Capuchon fashion hood sparks Paris to Pittsburg rage
The capuchon, a trendy hooded headpiece, is described as ornate and roomy for large hairdos. It ranges from lace and chiffon to taffeta with roses and ribbons, often featuring ruchings and abirrings. A French visitor laments American vanity and mirrors, noting the need for true self-view before beauty fads, while John H. Converse of Philadelphia and others contribute to a rebuilding fund.
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John H. Converse
Philadelphia
Fashion Notes From The Fall Wardrobe Revival
The article surveys 1920s style trends with black and white hat resuming, scarab jewelry, wired net bows, scarce lynx replacing by black fox, glossy outer coverings for toilets, vivid greens and pinks, new greens, jet embroidery on satin, blues browns and greens in fabrics, green feathers and wings, green shoes and gloves scarce, foulard dresses with puffed shoulders, long waistlines, Empire inspired children’s wear, and Russian cross stitch needlework on garments.
White sauce and milk toast preparation guide
A kitchen note describes making a white sauce with butter flour and milk, then serving over toast. It advises whisking, using a double boiler, and carefully toasting bread slices before plating. Instructions emphasize avoid scorching and optional crust removal, plus variations for stale bread.
American Women at a Turkish College Portray Western Influence
In Istanbul, a New England woman, Dr Mary Mills Patrick, heads a pioneering American college for girls founded in 1871. The institution attracts Armenian Greek Turkish and other students from the region and aims to spread Western culture and education, with notable donors backing the project.
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Turkey
Orledts
Seutar
Constantinople
New England
Mary Mills
Patrick
Hampton's Magazine
Eastern
Europe
Ottoman Empire
Near East
Rumania
Bulgaria
Servia
Persis
Mesopotamia
Tsaris and
Euphrates
Egypt
Syria
Greece
Albania
Daushtere
Pashas
East
Eppfish
Russell Sage
Helen Gould
Grace H. Dodge
New York
What Watts Means in the Smart Set Tone
Fragmentary quotes reveal a satirical exchange about wealth and suffrage. A unnamed colonel and a mercenary woman feature in a social scene where Affluence versus need is debated. The snippet shows voice and class tension without a clear narrative arc or dates.
Organized Gossip Debate on Cooley Analysis of Newspapers
The American press discussion centers on Professor Charles H. Cooley's claim that modern newspapers are an organized gossip system. Critics challenge the verdict, arguing papers mix gossip with news, featuring personalities and appeals to emotion while maintaining some veracity.
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Cooley
Charles H. Cooley
Homer
Boswell
Johnson
Stevenson
New York Evening Post
Electrical and Wireless Inventions Show Early 20th Century Flair
Reports describe alcohol from flax straw at North Dakota Agricultural College with poor profitability. Paris shop uses a singing advertisement lamp. Trackless trolley cars resembling electric models with rubber tires are touted. A new piano called chorab ele mixes electromagnets with keyboards. British Surgeon notes darker skin may aid heat tolerance in stoke holds. Wireless Paris underground station at Champ de Mars aims to connect 6000 miles. Lux wireless airship signaling envisions six pound receiver and 50 km spacing with five minute beacon intervals.
Durable paper urged by world leaders led by United States
Governments seek indestructible paper for state papers and records. A report by F. P. Veitch notes demand for durable, light, thin paper to reduce storage burdens and ensure long lasting deeds certificates ledgers and court records.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
F. P. Veitch
Bureau of Chemistry
Weltch
Hair from steer ears used for camel hair brushes
An early note explains a byproduct from packing houses, where hair from steer ears is found to be suitable for making camel hair brushes. The discovery highlights ongoing improvements in utilizing byproducts to support art and industry.
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New Yor
Towa
Watts
Major—Watts
Suffra
Boston Post
Fédera Ra
Memphis
Anne
Wellville
North Dakota Agricultural College
Paris
America
Oswald Ross
Rees
Champ de Mars
Friedrich Lux
Lainie Oiaees
R-V. Pierce
Pitacmen
Pierce
Dispensary Medical Association
R. Ve Fire
Ruth Ward
Jerseyville
Cardus
Me Cardu
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Chattanooga
Tena
Ree
Han
Peestry Ieey
Istanley’s Business College
Ws. Douglas
W.L. Douglas
Brockton
Mass
Perfection
Eeese Bake
Japan
Standard Oil Oil Company Marrsrgals
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