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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1912
Page
8
The piece explains cross cultural mourning colors and practices from purple to white, notes American French and English contrasts, and details crape use for deep mourning including waterproof qualities, finishes, and the rental of veils and bonnets by milliners.
A detailed guide explains proper deep mourning attire for families after a death, including durations for widow, parent, and child losses, acceptable veiling styles, draping names like cascade and swirl, and restrictions on materials such as ostrich feathers, satin, and jewelry. The piece also notes propriety standards for public buildings and the role of milliners as advisers.
A collection of health epigrams stressing sanitation and domestic care. Emphasizes clean water, boiling bottles, ventilation, screens, and hygiene to prevent disease. Includes advice on preserving fruit and making jelly for desserts.
Housewife suggests ammonia dipped cloth to remove coat stains and whipping cream in a pitcher to clean faster. Reuses waxed cracker boxes as iron polishers and notes hinged sheet iron utensils for hot dish handling. Advises threading a needle to change lamp wicks and dusting books before cleaning the library, then airing bookcases before restocking.
A preserving hint suggests washing fruit and draining thoroughly. The note mentions Letcham Poa gatle pang on Berges brand new granite kettle or into one.
A fragment discusses portrayals of Indigenous people in games and costumes, noting reliance on stereotyped attire like feathered headdresses and tepees. It hints at social groups or clubs adopting such costumes for events and powwows, with references to Pocahontas imagery and beadwork.
A collection of pie fillings and crust techniques for Cherry Blackberry Red Raspberry Huckleberry Green Currant pies. Instructions cover stone cherries, sugar, flour, paste, top crust, baking temperatures, and finishing touches like whipped cream and nutmeg.
Advice on keeping garments and hats in good order after wear. Emphasizes sorting, shaking out dresses, restitching, and refreshing hat trimmings. Recommends organizing drawers, checking for crushed flowers, and reassembling mounts for easy use.
The article describes a summer bridal blouse for day wear. It favors a versatile blouse over a tailored gown, featuring hand embroidery cream net and Irish lace. Crochet bell patterns decorate the front and sleeves for a delicate finish suitable for dress occasions.
A writer argues against high heel fashion noting they harm posture and health. Heels three to four inches misalign balance, strain the legs, and can cause flat feet nerve and muscle issues. Louis XV style shoes are singled out as especially harmful.
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