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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1923
Page
4
Features and trends in afternoon wear focus on casual yet graceful draping, with black crepe de chine tops shaping bodices and hip lines. Describes fabrics such as crepe de chine, georgette, satin, brocades, and knits, with embroidery, beadwork, and applique as common decorations.
Readers are advised on gift ideas for Christmas with a focus on dressmaking trims. Embroideries in white or color sold by the yard can adorn collars cuffs and bands. Sets feature net lace and sheer fabrics finished with embroidery and decorative stitches.
Mrs. Leona Culpepper of 17 Lucile Avenue, a trained nurse for fifteen years, credits Tanlac with alleviating years of nervous indigestion and loss of appetite. She reports rapid improvement after one bottle, total gain of sixteen pounds after three, and urges others to try Tanlac sold by reputable druggists.
An advertisement touts five cent Danderine as a tonic that tones neglected scalps and revives falling or dull hair. It claims to reduce dandruff and itching, improve strength and color, without stickiness, and suggests drug stores carry the product. The piece closes with a reflective question about the good old days and youthful memories.
Local ad promotes dyeing services for worn and shabby garments and draperies turning them new again using period color treatments.
Housewives will appreciate hot dish and utensil holders made of bright cretenne padded with woolen cloth. A hanging container is provided so they can be hung near the kitchen stove for convenient use.
Advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as simple to use for dyeing or tinting worn items. Claims directions suit any woman even if she has never dyed before. Encourages choosing any color at the drug store.
A clipped reflection notes that men tout themselves in courtship and after marriage, while their prayers for relief come when ill and they swear at high medical bills. It closes with a wry sense that a good mood invites being taken advantage of.
A vintage advertisement touts Castoria as a safe, pleasant substitute for Castor Oil Paregoric Teething Drops and soothing syrups with over 80 years of use. It claims no narcotics and provides directions on each package endorsed by physicians.
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