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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1889
Page
7
The article argues that women now wield greater influence as education rises and public life expands. It traces historical limits on women, notes progress over a century, and compares past fashions with contemporary dress trends, warning about imprudent physiques and praising balanced health.
A historical reflection contrasts past beauty ideals with modern strength and activity. It notes how earlier fashion favored weakness and pale complexions, while recent decades celebrate fuller figures, athleticism, and practical footwear, marking a shift in women’s self-image and education.
An afternoon stroll on Broadway reveals evolving women’s fashion of today and past trends. The piece contrasts high hats and restrictive garments with modern, moderate styles, noting women dress to attract other women and endure sartorial trials while shaping public perception.
Directors and notices discuss litho cards and invitations while announcing day daylight trains from Wichita to Missouri. The Texas train departs at 1123.8 m and returns to Wichita by 430 p.m with daylight passage through Indian Territory and Oklahoma. Eastbound service to St Louis leaves Wichita at ? m and arrives 640 a.m., offering day coaches, reclining chairs, and Pullman sleepers. City ticket office 187 Main Street.
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