Etiquette of jewels for ceremonious wear and coronets
Foreigners are urged to resist mockery of American women who wear diamonds and other jewels at all times. Only rings and a watch are exempt, with pins chosen to suit the occasion and gown. For daily wear avoid ostentation. for ceremonies a tasteful display is allowed. Crosses, beasts, and reptile motifs are condemned. coronets may be worn by foreign noble wives. Rings symbolize fidelity and eternity. historical notes on engagement rings and the double alliance gimmal ring are included.
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New York
Gernetinina
Snman
Abe
J.ie
Sis
Tertullion
Wkage
Raphael
Joseph
Ekiris
Crimson Pine Trees and Eversteen Velvet Fall Textiles
A fragment describes autumn fabrics in velvet and satin like Eversteen and Persian laminate designs. It notes color blends of blue, violet, and green tracery, with Oriental-inspired motifs. The prose emphasizes softness and agreeable styling rather than bold contrast.
The Sensible Wife and Household Tangles in Debates
A Washington Star essay on managing a husband satirically contrasts a wife’s prudent patience with impractical topics like bills and worn clothes. It cites scripture about time and place, notes fashion’s influence, and lampoons domestic power dynamics and the costs of outspoken behavior.
Do Not Give Advice. May Neare and the Infant Wisdom
A mother reflects on marriage choices and the value of a baby’s innocent perspective. She notes that meddling rarely earns thanks, as fate and Cupid guide lovers more surely than external advisers. The piece urges sisters and friends to refrain from intercession.
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May Neare
Ebe
Cupid
Martige
Comforting changes to health without leaving home
A discussion on how illness need not force a patient abroad for recovery. Suggestions include changing rooms, daily warm baths, fresh air, walks, and visits from friends. It notes the rising popularity of a dressing room in homes with Dresden furnishings and outlines styling tips for thin women.
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Tania
Rome
New York
Salls
Dresden
China
Walla
Polly King in Vogue Exudes Quiet Evening Allure
A quaint fashion vignette describes Polly King in Vogue as a demure Quakerlike housewife in daytime garb and an evening beauty in white robes. It portrays her poised, self composed persona, with soft spoken charm and quiet flirtation as she pours tea and converses about Maxiey to a young Jones, capturing a dreamy tenderness and refined elegance.
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Maxiey
Jones
Rita
Polly King
Ellen Terrys Gowns in King Arthurs Camelot Wardrobe
The article describes three costumes worn by Ellen Terry as Queen Guinevere in King Arthur. A grand gold and silver embroidered robe opens to reveal jewel bands and metal details. A green short waisted dress with gauze sleeves is noted for its delicate texture. In the final scene a white silk gown with gold work and angel sleeves is praised for elegance.
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Guinevere
Arthur
Great Hall
Camelot
Lancelot
Mise Terry
Mins Terry
De Reszkes Estate in Russian Poland Aims High
The De Reszke brothers possess a 16 000 acre estate at Boroyno in Russian Poland boasting forests and a stock farm where Jean De Reszke names horses after opera characters. A stone castle dating to Louis X features a stately hall. Jean enjoys riding and hunting, watching racers, and rehearsing new parts with his sister as accompaniment.
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Mme
Patti
de Reezke
Boroyno
Russian
Poland
Jean
Quaiit
Jean de
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Founda
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Comeron
Bischi
Tam
Sien
Holland
THE
Syi
UY Sweetheart
Erin
Ellen Terry
DE Reszkes
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