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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1911
Page
3
The piece urges preparation for autumn and praises tailored styles as the prevailing choice. It notes short coats, empire and sacque shapes, and varied trims, with fabrics in browns, black, orange, and rich satins. Describes inventive buttons, reversible coats, and chic combinations to lighten dark textures for September.
A short tip advises silver backed mirrors will tarnish if left exposed on a dressing table. It recommends a protective case that is easy to slip on and off, with a simple shape suitable for quick making and use, even by hand with silk.
A decorative mirror case is described with art serge and soft wash leather, edged by a silk cord forming three loops at each corner. It may bear initials or floral designs in the center and doubles as a small mat when not holding a mirror. When the handle is silver backed, the case can cover the handle as well.
Bead and metal embroideries in silk and worsted gain demand for fall and winter. Bead patterns on chiffon foundations feature standing bugles for relief work. Odd pendant shapes with beads of varied sizes and dyed wooden beads shape bold new designs in tunics and blouses.
A shop displays dainty handkerchiefs with attractive imitation lace edges. Princess lace typically expensive, but these imitations offer pretty, affordable options for women. A tiny center square of linen is framed by wide edge lace, often combining princess and imitation point lace.
A three hour Chicago fire at the Bishop Babcock Becker building endangered tele phone workers at the main exchange and 30 Eye and Ear hospital patients. Nine firemen were injured by falling bricks while arson investigators probed the basement origin. The quake-like noise startled Jenner Medical College occupants as bricks crashed through skylights.
An advertisement touts Dean's Kidney Pills with a testimonial from Mrs. Hosrads George Earl of Madison Neb showing relief from kidney trouble. She describes hot flashes dizziness fatigue swelling and weight gain after use. The ad urges purchase through local druggists and stores, priced at 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
Mrs. Jones shows husband a milliner hat bought on approval. He questions the purchase and suggests calling in the morning to secure the item or risk losing it to others. The exchange captures domestic light humor about buying on approval.
Mrs Mary H E Breig of Philadelphia describes severe hand dermatitis with cracking, bleeding and itching that healed after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. She credits the products for curing without missing work and mentions free sample offers by mail from Cutcura Dept. 6 K Boston.
A sandwich filling combines equal parts cream cheese and snappy cheese with French dressing to form a smooth paste. Stir in chopped red peppers or olives. Spread thickly, about a quarter inch, on salted wafers or brown or rye bread.
A Puck杂 notes a rumor that Bilter’s daughter eloped with his chauffeur and that he wired forgiveness. The remark parries with the idea he hopes to use his ear, reflecting a sardonic newspaper quip about scandal and vanity.
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