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Newspaper
Pittston Gazette
Location
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1902
Page
1
London editor Henry Labouchere of Truth rarely comments on suits yet faced a recent clash described as a wilful connection with an earlier Truth issue. The piece notes his usual stance and contrasts it with this case.
A fragmented clipping recalls figures tied to early American public life and wartime heroism. Mentions include Samuel Munsie of Springfield and Abraham Zin, with notes on Washington inaugurations. References to Thomas A. Morris, Indiana general, and Dennis Flynn of Oklahoma highlight diverse civic leaders. The piece also notes Charles F. Hand as a war hero and congressional medal recipient, plus individuals connected to journalism and diplomacy.
The article discusses seasonal fashion revivals such as shepherd’s check, color blends, and various detailing like tuckings and appliques. It notes box plaited and sheer fabrics, elbow sleeves on dresses, and the pompadour finish for a transparent close fit.
The piece notes Daniel Chester French and Miss Ane Whitney selecting a heroic statue titled The Ghost Story of Charles Sumner to be erected in Cambridge Mass. The sculptor is linked to New York, with biographical details about Miss Whitney and her age mentioned. The article references old remedies and household topics.
May 31 Chicago and nationwide strike call by the National Teamsters Council to target meat packing houses and major firms if terms are not signed. Locals at Omaha, Kansas City, St Joseph, St Louis pledge to join. patrons warned of meat shortages and hotels and restaurants facing supply cuts. Early reports note the Oregon governor died. other items include a street incident in Bridgeport and a McKinley statue unveiling in Muskegon.
A patchwork item surveys Richard Harding Davis success with a dramatized version of Boldiers of Portune and a new serialized tale. It mentions a couture showcase near White Plains, New York and notes fashion trends from Rome to New York. The piece also touches on ancient fossils, African people, and a medical claim about a cured rheumatism case, then abruptly shifts to urban real estate listings and shop space for sale.
A garbled note mentions an odd clothing mishap with an extra skirt or shirt described as a tastier outfit, while waists are referenced vaguely, leaving an unclear fashion anecdote without concrete names, places, or dates.
Readable fragments describe ladies' skirts offered at 9.98 and 10.50 with handsome drawnwork flounces and fine ik skirts trimmed with embroidery. Ongoing sale emphasis and prices appear, though text is garbled.
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