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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1907
Page
8
An article extols the craft of making fine underwear at home, stressing dainty handwork and precise fitting. It describes corset covers, gowns, and drawers, highlighting fabrics like nainsook and Valenciennes lace, and presents several plate illustrations of patterns and trims for various garments.
Beads shine again in costumes with necklaces replacing long chains. Coral and Japanese coral gain favor, with white and pale pink tones. crystal between colored beads enhances the look. Gold beads in graduated sizes complete necklets, while tiny bead hair nets charm the young, with beadwork valued for its versatility and subtle elegance.
Odd fragmentary notice describes new tailor made suits using Tangh Tussore and silk blends with semi dissected jackets and pearl buttons. It details a dull rose silk coat and pink accessories, claiming charm for outing wear though price guidance is missing.
Seams knotted beloved and falling over the shoulders often are substituted for the starta of silk. This fragment notes fabric and style substitutions with cautious wording and historical tone.
A new Monotone wedding dress features dark silk panels and a triple box plait front. The gown long bodice uses a jumper neck, scalloped embroidered hem, and heavy braid embellishments plus a pyramidal braided front panel.
This article describes a two piece watch stand foundation using dark green or brown wood with a silk ribbon embroidered top. A brass hook suspends the watch from a central top plate, while the base is secured by two stained wood supports and decorative tacks.
Old Orchard Maine station agent William Fernald keeps a unique scrapbook listing every local appendicitis case, noting hospital stays, operations, recoveries, and deaths. The scrapbook includes Fernald’s own operation clippings, plans for an appendicitis club, and preserved vial of his appendix.
In a Des Moines letter to Hon John Downie F A Miller of the Milwaukee railroad notes the state will not receive reduced convict or guard passes and must pay full fare for state travel. Transfer plans from Anamosa to Fort Madison under reformatory law and contract terms draw attention as the board seeks to move inmates and adjust rates. The Des Moines case against Home Savings and other banks ends with the Supreme Court ruling bonds exempt from state taxation. The Bank examiner reports a $200000 shortage at Seymour, while the state board opts for semi annual purchases of supplies to improve efficiency.
The state railroad commission plans to readjust distance tariff rates for general commodities and readjust classifications for classes like Pratt lumber livestock and coal. The move includes dropping the second decimal in distances and a broader schedule readjustment discussed with the manufacturers’ association in Des Moines. Separately Auditor B F Carroll has filed suit to appoint a receiver for Town German Mutual Insurance Association, alleging insolvency and contract failure. The association is led by BR W Hollenbeck with AR B Hollenbeck and S W Flint as officers, and operates on mutual fire and tornado insurance plans amid rising assessments. Matt Hunter, a convict who filled Homer Holland’s position, is reportedly improving and being treated in the insane department. Investigations into freight rate discrimination persist as towns push back against larger centers, with potential recourse to the interstate commerce commission if voluntary fixes fail. Theodore Shonts has offered scholarships for the Christian Institution, providing annual support of about $2,600 system-wide.
St Paul Louis Warren Mill known as Louis W Hill, son of James J Hill, born in St Paul 26 years ago, Yale graduate 1893. He rose to presidency of Great Northern and foresaw land riches on the Duluth range. Married 1901 to Miss Maule Van Cortlandt Taylor. He and wife live at J J Hill home, indulge in outdoor sports and autumn motor trips in the Dakotas. Louis resembles his father, with red-brown hair and a stocky figure, modest dress, and varied hats.
A reported offer of about 2 million for Temple Emanu El on Fifth Avenue and Forty third Street was rejected. Congregation members said the temple is not for sale despite its status as a wealthy institution with income well above needs. The present temple cost about 160,000 to build.
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