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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1901
Page
2
A narrator recounts Polly Benedict discussing a brilliant woman whose generosity and cleverness overshadowed her own life. The woman heals others but dies exhausted, unable to profit from experience, a curse of giving too much of her strength. The passage shifts to fashion observations about sashes, coats, hats, and the changing street style echoing social moods.
An old southern lady recalls a past visit to Mrs. Van L. in New York where vanity clashed with propriety. Her son’s shock at low neck gowns prompts a graceful pivot as the hostess mirrors modest dress, revealing tact and social expectations among the wealthiest Virginians.
A critic questions if women give sincere compliments about beauty and children while noting grudging remarks. The piece argues both genders contain mean people, yet most women and men are charitable and generous toward others' virtues and faults.
The article argues light color near the face flatters most women, noting blond complexions suit dead black frocks less and that delicate tints enhance appearance. It recommends festival frocks with yokes or vests, or collars with long ends or bows, and advises a colored waist with outdoor wear. An entirely dark gown is deemed unflattering for semi festival evenings.
A collection of aphorisms and quotes about women from Emerson Lemesse Holmes and others. The lines praise kindness, friendship, and love while warning against vanity and selfishness.
The piece argues for the art of selective hearing as essential to personal peace and family happiness. It notes many things heard are painful or disruptive and urges people to train themselves to listen or block out sounds as desired.
The article portrays Sarah Grand, renowned novelist and social advocate, as England’s leading modern woman. It recalls her bicycle costume controversy, early publishing struggles, and eventual breakthrough with The Heavenly Twins, The Beth Book, and Babs the Impossible. It highlights her moral aims to elevate women and reform societal views through sharp wit and eloquence.
The piece discusses Mme Grand and her lecture Mere Men, noting her experiences and views on gender and attraction. It portrays reactions to a supposed fracture of glass and a scene with Sue and friends, hinting at a broader social critique. The tone mirrors late era dramatic fiction.
Arethusia Ann, a cook for the Tentarys, handles meals with flair yet strains the household budget. Mr Tentavy, an indulgent husband, accepts the chaos as his wife devotes time to clubs. A dramatic night ends with the minister to be called next day.
Mrs. Tentavy accuses Arethusia of theft by carrying bundles to serve a class crowd and stealing a fowl for a Sunday fricassee. A heated quarrel ends with Mrs. Tentavy revealing she prefers an honest cook and suggesting she has saved hundreds, while Josephine Hunter’s text frames a domestic betrayal.
A fragmented piece extols an idealized woman described as warmly appealing and appreciated for simplicity. It contrasts charm with vanity and suggests her weathering any mood or season while remaining naturally gracious and inviting.
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