15 Jul 1905
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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1905
Page
1
A Parisian design gown in heavy white satin features frises with purple and green lilies and black cutouts, embroidered in Lyons velvet and sequined butterflies. The corsage is lace covered with butterfly accents, iris clusters appear on the left shoulder, and a matching feathered execution of the era follows in accessories and hairstyles.
The article outlines practical tips for fabric use such as thick and thin towels revived with starch, jelly bags from flannel and muslin, and paper mats woven from paper muslin. It discusses autumnal dress materials featuring plaids and checks, shadow plaids and stripes, a trend toward mohairs melrose satin prunella, and a boost for stout wearers. It highlights a smart cutaway coat in electric blue with broadcloth and taffeta accents, and jewelry trends with large bead necklaces matching gowns. It introduces a lace empire scarf three yards long, worn with summer gowns and evening plays, noting improvements over older models.
A woman creates dual parasol covers, turning a plain parasol into morning and afternoon looks with ruffles quillings and embroidery. The piece discusses chic parasol customization, delicate appliqué lace, and decorative handles. It also highlights summer negligees in chaliie, albatroes blends, crape, silk, chiffon, and batistes.
Glove embroidery features Deudoir Be Wrist styles with tomato and geranium colors. New silks flood the season with chiffon, taffeta, and fancy weaves, while wanderers favor striped ribbons and linen petticoats. Barley water is prepared by simmering barley with lemon rind for a clear, refreshing drink. Sweaters dominate summer outings with surplice and belt styles in scarlet gray and blue accents.
A dated household tip notes Non Kerosene cleans grease from drain pipes and should be used monthly. It advises covering chest tops with brass-headed tacks and warns against wetting matting, urging weekly damp cloth care and limited moisture.
Fairhaven residents seek the body of Paul Jones in Paris. Jones, father of the American navy, fought Buzzards Bay in 1777 aboard the Alfred 28 guns under Ezekiel Hopkins. Alfred seized Nassau and captured 100 cannon, later used to defend Fairhaven until removed. Captain Winsor helped relocate the cannon to Phoenix Hall. Henry Perkins of Dartmouth aided Jones crew.
The fragment notes a first grnse tumbler dated AD 600 made for Abbot Benedict. It mentions a chauffeur caught on the fly in New York as a car skidded on wet pavement, snapping two wheels and hurling driver Albert Milan through the air.
The Queen mother and Spanish aristocracy donated a 320000 pound crown, which was placed on the Virgin of the Pillar at Saragossa Cathedral. Masses occurred at 22 altars, the seven teen hour service featured Archbishop performed coronation with artillery salvos and the Royal march. The Jota danced in the marketplace afterward.
A report describes Maud S drawing a high wheel sulky to a mile time of 2 18 percent, a mark not beaten in twenty years, with a photo shot at Bonner Farm. The piece also examines perfumed butter as a luxury, noting its production in small muslin wrapped pots scented with rose leaves and refrigerated to create a market fortune.
Sixteenth century Winchester landmark, the town’s oldest house, is for sale amid public regret. If not protected for its historical associations it may be demolished to make room for a modern building, reflecting the fate of decaying antiquities lacking economic value.
The oldest house in America is said to stand in St Augustine Florida along a narrow street near the city center. Built in 1564 by monks of the order of St Francis the conquina structure with seashell mortar is reputedly indestructible. It remained when Drake burned the town and is valued as a landmark in the era.
A fragment notes a Japanese custom where every boy under twelve is given a family child-name used within the home, a practice described with implied cultural context and incomplete phrasing. The excerpt hints at social naming traditions but lacks full details or outcomes.
Jim Stevens known as Jimmy Click plans a trip into southern Congo near Lake Tanganyika to trap a flea for the Rothschild collection, after a London meeting with Rothschilds. The piece also notes Shakespearean loans and the origin of the terms Falstaff and Shylock in popular speech.
Jack Schuler fished on the St. Louis river with West Duluth spectators when a large pike struck his hook. After a brief fight the fish fell back, Schuler jumped in and wrestled it in the water, landing a hefty eight pound, 27.14 inch pike before a ducking cost.
Gyp, owned by A. E. Green of Poland Maine, is a village favorite known along the local stage line. The portrait shows him smoking a clay pipe beneath a torn hat, with a curious and intelligent face. He delivers notes to the Gyp house and returns with requested articles, delighting every boy and girl in the village.
The Italian Society of Permanent Chemical Inspection was founded about five years ago by private parties to analyze food products and certify purity. Commercial firms subscribe, stamp products with the seal, and adherence by leading houses ensures quality control of the food.
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