08 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1907
Page
1
A guide to hall decor emphasizes a neat entry sets a positive tone for the home. Recommend a stair carpet, wall coverings in matching tones, draperies, and minimal furniture including an umbrella stand chair chest and mirror with hooks. Formal pictures chosen sparingly. summer or suburban homes allow broader treatment.
A detailed description outlines wall coverings moldings and colors including brown durable cloth, two tone buff paper, cream ceiling paper, hardwood floor with harmonizing rugs, and a sim me colonial straight staircase. It covers placement of pictures, wire hangers, and mantelpieces, plus best use of filet lace front door drapery frames and easy cleaning of lace panels.
The article discusses summer belts matching linen and silk outfits, noting soft kid leather, floral embroidery, and dual buckles for some styles. It advises women to own several belts for tailored suits and white linen outfits, including jeweled or silver ceintures, with wide satin ribbon belts featuring large buckles for empire-inspired and short-waisted frocks.
A fashion note describes a sleeve style called Jap effect in striped alk coats. The design merges the sleeve and underarm in one piece, differing from traditional Japanese sleeves by following the arm’s line. An empire vest of embroidered taffeta with scalloped edges lies beneath, edged with lace braid piping.
A reflection on human nature from the Eton College Chronicle arguing that turning away at envy would spare much amusement. The quote suggests that overhearing foolish gossip invites judgment and amusement rather than offense.
A dainty dressing table tidy is described with three slender wood sticks held by pink satin ribbon bows. The pale linen tidy, shaped like a pocket, hides combings and is edged with white cord, finished at the front with a pink rose and embroidered leaves. Linen is chosen for washability and replacement.
Lingerle offers oval linen pin cushion covers for dressing tables. They are hand embroidered with frilled edges outlined in Valenciennes lace, fastened with tiny buttons, and easily laundered. Sold for eight dollars.
The most modish lace pairing this year blends Valenciennes with filet. Lighter lace edges filet patterns or appears as entre deux in the heavier lace. Typically a heavy Valenciennes pairs with a light filet, replacing last season’s Irish and Velenaigenes styles.
In a college tale of rivalry, Bill Wing, a stellar pitcher, outshines Josiah Sneech, a bookish failure doomed to a dim postgrad life. Eleven years later a wealthy observer reads of Wing’s decline while Sneech’s comeback as a lawyer unfolds in headlines.
A brief exchange from Youth's Companion humorously notes that learning to play a horn may harm singing ability. The band leader jokes about losing a once praised bass voice after taking up horn playing, while a neighbor questions the trade off and shares his past opinion of the vocalist. The tale highlights quirky consequences of musical study.
President Kingsley outlines NY Life administration aims including strict economy and broad publicity. He envisions the company remaining a global institution while expanding business under law with policy-holders' interests paramount. A farmer offers shelter to a weary hobo, praising open-air health and simple virtues.
A brusque North of Ireland country doctor blocks a bog returning woman and her loaded ass in a narrow boreen. He snaps that women and asses are always in the way, but the old woman retorts that they put him last, and he drives on without further remark.
A four year old girl invited three older friends into an ice cream parlor and ordered four plates of cream. After eating she left without paying. When challenged she replied with innocence that she would pay when she is married.
A reader recounts relief from headaches nervousness and biliousness after quitting coffee for Postum Food Coffee. She notes family and neighbors also improved, with continued use eliminating stomach and nervous trouble and praising Postum as a caffeine substitute. Look for the booklet The Head to Wellville.
A reflective critique argues education underpins democracy yet questions teaching methods and the grade system. It laments rote schooling, urges flexible advancement, and recalls the common school as a noble commonwealth serving humanity.
A discussion on rural and urban upbringing shaping American leaders. The author argues that a small city with rural roots offers the best mix of advantages from both environments, providing light, air, and exercise along with city training in commerce and finance for future success.
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