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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1915
Page
12
An essay on the return of black room decor as a chic yet somber trend. The author describes an all black furnishings scheme with ebony wood, black velvet, pink accents, and minimal decor. Tea with black lacquer ware and pink touches illustrates the look.
Artistic evening gowns by Ethel Dem Stade Beauty feature color richness and restrained elegance. The article describes three gowns including a pink charmeuse design and a lavender tone with shirred corsage and tunic fullness to create a natural waistline and subtle drape.
Readable recipe notes describe corn meal mush muffins, graham flour blends, and whole wheat batters for breakfast. Instructions cover mixing, baking in hot ovens or on griddles, with guidance on serving with maple syrup or bacon and fried mush for cold weather. Fashion commentary follows on white satin dresses and lace details with pearl beading and pink ribbon accents.
A German chemist, attempting to find an antidote for prussic acid, accidentally discovered potassium cyanide. He died before he could demonstrate his antidote. Cyanide is the basic principle of prussic acid, one of the deadliest poisons. A single drop of prussic acid can kill a dog quickly.
The essay argues advice is universal and not freely available to all. It notes people boast self reliance while seeking guidance from others, and that choices of counsel shape success. It urges seeking diverse sources, weighing wisely, and balancing effort with support from others.
The piece urges strict thrift for winter family needs, suggesting reusing and reshaping old garments. It covers salvaging sleeves from coats for children's clothing, altering fronts, pockets, and collars, and repurposing foulard for bloomers. Also advises ready-to-wear avoidance, and making a fur choker from scraps to stay fashionable.
Mrs Helen Howe describes simple handmade cases for tea napkins and round centerpieces. Basic rectangular cross shaped linen panels create a base with cardboard inserts, fold edges, and ribbon hinges. Decorate flap and choose embroidery or lace accents for a neat storage or gift item.
The article outlines a 24 by 46 foot bungalow with front plaza and basement, built of frame with boulder stone and cement stucco, costing $2000 to $2500. It describes a large front living room with a central fireplace, dining room, two bedrooms, kitchen, and rear porch, plus closets and a pantry. It also adds whimsical notes on a towel envelope and a flannel silver case.
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