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Newspaper
Twillingate Sun
Location
Twillingate, Newfoundland, Canada
Date
Aug 10, 1912
Page
4
A description in the column details a three quarter yard scarf wrap with white fox trim, salmon pink satin lining, and a matching muff. It notes a three piece fur hat with Prince of Wales feather embellishment in salmon pink, suggesting an affordable black velvet copy.
A discussion on etiquette contrasts casual modern behavior with older formal courtesy. It cites common lapses such as tardy or unanswered invitations, neglecting to repay hospitality, and failing to send thanks after visits or events, arguing genuine gratitude remains valued.
The piece notes Duchess of Connaught and Princess Patricia active on links at Ballater while Princess Victoria of Schleewis-THalatela is another royal golfer. It mentions Marlborough, Mrs. Asquith, and the Premier with other titled women playing golf, plus outfits ranging from Harris tweed to knitted jackets and turbans.
A quirky pineapple cream recipe describes mixing pineapple juice and syrup with tsinglase and auger, heating, then folding in a dissolved deiglass and whipped cream. The concoction is chilled in a mould, with remaining pineapple arranged decoratively around the edges.
A fragment warns readers about a so called rain cure touted by Irish society women as a miracle for flawless skin. It instructs readers to wear waterproof gear and light clothing, then apply a towel rub and rest facial muscles in a warm room to achieve toning effects.
Rev. O Sheridan, medical missionary at West China, toured Newfoundland islands calling at principal towns to recount his China work. He described medical, educational, and evangelistic missions aiding ten million Chinese in Sze-Chuan, shared lectures, worship, and Sunday school talks, urging prayers for China’s spiritual and physical progress.
Brief items note Mrs H requests omit an advertisement for a brass oil dispatch belonging to a carriage. Sun’s efficiency praised as August 7 noted. Mrs Fd and Mrs H visit. Clyde transport brings Mr Edward Moores to visit, then plans to return to Badger to establish home.
Telegraph reports from Ft Pierre outline export declines and policy talks with Canadas and imperial defense plans. Notes on new government operations, gas service progress, a prospective site for a primitive installation, and ships and crews including the schooner Les wile marching toward St John’s. Also mentions Churchill discussions and a National Progressive Party gathering nominating Roosevelt.
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