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Newspaper
Wheeling Sunday Register
Location
Wheeling, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1893
Page
7
A period fashion note describes multiple gown designs featuring satin waists, green and rose color schemes, and decorative edges. The text details collars, trims, draped sleeves, fringe, and pelerine elements, noting varied fabrics and the interplay of colors for a refined evening look.
A fragmented OCR style passage details a ladies cape with a gulpare bound body, black bengaline yoke, and surat lining. It describes pleated hems, a Pleatnd face rude edge, a wide ribbon trim twelve inches, and large bows.
New York theater scene runs through mid May with Harrigan and Palmer among long running attractions. Notable praise for actors like Wilton Torrents and Ingersoll, while Jennie Whitebeck’s divorce headlines local stage life and touring companies plan summer residencies and operatic ventures across Montreal and Stockholm.
The article reports on Bates Lodge and Nelson Lodge activities including degree work and funeral escort for Joseph M. Hamilton, plus plans for Ohio Lodge No 1 and Wheeling Lodge No 5 meetings. It notes the Temple Association’s foundation work expected to start by June 18 with cornerstone laid June 4 and a public demonstration with neighboring states.
The Ladies of Honor plan a Wednesday meeting while Excelsior Lodge reports a large attendance and moves to Odd Fellows' building. Reliance and Welcome Lodges host lively sessions with humor, speeches, and performances. Upcoming events include a 60th anniversary, a voyage danger discussion, and the formation of John J. Upchurch Lodge No. 20. Baltimore Lodge No. 6 prepares a Monday flat meeting as eight members are reported.
Chicago May 11. Fifty to a hundred young girls answer ballet ads as schools multiply in the city. Experts warn that full proficiency needs five to ten years of strict training, with early start essential for a professional career. The article profiles rapid paths to corps de ballet and premier roles, noting dominant schools and national styles.
The fragment discusses fashion ideas with mentions of color harmony and conservative preferences. It provides guidance on draping a cloak over a dress, belt placement, and styling to achieve a modest low neck look. It suggests dyeing the cloak later if desired and notes the period tone of attire guidance.
Maude Hoffman's Juliet in Romeo and Juliet at the Boston Grand Opera House drew a large crowd but critics faulted her cold passionless delivery. Ann Clark played Romeo while judges debated librettos versus music, and Emmet's second season closed with high financials. Corbett thrives, and Robson impresses in She Stoops to Conquer as Tony Lumpkin.
A fraternal invitation is issued calling all brother Knights to participate in a noble endeavor. Four strangers will be detracted to the realm of Page, two pages will be proved, and two Esquires will be charged as Knights in support of the effort.
A fragmentary medical advertisement cites Dr Copeland and associates in Philadelphia offering treatment for catarrh and chronic diseases. It touts persistent care, mild methods, and low fees, with patient testimonials claiming successful outcomes and strong trust in specialists.
The Bison City Quartette members Pike and Cook discuss a June illness that stole Pike’s voice, forcing a break from singing. After failed treatments in Battal, New York, Washington, and Boston, electricity therapy side effects, and specialist visits, Pike regained his tone with Copeland treatment, aided by colleague Mr Lee Pike and other physicians in West and David, Wheeling.
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