Why Do Men Wait on Women An Atlantic Monthly Reflection
An Atlantic Monthly passage explores male chivalry as an instinctive urge to defer to women, outlining three stages: attract attention, please, and serve. It humorously notes varied male antics to impress, from spoiling patent leather shoes to reciting poetry, dressing to impress, and adapting fashion trends for summer elegance and bachelor culture.
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Women leaders in insurance and clubs featured in talks
Mrs I C Rawson stands as the sole woman member of the Association of Life Insurance Presidents. Lucia Ames Mead will discuss peace and arbitration at the upcoming biennial session of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Louisiana and Texas state universities have selected women scholars.
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Woman and the Ballet Fragments Stir Anti Suffrage Commentary
A Colorado woman provokes anti suffragist cohorts by flaunting outdoor sports rifle skills and hunting prowess while supposedly feminine. The piece questions true femininity and notes she voted for Bryan, suggesting suffrage may come “for the asking” despite her remarks. Baltimore Star.
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Jabot fashions described with trimming along left edge
A fashion note observes jabots showing increased trimming on the left edge this year. It describes frills attached to a straight insertion strip, frills falling to the left, and new fad cuffs matching high stocks of fine batiste and lace.
Barbaric hair styles popular in fashion columns
The article notes women embrace flamboyant hair trends with unsanitary switches such as braids and swirls. It highlights oriental decorations like stone strings and tiara bands, with simple ribbon bandeaus praised as the prettiest look and rare when seen without false hair.
Summer fashion notes and intercollegiate debate update
Dotted foulards and tussah silks are popular for summer outfits with coats, trimmings, and debutante bonnets. White frocks and rough white woolens appear in tailor coats, skirts, and afternoon gowns. The subject for a forthcoming intercollegiate debate is set in Texas. The Woman's Progress Association of New South Wales votes 300,000 to raise teachers' salaries. The Norwegian royal family members are noted for shooting skills.
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Needlework Notes on Embroidered Belts Bags and Buttons
Embroidered raffia belts bags and purses show well in displays while iridescent butterflies beetles and dragon files inspire colorful embroidery. A few embroidered buttons add charm to evening coats and Dresden colors create dainty effects. The cabin stitch with heavy silk remains popular for finishing dressy gowns outlining panels revers collars and cuffs. The Passing of the old Bachelor notes a fading crusty solitary type.
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King seeks title to 4400 acres of Fer ry Lake for oil play in Louisiana
John B King of Texarkana has filed at the general land office to claim 4 400 acres around Fer ry Lake in Caddo parish Louisiana arguing the land was never transferred to the state. The case before Commissioner Dennett involves oil prospects valued around 5 000 000 with King planning to locate wells once title is secured. The Louisiana state officials may contest, while Tex as and Louisiana border areas are noted as rich oil regions. The argument included John J Lewis J A Tellier and J D Korner in support of Kings claim. The decision date remains undecided.
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Budding Merchant Tales of a Jewelers Shop
In a brief tale a jeweler leaves his boy Sam in charge and warns him to enforce payment. Sam boasts of sales, claiming he secured money from a customer for brass rings marked with prices, including a nickel and ninety eight cents. The scene underscores a lesson in trust and responsibility.
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Allingtown Women Organize Fire Protection Effort Fair
Women of Allingtown Connecticut organize a country fair to raise funds for fire apparatus and plan to form a women’s brigade of the fire department. Mothers are advised to use Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething children.
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John D Rock Lover Builds Secure Foundation
John D. gathers a large rock collection to lay a secure foundation despite opposition, a plan presented in the Chicago Tribune. The narrative frames his persistence and purpose behind the stone buildup.
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Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Ease Powder Ad
Ad copy for Allen's Foot-Ease powder claiming to cure painful swollen feet and ease shoe fitting. Encourages sample free and purchases from druggists and shoe stores. Mentions A. S. Olmsted Le Roy New York. Then notes scientists propose vegetation on Jupiter Saturn Uranus Neptune.
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Pettit's Eye Salve Provides Instant Eye Relief
Pettit's Eye Salve claims instant relief for irritated eyes caused by dust heat sun or wind. Distributed by Howard Bros Buffalo. Product advertised as remedy for ocular irritation with quick soothing effects.
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Reason for the Name and the North Pole Hat Design
In New York the Sun reports a dispute over a hat named by the purchaser and her husband. The second milliner confirms the design will be central to the quarrel, framing it as a legal matter between spouses.
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