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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1915
Page
7
Old favorite white marquisette shown in drawing ideal for tub frocks and lingerie gowns. The design features a deep V surpliced blouse, novel collar, bishop sleeves with black velvet trim, plaited ruffles, draped girdle bows, and a two piece skirt with a deep flounce. Suitable for crepe de chine or taffeta with chiffon or net sleeves.
The article describes blouses and dresses for summer wear including plain linen or madras shirts for golf and boating, striped canopies and candy stripes, sheer nets and lace at the neck, detachable guimpes, and silk gowns with crepe and taffeta combinations. It highlights a white crepe skirt with rose motifs and taffeta trim, a crepe bodice, and a high turnover collar with a cameo.
Instructions accompany diagrams showing a versatile work bag. Material options include art linen silk satin or casement cloth. Two pockets form when folding along lines C and D, with A and B showing assembly. A tobacco-pouch style fold and buttonhole closures secure the bag.
A guide to making card-table covers from a large linen square with eight corner ties, cut corners for neat fit, in oyster white or ecru. Sets may feature embroidered spots or birds to indicate table numbers, improving visibility and avoiding disturbed cards.
A New Yorker back from Boston reports a six year old boy seated by the drawing room fire with paper and a pencil. The child answers a question about drawing an engine by saying he is making a picture of a locomotive.
An exchange reveals a misunderstanding about a supposed get rich quick scheme. The speaker questions why anger arose, clarifying that the plan appeared risky but was not truly a fast fortune scheme. The ad promotes Marine Hye Remedy with claims of eye health and a free book from Marine Hye Remedy Co. of Chicago.
A brief exchange reveals tension as Jones is accused of living beyond means while a counterpoint argues creditors will suffer if they push for repayment. The dialogue highlights financial strain and potential consequences for all involved.
An ad for Denison’s Coffee repeats its slogan twice then hints at a bachelor who may marry the daughter of a man who rejected him. The quirky line adds a narrative twist to a routine promotion.
Colored handkerchief linen blouses reappear this year on tailored lines with pockets and long sleeves. Some fronts feature scalloped detailing, recalling their introduction for country wear last year.
Corduroy for girls appears fashionable in brown blue and sometimes green. The fabric suits a suit with full skirt and long coat and is especially appropriate and becoming for wear in the mountains.
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