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The Louisiana populist. [volume] (Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish, La.) 1894-1898, 1896-06-26

And now some fellow has suggested
the idea OF COMETALLISM that is, a
metallic money composed Of both gold
and silver. with the additional idea
that such money is to be a full legal
tender-the unit-the standard. Next!
The Louisiana populist. [volume] (Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish, La.) 1894-1898, 1896-06-26
VOL. ii.

Sam
nnide-E -Eeptat
The evening times., 1896-04-11
WOMAN IN THE EAST.

"HE degradation OF women among
Oriental people has gone on until
il was reached degree not easy
10 beimagincd. AnoldA rab proverb
shows that it is ro rev thing. 1t
declares. '.The he 81 son-in-ia lis the grave"
Mr.. Neil dcvOtes several pages OF his book
on Palestine TO this subject. You cannot,
he says. insult Il Moslem more than to
ask about the health OF his wife.
lf woman is so much as mentioned
in conversation, even though she may
nc the speakers own wife. May God
elevate you'-tAat is, above the con-
iamination of such Il subject The same
expression is used after the mention OF
dog, II donkey, u pig or a shoe, all OF
which are held vile and unclean.
Morris this feeling confined to the Moham-
mcdans. DR.. Jcssup tells how "a Greek
Christian in Tripo!i came applying for
help 10 an American physician. said he:
There Is woman here who is very ILL.,
beg your pardon for mentioning SO vile
a subject to your cxccllency.'
who may IT bc?'' inquired the doc
tor.
May God elevate you, il is my wife,"
DR.. Jcssup also tells of overhearing
the following conversation between Il
MOhammcdan and Dr. Van Dyck:
your cxccllency must be aware that
have :; sick man in my house. May
God grant you health, He has pain in
his back, headache, and he will not eat"
Has he any fcver:''
"A liitlc.''
Il will come and see her this after
noon.'
May God increase your goods"
The evening times., 1896-04-11
How to Lace "A Corset.

Very few women really know how TO lace
a corset French women might teach US
many a secret il they were SO inclined. and
this is one OF them. by means Of which they
secure the beautifully curved figure we au
SO admire. Whether the corset is worn
loose or tight. three laCes always are used.
The first laCing is put into the top III the
usual way, on each side as far as the two
eyelet holes at the waist, which are placed
near together With another lace begin at
the bottom and lace upward. leaving two
eyelet holes below the two at the waist.
Then put the third laCing into these eye'et
holes four on each side. Fasten the corset
around you ard dra W the separate lacing L"
fit the bust hips and waist. The elastic
Iacing should be used. as ii gives more free-
dom 10 the muscles.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
"AT HOME" DAY.

/ Is in excessively bad taste not to
remain at home on the day notified
on ones cards. Nothing but absolute
L necessity should induce n lady to alb
sent herself ON such an occasion.
Tea, which promotes sociability. is al
ways Offered on an ''at home day. In
the country it is correct To offer IL to all
callers. no matter how early they arrive.
as the distances are great and it is looked
upon as Il great breach OF hospitality not
to offer this welcome refreshment to guests
who may have had "a long walk or drive.
In town Ii is seldom offered before four
or half-past four. When the hostess visit
Ing list is large and she may reasonably
expect goodly number OF callers, 1T is
generally found convenient to serve tea in
an adjoining room. otherwise it may be
brought into the dra rawing-room and poured
out by the hostess.
There are certain points for visitors to
observe as well as hnstesses upon these
occasions. Callers on at home day stay
from ten minutes TO an hour. according TO
the degree of their intimacy at the house.
Those whose first cali il is come early
and only remain the ceremonial ten minutes:
more intimate friends drop in about the tea
hour with intent TO stay--New York Tele-
gram.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
A Stylish Home Gown.

III pleasing contrast with the many elabo.
rate gowns one sees nowadays is n simple
but very effective one in white and black.
The skirt is quite plain the bodice made with
three plaits back and front. Shoulder
straps, ,epau.cis, collar, cuffs and waistband
are OF white cloth. with an overlay of black
velvet, Il combination very effective, and
becoming. Many of the ne west cloth COS
tunes show white facngs. waist, oat and
cuffs. When Il white dress is TOO light to
meet ones requirements. the gown may be
OF tan -co.orcd cloth, with white shoulder
straps. collar. etc, ovcrlaid with tan :
coiorc,I velvet.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
An Au1Ogrnnh CuahiOn.

This is pretty piece of Hee,I.eworS.
Two squares of white linen OF the desire
slZr OF cushion are required. Ask your
friends to write, with 4 lead pencil, their
names IN large, open hand upon on.. piece OF
the linen. When the square is entirely
filled. crazy fashion. outline the auto
graphs in shades of yellow wash silk.
ButtOnhoe the edges in SCallopS and
work an eyciet in each, Embroiter your
monogram in the center OF the sec ond square
of linen for the other side of the cushion.
Finish the edges of this in the same manner
as the first. then lace both together over a
cushion whose four sides are covered with a
full shrring of yellow silk.
Use yellow silk cord for lacing, and
decorate one corner with a large how of
wide yellow satin ribbon.-Good House,
keeping.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
At Twilight.

uSdI tuS sOuuu VI IL sOlt lOOlldll,
A laugh that is elfin sweet, !!
A lisping word and u Cooing call,
As do wn the length or the shadowy hall .
Falter her baby feet. !
She pauses a-tiptoe at the door,
With her bonny eyes ashine.
Her face holds wisdom beyond my store, /
And clasp her close 10 my heart once
more, :
With her fair little cheek to mine. =
But my arms clasp only the empty air,
The lullaby dies unsung,
l lose the CLEAN of her golden hair,
And the little face, so childish fair,
And the lisp OF her baby tongue.
And then l remember: she lies asleep,
Her story has all been told,
And whether / wake or whether I weep,
There still is mystery strange and deep,
Which Time can never unfold.
But I sometimes fancy catch the gleam
or her hair, in the still of the night,
And the tint of her hand in a pale moon
beam,
Or her eyes meet mine in waking dream
AS sit in the dim twilight.
'Tis then, / fancy, she turns her face
That has grown so heavenly fair,
From where she stands in that shining
place,
And looks toward me through the starry
space
With the smile that the angels wear.
Dorothy Deane.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
TREATMENT OF THE FEET.

"HE results OF tight shoes are not al
w ways immediate, but they are sure
and very painful Corns are horny
L indurations with sensitive nucleus
or base. and appear on the exposed
portions of the joints OF the toes.
Nails that have tendency To grow side
ways should be carefully pared. Where
the nail grows into the flesh it may be
cured by making N-shaped cut in the CEN
ter, the broad part of the Y at the top OF
the nail
once week at least the feet should be
carefully examined. after piunging them in
warm water. Every particle of loose skin
should lie removed while the flesh is still
soft from the bath. Any caliosities or in
durations should be rubbed quite smooth
with Il bit of pumicc stone. or, better still,
a japanese corn file.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
CNDERTAEERS.
DIED

HAGAN-Edward Hdgan, at 4:l0 a m.
saturday, April IL, 1896, OF pneumonia
Age, three years, one month and eleven
days.
Funeral viii take place Monday at
o cock, April / 3 1885. from his pa rents
residence. Morris avenue, AnaCos tia.
HcidtIveS and friends are respectfully in
yted to attend.
my hands are clasped upon they breast,
We kissed the loving brow,
And in our aching hearts,
We have no brother now
BY his little sisters and brothers
apl -2t-em
CONNOR-On April Q. 1896. James F.
Connor, Leesburg, Va, aged twenty-scven
years.
Funeral Saturday, April II, from his
parents residence. aplI-2t
MURPHY-On Friday. April 10. 1896.
at a. M, at his residence. No. 122 b
street northwest, John F. Murphy.
Funeral from his late residence at
p. uI.. Sunda Y.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
JEWEL JOTS.

UST now green stones are the fashion.
or course. the emerald comes first.
The peridot, or evening emerald. as
~ it has been called, is II much en-
plOyed stone in jcwelry.
The princess ring is decidedly effective.
with its three or five colored stones set in
Il framework of diamonds.
Lorgnette CHAINS are very popular. and
include both gold and silver chains; also
gold chains puhctuated with pearls ard
precious stones III i
The evening times., 1896-04-11
ANKLE BANGLES.

1T M0NC the many ecccntricities OF
fashion which we have to report,
" both by way of warning as well as
L L advice. may certainly h classed
the novel introduction of ankle
bangles. Now that bracelets are more or
less banishcd from elegant attire n sort
of compensation has appeared in the shape
of a chain, made "r either gold or silver
links. with a coin, amulet, or heart pend
ant. worn as bangle on the lert ankle.
or course, IA low shoe is necessary for the
due display OF this cx, ,raor,iinary ornament,
and we have been confidently assured that
not coiored. but only black silk, stockings
are to be worn with the same.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
VENTILATION.

"HERE are many things TO be taken
into consideration in vcntilating
a room for sleeping hours. First of
all 1t is important that the value OF
fresh air should be recognized. But
there are other things to be considered.
The physical comfort OF the sleeper is one
OF the things 10 be dwclt upon. All can
not bear the same amount OF outer air or
the same temperature.
If the admission of fresh air during the
night rcuders the sleeper uncomfOrtably
cold It's object is defeated. To obvlate this
light warm bed clothing is necessary. In
any ca there must be no discomfort from
cold 1t is a we'll Known fact that ami
mails must be warmly housed in order to
thrive in cold weather. and this is true in
even grea asure OF human beings. Bet
-cr no night ventilation than the misery
attending excessive cold. But 1t is pos
sible to combine warmth with fresh air.
and that is 10 b'. the end sought. woman
kind
The evening times., 1896-04-11
SOME OF HER FAILINGS.

- HE is abiectly afraid of walters
and servilely humble to all uni
formed beings.
SHE judges her neighbors by the
quality Of the lingerie displayed on the
Monday morning cIothesline.
SHE is as clay in the potter's hands be-
fore the temptations of the bargain counter.
%
SHEpa US her car fare in pcunies whenever
opportunity presents itself.
SHE wears French iicels and French kid
on the street and wonders why she has the
grip afterward.
-.O.-
SHE does not scruple to be seen pur-
chasing literature from n pushcart, being
utterly regardless of anything but its price.
-
SHE has been known to shed tears in
n business office. than which there is no
greater offense against good sense and
good taste.-New York World.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
PinnO PrOteCtOr.

A piano in constant use is very apt to
get badly scratched from using the pedals
carelessly. To protect the wood behind
them. the Ladies' Home Companion sug-
gests making a large half circle of paste
board and covering it with an unohtrustive
material. either in silk or damask furni-
ture covering. 1t can readily he adjusted
and serves as Il good protection against
marks.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

DON'T think you can deceive anyone 10y
scratching off MERRY Christmas" on "A
passe card and substituting Joyous Easter"
In red ink. You may be very skilful. but
the recipient will recognize the economical
trick in a minute. and you will be regarded
with less favor than If you did not send any
greeting at all.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
PASSING or THE CARPET.

,,IIfHEN l came out of the santa
- vHU RUM" said the woman VINO had
Wv been taking a rest cure, my
L first act was TO order all the
carpets in my house taken up.
After | had been a daily witness OF the
exquisite neatuess or wooden floors, wiped
up every twent y-four hours with 4 damp
cloth, carpets seemed unspcakably dirty,
and l believe my family has becu better
for the change
Carpets have long been the target for hy-
gicnists, both because OF their dust and
germ collecting facilities aud their disease
dispensing ones when sweeping day arrives.
The wise and progressive woman, thinks
The New York World. resolutcly banishes
from her floors wooden coverings too large
20 be shaken. aired and summed at least
once week
The evening times., 1896-04-11
He GIyna Il..nl DnIlS

President FIurc of France has pleas
ant ht,lc way OF visiting the children in
the Paris hospitals. He is said to devote
at least two mornings Il week TO rounds
through the various wards and visits at
small hc,sides. Before he leaves he asks
the little ones if there is anything they
would like to have. They usually ask
for doll, which is always sent to them a
few days after the visit. 1t is said that
President Faurc has given 4 way 1 600 dolls
in this manner.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
The Elegant Form.

Among the punctilious members of the
fashionable set tits considered inelcgant t"
address n letter to a married woman using
simply the initial of her husband. Mrs. a.
Jenkins is voted common" bad form.
The envelope shodidfhe superscribed Mrs.
Alfred jenkins. u r there are two Chris
tian names. they, should bc written in full.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
ClcnninE DecAnterR.

Dccanters and arafes that are stained
inside may he clea ned with a mixture of
vinegar aud salt. rock salt being best for
the purpose. To handful of salt allow
gill OF vinegar Put both in the decanter
and shake well until the stains have disap-
peared. Rinse well.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
Children md Flowers.

Amalic Hofer says: ''If children have a
little garden spot of their wn. or if they
have but sand box in which they play at
i'll the nursery window, they are learning
the great wonders OF seeding ana harvest
ing. and, at the same time, nature S meth
od OF nurture which transforms Il brown
seed into a radiantly glowing blossom
Journal OF Education
The evening times., 1896-04-11

Nine Macdonald of 4O7 G street north
west has returned from a weeks visit to
Atlantic City and will resume practice.
Special rates to school children and parties
who desire dclineations OF characters by
phrenology- or palmistry. office hours
from IL m. TO 6 p. m. Consultation free.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
Sttll tIn.r

Side combs are an artistic addition to
an evening coiffure and, in spite of tho
fashion prophets, are still in" Those
of amber are most effective on dark
Iair. and when studded with tiny bril-
iianis leave nothing to be desired in point
of beconingness.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

DON'T expect woman to throw
anything straight. despite her physical
culture. A bouquet thrown from box by
an enthusiastic fair one is quite as apt TO
injure a player in the orchestra for life
as to reach the feet OF the actress for whom
1t Is intended.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
THE DAYS DISH.
Rice Bread.

- UARTER pound of rice, two pounds
of flour, one half Tablespoonful
Ill of salt, one cake of yeast, one pint
OF Iukewarm water. Sew rice in a
sack. but leave sufficient room to
ict it swcil:pu the sack in boiling water.
and let cook for three hours. Dissolve
yeast and salt in water; mix with rice and
knead in two pounds OF flour. Let rise
then put in bread pans and treat as common
wheat bread. Very heal ithy.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
DOubtful Outlook.

what are you thinking about, little
man, asked a charming hostess OF
small boy visitor.
..Mamma told me-" answered the little
man. mot to take two oranges, and was
thinking I'd be mighty lucky If got one"
The evening times., 1896-04-11

NO well-lressed woman considers her
street toilet complete without Il tiny side
satchelat her belt. A Aconvenient receptacle
for handkerchief and coin purse, but as the
finish is usually OF silver or gold of finest
The evening times., 1896-04-11
THE SUNSHINY WOMAN.

TT MAN likes a cheerful, optimistic wO-
man. though he may strive with all
nv his might to convert her 10 pessi-
L mism. Yet, for all that the ready
made cynicin woman S form shocks
him.
However erroneous the idea. man re-
CARDS woman as the sunlight OF iife,' and
expects her to drive away malaral mists
from his mind and shadows from his heart
by her warmth and light. Though she is ac.
coniplsbed. talented and beautiful, she Will
lose ground with the opposite sex if she is
cynical or sad. Every man likes to create
his own pessimist; he does not wish to find
one.
As rule. men like an accomplished
and bright woman rather than talent;
ed one. and entertaining and amusing quail:
tiles rather than markedly intellectual
ones.-New York Advertiser.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

Cards are out from Mrs. L. Sautcr for
the marriage of Minnie. her daughter, to Mr..
George ". Hummer. Wednesday April %.
The ceremony will take place at O'Clock at
Trinity NJ. +. Church. Fourth street near
South Carolina avenue. and reception will
follow at No. i46 street north west.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

Mrs. Bsscll. wife of ex-Postmaster Gen
eral Bisscll, is receiving many attentions
socially. She is. with her little daughter
Margaret, the guest OF Mrs. Carlisle.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

The plan originated with Paris druggist,
who communicated il to few well-known
women. They Confidcd in others. who. iu
turn. told their friends. Now, il is assert
ed. half the society women in the gay city
use the needle and the delicate extract.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

REMEMBER 10 thoroughly wash and
scrape the vegetables used in soup and
20 be chary with the seasoning. which. if
overdue. gives coarse, unpleasant flavor.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

THERE is great choice OF silver can
dlesticks. but. after all, none Surpasses in
beauty the colonial reproductions.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
workmanship. the fad is by no means an in
expensive one.

PEOPLE in the audience do not realize
how plainly their remarks can be heard OH
the stage. An actress felt very much hurt
lately when there came waiting over the
footlights the Neutrality-suspicious. ans wer:
DO you think she is prctty"'' Mercy,
no; not bit"
The evening times., 1896-04-11

Read tomOrrOw's Times for Miss
Wilbur's story OF her incarceration
In ST. Eiizab..th's Insane Asylum.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

A HOLDER with loop so long that 1t
may be Ioopcd around the apron belt may
save burned fingers by being always at
hand.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

The Venezuelan minister will give dinnel
tonight.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

COLONIAL silvcrware, in true octagon-
shape, with a novel disposition or bead
work and empire garlauds, is the correct
thing.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
HOUSEHOLD HINTS.

T CE CREAM may be eaten with either a
fork or Il spoon.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

Mrs.-Cleveland was among the box
holders for the matinee TO be given A pril
16 at Lafayette Square Opera House by
the Dramatic Club of Philadelphia. Mrs.
Eleanor Sherman Thackara, daughter of
Gen. Sherman, has the affair in charge.
Owing to the illness of her children Mrs.
Cleveland has disposed of her box to Mrs.
Westinghouse. The Spanish Minister and
Nine. Dupuy de Lone, Mrs. Justice White.
the French AMBASSADOR and Mine. Pate
notre, the Chilean Minister and Nine. Cana.
Secretary Herbert. Mrs. Henry May. and
Mrs. Nellie Grant Sartoris are among
those who will be present in the boxes.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

Read tOmOrrOw's Times for Miss
wilbur's story Of her incarceration
in st. Eiizabet Il = Insane Asylum.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

THE tailor-made girl affects thick gloves
with mannish clasps, while the frou-frou
maiden revels in a combination glove. which
has the inner part of the fingers of "a con.
trasting color with the outside.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
FASHIONS FADS.

NHE sailor hat. like the poor. we have
Wv always with us. and this year il
promises simplicity. a boon 10 he
= thankful for. as when overloaded
with trimming 1t certainly makes a
wide departure from the general fitness
OF things.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
PALACE,
1884 9TH st. N. w.
NONANETTES

N Judging women always remember that
she seldom means harm. She only
does it.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
He Throws himself Awny.

We never knew ainlo;hcr who was not
sorry for her nlafficl bon.-A tchison Globe.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
OFFICIAL KISSES.

WHATEVER Ireland may be for land
YAf lords and rent collectors, says the
Wv Golden Penny, it is vcritabie
Utopia for lord lieutenaDts, and or
all the merry functions that fan 10
the 10, of this fortunate official the recep-
ton of debutantes must be among the least
taxing to the official brain. Unlike draw
ing rooms at st. James, the debutante, IN
stead OF kissing the lord licutenants hand
on being presented, opens her career IN Dub
lin society by being kissed by that high Off
ciaI. and that on the check. Rather trying
moment it must he for the debutantc, but
there is never any lack of victims. one after
another of the fairest or Ireland's daugh-
ters come up to be saluted and retire,
sometimes blushing and confused. but sinil-
ing nevertheless, for each one is one or
many. She is like her sisters. and what
is sanctioned by custom none need blush at
The evening times., 1896-04-11
HYPODERMIC PERFUME.

7 It's still con sidered vulgar to use Il strong
or noticeable perfume on ones linen
and clothes but Parsians have found a
L way OF causing the skin to eShaic a
slight and delicate odor.
The use Of bypodermic in nicctions OF violet
extract is the latest freak OF the Parisienne.
This method is said to inIpart a lasting
fragrance to the skin. 1t is already quite
easy 10 select among the women at recep-
The evening times., 1896-04-11

IN a white duck skirt with a plain green
shirt waist, finished with white collar,
wide cuffs, broad white buttonhoie strip
down the front and narrow white leath-
or belt. the summer girl may rest content.
as she is beyond criticism.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
s. KANN,S ,S0NSa co
9Th and Market Space.
500C,

that it is the best value ever
placed before the public in this
CITY.
Fancy bosom, made of fine
imported Madras, with reversi-
bic link cuffs to match. The
body is made of Utica bleached
muslin, new patent stays and
gussets, linen cuffs and neck
bands. Eight different sizes
and three different sleeve
lengths. Worth S1-laundered,
We are the only house selling
this Shirt.
The evening times., 1896-04-11
ODORS IN THE. HOUSE.

III Z: & : &: :: !: : &C.; e: 8; !:
L L house early in the evening,
"a heavy, close smell is en-
countercd obviously the leftover OdOr
Of the recent dinner? The occu-
pants of the house do not notice
t. but to the newcomer, fresh from the
pure air outside, it. is very marked Very
simple precautions would prevent this
closeness. In the case OF ii baseme mt dining
room, all that is needed is that a window
should be left open back and front on the
pa rlor floor. If thieves are feared, the front
windows may b. lowered from the top not
more than six inches, which will insure n
draft. If the dining-room is on the parlor
floor. tOraisca window on the st cond landing
will draw the escaping food gases up and
off. In my own house this dinner airing
of the parlor floor is as inevitable as the
dinner itself, and have many times tested
its efficiency New York Times.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

l. HANDSOME lunch cloths aud bUf-
fet covers that wash well are fine
ineu, boricred with renaissance Lace.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

The dyspeptic must give
up coffee, say the doctors.
Try Kneipp Malt Coffee.
Kneipp Malt Food Co.
A. Lepper, Wholesale Agent,
Stalls l4S-i44 Center Market.
The evening times., 1896-04-11

IT'S impossible to have too much lace
jaboted down the front of ones bodice. or
filling in the front of a talor-made jacket
"a fashion that has much to recommend
it. as it is not only pretty and becoming,
but is also feminine.