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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1910
Page
6
Milwaukee tale reports Milton Wilson and his wife digging up two sand filled charms bought from a spiritualist. The duo claimed charms warded off evil spirits and brought luck, but a dispute led to a police arrest and a ten dollar fine for Wilson with sentence suspended for Mrs. Wilson.
Des Moines Ia report on squirrels gnawing telephone cables explains how teeth sharpeners and water in twisted strands disrupt service. Clerks cite squirrels biting lead coverings, opening holes, and shorting multiple wires causing outages until cables are repaired and dried.
A fashion piece outlines fall trends centered on a modish woman in a high crowned wide brim hat of blue black beaver with old rose lining, a plum broad cloth semi empire suit with pearl buttons, a wide fur scarf and muff, white satin linings, and accessories like white gloves roses and rice paper flowers. The overall look mirrors Paris autumn styles.
The Paris fashion revival centers on empire silhouettes with high girdles and full skirts. Short jackets with coat suits appear at races, boleros contrast shirts, and black velvet accents hats shoes and sunshades, signaling a chic era across society.
Descriptive passage notes voluminous skirts and a blue and gold sash setting a fashionable tone. Venetian point trims dominate brocaded evening gowns while pearls remain the coveted embellishment, uniting elegance and wealth in society styling.
Three simple at home hats illustrated for girls. The first no 982a uses spotted white muslin with pale mauve satin ribbon, twisted crown, and a ribbon bow detail.
The report describes several small hats for children. No. 983a uses burnt straw easy to trim with blue ribbon and pink rose-buds. No. 984a features white muslin or silk crown with lace or embroidery trim for dainty maid outfits.
J I C Clarke states Standard Oil will push higher oil consumption worldwide by lowering prices. US refined oil prices have fallen to record lows, spurring increased US demand, with the policy now extending abroad. In August US tank prices dropped from 6.5 to 5.0 cents per gallon and refinery barrel prices fell 1 cent from 9.5 to 8.5 cents.
Springfield reports 37 dead from Staunton wreck of Illinois traction system with responsibility fixed. North bound crew disobeyed orders found on Conductor Leonard. Motorman Lierman surrendered. other crew jailed at Carlinville awaiting coroner’s inquest outcome.
New York reports that doctors’ charges for Mayor Gaynor’s treatment at St. Mary’s hospital Hoboken after the shooting total 34000 dollars. Dr W J Arlitz says bills will be sent to the mayor only if he requests and denies any plan for city payment.
Cholera appeared in Marseilles with three deaths as Italian immigrants were blamed. Civic authorities prepared to combat the disease and prevent entry of more migrants from plague infested regions of Italy, causing residents to flee in intense excitement.
In Philadelphia Pennsylvania German Day featured the unveiling of a statue honoring Peter Muhlenberg the preacher who left his pulpit to serve as an officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolution The ceremony highlighted Muhlenbergs dual legacy as religious leader and military figure.
Bankers in Los Angeles will discuss needed banking and currency legislation as the central issue at the thirty sixth annual convention of the American Bankers Association in session here.
A review stand at Eleventh Street and Troost Avenue for the Priests of Pallas parade collapsed injuring at least 60 people, many seriously, in Kansas City Missouri. Authorities assess cause and assist victims as rescue operations continue.
Des Moines Iowa Governor J F Carroll was acquitted of the charge of criminally selling of John Downie. Six ballots were taken and the initial verdict was 11 to 1.
Mrs R B Huey of 713 Mineral Ave Galena Kansas describes a lump on her side that grew after a March fall and caused pain at night. She credits Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound with the lump breaking and passing away and notes the remedy aids a range of female ills and is affordable and helpful.
The courting of Widow Healy by Terence Corcoran becomes a tedious tale as Terence proposes to join the army after reading a pageant account. Widow Healy rebukes him, mocking his lack of resolve and urging him to speak his mind instead of dreaming of a soldier’s life.
Vera asks what transatlantic means and if trans means across. The mother, busy, teases an answer then hints at bed. Vera wonders if transparent means a cross parent, highlighting playful wordplay and parent youngster dialogue.
A maxim quoted by Gilpin urging decisive action. The adage emphasizes completing proper tasks boldly or abstaining if imperfect.
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