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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1920
Page
7
A column by Cynthia Grey discusses the social fad of bobbing hair among women. Letters to Miss Grey share personal impacts of the bob craze, including illness, vanity, and social pressures, with references to fox tails as a fable and to fashion as a force shaping women’s appearance.
Fragments describe a constitutional treatment for catarrh and deafness using Parmint double strength mixed with hot water and crumbled sugar. Aimed at easing head noises by clearing nasal passages and reducing Eustachian tube inflammation, the formula is advised for those with hearing loss or nasal distress.
A male reader argues for keeping the word obey in marriage vows citing biblical instruction. He recounts a failed engagement over the issue, asserts women should not have equal rights and that the husband is superior, endorsing obedience as the family model.
Small scraps of soap are saved with a soap shaker made of woven wire mesh and a long handle. The device, sold in 6 and 10 cent stores, holds soap in a box like holder and speeds dishwashing while keeping hands dry. Even toilet soap scraps can be tied in cheesecloth for bathtub use.
Cora Moore notes a blue and black brocade outfit for fall with a jaunty hat. The simple frock features a front-opening skirt over a voile petticoat and edge trimming at the sleeves. Plaids vary, leaning to single-color tones with bold bare and cross stripes for effect.
The article contrasts instinctive home cooking with cookbook methods. It notes freshness affects prep time and that winter potatoes take longer to cook. It divides meats into light and dark varieties with differing cooking times and says fish cooks fast, with baked fish needing one to two hours depending on thickness.
Deb confesses feeling at home in Jim's arms and fights love's hold. Janet urges calm as Deb laments lost youth and dreams of a loyal lover, debating love potions and modern theories. The scene ends with Deb insisting she cannot stop loving Jim as the story promises continuation.
Health officials explain that success in rat control hinges on removing other foods and properly using poisons like barium carbonate. They outline bait strategies including meat, fruit or vegetable options, and stress attention to detail to avoid failure.
A simple batter combines sour milk white flour and cornmeal with soda and salt. Add milk and flour in steps, dissolve soda in milk, mix thoroughly and bake on a hot greased griddle until done.
A new terror for women arises in the West End as a man slashes skirts. One woman in an expensive gown suffers three cuts. others report similar incidents. The motive remains a mystery while commentary notes domestic humor about wives and authority.
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