Peterson Ladies National Magazine, May 1879

Victorian piece of history, with great stories, music, art, home and fashion. Wonderful period ads.

"Peterson's Ladies National Magazine, May 1879 - VOL. LXXV", published by Charles J. Peterson, 306 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia.

Contains:

Plate "The Last New Thing in Bonnets", engraved and printed expressly for Peterson's Magazine by Illman Brothers
"Les Modes Parisiennes" plate is missing
fold-out color plate "Handkerchief Border"
Color plate "Tidy in Indian Embroidery" and "Waved Braid"
"Going A-Maying" wood engraved plate
New Style Hats and Bonnets
Walking Dress for Lady and Young Miss
Walking and Carriage Costumes
Walking Costume. Bonnet
Evening Costume. Bonnet
Knitted Shawl. Handkerchief Border.
New Pattern in Embroidery
Sheet music: "I'm Called Little Buttercup. Song"
Children's Fashions for May

Short stories:

"The Last New Thing in Bonnets", by Miss Eldredge;
"Our 'Varnished' Ancestors";
"What the Storm Brought to Janet" by Agnes James;
"About Barb", by Evelin Baker;
"Our First Parting", by Emma Garring Jones; ++
several poems,
a few continuation chapters of larger stories and novels

illustrated fashion articles:

"Every-day Dresses, Garments, Etc.", by Emily May;
"Suits for Boy and Girl",
"Wax Flowers"
"Handkerchief Border"
"Window Curtain: Antique Lace"
"Crocheted Bodice for a Child of One to Two Years"
"Fashionable Bag";
Shoe Pocket; by Jane Weaver;
Editor's Table.
Review of New Books.

US: Priority (c.2-4 days) ---------- $8.50
Canada: 1st Class (c.2-6 weeks) --- $22.50
World: 1st Class (c.2-8 weeks) ---- $27.50
Condition Report: Soft covers (the cover shows edge wear and creases: the paper-cover edge overlaps the pages, resulting in edge damages); 6.1/2" x 10.1/4"; c. 60++ pages and plates, a little soiling, some small page edge creases, good condition.