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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1904
Page
6
A gown in reseda green cloth is described with a double breasted coat and silver embroidery. It pairs with a tucked lawn shirt, dark green velvet tie, a plaited walking length skirt, a green cloth wrap, ivy trimmed hat, and matching cushions for chairs and corner seats.
Coarse white linen gowns with heavy lace trims are set to be worn more this season. Elaborate Directoire style coats in white lace with linen hip panels frame long, sweeping skirts. New buttonhole embroideries and crocheted ball laces enhance the line.
The article describes a tan coat with optional shoulder capes and revers, made from broadcloth with satin revers, plus fabric choices for a wedding dress such as silk muslin crepe de chine and duchess satin. It also notes a May Manton pattern No. 4436 and mentions a travel costume in mixed tweed. A shelf curtain idea features brown bur lap with red trim and decorative red stitching.
Describes upholstery dimities in old English style as pretty dainty durable fabrics for bedroom decor. Notes patterns and laundering ease, suitable for bedspreads canopy window hangings and dressing table covers. Mentions choosing appealing window treatments as best.
Tea tables feature new cup and silver metal holder sets for sale in large shops this month. The holders encircle the cup with two silver bands and a handle, replacing the traditional saucer.
A noted evening dress combines cream Alencon lace flounces with a fringe of ermine tails. The design extends to the corsage and is accentuated by bows bretelles and sash ends of black velvet threaded through old paste buckles.
The piece describes new garter buckles with lavish settings including a Roman gold buckle featuring a fleur de lis diamond design and another Roman gold buckle with a china medallion allowing personalization. Sterling silver versions are available at about three times the price of the pseudo gold versions.
A stole made of plain Brussels net features flowers or leaves cut from cloth sewn onto the net. Tinted flowers and velvet accents enhance the piece. An entire gown using this technique would be a handsome, manageable project for a skilled maker.
Use soapy water when making starch to soften and press easier. Line black silk underskirts with flannel for warmth. Dusty or rusty jet trim mings can be refreshed by soaking ten minutes in equal parts vinegar and water, then drying in a cool place.
A 19th or early 20th century health note advises eating a large apple at night for skin improvement and mentions peeling to avoid indigestion. It highlights cranberry as a blood purifier and recommends eating oranges in the morning for additional wellness.
A green denim trunk cover with white edge stitching and central monogram is described as a stylish practical accessory. The cover complements steamer trunks stacked with colorful pillows to create a window or corner seat, appealing to women who live in their trunks.
A season’s favorite bonbonnieres are bisque or china figures in Japanese style showing almond eyed maidens with baskets or pinniers filled with bonbons. The trinket suits table trimming and festive outfits. Second hand shops attract many fair maidens who adorn clothes with antique metallic ornaments and quaint mendallions.
Readers can secure any May Manton pattern illustrated above by tiling out all blanks in the coupon and mailing it with 10 cents to E. E. Harrison & Co., 05 Plymouth Place, Chicago. The pattern will be mailed promptly.
A 1904 testimonial from Dr. Leland Williamson of Yorktown Arkansas praises Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney and urinary disorders. The letter cites four patient cases from Mrs. Sluith and others, detailing back pain, fever, malaria, and uric acid issues, with cures or relief after course of the pills and related treatments.
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