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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1913
Page
3
A humorous guide suggests useful, affordable gift ideas for men, noting many women favor cravats despite their poor fit. It advises choosing practical items and mentions black and white cravats as smart options. English fashion tips from a London-influenced era are echoed.
A brief note on gifting handkerchiefs suggests plain white are safest for men unless the giver knows the recipient’s wife’s views and the man’s color preference, in which case a color choice may be appropriate. The guidance emphasizes knowing personal taste before selecting patterns or hues.
A description notes handkerchiefs in lavender green gray or other colors with initials stitched in a unique fillet design on a square of lace. It suggests if time is short one could buy net and cut it to create the decorative initial squares.
The piece suggests Christmas gifts for men consisting of leather desk calendars stamps and elastic boxes while praising wallets card cases and high quality leather traveling cases. It notes preferences for fittings ivory ebony and lighter options and mentions a feather case with scissors and a penknife and a stirrup mounted whisk broom holder for riders.
A reflective verse recalls turning from sin and welcoming strangers on Christmas as the babe in the manger is honored. Three shadowy wise men and shepherds witness the star over Bethlehem, while the message remains that God reigns and all is well for humankind.
A girl who makes fine orange marmalade plans to give friends decorated jars for Christmas She bought prettily shaped glasses and pasted on them colored Christmas garlands and greens with red berries, costing only a few cents. She wraps the glasses in holly sprayed paper napkins making the gifts doubly attractive from their exterior.
A portable manicure set described for weekend party lovers and travelers features white celluloid rings threaded with colored satin ribbon. Each end is finished with a ribbon bow and includes a file orange stick and nail scissors for on the go grooming.
A terse verse laments busy days and market bustle while condemning harsh tricks and pride. It urges brotherly care, kindness, and guidance to the vulnerable as neglect widens. The speaker condemns greed, exclusion of the weak, and moral laxity in modern life.
A playful exchange about Santa Claus leads to a somber note as a boy contemplates envy and fate. The fragment shifts from holiday humor to inner conflict and a skated gift shaping future feelings. The piece ends with a reminder that unused clothing can help others, signaling shared generosity.
A dainty comfortable dressing sack sewn from white albatross fabric features pink embroidery silk buttonholing and embroidery. The garment uses a pink wash ribbon for the tie, combining ease of making with decorative detailing.
Purvied Christmas buyers can fashion collar protectors from net remnants found at curtain goods and lace counters. These protectors use a strip of net about a yard long, with a narrow hem, tassel ends, and optional tiny tucks. Colors may vary, with black silk or white cotton, and some include a small weight or tassel end. They are designed to be washable and practical for protecting blouse collars from coats and furs.
A young girl in a small kindergarten class makes square bean bags about four inches across from blue and pink linen scraps. She embroiders initials on the corner and lightly fills them with beans. Optional decorative touch includes buttonholing the edges for extra charm. A pink and a blue bag form a suitable pair for a child’s gift.
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