Little Olga as Heir to Russian Throne Sparks Court Plot
St Petersburg reports say Nicholas II may alter succession laws to make his eight year old daughter Grand Duchess Olga heir to the throne. The czar fears uncles and cousins would oppose him, risking palace revolt if he disinherits them. Olga endures strict schooling and constant secret-service protection as she grows toward a life controlled by etiquette and politics.
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Goebel Murder Witness Describes Barrel in Capitol Window
Messenger boy Ed Steffe testified in Georgetown regarding the Goebel murder case. He recalled seeing a barrel protruding from the Secretary of State's office window while on the capitol steps in Frankfort around 1900, now living in Columbus, Ohio.
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Paris Fashion Letter Notes On Sleeves And Empire Styles
Catherine Talbot reviews 19th century Paris trends with growing sleeve volumes, fuller skirts, and Empire era influences. She highlights gowns with embroidery, accordion skirts, tea gowns, and accessories, plus pockets and practical adaptations for women’s attire.
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Talbot
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A Blue Cloth and Traveling Gown Description
A blue cloth traveling gown with a velvet collar described as either Rose du Barri or vivid royal blue. The picture depicts a dark olive traveling gown of cloth or fine serge with a velvet collar, details likely from a period fashion illustration.
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Paris fashion notes on crepe de chine gown details
A Paris fashion sketch describes a gown of crepe de chine with lace trims and velvet ribbons. Corsages veiled in lace, a silver gray visiting dress with graceful plaits, and a bodice collar of point d alencon accompany a chiffon bow and a large black picture hat.
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Fashion Notes on Stockings and Shoes of the Season
The story notes women adopting openwork Helo thread stockings and fashion leaders wearing the thinnest black Biik stockings without ornamentation paired with patent leather shoes, marking a season of understated elegance in prevailing styles.
The Pelerine Collar Fashion Note
The blouse of almost every wearer is trimmed with a pelerine shaped collar or lace embroidered yoke. A biscuit colored linen blouse features an inverted yoke with coarse embroidery and raised black spots. Draped shoulders in fichu fashion with a scarf edged into embroidery and knotted fringe. The skirt hem uses black velvet and a wide black taffeta waist band encircles the waist.
Revival of Tussore Frocks and Cloaks Gains Tread
A revived fashion note highlights Tussore fabrics in practical travel wear and cloaks. It emphasizes affordability and sturdy wear, noting growing popularity among traditional and everyday outfits.
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