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The Progress in Shreveport, Louisiana

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Newspaper

The Progress

Location

Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1897

Page

5

Faith and danger of drink in a moral revival sermon

A religious speaker warns of the perils of intemperance quoting scripture and testimonies from recovering drinkers. He argues grace can curb both soul and body, urging urgent reform to avoid lives ruined and graves of drunkards. Also notes fashion forecasts and Miss Hattie Miller of Santa Barbara becoming a motorman, praising skill over force.

New York Christ God Hattie K. Miller Santa Barbara Cal

Wattean fashion folds for gowns and trims

The piece notes the wattean fold remains in vogue into next spring for ceremonial gowns. It describes ribbon trimming to create a wattean effect, prefers plain satin ribbon, and outlines fabrics like mull chiffon tarlatan and tulle for ball gowns. It mentions stiffened bows and decorative neck and waist flowers as current styling details.

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Miss Anna Millar Heads Chicago Orchestra Group

Miss Anna Millar holds a top managerial post with the Chicago Orchestral Association. She directs Theo­dore Thomas and his renowned corps of musicians and serves as administrator for the influential business leaders who back the orchestra, a role demanding notable business skill and tact.

Anna Millar Chicago Orchestral Association Theodore Thomas

The Home Garden Daily Plant Care Tips

Remove dead leaves daily and spray foliage to refresh plants and deter insects. Tie straggling growth to stakes and keep pots clean. Frequent turning prevents uneven growth and helps air quality in the room.

How Two Girls Made Money

Ruth Ashmore writes in The Ladies' Home Journal about two country girls turning earnings into opportunity. One bakes bread and biscuits, sells to neighbors, and crafts dainty treats for invalids, keeping prices fair and quality high. The other uses her dowry savings to start a garden business selling fresh produce to nearby boarding houses, planning expansion next summer.

Paris Ruth Ashmore Ladies’ Home Journal Avea Plante

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