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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1909
Page
6
A collage of snippets covers Amherst Nova Scotia electricity from coal mine byproducts, a Wisconsin professor on child nature, New Jersey oddities, theater exits in New York, a Purify rock salt process, a New York criminal trial juror policy, and reflections on American work life versus leisure.
A historical note outlines four propagation methods for selected alfalfa: open-field seed propagation with pedigree and selection rows, vegetative propagation from cuttings in greenhouse and nursery setups, and close-pollinated seed with manual or mechanical pollination methods. It discusses genetic testing across generations and the need to avoid foreign pollen contamination. It also describes practical steps for cuttings and hand pollination efficiency.
A farmer discusses varied grain feeds for hens noting preferences for wheat or corn, the balance of a hen’s own ration, and the premium of green cut bone when available. He cites beef scrap rising in price, its convenience, concentration, and potential role as a top egg-producing feed option while comparing it to butchers’ refuse and green cut bone.
The article details three designs including a practical walking costume with a high neck coat and fur necklet, a lace and net blouse with tucked yoke, and an indoor royal blue cashmere dress with passementerie trim. It lists fabrics and buttons for each outfit.
A fashion note explains adding deep decorative borders to solid color fabrics for short curtains. Borders can be purchased and attached by simple stitching or coarse yarn for a bold contrast. Foundation colors are deep or natural crash tones to harmonize with room decor.
Rejoicing grows over dainty cross bar muslin being used more for ladies wear. Heavy thread in the weave lengthens garment use and enhances finery. Garments from this fabric pair with plain sheer materials like painsock.
An embroiderer outlines guidelines for initial embroidery on lingerie. Do not use non cotton fabrics for embroidery, only cotton. If the material is cotton, use cotton threads such as linen for padding if needed. When padding is required, use the same thread as in the main embroidery for consistency.
A strong revival of colored embroidery appears on linen towels with dull blue, brown, pink and faded green initials. The initials are placed in the middle or end of the towel and can be done at home by beginners.
Clever women adapt old gowns by layering a separate tunic made from net chiffon lace or embroidered satin over the bodice. The back seam and waist drape create a seamless fusion, lowering the waistline and producing an Empire silhouette perfect for winter smart frocks.
Turban notes describe round crowned turbans in straw as favorites for spring. Satin trimming, cords, and the allflower model are discussed with varying success on large turbans. A flat crowned, tall black straw style features a velvety edge and a large rosette. Narrow quill patterns and small rose bunches decorate front centers. Low turbans with black lace veils are noted.
The piece notes the fad of marking belongings with monograms. It highlights a bride with initials on towels and describes a versatile monogram design adaptable to various articles through hand embroidery on white cotton. It suggests sizes and uses for linens lingerie parasols gloves stockings table covers and scarfs.
The article describes exquisite centerpiece embroidery using coronation braid with solid stitches and French knots. A row of heavy stem stitch sits inside buttonholed edges with uneven scallops and a second row resembling a half inch further inside.
White suede is the preferred glove material for the top events, valued for its style and grip. The article notes its popularity among athletes and guests, highlighting its association with luxury and performance.
A Vienna West Virginia woman credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing years of illness after doctor visits failed. She urges other women to try the remedy and notes countless testimonials on file at the Pinkham laboratory in Lynn Massachusetts.
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