Arizona republican., 1898-05-15
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 as free acting agents as we will, VI are powerless to down tyrant Fashion
 who has said crinoline must b. adopted.
 We know that crinoline has beel threatened for two or three years, bu no one so far has been brave enougl to enforce the edict- But we hav' been SO gradually growing up to it with the many flounces upon the skirt making them wider and wider, thai the extension of the skirt has been ot very little interest to us, never stop ping to consider that we were ap- preaching the much dreaded crinoline Of course there is one consolation in the thought that the old styles become so modernized and modified that when they do come we wonder that we fought against them or imagined them so terrible.
 To the most casual of observers it is plain that women have a tendency to revert to the styles of long ago. The first sign came with the rows upon rows of fiounces; then the extension of the skirt at first confined to the K, foats-that is the only descriptive word-on cloud that suggests days Of long ago. Fancy a woman on a b1- cycle wearing crinoline! Can any pic ture be more ridiculous?
 Now the renewing of the abomin- able style can be traced to the man dressmaker, who fears if the bachelor girl continues to hold undisputed sway
 of profession will suffer, so he has de- termined to make woman look more womanly and has brought forth the fashion of our mothers and grand mothers. The more ruffles and puffy additions, the more material, the greater expense.
 But just consider, the women Of long ago had more room. The world was not trying to crowd the work of forty eight hours into twenty-four; there were no trolley cars. Imagine trying to get on board a car while the con- ductor is ringing the bell lmpatietly, and endeavor1ng to manipulate the hoop skirt in which she is caged. Yet the -up-to-date woman says she is emancipated. For all that she is willing slave to fashion and if the edict comes from Paris that she must wear crinoline, wear it she will and the skirts will extend until they re- semble a fair sized balloon
 The American women are said to lead the world in intelligence and pro gressiveness and now is their oppor- tunity to prove their superiority by rising up in body and refusing to adopt fashion which will make them appear utterly ridiculous.
 The most entertaining feature of last week was the delightful concert given by the Philharmonics Tuesday evening at the First Methodist church. A very select and fashionable as well as an appreciative audience gathered to hear rare musical treat Mrs. V. l.. Clark was the accompanist and showed her ability by the graceful rendering of the entire program The chorus, composed of most of the mem bers of the club, gave some beautiful selections and were heartily encored. The solos by Mrs. Thoraldson and MT. Benham were we'll sung The violin and piano duet by MT. and Miss Hal sey demonstrated to an admiring crowd the culture and perfectness of their musical education. The quar- tette by Messrs. Benham, Snowgrass, Heighton and Andrews was one of the best features of the evenings en- tertainment. The voices blended we'll and the gentlemen were heartily en- cored. responding with "Tenting To- night" which received a storm of ap- plause. Miss Plank sang two beauti- full ballads in a pleasing manner. Vita Gitana" was delightfully."- ren- dered by MT. Snowgrass, and the ap- preciation of the audience was reward ed by a charming little song entitled Little Doris." The audience was next entertained by Miss Sargent in a character song, "Coller Herrin," in her usual charming manner. She was quickly recalled and responded with a Scotch ballad. Miss Sargent is al ways enjoyed and her musical talent is beyond criticism.
 The stereopticon views were illus trated well, the chorus singing the ac- companying pieces in a suggestive manner. When the glorious stars and stripes were shown above the audi ence the applause was loud and long. The entertainment was a total success and a second similar concert would no doubt result in increased financial re- ceipts.
 Miss Bertha Smith was the recipi- ent of a delightful surprise party Tuesday evening, given by her Good Templar friends. Various games were played and strawberries and cake were served. Those present. were MT. and Mrc Rocc Mir and Mrs Welcome. MT. and Mrs Norris, Misses Vina and Hattie Andrews, Miss Parrott, MT. Lincoln, MT. Arnold and MT. Towers.
 The wedding of Henry M. Willis and Mrs Mary A. Hyland took place last Sunday evening at the residence of the bride. Miss Jennie Willis and MT. w.. J. Cain stood with the contracting parties. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Preston McKinney. An elegant supper was served and delightful evening followed. Dr. and Mrs. Hyde were also present. MT. Willis is one of tho SOciotv gentlemen of PhOpnjX