Rosalind Young Pitcairn Island visitor in San Francisco
Miss Rosalind Amelia Young a great granddaughter of Pitcairn mutineers visits California. She travels from Pitcairn Island with plans for surgical treatment in Napa and a possible Atlantic coast trip before returning to her home on Pitcairn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rosalind Amelia Young
Pitcairn Island
Mindora Berry
van Ness Avenue
Miss Young
Nor
Rosalinda
Young
Folk Island
Pitcairn
Pacific Islands
Honolulu
Napa
California
John Adams
Alexander Smith
Patty
Edward Young
Nancy
Seventh Day Adventists
Rosalind Young
Atlantic
San Francisco Chronicle
Women’s role in education questioned by Ellen Price
Ellen Price of Swarthmore argues women deserve active control in schools, noting Pennsylvania allows women to hold school offices yet denies voting rights for those who appoint them. She cites that only 41 of 18,784 school directors are women, highlighting constitutional and practical barriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen H. E. Price
Swarthmore
New York Tribune
Pennsylvania
Ladies Annexe Trend Rolls Through Elite Clubs
A New York Journal piece notes conservative clubs in Boston San Francisco and now New York weighing ladies reception rooms to welcome women. The column highlights revenue gains hospitality ease and feminine approval while praising club life order and the gradual opening of male domains to women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Algonquin
Somerset
University Club of
San Francisco
New York
Notable Women and Woman Suffrage in 19th Century Debate
A discussion of suffrage leaders grievances about literary women offering little sympathy. Gail Hamilton, Mrs. Stowe, Catherine Beecher, and Isabella Beecher Hooker are noted for opposition. Catherine Beecher argues for public speaking, equal rights, and education but criticizes the suffrage movement's methods. Quote from Helen Kendrick Johnson cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gail Hamilton
United States
Stowe
Catherine Beecher
Henry Ward Beecher
Isabella Beecher Hooker
Woman Suffrage
Helen Kendrick Johnson
Appletons
Popular Science Monthly
Caution to Wheelwomen on Passing and Overtaking
A note warns bicyclists to be vigilant when overtaking on the left and to watch for oncoming wagons from the opposite direction. The importance of this warning is emphasized to prevent collisions on the road.
Southern women honored as leaders of progress and virtue
Mrs. Felton of Georgia and Mrs. King of Atlanta lead national and cooperative movements, balancing public work with family duties. Felton, a World’s Fair official, is praised as a pathfinder for women’s progress challenging prejudice and hypocrisy, while both are lauded for philanthropy and literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Felton
Georgia
National Council of Mothers
Washington
William King
Atlanta
Felton
Simple boot rack keeps boots dry in damp weather
A low cost, easy to make boot rack uses two side brackets and three wooden rods to air boots. One rod supports the back of the boot, two others hold the heels, and adjustable spacing fits different boot sizes for better drying and comfort.
Women and War Voice in Public Duty Debate
In a London Methodist Times piece, Labouchere critiques requiring force for public duty. The author argues a woman’s rise will end bloodshed and favor rational arbitration over base violence, noting women suffer war’s harms yet lack a say in decisions shaping war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Labouchere
London Methodist Times
Grass growing vase and women in office in old notice
An Italian red clay vase seeded with timothy grows green grass for a month as a decorative plant holder. The Gaylord Herald reports a year ago’s experiment electing women to city offices succeeded, with efficient governance. A box seat is suggested for porch storage of wraps and magazines for quick access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaylord
Kay
Fashion cycles mix antique and modern with double skirts
History repeats in dress as overskirt styles reappear with ruffles braids and new trimmings. The revival of overskirts and even bustles prompts questions if heavy draperies or huge bustle silhouettes will return. Some designers and conservative women warn this scare is temporary.
Ladies and Africa travel reports spark debate in press
The New York Times quotes concerns over Western women visiting Africa and whether female tourism will bring progress or problems. The piece notes titles by Mrs Kingsley and other authors as part of a trend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
New York Times
The Season's Belts Styles For Women
The belts this season feature fine kid leather with silver gilt filigree or enamel buckles. Harness belts use plain buckles, a new two buckle side style slims the waist. Leather in all colors matches gowns. black silk belts suit stout figures and slender buckles elongate the waist. Jeweled belts are dressy but not with cotton shirts or dresses. Belts of all kinds measure 1 1/4 inches wide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Home Journal
Summer tea gowns and window dress tips for shops
Describes pale pink crepe de chine gowns with mauve sashes and bows, blue muslin outfits, and a tea coat with brocade and roses. Gives window display advice: angle tickets to street, show gloves from back, keep windows clean, light early, and use black tickets. Notes discover of Methodism papers in London Wesleyan office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
John Wesley
Charles
Selina
Countess of Huntington
Countess of Huntingdon
Charles Wesley
Trains East Schedule Listed by Dana J. Flanders
Train times for multiple stations are listed with departures to Boston, Oakdale, West Boylton, and other stops. Notices describe stop rules and conductor signaling, with officials Dana J. Flanders Daniel W. Sanborn and W. G. Bean named.
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Coltng Ee
Sunda Ware
Oakdale
West Boylaton
Sunsouth
Clinton
South Bolton
A.m
A. m. Hudson
A. m. Rockbottom
Rage
A. Wayside Inn
A.m. Ayland
A. m. Weston
Sunda Cry
M. Waltham
A. m. Belmont
A.m. Boston
Hudson
Aeenaons
Boston
Northampton
South Acton
Maynard
Whitman's Crossing
Rockbottom
Marlboro
Arrive
A.M. A.M
Saturda
Whitman Crossing
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Harper’s Bazar
New York Journal
J.rufus Wales
Shawmut Ave
Marlboro, Mass
Grover Graham
C. D. Hunter
Paeceisr
Robert W. Carter
Tuner
Charles H. Persons
Assabet
the Peoples Dry Goods Company
Mass
Boston & Maine Railroad
Southern Division
Central
Massachusetts
UNION
Causeway Street
Belmont
Bi .m. Seein Albham
M. Weston
Wayland
Wayside Inn
South Clinton
West Boylston
Jefferson's
P.m. Barre
Po Ware
Dana J. Flanders
Daniel W. Sanborn
W. G. Bean
Supe
Pitchbure
Asboro
America
Clement C. Gaines
Poucuxeersie
New Haven
Hartford Railroad
OLD Colony System
Northboro
Leominster
Sun
Fitchburg
Southboro
Framingham
Acton
Lowell
Dene
Sudbury
Mansfield
Sunge
E. G. Allen
Kendall
Pas
Fitchburgh
Hoosac Tunnel
Troy
Saratoga
Lake George
Adirondack
Catskil Mountains
Syracuse
Rochester
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
Hamilton
Toronto
Cleveland
Detroit
Cincinnati
Chicago
St. Louis
Boston and
Vermont
Canada
Bos Rutland
Brandon
Middleburg
Vergennes
Burlington
Ogdensburg
Ottawa
Montanbec
Montreal
Fitchburg Railroad
Se Street
J.R. Watson
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