Spring Attirs and Fresh Fashion Weaves
The passage reflects on a yearly wholesale display of varied fashion and novelties. It notes designers creating many new and pretty ideas that captivate observers with fresh colors and weaves.
02 Mar 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1896
Page
1
The passage reflects on a yearly wholesale display of varied fashion and novelties. It notes designers creating many new and pretty ideas that captivate observers with fresh colors and weaves.
The People of Scranton invite all fashion minded women to visit the store for the grand opening of a large display. No purchase is expected now, viewing is the goal. New Jacquard weaves and silk moire effects on multi cupped grounds featured with warm tones and novelty knotted patterns.
An exploration of plaid concepts rendered in refined tones on silk. The piece contrasts traditional bright clan tartans with modern restrained designs, highlighting the texture and visual depth achieved on a delicate textile surface.
A long catalog lists Persians, Flectrines, Mozambiques, Corails, Allroyds, Islet Suitings and many more. The article notes these fabrics are newly available and of equal interest to readers as the few already described, signaling a push into novel textile options.
A retailer notes staple cloths have not been neglected with improved texture and new colorings. The range includes Cashmeres, Serges, Henriettas, Mohairs, Storm Serges, Lansdowne, Whincords, Chevlots, Mohair Coyette, Bicycle Cloths, Zebelines, Bright Plaids and more with better values than last season.
Turmoil grips Madrid as crowds insult the American flag and denounce U S policy toward Cuba. Demonstrations spread to Barcelona with attacks on the American consulate and flag desecration while authorities try to restore order amid growing war scare and naval mobilization.
Washington dispatches report Spain will arrest leaders and punish supporters after protests over U S Senate Cuban resolutions. De Lome notes suggest naval force in readiness. officials warn against escalation. Debate in Congress continues as Secretary Olney is unavailable for comment.
Reading Pennsylvania March 11 died last night of erysipelas. Tt Watkns Hetor one of Joe 10s Star Gager company arrived last Wednesday too ill to give information. If relatives are not heard from by tomorrow he will be buried here.
Berlin reports intensified mood against England as Germany signals no wish to strike alliances. A prominent diplomat says England must prove its vitality while Germany remains aloof. German press is blamed for focusing on attacks on Britain's policy rather than Cuba, with uncertain official guidance ahead.
The morning bulletin lists fair but colder conditions with northwest winds. It notes varied items including a stone attack on the American Consulate in Barcelona and Spain's political tension, a yacht club resignation, stock quotes, and a steamed ship sinking at sea.
A dated letter from Dunraven states his resignation from the New York Yacht Club, noting prior cables and letters to Messrs Ives and Phelps. He cites lack of support for a motion on the books and asks the secretary to record his withdrawal, pending majority approval of the action.
James Kele Mordie cites Hardie as exposing alleged misconduct by members of parliament and Glasgow authorities. The piece compares the revelations to Stead era journalism and accuses leaders of aiding perversion amid a claimed decay in public morals.
Wisconsin and Kansas held Republican county conventions to pick delegates to state and congressional gatherings. In Wisconsin eight conventions instructed for Major McKinley, three did not, while Kansas delegates also largely backed McKinley. The Topeka meeting reported delegates chosen to support his nomination.
Hugh Williams aged 31 was killed by a gas explosion in the Franklin mine near Wilkes-Barre on a Saturday night. John W. Jones was seriously injured and Craniel Waker slightly bruised by rock. the blast occurred in a tunnel as they blasted rock with powder ignited early by accident. Williams, a single man, lived in Wilkes-Barre two years. his parents reside in Utica.
Twenty valuable dogs disappeared in Treading Pa with many found on the outskirts. Among them were several setters. Authorities fear the animals were stolen for rewards and that owners who failed to respond faced the animals being killed or starved. Possible arrests may follow.
A Vallejo dispatch says workers toil day and night to ready a boat for business amid a warlike mood. Chicago report notes Vallejo preparations create tense local atmosphere as clocks tick toward a decision.
Reports claim the Monadnock will depart for San Diego on Monday as naval authorities heed warnings from Spain. The swift commissioning without full trials signals wartime urgency at Mare Island with crews working day and night. The Navy seeks to avoid surprise and move ships from the Aghitle station to reduce excess timber and idle vessels.
Michael Kramer aged 24 killed his mother in a kitchen altercation after a party from New York. He then shot himself, both victims dying instantly. Witnesses report heavy drinking and a quarrel over wine preceding the tragedy. Police found Kramer dead with a pistol wound. his mother lay nearby.
In Jeannette Pennsylvania on March 1 the Lone family home at Migh Park burned. Abs. Long rushed inside to rescue three children as the mother, clothes aflame, escaped to the street. The six year old daughter Margaret died, an infant and mother hospitalized, and a boy escaped unharmed.
London reports Sir Frederick Pollock has prepared Great Britain's case for the Venezuela boundary dispute. The document is printed but not released until Washington receives an earliest copy. The case is described as three inches thick with contributions from Royal Society figures.
James Carey of Binghamton disappeared from home on Christmas Day. His body was recovered in the Susquehanna River near Hickory Grove and brought to Creath Bend before a jury adjourned. Patrick Carey, a brother, identified the remains. The case was reported by the Beranton Tribune from Hallstead.
A pilot named Klaebo, part of the Wievins Kara Sea expedition in 1st, arrived at Aftenblad from west Siberia and says in mid January he heard a customs official claim Dr Nansen was returning from the North Pole, a tale he treated as a joke.
Commander and Mrs Bullington Booth toothed issued a press statement announcing they will form an organization in this country similar to but separate from the Salvation Army. They cannot yet provide details of plans or timing for their new work.
London and Madrid papers mock Uncle Sam as they debate Cuba policy. Madrid leaders doubt U S recognition of Cuban belligerency, while St James Gazette in London says Washington risks trouble by flexing intervention. Both sides frame the issue as a test of sovereignty and neutrality.
Reports from Havana dated February 2 and via Key West on March 1 describe escalating anti American sentiment amid belligerency debates in Congress. Spaniards blame the United States for current troubles as troops and rebels clash near Matanzas and Plantain.
Finley's opens its second spring stock with a wide range of muslin gowns camisole garments and children’s wear. Prices include 69 cents for gowns 1.10 for trimmed gowns 1.50 for cambric sacques 2.00 for Melba gowns and up to 7 dollars for umbrella gowns. The ad highlights home made gowns and sizes for all ages with drawers and dresses listed.
New York reports James Gordon Beret reduced price of the Evening Telegram to one cent. The reduction in the evening edition of the Herald will take effect tomorrow.
Allentown Pennsylvania March 1 State Chairman Hubert E Wright has issued a call for the Democratic State convention to meet in Allentown in April for party decisions and nominations.
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