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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
7
Fragmentary overheard conversation features Jessie Sherwin and others in a playful, rustic setting. The text hints at social banter around an upcoming event, with mood shifts and inserted names suggesting a local community scene.
In a crowded scene at Hope ground Mary navigates affections among Albert Milne and Etta Vincent. Tensions rise as Albert pursues Etta, Milne resents the match, and Mary wrestles between loyalty and love during a sunlit afternoon.
A revival of gingham appears in fashion as a luxury reimagining of the classic checked fabric. Designers present a refined, upscale version that elevates the storied pattern beyond its traditional American roots.
The piece discusses afternoon frocks in yellow taupe and organdie with velvet trims as fashion shifts toward polka dots and gingham. It notes climate influences on fabrics from cotton lawn to silk and references outfits for garden parties and open weddings, highlighting belts and decorative stitching as style tools.
A young miner married and gave his wife one dollar for first week expenses. She accepted cheerfully and they lived simply but abundantly. In the second week he offered only half a dollar, prompting a sharp reply from his wife.
A curious historical land transaction in Tokyo involves lease by Baron Toshinaga Okubo to Baron making office partners. The arrangement, despite no profit motive, results in a Helgian regation site now valued around 106000 dollars. An unrelated scientific note reports a metal discovery showing nickel deposits enabling hammering and bending without cracking in sheet form.
A fragmented critique questions the virtuosity of a musician’s performance. The voice mocks pretensions and notes disputes over payment including a forged check, with a judge later ruling on the matter.
Fragment shows a muttered remark about spoiling the first week, attributed to a person in Philadelphia Ledger text. The garbled line hints at a conflict or incident but lacks concrete details, making precise reporting difficult.
A fragment notes marriage as an institution affecting property and social duties, with terse remarks on ownership and duty. The text alludes to electricity and personal relationships, suggesting a cultural critique of marriage and asset protection in a bygone era.
In this sewing note a watchful needlewoman recycles crash toweling into a fudge apron and a long narrow crash bag. The fudge apron uses three quarters of a yard for the front with shoulder straps and blue blanket stitching. A second apron design and a curved mending bag create functional keepsakes from remnants.
The article extols washable adjustable collars and cuffs as vital wardrobe basics for travel and limited outfits. It notes fabrics like ecru sh and wool are easy to clean, with machine stitching and covered buttons for a neat look. The piece emphasizes practical, presentable dress accessories.
A rough guide on coloring rugs and carpets using household stains and dyes. It explains choosing dye colors like light blue or tan, mixing with water or gasoline, applying with a scrub brush, and rinsing. It warns not to dye too dark and suggests blotting and drying the rug after treating spots.
An instructional sheet explains saving time and avoiding trouble by directing waste water from refrigerators into a hose or funnel setup. The device uses a bored bale to fit the funnel, enabling the refrigerator to be rolled out without disturbing the apparatus.
Bakota Farmer notes a drain hose may be used to feed the cellar drain if a connection is free. The fragmentary text suggests discussion of plumbing and drainage setup.
The article describes light summer outfits including short shirts reminiscent of Russian blouses and peplums worn over shirts. Lace berths and dainty silks appear in frocks with bold pocket details. It notes new boudoir caps shaped like children's bonnets with chin ties and mentions striped parasols and butterfly trimmed hats under white tulle for protection.
A short coat in black and white check fabric features a simulated cape at the back and epamel black braid trim. It buttons on the left with a tab through a large slot, a cascaded collar, and a voluminous wrap skirt attached at the hem, suggesting future fashion prosperity.
Smooth back the hair with curls at the nape or crown and soft puffs at the crown. Wavy or straight styles feature middle parts, ear curls, and French knot touches. Bands of colored glass beads form shoulder straps on pink tulle and olive lace evening gowns.
Spaced tacks add distinction to quilt or blanket protectors stamped for embroidery. They cost 85 cents and use sheer lawn strips to cover the quilt head. Patterns are simple and suitable for white or tin colored cotton threads. A Fifth Avenue display drew attention to a brown satin dress with bias skirting and a white organdie petticoat.
A frugal project describes converting a small two fold clothes horse into a hanging screen. It covers draping with silk, enamel color for accents, tassels and nails, with silks fastened and pockets crafted over the lower screen. Details include brass nails, braid, and brass ball finials from hardware stores.
The article highlights summer hats with medium brims and upstanding bouquets of flowers, including loghoern erin and hemp. It notes dower crowns with curtain costumes, wreaths, and ribbon trims. New petticoats feature full ruches and skirts shaped with wired seams for movement.
The article outlines popular patchwork quilt designs and fabric patterns such as Simyla motifs blue and white rose and white chambray and four patches on white backgrounds. It also describes pale pink calico rose shadow greens and a blue French rose motif for curtains with stenciled outlines and light embroidery for a shadowy effect.
Fabrics favored for Easter include black satin and taffeta with crepe and chiffon accents. Designers highlight taffeta, satin, and silk blends for gowns, capes, wraps, and box coats with embroidery, prints, and metallic details. The Boston designer scene features velvets and crepes, pleated shawls, and tailored wraps in blue, black, and green, signaling modern gallant styling.
Embroidered chifton and chiffon in xt color or contrasting hue appear in large floral patterns, often paired with plain taffeta or crepe for elegant afternoon dresses. The article notes versatile use in ensembles and fashion emphasis on decorative embroidery.
An article outlines begonias especially Rex begonias for window boxes with attractive foliage and good flowering under suitable conditions. Ferns, golder leaves, aspidistrata, and other plants are discussed, with notes on light, temperature around 65 to 60 degrees at night, and care. A stray golf cap model description and a child’s frock fragment appear in the text.
The letter argues for forming the Authors League of America with strong backing from editors and publishers. It contends authors should unite to improve pay and working conditions, citing past struggles of writers and the need to balance creative reward with market realities while benefiting both established and lesser-known authors.
Professor Dawahl Riehtar of Vienna’s University for Agriculture predicts nettle fiber could replace imported cotton, with ammonia initially used to separate fiber but costly. Water fin separation lowers costs, spurring government support and proposed cultivation even in peacetime.
A parent recalls how their second child’s red hair drew remarks at social events. While preparing a dinner, the caregiver brushed the baby's hair and the child asked about the hair’s origin, prompting a light exchange about the find.
Medical statistician Jacques Bertillon notes wounds kill at under 20 per 1000 now versus 45 per 1000 previously while soldiers’ exposure builds resilience and double endurance compared to last year. The piece blends quotes on practical man and reflections on commitment and marriage.
A 1918 era discussion predicts a surge of foreign war widows to America after European conflicts. It analyzes how immigrant women might find husbands among American cowboys and miners, proposing colonies for war widows to own farms and a matrimonial propaganda effort to attract partners from various nations.
recounts a voyage from Liverpool where a ship’s sailing was postponed two days after passengers were notified. the vessel delayed at the dock then sailed at night under admiralty orders. the author, king davis, describes the suspenseful wartime crossing and the plan to avoid submarines.
A report recalls a flock owned by Mr Berryman that swam the North Fork of the White River while being moved from Arkansas to Missouri. The incident, cited by CH Hammond and others, suggests sheep can swim though the purpose and voluntariness remain unclear.
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