The Trail of the Good and the Straight and Narrow
A fragment from Brooklyn Life by Franklin Welles Galeins discusses fashion downsizing after shopping trips. It notes hats near the Directoire style gowns and makeup, waves in long plumas, and the urge to change into comf ortable wrappers at home. The piece reflects social norms and personal reform themes in urban fashion.
Trail of the Good guides two Sioux youths to peace
Yellow Horse and Iron Arm reject war and seek the Trail of the Good. After avoiding a reload battle with Gros Ventres and Crows, they help an injured Crow, nurse him back, and return to the reservation. The missionary confirms their path as the white man’s peace and guides their transformation into religious and educational leaders.
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Walkers of the Past Highlight Long-Distance Champs
The forty eight hour walking feature recalls late 19th century greats led by Billy Howes who walked 194 miles in 18 hours 15 minutes. Hibberd set 50 and 70 mile records while George Littlewood logged 531 miles in 138 hours 40 minutes at Sheffeld. Also notes a recipe for waterproofing leather with Burgundy pitch wax turpentine and linseed oil.
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John Astley
E. P. Weston Howes
Vaughan
Hibben
Weston
Billy Howes
Hibberd
George Littlewood
SheMeld
Improving Travel Attire and Women's Rights Advances
Advice on staying neat while traveling by train favors alpaca clothing and simple lingerie blouses with comfortable coats, large hats, and practical accessories. Separately, a New York Sun summary notes laws improving conditions for working women and children across 32 states, including factory inspections and child labor protections, plus expanding female public roles and education.
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