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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1895
Page
6
A handsome reception opened at the Topeka Club capturing Society World attention. Guests displayed evening attire as hosts welcomed members and friends, celebrating the club’s social season with music, hors d oeuvres, and brief speeches from leading organizers.
A grand autumn party at the Tapepa Club featured elaborate decor, music, and a formal reception. Guests included Mrs E 4 Quidtes, Mrs W 4 Hlack, Miss Madge Johnson, and many others, with attendees wearing elaborate gowns and satin dresses.
The thirty third annual Kansas State Teachers association adjourned late at night electing officers for the year. Lee W Kendrick of Junction City is chosen vice president C B Norman Denison county superintendent Emma Sagett Parjana secretary and W B Johnsop Emper Treasurer. Executive committee includes Harry Wicdeor McPherson W M Sinclair Ocawa and J M Tadlock Phillipsburg. Delegations praised Geary Lyon counties and a push to exclude under six from public schools sparked debate.
An historical sketch tracing New Year customs from immigrant practices to a national habit. It notes selective adoption based on fit with American character and highlights evolving social rituals as westward expansion spreads these customs, with references to specific districts and cultural evolution.
A Topeka newspaper notes a day of religious activity with revival meetings at North Topeka Christian church led by Pastor A. G Alderman and multiple services across local congregations including Dunkard Oakland, United Presbyterian Liberty and First United Presbyterian. Officials announce varied sermons, Christmas music, and guest speakers with Holiness Union and Cumberland Presbyterian participation.
The article describes fashionable bureau decor with slim cushions for vanity tables. It notes the shift from bulky pin cushions to delicate, narrow cushions with silk frills and fine baby ribbon bows.
The passage describes cushions made of pink blue or yellow satin stuffed with bran or sawdust, with white bolting-cloth covers and pink embroidered rose buds. Edges feature pinked silk frills and ribbon bows, with eight sided variants, plus a Dresden china pin tray and tiny glass tumblers for a stall receptacle.
The article describes denim crafts from ribbon and cardboard to form decorative glow like a flower centerpiece. It praises denim for durable use in cushions tablecovers portieres and even flooring and details a blue denim sofa pillow with layered squares and tassels. It also notes a salad dressing method with salt pepper oil and vinegar for emulsified flavor.
The article details inexpensive ribbon accessories to adorn gowns, including unadorned necks, belts, braces, and embellishments with lace and feathers. It discusses simple, elegant designs suitable for amateurs, with examples like collars created from violets, valenciennes lace, and pale helotrope satin ribbon for half ceremonies.
Fashion notes say the season favors lavish gowns with rich fabrics and heavy trimming. Ermine remains in selective use, forming yokes and facings rather than full garments, while fur and cloth ensembles showcase restrained opulence in a recent gown.
A survey of dress decorations and silhouettes, detailing collars belts and ribbons. Descriptions include spangled bands, multi loop bows, ermine linings, blue ribbons with high standing collars, and fur trims in mink astrakhan Persian lamb. It notes revival trends for middle aged figures and Louis Seize influences.
Recipe notes for preparing dark meat from a large turkey in brown gravy. Simmer and enrich with carrots turnips celery and pious. Fry vegetables briefly then return to stew. Thicken with butter and flour. Season and add a touch of catchup. Cook until turkey fully done.
Easy crouton and crust prep for soups using butter or bread slices browned in the oven. Cautionary tips warn against placing hot glassware in cold water or bottom-first to prevent cracking from expansion and advise safe hot-water washing edgewise. Old lard jars may be sweetened with hot lime water. foot sores may be eased by applying slices of onion to the feet.
The article discusses fashionable collars for economical women, noting the high stock collar as a trial and the costly to fashionable options. It mentions Paris influence, frilling ribbons, and seeks soft, face-friendly fabrics suitable for velvet or light colors, with the stock remaining in favor.
A creole style chicken guide describes taking tomatoes, straining, adding ingredients like butter curry powder and onion juice, then boiling with rice in a chafing dish. It instructs cutting chicken into small pieces, heating, and serving immediately with Prominent pantry cues.
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