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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1915
Page
2
Wardrobe notes from 1915 advise moderate skirt width with a lean toward fullness for longevity, suggesting alterations to last year’s tunics, plaited skirts, and wide hem bands. Double sleeves and attached blouses offer styling flexibility, with fabrics like satin and linen used in various combinations to maintain fashionable lines.
A historic knitting note promotes strengthening the sock heel by using a continuous thread instead of double wool. It claims a durable, not bulky result and suggests a spool of No 30 unglazed thread as suitable. Authorities favor this single thread technique for army socks.
Two methods for concealing powder puffs. One uses a ribbon bag with a silk tassel and ivory rings to form a tiny purse with a mirror, duplicating grandmother’s penny purse. The other creates a bisque ballerina puff attached to a glass powder jar, with marine skirts serving as ornament and cover, easily renewed when soiled.
The U S Department of Agriculture explains why and how to change a peach tree variety by budding or grafting. It covers inserting buds into young trees, heading back older trees to graft onto new growth, and preferring budding over grafting due to healing issues. It notes the Farmers' Bulletin No 632 on growing peaches for detailed guidance.
Very charming materials are shown for afternoon frocks for the warm days in a great variety of weaves colors and design. Pretty voiles with white backgrounds have large dots in a contrasting color. DollVarden patterns recall old fashions while tiled checks appear in all colors and are smart and practical.
The article details a blue serge pelisse inspired gown with a white satin blouse and collar, black corded silk foundation, and a knife-plaited white skirt. Embroidery in front uses black silk, bugles, and silver thread, completed by a close-fitting black velvet hat with skank trim.
Southern Agriculturist suggests converting a strong steel hook into a post lifter by adding a chain. Drive the hook point into the bottom of the post and draw the chain over a plank or stick to pull the post from the ground when it resists easier methods.
The article discusses breeding sows for September litters, early pasture introduction for piglets, using cream separator to reduce scours by feeding skim milk, reducing grain once hogs graze pasture, and spraying hog and poultry houses. It notes red clover in bloom is not ideal for hogs, but young plants make good pasture.
Late celery benefits from cool moist weather and rich, well prepared soil. Use strong, stalky plants set in double rows eight inches apart with ten inches between plants. In summer shade initially, keep air, add poultry manure for moisture and nourishment, then hoe up around plants every few days to promote growth.
The milk stable must be kept clean to prevent odors and ensure the milk stays in top condition. Regular cleaning, proper ventilation, and timely waste removal support quality storage and reduce spoilage risks.
A historical reflection stresses heavy taxation of U S land this year to feed both citizens and international refugees or allies, highlighting the strain on resources and the need to support those abroad relying on American food production.
Tyrol, a healthful Austrian crown land on the Italy Austria border, ranges from glacier air in the north to Mediterranean warmth in the south. It covers 10,305 square miles of Alps, with diverse climates, a pasture economy, goats milk cheese, and about 900,000 residents, over half German speaking and a substantial Italian speaking southern population.
Charles Kateza of Allentown New Jersey had been speechless for two years after an accident left him temporarily blind and deaf. A fellow patient told a funny yarn at Mercer hospital and prolonged laughter awakened his voice. Since then his speech has remained normal and doctors expect permanent restoration.
A guest at Sea View Inn remarks on a new arrival, noting a salt-sea gale vibe and the proprietor praises the visitor's discernment. The proprietor then quips that the guest may be the beach’s top peanut and popcorn seller.
The note traces the expression buying on tick to the 1600s. A 1661 letter mentions The Mermaid Tavern being nearly broke with ticks totaling £1500. A later document states every one runs upon tick, illustrating historical debt slang.
A humorous exchange notes a person going south for rheumatism while contrasting costs with a Boston Transcript line stating it is cheaper to stay local. The brief item captures a light quote and regional price comparison in a newspaper blurb.
A concise quotation attributed to John Ruski on three tests for wise work. It states that work must be honest useful and cheerful, reflecting a humane, practical ethic. The line appears as a brief daily thought in a newspaper snippet.
The lesson surveys David’s path to the throne after Samuel's anointing, noting God’s decree, Saul’s death, and the people’s support. It contrasts David’s God guided leadership with Ish-bosheth’s man-made rule, and highlights David’s fellowship with God, diplomacy with Jabesh Gilead, and eventual rally of 280,000 troops at Hebron.
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