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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1912
Page
5
A reader disputes Mrs. Woodrow's sweeping critique of women. The letter argues that noble American women working at home and in public deserve fair treatment, favors true marital partnership, and questions the causes of social ills. It asserts divorce would fade with equality and mutual respect in marriage.
Crepe paper hanging baskets for flowers are described with materials such as paper rope crepe paper mat board liquid glue gummed tape and wire. Baskets formed from six triangular mat board pieces cornucopia shape are wrapped in crepe paper then dried two coats of shellac finish the look. Handles made by twisting twine or wire with paper rope.
The author promotes daily deep breathing as a simple, vital health habit. He argues air is abundant and free, encourages ten inhalations and ten exhalations per occasion, and advises breathing in through the nose and out the mouth for best effect.
A 21 year old woman sells birthright to enjoy youth and a call to blame social wealth hoarders. The writer recalls dancing years 17 to 23 and references a municipal dance hall debate as a father of four daughters.
A 16 year old girl asks if she is too young for the stage and seeks a way to earn money for dancing lessons. The advice stresses a solid foundation with years under competent masters and suggests exchanging piano accompaniments for lessons if she can play.
A teen narrator writes of being in love with an older boy, noting parental opposition and her own claim to be 18 though she is 16. She mentions being the baby of the family with siblings already grown, seeking guidance on the situation.
The letter advises a 16 year old girl to accept parental guidance and avoid romance. It frames teenage love as a mental change and urges the teen to listen to parents for safety and protection. It stresses that friendly behavior is safer than pursuing a relationship at this age.
A reader asks Miss Grey about a conflict between fashion and comfort with tight shoes causing painful corns. The reply argues against pressuring a girl to wear ill fitting footwear and urges buying shoes that fit and suit her taste, ending any coercive influence.
Two speakers trade quips about girls at a social setting. Maud jokes that many come to display their figures while Grace counters that many come to flaunt their lack of shape. The exchange highlights playful banter on appearances.
A wife asks if her husband’s evening outings with coworkers are harmful. The reply says the habit can form a danger if daily, and suggests shared outings one or two evenings a week with friends. The column also answers questions on citizenship, etiquette, and simple home tips.
Fanny Merritt Farmer explains the origin of picnic. A list passed among contributors let each choose a item to supply, nicked off the list. The term pick and nick evolved into ple nic and then picnic, describing the entertainment.
Instructions describe a method to transfer patterns to fabric using window light and tracing with a sharp pen or pencil. Pin materials together, place between fabric and newspaper, and trace design through the material to leave a lasting impression. Suitable for thin fabrics like linen or batiste and heavy material alike.
Grease lightly and cut a small wedge from the end of each potato before baking with skins on. This small step yields dry, mealy, tender-skinned potatoes and avoids shriveled pasty vegetables often seen otherwise.
The article advises polishing large silver pieces with regular backward and forward strokes rather than hit and miss circular sweeps. It reflects a jeweler’s method from Modern Furniture Company located at 415 Pike, Everything.
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