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Newspaper

Westville Indicator

Location

Westville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1914

Page

6

Panama canal electric system a new era in power and control

The Panama canal project showcases centralized electric control for lock operations, hydroelectric generation at Gatun and Miraflores, and advanced shore-to-ship locomotives. The system links Gatun dam, Miraflores steam plant, and Cristobal to Balboa through a double 44 000 volt transmission network with multiple substations and transformer stations.

Panama Panama Canal Gatun Canal Zone Canal Miraflores Pacific Tropics Mira Flores Isthmus Cristobal Atlantic Balboa Pedro Miguel Gatun Lake Debria Vna Panama Rocks Eoward Schildhauer Isthmian Canal Co. B. Larzelere W. R. McCann Schildhauer

Bridal fashions from fashionable gowns for brides and bridesmaids

The article describes season bridal attire in white taffeta charmeuse and tulle gowns with sheer veils, practical travel outfits in light serge, and semi dressy white serge for spring. It notes afternoon frocks in crepes chiffons satins and the dinner gown from sheer fabrics, with white being a sensible choice for evening attire and delicate tints as alternatives.

Thief Spreads Dust Packages In Cork Conspiracy

A questioned incident reports a thief distributing dust packed in cork containers along with multiple consignments of dust. The motive remains unclear but authorities note the unusual packaging and target areas.

Cork

Golden touches brighten a black frock with gold accents

For a black frock, golden collar cuffs and sash elevate the outfit. Materials include gold lace veiling cloth, gold motifs on satin or crepe, or simple gold ribbon arabesques, gold braiding, and gold piping to suit the wearer and occasion.

Summer Frock Adorned in White Voile and Blue Embroidery

A dainty frock features white voile for the skirt and two tunics with a white bodice and puffed upper tunic embroidered in blue flowers. Blue piping and a blue pussy willow taffeta sash complete the design, with a buckle fastening beneath a silk sash.

How to Make a Silk Girdle with Braided Finishes

The article describes creating a waist girdle from two silk pieces joined to form a long strip. It explains hemming raw edges, gathering narrow ends, braiding ends, attaching braided or silk covered buttons at the center, and wearing by wrapping around the waist with loops fastened to the buttons. It also notes velvet variants with velvet buttons or decorative braids or frogs.

Becoming De Medici Hemetitched Collars

A description of delicate hand embroidered collars featuring hem stitched edges and small net butterflies competing with bows in a crafted fashion item.

Boots With Button Tops Define The Fashion Footwear

The season favors slender long lined buttoned boots with patent vamp and curved graceful heels. Fashionable footwear disguises defects in gowns and suits Fifth Avenue promenade hours. The curved heel adds a French touch while supporting the foot for day or evening dancing.

Fifth Avenue

Baths for Health and Beauty Routine

A suggested home regimen promotes nightly warm baths with a touch of ammonia and vinegar, followed by brisk toweling. Morning steps include a loofah massage, deep breathing, and simple Swedish exercises to invigorate the whole body.

Coquettish Hat at New York Fashion Promenade

A mannequin in a New York shop wore a tiny sailor trimmed hat in dull blue. Under the brim a rosette of old-rose ribbon hung a single long streamer that trailed over the shoulder to below the knee, creating an extremely coquettish effect.

New York

Fashions For Elders Children Grow Like Their Elders

Fashions for five year olds imitate adult styles with tiered ruffles and bouffant silhouettes. Little boys appear in long trousered white linen sails or suits, maintaining a traditional look despite competing trends and parental influence.

France David Copperfield Doy

Portraits of Fashioning Moments in Old Norfolk Wardrobe

Fragmentary text describes quarter inch details of clothing. It mentions white serge skirts opposite colored jackets and oddly shaped jackets paired with white skirts. References Norfolk jacket and mock frock style. The passage reads like a fashion note on period costumes and styling.

Norfolk

Woman Recovers After Lydia E Pinkham Use

Mrs Joseph Aselin of 628 Monroe St Minneapolis reports enduring two years of monthly pain from inflammation before using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. After three bottles she regained strength and can do housework. The ad cites a confidential reply from the Lynn Mass company with a woman answering letters.

Minneapolis Minn Lydia E. Pinkham Joseph Aselin Monroe St N.E Minneapolis, Minn Lydia’ E. Pinkham Lydia E.pinkham

Army of Constipation Shrinks As Pills Sell Fast

Carter’s Little Liver Pills promise relief and cure for constipation and biliousness with small pills and small price. The ad touts genuine signatures and a 6 percent return on Baby Bonds from American Finance & Bond Co in Birmingham offering $10 down and $102 monthly for 9 months.

Carter United States Bond Dept American Finance & Bond Co Birmingham Ala

Why Teachers Are Early Absence Excuses From Parents

A humorous excerpt notes that laws require school age children to attend but do not force presence at every session. It collects odd excuses from parents such as Sadie missing due to a heart pane, Willy’s shoes half-souled, and an entry about a pupil’s constitution. It cites the New York Evening Post.

Sadie

Not an Honor at the Dog Show

Report notes a dog show judged with debate over Jones's entry status. Some judges thought Jones might have been entered in the competition, but no prize was awarded or confirmed.

Jones

Toasties Breakfast Guide Mentioned in Fragment

A fragmented text describes a simple wholesome breakfast featuring toasties with fruit, a cup of Instant Postum, and optional poached eggs. It emphasizes careful cooking, delicate seasoning, and toast browned by hand for an appetizing result.

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