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Newspaper
Dubuque Sunday Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1900
Page
12
Catherine Talbot reports from Paris on summer attire and social manners. She describes gowns worn by the elite, including Mrs Charlie Angell, and notes the focus on good manners as essential gentlemanly conduct amidst a cosmopolitan crowd.
The feature outlines fashionable gowns with wide black taffeta collars, ecru linen fabrics, modified bishop sleeves, and piped blouse bands. Silk thread hosiery and lace openwork stockings lead smart looks with patent leather shoes, while long brown holland linen traveling coats reflect dust cloak elegance.
A description notes a dress worn by Princess Victoria of Wales at English races. The sieve plainetting costume features a folded silk collar over a plain base with a back fastening. It is secured by two hooks, left front weakened with eyelets, and the right side secured beneath.
A wartime craze in Britain drives demand for toy soldiers, with German-made figures noted for their finish. The piece also covers summer fashion, veranda living trends, and home perfume making, alongside domestic recipes and household tips.
Menu describes breakfast items including strawberries in pineapple juice chutney savory broiled chicken creamed potatoes toast cafe au lait and chutney savory. Preparation note details cutting chicken livers washing in salt water wrapping each with bacon seasoning and baking ten minutes then serving on fried toast squares with melted butter and watercress garnish.
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