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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1902
Page
7
A vivid, fragmentary fashion column describes summer fabrics and styles. Etamine and crepon outfits feature tailored coats, fitted belts, circular skirts, tulle accents, and loose, sheer fabrics showing silk beneath. The piece notes athletic looks, trimmed hats, rosettes, ribbons, and evolving straw hat trends.
A jaunty white summer dress features Irish point lace trimming, a heavily incrusted blouse, and a black quill hat with velvet brim. Royal blue dominates street gowns, veiling evolves with insertions or liquid silk decorations, and grangerizing literature trends mix with practical sewing tips for collars, cuffs, and embroidered linen belts.
A fragmentary feature discusses England's youngest princess and domestic arts. It covers laundry laces washing methods, lace care with gentle rubbing, ribbon trimming of lace, and summer embroidery ideas. Also offered are tips on adjusting glass globes and removing silk stains with flannel.
A folklorist recalls a village custom after weddings in southern France. The bride leaves with friends while the groom is chased to the house and a wooden shoe is hurled from a distance to test luck, signaling communal approval or derision as the crowd cheers.
The article notes Princess Yotundi, Italy's expected future queen, being raised under strict modern child-rearing methods. It describes her as a model mother, an adept amateur photographer, and mentions her full name and royal status. It also explains the Salic law barring female accession, with speculation she may wed a cousin and become queen later. It adds she is strong and developing but not yet walking, with no rush to crawl.
The broiling sun speaks eloquently of comfort in bathing suits. Favorite forms are simple and well suited to use, with trimmings adding brightness. Note the new revers and the sailor collar and tie. They are practical and tasteful.
Former probate judge Dolman asserts no new matter in his dispute with the county. He recounts the 1897 liquor law affects, the salary repeal debate, and a 1900 court ruling that now supports his position on owing back fees. He claims the county owes him several hundred dollars plus interest.
Mrs. W. J. Shaffer of 510 East Eight Avenue刚 returned from Colorado after surviving a cliffside carriage mishap during a gold ore hunt. A herd of wild horses overturned the carriage, she narrowly escaped, clinging to a ledge as the carriage plunged. The ore was recovered and melted into a ring engraved with the accident date.
Classifieds list numerous help wanted notices including female help, barber training, salesmen, housekeeper, and employment inquiries. Also includes lost items, a repairable stray mare, and a reward offer. Names and places include Topeka, Dallas, Lawrence, and Collins. Various addresses and boxes referenced for responses.
Classified snippets list various property rental options, rooms and houses for rent in Topeka and surrounding streets, plus miscellaneous sale items including furniture piano ponies and vehicles. Names and addresses appear in fragmentary form.
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