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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1896
Page
10
Ellen Osborn surveys Sorosis dinner gowns Aubrey Beardsley styles enter fashion Frisian bonnet fades. The piece blends dress critique with social observations on dress codes, sleeves, and the era's chic, noting gowns at Sorosis event and the Beau monde’s influence.
A 1895 sketch celebrates American gems and national pride in jewelry. It notes Montana sapphires, Oregon opals, California quartz, Wyoming moss agate, and Colorado amethysts driving fashions. Fancy pieces feature western brilliants, Montana sapphires, and Navajo stone belts, with emblems like belts, brooches, and hair ornaments highlighting American stones.
A New York Reporter finds Emma Eames Story, Metropolitan Opera star, grounded and busy. The American singer balances home life in London with riding, flowers, and study, while maintaining stage ambitions. She describes a disciplined routine, little time for hobbies, and a passion for German Wagner and constant practice. She wears elegant gowns at tea, including a yellow crepe dress with chiffon and coral velvet accents.
A 1865 certificate witnessed in Athens County Ohio states that Jefferson Cole Sher herd Humphrey and Phebe W Cole appeared before a notary on January 15 1865 to acknowledge signing the certificate. The notary affixed seal and signature in formal acknowledgment.
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