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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1909
Page
6
Henry F. Cops argues that real meaning comes from the inner spirit rather than visible appearances. He urges cultivating kindness and service as daily habits, balancing faith with action, and practicing genuine Christianity through concrete deeds and consideration for others.
A fragmentary fashion critique describes a seal-like figure and the latest mode with a blooming bosom, detailing a muffled gown and a floored silhouette. It shifts to a hospital drawer list advising sewing items and preparation for medical dressings and poultices.
A clipped, cryptic OCR fragment suggests a discussion of business life’s tendency toward faking, calculating minds and limited self awareness, portraying a skeptical view of economic conduct without clear context or full quotes.
A concise description notes an athletic young woman frequently indulging in what she calls her home made Turkish bath. The statement underscores a personal routine without broader context or naming details.
The article describes using a scrubbing brush with soap and hot water, followed by a cold rinse, to clean pores and stimulate circulation. It also offers nose bleed remedies including ice packs and nasal packing with weak carbolic solution and elevating the head during bleeding.
Plain shirt waists prevail with checks and plaids. The extra long corset wins out and bolero varieties are seen. Embroidered finishes match gowns with black velvet edged lace sashes. Turnover collars with jabots echo yore. Dressy waists favor tacked sleeves and the sailor collar returns for younger wearers. Thumbb length sleeves noted.
The article notes gloves are often omitted in evening wear and highlights tailored stilts and mesh net waists as staples. It praises fashionable stockings made of gauze material, calls them dainty and costly, and mentions double effect welts in various colors. Metallic net hats are deemed less suitable for dressy occasions this season.
A Massachusetts man has designed a two part comb that stays put and will not come out unless the hair is removed. The top comb has openings and a detachable ornamented plate that fits into the apertures and grips strands of hair to anchor the piece. It prevents loss of valuable combs or jewel encrusted ornaments during wear.
The article argues that food choice influences obesity less than activity does. It notes that a stout woman can eat freely if she exercises enough and warns against fasting or looking airless. It advises against drinking during meals and drinking alcohol at any time.
A proverb on constant effort dulling a scissors grinder’s blade mirrors the tireless duties of a housewife. The text warns that unending work without rest or recreation wears down energy and sharpness, urging periodic change and respite to stay effective.
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