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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1909
Page
7
The Star reveals prize winners for its dinner menu contest, selecting three top entries from many submissions. Prizes include a box at Pryor’s theatre for any night next week and four seats at Orpheum for Thanksgiving week, with Emily Fraser of West Seattle among the winners.
A partly garbled cooking passage describes a dish using leftover meat and peppers. It references boiling meat, mixing with spices, and baking, with unclear steps and measurements. The fragment ends abruptly while outlining a chicken dish and tomato components.
A doctor missionary named Mr Gray travels by dog sled through a snowbound region to reach a distant settlement. Guides scout ahead as wolves ambush the camp, the leading wolf slain by a rifle shot while the others retreat, the dogs remaining safe at the fire.
The piece warns couples to avoid wasteful spending after marriage and to keep private matters private. It advises not to seek public attention, to value the partner’s affection without neglecting others’ happiness, and to act with restraint in public life during early married years.
The guide advises washing a broom with soapsuds and ammonia, rinsing and sun drying. Copper utensils clean with hot vinegar and rotten stone. Carpets beat first on the wrong side then the right, never on a damp floor. A flannel bag over the broom helps sweep boards or linoleum.
A promenade fashion note praises affordable dressing where a plain black tailored suit with black hat and plumes becomes stylish with three red accents. A vivid red wing in the hat a red parasol and a red tie uplift the outfit, proving chic style can come from restraint and clever detail.
New fashion note describes picture hats gaining popularity as turban styles fade. A black velvet hat with crown drape of flowered velvet ribbon and a delicate aigret offers a refined, attractive silhouette.
The article mocks a woman walking Second Avenue in a mismatched Paria neckwear outfit. It contrasts her attire with French styling, noting a black hat with white flowers and blue hatpin, brown suit and gloves, and a cat steel belt buckle. It argues accessories ruin the overall look and suggests coordinated pieces for a smarter appearance.
A fragmented musings on women having minds of their own and the reaction of neighbors. The text suggests a woman with independent thoughts challenges local expectations and male attitudes. The tone hints at social commentary from a past era.
The article notes fashion trends with white trimmed hats, sword hilts as hat pins, golden brown gloves, fur stoles, and pearl embellishments for evening wear. It announces Dr. Luetla Clay Carson as president of Mills College near Oakland, successor to the University of Oregon English department head, aiming to make Mills a leading Western women’s college.
A text describes Aunt Chloe, burdened by an abusive husband, nursing him after his fights. She visits a drug store for a strong pain liner and is offered St Peter's Prescription, advertised as a remedy for cuts and bruises, priced one dollar per bottle.
Morning lacques in velour cloth offered in old-rose blue gray navy and red with floral design and satin trim. Eiderdown sacques with long sleeves and close-fitting neck shown in gray red and old-blue with embroidered scallop edging.
Longfellow quotes set the tone for a column where "Cynthia Grey" addresses youth concerns. Readers ask about dating etiquette, calling after an evening, introducing guests at home, washing ribbon, entertaining, and the meaning of coed. The adviser gives practical, gentle guidance with concise steps and reassurance.
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