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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1910
Page
6
A jumble of stray clippings from Silver Messenger, mixing odd notes on crime and safety, fashion and morality, science, and local life. The fragments mention a Philadelphia man stealing a church roof, London police warnings, Halley’s comet, Yale students’ bodies, and Maine apple trees, all in a pasted-together style reflective of a noisy early 20th century page.
Alaska coal beds near Matanuska and Bering rivers show high grade semi bituminous and anthracite possibilities with potential for coke production. The fields cover about 900 square miles with 46% bearing rocks, but no mining yet due to transport limits. Rail connections to Pacific ports are deemed essential for full development and regional economic impact.
Julia Bottomley notes the season demands practical summer auto wear. The roomy coat-dress dominates, with pongee linen and washable brill iantine fabrics, Madagascar bonnets, and dainty gloves to keep wearers chic yet protected. Old lace, shawls, and drapery remain in fashion as Empress Josephine silhouettes reappear abroad.
The Mecca of the Fat examines Marienbad as a summer resort loved by English visitors once linked to King Edward. Once obscure, its waters gained fame for aiding appetite and figure, turning the spa into a famous European destination. The Abbey of Tepl owns the springs, with Goethes earlier visit noted.
A description of a children's coat featuring a panel front with pleated lower front, plain upper section, and a waistband fastening. Suggested fabric options include Serge or cloth with velvet or satin facing on the collar, and a fine straw hat trimmed with velvet or roses. Materials list includes 3 yards 48 inch width, six buttons, and a yard of silk or velvet.
When removing ribbon from gilt corset covers, fasten a piece of twine at one end and pull through, then take off the ribbon leaving the string in the corset cover while it is being laundered. By tying the ribbon to the other end again it can be pulled back into place. Also notes that many new frocks feature overskirts ranging from short eprom to long drapery.
A short guide praises keeping coats on hangers and offers DIY substitutes from wrapped paper or newspaper rolls with string loops for hanging. It notes that rolled paper maintains shape, waistlines look better stored, and traveling cases benefit from compact, improvised hangers. It suggests selling ready made hangers and silk threads for carrying bags.
A vintage description details a delicate white frock with a pink satin flounce trim along the upper edge. The bodice joins the skirt with translucent chiffon satin ties and a spray of pink silk flowers. Rosebuds on green ribbon dangle from near the neckline to the skirt, with related pink silk accents on sleeves and shoulders.
A textile note describes a chamois cushion with a pattern cut out for work. It features a rich brown antin finish, a brown silk edge cord, and a finished round edge. The top of the cushion displays a conv marking for careful or careless work.
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