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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1904
Page
14
A collage of curious notes and odd facts from across the U.S. includes a New York woman striking a streetcar conductor, discussions of higher criticism, and political quips about Niagara Falls and corporations. Other items mention a 16 year old divorce in Chicago, rats as food, and General Ma leading 5,000 Chinese troops.
Uncle Russell Sage quips that no man should pay more than fifty cents for a straw hat. He notes a $50 Panama on a fifty cent head appears misplaced and draws amused commentary.
The principal part of King Edward's job is to visit relatives and try to keep them from declaring war on one another. He travels among kin to ease tensions and prevent conflicts within the royal circle.
Sermons are now being delivered by phonograph in New York while many prominent citizens will continue to receive theirs by wireless telegraphy.
Critics sharpen pencils as Pilgrim's Progress nears dramatization. a few read the book in preparation for the upcoming stage adaptation.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes a game of baseball is not in the nature of a religious festival and quips that to many it feels more like a funeral.
An English educator cites changes in American youth style, noting baggy trousers, dinky coats, and clam shell caps as evidence of a broader cultural shift described as feminizing. The remark frames clothing as a visible marker of social change.
Members of the W C T U dispute that a Boston buyer who secured six quarts of whisky from an unclaimed package sale at an express company was fortunate. The record notes the purchase price and context without sensational detail.
The text asserts that in Philadelphia one tends to recall a grandfather, with the city's atmosphere guiding reflections on those who have passed away.
Panama moves toward disbanding its armed forces proposing simple solution of chartering an omnibus to distribute soldiers to their homes.
In Bridgeport Connecticut a junkman severed a telephone cable containing 100 wires triggering an expressive reaction from telephone workers who discovered the vandalism. The act disrupted lines and drew immediate attention from utilities crews and police.
Bibb county Georgia reports a hundred divorce cases at one court term. Observers note the Dakotas climate influenced the divorce center to move southeast, reshaping where separations are filed.
A Chicago woman asserts she once weighed 224 pounds and has shed seventy pounds through mental effort. She compares this achievement to many women who claim to have aged ten years in the same way.
Mr Otto Nordenskjold who once attempted to reach the South Pole has failed to secure the chair of geography at Stockholm University. Critics say his ignorance of the pole's exact location harmed his chances and cast doubt on his qualifications.
A self described doctor Mr M A Lee B S and S A R M D advertises in a North Dakota paper that he desires to become a member of the state legislature. He implies North Dakota aims for the Massachusetts class in governance.
Mrs Bob Burdette states a woman should be first a home maker and has declined to be a candidate for the national presidency. The remark appears in a discussion about women in leadership roles and public office.
A Broadway curio importer shows a gatepost ornament from Hainan China, a python bones symbol said to ward off spirits. The beast, 20 to 30 feet long, comes with a Bacon quote inscribed beneath, tying to a New York Times report.
Mrs. George Horn of 41 Vienna Street Newark New York owns antique andirons once owned by Thomas Jefferson. They were bought from a tenant at Monticello where Thomas Hills of Bridgewater Virginia possessed them in 1826 and they stayed in his family until last July when acquired by the present owner. The set includes two brass andirons and a brass top fender in excellent condition.
A historical report notes a shift in Japanese soldier tactics where intimidation by appearance is deemphasized. The article discusses changes in morale, training, and combat conduct reflecting evolving warfare attitudes.
Albert Byrie of Ebervale Pennsylvania welcomed a new baby boy in the morning followed by a newborn calf, thirteen piglets, and twelve newly hatched geese. He celebrated with neighbors, marking a fortunate day at his farm.
An old coffee house lore explains Tip as the acronym for To Insure Promptness. A brass lockbox at dining room doors collected coins from patrons, influencing waiter fees and giving rise to the modern word Tip.
A note describes Sabot wooden shoes worn by peasants in Germany and explains many pairs are manufactured in Chicago for export to markets abroad.
A man plunged headfirst twenty five feet in Augusta Missouri and struck a spring seat on a jigger. He bounced to his feet in the street and escaped serious injury though his neck was a bit stiff the following day.
A woman in Chicopee Massachusetts had a bicycle missing after an incident involving a breakage of a plate glass window. Police report no injuries and are investigating the theft.
The article lists heel heights and names: up to 1.25 inches is a military, up to 1.625 inches is a Cuban, above that a Spanish heel, and above two inches a Castilian. French heels span 1.25 to 2 inches called Louis XV, while the Du Barry heel runs from two to three inches.
A historical notice describes a boys military suit featuring a versatile waist with optional bolero. It emphasizes practical value and tailoring notes, noting the garment could be made with or without the fancy bolero and hints at decorative and functional design elements.
The guide describes waist and bolero ensembles using dotted silk mull and pale green mousseline tafetta, plus veils and lace yokes. It details construction, linings, sleeves, and cuff options, and lists fabric yardages for medium sizes and bolero lace quantities.
A navy blue serge boy's suit with corticelli silk trim and gold braid evokes military style. It includes a blouse and knickerbockers with brass buttons, true military straps, elastic hems, waistline attachments, and side pockets, sized for ages six with specific fabric widths noted.
A white Irish crochet lace coat with a deep linen collar and lace sleeves is described as very smart. Pair it with a linen lace trim skirt or a white mohair skirt, and match with a white picture hat featuring a coarse lace brim and ostrich feather. Optional colored hat accents include green leaves or blue blossoms.
Paris fashion revisits the basque with short coats in suede shades paired with matching cloth skirts. Suede remains costly and expert crafted. tweeds and velveteen frocks feature bolero cuts and slim striped details. Corduroy shows limited use in tailor made outfits and velveteen with mirrored stripes gains traction.
A wire salad basket is a kettle shaped basket with a small neck and bail handle. After washing the salad it is shaken to remove water and the basket placed near ice to crisp leaves. Oil will not cling to wet lettuce and poorly coated leaves ruin dressing.
Practical tips cover plaster mixing with vinegar to stop cracks, odors from onions, rinsing pasta, boiling eggs for invalids, and using cold milk pudding to transform leftovers into appetizing dishes.
Figs dates and prunes are in season and should be washed thoroughly before use. Try graham gears with dates for breakfast: mix lemon colored egg yolk with salt then milk rice graham flour butter dates baking powder and stiff egg whites bake in gem tins until bubbly in a slow oven.
Short sleeves and gloves form a costly wardrobe trio as glove makers unveil new designs. Wrinkled suede gloves gain in popularity while long wrist ties with beads or lace attract attention. Lace mitts may see renewed interest despite last season's lukewarm reception.
A description of dotted net and lace blouses in cream and champagne tones outlines a graceful yoke of heavy lace, full sleeves with frills, and a fitted foundation option. It lists fabric needs: 18 to 44 inch wide material, all over lace, frill lace, and silk belt quantities.
An essay asserts Korean schoolchildren surpass Chinese and Japanese peers intellectually. It describes a mapped world in a Korean curriculum, labeling the British Isles as “ormouthed,” “white,” and “busy,” and likens Britain’s “white” skin to a hieroglyphic. The piece contrasts the British and Korean symbols of power.
Havana Illinois, county treasurer Mr. Damarin keeps a pet eagle that roams the courthouse park freely. The bird, fed twice daily, was injured last autumn after a shooter kept him at home until spring. A cage and tree stump were tried, but the eagle chose liberty and remains in the park, thriving on beef kidneys or liver.
Orrin Worral of Pawnee Kansas keeps a tame wolf bred to a dog that has become mother to six pups. The animal follows Worral toward town daily then heads to the woods and returns when he is out of sight.
Shelburne Mass. The John B. Cormack farm house was built by Ira Arms in 1816. Brick single wall construction features pine finish and knotless boards. In the parlor, the grand room, four men spent a week carving the decorative details.
Mrs. Charles Hearn of Richmond Massachusetts was leading her dog when the animal playfully circled around her dragging the rope. She tripped and fell, breaking her arm near her home.
A Foxcroft Maine man has unearthed old ball invitations tied to an ancestor from the 1830s. Each notice shows dancing began at 4 p m yet home departure times remain unclear, evoking the period’s social customs.
A noted elephant hunter claims only twenty four white elephants have been captured since the start of the Christian era.
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