Self-Commencer Won’t Commence A Witty Car Advice Column
An automotive column discusses the stubborn self starter, urging careful diagnosis of faults from loose battery terminals to worn brushes. It warns motorists to study the instruction book and not rely on quick movie fixes, noting many failures come from simple, overlooked issues.
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B. W. Cooke
Coyne Trade and Engineering School
Gine
Ahap
Charlie Chaplin
Jack Dewpsey
Traffic Census Urges Morning Start to Avoid Roads
A Bureau of Public Roads traffic census on a highly traveled U S road recommends starting trips early to dodge congestion. Lowest traffic occurs between 2 and 3 a m with a peak around 2 to 3 p m and a Sunday surge about twice weekday levels.
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Bureau of Public Roads
United States
United States Department of Agriculture
Ravelock
Brace Holds Fenders Rigidity for Quieter Cars
Popular Mechanics describes a three quarter inch steel brace for light automobile fenders to stop rattling noises. The device uses threaded ends, nuts and pipe wedges to clamp front and rear fenders and also supports the license plate, reducing vibration and noise.
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Popular Mechanics
Three Piece Garments Show Cape Line Blouse Flow
Sleeveless garments on Cape lines with undulating fullness and flowing sleeves unlock new three piece costume ideas. The blouse and suit relationship remains central with jackets added for tailored frock effects. Various fabrics and trim create diverse ensembles.
Charm White Crepe Dress Styles Highlight Sleeve Emphasis
Fashion notes describe spring mode with white and black color notes. Three piece costumes feature sleeve emphasis with seven eighths jacket sleeves revealing long blouses beneath. Knicker type outfits gain traction, pairing with tucked in shirts for a tailored finish.
Afternoon dress with salmon crepe and crystal beadwork
An afternoon dress of brilliant faille crepe features a salmon crepe underlay visible in a slit on the right side. Salmon crystal beads embellish the embroidery. A long puffed sleeve runs from the shoulder, trimmed in salmon crepe, creating an attractive design.
Wear Hand Painted Dresses Mark New Fashion Note
Hand painted decorations replace embroidery on selected organdie dresses with bouquets painted to resist washing. Fashion observes tiny wearers will sport wide hems, with four inches as a practical minimum, except for buttonholed and embroidered frocks featuring scalloped edges and floral motifs.
Tan Underwear Sparks Fad Among Women Shoppers
The piece notes strong female demand for tan underwear described as delicate and lighter than previous dark hosiery. It mentions fabrics georgette or washable satin and mentions color accents like wisteria, Mary blue ribbons, and occasional ecru. The tone reflects a fashion brief from a period publication.
Veils of chiffon and lace for spring fashion
Veils described as practical yet stylish for spring, featuring chiffon and openwork net. Emphasizes headwear fit, face protection, and shade tones from tan to white. Mentions versatile wear with dresses and belts, praising the flattering outlines and appealingness of light veils.
Swat Em Read Hag and Jay Workers Dubbed Worst Auto Enemies
A tongue in cheek debate labels two modern hazards as prime threats to automobiling. The phrases Swat Em Read Hag in motor vehicles and Jay workers on highways are cited as the era’s worst foes to safe driving and smooth travel.
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London
Paris
Paria Auto
Swat
Jay
Highwase
Velvet Girdle Accessory Pops Up In French Imports
A fashion note describes a twisted velvet girdle in red velvet strips cut from a French import. Colors shift through shades, tied into a bulky knot at the side, with velvet ends cascading to the hem. The piece is paired with a black lace gown and leather trimmings, showing varied color combinations.
Voues for Children's Frocks and Beasts of Woolen Textiles
Fragmentary description of children's frocks and accessories including heart motifs, bead decorations, and a red hag-like item. Mentions various fabrics and colors with unclear actions or events.
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Paseors-Br
Historic Recipe Fragment Shows Untidy Pastiche of Dishes
A jumble of archival cookbook text presents multiple dish names and instructions, including stuffed onions, braised cabbage, ham and tomato toast, fruit cocktails, Epictetus quotes, and several codfish and herring preparations. The scattered lines mix measurements, ingredients, and errors, suggesting a damaged page of culinary notes with notable items like onion stuffed halves, white sauce fish dishes, and a fruit cocktail recipe, all tangled with editorial flourishes.
Change of Life Woman's Trial in Metropolis
Mrs Evata Conver, Metropolis Illinois, reports eight months of illness began during change of life. After using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills, she recovered enough to work, walk miles, and feel hale. She notes relief from nervousness irritability hot flashes headaches and dizziness. Neighbors also benefited. Depend on Lydia Pinkham's product.
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Metropolis
Illinois
Lydia Pinkham
Evata Converr
7Th St
Ilinois
Lydia
Pinkham
Out of the Mouths of Babes Hymn Gaffe Goes Viral
A playful anecdote shows a child misnaming a well known hymn figure. The youngster calls a bear Gladly and answers questions about Nero with a humorous mishearing. Her teacher probes, and the girl responds with a quip that swaps lyrics for a comic turn.
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Nero
A Lone Exception in a Cold Cash Offer
A Birmingham Age Herald note quotes a credulous citizen reflecting on a recurring sales pitch offering easy riches. He recalls one incident where a handler explained the scheme, and he returned the cash without accepting the dubious deal.
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Birmingham Age Herald
Costly Language in a Palatial Home
A man laments costly college expenses amid luxury at a blazing fire. He points to a line item stating "For Scotch, $2507" as part of the mounting bills, while his fiendish companion sips liqueur and listens to the scolding notes of excessive costs.
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London Answers
Taft Quotes Twain Story and Silent Leaders at Dinner
Chief Justice Taft praised strong silent leaders at a dinner, noting Edison Ford and Lincoln as examples. A friend referenced a Mark Twain quip about talkative men, while Twain reportedly replied about having escaped. The remarks touched on cooperation, wealth, and profiteering.
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Taft
Edison
Henry Ford
Lincoln
Mr. Taft
Mark Twain
Gabriell
Mark
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