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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1909
Page
2
A chaotic column cites poems and jokes from Bir mingham writers, notes war talk, social quirks, and a mix of global events. It mentions an orange war threat, a Chicago man’s suicide, burglaries via rope ladders in New York, and varied opinions on sex, liquor, and politics. The piece threads humor with commentary on technology, fashion, and education.
The article describes a navy serge kilted skirt coat outfit with waistcoat, a tabac brown Empire dress with velvet bolero and blue straw toque, and an elephant gray Princess dress with velvet trims. Each ensemble lists required fabrics and trims for construction.
The article notes the emergence of the parted pompadour among fashionable women at opera, dinners, and theaters. It describes a leftward part, waves over the brow, and the Psyche knot at the temple, with the hair brushed smoothly from the nape to the knot and secured by a wide barrette.
A charming scavy style named after Marie Antoinette features tulle edged with pearls creating a refined hairstyle.
A reader suggests venting raincoats by adding circular rows of buttonholed embroidery under the arm and along the sleeve to avoid overheating. The aim is to reduce the coat’s closeness whether worn with or without another coat, improving comfort.
A guide describes a silk and cotton fabric dress for home sewists featuring a one piece frack with back fastening, a square neck, filet net over chiffon at midsection, lace bands, elbow length sleeves with lace frill, and decorative bows. It notes arranging thin elbow frill with a new technique and contrasts with older lace gathering styles.
New York society women engage in a new physical culture system under an actress who claims personal proof of its efficacy. The program uses elastic devices of various sizes and weights, graded to individual needs, plus medicine balls and vigorous arm and body movements to exercise all muscles.
A homemaker shares a cheap method to renew black fabrics. Mix five cents worth of borax and ten cents worth camphor gum in a large bowl with a quart of boiling water, cool and bottle. When using, dilute with cold water and sponge stockings or back goods to remove spots and grease and restore the black.
An ivory butterfly veil pin returns, clipping the veil to the hat brim by pressing the wings together. The ornament is pretty and simple, complementing the color scheme of a bat.
William A Radford offers free building advice to readers, drawing on his experience as editor author and manufacturer. He stresses the value of four bedrooms with well lit ventilated square houses and many windows to ensure airflow and sunlight to reduce disease risk.
An 1800s style guide discusses extending porches to add pantry space, attic value for ventilation and washing, and the merits of plain yet well set houses. It notes attic stairs cost little more, the bite of carpet trends, and the importance of foundations and light for healthy cellars.
The CADINET ordinance in Tokyo repeals a 12 year old restriction on western ink in official documents. Initiated in 1876 the rule barred western ink unless documents were written on foreign made paper in a western language. The abolition is welcomed by the Japanese press.
A Canton correspondent criticizes the city’s police, noting a lax force that sleeps on duty or assists local tradesmen. The report describes fear among residents and widespread thieves expected to enter the city, highlighting a weak public safety situation.
An advertisement touts epilepticide as a centuries promised cure and urges readers to request a free sample from the May Laboratory in New York City amid testimonials and bold claims. Also note a brief domestic anecdote about Tommie and walnuts, and an ad for Defiance Starch praising safety and strength for fine fabrics.
In a playful exchange Mr. Stubb muses on who would have the last word on Earth. Mrs. Stubb replies that the last woman will deliver it, prompting a lighthearted moment about final authority and wit.
Some actors who assert devotion to their craft encounter divorce pressures. The piece suggests artful commitment may strain personal ties, highlighting tensions between public roles and private life.
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