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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1894
Page
5
Fashion notes parade dotted veils from beauty-spot and mask styles to carriage veils. White crepe and Brussels net with chiffon edges highlight a season of bold dots, lace borders, and eye catching silhouettes while warning on usability and nose alignment.
An 1910s fashion column surveys veil trends with colors from purple to red, outlining patterns, styles, and price ranges. It notes back tying, long chiffon edges, and popular designs like the mouse trap veil and dotted Tuxedo, plus eccentric varieties such as spider web veils and lace options. Prices span 15 cents to 15 dollars, with care tips and storage advice.
Mrs Corinne Cleveland of Waverly Avenue Newton defends herself after her arrest alongside Edwin Lewis on a complaint from the boy’s mother. She says jealousy fuels Mrs Lewis’s actions as the elder woman is unhappy with her son's matrimonial plans.
Mrs. Cleveland and Mr. Lewis faced legal action over jewelry and silverware tied to Mrs. Lewis in Brooklyn. Court decisions on sanity and property ownership follow, as Lewis seeks control of belongings including a watch and bank book.
About 250 Maiden ladies visited the home department for a patriotic day. Mrs. C. H. Sprague handed out tiny American flags. Mrs. Carrie Dearborn organized a round table for "A Patriotic Repast" with tri colored ribbons and NH flags. The American Peace Society event follows, noting John M. Miles as founder of the Hartford Times and former Connecticut senator.
A Sunday program features Poole's Orchestra and eloquent hymns at 3 p m with a memorial for Oliver Wendell Holmes. Regular services at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m include baptism. Also listed are Y M C A and Union Hall gatherings with sermons on truth and execution. Free admission, visitors welcomed.
A Medford committee of ladies led by Mrs. Hallowell Gibson Crock ett and Crosby hosts a day with a 10 30 cooking demonstration by Miss Anna Barrows on Indian Corn. A lunch la Russe banquet from 2 to 7 30 features czarist decor and Russian attire. Mme Pogosky and Mme Lineff attend a 3 pm reception with a Russian lace maker and music by Mme Lineff. Russian tea at 4. Mrs F H Howard assists press and club activities.
The piece highlights Grace Roosevelt and Ellen Roosevelt as tennis champions and notes Christine Ladd Franklin as a pioneering woman at Johns Hopkins. It traces Franklin's career from Vassar to teaching, joining Johns Hopkins in 1878 and marriage in 1882, and references her literary contributions.
In the Supreme Court yesterday a decree granted architect John L. Faxon custody of his only child Mary F Faxon. Mary will attend a private city school with the school mistress to inform and supervise the arrangements.
The text notes contacting Mrs. Carr the child’s grandmother and Mary’s other relatives about the case. It states the decree is left open for future modification upon sufficient ground being shown and an application may be made hereafter.
Hartford story reports landlord Goodwin of Hotel Wellington Plainville claiming his nine year old son used cash believed stolen by burglars. The child attempted to change a 100 dollar bill when a three year old burned about 1500 dollars. No trace of 2000 dollars stolen from the safe found.
Mr and Mrs Samuel E Stacey of 32 Summer Street Marblehead celebrated their twenty fifth wedding anniversary last evening with over a hundred friends in attendance. Numerous presents were given and an elegant repast served to the guests.
A comparison of women in different eras with spinning wheels and distaffs. The verse contrasts past and later days as women engage in spinning work using traditional tools. It preserves a lyrical, period voice.
The New York Press argues that women gain by investing in education and health rather than luxury. It praises thrift and individual merit over enviroment and fashion, noting working minds and bodies deserve prudent support and self reliance.
A playful exchange references a kiss between Sophy and the poet Mr. Ron do in the conservatory. The remark hints at his pronounced literary tastes, described by a mocking commentator.
In this city on Oct 11 Harriet Elizabeth Fowles daughter of Charles D and Susan Fowles aged 38. Catherine Hanifin wife of Peter Hanifin aged 59 at Roxbury. The Rev F D Sanford at 35 Elmore Street Roxbury aged 46.
Stephen Nelson home to locked door and empty rooms as eviction leaves wife and three children to stay with sympathetic friends. Nelson, a laborer, faced illness and unemployment while rent built up to 23 dollars. neighbors say the family is in hardship as twins arrive and health declines.
The steamboat Highland Maid wrecked yesterday at Long Sault Rapids Rainey Lake. The mail passengers and crew were saved. The boat and cargo are a total loss due to low water and rocks in the rapids.
Five burglars aged 18 to 23 pleaded guilty in Superior Criminal Court before Judge Bond. The gang members were John Burns Joseph Kunz Peter White Max Weisman and Louis Kunz. Kunz White Weisman and Burns were sent to the Massachusetts Reformatory while Loomis and Louis Kunz received probation.
Russell P. Wood longtime Boston Traveller printer and former foreman died at his Vista street Malden home on Thursday night. He retired five years ago and is survived by his wife and two brothers. funeral set for Sunday.
The Board of Police found the four officers negligence due to stupidity and will issue a severe reprimand. Keelan or Swan may be transferred to separate stations. A general order at roll-call will reveal the decision with possible broader station changes.
Fifty four stores nationwide of the Plymouth Rock Pants Company report strong sales and trust in their advertised claims. The 413 Washington Street branch drew large crowds with genuine prizes amid a reduction sale. Despite a short lease, the store claims unprecedented weekly business. Debate remains for skeptics who still ask Do You Wear Pants.
In Suffolk Insolvency Court Judge McKim confirmed offers of composition yesterday afternoon. Wemyss Bros. & Co. 28 percent, George D. Wemyss 20 percent, James Wemyss Jr. 2 percent. A fifth hearing was held on composition offers pending for A. M. Aldrich & Co., Harry L. Aldrich, Alfred H. Aldrich, Albert M. Aldrich.
The Cam bridge resident Daniel R. Sortwell died intestate leaving an estate near 3 million dollars. His son Alvin F. Sortwell is to receive the entire estate under the laws of succession. The widow is provided for by an ante-nuptial agreement.
The Boston fire commissioners opened a fully equipped gymnasium in the department’s Bristol Street headquarters basement. Recruit trainees will attend thirty days of instruction under Lt. Daniel Stevens and gym instructor John J. Perry, a noted athlete from Sidney Australia born June 9 1866 who has long served in athletic clubs and Boston Athletic Association.
Newton committee reports $5812 in cash and $6987 in subscriptions for a memorial to Chief Bixby who was killed en route to a fire. Several lists remain circulating and officials expect total gifts to reach about $8000 before forwarding to the widow.
In Newton on October 12 a push began to form a new military company led by prominent local families. Many Newton young men stand ready to enroll if state militia service becomes possible, as the city currently has only Company C of the Fifth in state service.
Holyoke fire department parade was stalled as several companies refused to march behind a band with a drummer accused of A P A membership. The issue was referred to the fire commissioners and the drummer was removed from the line. parade then proceeded.
The residence of Mrs. J. A. Gordon at Auburndale was entered in the past two days. Silverware jewelry and clothing valued around 150 dollars were stolen through a rear window while the family was away. Police have no exact time and suspect youthful burglars.
A major Biloxi fire gutted the principal portion of the city this morning, destroying the opera house, many stores, and numerous dwellings. Loss estimated at 50 000 dollars.
Commissioner of pensions reports 1893 to 1894 rolls and changes. Pensioners rose from 966,012 to 969,544 as 39,08 new pensioners added and 2898 restored. 37,951 dropped. Certificates issued 80,213. 182,873 claims rejected. July 1 1894 indisposed claims total 619,027 with 287,209 not yet on rolls. Fraud cases and prosecutions noted. total pension outlay 139,864,461.01 with treasury balance 26,205,712.65.
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