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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1913
Page
8
The article describes new summer styles for women including a plaited peplum blouse suited to soft fabrics, a matching plaited skirt, and coordinated wraps. It notes fabric choices such as voile, crepe de chine, dimity, and moire, with pattern sizes, yardage, and wrap options, highlighting prices and availability through Washington agencies.
The July 29 1913 astrology forecast warns caution in business and social life with Neptune and Mercury in mixed aspect. It notes risk of meeting undesirable people, potential fraud against sensitive individuals, danger to old persons, and possible illnesses while promising luck for writers lawyers actors and musicians. It also forecasts sudden deaths next month and advises against new enterprises for men.
Mendelssohn and Beethoven wander a sunken path discussing Futurism in art and music. Wagner Aristotle and Wagner weigh in on whether the new sounds threaten harmony and morality, while jokes about backlash and salvation pepper their gloomy exchange.
The president spent a quiet afternoon at the Virginia Country Club with Dr. Carey T. Grayson, later dining at the White House. Other social notes recount Mrs. Wilson's visit to Williamstown and various diplomats and dignitaries attending gatherings in Newport and Washington, with travels and domestic plans for autumn.
Newport high society observes the Sunday closing law with precise timing as Mrs Wilson hosts a post midnight dance for two hours. Edith Deacon, linked to the three Graces, plans society return after her fiance Georges death. Lord Camoys greets England in Stoner Park with a public welcome. Bathing at Baileys Beach becomes a cottage colony fad after late dinners. polo tournament opens with modest crowds and notable attendees from Newport and Great Neck.
Practical guide for frugal cooks urging kitchen gardens for fresh onions carrots parsley and tomatoes. Build a flavoring row with herbs and spices including celery salt pepper paprika and mustard. Use canned tomatoes for quick rich flavor and finish lamb stew with onions peppers tomatoes salt celery salt cayenne and nutmeg.
Ined with Persian corsets making early spring race meet appearances on Long Island. Mrs. Douglas wore a blue hat with futurist decorations and carried an emotional parasol. Mollie Maxwell appeared in a brown-and-white striped gown with a brown hat, admired by many this summer. Mrs. Straight chose blue, a white gown with blue eyelet embroidery and a blue crown hat adorned with forget-me-nots and roses.
Special Cable reports from Paris at season end that fashion favors outfits that do not fit. Designers prize artistry and originality over proper tailoring, with critics noting the trend toward loose, sacklike silhouettes and open fronts as the new chic.
Isabella Graham born in Lanarkshire Scotland 172 years ago today rose from widowhood to become a force for charity. She married Dr Graham an army surgeon, lived in Canada and Antigua before returning to Scotland and founding a school and a Penny Saving Society in Edinburgh to aid working people. She later moved to New York establishing schools and charitable societies aiding young women and relief for the poor.
The article describes contemporary dress trends with waist sashes and high drifted skirts, open fronts, and elaborate hosiery. It highlights black Chantilly lace details, transparent sleeves, and delicate rose pink chiffons, plus hat trimming, crystal pendants, and ornamental jewelry motifs.
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