21 Jan 1905
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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1905
Page
1
A fashion overview highlights ribbons from baby widths to wide sashes and twisted bow knots on lace gowns. French Irish lace complements new tea gowns in pink crepe with fur trimmings, while pendant spangles on garments move freely via wire. White fox fur returns as a chic option for both young and older wearers in French evening waists.
The article describes boned front bodices with waist emphasis and shirred fullness, contrasts with looser silhouettes, and notes velvets velveteens and corduroys in everyday wardrobes. It highlights walking outfits in dury and mentions short coats, ribbon embroidery on evening dresses, lace embroidery tips, color selection, and varied uses of ribbons as lacings collars and girdles.
Simple white gowns can be made at low cost using Japanese raw silks. The fabrics are attractive enough to require minimal trimming. A touch of lace suffices to create a charming look, as shown by models with soft, shirted skirts and tailored details.
Practical household hints cover preservation of colors in linoleum and calicoes, cleaning with borax and hot water, peeling eggs, and mothproofing closets. A calfs head hash recipe blends mace and lemon peel with stock before serving. A Parisian pink and blue dress combo showcases soft taffeta with chiffon and lace trims.
White Tea Drew Japanese silks are favorites. Veils of black Chantilly are worn. Hand painting on leather belts draws attention. Silk and chiffon hoods suit evening wear. The tricorne hat must wear with piquancy. Gold or silver chain purses, a velvet hat with a silver rose, hatpins in silver and blue stones, and a decorative vase for hatpins appear. Amber silk girdles and linen collars in matched colors add finishing touches.
Veils are said to harm the complexion by restricting air friction and pore activity. Uncovered skin stays cooler with better circulation while a veil traps grease and dust, dirtying the skin and clogging pores. worn veils can become soiled, worsening the issue.
The latest trend merges violets with an American Beauty rose and lilies of the valley, forming triple flower combinations. Orchids and white taffy are paired with violets and roses, while a cream pongee belt features raised pink ribbon roses. Fans now come only in tiny or large sizes, the latter made of ostrich plumes on gold handles jeweled for display.
A new broadcloth fabric is introduced as light weight with a lustrous surface that resists spotting in rain or snow. It has fine texture, is soft, drapes well, and suits evening wear. Available in shades to match other materials for coordinated costumes. White Net and Lace Dinner Dress features a net gown with lace appliqué, a broad sash, and wired shawl net in the hair, styled for women of any age.
The true dairyman is passionate about dairy life, cares for stock, and seeks to improve barns and milking conditions. He studies cow merits, avoids breed mixing, and learns ration chemistry to boost milk production, recognizing the vast, lifelong scope of the dairy world.
A Farm and Fireside feature explains winter protection for bee hives with a five by two foot box built around the colonies, chaff insulation, and a slanted tarred roof. It also covers salt as a fertilizer, and notes on feeding fruit to horses and cows, with cautions on choking and excess.
Brief excerpts show advances in gardening yields with a Michigan grower harvesting 966 bushels per acre, far higher than old norms. Parsnips, carrots, beets store energy in autumn leaves for winter root growth. A Bee Journal note recounts clipped queens and swarming behavior with hands-on hive management observations.
The article discusses protein rich feeds for dairy cows, favoring alfalfa and silage as cost effective protein sources to balance rations with corn. It notes bran substitutes and the potential of wheat bran derivatives, plus the role of alfalfa as a protein source and the feasibility of silage. It also warns that dirt in milk, including fine particulates carrying ferments, is hard to remove and emphasizes preventing contamination before milking rather than relying on pasteurization, which is not widely practiced.
Dairymen should brush cows daily and keep sides and udders free of filth. Clean stables with proper bedding are essential for comfort and consistent milk yield. Boisterous language should not be permitted. follow routines faithfully for good results.
Denver Field and Farm argues farmers should store irrigation water in the soil during winter rather than waste it. By keeping moisture in the ground, crops like alfalfa hay grain and vegetables gain ahead next summer. The piece notes alkali risk and cites government reservoir plans as future storage solutions.
The article advises beginners with little experience to start small and rent rather than buy. It argues that small capital favors renting for a year or two, preserving freedom to leave if unsuccessful, while buying commits capital and may force staying on a farm. Growth should come from expanding flocks annually before purchasing a larger farm.
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