General Booth Turns Eighty Launches University of Humanity
New York reports Salvation Army founder General William Booth marked his eightieth birthday with mass meetings and the launch of a University of Humanity. The plan envisions training workers in social service across New York and Chicago with an initial fund of one million dollars as Booth continues his global campaign.
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Bathroom Mottoes and the Case for a Humorous Bath
The piece notes the lack of bathroom mottoes compared with other rooms and laments the absence of witty or cheerful verses on bath walls. It argues that mottos could promote cheer, cleanliness, and a lighthearted approach to water use in the home.
Cleanliness of body linked to reverence to God
Fragmentary historical note cites Jake Bacon stating that cleanliness of body was ever esteemed to proceed from a due reverence to God. The text reflects a devotional viewpoint tying personal hygiene to piety.
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Where He Shot at Hurlingham Pigeon Derby
A young British nobleman at the Hurlingham Club pigeon shooting event bets £20 to eight and aims for victory. He misses both barrels and, in a drawling reply to pigeon supplier Jack Hammond, is told he shot in the “bloomin’ big space around him.”
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A Peculiar Wish
A bizarre note quotes a speaker anxious about a dowry tied to an indictment. The message claims a future father-in-law faces forgery charges over 16 000 marks and frames the outcome as deciding marriage prospects and money. The speaker hopes for release and non innocence.
Hair Heads and Musical Studs Stir Gentlemocking
A humorous note recalls young men studying music to honor their rich hair, calling them misty snobs in a witty aside from Gil Blas.
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Boy's Summer Suit in Serge and Linen Sailor Style
The article describes a boy’s summer suit with belted coat and knickers for ages up to five, emphasizing snug fit and ease. It notes materials like serge linen and pique, white with blue accents, and suggests all white with blue or red ties for formal wear. It contrasts with sailor suits for ages six to twelve featuring dark blue and red serges and nautical detailing.
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Pretty Card Party Prizes for Bridge Tables
The article suggests making prize mats from cotton batting cut to plate sizes with edge buttonholes in colored mercerized cotton. A dozen mats per set, with one color per table, can be fashioned for dinner, dessert, and saucer sizes. Finished prizes sit in fancy boxes tied with matching ribbons, costing under 25 cents per prize.
Fashionable Colors in Spring Hats and Gloves
Harper's Bazar notes color changes in spring hats gowns and gloves. Dead shades pair with bold suits while colored gloves become correct for afternoon wear. New shades include pale tan buff pale butter silver gray and dull pink with hooked and laced fastenings and two to three button lengths.
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Corduroy Styles For coats and street skirts
Corduroy is praised for directoire revers and cuffs on coats and for use on broadcloth cheviot tweed and serge. It pairs with contrasting or matching colors and fashionable tones. Street skirts in corduroy are short straight with gores, fastened left front at a high waistband with oxidized buttons.
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Change in Bodices Heralds Fashion Shift Across Eras
Fashion observers note bodices will feature square shoulders and lower sleeves. Shoulder seams will be lengthened beyond directoire practice, signaling a trend reminiscent of the Second Empire. Public acceptance appears high as people brace for evolving styles.
Careful Footwear and Hair Care Remedies Advised
A historical notice warns against high heeled shoes for graceful walking and spinal health. It also gives a DIY hair wash using soap bark in a six inch bag steeped in hot water, then rinsed with warm and cold water to dry thoroughly. The method targets oily hair.
Fortunate Hostess Opens Doors at Bridge Parties
A description of bridge party refreshments and the social leverage of a talented hostess. The article notes bonbons nuts hot dishes sandwiches tea or chocolate arrive on a big tray and the hostess gains esteem and social access through her service.
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