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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1894
Page
8
A humorous verse depicts St Peter at heaven’s gate judging a married couple. The wife boasts of piety and urges admission for her husband, while St Peter ultimately sends the woman to hell and grants the man a seat near the throne for enduring her harsh tongue.
A stranger recalls meeting Debs two years before a strike and taking the Keeley cure with him. John Most hosts as the tale unfolds over beer and toast in a fervent, patient conversation.
Mrs. Croker, wife of the former Tammany leader, enjoys social freedom and domestic life with six living children while recovering from political fallout. The New York correspondent notes her dress, routine, and large household staff as they describe her daily life and leisure. Turquoises are praised for beauty and health, citing Bar oness Burdett Coutts and others with famed collections and the Dhuleep Singh stone as a premier example.
Aya An Wike Aline Wambo A Ole KA rose from wealth to hardship after her father lost all. She taught French in Old Hadley public school, rented frugal lodgings, coached pupils, and won a tough gymnasium contract. Her pluck and high grades mark a remarkable collegiate success.
Mrs Belva A Lockwood wins a Virginia court ruling allowing her to practice law there with full bench present Judge Joseph Christian assisted her counsel The decision follows a prior tie vote and adds Judge Richardson to the panel The long struggle to pass a proper qualified women to practice law in Virginia continues with mixed legislative support and public opinion.
In France pearls and rubies dominate current fashion while diamonds appear in a new neck ribbon with a bow covered in tiny stones, as shown by the Duchess Doudeauville and the Countess Pourtales.
An Englishwoman visiting the United States notes American women often wear ball gowns for informal afternoon receptions. She describes a mother and four daughters in white satin gowns with flowers and jewels at a staircase, greeting guests. She calls the scene incongruous yet a matter of custom.
The article notes 185 male and 1 872 female teachers in Boston public schools with men earning an average 246.06 per month versus women 70.69. It questions why women are paid less for the same labor, suggesting sex-based bonuses and longstanding unequal pay despite calls for fair play.
The New York Press notes a fashion trend among English women of refined society who wear a bold large ring on the first finger of the right hand at the opera. Once vulgar to place a ring on the index finger the style now becomes the latest craze. The solid ecclesiastical look contrasts with delicate hands, sparking amused commentary on decorum and taste.
Miss Lucy Smith, 1893 Roane County public schools superintendent, first proposed a higher education institution for Harriman. Her 1892 county court report urged a first class school, leading to Harriman University which held its first commencement graduating 10 students, five men and five women.
The piece portrays Miss Anne Frances Springsteed as practical and poetic, a dainty, prematurely gray haired woman with serene temperament and nunlike study habits. Known in the Nine teenth Century club she is likened to the Cheeryble brothers for delightful deeds she quietly performs.
At Mrs Mackay’s Carlton House Terrace mansion in London the evening drew many guests. The prettiest woman present was American Mrs Walter Winans in pearl white satin. Young Lady Craven also stood out in white satin with silver embroidery and many diamonds.
Mrs. MacKay appeared in a simple yet striking black velvet gown. Her only adornments were a selection of splendid pearls at her neck and ears, presenting a refined, understated style.
Miss Clara Barton leads the American National Red Cross and a corps of assistants in completing flood relief on the Sea islands of South Carolina. They saved thousands of lives reclaimed hundreds of thousands of acres and aided over 85 000 people to self support. Beaufort citizens formally thank Barton and the Red Cross for impartial aid that prevented many deaths.
The article argues brown is an art shade requiring careful use. It notes that brown shoes demand brown stockings, and that matching brown details near the leather enhance the look. It adds many well dressed women avoid mixing shoe and dress colors.
Nine women observed, the workwear outfit for women is a shirt waist with a dark skirt and sail or hat. Comfortable and cool, it cuts laundry costs and has dominated fashion for three summers. The outfit suits workers and shoppers alike, a great social equalizer.
Miss Jennie Ackerman declined a £1000 gift in Australia preferring to leave it for the women's White Ribbon work. The strong public protest kept the matter pending while Ackerman, seven years in Australia with no fee or reward, may deserve a testimonial from friends.
In Williamsbridge New York the political control centers on Mrs Elizabeth Hielman known as Queen Elizabeth She serves as postmistress real estate dealer Albany lobbyist and notary public She transformed the once sleepy village into a bustling town and reportedly earned 150000 over four years.
A Boston woman muses on universal suffrage in Massachusetts. She argues that with 49 000 more women than men in the state women could control politics if men were disenfranchised, urging unity to seize the political scene.
Mrs Phipps widow of a Carnegie partner has invited Yale players to visit Knebworth and attend a ball in their honor. Her Yale undergraduate son accompanied the team from New York.
The Boston Herald notes Tufts college class day featured girl students marching in the procession for the first time. It adds the change was a pretty variation and more unfamiliar now than in years to come.
Mrs Fanny Purdy Palmer of Providence has been appointed state factory inspector under the new law by Governor Brown. She will serve a three year term with a salary of 1500 dollars annually. Mrs Palmer is described as well educated and a writer of ability.
In New Brunswick Miss Margaret Foley remains overseer of the local stone yard owned by Mr. Nelson the city treasurer who commends her stamina and character. Mrs Grace M Kimball of Oakland California has been granted a patent for a sash fastener that secures windows whether open or closed. Dr Sarah Hackett Stevenson earned a doctor of science degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Says 8S. O. Weeks of Melrose Mass I suffered chronic diarrhoea for over a year until I used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. A fifty cent bottle cured me then two thirds taken stopped a later looseness. Thanks to Mr Stearns the druggist for the tip. For sale by druggists and dealers everywhere.
The Connecticut Humane Society ordered a supply of Bruneau’s device from Appariel F. Bruneau of Paris. A mask fits the animal head and blinds it while a central spike delivers instant brain death. The society aims to replace shooting with this method for diseased or injured cattle and urges butchers to adopt it in slaughter.
Mrs F Butler of Fairhaven Connecticut reports relief from bilious stomach pain using Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. She credits the medicine with curing her symptoms and has recommended it to many others. Sold by druggists and dealers nationwide.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a guaranteed remedy for women's ailments. It claims to invigorate and restore health, offering money-back if it does not cure and targeting girls, women facing menopause, confinement, nursing mothers, and those run down or overworked.
Convenient payment plans make these slightly used pianos affordable. Ivers and Pond Piano Co announces stock appealing to economical buyers and invites letters detailing needs. Entire satisfaction guaranteed.
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