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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
8
A Victorian craft notice describes heavy cartridge paper albums to hold unmounted photos and postcards. Cards and photographs are displayed with decorated covers featuring captions like “Album” or “Post Cards.” Sewing with silk cord and glue secures pages, and covers may bear watercolor art or printed captions.
A design sketch describes a laundry bag with a washable white sateen front and embroidered back lettering, featuring a thick edge and removable garland bows. It notes the bag is intended for parade gear and not general use, adaptable to individual needs.
A garb filled anatomy of late fashion trends from London tailors describes dark striped fabrics, empire silhouettes, and draped fabrics. It notes hats trimmed with gray and white feathers and feather boas, with emphasis on refined tailoring and period ideals.
A mid article guide explains methods to prevent waist bulges from a bulging blouse. It recommends drawing the blouse down under a belt and pinning, or using a one inch wide elastic with tape and a button to secure the waist.
Odd fragment describes a quick sleeve fix for a growing baby garment. It suggests tucking above the hem, sewing, adding buttonholes, threading a ribbon, and tying as the arm grows, with a lace trim recommended.
The upper hat in the cut suggests a stylish millinery for fall. Gray felt with a black velvet band and curled ostrich feathers. The brim is large and the crown high. The hat is shown in purple felt with silk scarf, violet shadings, and large purple rhinestones.
A vintage tip advises remodeling shirtwaists by adding a sheer handkerchief yoke to conceal neckwear wear and frayed cuffs. It suggests using contrasting or matching handkerchiefs, commonly sold for about 13 to 15 cents, to fashion a quick update.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls barter era when animal parts and furs held value. A 1857 Audrain county sheriff traded county revenue as scalp bounties, venison and skins, with tales of scarcity, frontier exchange, and a brief anecdote from a Columbia Herald column about choice and restraint at table.
A long letter from 1907 defends Postum and Grapenuts against criticisms of yellow journalism. It includes testimonials from John W. Pritchard and Anna Reeves praising Postum Food Coffee and its health benefits while attacking modern press practices and advertising.
An eminent lecturer recalls a Christmas gathering at a family farm where Heart Throbs, read aloud from its pages, sparks warm reminiscence. He praises the volume for its enduring humor and emotional resonance, likening it to a faithful companion beside the Bible.
A childhood scene shows Little Mary learning to walk with instructions to walk slowly and turn out her toes. A Sunday school lesson centers on the phrase Teach me to walk honestly, with Mary joking that the meaning is to walk properly. The excerpt also includes assorted ads and notices about remedies, rural delivery funding, and other general market content.
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