Grade Crossings to Be Removed on Federal Aid Highways
The United States Department of Agriculture outlines a policy to eliminate grade crossings on federal aid roads where feasible, favoring bridges or underpasses and relocating roads to one side of rail lines. Railroads often bear half the bridge or underpass costs, with the aim of saving lives, though some increased construction expenses are expected. In three years ending 1920, 3,636 lives were lost nationwide.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Public Roads
Dong
American Association of To
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United States
Apparatus for Reclaiming Oil Cuts Motorist Bills
An oil reclaiming device distills lighter lubricants to remove abrasive matter and restore lubrication. The system reduces waste by recycling used crankcase oil, extending engine life and lowering maintenance costs for motorists. A garage setup accepts old oil and grants an allowance toward new oil.
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Dargely
Automobile News Dite Stop Automobiles News
The text provides unsafe car care advice including washing with cold water, rinsing near gasoline, and improper use of ammonia. It mentions avoiding water near fuel and warns that steam or heat can spread fire. It also references a mechanic with vague tips about wheels and valve extensions.
To Wear Cottons and Cotton Crepe Fabrics in 1922 Fashion
A Paris fashion note explains cotton crepes and sheer cotton fabrics are returning to popularity. Manufacturers show white cottons with embroidered patterns and Rodier fabrics featuring floral designs in multiple threads. Swiss rouslin remains a favorite in subtle dot patterns, with diverse shades shown in American markets.
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Paris
Kodier
Rodier
Farisie Fine
CHIC HAT FOR SPRING WEAR BRIGHT COLORS AND DOTS
Bright greens blues and reds enliven spring hats with numerous dots in varied sizes. Organdies echo silk tones, colors drawn from a silk card, and stamped floral geometrical and block designs resemble delicate silks in cotton.
Evening Gown Highlights Modern Hoop Skirt Style
The latest in evening wear features a white lace over white crepe gown presenting a modern hoop skirt interpretation for the upcoming season. A white baronette bodice is paired with pastel brocade accents, reflecting contemporary styling.
Old Clock Reuse Becomes Picture Frame Ornament
A vintage lime brass or ornate clock no longer runs can be repurposed by removing the glass crystal panel and inserting a photograph before reseating it as a decorative mantel display. Also noted is a schoolyard exchange where a teacher asks John if he fought on the way to school, and he replies that they moved yesterday and he had to carry the cat. Abhish is also not beautiful because it overdoes it.
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Wteason
John
Cravats for Street Suits by Jenny Collection
Jenny unveils a new cravat style to wear with street suits. A soft separate collar wraps the neck, crosses at the back, knots at the front, and falls with streamers to the knees, with embroidered ends beneath the coat. It harmonizes with coat tones, often in black velvet or beige satin. A pocketed draped gown features a side pocket holding a linen handkerchief matching embroidery.
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Jenny
Of Interest to Women Styles for Spring Attire and Hats
The article outlines spring fashion for women featuring dimity blouses trimmed with gingham, percales and ginghams in house dresses, embroidery and applique details, and short skirts seven to nine inches above the ground. It notes hats with medium crowns and medium brims, a back-narrowed brim trend, and varied new spring coats with braids.
Ribbon as Dress Fabric Showcased This Season
Women explore ribbon for dress fabrics with low evening gowns featuring ribbon panels and edge trimmings. Coats and linings use satin or crepe de chine with colorful ribbons. A couture dinner ensemble showcased gold and brocaded ribbon across front panels with a waist sash and cascade drapery in chiffon.
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Howe
Tibbon
Silk scraps craft: simple piecing with color blocks
Old notes describe making decorative items from small gayly colored silk scraps. Use square color blocks and occasional stripes. Patchwork covers and linings suggested, with feather stitch and circular quilt pieces for a cohesive reverse side.
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Deslice
Oamerely
Celer
Accident at White’s house leaves servant blown through roof
Reading the paper reveals a note about an accident at White’s residence. A servant girl reportedly sprinkled gunpowder in the fire and was blown through the roof. Mrs White has faced repeated departures without notice as two other girls have left. The voice on the line notes little happening, and discussions include the hallways being used.
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White
Home Malliner Hen Walhiner Fashion Description
A garbled description of Home Malliner markets offering varied materials and fabrics. It notes crowns, bands, and stitched effects, with emphasis on new fabric by the yard and produced garments. The text highlights jet and ent stepped dead combinations and a novel orlloghane fabric as notable items.
Escaped an Operation Vital for Every Woman
Decatur report quotes Mrs. J A W Bell who says she was broken in body and spirit and despaired until she refused surgery and used Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery. She asserts improvement after following bottle directions and recommends obtaining remedies from local druggists or writing to Dr Pierce in Buffalo, NY for free medical advice.
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Decatur
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