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The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24
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What do you think of a copper-colored
velvet gown? 1t has full plain skirt, a
charming jacket bodice.
Velvet is the favorite fabric, but satin is
much used also. Leather is in vogue for
waistcoats, cuffs and collars, but only the
softest and most beautifully dressed is
used. Kid, suede and glace, is in demand.
White suede over brightly colored silk
perforated in pretty designs is fashionable.
~ 80 ese
Buttons are more beautiful than ever.
Antique coins are used for this purpose
with pleasing results.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

To invest in cheap trousers is money
thrown away. They are never satisfactory
unless made to order. and $l3 is the usual
price paid for them in New York at good
tailor's, and such garments pay in the end
in every sense of the word.
wonder if any one in Menlo Park has
a Lancer Cart One has recently been
shipped to New York by the owner of
shooting box for the benefit of his fair
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

At a large china-store downtown are to
be seen several very artistically set tables
well worth a tour of inspection. For in
stance, in the blue and white room is an
ideal breakfast table all set in dainty Co.
penhagen china, showing the charms of
this com binaticn; even the cloth repeats,
with excellent effect, the blue tone, and
on the walls are to be seen tiles and
plaques on which are painted picturesque
windmills and peasants, all in blue on
white ground. l quite decided on having
a charming bit of lamp which fitted
coZily in an angle in this same apartment.
In the larger room are what are called
Thanksgiving Tables" each one being
laid for some especial course. Just as you
enter you naturally stop to admire fish
set of china which is very effectively
placed on a table, the center-piece of
which is embroidered in seaweeds, and on
the plates appear the same decoration.
An exquisite lamp with pink shade,
draped with lace, sheds becoming light.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

On NY way out l cast an admiring glance
at the superb banquet lamp of the richest
cut glass, most beautiful and graceful.
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On leaving this attractive store paid a
visit to some rooms close by where are to
be found many artistic pieces of Italian,
French and English furniture and quite a
collection of other things, such as wrought
iron lanterns, mosaic frames, embossed
leather cushions and many little things
excellent for holiday gifts or euchre prizes,
but the Venetian lace especially wished
to see had not yet arrived.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

has dust-proof surface, it will be even
more popular
One of our bellies is good to look at in a
dark blue tailor-made serge. Her skirt is
full and the waist fits her pretty, slender
figure to utter perfection. This gown is
silk lined and absolutely plain, the stitch
wrists are to be seen the daintiest collar
and cuffs of white Irish linen. With this
gown she wears dark blue telt, on which
are perched a few wings of the same
color, and two rosettes of ribbon, changing
from deep blue to green. A more sensi-
BILE and stylish costume for morning wear
cannot be desired.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

Some of the gowns worn by guests at the
Vanderbilt wedding have been thus de-
scribed: Miss Far wore very seaute
gown of brown striped velvet, fitting
a merveille, with a brown velvet hat en-
twined with roses OF every color.
Mrs. Levi p. Morton wore a gown COM
posed of black satin and velvet, and with
it she wore a chic black velvet bonnet
trimmed with feathers, a white aigrette
and soupcon of mauve velvet in front.
The Misses Morton were dressed alike,
| in gray cloth skirts, maroon velvet jacket
bodices and Louis XVI hats with soft
white velvet crowns and shirred black
velvet brims.
One of New York's bellies, Miss Hoff-
man, made happy choice in roysl pur-
pie cloth gown, com bned with velvet of
darker shade. The bodice had triple col
lars and finish at the neck of a double
Medici collar of white satin embroidered
in gold thread. One-half of the collar
stands high, while the other half fits the
shoulders with a little flare" Her hat was
tblack velvet picture hat with six purple
wings and white satin loops and bows for
trimming"
The Misses Blight like the Misses Nor
ton were dressed alike and were very at
tractive in their cloth gowns, the purple
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

The terrapin table is one of the prettiest.
A low, large, fairy-like lamp is in the
center, over which ferns are trained most
gracefully. At each place is a cassette of
French china perfectly representing ter
rapin. and at the head of the table is one
on larger scale. Cut-glass dishes with
olives, etc., are placed here and there.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

Jeweled hair and hat pins come in num-
erous designs, and can cost a mere trife
or many dollars. for instance: "a twisted
serpent of gold, with ruby eyes, coiled
over the irregular top of tortoise-shell
pin" is not to be passed by thoug ghtlessly,
as it would make an admirable Christmas
gift, if your purse is we'll filled. If not.
there are the pins of fine shell, carved
artstically, which are always acceptable.
Hatpins are also excellent gifts; one of
the newest is of gold with round, pearl
shaped, or pointed top. The old model
representing sword hilt is always pop
uiar
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

The bridal table is all in white and gold
and is set as if for the roast course, the
Venetian glasses being especially fine.
ese ete ~
The oysters are served on plates OF Limoge
china, white in the center and deep blue
around the border Holly berries dec
crate this table, the cloth being the work
of an artist. A candelabra in crimson and
white stands IN the midst of the berries,
while fairy lamps, as gaily colored as the
holly, give grateful touch of color.
The dessert set. of the most exquisite
Haviland, has plates which must be seen
to be appreciated, as in the center of each
is a lovely medallion painted in the Louis
XVI style.
The lunch table is the daintiest, as the
Dresden china is beautiful enough to coax
the money from even the most conserva-
tive pocketbook. The bouillon cups are a
sore tenn ptation, and the exquisite lamp is
fit for the boudoir of princess. The can
dies have shades of lettuce green arranged
like the petals of a rose.
The supper table is rich in quaint Ger
man tanEards of all sorts and kinds, and
the tamale plates are excellent. The fairy
lamps in this case are the heads of owls
and cats, which gaze with brown and green
eyes in knowing way at the tamales.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24
JULIE RECAMIER.
THE ORIGINAL OF THIS PICTURE RE.
TANNED HER EXQUISITE COMPLEX
ION THROUGH THE USE OF RE-
CAMIER CREAM UNTIL HER
DEATH AT EIGHTY.

No woman can be beautiful or even CLEANLY
In appearance whose face is marred by pimples,
blackheads, blotches, freckles or other imper-
fections.
These are the only skin remedies indorsed by
physicians.
The San Francisco call., 1895-11-24

We are now showing complete New
Assortm ent of our well-knOwn brands of
High Grade Kid and Suede Gloves.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
Has u Hard Time.

The ways of the schoolmaster ID
Monti.lana, Province of Granada,
Spain. are hard. The schoolhouse ia
this particular place is used as q
granary during the summer vacation.
A few days ago the schoolmaster
wished to begin his instruction again
and wrotc letters to the villagers whc
owned the grain in the building ask
ing politely that they remove it. The
answer was unexpected. The peas
ants. angry at the resumption" OF
the fellow. stormed his house, pulled
him cut into the street and beat him
badly. The excitement soon extend
ed to all the people ia the hamlet, and
a large mob OF bowling men, women
and children gathered about the
house of the mayor. This doughty
ruler brought order out of chaos by
ordering two of his servants to chase
the schoelmaster out OF town! He
will not teach the young idea how to
shoot in Montillana this winter.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
Patriotic Japs.

Among the reasons for the almos
uninterrupted success of Japan il
prosecuting the present war with
China is the spirit of generosity anG
sacrifice exhibited by the people
Voluntary contributions amounting
to almost $15, 900, 900 have been re.
ceived by the government. The
Bank of the Nobility. which has
given $l.OOJ,C00 outright. has also
placed 100000, interest free. a,
the disposal of the authorities. The
noblemen and wealthy merchants
have been most patriotic, and num-
Der OF them have contributed more
than 100000 each. Public spirit in
China with reference to the unfortun-
ate conflict presents melancholy
contrast.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
WORKED TO THE LIMIT
HOW the Boys Got Ahead OF Him ON :,
Ten~Cent Find

how the Boys Got Ahead OF Him on :
Ten-Cent Find.
A man walking along Wrightwood
avenue saw a bright dime lying or
the sidewalk, says the Chicago Rec.
ord. He picked it up. Only shor,
/ distance ahead of HIM We're two bows.
he called them: Boys, did you lose
anything?"
They turned around, and after look
ing at each other and then at the
friendly man they shook their heads.
"Have you any money!" he asked
them.
1--WE got sixty-fve cents, ~ said one
OF them.
What kind of money is it?"
81 got half-dollar and three hicks. "
ono dimes, eh?"
mo, sir"
Il just picked upa dime back there.
and | thought perhaps one of YOU
might have dropped it,"
He walked on to the corner. and as
he stood there waiting for a car he
telt pull at his coat-tail, and a small
boy with a streaked face said: mis-
ter did you find a ten-cent piece?n
Eyes, found one"
"Well. | lost it, honest. Ma sent
me for bread, and now she'll lick me. -
"Well, here's your dimen
The boy grabbed it and ran.
That evening when the man
alighted from the car at the same cor
ner boy with derby hat too large
for him halted him and asked: Say.
mister, did you find dime2 Cause
lost one on the way to the butchers,
and I'll catch it when the old man
bears about it."
"Look here, gave that dime to
another boy. He said he was going
to buy bread with it,
HE was stringin' you"
II don't knew what that means,
but maybe the money belonged to you.
Here's ten cents"
Next morning another boy, with
the proud evidence of a hole in his
pocket to back up his claim, met the
honest man at the front gate and
asked for the dime. The man knew
that some one must have lost the
money, and as he didn't want to over
look the right boy ne gave up another
dime. That evening two more were
lying in wait. He handed them ten
cents apiece On condition that they
should notify all the boys in the neigh
oos1,aaod that he had been "vorked''
TO the limit.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
HOLBEIN'S LAST DESCENDANT.
Romantic Fortune That Befel Him in
u ROhe mian POOrhouse.

Romantic Fortune That Befel Him in
II bohemian Poorhouse.
The sad fate OF the last descendant
of Hans Holbein, the famous painter.
has aroused the pity and interest of
the daughter of a landed proprietor of
Prussia to an unusual extent. Frido-
lin won Holbein, the only bearer Of
the great name, inherited consider.
able fortune, says the New York
Tribune. In the course of an adven-
turous life, however, he met many
mishaps, made bad investments, and
lost all his money. After trying to
make q living in various ways, unsuc-
cessflnaly, he returned to his native
town, Aussig, in Bohemia, penniless
man. Old and weak he was Obliged
to accept quarters in the city poor
house, to keep from starving. But a
bright ray of hope now SHINES on his
gray head. Fraulein Charlotte, the
daughter of the landed pro-
prietor whose large estates
are near Charlottenburg. heard the
story of HOabein's life, and Immediate
by announced to her parents that she
attended to marry the unfortunate
man and rescue him from his miser-
able condition. She is 90 years old,
has considerable property in her own
name, and-naturally and necessary
in one so rOmantic--is beautiful
woman Her parents saw no objec-
ton TO her plan, and few days ago
she sent her brother to Aussig as her
matrimonial ambassador. Calling on
the mayor of the town and explaining
the nature of his errand, he was sent
to Nine. Marie Wrusz, a relative OF
Holbein. The two then went to the
poor house to visit the painters de-
scendent. The bearer of the brilliant
name was, as might be expected
pleased at the interest taken in his
fate by the young woman, and quickly
gave his consent. He was supplied
with money, and arrangements have
been made for the marriage to be
celebrated in Dresden.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
An Eve to the uture.

Housekeeper Considering how
much I've done for you, | think you
MIGHT saw some wood before you go.
Tyar-p--I'd like to obleege yeh, mum,
but think now often the wheel O for
time turns over in this country.
whats that got to do with it,"
..Eyerything, mum My grandchli-
dren might get rich, and then 1t
would be so much pleasanter fer THIN
to be able to say their grandfather
was gentleman O. leisure than TO
have to admit he was wood sawyer. F."
New York Weekly.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
\ $4,000 Watch.

Attorney General Hensel, OF Penn
sylvania. whose home is at Lancaster.
sometimes astonisheS his friends by
showing what he calls his SO, 0lO
watch. Mr.. Hcnsel and some others
at Lancaster subscribed to the stock
of Il watch factory established there
some years ago. and the managers
of the factory made and gave to each
of the subscribers handsome gold
watch. The factory afterward failed,
and the subscribers have only the
watches to show for their money.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

Dover, n. H.. ore of the prettiest
OF the smaller cities OF New England
is ono OF he largest consumers OF
snuff among ali the cities of the
country The population is some
thing like 10000, and last year more
than five tens in this form OF tobacco
was used there. The habit of snuff
dipping is not usual in New England
and it was brought to Dover, so it is
said, by soldiers just after the war,
and has increased to its present pro.
horizons.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

An Important decision has just been
pronounced in Vermont as to engage
ment rings. A young man sued to
recover one that he had given to Il
young woman VINO. after accepting
the ring, repudiated the engagement.
The Judge decided that it must be re-
turned or else that the recipient must
fulfill the conditions under which it
was presented. The English courts
some years ago decided that an en-
gagement ring is not recoverable un-
der any circumstances.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
Very Much or Color

Are people who are troubled with chronic liver
complaint. Bile in the blood tinges the cuticle
and even the eyeballs, and also manlfests It's
presence by uneasness in the right side and
beneath the right shoulder blade furred tongue.
nausea, sick headache and an unpleasant
breath. 1t is usually accompanied by costive'
ness and dyspepsia. For the ailment itself,
and it's various manifestations, Hostetter's
Stomach Bitters is a speedy and complete
remedy. This standard medicine also prevents
and cures chills and fever, rheumatism, nerV'
BUSINESS and the infirmities incident to declin-
ing years. It builds up an eNeebled physique
and fortifes 1t against disease. Appetite and
nightly slumbsr are promoted by it, and 1t is q
protector against the effects OF Wettlng, OF
overwork, exposure and unwholesome food or
water
The Progress., 1895-01-19
KNOWLEDGE

Brings comfort and improvement and
tends to personal enjoyment when
rightly used. The many, who live bet
ter than others and enjoy life more, with
less expenditure, by more promptly
adapting the worlds best products to
the needs of physical being, will attest
the valuc to health of the pure liquid
laxative principles embraced in the
remedy, Syrup Of Figs.
It's excellence is due to its presenting
in the form most acceptable and pleas
ant to the taste, the refreshing and truly
beneficial properties Of perfect lax
alive; efectually cleansing the system,
dispelling colds, headaches and fevers
and permanently curing constipation.
It has given satisfaction to millions and
met with the approval Of the medical
profession, because it acts on the Kid
news, Liver and Bowels without weak.
ening them and it is perfectly free from
every Objectionable substance.
Syrup Of Figs is for sale by all drug
eists in Soc and 81 bottles, but it is man
.factured by the California Fig Syrup
Co. only, whose name is printed on every
package, also the name, Syrup Of Figs,
and being we'll informed, you will not
accept any substitute if offered.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

We show herewith the Noxall Incubator,
Invented and manufactured by G. w. Muir
pny & Ca.,;a well-known business firm of
Quincy, ILL., The following testimonials
show the merits of the NoXall Incubator
better and more forcibly than anything we
could say. They are certainly very strong
ones, and c. w. Murphy Il Co. should be
highly gratified that their incubator wins
such golden opinions:
ST. LoUGs, Mo.
Geo. W. Mafp3y d Co
DEAR SIgs: The Toxall Incubator is a
great success. Matched 9S out Of loS I'M
tested eggs, JOHN HERL
1J0 GOOD STRONG CHICKS.
DU CHEZ, Was.
eco: ". Murphy & Co.
My first hatch was $50 chicks. The
Eoxall Incubator and Brooder are gaad
machines, and very easily managed.
HENRY FkIrEsHE.
Fog catalogue, etc, address
Gro. w MURpHY & CO..
Bog 81. Quincy, I'LL
The Progress., 1895-01-19
The bulgarian Army.

The Belgian minister OF war pro
poses an increase in the army. whic ,
would be composed of 1870, 900 men or
war footing. Eighty thousand OF
them are to be kept in reserve for
the defense OF fortresses and 100, O0O
would form che offensive or army O,
campaign. This project is to be sub
mitted to the chamber.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
Wood Pulp Tubiig.

Tubing made from wood pulp is
coming into use for underground pur-
poses, owing to its high electrical re-
sistance and its freedom from the ac-
tiou OF earth-return currents which
seriously injure gas and water pipes
in cities where electric cars use the
ground to complete their circuits. 1t is
also free from difficulties due to ex.
pansion and contraction.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

When an American meets an &C
ouaintance after dark. no matter
what the hour. he says: Good
evening" and when they separate he
says good night But in Canada
one often hears the latter phase in
salutation as we'll as in good by. To
an American it seems odd when, on
seeing friend. the latter advances
with: Good night, sir. How are
you?n
The Progress., 1895-01-19
why He Didn't.

Little Willie--I wanted SO muca 70
neck through the keyhole las. nig e.,
.h;ls WI, were in the parlor with Mr.,
rastleton. sister-But. like a gooo
little boy, you didn't, did your , y s ,.l,o
n' Nh. the servant girl got there lrs''
New York Herald.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
Sports.

There are now 1856 packs OF fox
hounds in England, ia of barriers
and II of staghounds. In Ireland
there are % packs OF harries, 20 OF
foxhounds and OF staghounds. In
Scotland there are 10 packs OF fox
hounds. 3 Of barriers, but no stag
hounds.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
A Terrific Shock.

Mrs. Bangleton was reading OF a
street car accident in Chicago to her
husband.
..The cars ran together" she said,
..ana Miss Wabash, who was standing
IN the aisle. was thrown from her feet
and" ,,o,a
.aree Whit" exclaimed her husband;
..those cars must have been going .
hundred miles an hour"
The Progress., 1895-01-19

A lady in Columbus. Mo-. has
brought suit against her husband as
county treasurer to have the taxation
Oh some of her property reduced.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
Repartee,

aMy dear" said Mr. k .ls.l. hard ,st to
please. !. ,.r abont that I
married you. you know
The Progress., 1895-01-19

The world would be a place OF peace if
men were all peacemakers
The Progress., 1895-01-19

MALARIA cured and eradcated from the
system by Browns Iron Bitters, which
enriches the blood tones the nerves, aids
digestion. Acts like a charm OH persons
in general ill health, giving new energy
and strength.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

He that will not be counse led cannot be
helped.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
The HssHaii Incubator.

The more one speaks OF himself the less
DO likes to hear another talked of.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

a complete medical work. with lG0 favorite Pre-
scriptOns for ali diseases of man and beast. price
$40, and one bottle Of Dr. ThurmOnds Catarrh
Cure, orsBood Syrup. sen! to any address fer Sic
Address Tburm0nd Chemical Co., Dallas, Tex.
The Progress., 1895-01-19
II, llll
y 81
LEAVES IT'S MARX

--every one of the painful irregularities
saud weaknesses that prey upon women.
they fade the face, waste the figure, run,
the temper, wither you up, make you old
before your time. 90
Get WE'LL That's the way to look well:
Cure the disorders and ailments that beset
you, with Dr. Pierce's Favorite Preserip'
ton.
1t regulates and promotes all the proper
functions. improves digestion, enriches the
blood, dispels aches and pains, melancholy
and nervousness, brings refreshing sleep
and restores health and strength. It's
powerful general, as we'll as uterine, tonic
and nervine, imparting vigor and strength
to the entire system.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

Mail postal card containing your name and ad-
dress to the Mckinney treX.j Nurseries and get
their new catalogue free.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

There is frightfut lot of love wastedS
people are extravagant with 1t in their
youth, ind suffer the lack of it in old age.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

For Dyspepsia, Indigestion and StoE Cd
disorders use Browns Iron Bite the
Best onic 1t rebuilds the system, cleans
the Blood and strengthens the muscles. A
splendid medicine for weak aud debiiitated
f,efsons
The Progress., 1895-01-19

MRS. ZURICH. nd bee very stions
ever siuce-that was two years aud hall ago
book of 1853 pages on Woman and Her
Diseases y mailed sealed, on receipt OF 10
cents in clamps for postage ADDRESS,
5 WoRLD,s DIsPENsARy MEDICAL .associA-
TON. 6es Main Street, Buffalo, N Y.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

Understand your antagonist before you
answer him.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

After physicians had given Inc up, was
saved by Pso's Cure. -KALPH ERlEG, Viii.
Transport, Pa, Nov %. 1893.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

Many man is AFRAID of ghosts ana still
is not afraid Of spirits
The Progress., 1895-01-19

LADIES PUFFED WAIsz. Pattern No 6. q is
cut in i've sizes, viz: 49, "a, 36, 2sand 40 inches
bust measure.
Lavender organdie over silk lining Of the
same shade made this dainty waist, which is
one Of the latest importations.
The upper fronts and back are shil1ed in up
right puffs 10 squa.:A yoke depth each row at
shirring being covered with pearl braid The
fullness in front and back is prettily gathered
into small space at the waist line, where II in.
held in by the belt. Ample pufs are gracefully
disposep over fitted sleeve Innings the loweF
portions being arranged around the arm in puils.
10 match the simulated yoke. The standing
collar OF silk Is covered with puff of the or
candle, bordered on each edge with the pearl
braid. The closing is invisible In center front.
A belt OF corded lavender silk is worn ~
the waist. fastened with pearl buckle All
styles of silk in fashionable weaves, crcpon,
challie, yelling, landsdown and novelty silk
and wool mixtures, lace, net, grenadine, Swiss,
mousseline de sole and various other SEASON
able fabrics are all used to develop themoae
The decorations can be selected from the.
great variety now fashionable, to suit individr
ual taste.
The retail price Of this pattern is 25 cents.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

The day of judgment will be great un
covering of shams and hypocrisies.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

Labor is rest from sins promptings tina,
ever entreat us.
The Progress., 1895-01-19

OF Em l'SSh, Dep"'o
Neb,, writes !: II ewoy
good health thanks 70
DR.. Pierce's Favorite Pre-
scription and Golden
Medical Discovery. !
was under doctors care
for two years with womb
disease, aud gradually
wasting in strength az
,the time. ! was so weak
THAT I could sit up in bed
only a few moments. Tor
two years. I commenced
taking DIR. Pierce's Fa,
vorite Prescription and
his Golden Medical Dis
co, ny and by the time
~ .d,aktr olie-hah dos,
q 1 bottles ! was up aud
Ding wherever ! pleased.
nd have Dad good health
od hee~. very strong