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Newspaper
Moline Daily Journal
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
12
The piece surveys New York politics with reference to Governor Odell's renomination prospects, Tammany Hall's morale, and potential leadership by ex Mayor Hugh J Grant. It notes rapid transit plans, railroad expansions led by George Gould, and city cultural events including Dr. English and the Ben Bolt legacy.
New York reports fashion guidance for the season. It emphasizes simple breakfast gowns in white or light blue, chic boudoir attire, and elegant afternoon dresses in foulard crepe de chine and linen. The piece warns against overinvestment in perishables and favors economy with multiple modest designs.
The article extols the rapid, ever changing summer fashion of 18 hours a day, detailing walking skirts, jackets, hats, and accessories with intricate cuts and contrasting fabrics. It notes lace bodices, patent leather belts, and sheer evening gowns, plus cosmetic trends like tattooed flesh patterns and evening gloves.
A new railroad under construction in Cuba by American and Canadian capitalists has been graded for 74 miles from Santiago, with 35 miles of track laid. Five thousand men are employed, track layers earning 1.60 dollars daily and graders 1 dollar. The line has reached sugar-raising country and uses ties shipped from the United States via New Orleans and Mobile.
A proposal to accelerate German Army promotions by shortening service time required for officers. The plan suggests reducing the active period from forty to a shorter term and increasing the rate of commission by simplifying eligibility and raising admission thresholds.
Special to the Journal outlines a murder trial in which Georgia Judge Bartlett delivers a vivid charge on not carrying pistols. During his demonstration a pistol slips from the defendant’s hip pocket, causing embarrassment before the clerk is asked to record a $50 fine for carrying a weapon.
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