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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
1
A long playful meditation on mother son probes into romance. Mothers question suitors as youths court in earnest. The piece lampoons parental vigilance and champions honest hearts and steady habits in love. It contrasts courting with family protection and social scrutiny.
A sisters tale recounts the idealized brother as the brainiest, best boy among many sisters. They guard his habits, prevent cider and stronger drinks, and worry about his first romance as he nears manhood.
A reflective piece argues against pity for bachelors and widowers, claiming both seek companionship through marriage. It traces a widower’s loneliness after loss, the pull of a new wife, and the healing power of a faithful woman to brighten any home.
The rainfall on the island of Hawaii varies greatly with extreme highs in upper Waipio Valley reaching about 353 inches annually and much drier conditions on southern slopes. The United States geological survey notes that the largest stream on the island has been observed in recent measurements.
A wary look at a new greenish-tan covert cloth resembles khaki and threatens to replace blue serge in everyday suits. Black satin tops the look with high collars and organdie trims, while ultra Louis XVI pocket flaps on short coats and leopardish, plaited panels set a bold tone.
The article highlights a costly green faille silk tailleur trimmed with blue fox fur. It notes ripple skirts bordered by fur and collars of fur, comments on plaid in suits and jackets, and discusses Premet's proposed plaid peltry on dark cloth, which was not adopted due to dyed fur cost and fleeting fashion.
A vintage sketch presents a soft wash leather case for a silver plated corkscrew. The design uses two cut pieces B and C to form a pocketable holder. The flap fastens with a press button and a cork protects the leather tip from wear.
The article catalogs skirt fashions with plaited models secured by tape or elastic and full ankle length. It notes tunic skirts with plaits, underskirt fullness, mixed fabrics, checks and plaids, simple tailored yokes, and dressy flounced designs. The latest circular skirts may feature velvet or satin ribbons for a tiered effect.
The Ranunculus is introduced as a fresh bloom for corsages, bouquets, and decorations. It is small and red with a dark almost black center, resembling a tiny poppy in appearance and stem.
The article discusses the prominence of blue in fashion, detailing blue serge suits with matching accessories such as net blouses blue silk stockings and blue handbags. It notes blue velvet hats and rich blue velvets in evening wear and bridal fabrics emphasizing blue as a regal color.
Fragmentary notes describe beaver fur growth and trapping conditions with scattered references to Saantona and potential harvest notes. No clear dates or locations are established in the text.
Indianapolis lawmakers prepare two major workmen compensation bills. One from the Indiana Federation of Labor backs a state insurance fund, the other from manufacturers favors employer self insurance or private coverage with a weekly cap. The plans promise a heated debate as the session opens.
A senate committee report lists seventy four clerks doorkeepers pages and a stenographer with daily salaries of five dollars for staff and two dollars for pages totaling three hundred twenty eight dollars per day. Names include Hemphill Rising Sun Skinner Portland Post Anderson Kanney Michigan City Clifford Indianapolis Spencer Evansville Tuteur Rensselaer Clelland Lagrange Mauch Muncie Denk New Palestine Wilson Delphi Mullen Cannelton Berryhill Lebanon Kessing Hope Graffie Winamac Oberlin Auburn Stann Shelbyville Moss Linton Foltz Clinton Gibson Indianapolis Kahoe Fort Wayne Coulter Indianapolis Sachs Indianapolis Murphy Elwood Knox Versailles Cudahy Mishawaka Sweeney Plymouth Buskirk Salcedo Indianapolis Hiler Muncie Kilroy Poseyville Cornelius Indianapolis Gavit Hammond Ruddy Vincennes McCullough Paoli Mahoney Shelbyville Nealis Shelbyville.
Filing shows F. WwW. Kassebaum and Son forming a new company in Aurora with authorized capital of 7500 dollars to manufacture cement and related products. Bell stone cement and other materials referenced in the filing indicate construction material interests and regional industrial plans.
The state treasury showed a balance of 3 038 150 25 in December per the monthly statement of state treasurer W H Vollmer. Expenditures for December totaled 1 503 371 19 according to the report.
A digest of Hoosier items: Rev Arthur Strickland accepts a call to Providence R I Evansville trial set for March 15 in a shooting case Paul Griffith of Indianapolis faces trial in Kid Lemmel shooting. Dr John W Sluss to France with Bergeron. Vorpflatt Opera House fire damage. Clark’s Hill smallpox outbreak. Gary truancy officer W Ray dies. Jamestown Bale shoe store fire. Mulberry poultry show January 25 30. Frankfort county council funding bid. Babe Medina convicted for murder. Ruth Day Day in Kiev Russia reporting Y M C A work updates.
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