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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1903
Page
7
A fashion note describes fur varieties this season including Russian coltskin and dyed sealskin. Squirrel fur patterns mimic Russian sable with careful shading and bold stripes. The piece highlights a start winter automobile coat design by Judic Collet.
Fashion notes describe shoulder capes on tailormade outfits with wide strappings, lace and fur trim, and black silk edging. Paris and Vienna models feature elaborate cape collars, tassels, and ermine details. The piece highlights velvet coats, corduroy velvet, beaver hues, gray tweeds, and revived gimp trims, with a focus on bridesmaid dresses and street style.
A fashion note describes shifting trends toward large loose garments and straight fronts that alter waists. Furs lace and feathers remain in style while red huts appear in popularity. The era favors short skirts, boleros, and eased waistlines with sleeves and hip areas as the remaining fitted points.
A collection of child letters praising local businesses and stores in Weiser Idaho from January 1908. Young writers applaud Mr Vink’s jewelers and musical goods, praise Ven Come Hotel, Sommers cloak shop, Holt’s restaurant, and other town shops while sharing brief personal notes about letters to Santa and teachers.
Advertisements from Weiser Ida invite Washington county public school students in 8th grade or below to compete for prizes of 10 to 20 dollars and a silver medal based on attendance and exam results. Offers require a paid subscription to the Weiser Signal and tutor signatures from teachers. Also notes local merchants promoting goods and services.
A fragmentary note from a 12 year old Daisy McMahan speaks of sturdy horses, fine carriages, and dependable drivers. She notes the stage runs daily except Sundays and mentions Meadows as her post office location, with a courteous closing to a reader or recipient.
The Signal announces a January prize series for letters answering questions about past or current advertisements. Prizes include 2.50 for ages 12 and under and 2.50 for ages 6 to under 9, with separate classes by age. Every participant receives a present upon letter receipt.
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