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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1906
Page
7
The article discusses Jewish presence in American colleges and professions, arguing against claimed superiority while noting persecution shaped opportunity. It cites youth perseverance, contrasts urban advantage, and praises France's protections for workers, predicting other nations watch French reforms.
A Pittsburg buyer notes New York women use fewer pins making garments secure with buttons books eyes and tape. Boston pins flourish despite this, while a Pittsburg Dispatch criticizes the pin habit as unhealthy. A Canadians records show rapid bread making from grain assisted by a gasoline engine and threshing gear.
A wartime drill note describes Vedle Sam's troopers sharpening saber techniques. The training stresses discipline and readiness, though the saber is deemed less practical in actual combat compared with modern arms.
The article extols recent fur fashion trends for wartime wear with sealkin leading a renewed vogue alongside sable sealskin ermine milk and Persian lamb. It notes boleros evolving into new shapes with longer sleeves and protective features while gloves remain a consideration.
The article argues empire dresses will be the winter vogue as New York matistes affirm its appeal over regressive styles. It describes a pale blue voile gown with layered skirts, pointed reverses, lace trim, and a wide sash, and notes American fashion's growing influence despite European competition.
Long Island farmers chase Captain Kidd treasure rumors. Historians cite five ships captured and total plunder under 29 000 dollars. After expenses, Kidd’s share was small and he did not bury money along the Atlantic coast.
The article advises using Fuller's earth with a soft brush or cloth to clean hats parasols and chiffon while noting it preserves fabric delicacy. It suggests gasoline for lace and explains dipping, dipping, rolling, and pinning steps to remove soil before drying, emphasizing gentle handling and quick, repeated motions.
Fashion notes from the gay capital describe lace laden hats and embroidered scarves flooding garden party attire. Parisienne style blends elaborate chapeaus with delicate frocks, matching the refined yet varied looks for old chateaux gatherings and countryside garden settings.
A vivid description of garden party toilets featuring Irish lace, Brussels lace, and Venetian guipure. It notes pale ribbons, white fabrics, and elegant textures inspired by Queed Mab wings, with outfits by Pagain and Scuff for country house wear. An undertresa of crepe de chine completes the ensemble.
A fragment notes that 4¢ chine or mousseline de sole worn over a plated silk underdress is not deemed correct for mounting mussin or crepe de chine on silk. It urges placing supple material between to achieve the essential soft feel.
A column on gloves as a social guide, contrasting French, English, Scotch, and American habits. It critiques on streetwear versus home use, praising plain tailored attire with sturdy gloves while denouncing costly, ill-fitting pairs. It also notes decorative metal screens for tea lamps, valued more for beauty than utility.
Very attractive yellow pottery in shops features plain silver rims and quaint old English coaching scenes in black. Notable items include huge punch bowls and mugs, with dipper plates and platters also in the set.
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