Puzzle of Clues Hidden in a Long Crossword
A cryptic puzzle states the solution will appear in the next issue. Readers are invited to solve a sprawling list of numbered clues ranging from anatomy to geography, with many entries cross-referencing common words and proper nouns.
Spring outfits feature long coats and tailored ensembles
A New York fashion note describes spring ensembles centered on long coats and coordinated dresses. Coats often reach the hem, with straight backs and occasional belt details. Plaits and wrap-around back sections define the tailoring, while dresses show inverted or side plaits near the skirt bottom.
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New York
Canadian Dry Goodsman
Kasha and Printed Silk Fabrics Featured for Dresses
Textile notes highlight kasha and printed silk as dominant materials in neutral and colorful designs. The fabrics are showcased for dresses and ensemble suits, emphasizing versatile use and style.
Common Fabrics and How They Got Their Names
A survey of fabric etymologies traces blanket origins to Thomas Blanket of England circa 1840 and explains shawl from Sala floor coverings. It links bandanna to Indian bind and dye knots, explains foulard from silk handkerchiefs, and notes jeans from Genoese coin usage.
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Thomas Blanket
England
Foulard
Jean
Tweed
Scotland
Pink Dominates Dance Frock Fashion This Season
The piece praises pink as the top color in varied tones from delicate apple blossom to deep sunset pink. Descriptions include a pale pink ribbon gown with silver accents and blue contrast, and a layered tulle frock fading from pale pink to fuchsia with silver lace petticoats and a fuchsia tafetta sash.
Jersey as a rival to cashmere in knitted outerwear
The piece discusses knitted fabrics gaining prominence in outerwear with blends like kasha plaid and striped flannels. Jersey is emerging as a serious competitor to cashmere, offering a closely knitted texture resembling woven fabric. It notes Chanel inspired two piece dresses and the appeal of redingote in knitted form and growing use of sleeveless styles with matching details.
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Jersey
Pink hat style for blond heads by famous milliner
A renowned milliner designs a large eri capeline hat for blond heads. It features a wide downturned brim in rose cyclamen tones, trimmed with matching ribbon and a single ribbon bow at one crown side.
Bejeweled Turbans Float New Spring Hats
A decorative fashion note describes a gold turban featuring exquisite embroidery and a lattice of paste stones. The round, close fitting crown emphasizes luxurious spring headwear.
Boudoir Pillows Bind Taffeta with Linen Tapes
Tiny boudoir pillows in taffeta are bound with linen tape in assorted colors. The tape forms conventional symmetrical designs, giving the decorative pieces a charming and colorful appearance.
Lightning risk by tree species and root depth
The weather bureau notes wide spreading and deep root systems make trees better lightning conductors and at higher risk. Open grown trees, moist soils, and loam or sandy ground increase danger, while chestnut maple alder and mountain ash fare better. Oak, elm, ash, poplar and gum are especially susceptible.
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Weather Bureau
United States Department of Agriculture
Europe
Bureau
Garden Wall Design and Exterior Woodwork Tips
The article advises matching garden walls to house materials and suggests options for frames such as cobbles lattice or fences. It notes gates and arches, hooded gateways, and ornamental pergolas. Exterior woodwork should be painted, preferably white, with white pine as common material and proper maintenance emphasized.
Knocker Not Popular As a Social Voice
The author argues the knocker exposes flaws but rarely earns lasting support while those who speak kindly and help others attract people and leave lasting, mourned impressions. The piece weighs the value of constructive criticism versus constant fault finding.
Betterment Called For In Village Development
The writer argues for active emulation of improvement in American villages, noting the end of pioneer days. As towns stabilize, they should define distinctive characteristics to raise property values and overall happiness through sustained betterment efforts.
Real Estate Boards Urge Clean Rail Rights of Way
At its Dallas Texas annual meeting the National Association of Real Estate Boards urged member boards to appoint strong committees to cooperate with railroads industries and civic bodies to convert roadside railroad rights of way into attractive city entrances and make favorable impressions on visitors and passersby.
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National Association of Real Estate Boards
Dallas
Texas
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