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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1895
Page
8
A fragment from the Sault Lake Tribune discusses cycling fashion and women riders. References to bloomers sparking social reactions include a Boston traveler receiving many marriage proposals and comments from diverse papers.
A New York Tribune column defends the bicycle face as a mark of character and discipline among riders. The piece cites ancient generals and riders from polo to harness racing to claim that steady, alert features accompany skilled riding and driving, portraying the face as a sign of mental strength and quick response on the road and track.
In a wide ranging mounted miscellany, references cover bicycle theft losses in England, British cycling investment, a Brussels cycle track near Water loo, Salonica bicycle club linked to Paul's Thessalonians, and a Wisconsin funeral crowd on bikes. It also notes a German Mulhausen pacemaker race, advantages of tandems, and new bicycle trunks. Reports include reactions to bloomers and commentary from Chicago and New York papers.
A brief note from the American Wheelman cites Swiss milkmaids wearing bloomers and claims a Parisian milkmaid is following suit, reflecting evolving dress norms among rural workers. The item notes continental shifts in attire circulating among cyclists.
Hundreds fill Topeka streets for a lantern bicycle parade along Kansas Avenue with designs from Syracuse to New York and a crowd of thousands. The day closes with the afternoon state track meet program listing contestants from Topeka and neighboring cities amid festive displays and a lively procession.
M C Lawrence the famed trick rider appears at the league headquarters in Topeka en route from Manitou to Kansas City. He rides a borrowed bicycle backward at speed and demonstrates expert control, drawing praise as one of three riders capable of such feats. Officials plan a tomorrow exhibition to feature him on the track.
A column notes prominent figures like Mavgroyeni Bey Calvin Brice and Miss Ellen Terry are keen cyclists. It records their attire and attitudes toward the sport and mentions Lady Norreys and other aristocrats resisting rational dress. W. E. Russell declines LAW nomination while praising cycling zeal.
In Toronto on Aug 17 19 Sir William Howland former Ontario lieutenant governor aged 36 married Mire Bethune widow aged 60. They departed for a tour through the states and the couple’s wedding drew attention across Canada and the United States. One fare to Boston and return via the Union Pacific was offered Aug 19 to 24.
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