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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1904
Page
11
The article describes a smart ox blood red broad cloth child coat with triple capes and a wide roll collar, suitable for boys and girls with a simple mansliding change in lapel for gender. It specifies materials for medium size and ornamental braid trim. It also includes a Turkish coffee preparation note with method and cultural detail.
A chic summary notes blue and green blends in hats and turbans, straw tones with cerise and pink, black Chantilly drape, white gloves for day wear, and flowered organdies as a safe investment. It highlights zibeline as the modish fabric and net appliques for dresses and coats, while the extreme floppy look declines.
A fad among fashionable young women features embroidering flowers on underwear and dress accessories instead of initials. Forget me not sprays on handkerchiefs stockings veils and even corsages and hats replace traditional monograms, with violets pansies roses and daisies as alternatives.
An ivory crepe de Chine blouse features a chemisette of cru lace over white chiffon, trimmed with messa line satin. The fitted waist includes optional lining, with center front closure and left side band, full sleeves gathered at the shoulders and deep cuffs. Materials specified: 4 yards 21 inches wide or 3 7/8 yards 27 inches wide or 2 3/4 yards 44 inches wide, plus 4 1/2 yards all over lace and 1 1/2 yards silk for trim.
A brief note describes Turkish coffee as the finest beverage sold in New York City’s Syrian quarter, where cafés offer cups at five cents. The text emphasizes authentic preparation and the local market for coffee in this neighborhood.
The skirt clears the ground and suits walking shopping and general wear. A seven gored model in green and blue plaid features back turning tucks and generous flare. Sizes given include 8 7/8 yards 27 inch wide and other yardages for different widths and fabrics.
A proposal suggests using an engagement bangle instead of a ring to symbolize binding between lovers. The bangle, sometimes a slight circlet or broad band, is secured so only force with a chisel could open it. In Europe such bangles appear, though they are rare among English speakers.
The article suggests bridal attire can be simple using ordinary muslins and voiles, not requiring satin or silk. It endorses white fabrics embroidered with orange blossoms and forget-me-nots, recommends family lace if available, otherwise prefers tulle, and advises softness in fabric and look.
The article describes voluminous square cut dresses with no hem or applique, hung with wreaths of orange blossoms to secure plaits, and white violets or lilies of the valley. Shoes are silver or orange blossom accented, and the bouquet features Annunciation lilies held in the left hand with gowns embroidered in the same flowers.
Flower hats shown for early fall feature wide brims and rows of tiny flowers around the crown and under the brim. Some designs use three crown rows with single color bands such as pink white and green or blue, creating the flower hat look.
A description of a new tea table cover crafted from heavy linen. It features a deep border of Russian lace combined with Cluny lace in a novel, harmonious design. The contrast between the Russian braid and white Cluny creates a showy effect.
A historic recipe lists one peck of green tomatoes five pounds of brown sugar two pounds of raisins three tablespoons of cinnamon two tablespoons of cloves one teaspoonful of salt. Slice tomatoes and simmer with sugar salt and spices for two hours then add raisins. Add a small piece of butter to each pie.
Geisha lamp shades popular for a year or more now come in small sizes suitable for electroliers. They fit cozy corners tea tables and dining tables and are small enough to shade candles.
In a Colier's Weekly excerpt, Johnny questions the verb form in I am about to be married, while Aeolus and Orpheus trade barbs about music and power with a wry note on invention and revenge. The tale weaves mythic figures into a playful moral about language and creativity.
A brief theater note describes a matinee attended by Mr Chatsworth and Mrs Chatsworth. They reconnect with Mrs Gaddie after years, enjoying a long chat during the Philadelphia Ledger item.
Fuzzy Fred chides Lew about wealth and carrying silver dollars while Lew jokes he would not bear the burden. The exchange reflects comic mismatches over money and pride in a playful regional dialogue.
Advice on pillow cases with beeswax treated iron to prevent down leakage, tomatoes carved like red roses for porch luncheons, lamps stored in a closet, teapot lids left ajar to air, coffee pots left open, weekly washing of flatirons, wax usage in ironing, and caution against overheating irons.
Fashion note describes an evening white silk waist featuring a soft louisine foundation, net yoke and bertha, concealed lace joining, and wide sleeves with deep cuffs. For a medium size the pattern requires 3.44 yards of fabric plus 2.7 yards for the yoke and cuffs, with widths 44 and 40 inches.
A Boston Traveler anecdote recalls Asbel P. Fitch’s first trip to Washington. The stranger asks a streetwise newsboy how to reach the White House, who replies with cool humor that he may go but should not stay longer than half an hour.
Fred and Joe discuss Miss Hyatt noting she is unwomanly for wearing gloves before going outside. The dialogue centers on her appearance and behavior.
A humorous quip shows Green’s new aircraft collapsing on its first test flight. The inventor had completed the machine and planned an ascent but it broke away and vanished, leaving projects and plans in doubt.
A joking dialogue depicts Sally and Cynthia debating Sally-Martha Weathers as lazy in the county. Sally claims she left a window open to let rain wash the dishes, a humorous exaggeration of household habits.
Bifkins refuses supper saying his physician warns against a full stomach before sleep. Fifkins replies with a joke about sleeping on a full stomach versus sleeping on his back. The exchange highlights a light humorous dialogue from Town Topics.
Exchange questions a broker answers about commissions and secrecy in a matrimonial service. The dialogue hints at strategy and confidentiality surrounding who pays commissions and what is disclosed. It reads like a quirky exchange on matchmaking business practices and privacy.
A light exchange features Mulford and Winding in a humor line about an after dinner speech. Winding recalls plans canceled by an indefinitely postponed dinner.
A humorous quarrel over which parent the baby resembles causes a split between a husband and wife. Mrs Aftermath cites the baby's temper as the cause of separation. The exchange reflects light domestic comedy from the New York Weekly.
A witty exchange features a woman asking if she revealed her true age and a man replying she only shares the age she tells others. The quip highlights social perceptions of age and identity in a playful dialogue.
Mrs Guschley remarks that it must be pleasant to be married to a clever man. Proudley’s wife responds with humor saying she has only been married once. Catholic Standard and Times quotes the exchange.
A humorous voiceover has a stork express preference for Russia over American wealth as he flaps his wings and the czar throws him golden crumbs, reflecting satirical whimsy about riches and power.
A brief exchange where he values peace of mind above all, and she counters with a remark about valuing a thing he possesses only a small piece of. The dialogue touches on possession and personal priorities in a concise skit-like form.
A humorous exchange contrasts chess and labor rules with a quip about eight hour limits for professional players. Crimsonbeak responds that pros would barely make one move in eight hours, highlighting a playful dispute over work hour concepts.
Rodrick recalls an autumn parade of fashionable folks while Albert asks about attire. Rodrick notes a few chauffeurs were dressed. The fragment suggests a social scene with unspecified killers implied but not described.
A humorous exchange shows a woman insisting on a new gown and coat before a bankruptcy hearing next week. Her companion balks at the expense, arguing she cannot face the courtroom in old clothes. The dialogue highlights stage-like wit and social pressures.
A lively opening performance drew an audience that included several new faces. It prompted laughter at the jokes and remarks about the presentable mix of familiar and unfamiliar attendees.
A passerby argues about a man’s character claiming he is without fault, prompting the quip that his supposed fault is precisely that. The exchange highlights wit over moral judgment in a brief dialogue.
A humorous quip notes the irony that half the world may be unaware of the other half while they live in adjacent neighborhoods. The line highlights close proximity contrasting with ignorance.
A humorous exchange about dental charges contrasts a two dollar tooth filling with a one dollar price, the dentist arguing he works twice as long, implying value through time and skill rather than price alone.
A terse exchange contrasts two life paths one within and one beyond their means. The husband outlines two modes of living: within income they fail to meet and beyond it they pursue despite restraint. The wife questions the choices, seeking clarity on proper conduct.
Characters discuss how Charley Mohter obtained a car. He never drives fast, keeping to eight miles an hour. Jinks reveals he bought it after his first month repair bill arrived.
The speaker halts all electric fans as he begins his sermon to avoid a soothing hum on a warm day. The quiet at the pulpit contrasts with the expected comfort of background noise, drawing attention to the message.
A woman laments marriage as a lottery and quips she drew less than half the alimony she expected, reflecting discordant views on financial outcomes in matrimony.
A short quoted exchange shows a person giving two nickels to a poor man, then explains the motive as not war charity but for a dime. The line portrays a small act of generosity tied to a specific coin value.
A campaign manager asks what statistics show on the subject and a trained mathematician replies that determining the desired message is up to the manager. The dialogue centers on interpreting data and aligning figures with intended messaging.
The text contrasts two excursionists views of Niagara Falls. It notes first an admiring stance on nature's handiwork and then a contrary remark calling it merely a drop of water. The piece presents a brief dialogue on perception.
A quip in dialogue frames sins of omission as acts one might commit if they thought of them. Johnny Bumpernickel asks about the sins, and the elder replies that omissions arise from not recognizing potential misdeeds.
An explanation given by the captain about the ocean, fair passenger scrutiny, and danger from many rocks in the seabed. The captain notes the sea cannot be easy with numerous rocks underfoot.
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