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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1911
Page
5
A reader asks about starch for stiff collars and cuffs and whether to hire a lawyer to obtain citizenship papers. Other inquiries cover social propriety, travel distance, meeting a fiancé’s mother, perfume etiquette, dog breed suitability, hair and bathing advice, ring wearing, removing spots from ebony toilet items, and graduation gifts.
Tea gowns show hanging and peasant sleeve cuts combined with bodices still in fashion. The broad girdle reappears on elegant frocks while the chiffon jumper earns praise as a versatile waist. Black, navy and white remain strong colors with coral accents on bars as decorative pins.
Paid advertisement quotes Mr. T. P. Revelle arguing that utilities affecting safety belong in city hands and profits should not trump citizens welfare. He urges policing focused on prevention over punishment, humane treatment for delinquents, and strict enforcement of laws to curb vice.
A vivid retelling of Paul Revere’s lantern signal and ride to Lexington to warn Adams and Hancock. The piece recounts the British approach by land, the encounter at Lexington, and the marching to Concord with colonial rifle fire, framing the ride as a global liberty symbol. Shoulder scarves described as warm day and evening wear.
Readers are invited to submit 150 to 160 word letters debating whether a modern flat or apartment or a bungalow or cottage makes a better home for economy comfort and desirability. The Woman's Page editor offers a fine cook book as a reward for the best answer with all letters mailed by Thursday.
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