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The herald., 1897-06-20
Woman's Vitality Increasing

All readers of the daily papers must
have reached the conclusion that more
women than men live to pass the CEN
tury mark. This idea is correct and is
borne out, 80 far as Great Britain is
concerned. by recent report of the reg
istrar general Of the kingdom. He finds
that out of 100000 people, 225 women
reach the age of 100 years, while only 50
men round out the century. Now, the
great conundrum is: Why is this so?
According to the popular superstition, it
takes much longer for a woman to reach
even the age of so than 1t takes for man
to reach that age. If this is true, it makes
the showing all the more remarkable.
1t has even been asserted that associa-
ton with women makes man live long
er, as shown by the fact that the aver
age life OF the married man Is longer than
the average life of single man. The
fact. however, is denied by the end man
at the minstrels, who says that the life
OF the married man Is not really longer,
but only seems so.
So far there is no satisfactory explana-
ton OF the original proposition why more
women live to be 1O0 Some say It is
because women are less addicted to to-
bacco and strong drink; others say that
it Is because 1t is more healthy to spend
money than it is to earn 1t. and so on.
1t may be many of the men who would
live to be 100 are killed at an early age
In casualties to which women are not ex-
posed. 1t may be that tight lacing is a
life preserver, and 1t may not be fact
after all. Possibly the English registrar
general may be mistaken. The situation
Is replete with possibilities.
The herald., 1897-06-20
THE sUNsHINY WOMAN
One Of the Gifts Of God That Is Most
Priced

The sunshiny woman, who always
greets you with smile that warns you
to the heart is one Of the divinest gifts
of God to man. Her name Is not legion,
neither is the priceless gem found in
vast numbers, but, like the diamond,
she scintillates the more brilliantly
amid dark and gruesome surroundings.
The sunshiny woman as a girl Is the
particular star in the circle Of class
mates who in after years, perhaps for
get the others, but who always dwell
lovingly on the name, even in memory,
of the gentle being who turned away the
shadow and made the presence Of the
sun more evident. In the home she is
the one to whom mother looks for joy
GUS sympathy and in whom father finds
restful delight after the fatigues of
the day. If cook is cross, the children
fretful or the financial bureau In state
Of depression the sunshiny woman can
always find even in such a doleful
triumvirate something Of a cheering
character, something which, once
brought to light. raises the spirits of the
household in proportion to their depres-
sion heretofore.
When the sunshiny woman becomes
wife she brings an element of Joy that no
future calamity can entirely eliminate.
She is helpmate in very truth, though
she may not be able to make loaf of
bread and has the most extraordinary
ideas on the subject of domestic econo-
my She is sort Of mental bracer, the
effervescence Of the sunbeams bright
ening all within radius Of their influ-
ence. Life to her is never SO gloomy but
that it could be gloomier She revels in
the very joy of living, and even when
physical misfortune pursues her the
beautiful soul smiles forth from the pa
tient eyes until we inwardly remark,
God bless her," and know that the
world would be better if there were more
like her.
The herald., 1897-06-20
ton goods like corduroy are greatly in

ton goods like corduroy are greatly in
demand.
In the multitude Of jaunty outing cos
tunes 1t is hard to say which are the
most fetching, but two in particular
struck my fancy. The first was~ OF
dark brown cloth, charming in its sim
plicity. The skirt was perfectly plain.
but hung as only those skirts do which
are rightly cut The jacket, with u
short basque, had a high open collar al
the back, Medicis style. This gradually
diminished and sloped into the open
front, which did not close, being open
about three inches. Small straps were
placed across from side to side, fastening
with little square gold buttons. This
high collar and front showed lining
of chine silk modore, the sleeves rather
wide at the top and then close fittirg.
The collar. cuffs and revers were out
lined with tiny gold cord as finish.
The other was more elaborate, though
not more charming. The skirt was Of
greyish blue cloth, with several stitched
bands about an inch wide placed en-
tablier in front and mounting at the
back. The jacket was of the same ma
terial, cut short and open in front. I'm.
der this was a complete blouse bodice,
with sleeves Of shot blue and orange
silk, that could be worn alone with the
skirt and without the jacket. In addi-
tion, there was little double shoulder
cape in deep Vandykes, plisse soliel, OF
the same silk as the bodice, SO that, worn
over the bodice, 1t formed a costume, or
made an elegant finish If put ON over the
jacket. This costume would be adapta-
BILE to great many occasions and would
certainly be a very acceptable adjunct
to any feminine wardrobe.
The herald., 1897-06-20
A Premium on Old Maids

Who ever heard of woman who
would not marry-if the right sort of
man asked her ?And yet such phenom-
ena are in demond in Kansas, a state in
which existence at best is only tolerable
A school board in the sunfiower state
has recently advertised for women
schoolteachers who will pledge them
selves to resist the Establishments Of the
other sex, and pledge themselves to
remain forever and aye in the state of
single blessedness. The fact is THAI
women who will marry have been caus-
ing an enormous amount Of trouble, not
only to school boards, but to manufac-
turers. storekeepers and theatrical man.
ayers for years. A capitalist will invest
great deal more money in the educa-
tion of forewoman who will furnish
guarantee that she will remain single
than he will in one who IS likely to aban-
don all her Industrial training the mo-
ment she meets with a man she can
marry. If anyone will discover means
of preventing comely and healthy young
women from getting married he will do
more for woman in the industrial arts
than all other agencies put together
But the discovery never will be made.
Mrs Woodruff once claimed to have
some kind Of patent. but just as soon
as she had perfected it she went off and
got married herself.-Exchange
The herald., 1897-06-20
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The herald., 1897-06-20
EVERYTHING IN ITS PLACE
The Inviting Charm Of a Well-Kept
House

No housewife need shrink from crit
icism because Of her desire to have every
article OF furniture and ornament in her
rooms kept In it's appropriate place.
The most distinguished women in this
and other lands have this notion, II such
1t may be called, in high degree Of de-
velopment. The Princess of Wales II
any piece Of furniture in Marlborough
house Is moved from Its usual place at
once seeks an explanation. A carefully
prepared plan exists with the position
OF the various articles marked thereon,
thus facilitating their replacement af-
ter cleaning operations. This is q capi-
tai idea, and one that the Astors and
Vanderbilts have adopted In their town
and country palaces, whether in imita-
ton of royalty or simply because the
best domestics are generally short of
memory and not trained to observe as
they should. Many housekeeper will
understand the annoyance of having to
rearrange ali the ornaments of a room
after 1t has undergone the weekly
sweeping, and admire royalty's "old
maidish" way Of keeping things in their
right places. Mrs. William Astor goes
SO far as to have each chair or table
stood on the inch, and woe to the maids
who place 1t one hairs breadth to the
right or left. Visitors will, of course,
disturb the arrangement, but as soon
as they depart everything is readjusted
as before. The artistic confusion of a
modern drawing room is well-studied,
composition, but, hav-
ing once designed it, this picture of still
life must not be disturbed on any ac-
count. Women who are accused Of be-
ing "too particular" by their servants
may take comfort in knowing that the
Princess of Wales also comes under
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The herald., 1897-06-20
Side Combs Still Worn

Side combs have always been remark
ably popular since the first, but never
have they been worn so much as now.
And never were they so long. Some
resemble the combs which extend from
ear to ear which are worn by children.
But they must be put In carefully (out-
side the strands over the roll jim such a
way as not to destroy the rotundity of
the halo. Sets Of three combs, each four
inches long. are also sold. One arrange
ment of combs or another is quite neces-
sary for outdoor use, because the wind
is not respectful Of pompadours. Bangs,
decidedly, are passe. Such stray locks
as have not grown to manageable
lengths are curled and allowed to nes-
tie about the forehead. But they must
not have fixed appearance. The back
hair is done high or low, according to
individual preference. Oftenest it is
twisted in Psyche effect. 1t is the say
ing of many women who know that a
proper hairdress saves half a seasons
wardrobe. Thus. because whatever her
gown. woman always feels distin-
guished If her head is at its best.
The herald., 1897-06-20
RETROSPECTIVE

Heigho! The ball last night I thought
(Although the men for dances fought,
And looked at my best)
The slowest, stupidest affair
(That firm is horrid. declare.
To send Jack west)
Except one waltz. He danced like Jack
shut my eyes and thought him back.
So well did 1t deceive;
And then, while we went circling round.
= Aft lesV't1 silenceon the ground
enc n' .de believe.
iausia opped. He begged my card.
ha' l?"-then bit his pencil hard.
Art little sigh.
eoe aaree 10 like her!-' he confessed.
"a 5ltl lew at home. out wAst.'
~ -w stra igew said !.
~ n Chatter In rrnsh.
The herald., 1897-06-20
breaking In" the Brides Shoes

Among the notions Of the present day
is that Of breaking in" the brides
shoes. This duty is generally enacted
by the chief bridesmaid. But this can
only be done where the feet Of the two
women are nearly of one size; and it
Is not a pleasant idea to think Of anyone
else standing in our own shoes. 1t
would get them out Of shape. Yet 1t is
very nice to have the little stiffness taxi
en- out Of q pair Of stout walking boots.
and one mornings wear will usually do
1t. Tan shoes are worn in the morning
for hicyclings patent leather kid and
clcth-toppsd shoes FOR afternoon and
satin slippers IN the evenj
The herald., 1897-06-20
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19
INFANTS CLOTHING.

Many Excellent Reform Designs
Have Been Exhibited Recently.
A great many designs have been
brought before the world of mothers
for infants clothing. Several of these
deserve full approval, as from hygienic
point of view they possess double the
value of the old-fashioned patterns.
Particularly is this reformation to lie
commended in the exclusion of the linen
day shirt for the vest of finest hand
knitted or woven wool. The former tiny
garment is no doubt pretty and dainty
in appearance, but it's comfort is much
to be questioned. The woven vest may
be described as an ideal shirt, as it con-
tains the minimum of weight with the
maximum of warmth. Its silky smooth
ness is comfortable to the tender skin.
and it never falls into the chatting ruckS
and wrinkles of its linen companion.
The design for the long flannel is a
thoroughly comfortable one. 1t is made
with a little straight bodice cut from
one piece of flannel and nicely orna-
mented with a trellis work of fine coral
stitching worked in white working silk,
which stitching also is carried around
the rest of the bodice, giving a pretty
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19
GOLFERS WEEKLY.

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Last, but not least, Edgar Eawcett in his Men
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19
DRESSMAKlNG AN ART.
Perfect Fitting of a Gown Require
Careful Thought and Study.

Perfect Fitting of a Gown Requires
Careful Thought and Study.
The day has come when dressmakers
can and do look upon their calling as
"a profession that commands respect.
They are now rightfully termed art
lists, and are just as much entitled to
the name of artist as the men and wom-
en- who create lifelike statues from
marble, or who with pencil and colors
reproduce nature with master strokes,
providing she does the work conscien-
tiously, with careful thought and
study, with always regard for the
eternal fitness of things.
No class of women anywhere has ac-
complished as much and made as much
progress with so little help as have the
dressmalters. Artists. doctors, law
yers and people in all professions have
recourse to libraries whose shelves are
filled with books containing valuable
information and assistance in their
line, but there is a curious dearth of
literature on subjects useful to either
the professional or amateur dress
maker.
While we have many American and
foreign fashion journals sufficiently
versatile and fetching in their styles of
fabric and details of cut in dress. there
is nothing to tell how TO cut, fit. haste
and sew, or the why's and wherefores of
doing certain things in certain ways
to obtain the best results. Dressmak-
'ers are prone to selfishness, and keep
good points they may discover in their
line to themselves. while in ether pro-
fessions more liberality is shown in this
particular, and new ideas are published
and spread broadcast for the good of all
interested in the same line of thought
and study. Until this narrow-minded-
ness is overcome. and dressmakers be-
come more altruistic. they will labor at
disadvantage.
Many women who have talent for
creating handsome, stylish and we'll
fitting gowns are denied the opportu-
nifty of showing their ability in this
line, all for the want of opportunity to
educate their propensities, and a friend
~. sympathetic hand of encourage
ment from those whose knowledge is
sufficient to lead the less fortunate.
Dressmaking, when not properly I'M
derstood, means the hardest and most
wearing drudgery in which a woman
can engage. But, properly studied,
and practiced accordingly, it is made
comparatively easy and very remu-
nerative.-Mary X. Howard. in Wom-
ems Home Companion.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19

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DR.. Greene's NerVura, the famous composer
Of that most popular national song, 1.-THE
Soldier Boy in Blue" Harry I. Hunt, who
has appropriately dedicated his song of the
American soldier to Gen. Nelson A. Miles,
Commander of the U. S. Army. Mr.. Hunt
is manager Of the newspaper &" Bridgeport
Morning Union" He says:
Regarding the good effects of DR.. Greene
Nervura blood and nerve remedy, cannot say
enough. l had been working a good many
hours day and was SO run down that felt
something should be done at once. l had
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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19
RIDES ON CLERICAL MILEAGE.
Drummer's Amusing Experience
with n Railway Conductor.

DfuEhNeFB amusing EGESFIeEce
with n Railway Conductor.
For the first time in his long career
on the road the atfable drummer found
himself in the railroad depot half an
hour in advance of train time. When
he discovered his mistake his wrath
knew no bounds, and words choice and
rare were hurled in every direction as
he stood in front of the big clock and
regulated his own misleading time
piece. The mere thought of having vio-
lated the ethics of his profession so
violently as to be found lounging about
in a railroad waiting-room Esas more
than he could tolerate. His counten-
ance softened visibly, however, as he
espied the portly figure OF his old
friend Cotton with bis sample case filled
with small Walls of sour mash and So
mona wines,
Had a funny experience last trip
out, said Cotton, land haf the pleasure
of sidetracking n conductor on scalp
er's ticket. He knew his business all
right enough, but my presence of mind
won the day"
DOh > WI NSSobuidiS
the preface" exclaimed the a1fable
drummer, but give the story and let
ME be the judge of its merits"
well, it was this way" continued
Cotton. when l came back from the
south three weeks ago my expense ae-
count looked like a gas balloon, and the
head bookkeeper warned me to be on
the lookout for trouble from the in
side office. Two days later l was or
dercd out on special mission, and, be-
ing somewhat short OF cash, dropped
into the nearest scalper, and was lucky
enough to be able to purchase the
remnants OF 1,000-miie book. 1t
had been issued to Rev. Lucius Bingle,
of Detroit, but of course paid no at
tention to the name and climbed into
the smoking car in regular fashion.
without loss of time planted my
self comfortably near window, placed
my sample case and yalise on the seat
alongside, and after lighting q eigaF
proceeded to peruse the latest copy of
The Standard. When the conductor
reached me l was in the act of taking
II small swallow from my flask, but
reached for the mileage book and
handed 1t to the boss of the train. He
glanced at the name and then at me
and rcmarked:
Mr.. Bingle, glad to sec you are en-
joying yourself. How is the Sunday
school getting on nowadays?'
For a moment l was stunned" con
tinued Cotton, shut | suddenly recol-
lected the name OF Rev. Lucius Dingie
on the corner of the book and felt like
jumping through the window. Twas
supposed to be q clergyman. and there
| was with sample cases, cigars, whisky
and sporting paper in the smoking
car. looked the conductor squarely in
the face, and told him had removed
from Detroit and was engaged in evan
gelical work among the commercial
travellers along the road, and was en-
route to Milwaukee to conduct a re-
vivalundcr the auspices of the Brewery
Workers league. Would you believe it,
the conductor tore out the coupons for
the trip and left the car humming:
Just Tell Them That You Saw Me-
Narrow escape, don't you think ?"-Chi-
cago Chronicle.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19

"The spectacle afforded by this coun.
try once every four years" the man in
the macintosh was saying, when we
pass through what might be called q.
bloodless revolution, and the republic,
though shaken apparently to its very
foundations, comes safely through the
convulsion and is all the stronger for
the trial, L. one that ought to inspire
every citizen with renewed confidence
in the perpetuity of American institu-
tons and fill him with pride. Besides"
he added, in burst of patriotic fervor,
when there's campaign on you CAP
always borrow money-in sums of a
dollar or tIVal"-Chica@o Tribune.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19

"You look after the dimes." he said
IN his lordly manner ut the conclusion
of few remarks on the cost of running
a house. land I'll look after the dol
lars"
I've been looking after the dimes
all my life," she protested, indignantly;
that's all I've got to look after, while
you-you-"
Maria" he cautioned, fearful that
there was about to be an explosion.
while you have been diligently
looking after the dollars"
His face relaxed in a gratified smile.
to spend" she said in conclusion.
He realized then that she had made a
study of him.-Chicago Post.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1897-03-19
HOW TO POi>lsH SILVER.

Dear friends, tale I'll tell Though per-
haps you know it welD,
How to polish up the silver till 1t shines.
Without labor when you're tired, house
keeper or help that's hired,
will tell you all about it in these lines.
Peel potatoes three or four-though If
small you might peel more
Boil them just about three-quarters of an
hour;
While they're boiling add some salt, or the
whole will be in fault,
And your temper turned from sweet to
awful sour.
Take a furnished silver mug, spoon or
sugar bowl, or jug,
Put them in and let them boil a little
while;
When you take them out you'll find that
the tarnish stayed behind
And their brightness, I am sure, will
make you smile.
Good Housekeeping