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Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-06-18
Watering Horses at Work.


Horses hard at work need water be-
tween the morning and noon meal, and
also between noon and time for clos
ing the days work. II a handful of
oatmeal Is thrown in the pail Of water,
1t will prevent any danger Of injury,
and 1t will also give strength as well as
refreshment. This stimulation has no
bad after effects, and the horses water
ed thus In the middle Of the forenoon
and afternoon will be less likely to in
jure themselves by drinking at noon
or night of cold water while they are
heated and exhausted by the labors
they have performed. 1t pays to give
the horse good care, for the more he
can be made to do, the more effective
will be the hired help that works with
him.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-06-18
The Spring Pigs Need Extra Feed

The spring rigs Need Extra reed.
Most young pigs make very rapid
growth the first two or three weeks
of their life from sucking the sow
But after that time as the pigs grow
larger they require more, while the
probability will be that the sow gives
less milk than at first. If there are as
many cows in the dairy as there are
filters Of pigs to be fed the dairy butter
maker can do profitable business
making pork. The skim milk will not
be Of itself enough to keep pigs In good
thrift, but that with wheat middlings
and,enough linseed meal to make up for
the loss Of butter fats in the cream
will keep pigs growing at five and six
months old quite as fast as they did
while at the teat. In fact, when feed
ing pigs we often thought that the
growth of the pig from 80 to $50 pounds
was more rapid than his growth before
he had learned to eat and digest all
kinds Of food.
Sap Sprouts Around Apple Trees.
II the sap sprouts that start out from
severely pruned trees during the
spring are broken of when they get
fully into leaf, it will save a great deal
of after trouble. This, Of course, Is
some check on the tree, but quite posi-
bly, the tree needs 1t, for severe pruning
while the buds are dormant induces a
great wood growth the following sea-
son, to the prejudice Of fruit produc-
ton. 1t Is certainly much less labor to
rub off these sprouts when they have
just started than after they have hard
cned, so that knife or saw has to be
taken In hand to rid the tree Of them.
shrvnken Wheat for Poultry.
The very best use OF shrunken wheat,
some Of which will be found In every
crop. is as food for poultry. The grain
being shrunken is deficient In starch.
but 1t has all the greater proportion of
gluten, which Is the chief element Of the
egg. while the outside husk or bran Is
rich In phosphate, which helps to make
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-06-18
The Act of VaudaIa.

One year ago when the soldiers monu-
ment was unveiled at Ypsilanti, some dis
satisfaction was expressed because a
space at the base Of the monument was
filled in with the names Of three ladies
who formed a committee of the w. II. G.
which rendered valuable service in raising
money to aid the enterprise, the claim be-
ing made that it was monument to the
soldiers, and for that reason no woman's
name should appear. 1t has just been dis
covered that some one has been so mean
as to chisel off the names of this commit
tee. Had it not been for the efforts of
these ladies, as well as for the generous
contribution of 81 ,5O0 by Mrs. Mary A.
Starkweather, the monument would not
now adorn Highland cemetery grounds.
Much Indignation is expressed because Of
the act Of vandalism, and should the gull
ty parties be discovered they will be
harshly dealt with
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-06-18

Camels are perhaps the only animals
that cannot swim. Immediately upon
entering water, 1t Is said, they turn on
their backs and are drowned. S,3
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-06-18
STATE OF MICHIGAN.
OCCURRENCES DURING THE
y PAST WEEK.
Grand Rapids Rcveres the Memory of
Thos. ID. Gilbert soldiers Monument
at YpsiIanti Dcfaced-JudGe Burlin.
game a Terror TO EviI-Doers.
GILBERT Bust Unveiled.

s1ee a. Gilbert Bust Unveiled. a.
VA bronze bust Of the late Thomas ID.
jGilbcrt. the Grand Rapids banker, was
unveiled in Fulton Street Park Friday
afternoon as a memorial gift to the city
from Mr. Gilbert's associates in business.
The bust il of heroic size, the work OF
dorado Taft of Chicago. Ii rests on
pedestal of granite and overlooks the
street which Mr.. Gilbert travelled for for
tty years in going to and from business.
After prayer by Rev. Daniel Il. Brad
ley. addresses were delivered by Col. Geo.
g. Briggs, George w. Thayer and Presi-'
dent j. b. Angel of the State University.
The memorial was presented by COL
Briggs and accepted in behalf Of the city
by Mayor /. c.. Stowe. Mr.. Gilbert was
for twelve years a member Of the Board
OF Regents of the State University, and
iheld many local offices of trust and re-
isponsibility He was lavish in charity
land foremost in public movements.
Death of Ex Ex-Governor BeEole.
Ex-Goy. Josiah w. Begole died at Flint
Friday night. The end came after pro-
tratted season of illness due to general
breaking down of a once robust constitu-
ton consequent upon an injury received
a year ago last February by fall as ne
was about to enter carriage at his home.
In the evening Of well-spent life and OF
ian honored career Michigan's kind-heart-
ted and generally beloved Ex-Governor
passed peacefully away, leaving az rich
LEGACY to his family an untarnished name
that is held in honor wherever 1t is known.
Besides his wife, who had travelled LIES
pathway with him for more than half
century and proved true helpmeet in his
every undertaking, the deceased leaves
two children, Mrs. Mary B., wife Of w.
TO- Cummings of Otter Lake, and Charles
M Begole of Flint. Ex-Gov. Begole was
a pioneer in Masonry in that section of the
State, having been made a member Of the
order about fifty years ago. He was
member of Flint Lodge, No. %, E. and
A. NJ, and Of Genesee Valley Command
cry, knights Templar, and Of the Mystic
Shrine He was for many years mem
Der and commitment Of the Presbyterian
Church and liberal contributor to its
support.
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this fascinating novelty deserves the palm for
self.deniAl. Every tint Of eoru. from cream 10
the brown linen color, is represented In these
beautiful trimmings, aud the very latest de-
signs come In the wide insertions with irregular
edges and open patterns, which makes them
very decorative, exqulsltely embroidered In va
rlous colored silks Of subdued shades prettily
hnrmonlzed. Insertions are set In across or
l~engthwise of the waist, which Is usually fulled
q little on the shoulders, as well az at the belt,
and while every variety Of sleeve is used In
thin gowns. the favorites arc the two extremes,
q close sleeve trimmed the entire length with In
sertions or tiny ruffles OF the material edged
with lace. or one made in the bishop style with
n band of ribbon and q bow at the wrist. The
close sleeves are usually three-quarter length
with three RULES overlapping each other, set on
the edge. Narrow yellow valcnciennes Is much
used In batiste gowns In combination with the
embroidery, but only to finish an edge or trim
tho rufles. Batistes with lace stripes are some-
trimmed with one or two narrow ruf1es,
with q narrow heading faced with satin of the
same color as the lining. and plainly hemmed |
on the lower edge, and skirts with insertion
either two or four seams in front and Mt
The sides, and simply hemmed at thelottom, are
lutte rs good style. |
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Ribbons Of every color, either fancy or plain,
are n feature of these and all other thin gowns.
and black satin IS effectively used for belt, COL
lar. and epaulets on very sheer batiste dresses
made over apricot or orange taffeta silk; cream
lace edges the epauletes. and tho belt Is wide
and has a bow and long ends on one side.
Sashes are to be worn by young women with tho
thin gowns, aud Roman sashes OF soft, twilled
silk and subdued colors have appeared again.
The first gown illustrated Is of grass linen
with n silver brocade pattern all over 1t. The
skirt, which is plated nj the sides. has inscr-
lions of batiste embroidery over white satin
down either seam in front. Plaitings Of white
chiffon trim the waist down tho front with q
band of insertion between and points on either
side. Tartan plaid ribbon. in green. white. and
black, forms the collar and belt and bow, with
long ends in the back.
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Organizes are prettier than ever this season.
and, while the tinted grounds are the newest, tho
white muslins. with large punches of flowers al
most covering the surface, are quite as popular.
They arc made up deliberately over silk. or very
simply with q white lawn undcrskirt cut just
like the dress and trimmed with a lace-edged
rathe. Narrow edgings and insertions of Va
lenciennes lace are the trimming most COM
monty used, but wider laces. very yellow
and fine, trim some of tho more dressy
gowns. One organdie, white, with yellow
flowers. Is made over yellow silk. The
underskirt has a rutle OF silk on the
outside and a silk balayouse ON the Inside. and
the edge Of the muslin skirt has a cream lace
ruffle set in a lace insertion which Is pointed on
tho upper edge. AS the organdie is cut out un-
the effect is very novel. All the seams
In the skirt arc made with the same tiny inser-
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lions of white embroidery set on tho edge
trim the edges of piTn6 coats very p~rettily, but
they are quite rs stylish made plain. Linen
canvas. in n sort of q gray ecru tint, is also
much used for these coat and skirt gowns. For
dressy gowns chine silks come In for a large
share of attention, and one new model shown
has bretelles and collar of velvet. trimmed on
tho edge with lace, which forms scallops. y
narrow yoke OF velvet extends across the front,
and tiny rufiles of silk. with velvet folds above,
trim the skirt. The waist Of another chcnG
silk gown has a tichu Of white chiffon edged
with lace. and RULES of lace on the close-fitting
sleeves. a wide collar and bands Of lace over
white silk trim another bodice, and still an.
other. made of lawn, has n vest of fine white
embroidery edged with yellow lace.
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a closet door it is convenient to get at and out of

a closet door 1t Is convenient to get at and out of
the way.
The best way in which to clean hair brushes
Is with spirits of ammonia and warm water.
Take a tablespoonful of ammonia to one quart
OF water; dip the bristles. up and down in the
water without wetting the back; rinse in clean
warm water; shake well and dry in the air. but
not In the sun. Soap and soda soften the bris-
ties and will turn an ivory backed brush yellow.
A fire extinguisher which may easily be made
and kept stored in bottles ready Cor use consists
OF three pounds of salt and III pounds Of sal
ammoniac dissolved in u gallon of water.
An unnecessary doorway in a small apart
ment may be made use of for books and brio d.
brac so as to DO very ornamental. Place two
uprights and q few shelves inside the door
casing, and stain or paint them the color OF tho
wood work. With brass-headed nails tasten
on the edges OF the upper shelves a narrow
leather trimming such as may be bought for
tom arrange a brass rod and hang pretty silk or
cretonne curtains upon IL that Will reach tho
floor. This VIII be found an excellent place to
stow away old magazines and newspapers.
The French method OF cleaning black silks Is
very simple and tho results very satisfactory.
Tho silk is thoroughly brushed and wiped with
a cloth, then laid on u board or table and well
sponged with hot coffee that has been strained
througha piece OF muslin. The silk is spOnged
on the side intended to show. 1t Is allowed to
oSNo'hS ulS uli tilSi IOtltu on tl0
wrong side. The coffee removes the shiny look
and does not leave the papery stiffness pro.
duced by. other liquids. The silk appears
thtckened by this process. Try u upon a neck
tie and you will be surprised at the results.
A simple and very efficient disInfectant to
pour down a sink is n small quantity Of char
coal. mixed with olenn water. A little charcoal,
put into the water containing cut lowers, will
keep the water fresh for some time.
GreaSD Rtnina Dn cloth TOnV pftnn ha rnp,ouaJ
with magnesia. The stained place is first
dampened then the mAgnesin is moistened and
vigorously rubbed on the stain. II must be AL
lowed 10 dry thoroughly. Then the powder can
be easily shaken of,
Antique figures and buSts in marble and por-
celain often show little cracks on tho surface,
which in time become filled with dust till the
figures have tho appearance OF being veinod
with tiny black stTcaks, 10 remove these pre-
pare a bath, consisting of nitric acid and water
IN the proportion OF one part Of acid to five parts
OF water, If he article to he cleaned II small II
may simply be left tO soak in the bath for "A
short time, when the cleansing will he done, and
rinslng in cold water will complete the opera
ton. The article should be put 10 dry where
dust cannot get upon il.
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ton OF embroidery which is seen in all the
finely made lawn undergarments. The sleeves
are wrinklsd over the silk lining nearly to the
shoulder, where Il short Puff is caught down with
a bow o; lavender satin ribbon. The waist has
q chemisette front of lace and a fchu drapery of
the orgRnd.e edged with lace, willie the belt and
collar are OF tho lavender ribbon.
Yellow ana lavender are a very pretty COM
blnation when the shades are carefully chosen.
Three very narrow rutiles edged with lace are a
pretty skirt trimming for muslin gowns, but
when long lines are especially desirable trim the
seams of a wire.gored skirt with NAlenciennes
insertion a half inch wide and q frill of the mar
row lace set on either edge. The same bands
trim the waist and sleeves, and are set In
around, or up and down a close sleeve which has
lace-edged rutiies falling from the shoulder.
Yoke waists are ns fashionable as ever. and one
sample dress shown has a yoke of alternate
rows Of Nhlenciennes insertion and organdis. A
lace-cdRed frill with Rheading to finish 1t across
the back and front, and pulled sleeves striped
with the insertion. The bows OF ribbon on the
shoulder are IA pretty addition, and fancy rib
bORs OF all sorts are the browning glory OF all
thind dresses,
Pique. white serge, and duck gowns are
usually made with a coat OF some sort. which Is
worn over a shirt waist Of silk or cotton. Inser-
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FANCY CHINA MATING, 500 and
$3.50 per roll of 10 yds.
FANCY JOINTLESS MATING, $3.50
per roll of 10 yds.
FINE WEAVE FANCY JOINTLESS
MATING, $500 per roll Of 40 yds.
HEAVY FANCY JOINTLESS MAT
TING, $1,000 per roll of 40 yds.
EXTRA HEAVY FANCY JOINTLESS
MATING, $12.5o per roll of 40 yds.
JAP KOMATSU COTTON WARP
MATING, $3.50 per roll of 40 yds.
49,, A. A. VANTlNE & CO.,
~NA The largest japanese, Chi
\>XSA ncSc, and India House In
= NE tCOTld.
("-~"N s75-ssO broadway. ~. Y.
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FICNUS AND MINIATURE CiPEs.

Fanciful, Filmy Novelties Especially Note.
worthy for Their Extravaganza.
Among nil the frivolities OF fashion there IS
nothing quite SO illustrative of the extravaganza
OF the axe n. the fancitul ruches for neck wear
and the miniature shoulder capes which are
displayed in great "aricty in the shops.
Detailed description of their ficeting charms
is out Of tho question. but 1t will suffice to some
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parts to the hundred.
In q recent address hy Thomas Morris DO.
fore the Statfordshire, England, iron and steel
works managers on the remarkable achieve
ments that havo been reached In the manufao'
ture OF fine wire, the interesting fact was men,
toned that tho lecturer had been presented
by Warrington, tho wire manufacturer, with
specimens for which some S4.32 per pound
were obtained. or more than $4,000 per ton
drawn wire, largely used In the constructions
ct ninen snu among SnnSn m tsese speci meTs" also w ia;
piniOn wire. Mt n market price of $2l.6 per
.S1Ina, o fs S ST., 9q %n p eSnc toa ai 4ss .G%S Grains a2a h ar
900, 900 of these were required to make a ton,
and, taking one to be worth q cent and a half.
ran up to over 100000. The barbed instru-
mcnt used BY dentists for extracting nerves
from teeth was even more expensive. repre-
length of No, 10 Size wire weighed only twen..
ty-onc pounds. and many of tho ingots wero
twelve to fourteen cwt. each, and fifty miles
of wire could be obtained from one ingot.
A convenient device of recent introduction
is mentioned, namely. a substitute for the
wooden plugs generally used when II Is de-
sired to screw into brick or plaster walls. 1t 10
a spiral of iron wire doubled back upon itself,
the inner turns being of such n diameter as to
form q kind of screw thread, while the outer
turns eerve to hold the wire plug in the wall.
To fix these plugs, a hole is drilled in the wall
a quarter of an inch greater in diameter than
tho outside of the dimensions Of the plug
and a little deeper than its length, the hole is
then thoroughly, ,wetted by injecting water.
outer windings of the wire socket are also filed
with plaster. and the socket or plug. with It's
screw. is inserted in the hole to the required
depth. and, after the plaster has set. the screw
may be removed to be thoroughly creased be-
fore being put back. 1t Is a device of con.
vcnicnt adaptation in a great variety Of cases,
says the Pittsburgh Journal, and is, of coursas
McXpensiNe.
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the mixture becomes clear and begins to
thicken: then pour it over the prepared pieces
OF cake, putting on Il spoonful Mt n time, 50 that
IL will stick to the CAKE. and cover them with n
telly-like coating. II the mixture becomes too
stir before the slices are all covered reheat 1t by
standing tho dish over the fire n moment.
stand the cakes in a cold place until 1t Is time
IN serve.
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SUMMER GOWNS now.
White the Dominant Note Of
Dress Decoration.
SIMPLICITY THAT is COSTLY.
Distinctive Features of Dress So
Far as II Has Developed.

sev.ss variety In which che Accsssorie. OF
Dvess Appear - Attractive Dresses OF
er.ss Linen apa wash Materials Deau-
e,f.i ERsets IN Rstiste Embroidery This
eeesoe-nibbon. OF Every Color n Fen
tsre or the Decoration OF Gowns-Or-
esnaies fretie- Than Bvcr-Fsshion In
Gswas 81 Piaue. white serge, nua Duck
WAISTS for Dressy Gowps-Every Va
vsety or sleeve Used-The Money That
Gas ne Absorbed In . Simple Gown
Not Paid Well for Their Experience.
Now that spring Is really here. and summer.
with Its special pleasures and pretty nccompani-
ment OF dainty gowns. Is so near. new modes MS
sume fresh Importance In the world of fashion.
The distinctive features of summer dress, so far
as developed. are not so strikingly differ
ent from those OF last season as to play any
great havoc with the old gowns. and the process
Of renovating them UP to the standard required
BY fashion Is q simple one which cannot fail to
BE- q success. 1t is an easy matter to remodel n
large sleeve into a smaller one, and there Is not
enough difference In the cut OF tho skirts
TO nocessitate any change. There Is the same
lavish use Of lace and all sorts Of jewelled and
~epangled trimmings. and Persian cmbroideries
OF many soft colors woven together with charm
ing effect. Added to these are tho universal
Of ribbon and chiffon in all the plain and
varieties. and tho extended demand for
6cru batiste in new and pretty designs wrought
out In colored silks and gold thread, while the
nsw lace stripes are more elaborate than ever.
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White has been the dominant note Of dress
decoration all the year, and It Is evidently
quite as popular this season as ever. White
satin and elk are used for collars, vests. Innings,
and fscings on light and dark gowns alike. and
aimost every gown has a touch OF white some
where II 1t 10 q fashionable success. The &C.
c~essories Of dress appear In greater variety than
ever, but there are the same quaint, old.
fashioned berthas, collars, and fichus Of lace
end null which are still ~reigning favorites.
The hchu effect is extremely pretty on these
sowns, and this Ia often carried out with the
sams material Of which the dress is made. 1t
b sometimes arranged In the front only. and
ends in pointed epaulets on the shoulders. or
shapsd TO form q narrow collar across the back.
II IL the thin gowns of grass linen and all
sorts Of wash materials which are the interest
ting points on fashion Just at present. and tho
nest attractive dresses for all-round morning
end afternoon wear are those made Of linen
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HINTS FOR THE HOUSEHOLD.

A clever contrivnnCe for holding and pro-
tecting delicate parasols not In Use is made OF
pretty cretonne and lined with silesia. II Is
made like u shoe bag with long pockets the
length of the parasols. having IL lap at the top
to keep out the dust. Fixed upon the inside of
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FINE ORIENTAL COLORlN6S
EXCLUSIVE VANTlNE PATTERNS

JAP IWASAKI COTTON WARP MAT
TING, $1s.5O per roll of 40 yds.
JAP MEISAN COTTON WARP MATT
TING, S1I.OO per roll of 30 yds.
JAP UKI DAMASK COTTON WARP
MATING, $500 per roll Of 30 yds.
JAP TERAOKA COTTON WARP
MATING, 1880 per roll Of 40 yds.
JAP HAYASKI COTTON WARP MATS
TING, $4,000 per roll of 40 yds.
NIAh A. A. VANTINE & co..
AECA The largest J1pdneSc, Chb
w " nose, and Indid House IL
the UOrld.
s77-s7O broadway, ~. Ys
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kAtists- The material Is patterned in every
conceivable color and fancy, which add much
% the expense; but very pretty gowns are made
Of the plain grass linen, with a plain skirt and
alseveA, and = simple blouse waist OF the en-
hroidered batiste, which 10 the only decoration
except the ribbon collar and belt. The blouse
style Of bodice in all the possible variations,
sithaE With or without lining, Is the prevailing
model for the dresses; while for these thicker
materials such as linen canvas. duck. and
ptaaA, there Ia the sver-popular coat, which has
developed varieties heretofore unknown.
The skirts Of grass lawn gowns are made sep
AsAts from the sIik lining at the bottom, and O
narrow ruche of the same, edged with lace or
smbSaidsry or three tiny rufies, may be used
~ trimming. Innings of the same batistc are
recommended when tho silk one Is considered
TOO espensive. One silk slip made with a low
nsohsd badics and full gored skirt can be worn
under several different gowns II you wish to
aeanomiEa, and glossy percalines are sometimes
used - . substitute for silk. Simplicity Is tho
Qne purpose In view when thin dresses are In
question. but the amount OF money which can
- absorbed In one OF these simple gowns is Q
revelation TO those who have not paid we'll for
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All the new sleeves which do not terminal,
ncnrthe elbow are cut long enough TO fall owe
the hand i'll points or with II tlaring cur, an,
usually have the frill OF lNce to sOCton the object
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At Vantine's
Now for the cool and
pleasant mattings

Of China and Japan. There is no floor covering moro comforta-
bic during tho heated term than these Same mattings. No
wonder they are so popular! We import these goods direct
from our own godowns in the far East and sell them to you at
one small profit from maker to user.
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Black grenadines louRced all over in soft
COlurs are very popular for dTessy gowns. and
very useful as a covering for "a middle.aged
black silk or satin dress,
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Pretty blouse waists to wear with black satin
skirts are mad OF lowered sash ribbons, with the
addition OF a soft vest OF lace or chiffon to COM
plets the front. The sleeves should be Of satin,
Ike the skirt. or of black chiffon over black.