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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
TRYING TO BE AT EASE.

II the art OF conversation could only
curriculum, what blessing 1t would be
to bashful youths and maidens who feel
absolutely tonguetied, and consequently
miserable beyond words, when they find
themselves in society!
Think OF some remark and make IL
so that IT can be heard, whether you
wish to or not" counselled q
mother to her debutante daughter; mo
matter how simple 1t is. You want to
get used to the sound OF your own voice.
You are clever and well educated. and
general conversation will come to you
easily enough If you can only force your
self TO begin" The mother advised and
the daughter promised. and went out
to the 5 o'clock tea she so much dreaded
well, how did you get on?" asked the
anxious parent on her return home.
II tried my very best" replied the
poor girl, nearly weeping. II thought
and thought and thought of something
to say, and the only thing that occurred
to me was to remark, How good this
butter is!' l said that, as loud as i could.
but l am afraid nobody heard!'
Her mother looked at her hopelessiy.
'Who would ever imagine" she OK
claimed to herself. that Ethel is really
clever, well informed girl? One would
think to hear her that she was an idiot!
And yet | know exactly how she felt"
Does that pretty Miss Schy ever make
an intelligent remark?" quering young
man who had asked for an Introduction
to a beautiful young woman on account
OF her looks II took her out TO walk
on the veranda. and the only thing she
said was, DO YOU think II Is going 20
rain tomorrow? As the sky wac abso-
lutely cloudless and IL was clear. starry
night. think she might have done bet
ter than that"
How many speeches have I prepared
before going to some social function and
never hsu the courage to deliver" sighed
one OF the these afflicted ones. And how
many apt rejoinders have occurred TO me
all TO late when the opportunity OF using
them had passed by! | can always think
of no end OF clever things that
7 ought 20 have said after the occasion
Is over. why could not have been ready
with them at the timer
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
GRANGER CRUSHED.

Mr. Dmngs final determination that he accept
publican Mayor is regretted by member of his
own party by large independent who hoped t
aid his city Mr. Demng would
candidate excellent Mayor OF that there
question be doubt that did his health
would gladly accepted the honor which OF his
fellow citizens desired confer him.
Republicans of Providence that the retire
field of such candidate will in enbar-
hinder their chances of in the coming munich
pal THE News has repeatedly stated the rich in
men high ability and of them will
head the ticket Whoever this stand
will be certain receive the hearty support
every Republican and independent who desire hoi ad
of municipal affairs a sound money basis.
candidate of the Journals
Journals lawyer makes the that he still in the fight
the Democratic mayoraty nomination
Possibly careful reading of his remarks viii convince
unpudced that Mr. Granger doesn't really expect
mayoralty nomination and hoping his present
Office.
He recognizes do all sensible citizens
of his election Mayor should nominated
that in consening become candidate clique
stoyed whatever popularity he file
the Democracy.
He has also discovered that he help from the ude
pendent citizens
City Treasurer largely due These independents gave him
their support under msapprehenon They led believe
that Mr.. Granger held sound money question Now
that he free sere decep-
which they have been the strengthen their
defeat him may be nom
mated.
brief Granger crushed Public sentiment is thorough
1y aroused against him because
weakng the hands political schemers
nounced himself supporter Bryan principles
As mayoray candidate therefore, Mr. Granger not now
possibility"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
HINTS FOR HOUSEWIVES.

To make n pistachio cream layer cake
make and bake I'm four layers the follow
ing mixture: Cream together two cupfuls
of powdered sugar and two tablespoon
fuls of butter. Then add one cupful Of
sweet milk and one-half teaspoonfnl OF
vanilla. Beat thoroughly and add alter
nately and carefully three cupfuls of
-four that is mixed with two teaspoonfuls
of baking powder and the stiffly beaten
whites OF four eggs. For the filling whip
one cupful of sweet cream TO a froth and
fold into 1t one-half cupful OF powdered
sugar and one pound of fresh pistachio
nuts that have been blanched and
chopped fine. Flavor slightly with vanil-
la. Spread thckly between the layers of
the cake and on the top. The latter can
be covered with plain whipped cream and
the finely chopped nuts sprinkled lightly
over 1t.
To make Turkish delight break one
ounce OF sheet gelatlne into pieces and
soak IT in one-half cupful Of cold water
for two hours. Then put one pound of
sugar and one-half cupful of cold water
into granite saucepan over the fire.
and as soon as 1t bois add the gelatine.
Boil the mixture steadily for twenty min
utes. Flavor with the rind and juice OF
one orange and the juice of one lemon.
Wet square tin and turn the candy
into II TO the depth of one-half inch. Stand
i'm a cool place. and when II has je,..ed
cut Il into squares and roll them I'm con-
fectionary sugar. A few chopped nuts
are "A pleasant addition. Rose water can
be used for navoring in place of the
orange.
The following Is an old and tried rule
for making molasses layer cake: Dis
solve one teaspoonful of soda or salera-
tus i'm tablespoonful OF boiling water
and add II TO one-half cupful of molasses.
Then mix with II one cupful of brown
sugar, two tablespoonfuls OF melted but
ter. one and n quarter cupfuls OF boiling
water one-hslf teaspoonful OF cloves, one
teaspoonful of cinnamon and three cup
fuls of -four. Beat ~ until IL IN smooth
and bake I'm layer tins. For the filling
boil together one and quarter cupiuis
OF granulatcd sugar and one-half cupful
of water until IL hairs. Beat the white
OF one egg To a stiff froth and add to II
one-auarter teaspoonful of cream OF tar
tar Pour the syrup slowly over the egg.
beating rapidly all of the time and untl
IL is cold. Add TO a one-half cupful OF
finely chopped rsisins. Spread this be-
tween the layers and on top.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
THINGS TO WEAR.

A striking adjunct of the colfng cos
tune is the golf stock of white pique,
with plaid flannel ends that cross in
the back and tie in an Ascot in front
The Empire gown promises to be the
seasons craze for home and evening
wear A white crepe de chine made In
this fashion is embroidered about the
bottom of the skirt with an artistic
mingling of blue. pink and gold The
low bodice is square and turns over In
bertha OF similarly embroidered crepe
The sleeves" are merely bands OF en-
brodered crepe over the shoulders.
The beret, modelled after the French
students beret, which In its turn was
modelled after tho priests beretta, is
one of the military novelties. and is ex-
tremely becoming to fresh young faces
A new tailor gown has the skirt fast
ened I'm front with interacing of black
silk cord and black satin buttons. The
Jacket has revers, collar and cuffs uf
white stitched cloth, and Is cut in Eton
fashion, ending at the waist line.
A lovely French waist. shown by a
leading shirt waist house this week. Is
of light blue silk tucked all over in the
tiniest possible tucks IL is trimmed
with white embroidered broadcloth ap-
plique, and the under sleeves are Of
white chiffon with wristbands of the
silk. A folded girdle OF silk ties i'm the
back in short sash ends finished with
silver points.
Another charming waist is OF closely
tucked violet silk. cut I'm downward
turning Van Dyke points reaching al
most to the waistline. Under this Van
Dyked upper waist Is an entire blouse
of -Mhite- -Ghantilly- Lace with -eese- freat-
The silk sleeves reach the elbow, and are
finished by lace undersleeves
East Indian silk handkerchiefs are
being utilized by fashionable women as
shirt waists, and arc exceedingly bright
and effective. They are made with mar
row vest and collar of solid color. fire.
quently black, or II may be OF the tint
predominating in the handkerchief.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
MR.. LUDWIG COMING.

Mr. William Ludwig, the great Irish
singer will appear at the Providence OPP
era House. Sunday night. October ~. at
"A sacred concert He will he assisted by
the Einklang Singing societs. Mr.. u.
Saacke. leader. and ST. Michael's choir,
under the direction of Mr. John II.
Mullen, and other eminent artists
IL Is nearly a year since the Providence
music lovers have had an opportunity
to hear MIR. Ludwig and there is little
doubt that the theatre will be crowded
by his host Of admirers.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
THE IDLE" SOLDIERS.
The Gossio.

C"This country has a hundred thousand
soldiers walking around I'm idleness. w
J. Bryan)
Walking around I'm idleness.
Wherever the flags assailed:
Meeting the foe with an idle might
That never yet has failed
Lawton, and Liscum. and Logan, too
Capron-thc list is long
Went 90 their death I'm 'idlcness,"
And their 'idlcncss' was wrohg.
Grant and Sherman and Sheridan
Why should We call tho roll?
They idled away I'm the idle fight--
In fights that tried the soul
walking around I'm idleness"-
Braving the leaden hail:
What OF the glow OF nations pride?
Is that but an idle tale?
Walking around In idlencss."
over the Pekin road.
Scorched and worn by the CALLING sun,
Laughing an idle load.
Fighting with idle energy,
Cheering with idle breath
Thinking. with idle love. OF home.
And dying an Idle death.
Private smith with an idle groan.
GONE to "a home above:
And idle tears mark the idle woe
And an idle mothers love.
Walking around I'm idieness'-
Lawton and ilscum. too.
Lcgions more will come idly when
There arc'id Idle deeds to DO.
Baltimore American.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
SOMETHING ABOUT MUSHROOMS.

A Brooklyn woman has a mushroom
bed which was discovered by accident
four years ago outside a fence surround
ing her property. In II grows the Agari-
Gus Campestris. the commonest variety.
This woman's favorite way OF cooking
mushrooms IL cresming them. She first
boils them I'm little salted water until
they are tender. and then turns over
them cream sauce.
Another method which she often en-
ploys is TO put them into a baking pan.
add little salted water and cover the
nan tightly, allowing the mushrooms TO
steam until they are tender.
For broiling she cuts the stem rather
short and broils them first on one side
and then on the other.
Mushrooms are also excellent roasted
To do this the gils are sprinkled with
salt. and they are laid head down on a
pan and put into n medium oven. There
is no end tn the more elaborate WAYS oP
preparing them for the table. but a gen
uine mushroom lover prefers the simpler
methods.
Mushrooms should he gathered while
they are young and fresh. as they be-
come wormy very early. Tho Agaricus
Campestris abounds on old farms and
pastures. but does not grow I'm the woods
Pun balls also common TO pastures are
delicious when they arc new These often
grow 10 large size. and are sliced and
sautecd i'm butter. They are also good
stewed.
All the clavaria, or coral mushrooms
are edible. These are common I'm dsen
forests. and grow on old logs They an
pear In white, yellow and sort of Law.
ender. These should be looked over care
nilly washed Thoroughly and soaked I'm
salt and water for time
NJ one worm " discovered 10 ~ well To
throw away the whole mushroom. as the
will be pretty snrc 60 have invaded the
| entire head. The coral mushrooms are
| cooked the same as other kinds The
| white clavsfis are preferred hv most noo-
| pie a. the, have a more dainty appear.
| snce than the colored ones.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
Ohat the Oomen Think About
CURIOUS ENGAGEMENT RINGS.

In choosing engagement rings for their
faneees lovera at times discard the con-
ventionai jeweled circlet In favor of the
bizarre, fantastic, and even grewsome.
Not long since, says Tit-Bits. out OF
portion OF a horseshoe that he had found
young man had ring made. which he
gave to the lady of his choice on the day
of their betrothal. The remainder OF the
horseshoe was utilized i'm the manufac-
ture of a brooch and earrings.
Another iron ring, which short while
since was accepted by "a young girl as "A
token of her lovers constancy, was "A
section cut from the barrel OF a pistol
which many years back had played an
unenviable part I'm a family Tragedy.
The scion OF wealthy family, whose
fortunes owed their existence to extcn-
sive tobacco plantations, had a ring made
out OF the fragrant weed. hardened by
some process 90 the consistency almost OF
metal, with which To encircle the finger
OF his inamorata. A single diamond gave
relief to the amulets sombre hue.
Opals. formerly considered so III
omened. are now not infrequently en-
ployed in the setting of engagement
rings. One gentleman. native OF Man
chester. went, indeed, to an almost ex-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

treme length In his reprobation OF super
sutton. the ring which he gave 10 the
lady he has now married being a hoop or
thirteen opals, the former possessor OF
each of which had met with some serious
misfortune. .t.
The engagement ring chosen by a well
known actress had once declxed tho finger
OF an Egyptian mnmmy Disdaining the
everyday gewgaw with It's vulgar CLINT
of gems, she set her fancy upon this
strangely discolored stone. which had
nothing To recommend IL but It's uncon.
ventionality ana age.
wealthy bachelor. whom we will call
Taylor, has lately compromised his third
threatened breach OF promise action by
the payment OF a sum running well into
four hgures. TO each OF the three ladies'
who have I'm turn promised to be his wife
this gentleman has presented an engage
ment ring made OF a peculiar glass. in
the sibylline character OF which the &C.
centric givcr places such faith that It's
fracture presages. in his judgment some
matrimonial disaster. Perhaps the ladies
were careless, hut thrice has the yitreou3
hoop been broken. and thrice has Mr..
Taylor. sooner than venture on mar
rage. paid a handsome sum 10 keep the
affair out of court
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

DEVANEY-In East Providence, 9Th inst,
Edward III. Devaney, aged 81 years.
ESsEXAIn this city. 4th inst, stephen
Essex.
GALLIGAN-In this city. 5th inst, Law
renee Galligan, aged "a years.
JOHNSON-In this city. 5th inst, ,Charlss
s., Jr., son Of Charles S. and Amelia
Johnson. aged 4 years, months and 2
days
LINCOLN-In Edgewood, 4th inst, War
rem T.. Lincoln, aged 50 years.
LEONHARDT-In this city, suddenly, 5th
inst, Joseph T. Leonhardt.
MESSINGER-1n this city. 9Th inst, Lew
is G.. Messenger. aged 50 years
MURRAY-In this city. 5th inst, Patrick
Murray.
MYRICK-Tn Natick, r. T., 5th inst. John
T.. son Of A. D. and Hattie l.. Myrick,
aged 10 years.
PARKER--n Edgewood. 4th inst, Roby
Parker. aged Si years.
sEARs-In this city, 5th inst, Betsey H..
widow of Jeptha B. Sears, aged u
years.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Notification has been given the mine
workers union that the strikers In the
wilkesbarre district to the number OF
nearly 1900, are in need of assistance.
This is very serious and ominous feat
ure OF the conflict between the opera
tors and their employees. Heretofore the
strikers have been orderly and have dis
played q commendable respect for the
law. but hunger lis hard taskmaster and
when IT enters at the door discretion is
likely to vanish through the window.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

As the Boston Herald remarks there Is
little wonder that Gov. Stone of Missouri
has conceded to the Republicans the
state of New hork In the coming cleo
tion. He has spent several weeks In the
wicked metropolis. and all the news
papers there call him Gum Shoe Bill
There's no hope OF redeeming a com
munity that treats a Missouri governor
like that.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
AS THE TwIG Is BENT.

The women's clubs often appear to have
for their ehlaf-aim the performance of
work left undOne by men village im-
prove societies having become OF distinct
Importance I'm many OF the smaller towns
OF the East aud West
The Womcn's club of Floral Park. Long
Island. has organized a Boys Brigade
among the sons of its members. who are
intrusted with actual work I'm the hope
that ~ they srow they may be impressed
With the necessity OF making tile village
beautiful.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Yesterday The News published card
from Newport friends correcting a state
ment 10 the effect that the first Bryan
club in the state was organized by Ward
Democrats. Our Newport friends are
right and IL may be remarked that GER
tain residents OF the Capitol mn section
should remember that Newport is suIl
on the map.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
The President n Slave TO Catarrh

ID. r. Sample. President of Samples In
stalment Company. Washington. Pa.
writes: For years 1 was AFFLICTED with
Chronic Catarrh. Remedies and treat
ment by specialists only gave me tenn
porary relief until I was induced to use
Dr. Agnew's Catarrhal Powder. II gave
almost instant relief and has proved the
ono good thing in my case"
Sold by Handing A. Blandng. "a wey-
bosset Geo. l.. Ciafin, g. 80. Main st.. and
Hall & Lyon.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Mr. Changers statement that he knows
nothing about his withdrawal as a can
didate for mayor is interesting but not
convincing. We respectfully suggest
that if he is really desirous Of informa-
tion on the subject he can consult MIR.
Richard Il. Comstock.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

TX is fortunate for the Hon Carl
schurz that the ducknR stool has been
abolished as punishment for common
scolds. Were the stool stili in working
order Mr.. schurz would be I'm imminent
danger OF getting his clothes saturated.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

II Partner Gardner will take Partner
Comstock into corner and give him \
heart-to-heart talk there may be a chance
that the bumptious Comstock will realize
the folly OF attempting to folst a fiat
money mayor on a sound money commu-
nifty.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

The Democratic city committee isn't
being bossed by it's chairman. Journal
stereotyper Donahue II held meeting
last evening az which the name OF Gran
ger was not even mentioned.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

When the striking antsyaeite coal min
ers decide just what they struck for Il
may be possible to reach an agreement
that will end a struggle which. II pro-
longed, Will cause great suffering TO the
miners, loss 10 the mine operators and
distress 10 thousands in no way connected
with or responsible for the present ue-
plorable situation.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Mr.. Granger says he is ready IN ac-
as Mr.. Granger's name was not men
toned at last evenings session OF the
Democratic city committee. Il Is reason
able 20 infer that the party managers
are not 50 blind politically as the city
treasurer appears 20 be.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Mr.. Bryan Is greatly troubled In his
mind because the Republicans are "evad-
Ing the issues" says the Boston Journal
and then II asks 81 Mr. Bryan viii tell
the nation what he will do. AZ presi-
dent. IN the matter Of paying the coin
bonds, The question has been put to him
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

The cane rush epidemic Is abroad and
like other cities which enjoy the honor OF
having a college within their confines
Providence Will probably experience a
mild attack Of the distemper.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Trustworthy reports from the Third
ward indicate that Alderman McCarthy's
Councilman Sheshan's rapier given a
sharper point
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Speaking 10 the Populist managers re-
Gently Candidate Stevenson said. Your
platform las no m rtain sound" Adlai
is evideftly preparing for that dull sick
ening thud," scheduled for Nov. g.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06
IN THE WORLD OF SOCIETY.

Mr.. John Shepard, Jr., has returned
again 10 his summer home I'm the BerS
shires. there to rejoin his family, VINO
find the glory OF the autumn among the
hills altogether too delightful to exchange
for the hustle and hurry of city life.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Roosevelt, a fact that indicates that the
Democratic campaign managers believe
a pigmy can overcome a giant.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Colorado Democrats appear 10 favor
free silver and free trade while ,bev are
aggressively opposed to free speech.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

good many times; II is an urgent and
pertinent question. but up to date he
has omitted TO answer Il.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

About two decades ago THE YOUNG
MAN WITH MONEY TO BURN Wed
win THE OF OMAN WITH A sof4f
HEAD, in chasing after rainbow,
whose other name was Minnie Whitten.
Minnie and her sister came from bucoiic
town and aspiring TO be "a actress OBJ
tained positions on the boards of the
Theatre Comique. Min" as the boys
and the bald-headed sports used 10 ia
milarly refer To her. sat I'm the circle
during the minstrel overture and. being OF
shapely limb and of sprightly demeanor,
graced the front of the stage when the
Amazons marched or fairies pranced.
She led merry life and at the pace that
kills This morning she was sent TO the
farm for one year for being common
drunkard. Poor Min, There was little
resemblance to the dainty footlight ia
vorite Of other days.
'If il Is true" said taxpayer today,
that Mr.. Granger voted for Palmer and
Bucknef four years ago, as "a gold Demo-
crat, | am curious To know what has
caused this change of heart" l told
him that he might search me-"
During the musical tests I'm one Of the
high schools a day or two ago, two pu-
pills, who are close friends. were being
questioned. The teacher said to one of
them What do you sing?' Soprano
was the answer. The same question was
put TO the other pupil, who said. II sing
what she doesn't, and we sometimes re-
verse"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

The dancing academy Of Mrs S. -.
Sphinx will reopen on the twentieth OF
October, with the most flattering pros
poets for the season. Mrs David s. Baker
will again form her private class for
young people. This will begin on the last
Friday I'm October.
Mrs. Charles Morris Smith will also
form her private class for little tots.
Mrs John H. Nightingales Wednesday
morning private class, which was such a
pleasant feature last winter. will also be
continued as will also the class for young
men and women under the espionage or
Mrs. Walter Peck.
Extensive preparations are now being
made for the marriage OF Miss Helen
Granger to Mr.Allen Chace, which occurs
at high noon on the 18th, at st. Johns
church.
Soon following the wedding the bride
and groom will sail for Europe when an
extended tour covering a period of more
than a year, will be made.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Stetson will give
coming out party for their daughter,
Miss Mary on the 10Th OF November.
Mrs. Watson will be assisted on this
occasion by her daughter, Mrs John ID.
Lewis.
Mrs. Watson and daughter are now on
an ocean steamer on the broad Atlantic
en- route for home.
Mr.and Mrs Frank Martin and daughter
have just returned from the mountains
and opened their residence at 70 Manning
street
Mr.. and Mrs. j. Herbert Foster have
just returned from their summer at New
port
Miss Margaret Dwight daughter of
Mrs. William Ames, has just returned
from an extended stay in Europe.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-10-06

Senator wellington Is going out 10 Nc
braska TO make speeches. IN reply to