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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1916
Page
5
A nineteen year old stenographer defends party wear in the office, sharing her experience with a manager who praised snappy dress but noted propriety. The column cites contrasting views from another employee and two firms opposing such attire, urging practical, work-appropriate clothing.
Advertises Magnolia Balm as a quick remedy for sunburn and tan, claiming it heals scorched skin, refreshes the face, leaves no powdery look, and makes users look and feel improved after outdoor use. Promotes buying from a druggist or by mail direct.
The article extols beauty through dancing and exercise to develop slender legs and attractive feet. It advises on proper shoes, frequent bathing, massage, hot salt baths, and Epsom salt baths to reduce swelling. It also includes reader questions about freckles and bust development with offered home remedies.
The column lists many Mobile and nearby residents arriving home from trips to Biloxi Greensboro New York Vermont Vermont Birmingham New Orleans and other places. It notes engagements visits and guests including families of Zom Johnson and McPherson along with local happenings and upcoming departures.
Mrs. Henry Saffre hosts a Saturday linen shower and Mrs. W. T. Naff plans another shower on Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Button entertain for the bridal party on Monday night after the rehearsal.
A writing table with stationery has been placed in the Tourist Welcome rooms for visitors. Postal views of local places are available, and a railroad and guide case furnished by the Southern Railway and Steamship Company provides information for tourists.
Rev Francis M Atchison of Whistler Methodist Church returns from Hobson where he led a revival. Johnnie Sheldt resigns from Kohl’s Café to resume studies at Barton Academy. Edna Gurganus returns home from Carbondate Missouri where she stayed with relatives. Whistler public school grounds prepared for opening Monday October 2.
A Manchester Pennsylvania resident cites Chamberlain's Colera and Diarrhoea Remedy as stopping chronic dysentery in an elderly patient. The testimonial claims the medicine halted discharges after a few doses and led to a complete cure with local residents supporting the assertion.
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