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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1894
Page
7
An article describes inexpensive yet elegant drapery designs for doors and windows, highlighting portieres that extend above spring height, and lists affordable materials such as mailcloth and denim. It also offers piano practice tips and moth prevention guidance for wool upholstery using naphtha, with safe handling notes and aftercare.
The author discusses long lasting notes versus brief ones and the value of a sustained medium. They praise varied touch when applied appropriately and emphasize that timing and expression should suit the piece and instrument.
The article advises wiping all surfaces with a cloth wrung from warm water with a few drops of ammonia to freshen a sickroom. It cautions against feather dusters, suggests airing textiles on a line, and notes dust can carry germs. If nervous, use a screen during cleaning. Wrapping coal in paper can reduce fire noise.
The article describes two dress styles for women, one a strict tailor governed outfit and the other a dressy fashion, both touting black crepe and black moire fabrics. It details a draped moire ensemble with petticoat and bow accents and a tailored diagonal suit with a long full skirt, revers, and double-breasted waistcoat.
A scene aboard a Hudson River vessel shows a girl without a handbag explaining to a companion that a chatelaine and a pocket book hold essentials. The second girl lists items kept in compartments, including hairpins, a glove buttoner, violet extract, a comb, scissors, a knife, a hand glass, toothbrush, handkerchief, and a watch. The exchange highlights fashion and practical travel needs, contrasting attitudes toward handbags.
A reader reports chronic health problems from constipation and bowel troubles despite medicines. The note mentions seeking work and travel through towns, with garbled place names and unclear outcomes.
The first official announcement of World's Fair diplomas on flour is made. Washburn Creaty Co flour from Washtorn Flour Mills Minneapolis earns a medal from the World's Fair judges for its strength and purity, claimed to be first-class patent quality for family and Lakers' usa.
Cood books on Tur Tris- ONE'S equipment praise its superb bindery. The shop boasts up to date machinery and skilled workmen. Neat work is promptly done at fair prices, with no superior in northeastern Pennsylvania.
A long list of flour brands and merchants offering Gold Medal and Superlative products. The notice names multiple brands including Megargel, Connell, Green Ridges, Providence Fenner & Chappel, and others, with pricing or barter terms on flour. It reads like a trade circular listing participating shops and brand names across several towns.
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