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Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1893-04-28
FASHION FOTES.

In thin silks, the newest arc satin
finished.
In Paris changeable wollens are in
special favor.
The Alsacian bow is one of the fea-
lures Of spring millinery.
Tartan plaids and color-mixtures
appear among new fancy grenadines.
Pure white is the prettiest color for
evening wear that q young girl can
choose.
Velvet remains one of the fashiona-
BILE materials, and is likely to continue
so during the season.
Princesse dresses and redngotes
will be favored models for the heavy
silks aifd handsome reps.
Wool bengaline is a material of
richness aud refinement that has be-
come very popular this season.
New hats have fairly wide brims,
and are pinched up, rolled up. twisted
up and turned up in every imaginable
shape.
Polka-dotted Bedford cords are in
colors of Venetian brown, tan, olive
green. Napoleon blue, heliotrope, and
the dahlia shades.
1t is quite mistake to suppose that
silk employed for the purpose of linz
ing must necessarily be new, as partly
worn silk dresses may be cut up and
used with decided advantage.
The latest thing in fans is an outer
edge of bats wings in neutral colors.
The stem is of white and gold. The
fan and the lorgnette are now often
carried with the walking costumes.
Very gorgeous table lamps have a
base of pale green glass with enameled
flowers upon it. The lamp shade car
ries out the color of the glass, aud the
whole is symphony in pale green.
A new bonnet has an enormously
high poke front. The sides come down
well toward the ears, and there is a
pronounced cape, which is evidently
the forerunncr of the old ashioned
gypsy bonnet.
A decoration which suggests itself
for the tray and saucers might be a
delicate yellow ground flecked with
the reds and browns of the autumn
leaf. Another pleasing treatment
would be the tender greens of spring
foliage.
Very few examples of the new wool
dresses have been shown. An attempt
TO introduce bands of velvet, separated
by spaces and extending halfway up
the skirt, as they are now worn on la
dies dresses, is not likely to prove a
success.
A new dress for girl is in prin-
cesse shape, with full sleeves. shirred
cuffs and bands of trimming from
shoulder-seams TO the hem of the
skirt in front. This is a one piece
snit, and appropriate for girl of six
to nine years.
A pretty and stylish evening dresa
has trimming of a twelve.inch
flouncc of lace headed with three puffs
of soft silk; another has three I'll flies
set little distance apart, each one
headed with a narrow ribbon tied in
knots at intervals of couple of
inches.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1893-04-28
FOR FARM AND GARDEN
BUY GOOD SHEEP FOR PROFIT.

In buying sheep care should be taken
20 get those not over four years old,
and having vigorous constitutions.
For any use poor sheep is nearly the
poorest property that man can own.
1t is of no value as q breeder, and
more than likely will not stand the
feeding that is needed to fatten it.
Unless very carefully fed with roots
or other laxative feed sleeps pelt is
more than likely TO be the only divi-
dend it ever gives Boston Guilt
vator.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1893-04-28
LADIES' DEPARTMENT.
woMEN's CLUB IN REAL ESTATE.

WoMEN's CLUB IN REAL ESTATE.
A club of young women workers in
a shoe factory at one of the New Eng
land manufacturing centres are trying
q new experiment in cooperation.
The members pool their earnings over
and above what is needed to support
them with strict economy and invest
in real estate. Their holdings are
said to be quite large and profitable.
-TNew York Journal
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1893-04-28

NsURING WOMEN IN EUROPE.
In England the provisions for in
suring the lives of women is far in
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
ARMY AND NAVY.

The contracts have been awarded for the con-
struetion Of guDboats seven, eight and nine to
the Newport News Shipbuilding Company. at
their bid of $3.50 600 for each vessel, or SS30000
for the three. The authority for the construc-
ton of these vessels is contained in the Naval
appropriation act OF March g. 1893 1t author
lied the construction of three new vessels,
these vessels to be of the class known
"iight-draft protected gnnboats." of about
l.200 tons displacement, and to cost not more
than 100000 each, excluding any premiums
that may be paid for increased speed and cost
of armament Two designs were determined
upon by the Department. the one for No. be-
ing that OF "a ligbt-drait protected gunboat OF
about 200 tons displacement. having speed
of Ia knots per hour and that for Nos. aud
9 being of a ight-draft protected gunboat for
special service, having speed Of Is knots per
hour. These vessels designed for use in
Chinese waters and for river service elsewhere.
Secretary Herbert requested OF Commodore
| Stanton II written account OF the saluting OF
| Melo at Rio. and after action has been taken
! on il he will be- reprmanled or assigned To a
| command. according to the decision. 1t is not
thought that the Navy Department will confess
| to an error in dctaching him. but IL would un-
doubtedly repair any injustice done. III Adj
miral Stanton should ask for a csurt of inquiry
Secretary Herbert would ia all probability
comply.
| A building ut the Norfolk Maynard, con-
tanning steam engineering and general stores.
was entirely destroyed by fire last week. The
| loss will probably reach $3.50. COO The origin
of the FIRE is unknown, but thought TO be de-
fective Cue.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
THE RULE STANDS.
Pension Checks Must BE Delivered to th'
pensiouar.


The rule prohibiting the delivery of official
pension mail matter excepting to the pensioHer,
bis wife or guardian is once more the subject
of discussion in official circles The trouble be-
gan about two months ago.
The pension authorities called the attention
of the postal people TO the fact that 1000 pen
sioners in Baltimore were having their mail
matter addressed in care of four pension at
torneys of that city.
The pension folks also stated that it would
be agreeable to them il the mail con aiming PEN
sion checks should be delivered only TO the PEN
siOners, aud not TO the attorneys. With the aid
of PostOfiice Inspectors and Pension Examiners
this done. 1t was only accomplished,
however with considerable trouble.
The attorneys have oOntended that the rule
indicated is in violation of law, and that mail
matter must be delivered by the Pnstotfiee
Department to either the addressee proper or TO
the person in whose care IL is addressed. Many
would occasion them great Inconvenience 10
call personally at the Pos,OfIice for their peu-
sion check. Many had no wife to whom the
coveted matter might be delivered. Many had
10 city address and could not be reached by
carrier.
petition was received few days ago by the
Postmasrer-General from Baltimore attorneys,
asking that the rule be abolished. They stated
their reasons briefly and clearly. The petition
was numeronsly signed. Mr.. Bissell referred
the paper to the Commissioner of Pensions,
and that official has returned it 10 Mr.. Bissell
with the recommendation that the rule be sd-
hered to.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
ABOUT PEOPLE,

Though little has been done in the way OF
determining who all succeed the late Repre-
sentative Lilly as Congressman at-large from
Pennsy lvania. something of an effort to push
OK Representative Huff, of Greensburg, is being
made here. The chances. though. are rather
against him, as he comes from the same section
of the State in which the other Congre.sman-at-
large resides. Mr. Huff has had n well estab-
lished coal business in Washington since his
term in Congress expired.
H. S. Buudy, of Ohio, and Levi T. Griffin. of
Detroit, are two new members of the House,
sworn in last week. Mr.. Bundy strongly re-
sembles Justice Harlan, though not so tall. He
has round smoothly shaver face and heavily
marked brows Mr.. Griffin. his exact opposite,
is slight, with black hair aud mnstache. He is
a successful lawyer, aud very popular.
Hon. Richard Parks Bland. the prOgenitor OF
the bill known as the Bland act, or the
"dollar of the daddies bill. Is now the
Father Of the House," that distinction hav-
ing descended to him upon the death Of Rep
resentative O'Neill. Mr.. Bland is 90 years OF
age is on consecutive term ut the end OF
which he will have served 22 years. His term
OF service is not 80 long as that OF Mr. Holman.
who entered ia the House in 1883 aud, with
the exception OF six years, has been there ever
since. The father of the Senate. and, indeed,
the father OF the Congress- is Senator Morrill,,
oldest in years, being "a, in original entry, and
| in length of continuous service in Congress.
| Other members of the present House whose
| Congressional career began 20 years or more
| ago Messrs Cannon, of Illinois; Burrows
| OF Michigan, and Harmer. of Pennsylvania
| Next to Mr. Bland i'm length of continuous
| service are Messrs. Springer, of Illinois, and
| Cnbcrson, of Texas. in their 10th year; Har
| mer, of Pennsy lvania. and Reed, of Maine. il
their 18th year; Bingham. Of Pennsylvania
! Hooker. of Mississippi, aud McMillin, Of Ten
nessee, in their 18th year.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
THE NATIONAL TRIBUNE wAaIIEoU D. c. THURSDAY

majority of the Ways and Means Committee
appeared to be proceeding with hardness that
indicated uncertainty and a lack of experience
with the question under consideration. Yes"
replied Mr.. Reed "they remind me of a man
trying to mend his watch with an AK This
sudden transformation from grave to gay was
greeted with a burst of laughter from those
present. aud by the ex-Speaker ambled off in the
direction Of the Republican cloak-room.
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"The last time saw Gen. Spinner" said
Col John A. Joyce, the other day. was at
Wizards Hotel on his way to Florida, two
years before his death. The rsvages of can
Ger had greatly disfgured his face, and settled
gloom seemed to have taken possession OF his
countenance, while his natural irrtahiIity was
increased. He saw but few persons, aud those
some of the true aud faithful clerks that had
so honestly served him while Treasurer. When
/ put in an appearance at his parlor-room he
rose with some effort saluted me kindly, aud
remarked, Why. General, how we'll you look
He impulsiveIy replied: Now. look here,
Joyce, you know that's le!' / made
some explanatory remarks and turned the con-
versation into another channel, knowing, of
course that my first salutation was not exactly
the truth, but uttered as the usual compliment
among friends. But I'll never forget the sierl-
ing sincerity of Spinner, who would not accept
a passing social compliment when he felt it to
be false The waters of the romantic Mohawk
now murmur requiem to his memory. and
the rolling hills and blooming wales that blessed
his hoyhood will long echo the praises OF this
ilustr jous man who I'm nd led 81 0O0 600 600 dur
ing the civil wax. and accounted for every cent
to grateful people who will always cherish his
memory while truth, loyalty and honesty
reign in the human heart"
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
NEW APPOINTEES.

VIII B. Hornblower. renominated. to be
Associate Justice of the Supreme Court OF the
United States,
john 3. Riley. Of New York. to be Consul
General of the United States AT Ottawa, Canada.
II. Clay Armstrong, jr., of Alabama. at Gren-
oble France: Newton b. Ashhy. of Iowa. at
Dublin, Ireland MarceIus l.. Davis, of Arkan-
sas at Merida, SPAN; Benz amin LenthieT, of
Massachusetts. at Sherbrooke, Quebec. and
Frank W. Roberts. of Maine, at Barcelona.
Snain to be ConsulS.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
Reduced Rates for the Holidays.

In pursuance of its usual liberal policy, the
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company an
nounces that excursion tickets will be sold
between all stations on its lines east of
the Ohio River during the Christmas aud
New Year holidays at reduced rates. The
tickets will be sold for all trains Dee. %. "a.
25. 80, 81. and Jan. /. and will be valid for the
return journey all trains until Jan. 3. in
elusive.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Of prominent citizens o. Boston, were seated on
the platform. Miss Katherine Shields, the only
daughter Of til. General. nnvailed the statue.
aud WAS accom- pan led 10y her two brothers. Col.
Fisher. the only surviving member Of tie GEN
erals staff in the Mexican War. was present,
and Representative Ma,isur, of Missouri. recog-
niz-d in the crowd An old gentleman who b ID
carried Gen. Shields from the field. Mr.. Man
su delivered the euOgy. In the evening there
was a banquet at the National Hotel.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
GEN. SHIELDS,S STATUE

Unvaiied by His Only Daughter at the Ma
tiouai Capitol.
The statute of Gen. james Shields was un-
vailed in Statuary Hall ut the Capitol on Dec. g.
in the presence of distinguished gathering.
Both HOUSES of Congress participated. Gov. Alt
geld, of Illinois, his staff aud also delegation
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

massive shoulders all the wood that is burned
i'll the open freplaces of the various rooms OF
the Senate wing. are all said to be looking up
their "intlooence"
The National tribune., 1893-12-14
CHAT OF THE CORRIDORS.

did you see anything of rouge ct noir
constituent Of mine out here1" asked Repre-
sentative Campbell, of New York, of door
keeper at the House the other day. "Whof"
asked the deorkeeper. why, darby with
q red necktie, Of counsel"
&1s
Veterans Of the Mexican war will be inter-
ested ia a pension bill introduced IN the Senate
By Mr. Vest, Of Missouri. 1t amends the act
granting pensions to the soldiers of the Mexican
war approved June 20, 1887. so as to include
surviving Paymasters' Clerks of the same rel
alive rank and grade as PurseE's Clerks in the
Navy. and give to such clerks or their surviv-
ing widows the same pension.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Capt. Isaac Bsssett, enc of the most conspicu-
Gus figures in the Senate Chamber. on Wednes-
day Of last week completed his 62d year Of
continuous service in the United States Senate.
He began as page, appointed on the recon-
Dendation of Daniel Webster. and to-day his
face is as rosy. his hair as luxuriant, though
snow white. aud bis steps as elastic as they
have been at any time during the last 90 years.
DE il is who yearly stays Father Times fight
at the closing session of Congress by putting
the hands of the big Senate clock back many
minutes. so that at the last moment more bust
ness may be done before adjournment. The
old gentleman received the congratulations OF
the Senators aud Representatives. who wished
him 81 years more of health, happiness and
salary.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

The gown pistured is of green cloth with
collar, sleeves and belt Of silk, exactly match
ing in shade 1t is made with full waist
fastening down one side with buttons set
closely together. The full front has its sepa-
rate. fitted lining, to insure good tit. The
little skirt TO the waist, that gives the effect OF
a Russian blouse, is cut after q circular pattern
that allows it to fare quite widely at the bot
tom, although there is no fullness at the top.
The lining for it is of black silk. From the
high, folded collar falls jetted yoke that
looks very pretty and sparkling over the green.
For further trimming-of course no pun in
tended-there is mink in an edging around
the skirt of the waist, the cuffs and down the
Tapped side of the front. The skirt is perfectly
plain and not very farng, as most of the skirts
are. When the jacket fares so much the skirt
is prettier to hang straighter. The fur omitted
leaves quite handsome and much simpler
costume.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Although Capt Bassett is still there, there is
hardly another familiar face TO be seen among
the employees of the Senate. for clean sweep
was made during the recess. The new broom has
brushed away many old employees who we're
thought TO be Oh the payroll for life. Old Joe
McGuickEn, who had been employed about the
Secretary's ofico aud was one of the popular
landmarks about the Capitol since the begin
ming oil the war; Nelson Parker, the big fat
cotored man VITA mixes Senatorial lemonade in
the eloak-room; Doctor" Hickman, who has
brushed flies Of Senators in the cloak-r0om
since he Was young man. and who is more
than 50 years old. aud old John Brown. who
for nearly half century has carried On his
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Among the other novelties shown in the
jewelers. Christmas displays are china cups
with narrow silver bands that fit the brim aud
have holder for ian extra lump" of sugar.
They are of no special use, but they look pretty,
and are extensive.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Cushion covers made Of fine white linen en-
broidered in heavy white silks in big conven-
tional designs. or with fine threads In natural
flower wreaths. are being made for Christmas
giving. They are so finished as to bo easily
removed and Numbered. and are quite as
servceable as silk if not more so, as silk splits
so easily and does not always wear prettily.
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A growing plant, fern or palm or we'll
started bulb is appropriate for Christmas
gift
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

New stick-pins have tiny wreath of gold
leaves or euameled flowers, and are quite
dainty.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Ex-speaker Reed manages to get good deal
of fun out OF the political situation at one time
or another Just now it is the scattering
sentiment among his friends on the other side
of the chamber over the new tariff bill. The
other day he was entertaining some of his asso-
ciates, including Democrats and Republicans,
with some Of his characteristic criticisms upon
the proposed tariff bill. Some one asked him
what he thought of the bill as reported from
the Ways aud Means Committee His big.
round faes took on q serious expression as be
replied: when think OF the suffering that
will come to the American people this Winter
in consequence of the unsettled condition of
the business affairs Of the country. am de.
priyed Of the pleasure would otherwise derive
from the result of tho recent elections" One
of his Republican colleagues suggested that the
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

With u.s. so far. "Adam Bede" has seemed
TO be the most liked with John Halifax, Gen.
tleman." as second, and probably "Dombey
and Son a good third.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

A pretty hat to be worn with gray gown is
of black felt with the brim cut in front. There
are two Mercury wings OF gray feathers. and
bunch of violets resting right on the parting
of the hair, for trimming.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

II start Agents In Business selling U. =. Metal
Il Polish, with So capital Can MAKE $40 $50 peg
week Sample and Circular free. GEO. W. HOFF-
MAN. Manuf-r, 295 Il. wash. ST., IndIanAPO-
lis, Ind.
NfeaiiOn The National Tribune.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

A dinner gown of black satin and satin bro
cade had the round full waist Of the plain satin
and the skirt of the brocsde. The only trimming
about tho costume was a magnificent bertha
and sleeve ruffies of Duchesse lace.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

CAN MAKE MONEY BY SENDING FOR
az Ny New Guide to Money Making. with over
- 600 1 Illustrations. SENT FREE Address
j. -. MONyATT. I9J Pearl St, New York.
Mention The National Tribune.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

We will probably have the appropriations for
new National Museum building soon. The Mu-
scum is already the finest we have in the coun-
try, which is saying a good deal, and when it
is remembe red that its magnificent collection
is the result of donations from outsiders, and
Of the most painstaking and Jealous collecting
of the Smithsonian Institution experts. 1T will
lie conceded that it is establishment well
worth fostering. Senator Morrill, introduced In
the Senate a bill the other day providing for an
additional fireproof building 300 feet square
aud two stories high, aud appropriating $780,
600 for its erection.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

pale-blu taffeta silk is stylishly trimme'
with narrow mink fur
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

WHAT WE HAVE READ AND WHAT WE ARE
READING.
According to records kept in the Public
Library at Boston, the most popular novel is
Dumas's 1.-THE Count of Monte Cristo." There
are IA copies in the library. and always they are
every one spoken for in advance.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Among the new gowns Of a bride is one for
travelling of heavy black serge. 1t is to he
made with full. rcund waist Of od-faslioned
black MORE. sIeeves-snormous ones-of serge
and a seven gored. serge skirt. Each gore is to
be outlined with fine piping of the silk. The
collar and belt are to be of silk. The hat
to be worn with it is tiny black felt turned
up IN the back with bunch of violets and two
tiny snoods of velvet. In front are two Mer-
curry wings of black feathers and velvet knot.
The National tribune., 1893-12-14

Dumas's "The Count of Monte Cristo." There
are IA copies IN the library. and always they are
every one spoken for in advance.
With U.S. SO far, "Adam Bede" has seemed
TO be the most liked with "John HALIFAX, Gen.
tleman." as second. and probably "Dombey
and Son F." a good third.
s*s
The next letter is one in praise of several old
friends and some new ones:
DEAR BETTER HALF: As I am lover OF
literature l watch every week for the lists OF
books published in your columns, and not hsv-
ing seen any lately | ventured to write myself
THE Daughter of Pharaoh is very interest
ing book founded the captivity of the
Hebrews and their escape from the Egyptian
bondage " Ben Hur," "Ivanhoe" Last
Days of Pompeii." and Uncle Toms Cabin, y
are old books, but they hold the attention OF
the reader to the last. Each book is my favorite
of tho authors writings
l have just been reading John Halifax.
Gentleman" and concur in all that another
writer has said in praise of it. Winifred, in
Fair Women" is an idoal character. think
yFar Women" one of the most interesting
novels have ever read. | have read several
Of Dickens's works. but | don't fancy them
| Ihuch | like "Oiiver Twist" best. | must
publish it. Hoping to see more letters soon, l
ann. C., Butler, Ill.
Any one else who has read "Ths Dream of
Fair Women" may wish to discuss Winifred
as ain ideal character or to compare her TO some
favorite of their own. How does she seem
| along with the magnificent Gwendolen Har-
leth, in Daniel Deronda; with placid Amy Sed-
ley, Thackerays heroine. admired SO much by
himself; with the womanly Ursula. wife of
John Halifax; with Kate Niekelby. Florence
Domboy, or Esther Summerson, to whom Dick
ems has given so much gentleness, the calm.
true hearted Dinah Morris. with Victor
Hugo's little French girl, CoZete2
With the many splendid women that novel
lists have given to u.s. it is really difficult task
to decide upon one as being most ideal. But
Thackeray's herOines seem TO me stupid. Mira,
in Daniel Deronda. is inspid she is no more
than flower, gentle and fragrant. 1t would
be difficult for her to do wrong. she has no sins
to struggle over or repent for and so is not so in
teresting as more forcible even if less sanity,
character. However, there may be those
Who think otherwise; if So let them speak. and
| if their fay0rite characters are worth anything
let them be shown forth. They will be given a
fair chance. The address is the same, Care
NATIONAL TRIBUNE, Washington, ID. c.
ELSIE PoMEgoY McELRoY.