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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1915
Page
4
A feature bungalow design explains rustic cobble porch walls, wide front doorway, and a large 14 by 20 living room with bay window and fireplace. It outlines kitchen and dining layouts, built in storage, substantial woodwork, a full basement with cold storage and laundry, and general climate conscious building details for comfort and durability.
A 1916 fashion note discusses a new evening bodice made from the skirt material with short empire sleeves, noting its bold departure from current styles. It predicts gradual refinement, contrasts with long skirts, and remarks on the potential French influence and the evolving street wear silhouette.
A figure cited shows that around seven thousand women are practicing medicine in the United States, highlighting the growing role of female physicians and the evolving landscape of the medical profession.
A sketch shows a hanging cotton reel holder made in minutes using a cardboard box and a hatpin. Diagram A marks the ends and dotted cuts to form the shape, which is mounted on a wall with two nails. The reels of cotton are suspended by a hatpin threaded through the structure.
Corset covers range from surplice styles to net puffing with hand embroidery. They pair with lace blouses and are often held by a belt snap or brooch. Camisoles sit straight across the bust with shoulder straps, worn under gauzy tops, sometimes needing a brassiere for support.
The article proposes linen slippers as a new idea for bedroom wear. They are washable, durable, and pretty in plain or embroidered linen with scalloped buttonholes and eyelets for ribbon. Soiled pairs can be laundered and replaced easily, promoting winter work for summer use and a charitable cause.
A religious reflection on Samuel as last judge and first prophet, noting his vow dedication, temple service, and God’s call. It highlights Samuel’s teachable, obedient nature, the lack of vision in Eli’s house, and the shift from spoken voice to scripture and spirit guiding believers.
The piece explains baby quilts as pretty and practical. It notes pale blue or pink sides with a sheer cover the full quilt size, edges turned under and corners dismissed, overspread by five inch overlay finished with embroidered scallop or lace edge for easy laundering and protection.
A vintage health note advises regular eaters of meat to use Jad Salts, a lithia-based grape and lemon acid drink, to flush clogged kidneys. The piece claims the remedy clears sluggish kidneys, cleanses the blood, and prevents bladder issues.
Uncle Eph boasted he never needed a flee tor, but a neighbor urged calling a physician. Bhe suggests options a good Allopath or a good homeopath, while Uncle Eph hesitates that all paths lead to the grave.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions names like Joles and Brant, a Mr von Booster, and a reference to Castoria and infant products. It hints at marriage, domestic topics, and a chant about a game, lacking clear coherence or a definite event.
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