Sam Houston Coach Ends Historic Run In Shiner Alley
The Sam Houston stage coach, a relic of early Texas days, was torn into pieces and moved from Patterson's livery alley in Shiner after 1841 service between Austin and Brenham. Once a six to eight mule outfit, it survived many fights and holdups with bullet marked wood and carried guards against Indian attacks. Abandoned in 1873 as railroads took over, it now lies removed, its historic journey ending in a waste heap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patterson
Sam Houston
Am Houston
Texas
Austin
Brenham
San Antonio
Austin Statesman
Safer Thunderstorm Position Advised By Electrician
An eminent electrician warns that reclining away from walls is safest during a thunderstorm. He notes a person on a bed away from metal or brass furnishings could scarcely be injured even if lightning strikes the house. He cautions against lying on brass or iron beds with metal headpieces or erecting supports.
Fashions Describe Elaborate Gowns and Hats with Lace and Silk
A series of 5 detailed garment descriptions outlines gowns in white chiffon with bullion lace and Gainsborough hats, lavender batiste ensembles with black velvet trim, a black chip hat with jade green accent, a pink linen frock with black satin sash, and a white batiste child’s dress with pale blue satin adornments.
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Gainsborough
Batiste
Linen dress with pale green fabric and embroidered front
Description of a summer linen dress featuring soft quality fabric, pale green color, and a front embroidery panel. Bodice unlined with waist seam, attached to a skirt, shoulder tucks, and embroidered sleeve bands. White muslin hat trimmed with roses completes the look. Materials include 6% yards of 42 inch linen and 1% yards of 18 inch embroidery.
All Black Frock Described For Wardrobe Refresh
A one piece black silk voile frock is recommended for in-between cleaning moments. It features a back fastening, two inch clear skirt, elbow sleeves, and accents of black chiffon, silk soutache, and Venetian lace. Accessories include a black hat with purple or grass green accents and patent leather shoes.
Pastel Batiste Frocks Inspire Home Dressmakers
Plain pastel colored batiste, easier to construct than striped or floral fabrics, has become a favorite for home dressmakers. Expensive sheer linen styles are copied by amateurs in lighter batiste, with a favored finish of sting stitching and feather stitches holding parts in place.
Jewellery Novelty Locket Watches Catch Fashion Eye
A slim locket watch, as thin as a silver dollar, rises as the latest jewelry fad. The uninitiated may see only a jeweled or enameled locket on a gold chain, but these watches are practical and artistically crafted.
Frills of Footing in Blouses and Separate Skirts
Plaited frills of white tulle footings appear on colored foulard blouses. They are meant to pair with separate skirts but should match in color to achieve harmony. Frill edges use silk, with covered buttons and small bows in foulard to match the overall color scheme.
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Gazette
Emt Nan Foc
Habermacher, Publisher
Shiner
Mlast
Uncle Joe
New York
Joe
Hotel Astor
Knickerbocker
Broadway
Astor
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Walter Scott
Spectator
The
Martinengo Cesaresco
Mme. de Stael
Martinengo Casaresco
BANK
Shiner Oil Mill
D. C
Bismark
J. H. Heubner
Wolters Bros
Opera House
Albert Berckenhoff
the City Saloon
August Schramm
Propricior
F. T. Fehrenkamp
Moulton Lumber
Moulton, Texas
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