Truth, Fashion, and Frustration: A Glimpse of Modern Woes
Catherine Talbot muses on society's fear of truth, the fake polish of social life, and the hollow manners that drive concealment. The piece critiques insincerity, notes changing fashion trends from hip sashes to Parisian lizard skin, and ends with style tips for Froissy and a nod to charitable attire. It blends social commentary with fashion columns and local observations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soslely
Pais Clan
Euther
Artler
Hawto
Mavek
Potter Palmer
Parle
States
Famous Couturieres
Dorchester House
Radfor
Fuet
Joby Ward
Greev
Catherine Talbot
Pretty Petticoats and Petticoat Frill Craft Notes
A vintage column extols dainty underwear fashion focusing on petticoats and frills. It discusses neatness, smartness of the petticoat, and economic tailoring by using a deep frill attached to a foundation with buttoned upper parts.
The Art of Conserving Working Ability Through Willpower
A column urges saving energy and money by cutting trivial worries, eating and sleeping scientifically, and avoiding overexertion. It contrasts American fashion with Paris styles, notes practical dress trends like short waisted skirts, and praises self discipline. It also observes changing bridal nightgown designs and social manners toward horses and common courtesy.
Irregular Verbs and Fluid Advice in Spread of Wisdom
A jumble of sermon notes and anecdotes discusses marriage, self control, and health. Father Vaughan warns against misreading a wife’s moods while urging adequate fluid intake to prevent gout and other ailments. It notes Barrie’s mixed remarks to Smith College girls and ends with a moral about generosity during a church collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vaughan
J. M. Barrie
Smith College
Also Mentioned on This Page
Liz
South America
Paris
Clermont
Frotssy
Oise
Uttle
Onsy
Chlef
Tra
Yale
Tna
Allie
Parlienne
Directoire
Saunda
Mather
Casino
Pepe
Kind Heart
Slin
Shafta
Ming
Galt
Ataplen
Brod
Frank Jay Gould
Iéa Greeley Smith
Catone
Nicholas Smith
Horace Greeley
Nisola
Reportortal Sts
New York City
Roach
Mr. Barrie
Pam
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