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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

a spring. Surrounding the wooden side
piece is a collar. which is frightened BY
means % a screw when the required
height is attained. and on relieving the
pressure on the collar by turning the
screw in the reverse direction. the
top of the desk is still further elevated
aut ornaticany by the action Of the
spring. or it can be depressed by ap-
plying sufficient force to overcome the
resistance of the spring. and the collar
again frightened when the user OF the
desk is satisfied with its height By
means of another mechanical arrange
rnent. portion OF the top of the desk
can be either inclined or fiat to suit the
convenience or taste OF its owner It
will thus be seen that the desk can b
used either sitting OF standing.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

The superintendent of a provincial
Sunday-schoo1 was much worried by
the noise Of the scholars in the next
room At last. unable to bear it any
longer. he opened the door and burst in
upon the class. Seeing one boy a little.
taller than the others talking a great
deal. he caught him by the collar. car
ried him to his own room. and banged
him into a chair. saying. Now sit there
and se quiet" A quarter of an hour
later a small head appeared round the
doo- and a meek little voice said.
.'P1ease. sir. you've got our teacher
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what Is called long and short stitch.
three shades of old gold colored flo
selle being used. Three threads of the
fIoseue were used at a time. The stem
of the flower was done in rope stitch
The entire spray is finished before the
darning is done.
The darning is a great feature of
huclaback work. and in the example
before you has been done in dark red
silk Six threads of the floselIe were
used at a time. and that IS the amount
necessary to make sufficient effect.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

The long cloak or peIisse here pictured
is suitable for outdoor wear, but Will
also serve as a model for a theatre
cloak; it is Of Veronese-gree brocade.
with pleated front and bishop sleeves
of velvet of the same color; it is lined
throughout with pale terra Gotta
broche: the yoke. collar and waist
bands are of sable; a cravat of cream
silk muslin IS tied in a bow under the
chin. Hat of black velvet, trimmed
with ostrich feather tips on the left
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
mainly rable Decorations.

Now that the festive season is at
hand, let US look to our candelabra. re-
mem bering that the appearance of our
dinner table is no small part of the
menu China and silver candlestic1s.
charming bowls of fancy china, and
bronze AMI copper holders of every de-
scription are to be seen, while candle
shades are of every kind and variety,
and to match every description of dec
Grafton. The one illustrated. the hold
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Take six large meaiy potatoes and
one Spanish onion; peel and cut them
into slices Boil them in three pints OF
milk and water. in equal quantities.
until quite tender, then pulp all throI IN
a course sieve; add one ounce of but
ter, a pinch of cayenne and salt to taste.
Boil up again. and just before serving
stir in q teacupful of cream and
handful Of crisply toasted bread cut
lztO dice.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

AS the time flies so quickly it is never
too soon to begin to make little Christ
mas gifts for ones many friends. es-
necially as a handmade present Is so
much more appreciated
A very effective picture frame is here
illustrated. made of a pale shade of
ivory linen, embroidered with conven-
tfonal corn flowers. the back being as
dainty and beautiful as the front A
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Plated wares, whether silver or gold.
are best cleaned with a sponge and
warm soapsuds. and wiped dry with q
clean, soft towel or silk handkerchief.
then mix some finely-sifted WHITING
with spirits of wine, lay it on with a
spongl, rub it with a soft cloth which
has previously been boiled in water
mixed with prepared chalk, and polish
with wash-leather. If the silver is
stained. boil it for a few minutes before
applying the whiting
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
Tomato sauce.

Peel gallon of ripe tomatoes and .
pods of red pepper; cook until tender;
strain through coarse cloth. then stir
thoroughly into IT , ounces of salt, =
ounces of black pepper. = ounce OF
white mustard seed. y ounce of all
spice; add 1 pint OF vinegar; boil slowly
for , or i hours; while still warm bottle
AMI cork tightly: this viii keep for
years. and so should be made when
there IS q coed crop and tomatoes are
cheap.
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A handsome wrap for an elderly lady
is made of black Yelours du Nord,
trimmed with skunk fur, and applique
Of satin and jet The back is drawn
into the figure at the waist, and the
throat is finished with a ruche of ac-
cordfan p1eated satin
A handsome gown recently seen that
would be suitabl for an elderly woman
was made of dark grayish-bIue wooden
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

There are two traits of character Z
should do my utmost to develop il Z
mad children to bring up" says wo-
man VIII )se daily work brings her into
contact with many different people.
Those are the traits of generosity and
unselfsnness. If they were born in the
children I should encourage them. and
II they were lacking I should do my ut
most to plant and nourish them
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Those pretty women whom we meet
whose hair IS softly waved all round
her head and shows no sign of depres-
son at the sides; whoes forehead bears
the light burden of some pretty kiss
curis and .ovelocks. whose hair is in
deed very we'll dressed. we may know
at once that she is using the popular
little pad which makes the pompadour
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Soak three cups of dried apples over
night and chop them; simmer them for
one hour in two cups of moIasses and
aIlo Y them to cool After they are cold
add nalf a cup of butter. two eggs, half
a cup of sugar. four cups of flour. half
cup of milk. two teaspoonfuls of soda
spice to taste. one cup of chopped and
seeded raisins, and little salt
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

gfrdIed by a gold MORE Renaissance
sash, and the hats of black velvet were
plentifully trimmed with black plumes-
The going-away gown worn by the
bride on this occasion was Of dark he
liot-ope cloth, trimmed around the foot
with a band of errnine headed by passe-
menterie composed Of black silk and
iridescent heliotroDe beads The tight
fitting jacket is of ermine, with bretelles
of folded cloth. finished from bust to
waist with the pessementerie; the
sleeves were of the cloth with upper
part from armhole midway to the ell
bow OF eruine, the wrists finished with
passementerie and rUffles Of lace. Large
mum Of the ernine-
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

If there is zone thing dear to a wo-
man heart it is a pretty tea gown.
AT a stylish modiste's some very dainty
ones we're exhibited recently. One was
of rose flannel in the aI-prevaiIing
Russian style The simulated Zouave
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

so much more attractive, especially
with the woman who is not blessed with
thick hair. A very pretty arrangement
for the couture is shown in the accom-
panying picture. The hair is brought
directly to the center of the head and
tied and soft coil is then made.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
4 Queer Cradle.

The Lapr baby very often has a STOW
cradle fer when the indulgent mother
attends church she makes a hole in the
snow outside and deposits the young
Laplancer therein It is no uncommon
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

was edged with frils of pink silk and
ecru guipure insertion; the waist
girdl-d by handkerchief sash of rose
silk, tied at the side.
Not very far from this creation was
another of very fine cashmere over
blue taffeta, made in one piece from
top to bottom. with a yoke around
which the gathers are placed The skirt
is trimmed with three rows Of narrow
guioure insertion The corsage is gath
cred and has two large square lapels
forming a sort of shawl reaching to the
waist.
A pretty home dress has the skirt and
sleeves of mauve foule; the foot of the
skirt is trimmed with ribbon velvet in
2. darker shade; the sleeves are tight
fitting, and have butterfly drapery at
the top of velvet, with waterfalls Of
foule falling below; the lower part of
the bodice is of mauve brOche figured
with pansies; it is Joined on to q deep
yoke of white and mauve striped silk
under a ruche of ribbon velvet; full
waistband of velvet fastened with a
bow and ends on the left side
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
salt.

Salt puts out fire in the chimney.
Salt n the oven under baking-tins pre-
vent their scorching on the bottom
Salt and vinegar will remove stains
from dfscoIored teacups Salt put on
ink when freshly spilled on the carpet,
will help in removing the spot.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

silk, acc 'dian-pleated. and is just the
thing for q party dress; 1t is made on
a small oke. covered with lace, and
has bows of cerise ribbon on the Shout
ders; a friII of accordion Ieated silk
is carried across the front. and pIeated
frilis also form the sleeves; for warmth
this should be worn over plain dress
of white or coiored cashmere or viyeIIa.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Tomato Soup.
Roast Leg of Mutton Mashed Potatoes.
Boiled Rice Stewed Tomatoes
Apple DumpIings. Lemon Cream
Fruit. COffee.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

IN spite Of the ruTnOr that the sepa-
rate waists and skirts are not going to
be as popular this year. as formerly,
and are going to be superseded by the
entire suit with the bodice fancifully
trimmed. still with the woman who
likes variety or has a moderate income,
the pretty, useful waist that $ differ
ent from the skirt viii always hold first
place.
A very handsome one was recently
seen that would be suitable for evening
or theatre wear. It was composed Of
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

The small hat or toque will always
hold its place in the feminine heart for
theatre or evening wear, as it can be
and color to suit individual tastes One
very dainty one was made of black
chenille velvet, turned up at side with
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
SUNDAY.

Cream of CauIifower Scum
Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes
Stuffed Tomatoes, Beets.
Crackers Olives. Cheese
Peach Ice Cream
Fruit Coffee.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

two large rosettes of pale blue. The
crown is composed Of pale blue drawn
silk, with handsome plume Of ostrich
tips at side. Another was made of blue
velvet, trimmed with jetted ornaments
in front over bows of velvet, orna-
nented with paste circles; unmount-
ed yellow roses at the sides. resting On
the hair and an aigrette of small pea
cocks feathers at the back
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

very good design can be seen in an
other frame of white silk backed with
white brOcade. and worked with quaint
haIf-noons and sprays in pale coral
and green silks. interspersed with tiny
steel spangies- Still another is covered
with yellow satin. in which quaint de-
vices ara rendered in multi-colored
silks.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

ers are OF bronze. while the dainty
shades are Of pink silk and lace
Handsome china dinner services are
also in fascinating array. One OF the
best is a torquoise AIinton dessert ser
vice. showing a handsome Open-work
edgins.
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665Sa5S65

Some decidedly pretty costumes were
seen at a recent fashionable wedding.
The bride was gowned in a superb
CONNECTION Of white satin trimmed with
Duchesse lace. pearl applique and chif-
fOl. and wore a long train carried by
two small children The bridesmaids
dresses were especially dainty, and one
is mere pictured It was composed of
white fancy glace silk, with fichus of
ecru lace. the latter also forming ruff
hes ever the sleeves. The waist was
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

summers is provided Iyftn an artistic
little froclz in bright and yet dark green
cashmere hanging loosely from a high
Empire sash Of green silk. with long
ends falling down the left side from a
big rosette. There is a shocked yoke
of pale yellow silk. and the deep collar
and little cuffs are prettily eHnbroid-
cred in the same color
The hat slzetcl1ed with it IS in white
felt. simply trimmed with soft white
ak
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

The following paste is strongly ad-
vised for rubbing the hands with at
night if inclined to chap:
Honey. 1 spoonful.
Fine oatmeal, spoonfuls
Beat these up with the yolks of two
eggs. and add sufficient unsalted lard
or lanoline to make a paste, and thor
oughly mix all together This paste
you will find excellent for smearing the
inside OF your sIeeping-glovas with.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
TUESDAY.


5IeahIdsL-
Hominy and Milk
Sausages. Baked Potatoes.
Corn Cake. Coffee.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Baked Fish, Tomato Sauce.
Cold Meat Mashed Potatoes.
Sweet Potatoes. Turnips.
Brown Betty Pudding.
Crackers Cheese Coffee
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

In Siam. the lighting Of a cigar lnaI-
Gates a betrothaL In that country a
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

In millinery, marten, sable and astra-
khan are much used as borderings for
tooues and capots which have full
crowns Of velvet. Plumage trimmings
and feathers are much in evidence, and
there is demand for tufts of osprey.
aiGrettes and the beautiful tails OF
birds of paradise
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
SATURDAY.
Breakfast.

SATURDAY.
Breakfast
Oatmeal.
Liver and Bacon Baked Potatoes
Corn Bread Toast
Coffee
Luncheon.
Fish OneIet
Rolls Toast Bread.
Prunes- Cake
Cocoa.
Dinner.
Potato Soup.
Roast Pork AppIe sauce
Squash. Turnir
crackers Cheese.
Cream Pudding
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Mutton Outlets, Tomato Sauce.
Potatoes. Stewed Carrots.
Macaroni, with Cheese.
Oyster Salad
Neapolitan Cream. Cake.
Coffee.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Scotch Broth Rolls
Crackers. Rice Pudding.
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rEorEn5Akg5!RE9g8
J. 1FSjRflRoN

This is certainly to be a season OF
velvet Old and young alike viii don
it, and as there is such a variety to
choose from. it can be worn on aH oc-
casions. There are plaids. changeabIe
velvets and figured velvets. The even
ing gowns are especially rich. being
composed Of brocaded velvet of every
shade heavily trimmed with lace.
As for the jackets and short coats
they are the prevailing fashion made
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14
WEDNESDAY.


Shredded Wheat and Milk.
Rice Croquettes- Boiled Eggs.
Graham Bread Coffee.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Chicken OmeIet.
Cracker Toast. Graham Bread.
Rolls. Peaches.
Tea
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

LLL-LLEOLI.
Tomato Omelet- Hot Biscuit.
Toast Custard-
Cocoa.
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Dinner.

Tea
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-12-14

Escaloped Oysters
Parker House Rolls
BAKED Apples Gingerbread.
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Dinner.

Dinner.
Ox-Tail Soup.
Baked Blue Fish Mashed Potatoes.
Roast Ham. Baked Sweet Potatoes
Orange Snow Pudding.
Fruit. Coffee.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01
No Lun Things The.

Sing Lee was an enterprising young
Chinaman who conducted laundry in
a mining camp in. Colorado some years
ago. His never-failing good humor
made him a universal favorite, and on
more than one occasion the boys found
that he had a ready tongue in his head.
4 Presidential election occurred about
this time, and one of the boys, an Irish
man, remarked TO Sing: We'll, Sing,
VEIL have to be goin' to China now.
The Irish be goin' to run things here
and they won't have any hathen Chinee
around Quick as a flash Sing retort
ed: ''All light, me go Ireland. 1lish
no lun things there.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01
Get ready for settlement day.

Peaches of a certain kind will be ripe
on Easter Sunday.
He who does not lift has no right to
grunt.
q A number of rumors are afioat as to
the nature of the objects that are seen
in front of one of our churches, every
Sunday night. a searching inquiry by
one Of our reporters has brought to
light the fact that they are neither liv-
ing pic ctures nor a group of Florentine
statues, but party of light-headed
youths who make life burden.
The largest diamond in the world re
Gently arrived in London from Kimber-
ly, South Africa. 1t is said to be worth
81, 500, 000 uncut Let's wait until it's
cut before purchasing.
Sometimes when one gets into a
scrape for telling the truth, the ques-
tion arises, Does honesty payr'
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01

Mystic Cure" for Rheumatism and
Neuralgia radically cures in I TO 3 days.
It's action upon the system is remarkable
and mysterious. 1t removes at once the
causes and the disease Immediately dis
appears. The first dose greatly benefits;
Is cents. Sold by ]. c. Redic, ard j. F..
Balph Druggists Butler. Apr 90
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01
Grape and Bark Bitters for Malaria

Every one knows the value of the
grape as luscious and healthy fruit,
Aunt Rachael's Malarial Bitters is the
ultimate of the Grape Juice;in its prop
critics mildly diuretic, sudorific and
tonic More than seven -eights is the
pure juice of the grape, simply made
bitter by Peruvian Bark Chamomile
Flowers Snake Root, &c, and will
cure Malaria Fever if used as directed
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01
What Everybody Says About Brand,

What Everybody Says About Brandy.
That the Wines and Brandy of the
Speer N J. Wine Co, Passaic, n J
are leading all others in public favor.
Their Wines are unexcelled for delicacy
of flavor, and are pronounced by the
most capable judges to be the very best
in the market. For pure grape Brandy
their Old Climax, vintage Of 1876, is
admittedly the best to be had and more
reliable than French Brandies Drug
gists sell it.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01

If marriage were not such doubtful
state-and women We're all that they
secondhand the dudes We're obliterated
from the face of the ealth-and the
offensive partisans were not too ram
pant-and that we could discover that
a man may be good even before he dies
and society were not a matrimonial
mart-and the objectionable features
could be eliminated from the waltz
and the collection box was not always
associated with religionzand sensation
alism was not considered naughty by
the people and spiritualism did not
lock so like & fake and the suicide
would not seek the incest room il a
hotel wherein to die-and the pies like
mother used TO make We're more nu-
merous- and the bad spoilers We're not
so anxious to write letters-and girls
who 90 to cooking schools were not too
tired to help mother get dinner when
they come home-and the pugilistS
wouldn't talk so much about fighting
and the word genial We're not used
so much-and few other things were
arranged this world would not be
bad place in which to live.-Ex.
An exchange says: Pick out twenty
young men as you meet them and not
more than five out of the twenty are
making any effort to save money. The
indications are that the poorhouse of
the future will have to be ten stories
high, with folding beds in every room.
You should not act silly or owly if a
bill is presented to you. Remember
that the favor was from your creditor
and that you are the party under obi
CATION. He gave you goods that he
had to pay money for and took your
word that you would repay him.
A gentleman in a western legislature
recently stated that question had
arisen in his state as TO the advisability
of passing a law prohibiting women
hunting in pants. Well says one of
the party If You can pass such an act
| and enforce it | know one man who will
move to your state, as l never dare go
to sleep first with cent in my pockets.
Hoods Sarsaparilla rests the tired
brain. 1t gives nerve strength and
bodily health.
A man who lately ate roasting ears
for dinner is quoted as follows: In
| the fall, when sweet corn is ripe re-
move all the husks except the last lay
er, and place it endwise in the bottom
of a keg or barrel, then pickle the same
as one would pickle meat. In this way
you can have corn as fresh in March as
| you can in the fall
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01

and clothes nowadays is what
we are doing. The drop in price
and the same high level OF quality
and workmanship is bringing
every one to us. If you want 4
Clay Diagonal suit for SIS 90
you know where you can get 1t.
All Cut Up. The goods we
have is all of it being rapidly cut
up and transferred into stylish
Cutaway and sack suits. Our
prices are all cut up too. For
you can get business sack suit
for $500, etc.
Sartorial Prices Shattered when
you can get the imported goods.
with the finest of trimmings, aud
the work Of the very best cutters
for $25.oo per suit, you ought to
shake hands with yourself 1t
will not always be thus. En-
brace the opportunity while it
lasts, and leave your measure with
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01

VIM. SHAKESPEARE, who was consider
able of an all-'round writer composed a
few lines for the benefit of James
pompadour Corbett, to-witl
THE painful warrior, famous for fight,
After thousand victories, once foiled,
Is from the book of Honor razed quite,
And all the rest forgot for which he
toiled."
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01

produces the above results In 80 days. 1t acts
powerfully and quickly. Cures when all others
fall Young men viii regain their lost man
hood and old men Will recover their youthful
yieor by using REVIVO. II quickly and surely
restores Nervousness, Lost vitality, Lost Power,
Failing Memory, Wasting Diseases, and all
effects OF excess and indiscretioD, which un-
fits one for study, business or marriage. 1t not
only cures ~, starting at the seat OF disease.
but is a great nerve tonic and blood builder.
bringing back the pink plow to pale cheeks
and restoring the fire OF youth. 1t wards Off
Insanity and Consumption. Insist on having
REVIV0 no other. 1t can be carried In vest
pocket BY mail. 81 90 per package, or six for
S5 CO. with positive written guarantee TO cure
or refund tEe money. Circular free. Address
ROYAL MEDICINE CO.. CHICAGO, ILL
For Sale by REDDICK & GROMANN,
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1897-04-01

KNOCKED OUT-A merchant say
Morrison Bros Cough Syrup has knocks
ed out my sales on all other cough cures.
They came into the fighting ring, way
out in Carson City,
And that is why I'm called upon to sing
this little ditty.
For Jim and Fitz, they punched and
alugged; the ring it was with gore
wet.
Until at last Fitz landed one, and the
blow almost killed Corbettl