Brilliant Writer Mrs Lollie Belle Wylie Emerges in Atlanta
The article profiles Mrs Lollie Belle Wylie born in a French seaport town, raised in Atlanta, and a prominent Atlanta journalist and poet. It notes her work at the Atlanta Journal, a society sheet, and freelance pieces for the Pittsburg Press. It highlights her novel Bayou Ogre a Inde and songs like Thou Art My Prayer. She has joined The Messenger and writes on Buddhism and poetry. The piece praises her character, influence in politics and society, and her role at the capitol with her husband as law librarian, marking the dawning of a brighter career.
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Lollie Belle Wylie
Gulf of Mexico
Alabama
Atlanta
Hart Wylie
James R. Wylie
Atlanta Journal
South
Pittsburg
John Church Company
the Messenger
Atlanta Constitution
Suffrage Voices at Albany Constitutional Hearing
The scene features Miss Anthony addressing the 70 year old advocate and a male committee in Albany’s assembly chamber. She recalls prior efforts, while Mrs. Lil lie Devereux Blake and Mrs. Mary Seymour Howell follow with legal and heartfelt appeals for enfranchisement. Howell speaks of personal loss shaping her drive.
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Anthony
Assembly
Albany
Judiciary Committee
Lillie Devereux Blake
Mary Seymour Howell
The Woman of One Society and Deepened Service
In an era of many clubs women should focus on one society to create lasting impact. The piece argues that joining many groups diffuses effort, while concentrated service yields strong leadership, clear judgment, and reliable commitment, as shown by examples from organizers and presidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Philadelphia Telegraph
Abbott backs coeducation and women’s home role
Dr. Lyman Abbott argues coeducation is acceptable and praises women’s freedom to choose careers if desired. He notes marriage as positive, suggests social progress will place men as breadwinners while women handle homemaking, and credits his success to his wife’s support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyman Abbott
Oberlin College
Abbott
Wedding Dress Styles and Bridal Accessories of the Era
The article outlines the traditional white satin wedding gown with a full skirt, Irish point lace, long train, and lace bodice with a high neck. A Russian style veil, orange blossom crown, and shower bouquets of roses, sweet peas, orchids, and carnations define the bridal fashion, plus a violet leather reticule and a jasmine accent trend for brides.
Fashionable Louis XV Style Costume Adornment Report
Describes a refined women's outfit featuring pear silk, pearl jeweled net, petal front, godet folds, large silk revers, and leg o' mutton sleeves. Notes the tight fitting coat silhouette with a full plain skirt and graceful detailing as illustrated by the St. Louis Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Michigan vote rights clash with state office rule
The Boston Woman's Journal notes Michigan's attorney general argues a woman cannot hold state office if she cannot vote. The piece contrasts Wyoming Colorado and North Dakota where women hold the post, and urges that the denial is untenable for capable women in Michigan.
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Michigan
Morehouse
United States
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Wyoming
Colorado
North Dakota
Boston Woman’s Journal
Wyoming Elector Nominee Mrs Sarah Malloy Named
Mrs Sarah Malloy of Laramie county, wife of Union Pacific official Larry Malloy, accepts nomination as one of three presidential electors from the Wyoming Republican state convention. Born near Columbus Ohio, she has lived in Wyoming since 1870 and supports women’s suffrage duties when not conflicting with family responsibilities. She has four children, oldest 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Sarah Malloy
Laramie
Malloy
Denver
Mrs Russell Sage Praises Emma Willard as Teacher
Mrs Russell Sage, a prominent figure in feminine philanthropy, lauds Emma Willard for her teaching. She describes Willard’s visit to a class as an inspiration and benediction, noting queenly presence, graceful dress, and courteous conduct as examples of daily life.
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Russell Sage
Wall Street
Suffrage Movement Spreads in Arkansas Alliance
InArkansas a Farmers' Alliance county group pushed for women to vote, facing fierce resistance. Within two years delegates at state and national levels were urged to back equal ballots for men and women, as suffrage advocates campaigned daily with yellow ribbons and a three starved flag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Alliance
Arkansas
Ozark
Ark
Women Entering Law Face Equal Odds Despite Bias
An editorial note from the New York Jewish Messenger says women entering law should expect no special favors. It warns that initial courtesies will not ease the path, and women must win success by equal effort alongside men. The piece also mentions fashion, laundry tips, and domestic crafts, reflecting period concerns.
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New York
Sunday School Lesson Series on David and Promise
A comprehensive review outlines twelve lessons from David’s reign and life with Golden Texts from Samuel and Psalms. It connects Old Testament events to Christ’s future rule, highlights faithfulness and sin, and closes with a study of destructive vices and the path to righteousness.
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David
Judah
Christ
Ish-bosheth
Israel
God of
Jesus Christ
Jerusalem
Dav'd
Jonathan
Saul
Mephibosheth
Absalom
God
Jesus
Hell
Solomon
Joedidiah
Mann
Public Transit Timetable Fragments From Various Stops
A garbled timetable lists multiple stops including Northampton Ware Barre Jeffersons Oakdale Westee Agata South Clinton Berlin South Bolton Hudson Rockbottom Wayside Inn South Sudbury East egret Wayland Weston Waltham Belmont Boston with varied Sunday and morning times, indicating a dispersed schedule snapshot.
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Boston
Belmont
East Sudbury
South Sudbury
Berlin
South Clinton
West Boylston
Cakes
Jefferson's
Ware
Northampton
A.m. Ware
A. m. Barre
South Bolton
A.m. Hudson
Rockbottom
Wayside Inn
East Egret
A.m. Wayland
A. m. Belmont
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Wien
Capitol
Hargat Holt Cahoon
New York Recorder
Women of Societies
Mrs. Sage
South of
England
Golden Text
D. M. Stearns
Gants Mae
Assabet Mills
The
People's By
Conds Company
Maynard, Mass
Boston & Maine Railroad
Southern Division
Central
Massachusetts
Union Passenger Station
Causeway Street
Hudson
Oakdale
Pussulnetie
Dana J. Flanders
Daniel W. Sanborn
W. G. Bean
Supe
Marlboro Branch
Marlboro
South Acton
Maynard
Whitman's Crossing
Acton
Whitman Crossing
J. R. Watson
G.P.A
New Haven
Hartford
R. R
Old Colony System
Northboro
Clinton
Leominster
Sun
Fitchburg
Southboro
Framingham
Lowell
Mansfield
E. G. Allen
A.C. Kendall
Rae
Rufus Wales
Shawmut Ave
Mass
Fitchburgh Railroad
Hicosac
Troy
Saratoga
Lake George
Adirondack
Catskill Mountains
Syracuse
Rochester
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
Hamilton
Toronto
Cleveland
Detroit
Crinecinnati
Chicago
St. Louis
Vermont
Canada
Rutland
Brandon
Middleburg
Vergennes
Burlington
St Albans
St. Johns
Ogdensburg
Ottawa
Montreal
Quebec
Fitchburg Railroad
Washington Street
Robert W. Carter
Charles H. Persons
Stham
Granite
Maple ST
David Harris
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