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The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

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Very early in March we must plan
for the seed planting If hot-beds and
cold frames are out of the question,
seed boxes should be prepared for in
door planting. Many Of the handsom-
est of our hardy ANIMALS will not
develop their full possibilities in the
way of bloom and fragrance before
they are destroyed by the frost in the
fall, if they have not the advantage of
tlis early seed planting. Our Northern
springs are late, and if we wait until
the coming of really warm, settled
weather, as we must If we expect sue
cess with seed started in the garden
beds-eVen the hardest varieties will
not come into bloom much before mid
summer, and that seems a very long
time to wait to the flower lover.
Every year, during the latter part of
February, numerous letters are receiv-
ed by the writer from flower-loving
housewives and amateur growers,
wanting to know how to start the sum-
mer-blOoming plants in order to get in
advance of the season, and this Is the
burden of complaint that character
lies nearly all these letters: but
dent seem to catch the trick of grow
ing plants well from seed started in
the house. 1 sow the seed. and it
comes up as a general thing, but the
plants never seem strong, and most Of
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

summer materials except striped gaze
line, plain and striped canvas in
legion of different designs, Irish dimity
and dotted Swiss. The dimity is won
derfully pretty, but the dotted Swiss
is more useful, as it keeps clean longer
and looks new every time 1t is washed,
and with lace and ribbons it Is very
dressy, quite enough so for formal din
ners and receptions for young folks.
Lent always causes a lull in the gay
ETY. Of the fashionable world, as far as
opera and balls are concerned, but
theater parties are permissible, and Wis
its to the art galleries and museums
are very fashionable. For such occa-
slons there are new gowns and other
garments and Postmaster hats in
abundance, most of them having a
subdued, chastened air as elusive as
1t is unmistakable.
1t is easy in Lent to give up a gauzy,
bespangled dancing dress if one can
have a delightful, new outdoor gown
especially when it is in the nunlike
gray which adds l know not what of
sweetness and charm TO a young face
The gray cashmere would be too as
celtic were 1t not trimmed a little-just
a little on the waist and the simu-
lated figaro with green and gold braid
The collar and belt would not be be-
coming did they not add a touch Of
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07
PARTISAN SPRING BoNNETs.
Astonishing Mingling of Color Re-
veaIed in the Designs.

A riotous extravaganza Of color is the dis
tinguishing feature of the newest importa-
tons from Paris milliners. Never, probably,
was the dye pot in such constant and urgent
demand as during the preparation of the hats
which are to astonish Paris and New York
this spring. Harmony of shades agreement
OF even pleasant contrasts Of color, these are
not striven for Bold designs and striking eff
fects have been the aim, and it has certainly
been achieved.
Each is typical Of some noteworthy Depart
ure manifested in the 1897 styles. One OF the
daintiest of these was pansy hat which
would suit some little dark-eyed beauty 1t
was Of rough straw, with a brim which tilted
over the eyes in front and turned UP slightly
at the Sides
Even more striking than this was the hat
which had been imported for a young New
York woman, who is devoted to red and
pinks. The hat was a successful mingling
of the two shades 1t was toque shaped
though rather larger than the ordinary toque,
and the crown was mass of beautiful red
poppies so wonderfully simulated that it
made one sleepy to look at them. These were
soft silken popies, however which nodded
gently with every breath of air and revealed
such rich depths of color that 1t was a de-
light to behold them.
The brim of the hat was formed by thick
ruche of miroir ribbon which gave out deli
cate shades Of rose, pink and poppy red in
the changing lights. A very individual effect
cate pink tulle Of the most diaphanous sort
which was brought over the poppy crown
and extended over part Of the rim as well.
One of the popular hats or this season, as
of last, will be the well loved sailor, a little
narrower in the brim than last year, and
probably even more deliberately trimmed.
Last season, in addition to her derby and
he stiff sailor the masculine girl appeared in
a stiff hat Of black silk This was the exact
counterpart Of the silk hat worn by her
brother, but she was a great deal fonder Of
1t than her relatives had ever been and wore
it at all times and on all occasions.
This spring the masculine maiden has be-
thought herself of addition to this stiff
and severe chapeau. Why should she limit
herself, is her argument to a plain crown
and straight rim and no ornamentation what
ever. when other women are revealing in all
the flowers and feathers that their purses will
buy? Therefore, she has decided to adorn
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

MRS. LYMAN ]. GAGE, wife of the new
secretary of treasury, was Cornelia Lansing,
of Albany, and is one of Chicago's most
charming matrons. She is not given to os-
tentation but takes pleasure in the contacts
of social life Mr.. and Mrs. Gage are noted
for their dinners and are great dfners-out
themselves. Their dinners have been priced
more highly than any other affairs Of that
sort in Chicago, and this is not only because
of the feast of reason attending upon them
but because Of the superiority and virtue of
their purely material part. Mrs. Gage has
never been much of figure in the woman's
clubs or public enterprises Of women in Chi
cago. Her associations have been of a purely
social kind and her entertainments in North
in the doings Of Chicago society Of recent
years.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

cooked slowly and be frequently basted unless
1t is in covered pan. The time allowed
for roasting a large piece of beef Is usually
twelve minutes for every pound and twelve
minutes for the PAN writes a contributor to
the New York Sun, and authority for the
following:
To prepare piece Of beef for roasting do
not wash it, but wipe it off with damp
cloth. Place 1t in a baking pan, rub some
beef drippings over the top and dredge the
top and sides with -four. Put in the pan a
couple of spoonfuls Of drippings. Water
should not be added If you wish the roast To
be nice brown. and do not add the salt
and pepper to the pan until after the surface
Of the meat has been well Drowned. Remenl-
Der that after the first twenty minutes roast
beer requires a moderate oven and haste the
meat frequently with its own drippings from
the pan. If there is danger Of the gravy
growing too brown or cooking away, a little
frequently gill Of cooking wine Is added to
the pan in the last twenty minutes of cook
ing, giving the gravy delicious flavor.
When the roast is sufficiently cooked re-
move to heated platter and make the
gravy. First turn off the top grease from
the LIQUID in the pan, and if there is not
~ dredge the pan with -four and stir over a
hot fire. Season with a spoonful of some
sauce and more salt and pepper. If needed.
Strain into heated gravy boat and serve.
For a pot roast get a short thick piece Of
the cross rib Of the beef and lard 1t with
little strips of clear, fat pork. Put the pot
in which the meat Is to be cooked over the
fire, and when it becomes hot put in the beef
and brown 1t, turning the meat until every
side is Drowned Add half dozen little
onions, two tablespoonful Of tomatoes,
bay leaf, a little chopped parsley, three
cloves dozen whole black peppers, two
garlic buds and a cup OF stock. Place the
pot where the meat will just steam and the
liquid simmer for three hours, keeping the
pot closely covered. One hour before serv-
ing add two carrots, sliced thin, and another
cup of stock If it is needed. Remove the
meat when done to a heated platter and
season the sauce with salt and pepper and
teaspoonful Of Worcestershire sauce and rub
1t through a coarse sieve. Pour the sauce
around the meat.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

Hoped on all edges and bound with
velvet. There was a fiat collar Of
ivory faille, lightly embroidered with
brown and bound with the velvet
a a vest YES front front ana stock collar are made
nice frock for the Lenten days! But
/ am sorry to say that the young own
er was carnal minded enough to wear
very fine hat not at all calculated
to mortify the flesh. It was of biscuit
colored velvet facing, rosette and
bands. A panache Of plumes and
heron's feather and an emerald buckle
all made component parts Of this
naughty hat. But the wearer looked
so sweet that much Is to be forgiven
her. Mate Leroy.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

weather is warm enough, there will be
fine strong plants to set out. This is
their theory. The general result is
that by the time the weather will ad
nit Of planting out they either have no
plants to put out or plants so weak
and lacking in vitality that they are
unable to stand the change, and as a
natural consequence they die very soon
after being put into the ground. If by
chance a plant happens to survive this
ordeal it may develop slowly after a
time, and give some flowers, but al
most invariably plants grown from
seed sown directly in the outdoor beds
will get a start of it, so that nothing is
gained.
In starting seedlings in the house
the first thing to do is to provide good
soil. Do not use old, worn-out soil in
which other plants have been grown
during the winter if you want good
plants. Very rich soil will not be neceS-
sary. If the soil is too rich the plants
will be forced too much; if too poor,
they will Starve; there is a happy
medium. Use a good, loamy garden
soil, made light with a little sand; no
fertilizers will be needed for the start
ing of the seed If the soil is moderately
llcns II VIII De better TO duO IL IN small
quantities in the liquid form after act
i've growth begins. Sift the soil to re-
move all lumps-it will be impossible
to get 1t too fine and mellow.
For starting the seed about the best
thing is a box three or four inches
deep, and as large as can be handled
conveniently, provided there is plenty
of light. If only ordinary windows are
available, it will be best to have the
box made the length of the window
sill and from a foot to a foot and
half wide. A wide one of this sort may
be placed on the window sill, and an
ether one somewhat narrower on
brackets half way up the window.
Fill the boxes with the prepared
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

WASHINGTON. March e.-Afrs. John Sher-
man, who viii take the lead among the cabi-
net ladies of the Mckinley administration,
is admirably fitted for the eminence she will
occupy in social affairs during the next four
yeas. Mrs. Sherman may be said to be al
most native here for she has spent forty
years in the official environment of the place.
She has ever recognized the social duties of
ner posti IN and her house has BAN one Of
the most CHEEKY and hospitable of homes in
all Washington. She Is noted for her Thurs
da5' receptions, which have been rarely in
terrLpted, except for grave causes. She is an
earnest, digniied woman, yet gracious and
genial, and ever alive to those small details
Of which q successful social career is made
M The Shermans have no children Of their
own, but have adopted several little ones and
have made them happy.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

DETROIT, March 6.-Mrs. Russell A. Alger.
who will preside over the home of the next
secretary of war, is especially fitted for the
sphere of social life into which the generals
new position viii lift her. Mrs. Alger. and.
indeed, the entire Alger family, have ever
been extremely fond of society When the
general was governor of Michigan the enter
tainments given by him and Mrs Alger at
Lansing and Detroit were noted for their
sumptuousness and popularity. Ever since
his retirement from public life the generals
family have been leaders In Detroit society.
Gen. and Mrs. Alger and Frances. their
youngest and only unmarried daughter, will
shine in Washington's best circles The gen
eral is very rich and can afford the money
demanded by social duties. Miss Alger is a
beautiful girl, cultured and well tutored in
those arts that are more than merely pleasing.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

BOSTON, March 6,-Mrs. John D. Long,
wife Of the new secretary of the navy, is
one of the most charming and polished
women Of bingham. She is the ex-governor's
second wife, and before their marriage. in
1886, she was Miss Agnes Pierce. daughter
of Rev. ]. D. Pierce, OF North Attleboro.
She is considerably younger than her hus-
band Mrs. Long is home lady, woman
and mother whose largest delights are those
she finds in the well ordering Of her home.
II left to herself, her neighbors say, she
would not decide to spend the coming four
years in the glare Of Washington society. At
the same time 1t must be said she is most
tactful woman and will make charming and
hospitable hostess She is pretty cultured,
self-possessed and viii be force in the
viii make a happy essential Of the Long house
hold.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

BALTIMORE, March 6-AIrs. James A.
Gary, wife of the next postmaster general,
is a devoted wife and mother and presides
over one of the most charming homes in all
Maryland. Her entertainments are largely
usual influence over her seven daughters and
one son. The Gary girls are adopts in all
those arts that go to make up the perfect
woman. The mysteries Of good housekeeping
are as open as day to them, and yet they
have In nowise neglected the aesthetic &C
complishments. They are all able musicians
All are most delightful entertainers, and the
Garys promise to take up large section Of
the social sphere In the capital. Mr.. Gary
and the ladies Of his household are already
in Washington, whittier they went some
time ago to find a suitable home. Mrs.
Gary's powers will certainly expand in the
national capital.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

SAN FRANCISCO. March 6.-Mrs. Joseph
McKenna wife of the new attorney general,
is one OF the most charming women on the
coast, and delightful hostess. Their home
here is noted for its charming entertainments.
Mrs. Mckenna VIII not be new to social life
In the capital. When he husband was in
congress she saw great deal Of Washington
society. Since her daughters have grown old
Kenna has been an assiduous entertainer,
and has taken more interest in social mat
tiers than ever before. 1t is said that her de-
sire to return to the gayeties of the winter
seasons in Washington a large factor
in determining Judge MoKenna to accept
portfolio from President-elect Mckinley. The
McKennas are very popular in San Franchises
best circles Of society, and their departure will
be sincerely regretted here.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

soil and press down lightly. or bet
ter still, simply jar the boxes to settle
the soil, which should be moderately
compact to retain moisture well. but
never packed firmly together Then
SOW the seed on the soil, scattering it
as evenly as possible. If very fine,
like petunia, sift a light covering Of
soil over 1t and press down with the
hand or smooth board. If larger,
like the aster or balSam seed, not so
much care in sowing and covering will
be necessary. But in no case should
the seed be covered too deeply. After
sowing, and slightly moistening, set
the seed boxes in a light. warm place
to await termination. The soil must
be kept moist on the surface and never
allowed to get perfectly dry and hard
before the plants terminate. But it Is
necessary to be careful that the fine
seeds are not washed from the soil in
watering. In order to avoid this, as
well as injury to the tiny plants after
the seeds terminate, ii will be best to
use a rose-nozzled watering pot which
throws a fine spray. With this the
soil can be thoroughly moiStened even
ly as there will be no washing of the
soil nor displacing of the forming root
let's
The seedlings will begin to appear
very early with some seeds. from two
to three DAYS being all that are nee
essary for the process of termination,
while others will require from one to
two weeks or even longer. The boxes
should be watched, and as soon as the
little springs of green begin to appear
give them a good light and all the sun
pc ssible, and after the 1st of March
dispense with artificial heat as much
as possible whenothe sun is out in full
force Sun heat and fire heat COM
bined will force the plants too rapidly
for healthy growth. Aim to keep the
temperature at about 65 or 20 degrees.
Do not give too much water at any
time See that the soil is moist all
through, but never wet. Too much
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

DEs MONIES. To-, March 6-Miss Flora
II. Wilson will be at the head OF the house
Washington under the Mckinley administra-
ton. She Is a charming young lady, CT
gracious manner and generous disposition,
presided over the Wilson home in Tama
county. Miss Wilson dearly loves the coun-
try. She is fond of the open air and is a
hrst-class horsewoman. Four years ago che
was appointed librarian of the Iowa Agrieul-
tural college, and still holds that position. IN
addition to her other pursuits Miss Wilson has
al power and sweetness. She has been a
student at the Chicago Conservatory Of Music.
She paints well, too, and Is delightful en-
tertainer. Miss Wilson, her two brothers and
hold.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07
HOW TO ROAST BEEF.
Temperature of the Oven-A Prime
Pot Roast.

placed in a very hot oven at first SO that the
surface will be quickly Drowned, thus making
coating by which the juices Of the meat
will all be retained. The temperature of the
should then be lowered and the meat
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

couture that had been devised in years, as
the illustration convincingly shows. 1t will
undoubtedly be adopted by thousands of wom-
en- who will rejoice to exclude the steel hair
pins from their homes forever.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07
moisture at the roots with heat will
encourage rapid but weak growth.

moisture at the roots with heat will
encourage rapid but weak growth.
Plenty of fresh pure air is of great
Importance for sturdy growth, and too
much cannot be given If it is properly
tempered. By this is meant that it
should have the outdoor chill taken off
before it comes in contact with the
young and tender plants. In this mat
ter, as in all others connected with
successful plant growing, there must
be an exercise of intelligent common
sense and judgment. The cold outdoor
air would be almost sure to send a
death chill to a young plant accus-
tened to the warm air of the living
room if allowed to blow directly upon
it, But admit this air from out of
doors into the room where the
plants are, but some distance
away from them, and it mixes
with the air already in the room and
warm, and by the time the fresh air
reaches the plants it has lost it's keen
edge, and the young plants are not
injured by it, but inVigorated. Many
people seem to fail to understand that
air-freSh pure airs as necessary to
the health and VigoT of a plant as to a
person, burt until they do understand
this and act upon it by giving plenty
of fresh air to plants in the house, they
need not expect to grow good plants
They should make it a rule to admit
the air daily-better, several times a
day
Sturdy growth is the point TO strive for.
If a plant spindles up-in gardeners parlance
becomes "drawn"-you may know that 1t is
being kept too warm or wet, or both. If kept
just right it will make a healthy growth.
The points will shorten and close together.
The leaves VIII be Of a dark green and of
good size. In short, the plant will look very
much the same as plant grown out Of doors.
1t is seldom that plants grown in the
house do look like outdoor plants, because 1t
is a difficult matter TO so regulate the tenn
perature to initiate out-of-door conditions
satisfactorily. But there should always be
an attempt 10 initiate them closely as
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-03-07

her 1897 spring hat with a big waving os-
trich plume.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1897-10-23
THE SALE OF THE UNION PACIFIC.

Democratic papers have had a good deal
to say recently about what they call the
Union Pacific steal. 1t is charged that "a
syndicate of Wall-street sharks a very
fetching phrase, by the way, is about to
realize an immense profit at the expense
of the government and with the connivance
of the present administration in the pur-
chase of the Union Pacific Railroad. This
organization of the alleged syndicate is de-
scribed with much detail. and very SEN
sational charges are made relative to the
completely of the administration. The
amount which the administration is said
to be trying to enable the syndicate to
pocket is variousfy stated at from $4,000, 600
to 500, 900 600, according to the imagination of
able editors. 1t might as well be put at
500, 600, or ten times that amount for
there is nothing in the story. 1t is an Off
year campaign lie intended to influence the
congressional elections. The only founda-
ton for the story is that, in accordance
with plan decided upon long since and
approved by the best legal advice the gov
eminent is going to sell the Union Pacific
road at auction to the highest bidder with
out regard 10 who the bidder may be. The
sale of the road was ordered by the Cleve-
land administration, and the present one is
merely carrying out policy which was
formulated before it came in office. The
governments special attorney in the mat
ter is Hon. George Hoadly, of New York,
a very able lawyer and prominent Demo-
crat He would be hard man to hoodwink,
and is as little liable as any other lawyer
in the United States to be party TO swind-
ling the government or enriching anybody
at it's expense. Before ordering the sale of
the road the government secured a guaran-
tee bid of S5OOOO,00O over and above first
n mortgage of $SS, 900 900, which is a prior lien
to that of the government. Under this guar
antee the government is sure of $50. 100000.
which will fairly cover its claim. The attor-
ney general says:
The road will be sold to the highest re-
sponsible bidder, without any reference to
his personality If a bid of SOL coo 900 is
does not increase its offer to $50, 000 900. the
property will go to the parties making the
new proposal. The guaranteed bid was OBJ
tanned TO prevent the possibility of dis
astrous loss. If this guarantee did not ex
list, an opportunity would be offered for
bidders to form a combination and offer
comparatively low figure for the road.
The probability is that the government
will realize more than $5OOOO,OOO. but it is
sure to realize that much. The interests of
the government have been carefully safe