Town Line Happenings and Local Visits
Ely Wolf and family called on H B Currence and wife on Sunday. James Potterfield and wife visited Joe Welch on Sunday. Mr and Mrs HW J Mayde entertained Royal Hyde and family and Mrs Walter Viiet and son Thursday. PF M Bailey visited Riverdale. Mina Omans visited friends. Mrs Will Towers returned from Port Huron. sister Mrs Gill joined her for a few weeks. Mrs I Zink, mother of A Welch, visiting sister in Caro for two weeks. J M Secord of Alina were here last week. Largest Assortment of Untrimmed Shapes at 23 cents each at Mrs Gaffney’s. Stock being cleared as a money saver.
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Ely Wolf
James Potterfield
Joe Welch
HW. J. Mayde
Royal Hyde
Walter Viiet
PF. M. Bailey
Riverdale
Mina Omans
Will Towers
Port Huron
Gill
Elm Hall Socials and Visits Across Town
Elm Hall notes detail visits and moves among Albion residents. Mr and Mrs Adams visit uncle Joe Wilson. Ada Toy entertains nephew Hiram Toy. John Schaeffer guests Frasier in Grand Rapids. Edwin Hawes and sister Julington move into Dr Schaeffer’s house. Will Conrad returns from Detroit. Fred Elliott and wife travel to Ithaca for the Fourth. Charles Warner visits Mt Pleasant. Mrs William Conner and daughter Elytie travel to Breckenridge. promotion of Hight Cent pillow tops at Mrs Gaffney’s.
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Adams
Albion
Joe Wilson
Ada Toy
Hiram Toy
Lansing
John Schaeffer
Grand Rapids
Frasier
Edwin Hawes
Julington
Dr. Schaeffer
Will Conrad
Detroit
Fred Elliott
Ithaca
Charles Warner
Mt. Pleasant
Charles Elliott
William Conner
Eltie
Breckenridge
Gager
Notes of science and invention snippets from 1787 era
A collection of curious claims and observations including wooden airship propellers built in layers, art gallery dusting by air syringes, a May 8 1787 glass engraving date, diet effects on mood, dew containing radium, similarities between banana and potato composition, candle visibility distances, line about a fly’s eye resolving an extreme small size, Brussels clock wind power, and Panama Canal Zone use of 24000 gallons crude oil monthly to kill mosquitoes.
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Europe
Brussels
Panama Canal Zone
Agustina the Maid of Saragossa
A. W. Macy recounts how Agustina survived the sieges of Zaragoza in 1808 and 1809 during the Peninsular War. A lemonade seller who fired a cannon, she inspired defiance against Napoleon, was made an officer, rewarded with decorations, and lived to 1887.
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Napoleon
Europe
Agustina
Saragosta
Baragossa
Saragossa
Nun’s Veiling Costume Description and Material List
A historical sewing item describes a nun mask or veil design with soft gray edging, back fastening, net vest front filling, silk strap finish, and button and cord detailing. Five shoulder tucks and tucked wrist bands are included. Materials: 1% yards of 40 inch width, 6 buttons, % yard net 18 inch wide.
Simple Frocks for Girls and Delicate Embroidery
Simple frocks for girls emphasize self colored embroidery with minimal sparkle. A pale pink tulle dress over pink silk foundation features crystal dewdrops, lace fichu trims, ruches, and a large black bow at the waist, with subtle gilded accents avoided.
Vogue of Polka Dots Foresees Next Season Fashion
The article notes polka dots will dominate next year’s fashion unless the season ends them. Small and large disks appear on velvet and cotton with the oversized dots, nearly full moons, gaining the most attention among trends.
Worth designs dominate display of regal gowns at gala show
Worths gowns impress with high waist lines and straight skirts as models showcase pale blue dinner gowns with lace trims and narrow trains. Evening outfits feature black silk veiled with chiffon bodices, bold gold embroidery, and fur sets including sable and ermine. Furs, wide scarfs, and oversized muffs complete the upscale presentation attended by crowned heads and grande dames.
Velvet Renovation by Steam Drying Guide
A method to renovate a velvet dress by hanging it in a steamy bathroom. Close doors and windows to trap steam, suspend the garment on a ceiling hanger so the velvet is exposed on all sides, and let it dry without touching. Turn off steam and open windows when dry.
Fashion notes center front closures dominate fall and winter gowns
The report highlights center front fastenings as a prominent feature in the season's dresses. Street styles show double button rows from the yoke to the hem while evening gowns feature crystal or bead rhinestone buttons along the waist and tunic center.
Pictures On Finger Nails In Berlin Fashion
The latest German craze mounts photographs on fingernails, a cousin of the Kaiser inspired trend. Waterproofing with shellac lets a photographer portrait last about four months with careful handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Saga the Popular Mechanics
Berlin
Old Capitol Building in Washington City History
By A. W. Macy the Old Capitol Building in Washington City is traced from its 1800 origin as a tavern to housing Congress, two presidential inaugurations, and its use as a Civil War prison for captured Southern soldiers after the new Capitol was completed.
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A. W. Macy
Washington City
Old Capitol
W. Ington
Capitol
Congress
St John
Calhoun
Mischief by Beast Creation Harms Wildlife and Cattle in India
Fragmentary notice reports wild beasts and venomous serpents causing 28 fatalities and 93,000 cattle losses in India last year. Natives countered with over 100,000 other animals slain, including elephants, tigers, leopards, bears, wolves, hyenas, and 91,000 snakes. Also a small ad seeks to buy 25 bushels of popcorn at Banghart’s market via Billy Miller.
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India
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Gil Self
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Kate
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Joseph B. Bown
Worth’s
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Kretensen
The
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D. W. Robinson
Old Capitol Building
Joseph B. Bowles
Sylvia Gaffney
P. T.bangharts
Billy Miller
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