The Press., 1900-12-20
Continued from 1st page.) CHRISTMAS, 1900. What to Buy, and Where.
F. E. FITZPATRIOK.

u weather on account of his ''milk shakes" the composition of which is secret that will not be revealed until he s.cashes in his chips." Now that the cold north wind blows, and the milk shake has no charms. MT. Fitz is making bid for patronage with the best line of Christmas goods for little money that it has been his privilege to show in Stafford He has a choice collection of books, and when the prices are mentioned you wonder where they were stolen. For 75 cents each he has line of great nice books, elegantly bound and profusely illustrated, including "Wonders of the Universe," Heroes of the Dark Continent" 'Footprints of inc Worlds History" and "Conquering the Dark Continent" These books were made to sell for $3, and are worth the price they are made to sell for. From 6Oc to $1, you[can buy Masterpieces of Dore," "Goddard's Scenic America" "F'rom the Atlantic to the Pacific," or a will buy five-volume set of your choice of the following authors: Henty, Mary J. Holmes, Oliver Optic, and Mrs. Alex ander. For the children there is a big line of story books at various prices, suit able for all ages, In the line of mechani cal toys sold here are alligators that will crawl, donkeys that buck, seals that walk. clowns that jump, roosters that run, and a rubber-necked giraffe that has more mods than politician. sleds, dolls, rock ing horses, standard diaries, go-carts, black boards, elegant pipes, cigars by the box. cribbage boards. and backgammon boards can all be found here. A years subscription to one of the popular period a patrick has the agency for nearly every- thing published. Christmas candy, of course he has it.
 HARVEY CHAPMAN.
 While the stock of hardware store is not largely composed of holiday goods. there are various articles very suitable for gifts. In stock of the size and com. pleteness carried by Harvey Chapman you will naturally find everything in hardware that is acceptable for gifts. This is the season for skates, and you will find good line at various prices at Chapman's. There is not much snow at present, but there will be plenty before April 1st, and if you are going to buy sled MT. Chapman probably has just what you want at a fair price. A pen knife or pocket knife is popular purchase at this season, and there Is nothing in the gift line that gives more pleasure, especially to a growing boy. MT. Chapman has a large and we'll selected stock of knives, ranging in price from 10 cents to S 50, In cutlery and carving sets, scissors, shears and razors you can find what you want in this stock. Air rifles for the young sportsmen and shot guns for the older ones can also be found here Other articles suitable to the season are shinny sticks, toy tat irons, toy washboards, toy tubs, sleigh bells, etc.
 N. NJ. wHIToN
 N. M. Whiton's store always attracts customers, and all hasten there sure of welcome and expecting to find beautiful things to look at. This year it far ex- ceeds expectations. The store has been decorated with red. which lends glow to everything, including the customers enthused with the merry holiday spirit. The little store is crowded. They say it is full all the time these days, and all look happy because they are finding pres | ents that suit them at low price. We | find framed pictures from 25c to $5. 5O Have you seen their cat thermometers for | 50 cents? Go and look at them. Cats are trained to pose for pictures. Bibles from 45 cents to $3. Books everywhere, beautiful, dainty findings, and others more desirabl". Text books, 15 cents, 30 cents, etc. Music is heard here and can be traced to an attractive photograph album that sells for $35O. There are lovely little views of the village for IS cents, and larger one for 25 cents. Work boxes, games, picture books, etc. Those who go and look are sure to buy.
 W. W. BURwELL ESTATE
 There is hardly an article in first class jewelry store that is not suitable for holiday gifts. Rings, watches chains, charms, pins, cuff buttons, silver thimbles, Waterman's fountain pens, fancy clocks, bracelets, souvenir spoons, stag handled carving sets, solid and plated silverware are among the things attractively dis played at Burwell's in large assortment A speciality this year at this store are the articles made from the Mexican leather, hand carved. This leather is very rich in appear ance, and the articles made from 1t are quite pretty. Among the articles shown that are made from this leather are tobacco pouches, cigar cases, pocket books, music roll, and bag checks. The person who is fortunate enough to receive a present of q Zonophone, for which Mir. Burwell has the agency, will have some- thing that will be source of amusement and instruction all through the year.
 E. T. RUSSELL X co.
 The delicate things that delight the feminine heart can be found in profusion at the millinery and fancy goods store of E. T. Russell & Co. Noticeable among the fancy articles displayed that are es- pecially adapted for the holiday trade is line of sofa pillows, pin cushions, etc. The stock of aprons and handkerchiefs is comprehensive, and good value for money expended is offered. A counter devoted to glove and handkerchief boxes, writing desks, mirrors and other bric-a-bric con- tains many articles appropriate for Christi mas remembrances.
 H. B. BOLIEAU.
 It is always difficult to know what would be appropriate for a Christmas | present. If in doubt, why not look over | the new lot of ladies' and gentlemen's slippers at H. B. Bolieau's? He has a nice lot of ladies' felt and kid slippers, prices ranging from 50 cents to $1. 25 also mems velvet, felt and kid slippers from 50 cents to $1.5O. It will pay you to examine them before buying elsewhere. A pail of arctice, boots, shoes or rubbers are also appropriate. All these can be had at H. B. Bolieau's. "A merry Christ. mas to you all" is the motto at this store A. L. HOWARD.
 Perhaps one of the most attractive stores at this season of the year Is that of A. L. Howard, and the large crowds usually to be seen there indicate that il ] is A. l,,oioc4 Mr uozza..l l.