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New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
THE OSPREY AND THE EGRET.
THE PRESIDENT OF THE PENNSYLVANIA
AUDUBON SOCIETY TAKES EXCEPTION
TO A STATEMENT REGARDING THE
KILLING OF BIRDS.

KILLING BIRDS
To the Editor of The Philadelphia Times ne
writes the following letter:
In your issue OF January II there appeared In this
department a very misleading and erroneous STATE
ment regarding the determination OF plume pirds
for the millinery. which beg you will allow me TO
correct.
wholesale millner who argues that because the
supply Of aigrets Is not diminished the birds are not
being extermina ted, and that all the talk about Kill
ing the birds their nests is nonsense and no
hunter would be foolish.
Statements like the above have found their way
OF the millinery trade to counteract the prejudice
against the use Of wild birds for ornamcntation
which Is being aroused by the Audubon societies.
There Is not grain Of truth In these state
ments. We have the unquestoned testimony OF
ornhologsts and travellers of the highest author
elsewhere. where the plume traffic has been carried
for any length of time
The only reason that the supply continues un-
diminished Is that there still wild I'm less
frequented parts OF the world where the birds can
still he procured. As to killing the birds on their
yond question. This Is the only time OF year when
the Dlumes are worn. and any who has made
any attempt TO inquire into the question will find
abundant confirmation of the shooting of the birds
their nests
Those who write these articles in favor of the
miners are wholly ignorant Of the subject. else
they purposely mislead their readers. An evidence
OF this ignorance Is further seen I'm the continual
mention OF the osprey the plume bird. instead OF
the egret The osprey Is the common hshhawk OF
OF the slightest use to mlliners Very truly
WITMER STONE.
President Pennsylvania Audubon Society
Academy Natural Sciences, jan 10. 1897.
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

shed tor the care and education Of Indian chill
dren. Thirteen years ago a brave band OF women
left their peaceful converts to attempt the great
work OF educating and uplifting the degraded chill
dren of the Far West. and by means Of this school
they have ever since been receiving young girls
from the communicating influences OF Indian life.
They have instilled into them principles OF recti-
tude and cleanliness. and taught them at the same
time all the common school branches. besides dress.
making cooking. dairy work and every branch Of
household work.
The gentle and refining influence OF the cultured
women in charge has had Its effect. and when they
have become accustomed 70 the ways OF civi1a.
tIon the Indian girls easily managed and learn
readily Music f. passion with them and some
have shown considerable talent In drawing and
painting.
The nuns often receive girls young as nine
years. to prevent them from being sold BY their
fathers for ponies or whiskey or blankets Among
some tribes the unfortunates who are thus forced
to lead most degraded life have their ears
clipped a mark of Disgrace This IL why the
women OF the Piegan tribe the hair over the
ears for Ignorant they are. they seek 70 hide
the brand Of their abasement
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING.
MISS PARLOA TELLS HOW TO SWEEP A
ROOM. AND ADVOCATES POLISHED
HARDWOOD FLOORS

Miss Paroa began the third lecture OF her
course on domestic economy yesterday at the Young
Women's Christian Association Building with
this statement: THE household machinery should
be kept in such order that no member of the fam
lily shall be uncomfortably conscious of its work
ing" Following this broad platform came sugges-
tions and directions for attaining this end In
particularizng to the necessary TO keep
the main part Of the house clean and in perfect
sanitary condition. special stress laid upon
the superior advantages Of bare floors or floors
covered with mating.
while the daily necessary for bare floor
may be- little more" sad Miss Parloa taking
1t the year through the aggregate work necessary
Is much less. No general housekeeping and up
heaval is called for. while the sanitary cond
tions are infinitely better
The formula for the weekly bweekly sweep
ing-day explicit. Don't wait to sweep until
a is dirty and smelly. Sweep before 1t gets
into that condition. Brush and dust portable ar
ticles and them from the room Cover
heavy pieces Of furniture with large calico
kept for this express purpose. Dust picture
frames with a feather duster Ghe only OF
feather duster that Is advisable) and with
squares Of muslin or calico. tucked carefully
around them. Close the doors and open the win
dows. Lift out the register and wipe the pipes
then lay papers over the opening and turn the reg
lister upside down these Clean the freplaces
Sprinkle damp newspapers torn In good-sized
pieces the carpet"
rs newspaper better than sat?" queried one OF
the audience.
Yes" was the reply. Salt brightens and fresh
ems a carpet but it adheres closely. collects damp
ness and eventually rusts the tacks. Tea leaves
are apt to dscolor a carpet with light ground
work.
Contrary to the general advice given by house
keepers Miss Parloa recommends holding broom
perpendcularly In sweeping and using short
strokes. Having swept room thoroughly once.
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
SCRAMBLE FOR BRIDAL FA|ORS.
AN ANCIENT AND CURIOUS GERMAN WE'D
DING CUSTOM.

Tn tho February Ladies Home Journal" Max
Won Binzer writes Of his experience as "A Page at
IN. Berlin Court" upon the occasion OF double
royal wedding and Of the preceding and succeed
ing festivities Describing an ancient and curious
nms,on s he writes: And ,after the wedding.
dinner and balD came the 'FackeltanZ Several OF
the highest officials entered the hall with naming
torches a procession formed with the bride
in the midst \ number OF complicated polonaise
1cnres were then executed, after which the line
nihosed about the brdc and groom and marched
~, as eacort 10 the bridal chambers.
uron the happy pair found ourselves immed-
Stcly next the entrance We waited expectanty
for The next feature holding our advantageous po-
sition with some difficulty In a few moments the
doors flew open and half thousand silken garters
with the monograms embossed on the gold buckles
vsre thrown oui By the ladies' Of honor Court
etiauetie was for The nonce forgotten generals.
courfiers chambsrlslns and sSate ministers scrafn-
bled and fought with one another FOR these meinen
tos But pages. rest assured. got the non
share I have several OF these souvenirs now. al
though many were given away by me that night TO
beseechinC digntaries.''
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
NEWS OF THE STORES.
THE PREVAILING SPRING STYLES NOW
ON EXHIBITION
DISPLAY IN CH1LDREN's CIsoTHEs-MILLI-
merry MODELS FOR SPRING.

ORIGINAL AND UNIQUE EVENING GowNs-GRBAT
DISPLAY IN cHILpRENs cLorHEs-MILLl-
merry MODELS FOR SPRING.
rh. scep,eal VINO say There is nothing new under
the SUM- should visit the principal New-York and
Brooklyn and be convinced Of the fallacy Of
this saying. McCreery & Co. are showing spring
hats: Matthews & Sons. OF Brooklyn. have imported
exclusive chiffon robes for evening wear: the Con-
oyer Manufacturing Company is providing for our
comfort With ireplaces OF every description: Alt
mans new lingerie contains many dainty matinccs:
Simpson. Crawford & Simpson have purchased the
.ntire assortment OF silks displayed at the Geneva
Exnosi,ion: McCutcheon & Co.'S new dress linens
az. ready Best & Co. have novelties for the rising
eenera,ion Wanamaker has many new imported
street and evening gowns. and Vantine & Co will
have a sale Of silks and bamboo tables.
AT BEST & co.'s GO AND &C. WEST TWENTY
THIRD-ST.
Jaunty spring overcoa,s and styles In kits
are Just now receiving particular attention at the
r5lputisn Bazaar. the establishment that devoies
Ire entire energies and to proper and
economical rsiment for our little loved ones.
From the wee tot TO the budding miss from
tl,s 70 the first trousers Best a. Co.'S stock is not
only the largest and compete. but every gar
msnt suit and pattern is Of the latest and most
fashionable style. 1t IS not necessary 20 be 'au
fat" 10 trade at Best & Co.'S: they furnish taste and
good Judgment at extra price. The prevailing
spring style in a top coat for boys from five to
s'shteen years is shown in this firms sketch The
material is light covert CLOTH neatly stitched at the
edges and finished with stitched patch" pockets
sage and silk the favorite Innings. and the
rces range from s. TO si according to the size and
quality Of cloth
OF course. the regular double-breasted REFERS
hoyS from six to twelve years will still be worm
but by the nattcst and newest coat OF the sea-
son is the one illustrated.
?saior-coar refers of blue. serge or of covert
cloth in the different shades Of tan popular for
the little men who must wear kits. .
The styles IN kilt suits are not materially
changed Fauntleroy puffngs and founces are
fortunately entirely out Of date and but few
xouave Jackets will be
One OF the newest, and perhaps the nrettest. Kilt
suits made by Best & Co. for the spring season is
on the sailor STYLE and picture Of il helps 10 en-
belsh this page The material is brown grass
linen, with collar and cuffs of navy blue Galatea.
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

beautiful silks imported by Vantine & Co. The as
sortment contains every color In Lyons printed
Japan and China silks. In all the odd geome'rcai
designs that make the silks imported by this nrm
so beautiful and desirable and so unlike other SILKS
all sides
The dark grounds and unpretentious designs are
charming for street gowns while the brighter ana NJ
There are some women who are unfortunate
enough not TO know OF "Vantne silks. so. as sort
coming week some brocaded and striped silks at 60
cents yard, the same silks that were imported
Another r. real : 'barsan a at Vanilne Cos Is q
top for 3 The oS hsishs o9 this table
and it's diameter is lia inches. which makes 1t use
stand. The same style Of table on a larger scale
IS procurablc at s. and both these prices are exact
ly one-half of what was heretofore charged
AT M'CUrCHEON's. WEST TwENTY-TEIRD-s ST
Tho dress goods department at The Linen Store"
is that has been steadily increasing from year
to year. and is a deservedly popular with the
wearing public One OF the secrets Of Its sue
cess is that 1t aims not only al providing fine lino
# high-cass and exclusive linen novelties. but also
having these goods graded in price to suit all
purses. Linen batise is perhaps the most sought
for goods for summer dresses. and as McCutcheon e.
Co deal exclusively in linens, is but natura. to find
their establishment every style OF plain and fancy
baste now on the market. Open-work lace inser-
tions. intermixcd with colored stripe is one OF the
prettiest models OF linen batste. The openwork Of
ne insertion VIII allow the coor or the ining 10 snow
through, and If desired. the narrow stripes in tho
linen also match the color Of the lining for the
comblna tions seem almos; endless.
The cross-barred linen batises are equally charm
ing. while raw silk and linen mixed material.
striped with white and then strewn with tiny BIOS
SONS. Is dainty fabric as the most fastidous
summer miss could desire.
Linen lawns in black and all light colors. strewn
with flowers In selfshade will be popular for after
gowns while for serviceab.e outing travel
ling suit for warm weather nothing better could be
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
salad oil. This prevents the discoloration that
irns aIl4.h Tort q raKa-a

the salad OIL This prevents the dscoloratton that
Ii requires much effort TO remove
Among the tenets Of household religion, as tauent
by Miss Parloa. Is the free use or elbow grease
In the polishing OF windows. floors or furniture no
matter how good the cleaning medium may oe
She says that parafine OIL In combination with
an equal quantity Of turpentihe is far preferable
linseed oil, which leaves a gummy surface.
In Miss Parloas next lecture she Will deal with
those most abstruse probe ms to many housekeep-
ers-"Hardwood Floors. How to Polish and Keep
Them in Good Conditions Polishing Woodwork
and Furniture: Removing Stains and Restoring
Color to Woodwork and Furniture: How 70 Make
Polshes." These subjects to which Miss Far.
loa has given special study both In this country
and in Europe. and they are seldom touched upon
by speakers or writer's on domestic problems
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
TOO MUCH LITERARY CANDY
DIR. DICKERMAN SAYS CHILDREN NEED
SOLID INFORMATION ALSO.
GREEN AND BANCROFT CAN BE UNDERSTOOD AND
ARE FAR BETTER THAN "CHILDs

ARE FAR BETTER THAN "CHILDS
HISTORY" TWADDLE
Mrs Christine Terhune Herricks views on the
extensive use of what may be called story reau-
ing for children have aroused serious questioning
among those interested in the subject PROFESSOR
Lysander Dickerman. historian and lecturer on the
art and literature OF ancient Egypt. Is inclined 70
take exception to Mrs. Herricks position. In an IN
terview with Tribune reporter Professor Dicker-
man thus explains his ideas:
'Probablv no one will contend that fairy tales
should form the exclusive reading OF children and
Youths The only question that can admit OF discus
son-that has TWO sides-is whether such litera-
turo should he predominant in the work or educa-
ton for the duties of life The answer 10 TINS ques-
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

heart Of an orchid The skirt is trimmed with five
rows Of wide black ribbon velvet alternating with
larly trimmed from the bust line 10 the waist the
ION being plain, for very Tiny boiero or Rus
sian lace that extends each shoulder. The
snugv fitting sleeves also boast the velvet decora-
fion and they finished at the shoulder with two
f,,ll nuns OF the silk
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
AT THE CONOVER FIREPLACE MANuFACI
URING CCMPANY'S. NO. WEST
THIREIETH-ST

Inseparablv associated with the word home IL
that of hearth Can one imagine the dearest spot
on earth" without iresde? Even In the hrst
habiaons the fireplace received the greatest con-
sideration and aside from the walls and roof, 1t
Is the only architectural inception that has lived
through all the ages. It certainly would be inter-
esting were II possible. to trace the evolution OF
,be first crude place for fire TO the elaborate man.
telpece OF to-day. Everything but the idea has
haan changed; the chimney corner can never be
robbed of its charm. And so II Is not strange that
This one part OF house construction and decoration
should receive especial attention.
The Conover Fireplace Manufacturing Coinpdhy.
has realized this fact, and the public have gained
thereby. AS the company's name would denote %
tinaIlv and mechanically. they have concen-
rated all available talent To have
Conoyer fireplace in ones home is, re-
ion in construction and its harmony in effect
Everv style of surrounding decoration can, pc
matched from among the thousands OF orlginai ue
signs that this firm has at hand; Even the . ues
are manufactured by them from the nnest inlpoTt L
cd and domestic marbles and. whether they be
used far freplaces or for bathrooms. the workman
shin is perfect In every respect ana the exqusItey
painted decorations are truly the nandi"orK OF
In this age of specialists the Conover Manu-
when fitting office buildings or banks with nre-
places This concern also supplies counter screens
and other fittings In the way OF art metalwork
Among the prominent buildings bearing evidence
of this compa ny's skill are the Manhattan trust
COMPANY corner Wall and Nassau sts the New
YORK CLEARING House the Brooklyn Savings Bank.
GARFIELD National Bank and the Greenwich savings
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
ST. PETERS MISSION.

Amid the rugged and beautiful scenery OF the
Rocky Mountains, in Western Montana. lies 6t
Peters Mission, the first Ursuline school estab.
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
AT JAMES MCREERY e. co.'s. WEST TWENTY
THIRD-ST.

At James McCreery Co.'S Twenty-thrd-st.
some very pretty millinery models for the spring
are already to be Pansies lend themselves as
trimming on many models. and their colors DOM
mate The walking hat In the sketch Is OF the new
est shade of pansy. brownish violet 1t Is made OF
a soft pliable straw The black wings are poised
butterfy-lke on the crown. and posies OF pansies
rest al regular intervals around the brim which Is
supported at either side. near the back. by ro-
settles and wings corresponding to those on the
The second hat is a toque. made OF soft straw.
trimmed with deep purple velvet. rhinestone
buckles md three gracefully poised ostrich plumes
shading from deep pale purple. IL tho designs al
ready here are but foretase OF what Is 10 follow.
II is safe 10 predict very successful season.
In the tiit department some very pretty and use
fuI costumes are on sale Those for street wear
exceedingly attractive, being really new In design
ali lined with silk The cheviot, ladies' cloth and
serge costumes are all smart and. though warm
enough for early spring weather. are refreshing to
bebojd after the tedious run OF winter garments.
One in particular, of Amazon cloth, is handsomely
braided In the fashionable fiat hussar style and has
a very pretty coat with box front and Eton back.
with long reycrs Of aorc nouvele. Among the
lighter dresses one creation shows dainty Eton
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

trimmed with three rows Of white braid. The shield
IS made Of plain white pique. appropriately EN- en-
broidered with blue. This suit Is procurabe In two
three and four year sizes.
AT A. D. MATTHEWS & SONS, FULTON-ST,
BROOKLYN.
The woman OF fashion who appreciates the
beauties Of an original and unique gown should not
fail 70 visit Matthews & Sons The sketch bearing
this firms name illustrates a gown made at ulS
establishment from a chiffon robe imported by
them The robes, they are displayed at the
counter consist of full skirt of chiffon measuring
over six yards wide. all scanned by hand and eX-
quisitely appqued with Renaissance lace Besides
the skirt there pieces for the front ana the
back of the bodice similarly applqued The work
is done in that incompatible French way. ana the
design is a peculiarly graceful one OF bowknots,
ferns and roses. The front OF the SKIRT Is almost
covered with the dainty Renaissance lace. the de,,
sign narrowing at the sides into siX-lnch band
that extends around the entire skirt The unusual
length of the skirt allows for graceful drapinG 10
which the chiffon lends itself most delighttully
These robes are obtainable In white, pink green;
blue and yellow. and they were designed ana
made at the request of Messrs. Matthew's ~ SONS,
they strictly exclusive.
AT ALTMAN & cos SIXTH-AVE. AND NINE
TEENTH-ST.
Among the many exquisite matinees displayed at
Altman Co.'S is the illustrated on this page.
I, is made the Watteau STYLE Of pale blue glace
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

LII HAIR no.es warts. &c. destroyed forever free
~ all this week. prove electricity IL the only perna-
PROF. MINER. 125 West 34h-st
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

secured than this firms canvas-weave linens that
come in brown black cadet and navy blue ana IN
Duck in the linen shades always has It's advocates
but this year II has rival In plnheaocnecH d 1u
in black cadet and dark blue. This coloren HuCh
win Iaunder lust nicely the linen duck ana mas
an additional advantage in appearing more oreSsy
and soiling quickly. ,,. s,,.,,.,os
Printed linen lawns in the heavier lrlsh qualI'le
and also the sheer French styles are an snoWn az az
Nccutcheon's The new linen shirtings suggest
ehirtwaisis and bouses that are decidedly uncom-
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
AT wANAMAKER's. BROADWAY AND TENTH

The spring gown is the first and foremos. thought
Of the moment in the mind of the frivolous feminine.
and as a sensible medium between the rch brocades
of winter and the dainty ethereal organdies of sum-
mer Wanarnaker is showing some charming i'm
ported dinner of silk. The one whose picture
helps 10 embcsh this page is made OF glace taf-
fcta that exquisite shade Of lilac In the
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31

SILK. The high collar is fashioned OF blue satin I'D
Don and besides the tiny loops that Trim eaoh sue
has gracefully shaped and finely tucked tabs
that drop over its top Falling over the shoulders
Us pointed collar also of the SILK. but inisled
With nounce OF lace quite wcblike In its fneness
Each side OF the front is trimmed with rosette OF
D.ue satin ribbon; the long ends Of which FORM
sre4mers that fall 10 the bottom OF the garment
ineL comfortable sleeves are rather short, and are
oal1tiiy finished with lace-eiged tucked rufle OF
theL silk. snugly fitting vest beneath gives a
ieehng Of warmth and comfort without spelling the
ioote. graceful lines OF the Watteau.
At vANTINE CO.'S. ST. AND s7s BROADWAY
An account OF the fashions for the coming season
would not be complete without mention OF the
New-York tribune., 1897-01-31
8. GOLDBERG,

Artist Materials. China for Decorating OF
the latest designs. Catalogues free by man.
81 West Twenty third ST.
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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1897-04-17
ufrlGa ewss ctseAao 4 sLAsr.

psu nsr tb.nai1ssAsWssssfnusWsssa
-utiasis Legislative Dolngs.
eprfny1es0. xurll f9.-The senate -.
tsrday 800 18th the Humphrey street
railway bllls. The Asst bv - to Is and
the sscond ~ the same vote and then
adjourned until next wednesday. me
1sature Of thu aefnte wan Litflsf's
speech In which he aid that the street
railways under the bill would In nifty
years pay TO Chicago 4o0.0e0oo0, ana
Of the coun4l of the typical American
city:" IT there ever was an institution
Of this country which needed to be re-
stricted In its rights it Is the city coun-
ell of Chicago. That body has the worst
reputation Of any legislative body In the
world. 1t II noted fact that no man
can gst his rights there without paying
fDr them" The bill was passed requir-
ing teachers In public schools to be Is
years Of age II females and 10 II males.
and q bill was introduced appropriating
$4,000 for the asylum for the incurably
insane 1t Peoria
In the house the Humphrey street
railway bills were received and ordered
printed and to flrst reading. The COM
rnittee to investigate the state institu-
tons were announced. The bill appro-
priating $6s7.o0o for two years for the
eastern Illinois hospital for the insane at
Kankakee wa passed. Several bills
were advanced and adjournment taken
to next Wednesday.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1897-04-17
Suburban Siftings.

.Cerbia 10 visiting With NrA Mil .,
Bsrstow this week
Simon Ksnsdy aud wife. formerly
Of this plsce. but now of Henry
county. ere whiting with friends.
Perry Ksnady has gone 70 Csm-
bridge to work for his brother-in-lsw.
who owns and operates coal bank
Of that place.
Ar. Foster. who IL prir cipsl Of the
school In District 8. Is bosrcing with
John fshlstrom. Of our burg. We
are glad 70 welcome Mr.. Foster IL
our midst.
John 0enung has vacated the
Charles Cushman farm and haa
moved into . house which he re.
Gently purchased, s,tnated in Pleas.
mt Valley.
Walter Corr plsnted . small
field of corn last Thursday in Plea..
ant Valley. Some OF the farmers
thougH Walter vas rushing the sea.
son . little, but he predicts the
weather will be all U. K. after Eas
ter.
William Milton, admiuist-ator OIL
the estate OF Richard and Mary Nit
ton, 10 winding up the affairs Of tn.
estate today. Richard Milton, Jr.
has bought all the real estate. con
sisting Of two dwelling houses and
several lots. He will occupy one a
. residence. His youngest sister
Mrs. Mes. Emma Baker. will keel
house for him.