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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1893
Page
7
The piece surveys women’s dress reform and social roles in Gotham society, detailing tight lacing debates, aristocratic and middle class efforts to advance female independence, and letters from readers about waist reduction, gowns, and lanes for women in public life. It notes leaders like Mrs Stancard and mentions Queen Victoria era contexts and various women’s achievements.
An interview with President-elect Cleveland reveals the looming workload ahead. He expects friction from office seekers and the vast system of patronage to persist, requiring reform that may stretch his stamina and patience through the next administration.
Walter Wellman reflects on the heavy duties facing the incoming president. He notes numerous looming crises including the silver question Canadian friction seal fisheries Nicaragua capital issues and tariff revenue challenges. The piece predicts a demanding tenure with possible overwork and personal strain.
New York fashion notes describe French millinery novelty shapes in straw and lace, with long veiled bonnets and chip braid predominating. Black gowns return to favor, then discuss empire versus 1830 styles, gloves, and trims. Accessories include veils, bows, and colorful touches on bats and bonnets.
A lengthy, alarming claim-filled piece argues that catarrh and an insidious enemy cause chronic ailments from eye trouble to digestive and nervous disorders. It cites unnamed authorities and sensational warnings about misdiagnosis and worthless treatments, urging readers to seek drastic remedies.
Mise Mary Taylor of Yorkville Ohio suffered a severe eye condition described as tavagns ulcer Alive caiaren with long illness and multiple treatments. Photographs show her state before and after treatment by Drs Cope Seell and Davin and other doctors. She recalls a progression from nose trouble to loss of eye function and continued headaches, with various remedies attempted but limited relief.
The New York World notes about 130 cooking schools in Germany and Austria with top programs at Vienna, Berlin, and Leipzig. Aspiring chefs must start peeling potatoes and climb positions through a four year polytechnic style course to earn a diploma. Annual exhibitions draw up to 20 chefs, and notable cooks boast medals from royalty and former White House employments. European chefs command high salaries.
Bucharest burghers present a golden emerald set dish to honor Princess Marie as she enters the city. The piece features a central jeweled golden tulip symbolizing hospitality, interlaced corn leaves and laurel, and coats of arms of the states she will rule.
A fragmentary testimonial from a patient recounts visits to offices in September and shows two photos, one before and one after treatment. The account claims the regimen reduced catarrhal symptoms and improved appearance, urging others to seek relief before the disease worsens.
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