Women to Elect Next President Tells Wilson
Mrs. George Bass, chairman of the women’s bureau of the Democratic national committee, reports from a tour of the United States that women will meet the next president. She notes the high cost of living dominates concerns while predicting a strong, potentially decisive, women’s vote in future elections.
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George Bass
Wilson
United States
Women's Bureau
The
Democratic National Committee
Bass
New Dress Ideas for August Wear in Paris Styles
The article outlines summer dress options with soft lines and fuller skirts, featuring con spicuous stripes, fringe, and embroidered details. It describes silk, voile, crepe de chine options, various sleeve treatments, waistlines, and back closures, plus a Pullman robe in dark China silk and a Russian blouse with a narrow skirt.
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Paris
Musical Genius Defies Dynamos in District Building
Walter T Norton, head of the District building power plant, works by night as a musician. He plucks chords on a uke and mandolin amid generators and switchboards while overseeing automatic furnaces and cooling or heating systems. Norton blends artistry with engineering, even as detectives clash with phonograph records in the adjacent corridors.
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Washington
Walter T. Norton
Norton
Potomac River
Bejing
Wan
T. T. Wong
Kalorama Road
Velvet Hats Steal Spotlight For Women Of Today
OF INTEREST TO WOMEN. ENTER THE VELVET HAT. The youthful face is enhanced by black velvet which flatters a healthy complexion. The current hat style is the roll brim, combining the charm of a small hat with a modest brim. A beige feather adds a touch of color to complete the look.
The Blouse Silhouette Ideals for Junior Wear
A vintage description extols the blouse silhouette for both young and old, praising its smart, youthful appeal. It envisions a junior outfit in figured voile with a plain taffeta pleated skirt, pairing navy and white for a chic, coordinated look.
Between the Sea Son Hat and Ribbon Trends in Millinery
The piece surveys hat fashion for late summer to fall, praising ribbon hats in dark blue and white with various trims. It notes ribbon width effects, plaited brim frills, and hat versatility, plus trend ideas like grapes on hats, ostrich with monkey fur, and color contrasts in negligees.
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Amart
More Truth Than Poetry from 1919 Bell Syndicate
Poem by James J. Montague lampoons postwar thrift and optimism. Satirical quips lampoon government, consumer scarcity, and social pretensions as Uncle Sam’s era austerity grinds on. References include Germany postwar trade, “Molly Stark,” and college pay attention to athletica.
Good Things to Eat Quartered Tomatoes and Desserts
A vintage collection of simple home recipes including quartered tomatoes in a white sauce, peach kisses with marshmallows and whipped cream, a fruit custard dessert over sponge cake, a macedonia of vegetables, maccheroni italienne with tomato sauce and cheese, a potato souffle, apricot eggs surprise with sponge cake, and basic popovers.
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Macedonia
Blouse designs in primitive lines for smart linen wear
The article describes five blouse styles inspired by primitive lines aimed at simplification of laundry care. It details sleeves, necklines, banding, and trims such as Chinese blue silk, jade ground, or orange accents, plus a final silk jersey option with waistline splits and cross sashes. The piece emphasizes decorative banding, removable trims, and fabric choices to achieve striking, practical garments.
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OMAP
Domestic budget clash ends in streetcar laughter
The Jarr family argues over economy as meat prices rise and coupons tempt spending. Mrs Jarr resists strict accounting while Mr Jarr contemplates quitting smoking for coupons. They spar over a diamond case and a broken cut glass piece, then choose a nonfrugal outing instead.
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Jarra
Mr. Jarr
Mrs. Jarr
Eitter
Europe
Gertrude
Bachelor Girl Reflections by Helen Rowland
Love and age shape a woman's view of marriage and housekeeping as the era's widows test rules. Geniuses wed, brimstone added to matches, and a city playswright contest invites Washingtonians to submit one act plays with $50, $25 and $10 prizes.
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Helen Rowland
War Camp Community Service
Washington
Mra
Daily fashion hint on a white Shantupg dress details
Grapevine designs entwine about the skirt of this white Shantupg dress with rows of petite buttons relieving the frock of too severe simplicity.
Veterans learn trades as 200 occupations chosen
The Federal Board for Vocational Education reported rapid job placement for graduates. Over 200 professions are pursued by reeducated soldiers, with metal trades most popular—300 students in related courses. Many enroll in optometry as a new field. The Public Health Service withdrew approval from motion pictures intended to curb disease due to industry persistence and profitability concerns.
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Federal Board For Vocational Education
C. C. Pierce
Motics
Cone Cerna
Dr Lewis Promises Eye Help From Sun and Heat Weak Eyes
A misread newspaper ad claims Dr. Lewis can restore eyesight in many cases within a week using a home prescription. It warns sun smoke and dust worsen eyes and touts eye baths and drops as cures. The piece promotes a home treatment with a free prescription and suggests glasses may become unnecessary.
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Dr. Lewis
New York
N. Y
Lewis
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Darby
Bohman
Setan
the Press Publishing Co
Helys
Federal Board
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