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Newspaper
Sumner Journal
Location
Sumner, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1904
Page
1
Sumner Journal editorials and readers’ musings touch on politics, social norms, and humor. Notes on Japan’s 20 900 branches, Russia’s possible dinners in Port Arthur, a Boston slow reputation, and a Bowton bridge scam color a compact survey of contemporary curiosities.}{
A Boston paper previews The Naked Soul with caution as most Boston women are away. Bandit Raisuli plans marriage, risk of trouble when bringing home a stranger for dinner. Charles G Stillman, New York multimillionaire, works as baggage smasher in San Francisco for pay. Mark Twain’s former teacher is dead at a century old, and a hope to learn his tricks. St Paul railroad orders the destruction of English sparrows along the line. An astronomer at Lick finds 100 double stars amid others who challenge that record.
A club lady asserts that women possess a sharper sense of humor than men and argues that most male faults stem from natural conceit, presenting a social observation on gender and wit.
A reader questions the use of the college widow as a comic focus, noting the cruel pull of memories and the narrator’s aging gaze as his gray hairs nearly fade from memory while the farce continues to stir.
The Department of Agriculture notes quail are worth thousands yearly as insect destroyers and weed seed eaters. Yet some farmers, short of cash, sell them for much less, cashing in on a few quail at a lower rate.
The Milwaukee Sentinel voices a stark warning that if trouble arises abroad Carrie Nation must face actions without any ransom negotiations or rescue plans. The remark underscores firm resolve and potential peril for Nation's travel.
A burglar entered the room of Mr. Wong Kal Kah, China’s commissioner to the world’s fair, and escaped with diamonds valued at $2,000. Kah remains strongly opposed to open doors and security breaches in the exhibit area.
A children’s verse about a dream of green grass and blossoms with a smiling policeman. It is followed by a craft article on building a safe, sturdy canvas canoe using simple tools and upcycled materials, with step by step construction notes and safety tips.
The pattern describes a box plaited blouse with edges stitched to the yoke depth and joined to the body lining, closed at the centre back. It features a large sailor collar at the neck, full sleeves laid in box plaits, and puffed below the elbows. Material needed for medium size 10 years is 8 yards 27 inches wide and 6 1/2 yards 32 inches wide.
A discourse on hoeing superstitions tied to the cuckoo cry. Beliefs vary by country and gender rewarding wealth, marriage timing, or life spans, but the only solid fact remains that the cry signals summer’s arrival.
Describes box coats in linen, taffeta and pongee as versatile season wraps. Notes natural linen with red piping, white and other colors, silk and veiling for wraps and costumes. Collar can be omitted with neck facing. coat features fronts backs seams, roll over cuffs, pockets, invisible fly buttons. Material: 3 1/2 yards 27 in, 3 1/4? 44 in, or 2 1/2? 52 in size varies.
A dainty girls costume in white linen trimmed with blue and white banding. Suitable for immediate wear in natural colored linen and washable fabrics. Skirt features include boxed plaits and matching blouse for a complete outfit.
A Good Housekeeping writer shares how a soprano used four large silk handkerchiefs to improvise a new waist after her gown bodice tore before a concert. Her sister borrowed white handkerchiefs, created a bodice back and front, formed sleeves, and hid details with tulle and chrysanthemums, fooling the audience.
A new electrical invention called the stroboscope makes rapid motion observable. It uses quick electric sparks to illuminate parts so that rotating objects appear stationary or move slowly when flashes lag slightly behind the actual revolutions. This aids study of sewing machines, bicycle wheels, and other fast moving mechanisms.
Noted speaker laments wind-prone styles from the era. Winds sweep plaited skirts hats and boas, causing discomfort and entanglement as fashion critics compare to a breezy, wind-swept America.
The latest craze in parasol accessories features wicker handles with a knob at the crook end and a bow of ribbon matching the cover color. These wicker handles pair especially well with pongee parasols.
Lace veils 52 inches square are the latest import craze at foreign racetracks. Worn draped over party hats and allowed to fall to the face like a curtain, they create a dramatic eye hiding effect.
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