Paris Fashions Drift Toward Victorian Revival At Autumn Show
Paris society notes a shift toward Victorian touches in the autumn wardrobe. Fashions favor long skirts with multiple layers, black and white gowns, and a new burgundy shade. Japanese silk and chiffon velours appear, with elaborate furs and pelerines returning to the season’s mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fontainebleau
Parner
Automobile Club
Mademoiselle
Monsieur
Jessa
Tree
London
Paris
Miss Morgan
J. P
Queen
Catherine Talbot
Blue Cloth the New Costume Color in Bea's Latest Dictates
The article describes blue cloth as a new costume color in Bea's latest dictates. It details a gown with simple lines, a mer gy corded bodice, pelerine shoulders, and a skirt trimmed with old rubbings. Sleeves and wrist ruffles use blue chiffon, with a white satin belt and a pale blue ensemble complemented by a mole Kin scarf and muff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doucet
Ermime
Olver Cromwell
Sould
Mergy
Strikes Hit Several Cities Stalling Borer Makers
The strikes continue in Bridgeport Connecticut Cubimbizna Ohio Ol City Pennsylvania Jop lin Ohio Springfield Illinois and Titusville Pennsylvania in the borer making industry. Some disputes resolved in Cleveland Buffalo Detroit Groton and Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Labor unrest across unions battles wage and membership
The report surveys global union activity with strikes and organizing in Danville Canton Kansas City and Mass state, wage figures in the Philippines and Iowa, AFL growth in Massachusetts, and plans for new coal mine strikes while opposition to open shops grows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hdit
D. M. Parry
Indianapolis
Massachusetts
AFL
United Mine ‘Workers
Wilkesbarre
Gunton Coal Company
Bernice
Unio
Sullivan County
Anthracita Coal Company
Gunton Company
Bishop sleeve description for upper arm fit
A sleeve with a snug upper arm fit and very wide lower edge gathers fullness into narrow wristbands, creating a distinctive bishop silhouette.
Missing Link Noted in British New Guinea Expedition
Newly published Parliamentary paper by the Commonwealth Government details an expedition that visited northern districts never before traversed by white men. It notes encounters with a swamp dwelling tribe and includes a member observed during the exploration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British New Guinea
Commonwealth
Various Back Coat Styles Describe Early Fashion Trends
The article outlines several back coat styles including short coats ending above the waist with broad box plaits, knee length coats, and fashionable mid century revival pieces. It notes water-plain plait, turn down collars, wide hanging sleeves, and occasional fastenings with cords and tassels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maria Edgeworth
Evening Cresacca Winter Dresses Sparkle with Lace and Tassels
The article describes winter evening gowns featuring spangles and exquisite lace collars accented by gold or silver thread. Tassels made of chiffon, soft floral motifs, and abundant ruching on skirts and flounces dominate the decorative scheme.
Description of a Person by Mr Robinson and Mrs Sheedy
The account notes remarks by Mr Robinson about the Feader figure and carriage of a person described as idle yet striking. Mrs Sheedy adds that the subject appears intelligent and pleasant faced. The chief is noted as gracious, allowing measurements. The description includes approximate height and measurements around twenty-three inches.
Dr. Fowler Ex tract of Wild Strawberry Boosts Travel Comfort
An 19th century advertisement touts Dr. Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry as a remedy for dysentery diarrhoea seasickness and nausea. It claims quick action and pleasant taste aiding travelers.
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International
Organized Labor Movement
Danville, IM
Canton
Kansas City
Philippines
International Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators
Towa
A. F. of L
South
Sandwich, Windsor and
Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union
Ohio
Carnerie Steel Company
Youngstown
Stafford
Fall River
Mass
St. Paul
Minn
Structural Tron Workers’ Union
Pittsburg
Jhat
American Bridge Company
Warneh
The
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Big Four Railroad
Indianapolia
Big Four
Mexico
Bricklayers and Marons’ International Union
American Federation of Labor
Yea
Western Federation of Miners
United Mine Workers of America
Cripple Creek
Plana
John, Mitchell
Charles Seger
Westerns Federation
International Typographical Union
Washington, D. C
U. S
Littl Rock
Ark
Brotherhood of Railway Expressmen
Pacific Express Company
Sk. Boulton
London Labor Conciliation and Arbitration Board
San Francisco
Honolulu
Syria
England
Boulton
Union Printers’ Home
Colorado Springs
Boantshaa
C. Hamlin
Cripple Creek District Mine Owners and Operators’ Association
Mitchell
Lewis
Wilson
Colorado
Utah
Wyoming
New Mexico
American Labor Union
Western Association of Miners
National Employers’ Association
Chicago
Frederick W. Dole
P. du Trul
Sorlaliam
Bureau of Immigration
Department of Commerce and Labor
F. P. Sargent
Department of Justice
Genera
United States
Ellsworth Coal Company
Ellsworth
Ponty Pridd
South Wales
Wales
Fune
Atlantic ii
I. Drake
Salt Lake City
Hal S. Ray
Gen’l Ag T
Denver, Colo
Fiella
Washburn
Lohmer
Gabler
MecKannon Pianos
McKannon Bros
Wash, Ave
Lmare Kentuchy
P. M. Poulson
Troy
A. E. Weatheray
Washington Ave
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