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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1890
Page
4
The article argues that a woman's personal relation to fashion shapes perception of character and aims to help readers choose styles that are becoming. It urges studying incoming trends and suitableness, comparing dressing to a physician diagnosing a disease to avoid simply echoing trends.
A woman explains she designs and sews her own outfits choosing fit style and color from experience. She warns against pure novelty and urges careful selection of material and cost, leaving execution to the practical dressmaker or wearer. The piece argues women should craft their own attire rather than rely on others.
The article cites Annie Jennett Miller urging healthful dressing as primary in toilet fashion, while dress reform debates continue among women. It muses on the impracticality of universal change due to diverse body forms and ongoing fashion constraints, illustrating concerns over waistbands and sleeves.
A local column discusses Annie Jenness-Miller’s dress reform movement among men and women. The writer questions moral outcomes, describes proposed garments like the Gordon sash, plain white linen, and specific color coordination with sashes, ties, gloves, and hosiery.
The author advocates home comfort and a gown suitable for both body and soul. They praise house Greires for comfort luxury and economy, question dress practicality in public, and imagine a lady dressed simply versus extravagantly for an afternoon visit.
A fragment describes a fashion debate on robes de part and morning gowns worn by early callers. The text notes a bachelor misreading a visit, with commentary on colors and a blue watered morning robe paired with a ribbed waist and lace frills for the sleeves.
A fragment sketches mid 19th century church fashion and gender roles with debate over women’s bonnets provoking sermon hearing disputes. It hints at social critique of women’s dress at worship and the male reaction to modest attire versus personal distraction.
The East End fair raised funds through a week of booths organized by Mrs Rankin, Mrs Wilson, Miss Crooks, and Miss Boreland. Sales included laundry items, beeswax, and cake with receipts totaling 318 dollars, plus 46 dollars in another booth. A central art gallery and a Punch and Judy crowd drew strong patronage and significant totals. Merchandise such as brushes and dusters boosted profits, while Ms Beggs and Miss Boreland earned praise for ingenuity and the event overall collected substantial sums.
Mrs. Josie Pender hosts a select party of ladies on Tuesday evening. Multiple events follow across neighborhoods including Miss Nellis Jones’s Philadelphia ties and Miss Edna Brides’s reception at Cociorama Hall in Albany. The piece lists numerous parties, engagements, entertainments, a double engagement for Zeugechmidt twins, and a Braddock party for Elmer Zerner with guests from Sharpsburg and nearby towns.
Harry Dershiner and Albert Sneadoer hosted a wheel social at Mr Charles Dice’s home on Wednesday night with music dancing and elaborate hors d oeuvres. Guests included Theodore Inbrenner the Braun and Doyle families and many local residents enjoying a long revel that stretched into daylight.
Mrs Douty of Ypsilanti visits sister Mrs William Dravo. Mrs Sproull of Allegheny stays in Sewickley during Europe trip. Mr and Mrs Weldon return from trip. Earnest Sinclair of New City visits cousin Mrs James Cuddy in Allegheny. Miss Mollie Stech and Miss Nettie Moors visit Carrie Ross in Hulton. Mrs Martha Stewart and Mrs EL S. proof visit New Alexandria resident S L Gilson in Sewickley. Mr and Mrs J Porter of Allegheny plan short Treen Ge trip and return tomorrow. Mrs Nellie Keeffe and Miss Nora Casey return from Youngstown after week with Miss Hattie Bullivan.
Osborn station residents Mr. Will Arrott recently left for the beddas and Mr. James Gilmore settles in a new home on Heaver street. The Misses Graff staged a small theater at the Grand House. Miss Theta Quay wed Mr Robert Seeak in a notable ceremony. The Presbyterian Ladies Missionary Society raised funds at Mr Franklin Osburn’s residence with ice cream and sweets. The Centime Club meets Saturdays at Mrs Graff’s home for French conversation.
A bold advertisement touts Agra and Agha carpets as the strongest best wearery carpet for the money. It claims new Agra is highly sought after and on display for a short time. Sold at favorable prices by Edward Grost singer’s carpet palace at 627 Penn Avenue.
Dickson the Tailor offers cleaning and repair to save the expense of buying a new suit at 60 Fifth Ave corner Wood Street second floor. Telephone 1558.
Advertises for cleaning and repair services at 65 Fifth Avenue corner Wood Street second floor with telephone 1558. Includes note about regular business and contact details.
Local textile sale offers over 100 sty ginghams at 1200 per yard, a strikingly high price for fabrics. Auction notes indicate limited stock and premium quality, drawing buyers seeking luxury materials.
The Academy of Music and Harris Theater showcase Bryant and Richmonds All Star Vaudeville, Paul Kauvar at the Bijou, and Haworth, Rochelle, Pixley, and Gillette among others. McCullough memories, Elks charity event, and new Gilbert and Sullivan operas highlight a bustling Pittsburgh stage week with lectures, benefit shows, and crowd-pleasing dramas guiding the city’s cultural calendar.
Josten Haworis receives warm greeting planned at the Bijou Theater for the premiere of Paul Kauvar. A local lodge delegation will attend to honor the actor, famed since Hoodman Blind, with the show described as a premier dramatic work and top production of the season.
The piece reports on Parry's failed San Francisco season and notes various Broadway and opera plans including Marjorie Bonner set to star if Franesco and Jefferson perform at the Grand Opera House for three nights starting Thursday. It mentions other productions, casting, and upcoming revivals affecting the theater scene.
The article surveys current art happenings including Mrs Raafppho Mivens flower study at Young's, Henny B Petres water colors at Gillespie gallery, A B Wall landscape work, Elgiman collection sale results, J A Sadvt youth portrait, and Join Donaghy railroad riots scene painting. It also chronicles George Inness attempting painting with his damaged left hand after an arm fracture, aiming to continue his career with adapted technique.
Fragmentary ad notes a suit purchase at a Fifth Avenue address with a phone number. It also mentions a car and Wood Street, a second floor location, and references beer brewed by Swope. The text references reliable products and best dealers.
The Grand Army Day Committee in Pittsburg struggles to raise funds for a proper observance. Proposals include forming a Southwestern Association and a simpler event with dress parades, social gatherings, campfires, and a modest budget around 800 dollars to cover ground rentals and band.
The obituary notes the burial of Alice, daughter of Comrade Bernardoo of Plant 157, with memories of her cheerful disposition and the family’s deep sorrow. It mentions the funeral remarks and the intense love expressed by relatives, while describing her passing after a brief illness.
Local notes honor Comnaps Jon H Jones burial by Post 151 on a Sunday observance. Reports of sickness and recovery among posts 155 141 161 and 129 highlight community fraternal activity, elections, raffles, and sympathy for a family tragedy. The scene includes references to Aldermanic contests and a drum performance at the Bijou, with thanks to Colonel Thomas K Wart and Pennsylvania Railroad staff.
Sons of Veterans leaders report Camp 4 member elected to the Common Council from the ward last Tuesday. A Mansfield meeting will elect officers tomorrow evening. The new camp will be mustered soon as Camp No 15 enters.
Fragmentary OCR notes show an Encampment to be held at Fn Wood on the second Wednesday in October with discussions on per diem allowances. Mentions Tom Nations and a Senior Vice National Commander role in a preparatory presentation.
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