New Brick-Red Velour Cape Promises Bold Style
A fashion note describes a brick-red velour cape trimmed with Hindison seal. The garment is cut in two parts and banded in the middle, showcasing evolving capes even as inspiration flags fade.
Winchester Evening Star in Winchester, Virginia
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1919
Page
2
Sealskin Cape Described With Kolinsky Collar Feature
The description details a brick red velvet cape trimmed in self colored silk with a wide middle collar and muff all in pealskin. Undersleeves of sealskin create a barrel effect, the double breasted design fastens with sealskin buttons and a large collar for protection. A second cape is a circular sealskin piece slipping over the head, closed by a kolinsky collar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kolinsky
Winter preparedness urged in wartime apparel appeal
Readers are advised to stock heavy woolen stockings waterproof hats and coats for cold weather and outdoor duty. Emphasis on knee and ankle comfort with warmer hosiery and skirts while suggesting affordable waterproof capes as alternatives to oilskin coats.
Wool Scraps Make Afghan Quilts For Convalescents
Use of leftover wool ends to craft colorful afghans for convalescent soldiers described. Large ends crocheted or knitted into three inch wide straps ten inches long, joined with black to form decorative motifs. Smaller ends knit into diamond shapes, connected similarly, with oilcloth patterns inspiring standout designs.
Monkey fur trims chic winter frocks with bold flair
A vintage fashion note says monkey fur trims are popular for winter dresses. Designers pair black fur with chiffon or georgette, using knee length tunics and flowing bell sleeves. A black chiffon frock with silver slip and pearl beads adds a refined accent.
It You Have Anything To Gel A Star
A fragmented OCR item mentions a star and a possible gel or adhesive context. Details are unclear but suggest a note about a star needing gel material. No dates or locations are readable. Further text required for precise extraction.
Constipation relief tale from Meadowsville resident
Mrs. Pearl Patrick writes of severe constipation and sour stomach. After doctor medications worsened digestion she used Black Draught, reporting easy laxative action, improved digestion, and normal bowels with no griping. She praises Black-Draught as a fine laxative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadowsville
Pearl Patrick
Thedford
Wounded Boy Is Back Home Again
William Bowman the son of Mr and Mrs William Bowman of North Kent Street has returned home from overseas. He left May 26 and trained at Camp Lee Virginia before joining Company I G Sixth Infantry Fifth Division in France. He was wounded in both legs by a barbed weapon during heavy fighting around Verdun as American forces defended Paris. He had been in a French hospital for weeks before returning home yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William ¥. Bowman
William £.Bowman
North Kent Street
Winchester
Bowman
Camp Lee
France
Sixth Infantry
Verdun
Paris
Bargain Rate Subscriptions Renewals Feature
Readers can renew subscriptions at a bargain rate, with renewed terms highlighted by Tad Star and mutt 10 as the renewal option. The notice urges prompt action and specifies renewed pricing details for a limited period.
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Mutt 10
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