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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1920
Page
3
Ribbons increasingly influence apparel from street frocks to evening gowns. The piece highlights ribbon use as garment components and trims, including a georgette crepe dress with satin slip, ribbon borders on tunic edges, kimono style bodice sleeves, embroidered front panels, and a ribbon girdle forming decorative loops at the waist.
The article discusses blouse and smock styles focusing on materials and neckline management. Sheer options like voile and georgette balance with heavier silks and satins, while sleeves range from long to three quarter lengths. Decor details include drawn work, hemstitching, tucks, and lace.
Russian dispatch from Minsk outlines terms for Russo Polish peace including recognition of Polish independence, demobilization limits, frontier adjustments east of Bialystok, neutral zone governance, return of rail and agricultural materials, and political amnesty. Provisions set troop levels and transit rights for Russia through Poland.
Washington reports an in principle agreement between the United States and France on the future of Poland and Russia. Secretary Colby welcomed France’s rejection of Russia’s dismemberment and noted a divergence over General Wrangel in South Russia. The two governments thus share a strong stance on core principles.
A mountain toppled in a recent storm burying an Igorot village under hundreds of feet of earth. The disaster near Manila in the mountain province claimed 70 native lives as darkness fell at midnight.
Two fishermen were brought into port by the American steamer Mazama from London after being picked up at sea unconscious in an open dory. They reportedly lived 12 days on seaweed before rescue.
The city rat extermination program ends with 2,943 rats and 661 mice captured and incinerated. D A Huddleston reports to city health officer W E Willis detailing the results.
General Luis M. Salazar succeeded Colonel Esteban Cantu as governor of the northern district of Lower California on Wednesday in Mexicali.
A historical note describes calomel as a mercury compound used to treat liver sluggishness. It claims calomel reacts with sour bile to cause cramping and nausea as its effects.
An old advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless vegetable substitute for calomel. It promises quick liver action and better health without sickness or salivation, suggesting it can be used by adults and children and costs only a few cents.
In a Birmingham Age-Herald quoted exchange, Mr Duthwaite reveals he has bought a phonograph despite disliking canned music. He plans to spark opposition as he notes about twenty other phonographs exist in his neighborhood.
A newspaper advertisement touts Danderine as stopping hair loss and promoting growth. It promises no shedding after application, renewed vigor and brightness, and thicker appearance for only a few cents.
Betty aged three repeats phrases from nine year old John and asks for forgiveness for a nickel. The moment passes quickly as the child smiles and explains her playful request.
Advertisement touts Cuticura products for baby rashes soothing soothing baths Cuticura Soap gentle Cuticura Ointment and fragrant Talcum powder priced 25 cents each. The copy claims purity and effectiveness and urges use for skin irritations.
In Boston on Bossworth court a fragment of the Province house survives with iron archway and steps. Oliver Wendell Holmes lived there for 18 years, Hawthorne referenced it, and it was built in 1497 by Peter Sargent. The area now blends old relics with modern offices. Twins are more common among mothers aged 25 to 35.
A real estate agent parries a tenant's complaints about an old house. He touts a patent burglar alarm staircase as the latest modern improvement that prevents intruders from reaching the bedroom. An interjected ad promotes Dead Shot Vermifuge as a worm exterminator.
Mrs. STledge asks how to write references for cooks while Mrs. Hiram Daly replies with an epitaph style remark about the topic. The exchange reflects a humorous or satirical kitchen conversation.
Peaceful home life is shattered by eerie sounds, initially blamed on a neighbor’s gramophone, but the truth emerges as the Murphys down the street open a tiny corned beef.
A humorous exchange finds Mrs Jones replying that her husband believes he belongs to a secret society, though she notes he talks in his sleep and never confirms actual membership.
A reader asks what to wear to the Carden party and proposes a lawn dress as the fitting choice. Other guests await guidance on attire appropriate for the event.
Southeast Missouri cotton lands yield high per acre, with abundant corn and wheat, plus fine alfalfa and no weevil issues. Buyers are promised a square deal and free literature from Union Farm Land Company, Puopiar Bluff, Missouri.
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