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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1897
Page
7
Marks Bros offers 4 inch Batiste at 6c, Tulle Chatelaines at 5c, Dimities in navy and black at 4c, sheer organdies at 8c, all reduced from higher prices. The sale features stripes polka dots and Persian designs, with prices a quarter of the usual as the stock is cleared.
Half price sale on ladies and misses wrappers with new stock arriving yesterday. Items include figured lawn wraps 50c, fine linen skirts 59c, and imitation Irish Point Shams and Scarfs discounted to 20x36 49c 65c. Embroidered Swiss fabrics offered at 37 1/6c to 50c a yard, with Atlantic City delivery.
In Wilmington on June 22 the City Council ordered a crackdown on unmuzzled dogs after the death of Willie McKee. Fifteen canines were killed in one day as authorities vow to continue the campaign. Also noted are the winter expiry of P T E Smith’s bank theft sentence and Salvation Army meetings halted by police commissioners amid charter debate and political concerns.
The Reading Company and the Philadelphia and Reading Railway Company filed an answer in Common Pleas Court denying that 1887 agreements between the Pennsylvania Railroad and the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad damaged Reading property or created liens after the Reading system went into receivership and foreclosure.
Salem reports Harry Haney a 40 year old fisherman vanished after returning to his cabin with two youths. His unlocked cabin, untouched meal, and missing money suggest robbery and foul play. The body is reportedly found in the creek, with suspicion of murder by locals.
Acting Secretary of War reverses court martial sentence of Francisco Fancuilli leader of the Marine Band. Arrest is lifted and dismissal with bad conduct discharge is set aside due to his past good record. Union of Marine Band hopes Congress will upgrade his rank to commissioned officer to prevent future mistreatment.
Lawyer John T. Temple filed with the Court of Pardons a petition signed by many Atlantic City citizens and jurors seeking the release from state prison of Barney O Neill who is serving an eighteen year sentence for burglary and assault in a 1895 cottage entry case that injured Isaac R Davis and his sister.
Assistant U S District Attorney McCullen sought removal of Herbert J Krenrich from York Pennsylvania to Buffalo New York where he faces an indictment for aiding and abetting the misapplication of funds from the Stanwix National Bank of Rome New York. The former treasurer of the York Canning Company and Baltimore Condensed Milk Company is accused in connection with about 38000 dollars taken from the bank. The cashier George Warnard is noted as having died by his own hand in January 1896.
The sale of seats for veriscope pictures of the Corbett Fitzsimmons contest opens today at the Chestnut Street Theatre box office It offers Philadelphians their first chance to view a reproduction of the famous boxing match The machine records every movement of both men across fourteen rounds with remarkable realism and excitement is high.
Hugh Schievlin of Morristown was injured when a loaded revolver fired while he tried to remove a pencil stuck in the barrel. The pencil lodged in his windpipe and a bullet struck his jaw, with recovery expected after tubes feed him for some time.
Two renowned musicians join Damrosch and the New York Symphony Orchestra at Willow Grove Park for solo numbers this evening. Jan Koert, violin soloist and former concert master of the Rotterdam Grand German Opera, is highly regarded for Beyreuth festival shows and service to Damrosch and Thomas. Karl Hampe, trumpet soloist, recently starred with the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Joseph Elison contractor of Pottsville and Miss Charlotte M Ackerman wed today at St John s German Catholic Church by Rev F W Longinus. The reception at the bride s home was elaborate with guests from across the state.
The article recalls 19th century accessories and garments such as embroidered collar bands cuffs under-sleeves and handwork lace. It notes linen under-sleeves worn with most outfits, the shift in sleeve design by 1865, ornate evening gowns, and evolving hats from bonnets to Leghorn styles influenced by Eugenie. It ends by judging hoop skirts as hindering movement and predicting taste changes.
A veil’s fit and tone advance or ruin a costume. The mesh should suit the wearer’s complexion, avoid wrinkles, and be tucked neatly at the back. Too thin or too thick mesh harms the effect, while plain medium dots are common, with elaborate veiling popular in finest wear.
The essay compares animals and humans and argues that humans uniquely seek social dining. It notes animals dine alone or only with close sharing, while humans invite others to eat as a duty and social ritual, even if not preferred. It suggests a social origin for dining together.
Summer fashion features double veiling with plain white tulle over black and dotted chiffon over red. Edged veils are less flattering than a full piece veil, while Victorian revival veiling with tiny flower sprays pairs with larger hats worn loose from the brim, echoing fifty years ago.
A writer in Figaro notes Queen Victoria shuns many artists with her commands and keeps a Windsor painter to touch up bought works. Some RA members refuse to sell, and a Riviera painter refused an order he judged ugly. A tale links gilding refinement to an editor who edits contributors excessively.
The author reflects on ancient habits of inviting others to dinner as a mark of civilization and argues modern society preserves dining rituals as a sign we are not merely animals. The piece questions whether continuing social dining is necessary now that other proofs of humanity exist.
A clover luncheon features small green enameled tables, three covers per setting, linen centerpieces with clover and pink blossoms, clover leaf menus for guests, and golden date embossing. A cut glass bowl holds clover blossoms with green ribbon accents, tableware in greens and pistache ice cream with pale green bonbons. The hostess’s gown in clover pink and green completes the ensemble.
The Feminine Observer notes Mrs. Howard Cardoza sails for Europe this morning. Hats with plumes blaze at Saengerfest visitors while merchants push badges and souvenirs for visiting German singers. Linen costs ten cents a yard and pink frocks with black lace captivate onlookers at Lennon's window.
Fashion notes praise the enduring appeal of fancy blouses with gauze prints in bright colors. Descriptions highlight bodice shapes, chiffon kilted designs, white waist ribbons, and diamond slides, with fabrics like China silk and peach lisse in yellow, orange, and apricot hues.
The article outlines ecru batiste and silk gowns trimmed with ecru or colored ribbons, including striped relief ribbons, organdic trims with silk dots, and silk selvedge. It notes uses for young girls, veiling flounces with selvedge edges, and dress details such as foulard models with shirred sections and embroidered grenadine over colored silk in dinner gowns.
Special Telegram reports two men Charles McCormick and William Hannah escaped Bellefonte jail last night by digging through a wall with improvised tools. They climbed a 20 foot wall and fled toward Penns Valley, with blood evidence near the exit and police tracing tracks east toward Lewistown. Both are about 40 to 45, jailed for robbing a tailor shop.
A bill in equity filed in Common Pleas Court No 2 seeks to restrain the Union and Philadelphia Traction Companies from using the northeast corner of Thirteenth and Mount Vernon as a power house for street railway electricity. Plaintiffs, nearby property owners, allege vibrations and nuisance harming business and real estate values, and accuse the defendants of failing to install proper foundations and devices to absorb vibrations and control exhaust.
Charles A. Dyas a spring elected Justice of the Peace and East State street office holder has vanished after last being seen giving legal papers to Constable Ford. His wife and child remain at home in fear. No motive or cause is known.
In Ingomar Franklin township Pa on June 22 Miss Clara Thompson aged 28 died after swallowing paris green at her home. She had suffered mental troubles and became very melancholy. She told relatives after taking the poison but died about five o clock this evening.
A verdict of not guilty was returned for James Thompson charged with murder in the death of Frank Haslett. The two men, once close friends, quarreled after a January 12 delegate election, but no heavy blows were struck. Haslett died April 7 from erysipelas linked to a jaw abscess. The assistant district attorney sought to drop the case, and Judge Beitler instructed the jury to render a not guilty verdict.
Deputy Marshal Foster brought John B. Firestone former teller of the Dillsburg National Bank to Moyamensing Prison Philadelphia charged with false bank entries. Authorities say a $13 500 shortage resulted from embezzlement and bondsman covered the amount. He is to be prosecuted for forged entries and held for trial in Harrisburg in default of 5000 dollars bond.
At a special Port Wardens meeting a resolution of regret was adopted for the death of Christian K. Ross late Master Warden of Philadelphia. The message noted his acceptably long service since 1878 and praised his self sacrifice after his son's abduction and his decisions in the state and city interests.
Special Telegram reports Auntie Raymond, an elderly Black woman from Jericho east of the city, died aged at least 108 and possibly 112. She outlived two husbands and had several children, with Martha Gilbert in Philadelphia as a surviving daughter. Her marriage to a man named King in Philadelphia in 1812 is noted along with other family details.
Frank Miller of Gilberton broke his back and right leg after a coal fall at Draper Colliery. William Mitchell of Lansford lost a hand and was injured by a dynamite cap blast at Tamaqua. Panther Creek Valley collieries owned by Lehigh Coal and Navigation Co suspended operations for the rest of the month after three shifts since June 15. A stray fragment of text mentions a church convention and two names, Mrs Avand e Gass and Mrs Wil Bleck.
A compilation of reader answers covering Semitic terminology Epic and Lyric poetry Paracelsus and his era. It explains presiding officers voting rules and notes differences in Senate and House voting. It ends with technical discussion of submarine telegraph cables and transmission speeds.
Advertisement notes fast time frequent trains prompt service and excellent dining cars on the Royal Blue Line to Washington. Mentions Rock Rathesst engines burn coke and no dust.
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