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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1897
Page
3
Summarizes summer dress fashions for girls aged three to ten, praising the sailor dress as picturesque and practical. Describes a detailed sailor dress with white drill, scarlet braid, a white garibaldi jumper, sailor collar, vest with scarlet anchor, and scarf arrangements, plus jacket options and guimpe wash dresses for cooler days.
A useful fitting frock features a serge skirt paired with a detachable guimpe in white washing silk. The ensemble combines practical tailoring with refined detailing, suitable for dressmaking projects and period attire.
The article stresses correct piano posture with the elbow level to the keyboard and fingers curved, especially the second finger. It urges beginners to avoid pedal, decipher rhythm before playing, and slowly master one piece before others, warning against indiscriminate rushing through several works.
Thousands of Leaguers plan a major conference in Toronto this week. Three continental Methodist bodies meet simultaneously in multiple venues, promising inspiration and renewed zeal for home work. The gathering offers memorable songs, scenes, and personal participation that cannot be transferred by others.
The difference between worldly and Christian spirit lies in giving. The text contrasts a desire to acquire with Christlike impulse to impart blessings to others. It argues true generosity scatters treasures, multiplies pleasure in awakening blessings, and motivates missionary, hospital, and relief work, especially among youth.
Bishop Merrill declares Chicago hosts more Methodist churches than any other city. The piece notes a fervent prayer service that opens heaven and brings a flood of glory during the consecrated hour before an audience in the city.
Public warned not to trade for note issued by G. W. Pillbury dated February 27 1897 payable six months after date with eight percent interest. Amount twenty four and 75 100 dollars. Note payment stopped by owner Mack Wellman warns on June 26.
The plumbing shop of Messrs H. Dillenberger Jr. and Co. relocated to 307 Milam Street next to the Columbia club rooms. If you have no time, leave your orders by telephoning 66, Citizens' Company, Ju 16 Im.
Eight miles east of Marshall on the Texas and Pacific Railroad. Camp from August 3 to 18 with workers Brothers A C Bane California E F Walker W B Codbey and Sister Snell Mall. Reduced railroad rates expected and meals provided bring quilt and pillow for details contact A B Washom Blocker Texas
The Tulane University Medical Department highlights superior practical instruction with ample laboratory access and abundant hospital materials. Free access to Charity Hospital, 700 beds and 30,000 patients annually, supports bedside instruction. Next session begins October 14 1897. requests for catalogue go to Prof. H. S. Chaille, Dean, Drawer 261, New Orleans.
Texas and Pacific Railway offers round trip fares to Nashville Tennessee for the Tennessee Centennial and International Exposition. Class A sale through Oct 15 final return by Nov 7 at 527.10. Class B sale through Oct 5 final return 20 days from sale at 10.85. Class C sale Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct 26 final return 10 days from sale at 18.45. Routes via Texarkana or New Orleans Gateways.
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