The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1898-10-09

would give themselves more room by spread
ing out over the field of activities. But I'M
fortunately they go much like a flock of
sheep-altog%her. Hence the crowdng of ed
ucated women into the teaching profession,
and the stampede of those less highly trained,
into stenography, and the stores. 1t is pitt
ful that this should be so when there is so
much room for women elsewhere Miss Alice
J. Hand, who has not only made herself rich,
but has gained a name in the field of archi-
lecture says:
There is an immense unknown field for
women in architecture especially In the plan
ming of dwellings, No one is quicker to
acknowledge the fact than an intelligent
man. After a woman has secured technical
training, there is no better opening wedge
TO the money making world than to become
identified in some way with a well-established
architectural firm. In planning a dwelling 1
have often observed that the cleverest archi-
tects are given to sacrifice utility to harmony
of design. This is error that I think few
women would make. Their familiarity with
the requirements of a home makes them ex-
ceedingly practical. / recall discussion once
at school between an instructor and pupil
apropos to a cellarway. The girl protested
that the stair was too narrow for comfort or
safety, and in her design she enlarged it.
But can't you see,' said the Instructor,
that in charging the step you spoil the
harmony of the design2'
q Put fat cook on the step as you would
have it, replied the girl. Then consider
the harmony Of the cook
AS usual the woman had the last word|'
Miss Hand has designed many public build
ings and is at present a member of a pros
porous New York firm.
TRADESWOMEN.
For the woman who may not have the
training or inclination to take uD so BRAIN
teasing an occupation. sheep-raising, fruit
growing. fancy dog breeding and the labor
agency are suggested
A Virginia woman who owns a small piece
of land has become interested in the busi-
ness of raising sheep. She started on a
capital OF $25, and with this sum she purchas-
ed sheep at SO head. She raised as many
as she could care for on the land dispos. n q
of the rest as soon as they were old enough.
care and paid boy small sum week to
keep the sheds in order. She is now able,
after five years. to clear over $3.50 annually.
English women have developed no small
talent for stock raising, having taken 30 per
cent of the prizes at recent contest
In fancy dog breeding women are no less
successful, and this branch pays better than
cattle raising. At the show Of the Ladies'
Kennel association in London recently near
~ every breed of dogs was exhibited. Two
OF the best modern breeds Of beagles and
bloodhounds and the finest st. Demands in
the world are credited to women who have
made a study and business Of the industry.
One of these women never exhibits a dog
worth less than S., coo.
AS business managers these women stock
.. owners are noted for economy method and
good sense; they are good buyers and know
Just when to SELL" In many stock farms
a widow or waughter will succeed where the
husband or father failed.
IN THE WORLD OF ART.
Prior to the Worlds fair sculpture as a
branch Of artistic labor had not appealed
strongly to women artists, but now clay
modelling and working in marble are in
creasing in popularity among women
Seven women labored on the colossal
statues of the Worlds fair buildings and
Julia Bracken, who was in practical charge
Of the women sculptors and who herselI
modelled several famous statues. The large
figure of illinois Welcoming the Nations
was the work of her hands, as were also the
flying figures which adorned the corner 81
the Woman's building and the Victory oil
the Manufacturers building. Since the fail
Miss Bracken has devoted her time chiefly
to bust work. the most successful being the
bust Of Sir Moses Montefore, the Hebrew
pies a studio in Chicago
Mrs. Low W. Moore. another Of the work
ing seven" had her bust Of John R RensIey
accepted by the National Sculpture Society OF
New York. 1t was such strong piece O.
work that the judges refused to believe i
had been fashioned by the dainty hand O.
Wood carving is a fascinating branch q
art, and an industry not by any means bevonf
the capacity of woman. 1t is artistic, usefu
and highly remunerative, embodying the al
ways desirable elements in any Industry ~
interesting the mind, occupying the hands anf