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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
THE SPONSOR.

Lionel the Latin name, is little lion. Isaac, Hebrew name, means laughter. Edith and Editha are Saxon-happiness. Lucy is the feminine of the Latin Lucius Blanche is of French origin and signifies .he fair one.
 Manfred, the German name, signifies a great peace.
 Denis is Greek, meaning belonging to the god of wine.
 Bridget is of Celtic origin and means the shining one.
 ness of the Lord.
 Camilla is Latin. The first Camilla was an attendant at a sacrifice.
 Gertrude was first used among the Ger ,aans and means all truth.
 Salome was common among the Hebrews and means the perfect one.
 Orlando is Italian, signifying the counsel for the people or the country.
 Rhoda is Greek-the rose. Rosaline is its Latin derivation-a little rose.
 Elizabeth and Eliza are of Hebrew deri- vation, meaning the oath of God
 Lillian, Lily and the compounds are of Latin derivation and mean lily.
 Cecil was originally from the Latin, mean ing the dim sighted one. It was originally used as a nickname
 John was an extremely popular Hebrew name, signifying the grace of God or the gracious gift of God.
 Arthur, a Celtic name, signifies the strong man. It has kept pace with Alfred in the favor of the English.
 Magdalen is Hebrew or Syriac name, meaning magnificent. Magdala was the name of a city in Palestine.-St. Louis Glo50-Democrat.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
THE SWELL GIRL.

Coarse. pliable strnws are a special fea- ture of millinery.
 Crepon appears in new guise which re- sembles the rugged stem of old tree bark.
 The use of French cashmere is revived again. IL drapes beautifully and combines prettily with changeable taffeta silks.
 Plaids are coming in again. Fine little checks, with green, yellow and black com bined. are the favorite mixture in taffeta silk.
 4 cool gray green is one of the new colors which gave hint of its existence last year and HOW appears in silks and crepons un- der the name of "roseau."
 A new kind of fine Indian muslin, beau tifulIy embroidered with ivory colored thread in various light designs, is being used in place of lace draperies.
 An odd and rather expensive collar band is formed of ostrich feathers fastened at the back with a diamond buckle. A tie of white lace, gathered double, finishes the front
 A new material called "bure'' is being used in Paris. It is coarsely woven, Nike canvas or nuns yelling, with heavy threads, and has fancy surface which gives it the appearance of being heavy.
 Eton jackets have taken on the addition of circular frills about six inches deep, which form a basQue. The front turns back in wide revers and Is sometimes buttOned with one or two buttons at the waist.
 Cotton crepon is a desirable material for summer gowns, aud it can be had in black and all the light tints. It is especially rec commended for it's laundry qualifications, as it washes perfectly and requires no ironing
 Sans gene" Is the name of short waist ed, cute little jacket made of velvet and jetted or embroidered, which is one of the novelties of the season. IL is cut square across the waist at the back, square in front, is sleeveless and worn over any pretty bod ice.-New York Sun.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
How to Hang Pictures,

The practice of hanging oil and water color paintings, engravings and photo graphs is q legitimate ornamentation of walls. It is not necessary that they should be placed close together. The Decorator and Furnisher says that it is a better plan to separate them by such small objects as sconces or little wooden brackets, supporting statuettes, and so on. The best method of hanging pictures is to divide the wall space into different sized rectangular panels by means of flat moldings and fill each space with q suitable picture. This is very good system for hanging water colors, etch- ings and engravings and is quite artis- tic. All the spaces need not be filled with pictures, some being decorated with Stenciled ornament.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11

Ladies whose systems are poisoned and whose blood is in an impure condi- tion. due to menstrual irregularities, are peculiarly benefited by the wo&- derful tonic audblood cleansing prop critics of P. r. P. = Prickly Ash, Poke Root and Potassium.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
WrOuSht Iron Work.

Among the most fascinating of all handicrafts which women have under taken is the wrought iron work, which came into special prominence at the last exposition under the name of Venetian iron work. The skill of the iron work CTS of Tenice has long excited the ad- miration of artists. The prcttiest of lamps, fireplace s,t&, brackets, grillcs for doors and various other pieces of household utility have been shown from time to time in this work, but they were always costly. A pair of wrought iron candlesticks, simple enough ill make, were sold at from $10 to Sl5 at one time, before Yankee ingenuity solved the problem of successfully making this wrought iron work i'll this country. Even then the price was high ill consid- eration of the cost of the material used and the necessary labor. Clever women, however, soon discovered that the mak ing of these fascinating forms was an art easier to master than that of making macrame lace This feminine black smithCry' is considerably simplitied by clever tools which the New York Trib une says are sold ill beginner $ size at $3. 30 a set and ill moro elaborate outfit of pure steel at from SC to Sl0. At about $5 one may obtain the tools and sufficient materials to make several small pieces. A few simple designs are furnished with the first box of tools, and after the beginner has mastered the primary work she is not likely to stop at simple designs. She may then under take more elaborate pieces and ill time mako one of those beautiful Venetian lamps or even fire set
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
SMALL BOX OTTOMANS.
These Are Useful and May Be Made Orna-
 mentaI-A Box For Shoes.

Small box ottomans are very useful, particularly in apartments where the space is cramped, and they may even have place in the drawing room, where they answer admirably for music recep- tacles. For this purpose it is best to have one made of wood, which should be stained ill imitation of cherry and orna- mentcd, if liked, with brass nail heads, after the fashion so popular just now.
 To do this writer in Harper's BaZar directs as follows: Draw some geomet- rical design on paper, taking care to measure, so that the distances between the figures shall be equal and tho spaces for large and small nails of proper proportion. Lay the pattern on the part of the box you wish to ornament and with an awl make holes through tho pa per on the board-large holes for the large nails and smaller for the small size.
 In driving the nails in use a nail guard or in tho absence of that some folded paper or felt cloth to keep them from being marred. Silver and gilt nails com bine well, and when properly arranged produce an excellent effect. Have divi- sions inside the box for bound books and two or moro shelves for loose music and see that tho lid is strongly hinged and fits exactly so as to keep out the dust. If preferred, the box may be covered with velours or corduroy, but the ma terial should be in dark tones of a color which is harmonious with the other fur nishings of tho room.
 A box for shoes is useful i'll a bedroom and is preferable ill every way to the bag which hangs upon the closet door, Tack series of strong pockets around on the inside, and if its dimensions are generous-30 inches long by II wide and s ill height-thcre will be space for II pockets and plenty of room below for wrapping paper, twine, etc. Either paint it or cover with cretonne to match the hangings, i'll which case pad the top rather thickly and tuft with covered buttons. A carpenter need only be called ill to hinge on the lid. This, however, is not difficult operation for any one having a slight knowledge of carpentry It is well to have the pockets arranged so that they can be taken out and washed occasionally. Brown holland or denim, bound with braid, is serviceable for the purpose.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
PIANO PRACTICE.
For Success Intelligence, Application and
 Enthusiasm Are Essential.

Three requisites are necessary for prof itable piano practicc-viz, intelligence, application and enthusiasm. Either one of these threo essentials will do much for the student. but it is only whca the three are combined that enc is able to overcome all obstacles and secure Satis- factory results. So far as pupils of i'm mature ago arc concerned, it must be ac- nowledged that nearly all practice is perfunctory. To most children piano study is irl1so,ne, and being unable to comprehend the necessity for intelligent application the advantage gained is usually more muscular than musical. But even this is beneficial to a certain extent, since by use the fingers arc strengthened and the hands developed in f1exibility and ill their key singing abili- tics.
 Progress may be retarded by faulty, incorrect and misdirected practice, prac tice that is wrong in principle and de- plorable in results Too often tho prac tice hour is wasted by 9 careless, hap hazard review of the lesson, running through tho etudes and pieces hurriedly without regard to correct reading or fin gering, while touch, phrasing and ex- pression are ignored as though unworthy of the least consideration. Wasted prac- tice hours are the thorn in the side" of many an earnest teacher. It is just here that the parent may be of service by exercising supervision of the child during practice hours. But i'll case of pupils of more advanced years there should be no need of supervision, no wasted hours, no lack of enthusiasm.
 Music, to be proftably studied, must be regarded as an art that appeals to the intellect as well as to the emotions.
 A musical composition is supposed to contain germ or idea elaborated and embellished. It is therefore necessary that the performer should not only un- derstand the concept of the piece, but be able to render it in an intelligible man. ner. Nothing short of careful, painstak- ing, thought filled practice will enable one to accomplish this. The mind must be concentrated upon the details of the work ill hand. Once allow the thoughts to wander, and errors will creep in. Ac- cents will be disregardod or so misplaced as to change the phrasing and destroy the symmetry of the composition, says The Etude. authority for the foregoing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
The old Coaching Days.

In 1895 driving had become d inc art. Horses were good, the coach and it's app pointmcnts perfect, and both CuaChmcn and guards were superior to the men of 10 or 20 years previously. several broken down gentlemen took to the profession, including the famous MT. Stevenson, MT. Gwynnc and the Bar onet," Sir St. Vincent Cotton. Of the less aristocratic coachmcn, the most eel ebrated were Tim Carter, who died so lately as last March, and Robert Snow.
 It should be remembered that the old school drove heavily laden coaches over indifferent roads. Tho result was that horses seldom lasted moro than two or three years, and much cruelty was um- doubtedly practiced. II find the ami mals, ,' runs possibly mythical utter ance; you find whipcord. '
 Some of the stories of the cross Coun try coaches, running 10 Worthing, Ports mouth, Bristol and so on, are curious, particularly of that started by squire Walker ill an unsuccessful attempt to ruin proprietor against whom he had a grudgC. One of his teams contained threo piehalds, and white gray painted to match the others. There is parhos too, about the end of Upfold, an excel lent whip, who, after q series of mis- haps, finally met his dccth through pull ing the wrong ein.-AthCnaIuu
 Making the Most ofa Provcrb. "I dreamed last night, my dcar," she said,
 That you bought inc new spring hat, And kissed you like when we first were wed And never had had spat."
 "Ah, do you know, my dear," said he,
 That by contrarics dreams go all:
 So you'll wear this spring, it seems to me,
 The hat that you wore last fall"
 New | ork Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11

BOX WITH SCORCH WORK DECORATION.
 ty trif1es An empty cigar box affords material for handsome receptacle for note paper, photographs or needlework. The outside is ornamented with the hot point, with the pattern left light on a dark ground. Brass nails are screwed into the bottom at each corner to serve as legs. Alcohol is burned inside the box to remove the smell of tobacco, and it is then lined with dark red or orange satin It may be scented with any fla vorite sachet powder. The small boxes that contain imported prunes and other dried fruit may be turned to ornamental uses in the same manner. Filled with bonbons, they would make an original prize or favor for party.
 A portfolio ill which to keep etchings or engravings, so difficult to preserve fresh, or for large photographs is made from two panels of white wood, bound together by ribbons. It may be decorat- ed as individual fancy dictates. A wreath or border may inclose a mono gram, or if sufficient skill be possessed favoritc poet or author or a sketch of his or her house or birthplace may be etched. A design originally illustrated i'll The Modern Priscilla, authority for the foregoing, is purely German. hi
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
Do AWAY With Checkreins.

It is encouraging to read how rapidly the movement to do away with check reins is gaining in England. Railway. coal, brewery and other companies which use draft horses have abandoned the use of the cruel bearing rein' on all horses under thelr control Fashion able women need an arrest of thought on the subject of the cruelty they unin- tentionally exercise upon their horses.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
ADDle Snow.

Choose white, tart apples. Pare and core and slice; cook te:-der in as little water as possible. If the apples do not readily mash and become smooth with out, put them through a colander. sweet en well, and when perfectly cold and about ready to serve beat the whites of two eggs for every pint of apple; stir this in lightly. Cover the top of dish with a meringue made from beaten whites of eggs and sugar This is "a tempting dish and very wholesome
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
Saratoga Potatoes.

Peel large potatoes and leave ill water overnight. In the morning change the water, wipe ,ly and slice on a cloth. Have them perfectly dry. Have q kettle of hot beef suCt ready; it should be smok ing hot. Take from the fire to the back of the range while putting i'll the pota- toes; stir with a fork so they will not cling together; set over the fire and cook. They should be golden brown. Skim out on piece of checsecloth thrown over the colandcr and drain. Sprinkle salt over them.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
How to Whisk or Beat D Batter.

When using spoon or whisk for beat ing, take long upward strokes, the more rapid the better. The spoon should touch the bottom of the bowl each time, and the motion must be regular. An other way to beat is to use circular mo- tion. In this case the side of the spoon is kept close to the side of the bowl The spoon is moved rapidly in circle, carry ing with it portion of the ingredients. This kind of beating can be applied only to rather thick mixture. It is the best method of beating sugar and butter to a cream
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
Our Roads National Disgrace.

That the subject of good roads is i'm portant enough to be considered by con- gress, and in a broad and liberal way, there can be no doubt. Before the ad- vent of railroads it was common say ing that country's civilization might be measured by its roads. If such were the case now, the United States would be far down in the scale.-Philadelph Call.
 She was wealthy soprano, and at tho concert sang, "Oh, For tho Wings of a Dove!' yet an hour later at supper she took the wings, legs and most of the breast of turkey and then passed her plate for "more stnffiuy" "
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
N. .H.&H. Railroad meTabIt
June II. 1903. NAUGATUCK DIVISION.
Trains leave Waterbury as follow

Trains leave Waterbury as follow, For NEW NORK--GO6. 7.3O. s.2R 1nbOam;12A 32h, N,S3 U Tn. Sunday. 4.lS m Return. SOl. 800 1908 a m: O0 4G, G O9 m. Sunday. G.0l a m. For NEW HAVEN via Naugatuck Junction 30, S26 m; l.2S, S.2S, b.53 m. Via Derby Junction. COS, S.26. l0sG a m: l2s 3.25. .53 m.
 Return via NaugatGck Junction at I.4b pm Sunday 500 a m. Via Derby Junction 70o. 9.42 a. m; l2.o0, 220 B.SO. TAO ?. m. Sunday BIO am. For RRIpGEPORT-6'O T 80 s.a6 1OBO s m 12S. 3.25, 5.hS ? m. Sunday 4.lb p m. Return at ' .oS. 9I0 m : l20O, 2.2s b.30. 7.47 pm. Sundays,1b a m. For ANSONIA--60b 80. S2a, l0So n m l.2s, 32S. s.s9. TOO (miSedl ? m. Sunday. 4.lS
 
 Return at TAO. lO.2l. n m I2.21 s!O1 6.IO. s: F., WATERTOWN-644 s.s7, 11.17 m S.ba. 61? 7.Otpm Saturday a.l5 p m. Return at 6 a5 7.SE. l0.30 a m 2.60. 4.3B, 6.8O pm. Saturday 7.3b r m. F,.f THOMASTON-s32 HIP a m: 8.B2 aRp 9oOpm. Sunday q.25 m. Return at LOS, -S5,, 10.23 a ID 2-B5 S.ao D m Sunday SAT m. For rTORRINGTON--ss2 s2. l'.i2 6 m 8Sa. eSe 9O6pm. Sunday 9.25 m. Recurn at CAT, 7.31. 1920 m 2.SO, SOS n m Sunday 2. .2S D m. For WINSTFD-S.32 11.l2 c m: 8.Sa eEa . m pm. Sunday 92h n. Return at 6sN 7.i0. s.46 . m ans. Axap Sundays D m.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
NoTICE-

I hereby notify all persons liable to pay taxes in the Center school district, of Waterbury, that I have received a rate bill and warrant to collect Center school district tax of ten (10) mills on the dollar on list of 1898, and will be at my law office, 5 Platt building, A East Main stre ,on and after May 1. 1894, when said tax is due
 P. s. The law provides that percen- tage at rate of 3-4 of one per cent per month must be added from May 1, 1894, if any tax remains unpaid June 1. 1894.
 CHARLES J. GRIGGS, Collector.
 Waterbury April F. 1894.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
AppetiZing Breakfas Dish.

Mince some remnants of ham, season with pepper, add few bread crumbs, with which cover the bottoms of some scallop shells and put in each bit of butter. Break an egg on top of each and set ill good oven. When the eggs be- gin to cook sprinkle with cracker crumbs and season with salt and pepper Serve hot.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
i Point In Etinuette.

Thanks is miserable expression, commonly used by persons who have not had the advantages of good breeding. Every favor received and civility shown deserves to be recognized, and the small est acknowledgment the recipient can make is to say or write ''Thank you. " The vulgarity of thanks is on par with the postal card correspondence.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
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PORTFOLIO FOR PICTURES.

tials are in the lower corner. Such a portfolio may be any desired size. These few hints by no means exhaust the pow CTS of the scorching pencil. A survey of the numerous tempting looking things ill turner's shop will quickly call forth new ideas i'll this line, as otherwise real ly insignificant trities can be thus trans formed into decorative objects.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11

ADMIRAL HoENr1 of the British navy says that, while the best ship of war may be built in year. it takes seven years to make q flst-class seaman. An equally distinguished authority has said that it takes three years to make A lawn and three generations to make gentleman.
 THE farmers of Kansas do not appear to be much more content with their lot than those of New England. In answer to the question. recently putt to them by the Kansas commissioner of agriculture, as to whether they ha6 found farming profitable, l,9IS have answered no, and only II yes. proportion is rather significant.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
NOTICE

hereby notify all persons liableito pay taxes in the city of Waterbury that I have received rate bill and warrant to collect 6 city tax of eighteen QS) mills on the dollar on list of 1898, and will be at my law office, 15 Platt building, 43 East Main street, on and after May lst 1894, when same is due, from 10 to 12 a. m., 3 to 5 and 7 to 8 p. m to receive said tax.
 P. S. The law provides that percentage at rate of 3-4 of one per cent per month must be added after May 1, 1894, if any tax remains unpaid June 1, 1894.
 CHARLES J. GRIGGS, Collector.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11

THE supreme court of South Carolina has decided that the dispensary law is un- and it is further reported that the decision has been ready three weeks. If so the court is to be blamed for not rendering the decision earlier. thus saving the Darlington tragedies.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
New York & New England

Passenger Train Service January :. lsgI. Trains leave Waterbury fer BOSTON-345 : 3o a m l.oo 3.66 m. PROVIDENCE -B. a ' ;to 8 m Loo 55 | NEW YORK via Brewster 2.lOp WORCESTER; .1i1 730 m !uo ? m. NEW IONpON-7.jO a m lnO 3,65 D m. p(TrNAN-I.l5 ' 70 a m loo. 3.N5 r m Mll.LlMAAI!t'-j i6 1"io m IUo 3.56 D m SrRlNGFlEI.D- 9.u5 d m 800 r m. HARrfORD-3.45 7,3O, 9.O5. l0:45 a m. loo NEW BRITAIN-345 ' 30. 9o5 lo45 a m loo. PLAINviiI.E@5.4 78o. DOS. l54S m loc
 S5h s.l5 P m. BRISTOL-3 45 7,3o. 9.o5 loA5 m loo TERRYviIiE ooS lo@o m loo sSs WATERNILLE-7.so 30 Q o5, IO.45a m S.bb. s.lS pm WEST ChFSHIRE 4,3o, S3o m 4So D m MERInFN 43O. $50 a m. 3O r m. CRDMWFl l S.3O a m. 30 D m. UNION CITY sos a m 2l0 p m. a m f2lo SD m. SOUTHFORp- sos m 2:lo, pm. POMPERAUG NALIEl-s.O5 a m. 2.1O SANDY HOOK-s.ob m 2lO. D m HAWLFYVIIIE-s.05 a m 2l0. p m. DANBURY-SO5 m 2lO p m. II hO. D. m BRFWSTERS-SO6 a m 210, il,60 pm. UI-ON-HUDSON-slO m 2lO p m. AS- -Binehampton, Elmira. Jamestown, Cleve-
 land Akron and Chicago sos m 2lOpm POUGHKEEPSIE. via Hoprwell sOb a m. Ill 50 p. m.
 Sunday trains Hartford and Boston
 W.R. HANCOCK.
 Gen IasS Agent Post, n
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
Making Breaded EfA;.

To make brcaded eggs, slice hard boil ed eggs in two lengthwise; dip each half ill raw egg we'll beaten, roll in very fine bread crumbs and fry i'll very little butter They must be served very hot
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
luNar:inble.

To travel is d healthy life, As all of Us admit. And yet il has-like everything Exceptions governing it. For instance, tako the travelling man, Who never takes trip, No matter what the season be, Unless lie has the grip.
 Cloak Review
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
PAPER CANDLE SHADES.

Dainty Affairs Made In Imitation of Large
 Shades Used For Piano Lamps.
 There is scarcely candle nowadaye that is not dressed up with it's little pa per shade made ill imitation of the lar ger ones used for piano and banquet lamps. It is told ill The Household that the frame for these dainty little affairs can usually be purchased where the pa
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-04-11
TYPOGRAPHY
INFORMATION CONCERNING BURNED
 ENGRAVING OR SCORCH WORK.

The Development of old Time Poker Work.
 It Is Now Known as Burned Engraving
 and Is Applied to Leather as Well as
 Wood.
 Burnt wood engraving, which is com monly called typography and poker or scorch work, is by no means new, but it has been brought to such degree of perfection by artistic workers that it is worthy of extended notice. This scorch work is no longer confined to wood, but has been adapted to leather as we'll. Neither is its application limited to small articles Wall panels of leather, chairs, desks, screens, tables and other large objects are nowadays decorated with this scorch work.
 typography, like wood carving, the amateur is often daunted by not know ing how to apply the work to useful or really decorative object. Some of the common wooden articles that are usual ly burned up may be converted into pret-