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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

waxed excited over this last topic.
Finally one of them said she had q
costume in process of construction that
met all objections. She said:
THE costume is one-piece garment,
and makes a splendid walking skirt.
There are pair of elastic cords ar
ranged slillfully ut the side, and when
body wants to mount all she has to
do is to pull at these nice little cords,
and behold, the skirt rises in graceful
folds on each side, leaving the limbs in
the trousers unimpeded while on the
wheel. And the costume isn't immod-
est bit. 1t really is pretty. You can
wear any kind of waist with it that
you wish. 1 bought skirt, and I'm
going to wear my Norfolk jacket with
it. The skirt is light as can be, and is
made so that it has sheer effect in
front, and when it is drawn up and
back there is but little cloth to blow
about. And I'll tell you further, dear
ladies', that I'm going to wear my
'zelkri' on every racing day this season.
No more muddy skirts and draggled
CATERS for me. And the best of it all
is that it doesn't appear bit like dress
reform, and you can thus have all the
gain of comfort without the fame
which you ladies and your husbands
seem to find SO stringently ojectiona-
BILE. e."-Chicago Tribune.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
WASHING BLANKETS.
Tho Only Hard Work Is to Got Them o'
tho Line Properly.

Tho Only Hard work Is to Got Them on
tho Line Properly.
A sunny, windy day should be select
ed, and only one pair washed in one
day. First put tho blankets on the line
and shake the dust out of them. Cut
one pound of good soap in small pieces
and boil in two quarts of water till dis
solved. Add half pound of powdered
borax. Fill tub about half full of
water and add the soap and boraX. Bo
sure to have the temperature of the
water the same as that of the outside
air. This is not n difficult matter, as
water is usually little colder than the
mir in spring and summer, and only then
should blankets be washed. Press the
blankets down into the water and avoid
rubbing; then let the soap and borax
do the worli-they certainly will. Let
the blankets soak for two hours and
rinse them thoroughly in several waters
until the rinsing water looks clean,
taking care to having the rinsing water
the same temperature as the first water
and the outside air.
Then, without wringing, put the
blankets on the line. Do not stretch
them, and be careful to hang them ex-
actly even, then the color of the stripes
will not run into the white. Although
dripping wet, on n clear day they will
dry in four or five hours and will be
soft and clear. The water, not the
washing, will show to certain extent,
although they will look more like new
ones than they did before washing.
Take in when perfectly dry. They
should not be ironed nor pressed. They
will be clean and will smell sweet The
only hard work is to get the blankets
on the line properly, and if some one will
lend n hand" even this is not very la
borious. Good Housekeeping.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Harvest for tho Laundress.

The revival of the white skirt is as
sured. Single skirts of percale finished
with fine scallop around the edge of
the hem and ten or twelve-inch seal
loped founce above 1T will be worn in
the street with summer dresses. With
more elaborate house dresses a skirt of
nainsook is worn. This is finished with
three, four, or five overlapping lounces,
about five or six inches deep arouI the
bottom. These ruffles are quite gcner-
ally trimmed with edges of French
valenciennes or frills of point d'esprit.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
A RAG OF BoNBoNs.

are of linen, embroidered, some edged
with lace, some of silk, with drawn
work borders, but all are of spotless
white, and the whole plan is us spring
like as the flower season itself.
Another favor is bon-bon bag, with
silk cover. For the foundation there
are some pieces of firm cardboard, cut
out in different shapes, grouped togeth-
er securely, so as to form an excellent
stand for the silk receptacle. These
pockets are in every tint of delicate
silk, according to fancy, and are drawn
up by ribbons. They are filled with
chocolate sweets in every variety. The
guests card is tied to the ribbons. and
us favors these certainly are unique
and tasteful.
Another society hostess will give
during the spring months luncheon
for her daughter. The invitations are
in silver cardboard, the envelopes tied
with pink ribbon, us dainty as possible.
The young debutante conceived a
happy idea for the occasion. She is
having photographs taken of herself in
miniature size. When finished, they
will be inclosed in French gilt frames
and through the knot will be tied L
bow of narrow ribbon. A pin on the
under side will fasten these quaint con-
ceits on the dress of each guest. For
table decorations there will be wreaths
of smilax set off by buds of the brides
maid rose, so that flowers and favors
will be happily combined. The napery
will be pink and white. In the middle
of the board will be an old-fashioned
candelabrum, whose base will be COW
cred with ivy. There will be rosettes
of broad, pink satin ribbon, at each
corner, the bands of ribbon running
around the table. All the china will be
pink, of course.
1t is reported that the beautiful rose
called the Baroness Rothschild will
make its Appearances as dinner course.
One florist suggested to a caterer that
the center of this precious blossom be
taken out and filed with Roman
punch, the chill Of the ice preserving
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
FUN FOR THE BOYS.
How to Make a ParIor Pistol That Affords
Lots Of Amusament.

The parlor pistol here illustrated
will afford much amusement and is
very simple of construction. For the
cylinder, take goose quill five or six
inches long; the piston can be made
from penhandle or small rule
rounded off except at the top, where
the square part serves as handle.
The projectiles should be safe, elastic
and slightly moist. A potato will fur
nish You with very good ones. Cut it
in slices Of the thickness of finger,
and press the end of the quill through
itas many timesas you need projectiles.
These will be of the exact caliber OF
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
EASY yyben You KNOW How.

Some women never acquire the knacls
of tying bow knot. In fact, many
women do not, Judging from the
strange, npsidc-dovn, wrong-side-out
affairs one secs in ribbons and sashes
and bonnet strings. The process is
simplicity itself after it is once learned.
Always to put the upper string over
the under, and never the reverse, is the
whole thing in nutshell. If this
same upper string is again brought
through the middle loop before pulling
1t smartly into place it will make the
unloosable knot which is necessary In
shoe laces, for instance.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Advantage of a Fun Length Mirror.

Every house should contain at least
one mirror of sufficient length to en-
able one to see oneself within it at full
length. No woman ever knows quite
what an appearance she makes until
she thus sees herself, and there arc
many little defects of dress only to be
remedied by such observation. Many
gowns would hang very differently, or
be of different lengths and sometimes,
too, very much better boots would te
donned, If the ''gift" were thus given
ITO see ourselves aa others see u.s."
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Cnfortunnte Error.

From the Plunkvillc Duglc: "Tke
lack of local news in our issue this week
must be laid to the printer. Our best
reporter, who interviewed Col. Hotpcp-
per on the financial situation, wrote
that the genial colonel spoke by the
card. The fool printer put it up that
the colonel spoke by the yard, and the
colonel, in our absence, held the re-
porter responsible" - Indianapolis
,Joilrna1
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Watts-Ill bet that if women wore
allowed the ballot we would have so
cialism in less than ten years.
Potts-That is all you know about it.
With socialism there would be no busi-
ness competition, and with no business
competition there would be no bargain
sales. So that sottles your notion right
from the tart.-Indianapolis Journal.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
An Unklnd Remarls.

Mr. Murray Hill-Allow me to con.
gratalatc you on your marriage. Your
wife is certainly most charming lady.
Mr.. Uglymug-Yes, and she is as
amiable as she is lovely. And she is 50
considerable. She's willing to put up
with almost anything.
MIR. Murray IIill-Yes, 1 knew that
when l heard that shs had married you.
Texas Siftings.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Nothing Compulsory About 1t.

Three different walters at southern
hotel asked little prim, precise Har-
ward professor at dinner, in quick sue
cession, if he would have soup. A little
annoyed, he said to the last waiter
who asked: SIS it compulsory?" mo,
sah," answered our friend and brother
mo, sab. / think it am mock tur'
fla -
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Marriage Not a Fallure.

Flights oil nonsense for girls to
spend so much time and money learn
ing to play the piano Before we were
married. my wife used to be cternally
practicing, but she hasn't touched the
piano half q dozen times since.
Fogg-And yet they say marriage is a
failure.-Boston Transcript.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

its radiant beauty. The petals, which
are not needed for this extravagant
plan, will be scattered over the nap
cry, giving that blush tone to the cloth
for which these flowers are so famous
The leaves will be added also to the
scheme, and the whole affair, when
ready to be served, will be most deli
cate appetizer between the meat and the
pnmn
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
WOMAN AND HOME.
FAvoRs FOR LUNCHEON.
Novelties That ouick-w,tted Hostesscs
Mag Hear in Mind.

Novelties That ouick-witted Hostesscs
Mag Hear in Mind.
In the way Of novel favors for spring
entertainments, these may be de-
scribed: At q certain woman's club
there will be noon breakfast, at
which will be seated seventy guests.
An artist in favors has made for this
social function some beautiful but in
expensive trifles for each cover, in
which water color paper has lent its
mid. These pretty painted affairs are of
two kinds One is in form of naplsi2
ring, with band of liquid gold at each
end and around the middle. Tied to
the end is bunch of daffodils, painted
on the same material in natural colors
and cut in outline, giving all the eff
feet of bunch of flowers. Instead of
napkins pretty handkerchiefs will be
thrust inside this clever device. Some
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
A Fine Time.

"Have you heard from your daughter
sirceashc started on her wedding tour?
Is she happy?" Very much so. Only
think, in Venice she commenced to
have her own way in everything, and
ever since they left Rome she has car
ried the pursc!"-Tagliche Rundschau.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
To Test Face Powder.

Some face powders are harmless, 9TH
ers are very injurious. To test face
powder drop pinch into wine glass
of clear water. If it dissolves 1t can be
used with impunity; If it shows an in
soluble residuum avoid it, as 1t will clog
the pores and in time ruin the com
plexion.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
"You wish to see me? Take seat,
please"
II want to present this littlo bill to
you, SIR"
"Then get up."-Fliegende Blaetter.


DIR. Pillem-Did you administer the
opiate at nine o'clock, as directed?
Mrs. Camp with sniff)-That did,
sir. But it seemed pity to have to
wake the poor man out of the first
sound sleep hos had in four days to give
1t to him!-N. Y. World.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Mr.. Borem, who attends social gather
ings even when he is not invited,
showed up at an entertainment at Up
pcrcrust mansion.
Mr.. Borem-l am little late. ex.
pect l am the last ono to arrive.
Mrs. Uppercrust-Yes, Mr.. Borem,
you arc tho last one expected to see.
Texas Siftings.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
WISHED she'd Been Born Sooner.

Little Mary K was obliged to
stay at home from school on account OF
sickness. Her mother tried to amuse
her by telling her stories about her own
childhood, and succeeded SO well that
the little girl said: "Oh, mamma, !
wish had been born sooner, so that ]
might have played with you when you
were little"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Mamma-You may open your school
report, Tommy, and tell me how you
have been doing this week.
Tommy-oh, here is the highest mark,
mamma, 1.
Mamma-And what is that for, Tom
my?
Tommy-Days absent, 1.-HarperS
Round Table.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Papa" said Jennie, climbing upon
her fathers knee, don't you think that
stead o. ten cents week you could give
mo flfteen?"
"Well, | don't know, my dea:," was
the answer. What do you want of the
extra five cents?"
II thought my dollie was old enough
to have 1owance, and want to give
it to her."-Harper's Round Table.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Brotherlx F6rethenght.

Mother Coming into the nursery, in
horror)-What on earth are you doing,
Bobby?
Bobby (coolly)-Why, pa says every.
body's got to eat a peck of dirt before
he dies. an thought I'd give the baby
his'n now, SOS he'll have it ct before he
grows up.-Pucls.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Conjugsl Prudence.

Wife-Do you really love me, my pet2
Husband-I adore you, my sweet, and
am prepared to give you any proof OF
the fact not exceeding one hundred
hancs.-Il Carlino
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Perfectly Cool.

Clubfellow-I have resolved on sui
eide, James. 1t is my only recourse.
James-Go gracious, sir
Clubfellow-Nota word, James. You
shall see how brave man dies. Bring
me the cucumbers.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

She-The count promised to marry
Edith soon.
She-Yes. but Edith is afraid he win
break his promise.
She-Why?
She-Because he made it in broken
English.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Ono Consolation.

Winlsles-old chap, how gray you
arc getting! And only thirty-five, too.
Kinkles-Well, there is one godscnd,
anyway.
Winklcs-And that?
Kifkles-Whom the gods love dye
young.-N. y. World.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Ibid you post the letter l gave You
this morning?" asked Mrs. Howitzer.
II did!" simply replied Mr.. H., and
the parrot fell off his perch in astonish.
Iaent.-Truth.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
AlarHiaS.

'Piplsin-The board of health census
shows an alarming state of affairs OH
this island.
PottS-ln what particular?
Pipkin-Tho police didn't findNa sin.
gle woman over twenty-seven years
Old.-N. Y. World.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
MilIie,s Essay on Hands.

Extract from an essay written by
Willie Jimpkins: Man has two hans.
one is tho rite han and one is the left
han. the rite han is fur ritin and the
left hand is fur lcftin. both hans to onse
is fur stummili AXE" - West Union
tIa.) Gazette.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
NEW ATHLETIC GAME.
It In Called battle Hall and Can Ne
Played IndoorH or Out.

Played Indoora or Out.
One of the newest of games, and one
that is apparently destined to be very
popular, is battle ball. Among it's nd
vantages is that it can be played in any
season of the year, being equally suit
able for indoors or out of doors.
AZ the same time it is more athletic
than the great majority of indoor
games, combining, as it does, various
features of baseball, football, bowling,
handball, tennis and cricket.
The game is especially adapted for
gymnasium use, it having been in-
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Rough on uimseIf.

Invalid-Doctor, I should not fear
death, but i am SO afraid Of being
buried alive.
Physielan-You need have no fear OF
that with me attending you.-N. Y.
Weekly.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
Do Banio.

Dah's er heap OBJ satlsiacshun in or fiddle,
Err q gran pianner standln' gin do wall;
But TO swing yo' co ners, ladies In do middle.
Do banjo. chile am whpd kin beat 'em oil.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

your pistol and in every respect salts
factory. A target made of pasteboard,
and pierced at the center with hole
through which the projectiles may
pass, can be set up in any convenient
place for practice.-Once Week.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22
ONE-PlECE GARMENT.
Why Its Fair Inventor Considers 1t the
1dcat Bicycle skirt.

Three "bicycle women" were talking
the other day, and, of course, it goes
without saying that they were talking
of wheels and of the time they had
made, and above all they were talking
of this seasons bicycle gowns. They
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Jones-Surcly, you're not moving in
this desperately bad weather?
Robinson-H'm! You don't suppose
I'm putting my furniture out to air in it,
do you?-Texas Siftings.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1895-06-22

Mrs. Bugsby-You can't deceive me,
John! I'm sharp, you know, sharp as
knife!
Mr.. Bugsby = Yes, Maria, you re-
scmble knife - a table-lsnife = you
never shut up.-N. Y. Ledger.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-14
Court orLnw ana <nanccrv.

=, Prior to June last Mr.. ]. Knight
ihomas was in the employ OF the Vir-
ginia Peanut Association, and during
mat month he was sent out West into
iowa on business for the firm, and he
alleges that while out there and with
out cause he was discharged by the
association, for which discharge he en-
tered suit against the peanut company
Tor $4,000. The case was called in the
Court of Law and Chancery yesterday,
ana consumed the entire day. The
grounds alleged by the plaintiff as his
c ca TO damages is that on account OF
the peremptory discharge from his posi-
ton, others who would have been glad
10 employ him in his line, were led 10
bcileve that there was some fault with
him that caused his sudden dismissal
ana that this wrong impression caused
by the acts of the association has kept
him from securing employment since.
and that he has been greatly injured
IN his good name, fame and reputation.
attorneys j. sydney Smith and Judge
William II. Burroughs represent the
plaintiff and William II. White the de.
PENDANTS. AT o'clock last night the
case was still pending
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-14

Notice is given that. on or about
November 20. 1895, the two fixed red
lens 'santcrn lights on Rociiland Break
water, y. side of the entrance to Rock
land liarbor. will be moved to the new
beacon AT the end OF the finished work of
me breakwater, about 2gS feet south
ward OF the present location of the
lights. The light will. as heretofore. lie
cShlpltcd. one vertically above The
other - and % feet. respectively. about
mean high water The new beacon is
built of dimension stone in the form
of pyramid. AS the partial filling of
The breakwater extends some distance
beyond the beacon vessels should not
approach too near il.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-14
Mcn.fo,is in woman.s Domain.

Good housekeeping is q woInan's
Journal. both In birth and being. isut
home interests, including housekeeping,
good or bad, touch the party of the other
part with equal force For
these reasons, arrangements have Eccn
made to spread The Good IIousekeep-
ing table for January, the initial issue
OF 1896. with viunds prepared entirely
by the nen-folk, giving the men oppor-
unity TO have their say as to what
the elements, make UP and outcome
of good housekeeping should be, and
what poor or Indifferent housekeeping
should not be. The pens of men, dis
tinguishcd in the various walks OF life.
INTO which they have been respectively
drawn have been secured to open
the ball The discussion will be con
tinued throughout the year.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-14

The interest manifested In the CON
cert TO be given ut the Academy on
Thursday, November 2ist. for the hcne-
lit of Christ Episcopal Church OF Ron
noke, Is daily increasing. The talent
secured guarantees delightful even
ing. a great many tickets have already
been sold Prof Geo. Wheat. the celc-
DRAFTED pianist assisted by the other
distinguished musicians who will take
Part is one of the features Professor
Wheat has the great distinction OF
having played before the Royal Court
of France
The patronesscs arc Mrs. A. NJ. Ran
dolph, Mrs. Beverly d. Tucker. Mrs. y.
S. Lloyd, Mrs James Y. Leigh. Mrs.
iugh n. Page, Mrs. Alan r. lIanclSle,
Mrs. William w Old, Mrs. Caldwell
Hardy, Mrs. George w. Cordan, Mrs.
l.. Harmanson. Mrs. Leigh Il. Watts,
Mrs. Charles Meyers; Mrs. NJ. Umstad-
ter. Mrs. w Il. Brooke, Mrs. George
Mcintosh. Mrs. William c. Dickson.
Mrs. Walter Fl. Taylor
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1895-11-14
AMUsEM ENTs.
PROPOSALS.

p UBLIC SALE OF OLD MATERIAL
at the navy yard, Norfolk, Va-NaVy
department. Washington, D. c., Noyem-
per :. lSp,I1n accordance with the pro-
Congress approved August S, 1885,, Sta
tutes at Large. oil. 90, page 29G and the
Act making; appropriations for the naval
service SCI, Tor the fiscal year ending Jun 80,
June 20, 1890, there viii be sold at tho
hayward, Norfolk. Va. on November
q, 1895, certain stores belonging to the
navy ana condemned as unfit for use
therein. consisting Of provisions, cloth
mashine... boats. boiler tubes, hemp and
manila rigging shot, ETC., etc. The sales
Will be for cash to the highest bidder for
each lot by sealed proposals. Catalogues
containing forms of proposals for bidders
may be obtained OH application at the
office of the commandant, navy-yard
Norfolk, Va. Proposals must be made In
duplicate; enclosed in an envelope, en-
Condemned stores ut the navy-yard, Nor
folk, Va. to be opened on November n,
1878, and addressed to the Paymaster OF
the navy-yard, Norfolk: va. Proposals
OF the yard not later than - o'clock noon
on the above date. A deposit of 20 per
cent. or the total amount of a bid must
accompany it rs security for the payment
of the balance ana the removal OF the
convenience OF the GOVERNMENT from
date of acceptance of bid which deposit
VIII be forfeited TO the United States in
event or failure TO pay such balance and
a deposit of the full amount of bids of
nfty dollars or less must accompany the
DDS. The stores must be removed without
expense to the Government. The right
a. HERBERT, Secretay of the Navy
nol4-tu, sa, -2w