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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Evening Post
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1895
Page
7
Winter fashion feature notes new crepons with stripes and surface hairs, plaid designs, satin stripes, and fur-inspired velvet mixes. Describes velvet usage in street and evening gowns, Louis Seize casaques, cashmere velvet bodices, alpaca and mohair in mourning wear, and a detailed alpaca crape mourning costume by JuDICE CHOLLET.
Parisian notes describe velvet blouses, lace trims, and fur accents as key for smart costumes. New hats feature blue velvet with feathers amid a shift from broad heels to medium high military styles. The piece highlights Louis Quinze and Seize corsages, long draped skirts, and a new princess gown with straw satin and blue embellishments.
Dr John Hall preaches to Americas wealthiest congregation at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian New York. His plate receipts reach substantial sums, with a salary of 15000 dollars yearly, mansion valued at 75000 dollars, and extensive patronage from parishioners. Born in Ireland sixty six years ago, he stands six feet three inches tall in clerical gown.
The United Garment Workers of America report ten years of battle against sweatshops and progress from a recent Baltimore convention. They cite gains in shorter hours and higher wages though more victories remain. Charles F Reichers of New York is highlighted as a key leader.
Sir Walter Wilkin, a wealthy yeast importer, has been installed as lord mayor of London. A Conservative and prominent Mason, Wilkin previously served as sheriff in 1893 with Sir Joseph Renals and received knighthood during the Duke and Duchess of York wedding. He is noted as a leading figure in several major undertakings.
M. H. Moloney, Illinois attorney general, is a tall vigorous figure known for busting trusts. His notable win was dissolving the Whiskey trust, and he continues pursuing large firms including the Pullman Palace Car company and the Spring Valley Coal company. Born in Ireland 46 years ago, he studied for the priesthood before turning to law after arriving in America 18 years ago.
Hungary marks ten centuries of independence with a national exposition to open next year in Budapest. Baron Desiderius de Banffy, prime minister, leads the project with a six month timeline. The fair spans 510000 square meters and features numerous attractive buildings.
The 24 year old balloonist Eckhart recalls a death defying Iowa incident during a 6000 foot ascent with parachute drop. He explains inflation with hot air, balloon dimensions, and the risk of strong air currents over rivers. He emphasizes safety and experience in his perilous trade.
The account describes aeronauts facing upper current dangers and the need for well sized parachutes. It covers rope control to dish a parachute around obstacles, a near mishap with two opposing air currents, and the nervous strain of long flights. Noted is a pilot’s heartbeat rising to 150 before ascent and calmer rest in darkness.
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