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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1912
Page
6
New import Paris style sailor hats headline fall millinery with velvet facings in white or black. Descriptions highlight crown shapes, wide brims, and simple chic trims including ostrich plumes and velvet rib bon. Julia Bottomley notes showcase several striking models.
The article surveys fall suit textiles led by velours de laine and velours de faine in striped and checked patterns. It notes bouclé fabrics, peau de suede finishes, and velvets corduroys and velveteens as key afternoon suit materials. It mentions imitation furs as affordable peltry replacements and describes soft supple tones with color added by vests and accessories.
The Delineator notes Paris favors high waistlines while American women split between fuller silhouettes and standard waists. Despite draperies and panniers, foundation widths stay unchanged and the silhouette remains narrow. Morning coats feature a larger lapel and plain notched collars grow, while sleeves shorten and widen at the bottom for elegance.
Learn to baste the plaits before pressing and keep them in place. Use a damp cloth on the wrong side and press with a hot iron until dry, then remove basting after several hours. This method preserves shape and appearance for plaited garments.
A French woman is praised for practical economy in housekeeping and dress. Training and instinct guide her, shaping grace over detail. A recent dinner outfit featured green silk draped with gray chiffon, cream lace, and a cut steel embroidered girdle.
A black background makes warm colors look warmer and cool colors duller while a white background makes warm colors cooler and enhances the brilliance of cold colors. The contrast shifts with background shade altering perceived warmth and contrast of hues.
A Modern Priscilla contributor describes an adjustable tuck placed above the flounce of a pet dress. Instead of sewing, the tuck is confined with tight buttons or snap fasteners, allowing easy let-out for a long gown or shortening for a shorter one.
A short craft note about making soft suede baby shoes. A handy person uses tops of kid gloves to craft tiny shoes with simple stitching and small decorative flowers or dots. Machine stitching recommended.
The piece advises cultivating smiles to soften facial lines and improve appearance. It covers mouth care, gentle daily massage for Cupid's bow, mirror self checks, and avoiding fretful droop at corners. It notes serious defects require a facial surgeon, but many issues can be treated at home with creams and wrinkle plasters.
Reader letters discuss scalp massage to stimulate hair growth with gentle, repeated strokes and moderate pressure. Instructions cover finger placement and avoiding tissue bruising. A separate reply warns against a wart removal method and endorses wintergreen oil to dry and fade warts.
Describes playing rugs with thick flannel foundations and dark red borders. Suggests red silk cutouts and borders featuring animals such as Teddy bears and dancing rabbits to enhance attractiveness.
A college-educated Chicago youth from a good family details a six month burglary spree worth a quarter of a million in art, jewels, and silverware before turning to forgery. Jacob Foy Guthrie, 26, explains his methods and mentors Lom broso and his career path from Armour Institute to Lane Technical and Commonwealth Edison.
The narrator explains turning crime into a studied science, aiming to elevate burglary beyond impulse. He details choosing targets among the wealthy, planning with care, avoiding violence, and seeking risky hauls to test theories, inspired by Lombroso and Poe.
Long noted as a destructive force, gunpowder was tested as a fertilizer at Fort Meyer and Indian Head proving grounds this summer. Condemned powder, rich in nitrogen, was ploughed into soil and yielded bumper crops, marking a peaceful turn in its storied history.
Guthrie caught depositing a forged check at a bank and looting Mrs. Ella Wilson's home at 4613 Drexel Boulevard. He stole a package containing a monthly statement showing a large balance with Central Trust Company and a new check book. Mrs. Wilson was in Japan. Guthrie used the tools found with the loot, leading to his capture and imprisonment.
The editor reads a South Africa reader’s question on moustache hair loss. He answers with a punny guidance: brush lightly to separate hairs and keep them from quarrelling.
Mayor Harrison recalled a humorous old Chicago tale about a woman losing her purse and a rough man who pockets it. The exchange ends with the woman correcting him and a laugh as a policeman passes by.
Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt has established a home for girls in connection with the Big Sisters society of New York, which she founded and leads. The society, inspired by the Big Brother movement, aims to provide practical aid for girls with minimal red tape.
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