finished with black satin ribbon. Drawstring hangs over the arm. linings appear in coral green burnt orange or regal purple.
Slipper buckles favor the buckle shape with dul silver and gunmetal finishes. Some pieces gain color from semi precious stones set in them or from enamel designs. The article notes a decorative use of colored accents on these buckles.
The article introduces a new T pin with a crossbar head replacing the traditional knob and explains its advantages. It highlights easier insertion through folds of paper or fabric, reduced finger pain, and resistance to material shifting after insertion. Variants include the wryneck suited for bank and office use and a curve at the head for flat insertion.
Embroidered and brocaded ribbons are used to make hair bandeaus in many colors. A blue brocaded ribbon resembling historic shades has been revived and is highly popular for the hair bandeaux. Narrow ribbons are sewn to form the side band, now highly favored.
Miss Sara Burnett of Philadelphia describes years of misdiagnosis and failed treatments before finding relief with Cuticura Soap and Ointment. She reports cessation of itching and disappearance of psoriasis after initial use, noting dramatic improvement in disfiguring hand conditions. The ad promotes Cuticura products and a free skin and scalp booklet from Potter Drug & Chem. Corp.
The quote cites a balanced view of discipline guiding genuine faith. It asserts that correction sharpens devotion rather than destroying it, portraying discipline as a refining force within religious life rather than a punitive measure.
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