"They Say," The Boston Advocate, Jan 15, 1887

In this edition of "They Say," Bert Islew informs her readers, among others,

• "That it is undeniable fact that white kid slippers and very light hose give the foot of any lady very large appearance."
• "That a certain gentleman who attends the theatre every week takes another young man with him because he can find no lady to take."
• "That one of the B.P.T's of Worcester and also one of the Sixteen Associates enlivened Boston with their presence last week."
• "That a young lady, prominent in social circles, appeared at the Fraternals' ball in her first train dress. That it was a very handsome gown of brocaded white satin, and that she managed the train very cleverly."

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