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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1897
Page
3
A Chicago trend elevates candy making and domestic arts as fashionable accomplishments for women. The piece argues candy craft blends education with social standing, notes apprentice diversity, and cites women of note while reflecting on era ideals of womanly skill and public merit.
A critique of The Sun magazine’s experimental list naming ten American women of enduring fame. The passage expresses disappointment in the selection and argues the list reflects virtue more than intellectual achievement, inviting reflection on who counts as famous.
The Rochester Post and Express quotes Lilian Bell on a rising New Woman movement and vocational aims among society women. It also cites Dr. Louise Fiske Bryson condemning deep mourning attire for health and morale, urging practical dress and lighter, healthier routines.
The text notes ed ribbon stock waning in popularity and predicts women will abandon white neckwear once seen as tidy. It cites a shift from the traditional white linen collar favored a decade ago to newer, narrower bands driven by the tailor made dame, signaling a fashion revival away from white bands.
The New York Post notes the lasting appeal of French organdie with its varied delicate patterns and colors. It cites cheaper substitutes like tafteta and surah lines, plus watered percalines, as affordable alternatives, while warning that some silk organdies priced above a dollar may feature bold devices that displease many fashionables.
Miss Maud Stalnaker of Washington, once refused an adjutant general office translator post for being a woman, is appointed to a higher clerical role in the state department bureau of statistics at $1,200 yearly. The selection follows a civil service exam among four successful candidates, with secretary Olney approving the recommendation.
In Caesarea, Cornelius and his household welcome Peter and Gentile believers. Peter explains God shows no partiality, and the Spirit falls on all who hear the message. Peter and others command baptism, confirming Gentile salvation outside Jewish law.
Mr. Sanborn and Bean announce corrected time table for trains eastbound with multiple station times from Northampton to Boston. Stops notes indicate signaling and passenger drops as specified. Officials include Daniel W. Sanborn general superintendent and W G Bean division superintendent.
An updated timetable for the Marlboro Branch of the Pitchburg Railroad issued on October 5, 1896. Runs, stops, and service adjustments reflected in the corrected schedule for local travelers and rail patrons.
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