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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1894

Page

7

Bells on Her Toes and Granny Pockets Spark Society Fad

New York society circles praise bells worn on slippers as a chic noise maker at dances. Debutantes in Sherry’s and on Broadway feature tiny bells in silver or gold, with silver bells ordered for customization. The trend expands to “Granny’s pocket” needlework bags inspired by a Parisian bag, used by young ladies for sewing materials and embroidery supplies.

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Rabbit and pastry tips with cooking observations and age remark

The text gives rabbit preparation methods including stuffing and roasting with bacon, gravy and raisin directions, plus a note on using bread crusts and preserving crusts. It also includes an odd claim about women misreporting ages, citing a French observer and a court officer.

Period Arts Column Reflects on Honest Speaking

A reflective piece notes how a writer maintains honesty while navigating social expectations. It emphasizes restraint and precise language as guiding principles in literary tone.

Making Rag Carpet and Domestic Care Tips

Article describes making rag carpets from fabric strips, crochet methods, and dyeing ideas, plus notes on using silk scraps for curtains and cushions. Also includes brief household advice on Vaseline, skin care routines, and a rural raggle tale from Puck.

Memory Mantels Showcasing Souvenirs From Last Season’s Outing

A southern belle crafts memory mantels using Herman favors and German items from Old Point Comfort and White Sulphur Springs. The piece describes decorative drapery, trinkets, and keepsakes arranged to evoke past outings, with suggestions for adapting mantels in various settings and care tips for jewelry.

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Washburn Crosby Flour Wins World’s Fair Medal

In Cuiingy on October 1 a World’s Fair medal was awarded to flour produced by Washburn Crosby Co at the Great Wackhurs Flour Mills in Minneapolis. Judges declare the flour strong and pure and suitable as first class patent flour for family and bakers’ use.

Washburn, Crosby Co Great Wackburs Minneapolis

Flour brands and local merchants advertise gold and brass medals

A long list of merchants offers flour with a Corron token and various medals including Gold Medal, Superlative, and Old Medal. The text names many shops and locations such as Hyde Park, Manley, Providenge, Jermyn, and Carbondale detailing brand marks and incentives.

Fcranten Prca Aeanas Geld Medea Hranul Dunmore F. Po Iles God Metal Bren Dunmore Manley Superleive Brass Hyde Park Caren & Jurin Wastibirs St Jseph Mears Mainaventa Hrand Greet Kidue Gohd Medal Bean JT Medale Superative Providenge Feuner &Happell Gol Mit Olyphiatit Jatuew Jordan Shilier & Klair Jermyn Winters &@ Co Carbondale Lark Honewdale Powter & Co Meda Minwoksa MH Lavelle

Great Paintings Attract Wide Public Interest

Wealthy collectors and public institutions showcase splendid works in mansions and public buildings. These classics lure travelers and locals alike, offering sightseers access to renowned old world art through exhibitions in major cities.

Little Hoy Informs Of Toy Shoe Hurting Foot

A brief exchange reveals a child’s small toy shoe caused discomfort to the foot. The mother prompts for the exact item, and the child responds with a curt, “Good News.”

Beecham’s Pills Advertised For Constipation Relief

Beecham's pills claim to cure a wide range of ailments including fox viciousness bilious headache dyspepsia heartburn torpid liver dizziness sick headache and loss of appetite caused by constipation. The advertisement invites readers to book free pills by writing BF Allen Co. 365 Canal St. New York or visiting drugstores.

Beecham Allen Co Canal St New York

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