The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1900-12-08
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limit of precious gems is reached, and here,
as formerly, amethysts, set in pearls, are IN
great favor. Turquoises likewise continue to
be STYLISH, and when with the matrlN, as Is
often the case. may be used IN pronounced
sizes, preferably for belt clasps, or, IN quite
EXPENSIVE belts are SET at intervals, with me
finish of large central clasp. knameied
brooches In flower designs are too beautiful TO
be relinquished, and in pins, enameled insects
are a delightful choice. limitations OF late
seem Invested in great measure OF the con-
tempt formerly cast upon them, II we may
Judge from their free presentation by leading
stores which cater to high class purchasers
Here
BROOCHES,
in gold or euame, are pretty as TO deceive
all but experts. aud begin for less than a dol
lar; pins are in endless variety, ana the ln'ro-
duction of gun metal affords genieei Gha'h
for a dollar. French gilt chains are shown
and white metal comes AS a substitute for sill
YER. Imitation turduoises, which are IN great
favor, both for brooches and belt clasps, are
placed at intervals on chains with dressy re-
suit. and other precious stones and pearls as
well are adroit manifestations OF nineteenth
century skill. Chains of such pearls come m
long strands. and collars are equally attractive.
Belt clasps are extremely ornate, and 10 large
size aud glittering in irridescent coio's are
worn by exclusive people. One would make
n nice
CHRISTMAS PRESENT.
and. in view of a gift making time, these aud
other small articles named are a good selection
Tor peopIe Of moderate means loliet articles
are IN glass. mounted IN sterling silver ana
shown by department stores al very reasonable
figures. Little salve boxes begin Al les Than
80
a dollar, aud increase IN puce according 70
size until powder boxes are reached iol'e'
bottles sometimes nov come IN coloreh gas
and are purchased Singly or perhaps ~ = pal''
one white, The other Va colors, SINCE regularity
on the bureau top IS rather out oil oFuer' ~
any case an addition Of choice PsIiumeTy gives
finish. and for such purpose we must not
overlook that sweetest aud NEST popular ut
perfumes. Murray aud l.aunan : FLORIDA a
Ter. Indeed ladies could find no more &C
cepiable gitt tor husband, brother or heAni
gentlemen So enjoy Its use after shaving
For dolls mothers can accomplish much ~
purchasing Minerva doll heads, which com
hiue the beaaty Of blsqae with the dHrshiliii
~ metal. Minervas are far superior 20 other
so.called understandable heads sud can be safe
given to any child, AS the metal Is covered hF
4 nure wholesome paint. manufactured ssl'e-
cislly for the purpose. Il contains 40 lular'-
Gus Ingredients being applied BY az 'lat"faie
process. so that il will no, chip Oh Ike of'ii-
nary enamel. These heads can be easily si-
,aehed With few stitches through The sewing
holes 10 OLD or new bodies. aud come IN -
many sizes tina, e, Is always possible tai-
epdars are ia extreme favor aud run from =
cents to S.; quite u pFesiy one 8 olaA'naiRe
for IS cents. Their utility has brought 'he'n
into much greater favor than Carisiuas carts,
which. though attractive, Werc ani practical.
Photograph frames 10 red alorocco arr 30
very great demand aud lead ~ THIS dcTari
ment. bat dark morocco. illuminated, has q
showing, and there are numerous displays 1T
nhs.orTaph frames ia gilt Sterling SILVER
hu,,on hooks. shoe horns, indeed every toilet
and desk article come either 30 SILVER - ate
silver mounted. and in this liS' brushes. ~hefh-
- for the hair or otherwise, are very uo''eea-
bic. Soap racks are seen. aud double RACKS.
one tor sponge and 4 smaller oae above fog
sosn. Such articles are mo-i desirable, be-
cause lasting m indefinite tame. perpetual ~
minders and far preferable e. cbiHa tha' may
be broken.
Eleanor. '-Eyening hats are in 'uiis- Ia
ished by gilt usually set in rows. aowrT ~
two NAV b. added. aad on ibEs subject q IS
well 20 note the sudden rise o. dahlms 'n'o
favor. They are placed ia elegant gr.'ap'ugS
ani contrasting coiors- Ltcf ttEItE