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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1911
Page
4
On the fishing vessel the crew engaged in a renewed fight with a swordfish. A first iron thrust weakened the fish, followed by another spear strike. The fish finally fell to the rope and was hauled aboard.
J. J. Auster, a Kansas City dentist, enhances his office by growing a hardy tree in a second story window box, illustrating a unique passion for trees extending into his professional space. The feature notes how few carry such love of trees into their places of business.
A fragmentary report notes a dramatic reaction to a shock event and cites testimony from an expert alien witness. The piece hints at altered understanding or restored calm following the incident, with emphasis on credibility of the alien perspective.
Teeling, after a collision, was declared perfectly sane by alienists who noted his brain was cleared by physical and psychic shock. They believe he will resist temptations to overindulge in alcohol.
An incident off Boston saw a swordfish ram a dory sent from Capt Richard Noonan. The impact shattered the craft and threw two fishermen into the sea, where they were rescued by three mates from Block Island.
The article explains how in southern latitudes the lack of landmasses to anchor winds creates long westerly swells from previous winds. When a west wind rises it steepens these swells into majestic storm waves that can reach lengths up to 1,200 feet crest to crest. Wave height is about half the wind speed in miles per hour.
W P March of Chicago recovered a $400 purse seized in a recent loss and doubled the stake by placing a same amount in bets at Atlantic City. Chicago Building Exchange members had offered a $500 1,000 to 1 odds that the money would not be found. March won and the wallet was later returned by Robert H. Clutch.
The Tching-Pao, Peking's official gazette, marks its thousandth year with preserved copies from first issue to present. The paper notes its form has changed several times and a photograph shows its current appearance.
In Spencer Cumberland Mountains eight moonshiners formed a band of whitecaps. They raided the home of Dan Whittenberg taking him from his wife and beating him. Pete Whittenberg was threatened and Morris was shot in a field. Warrants were issued but cases dismissed as Whittenberg did not appear. The October criminal court will probe further.
The piece highlights velvet and silk textures with rich color borders and satin like finishes. It notes silk fabrics in somber grounds with bright banding in old gold cerise and electric blue, and praises silk corduroy for tailored suits. Prices reach eighteen dollars a yard with minimal trimming for a costume style gown.
An article traces a revived bonnet trend inspired by early 19th century fashion. It details black satin bonnets with copper braid accents, dark brims, and feather mounts, plus matching laces and gold trims for a September bride. It also describes tailored suits and bodice gowns featuring high waistlines, slim panels, and new silk materials in royal purple with green chiffon trimming.
William Smith, occupant of part of a double house on South Second Street, was arraigned in the city police court on the complaint of Mrs. Alice Gudgeon who lives in the other half of the building. She says Smith entered her rooms one night while her husband was away and kissed her. Smith claims he entered by mistake, thinking it was his wife.
In Woodbury New Jersey a horse in a stable is said to have its hooves gnawed by rats feeding at a troubling rate. The strange claim notes persistent rodent activity around the animal and the concern it raises for its health and stability.
A seven year old boy, the youngest offender to appear in the local police court, was arrested in New Haven charged with drunkenness and sent to the State Reform School.
Kansas City brothers Jacob and James Madsen of Kansas City Kap were sued in police court for loud public prayers in the middle of the night, disturbing nearby residents and prompting a legal action.
The article notes long beaded strings enhance the appearance of short women, making them look taller. Beads are popular but few understand the reason behind their influence on silhouettes and style.
A gloom can be lifted with white paint and enamel, bright woodwork, and light paper. An inside window box with a brass or copper trim adds brightness, and plant colors should be chosen to suit the room.
A dry goods expert notes new fall and winter evening wear features. Designs emphasize decollete necks short sleeves and short trains with lace used as foundation and trim. Allover patterns or robe gowns appear as underlayers draped over crushed silks crepes and satins with waistline integration.
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