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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1900
Page
5
A period fashion note offers ideas for transforming garments with narrow neck collars and ties. Instructions mention taffeta ribbon lengths and stitched edges, suggesting chic substitutions for worn fabrics and suggesting cheviots and granite cloths for stylish suits.
The piece surveys couture details including a coat with velvet collar and large dull gold buttons, wide angel sleeves, and trimmed cuffs. It notes hats of white velvet and lace, autumn foliage in decor, and color trends from blondes to brunettes. It also mentions wedding gifts, superstitions by birth month, and a fancy dress party trend with guessing contests.
An elderly writer recounts a visionary dream about individuality and kindness. She recalls seeing angels and ordinary people bearing burdens with quiet dignity, contrasting envy and harm with gentleness, love, and shared humanity. The account underscores personal worth and moral responsibility in a world of varied beings.
Letters from women describe long battles with painful menstruation and relief after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and related products. Personal testimonials credit the remedy with easing cramps, womb issues, and chronic suffering, urging others to write to Mrs. Pinkham in Lyon Mass for guidance.
A long excerpt discusses salad basics with emphasis on vegetable selection and lettuce quality. It notes that fresh tender leaves are essential and wilted greens ruin salad. It contrasts summer and winter lettuce, recommending crisp open air grown varieties and noting leaf differences between types.
G F Miller Plumbing and Heating Co advertises gas fitting and fixtures at 627 Quincy St. Then a long fragment lists recipes and dining items including breakfast cereal sliced bananas and broiled stacked salmon with instructions and ingredients for dressings and fillings, ending with steps and tips.
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