Women in the Departments and Love in Washington Life
A long feature describes four thousand women workers in the Treasury Redemption Bureau and their salaries from 720 to 1800 dollars, noting they are often widows or relatives of prominent figures. The piece blends social observation with essays on love, marriage, and the role of women, citing anecdotes and quotes about romance in federal life and quoting the president’s view on family as patriotism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Redemption Bureau of the Treasury
Theaker
Stanley Matthews
Judge Theaker
Stephen A. Douglas
Brewster
Robert J. Walker
Ayesha
Mohammed
Congress
Republic
E. L. Thomas
Framingham
Mass
Ayer
W. P. Hannah
Gormley P. O
York Co
Ont
C. D. Moore
Elgin
Beauty Rules from a Historic Authoress Guide
A 19th century style essay describes facial proportions and grooming for ideal beauty. It warns against harsh cosmetic practices like eye darkening and describes hair care routines to keep color and health, emphasizing natural methods and early-to-bed routines. It includes a scene with Captain Leabourne and Mayor Smyth in a civic setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Smith
Nature
Editor quotes Miss Cleveland on solitude and human nature
The New York editor highlights extracts from Miss Cleveland's essays noting Aristotle on solitude and the human soul. He argues solitude cannot satisfy human needs and reflects on the balance between social and solitary life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Miss Cleveland
Aristotle
Confederate Officer Coat at National Museum Exhibited
The Washington Star notes a gray confederate officer frock coat on display in the National Museum among relics of the Confederacy. Presented by O W Barron of Danville Virginia the coat belonged to captain of infantry in Pickett s division and bears blue faced cuffs and gold braid on sleeves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Museum
Washington Star
Appomattox
O. W. Barron
Danville
Virginia Infantry
Pickett
Five Forks
Henry County
Johnson’s Island
United States
Howard Clark
Mrs Van Cott Revivalist Returns Stolen Cash in Denver
A young man in Denver repaid a friend a thousand dollars he had stolen after being impressed by Mrs. Van Cott, the silver-tongued revivalist. The New York City Hall was also mentioned as a potential field for her peculiar talents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Emanuel
Brookfield
Europe
Col. Theobald
J.D. Whirte
Bloomsburg Pa
Pfrelzer Bros. & CO
Market Street
Philadelphia
The West Riding Handloom Soon to Vanish
The Pall Mall Gazette notes the decline of handloom weaving in West Riding manufacturing districts as traditional tools and practices fade. Fewer laborers carry warp and weft to homes, donkey transport to and from weavers’ cottages becomes rare, and the beacon-like candlelight of winter looms diminishes with the loss of the craft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Riding of
Yorkshire
Pall Mall Gazette
Eccentric Wishes for Deceased Highlight Grief’s Odd Requests
An undertaker recalls grieving families asking for unusual burial items. A widow wanted a large coffin for her hunter husband and a mother sought a satin dress cover for her daughter. Neighbors gathered as a child’s pantaloons were placed at the coffin foot, tied to a haunting memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
New Jersey Firm Offers Paper Counterpanes and Shams
A New Jersey company markets aper counterpanes and pillow shams crafted from one manilla sheet doubled by twine at three to four inch gaps. The twine strengthens and hems prevent tearing while decorative prints adorn the top surface. Wrinkles vanish with hot irons and sets sell for 75 cents. The counterpane can stay on the bed and helps retain heat like a woolen blanket in cold weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Holland Dairymen
Stewart
J. D. Shedd
Fairfax
Fruit Recorder
Country Gentleman
Wetherfield
Conn
Sunderland
Massachusetts
Philip Gilbert Hamerton
Michigan
Pittsburg
Disturbing Case Of Self Mutilation In Child
The six year old son of T O Brien of Patchogue shows a striking urge to bite his own flesh. He bites his arms and hands when left alone, leaving scars and wearing bandages nightly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. O'Brien
Patchogue
L. L
History in a Handy Volume With Color Maps
A compact reference volume titled a perfect library of history offers over two thousand square inches of beautifully colored maps. The item highlights rich cartographic content and broad historical coverage appealing to researchers and enthusiasts.
Enclosed-gear Mowers and Farm Tools in Local Sale
Walter A. Wood Enclosed-gear Mowing Machine $65 with optional Reaper attachment. W Anson Wood Mower $63. Meadow King Mower $60. Chase Taylor & Co Springtooth Harrow $20. Farm tools include plows, cultivators, rakes, drills, wagons, fencing, pipe, paint, stoves, sewing machines and hardware at low cash prices. Local dealer ads emphasize reliability and value.
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Walter A. Wood
W. Anson Wood
Chase Taylor & Co
Gowanda
Curtis
Remington
Pittsburg
Buford
Buckeye
Jackson
Wetherill
Paris
NEW Hartford
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Warren Meail
Cleveland
Female Beauty
Leabourne
Mayor Smyth
Allmendinger
J. Q. Duquesne
Dunkane
Eternal Republic
Steve
All
Love
Handy Family Atlas
Canada
U.S
America
Atlas
E. Cowan & CO
Warren, Pa
GEO. P. Orr & CO
D Watt
Beaver College
Musical Institute
Our Ladies
Beaver
Ohio
R.T. Taylor
H. A. Jamieson & CO
Pennsylvania
Lake Shore Tube Works
National
Simond
Dupont Powder Co
Carver House
Warren
P's
Traveler’s Directory
R. R
P. & E. Division
Kane
Sheffield Express
Accenns
Sheffield
Kane Express
Oil Express
Erie
Sunbury
Harrisburg
Lancaster
Baltimore
Williamsport
Erie Mail
Erie Express
Warren 5:25 Pm, Accom
Daiy
Chas.e. Pugh
J. Rk. Wood
W.S. Leffard
Dunkir
Alleg
Eny Valley
Fied
L Erie Railways
Dunkirk
Jamest
Bradford
D. Thayer
A. Clute
L.T. Bishop
Warre
Inday
M, Pa
Mckrain ST
McKain Block
Liberty St
Penn’a
A. B. McKain & Son, Proprietors
Nelson Greenland
Suspension Bridge
L. G Noyes
Wells & Noyes
Racedadicines
A. H. Rogers & CO
Ceneseco
N.Y
Christian Smith
Warren County
First National Bank
Morck Bro
August Morck
Optician
Warren & Farnsworth Valley
Garfield
Vendergrift
Dunham’s Mill
Clarendon Corwen
Underwood’ McCalmont
Wood’s Mill East Branch Junction
Garfield Arr
Junction
East Branch
Wood's Mill McCalmont
Underwood’ Cornel
Clarendon Arr
Il City
Titusville
Ridgway
Vandergrift
Dunham's Mill
A. D. Wood
Lake Shore
Southern B’y. Franklin
Navy
Central Standard
Oil City
Franklin
Stoneboro
Jameston
Youngston
Andover
Ashtabula
Buffalo
Chicago
Lavbath Rae
Oungsto
Amestown
Gro
H. McIntire
Supi
Lake Erie & Western R. Rd
Hamburgh
Eden Center
Aoe Collins
Cherry Creek
Codewans O
Kennedy
D. A.v.&p Toss
Jamestown
S—I
Corry
W.C. Rinkarson
Dist. Press Agt
N. x
Tionesta Valley
R. BR. Co
Nod
Gilson
Barnes
Donaldson
Martini
Brookston
Thompson
Jeffield
Foxburg
Pittsburgee
Farnsworth Siding
Tiona
Markham
Farnsworth
Gro. Dickinson
Parker
Hindercorns
K. Hiscox &Co
Uffalo
Oni Wiyont
Jipgladelp
Franklin Jr
Phila
Tim
Oleopolis
Eagle Rock
Tionesta
Hickory
Runkeyvil
Tidioute
Irvineton
Kinzua
Corydon
Wolf Run
Corns Hunker Bridge
Red House
Salamanca
Qlean
J. A. Fellows
Pass'r
Geo. S. Gatchell
Exchange St
N. Y
Abbott
Stinson & Co
Portland
Maine
Mackinac
Palace Steamers
Detroit
Mackinac Islan Island St
Ageia
Bacstonillo
Ski House
Whitcomb
Detroit & Cleveland Steam Nav. Co
Detroit, Mich
New York, Penn
A & Ohio
New York, Lake Erie & Western
R. R. Colessee
Columbus
Cin
Chicago & St. Louis
Way
Accom
EATA
Larry
Anus
Albany
Boston
Bradford Express
Hornellsville
Cincinnati
Marion
Chicago & Atlantic Railway
Pullman
Kent
Peoria
Ill
Springfield
St. Louis
Mississippi B’y
Pullman Palace
Eavittsburg
Meadville
Youngstown
John N. Abbott
A. E. Clark
Ass’t
Q. J. R. Shaler
Rowe
Corry, Pa
L. D. Wetmore
M. Beecher
Warren CO
England
Ireland
Scotland
National Line
Liverpool
Ueenstown
Antwerp
Hamburg
Bremen
Avre
Gothenburg
Christinia
Copenhagen
M. Bercher
Cashier
Pierce
Johnson Bowers
Steber Block
Aoyer’s
Dr. 3
Ayer & Co
Lowell, Mass
ELW
USA
Ely Brortueerrs
Owego
Sersall
Prince Bismarck
Leo XII
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