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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1913
Page
3
A fragment outlines old washing methods for garments. It warns against boiling silk and harsh heat, recommends quick washing and thorough rinsing, and notes damp ironing. Instructions cover blouses of wool, flannel, and silk, with specifics on temp, soap, and finishing touches.
Parisiennes wear fur collars with lace and velvet to elevate coats and suits. Short fur bands encircle the throat, tied with white satin, with lace frills and plaits at top and bottom. Fur strips may center velvet or fur, edged by knife-plait frills, and lined with white satin. Some wear velvet bows and buckles. hints include using blue or brown satin bands, with plaited frills attached to collar edges. A note on cleaning felt hats with stiff brush dipped in a solvent is included.
Put a few grains of rice in the salt shaker to prevent clogs in damp weather. After washing dishes with onions or leeks, warm in the oven ten to fifteen minutes to remove odor. Sift a little flour into the pan to prevent fat from splattering when frying eggs or similar foods. Before sealing jelly tumblers, cut white paper to fit inside, dip in alcohol or brandy, and place on top to prevent mold.
Winter care for succulent plants and aloes shows they remain healthy with winter sun and open air during summer. Ivy grows profusely almost anywhere when kept indoors, while decorative terraria of snails offer appealing miniature scenes. The text notes a tailored worn skirt and a tailored blouse outfit pair with a bell shaped hat, describing a long waist style.
The text describes heating paraffin wax in an old container and pouring it over jelly to seal. It cautions to avoid spills on the table or tray and emphasizes controlled pouring to prevent mess or waste.
The article outlines several peanut sandwich ideas including pounding or chopping peanuts and spreading with buttered bread, moistened with olive oil, and mixed into mayonnaise with cheese. It also suggests using a biscuit cutter to form round bread, topping with whipped cream and mashed peanuts for a sweet afternoon snack.
The article discusses air purification in sickrooms noting open windows as best but impractical. It suggests alternatives such as burning a rolled newspaper or a tablespoon of vinegar ignited over an alcohol lamp to improve air quality.
A fragmented notice discusses the phrase fire water and explains its claimed origin among Indians. It asserts whisky was mixed with water to make it more portable for trade and overland transport, suggesting traders favored this method to reduce quantity and create a stronger effect.
Oddities describe animal traits with mistaken terms and playful misstatements. It mentions high body temperatures in swallows, predatory eyes emitting light, and various misdescriptions of fish and reptiles. The text fabricates peculiar facts, blending zoological flair with errors.
Maori housewives in New Zealand adopt fireless cookers as fuel and time savers. They use improvised devices like a lex basket or hat to heat meals in steam vents, creating an effective oven and even aiding washing. The article notes their resourcefulness with volcanic heat sources.
A terse dialogue unfolds with phrases about kissing and eating, suggesting a tense family or personal conflict. The speakers reference a father and a location or name that seems garbled, leaving a fragmentary, cryptic scene. The exchange hints at coercion or taboo themes without clear resolution.
In a snowbound Massachusetts scene Tom Mowbray guides a sleigh down a frozen hill as Miss Jessie Boone travels with old Mr Figgins’ cutter. A missed whistle from the Boston express forces a perilous rescue, leaving Mowbray with a broken arm but a proud, protective gesture toward the girl.
A chaotic classroom scene shows a blindfolded pupil selecting a partner by voice as the teacher directs a variety of voice exercises and games. The episode highlights playful instruction and student engagement during an unfamiliar improvisational drill.
Fragmented text mentions wares about preparation for a notable event and a reference to Pet and Rae amid unclear dates. It references a rainy TEL event and a change, with garbled lines suggesting a debate on manners and a possible pact. Names Kehoe and Woriu appear amid the unclear material.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions names and places with missing context. It references Carolina and multiple individuals but provides no coherent event, date, or outcome to summarize into a factual news item. The readable bits do not establish a clear subject or action.
Ida stopped teasing Polly and repaid the girl’s unkindness by breaking her doll. A mother accuses a neighbor of harsh words as the tale unfolds with punishment and a Gibbs-like clash. The parrot Betty is damaged and later mended but never speaks again.
The company divides into players each selecting an imaginary instrument. One may pick a flute, another a piano, a harp, or trumpet. The conductor guides the ensemble as players improvise, with the leader striking a note and the others following. The scene centers on coordination and playful sound making.
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