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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
7
Wool crepes offer light durable fabric for summer wear similar to wool chalice and nun's veiling. Priced around 75 cents a yard, a typical dress uses under five dollars in materials. The pictured novelty afternoon dress features a one piece look with a separate bodice, bolero jacket effect, and belt details in black satin and soutache braid.
The article advises travelers to pack light with wash silk pongee and crepe de chine blouses plus tailored dresses and lace accents. It highlights a new crepe de chine model with hemstitching, net and shadow lace dressy waists, a knitted wool waistcoat for extra warmth, and a vest-like garment to lessen baggage. Julia Bottomley signs off.
Flower decorations pressed flat between chiffon and crepe layers form brims or crown accents on hats. The pastel hues are most common and create a delicate, time honored look.
The piece notes small black hats with few flowers, general veils, and tight coiffures making women appear to have small heads. It emphasizes neatness and trimness as key to good dressing, with time as the main factor for success and anxiety hindering beauty and luxury.
A witty line notes that a girl may grow twice as angry if a liked boy does not kiss her, while a kiss triggers mixed feelings. The quip highlights the push and pull of early romance and the emphasis on reciprocation.
Berlin reports Dr Walther Rathenau head of the raw material department in the German war office asserts Germany still has copper, rubber and petroleum sources. He cites Mansfeld mines and 75 percent copper recoveries, notes substitutes and new chemistry, and forecasts a united Europe aided by tariff changes. He also discusses mobilized women aiding war effort and cultural activities to sustain morale.
In Goshen Indiana William Archer near Cromwell attempted to kill lice on pigs with kerosene. A lit torch fell into oil causing a flash and the oil soaked swine to burst into flames. Several hogs burned and the pen caught fire. One pig jumped into a mud pool and the others followed. The farmer escaped an oversupply of roast pork.
Mrs Laura Green wife of a local farmer near Lexington Ky was attacked by a cow and badly gored She grasped the animal by its horns and held on as her cries attracted her husband who rescued her and stopped the attack.
A sealed car labeled vegetables from Genoa to Berlin was opened after a railroad accident near Paris and was found to contain Maxim guns. The discovery raises concerns over illicit arms transport and wartime defenses.
University of Pennsylvania museum reports a new Garden of Eden with a Tree of Life, preserved yet petrified. Dr. William C. Farabee’s Amazon expedition notes recount a tribe from the Brazil Guianas border describing a Creation tale with gods Tuminkar and Duwid, whose Tree of Life will be planted and tended to yield food.
A Grassy Lake district sheep man predicts Alberta wool buyers may see 25 cent wool this year. He notes strong mill demand due to war, a favorable season, and widespread suitability of Western Canadian ranges for sheep. He urges farmers to enter sheep raising as profitable with proper scale.
Professor Poussin of Belgian refugee fame described ruined Louvain and Liege to Harvard guests. Applause faded once they learned he spoke French. He then recalled a joke about Mr Smith and a Paris waiter, noting language divides.
An old advertisement extols Allen's Foot-Ease powder and foot bath solution as a standard remedy for tired feet. It claims instant relief and prevents swelling and heat, with a testimonial from a visitor praising the product for a comfortable stay at expositions.
A heated exchange reveals Gladys denying claims of recent outings after being questioned by a family member. The dispute centers on truthfulness and social activity during the past week.
In a brief churchroom exchange, one person reveals they were late and entered during the other's sleep, explaining why they missed the morning sermon. The casual remark highlights small domestic tensions over attendance and routine.
The report notes that camel flesh reportedly tastes like beef while its texture and appearance resemble veal, sparking curiosity about culinary uses and consumer reactions.
In France, coffin makers are turning to paper as a low cost and lightweight alternative. The move highlights a push for affordability and easy handling in an industry often marked by traditional wood caskets.
The column defends testimonial letters published in newspapers as honest and unsolicited praise for Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. It urges women to try the remedy before continuing to suffer, citing saved others and inviting readers to verify by contacting the women named with full addresses.
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