Are Widows Going Out of Fashion in Gotham Society
New York society debates a dearth of widows as wealthy men die and leave young, rich spouses. Prominent ladies are named, while experts like Depew and Shrady weigh in on whether widows or divorcées shape fashion, with critics noting a rising scarcity and calls for a remedy.
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Gotham
Deturtanté
Rorelangeey
Ian
Jacob Astor
House of Vanderbilt
Brockhurst Cutting
Joseph W. Drexel
Elizabeth Lawrence Gilinan
Frank Westie
Fred 3. Pearson
Marquise Lanza
van Rensselaer Cruger
Theodore A. Have- Meyer
Fred Neilson
JP Whernochun
Adel Ladenburg
Gouveneur Kortwright
Johu Vinton Carlgren
Wiliam Post
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Henry Clews
Pierpont Morgan
J M Waterbury
Hermann Ocrichs
Ogden Mills
Clarence
Depew
Chauncey
M Depew
Medemuiselle
Chic
Banator Depew
George F. Shrady
Peope
Burke Roche
Dunap Hopkins
de la Mar
New York Telegraph
Ohio launch dazzles San Francisco crowd in Bay view
A vast crowd gathered to watch the launching of the battleship Ohio at the Union Iron Works in San Francisco Bay. Spectators filled stands, paid admission, and witnessed the vessel slip down the ways amid ceremonies and military salutes as President McKinley received a gold plate souvenir from workers.
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Cal
Union Iron Works
Ohio
Olivan
Christian Hill
Oshkosh
Lake
Winnebago
Slocum
Union Tron Works
McKinley
Works
Trom “Smi
Eea
Cramps
Chas
A. Emerson
Old Glory
Woman’s last rite in quiet dress amid final surrender
A poetic contemplation on a woman choosing a private end by drugs or acids, preserving gentility to the last. It contrasts a refined wardrobe with death, noting that even in final moments she avoids public appearance in unbecoming attire as reported by Exchange.
Wealth in New York Hidden Estate Lists Revealed
A Wall Street source describes vast New York wealth hidden in unsettled estates. He notes a New York born owner with real estate over a million lost to public view after death. May erweather and similar fortunes exist beyond public knowledge. He warns directories are scarce and lists guarded by some trusts. The piece also notes varied notices and local ads about trains and tourism.
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New York
Wall Street
Mayerweather
Iruat
Wisconsin Central excursion and rail fare notice
Rural transportation and excursion rates announced by Wisconsin Central and associated lines. Listings include Milwaukee departures, Oshkosh connections, and return times, with prices for various destinations such as Kangana City and Kilbourne City. Also details on Homeseekers' excursions, Pan-American Exposition trips, and low California rates from Chicago with agent contacts.
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Grand Trenk Railway
Wil Grant
Buffalo
Niawara Tals
Clark Street
Chicago
Kanaan Chix
Suneath
Wisconsin Central R'ye
Kangana City
Iimperial Council
Myrtle Shrine
L. Atwood
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul, R’y
Kilbourne
Wisconsin River
G. A. Comatock
Wisconsin Central Ry
Tcket
W. J. Atwood
N.Y
W. B. Kniskern
Gas lighting supply details and free pendant fixture offer
The text states that all gas supply piping for illumination is paid by the consumer. It notes the company will furnish each new gas illuminating customer a neat two light pendant polished brass free of charge.
They Want to Look Well Even in Death
A police brief notes women who commit suicide often dress in their best clothes for the act. Reports describe the dead as wearing elegant outfits, silk garments, broadcloth skirts, silk petticoats, and the best shoes, reflecting a concern for appearance regardless of the method.
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Birregurra
Gettler
Tong
Aureides
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