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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25
A LENTEN GOSSIP PARTY.
Here Is nm Entertainment for the
Fasting Season.

About the very word gossip there Is to
many ears certain smack of something
interesting OF 1t men are quite as con-
scious as women. and therefore 1t is not
matter of surprise that the invitations
to GOSSIP parties which are now flying
about are being accepted with alaerity. In
fact, for informal affairs during Lent hard
ly any jollier form of amusement could be
devised
The advance preparations for gossip
party arc simple enough. and yet. little
ingenuity is required. After it has teen
ascertained through the invitations that
an equal number OF men and women are to
be present. small amount of arithmetic
comes into play. For as long rs it is de-
sired that the game continue. topics OF
conversation or gossip should be chosen,
always allowing FIVE minutes to each sub
jeet. or planning twelve points to be dis
cussed to the hour. These subjects oil con-
yersation should then be written upon
cards. which all in good time, are handed
around to the guests.
The selections OF the topics should be
witty ard. above all. up-to-date. AS an
instance OF subjects that usually go are.
Brown ewes or blue: historic atmosphere:
any startling Bit of news the town or city
has lately afforded; firtations and salads.
Places then must. of course, be provided
that these respective subjects may be COM
fortably discussed. On a sofa. therefore,
will be attached the number one: chairs In
another COY corner will be labeled two,
and in a similar way as many places are
numbered as there are couples expected.
In the beginning these number are
drawn for. and the girl and man that pull
out one, or two. or three will hunt about
until they find a resting place marked
with the like number. Usually the most
ess acts as mistress OF ceremony. When
all have taken their places she taps a
little bell, and announces that the hrst
subject of conversation on the cards Is to
claim the attention. All then begin, and
for the next five minutes it Is ehatted
about nightly. At the end OF that time
the bell again rings: the men arise from
their seats; bid au revoir to their COM
panions and pass on to the seat next to
theirs in number. Throughout the game
the women always remain seated In the
same places: it is only the men that pro-
gress. With each change OF places the
next subject on the card Is taken up ana
talked about, and so the game IS played
until the entire circuit is made. Every
man has then visited and chatted with
every woman in the room; every woman
has had her share of opportunity.
merry time then follows with the vot-
ing. Slips of paper and pencils are given
out and the women vote for the men that
have possjDed the most brilliantly AID
the men. vote for the women that have
particularly enchanted them. To the sue
cessful ones in this contest prizes are
awarded Tapers. either for sealing way
or with which 20 light cigars. are pretty
to select for the men, or some OF the new
siIyer-mounted shaving strops that seem
now to be in high favor. For the women
n graceful prize is plaster head-sueh as
! that of the laughing girl, etc.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

which was greater at that time than the
business of any other nation. TO 81 .373. 900
in 1899. whereas our purchases from
France actually doubled, making the total
amount OF fur money paid that country
in 1893 over 81 SOC, 900. or half a. million
dollars more than the business with Eng
land-a good record for fashions dictates
in two years German furs are also COM
ing into great popularity our purchases
Jumping from $3.50, 900 in 1897 TO over ST.
123, 600 in 1Ss9-a total very nearly equal
TO that of Great Britain. We also buy
more furs than ever before in Belgium, the
amount having more than doubled in the
two years from 1897 to 1899. although the
total is stlll under half million dollars
Why French and German furs have be-
come SO suddenly popular to the detri-
ment OF English furs the fat book does
not say. but society must have its own
good reasons ana fashion must be followed,
even when it leads away from he Anglo
Saxon.
And then there is the question of gloves.
Are imported gloves growing less popular
than they used 20 be or are our home
made gloves more Stylish or is fashion less
strict as to the wearing of gloves? Ger
tain it is that the American people are
spending much less money abroad on this
article of attire. From 1890 to 1S9I-all
through the hard times-our glove money
wavered between six and nearly eight
millions a year. neyer falling below six
millions except in one year, 1894. and eX-
ceeding seven millions in two years--lS35
and 1896 But when 1898 and good times
came again with more money 10 buy Eae
gloves the amount expended suddenly de-
creased from nearly S7.00O.0eO In 1897 to
only s.. 7S9. 900 in 1s9s-a loss Of over ST.
100000 Last year, 1899. showed a slight
Improvement but the amount was still a
good deal short of $4,000. 900. In passing
IL is Interesting TO note that Germany
keeps its popularity in the supply OF or
binary gloves. but the finest and most
fashinabIe makes come from Paris We
bought last year about S2,90O,o00 worth Of
gloves from Germany.
Society is furnishing its home more elr-
gantly than ever before. The very pcs;
furniture in the world is made right here
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

The wealthy Briton is confessedly the
most fastidious man living rs to the quail
ity of his personal domestic service. The
concentrated energy with which an Eng
lishman will rebuke his servant for an Of
fence so slight that the average American
fails to observe it, bears out the above
statement and it is this social condition
that has developed the hyper-aristocratic
intelligence office in London. Those who
propose changing servants are not con-
tent with references and a perfunctory
interview with the man or maid under
consideration, but insist upon full-dress
rehearsal of both manners and appear
ance.
The servant in livery is rut through all
his PAGES. and must display the size Of his
calves, the haughtness OF his pose. as
well as breeding in handling card. an
nouHcing q guest. or serving at the table.
Nothing Is taken for granted. The master
and the mistress sit by and discuss tie
points of groom or butler as they would
those OF a high-preed horse or valuable
dog. Domestics are taken with great Sc
robustness by the upper class Eaglshmen.
and for that reason nothing is left to luck
in peOpling the servants hall.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

1t was something OF a surprise recently
to see a young matron draw from her coat
corsage a gold key with which she pro-
ceeded TO open her own door. says writer
in the New York Evening Post" The
key was attached to a slender gold chain
worn about her neck, and the slightly pro-
truding gold handle had been. up to the
moment OF its use, taken by her friend for
that of a iorgnette. In the tip Of the han
die was set topaz, altogether dainty
manifestation of that ptosaic article,
Iatchkey.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

For everyday use. and there is nothing
which can be used so adyantageously every
day, one should buy the best bristle hair
brushes with plain backs. These brushes
cost s. apiece. and Will last for years with
good care.
To keep brush in good eotdition It
should be washed once week. FIJI
basin with LUX warm water and drop IN
a tablespoonful of ammonia. Allow the
brush To soak for an hour or two.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

before. Mahogany is yearly growing more
expensive. but it must be had at any
price. Then there is the matter OF the
Ti'tIe gimeracks OF cabinet ware and fur
riJure such as the Germans and Swiss de-
li,It in turning out. In 1899 we imported
over 1915 600 worth of articles of this kind
against less than S265, 900 worth in 1897.
showing how we are becoming more luXu-
rinus in another way.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

The new shoulder scarf. which is made
of tle same material as the gown. and
edged around with a friiI OF lace or Of the
goods, is exceedingly graceful. and gives
Persian touch to toilet. 1t is worn low
over the shoulder and fastened at the
waist with fancy buckle.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

in the United Sstes, antiques, heirlooms,
and all, but the importation OF mahogany,
used in the manufacture of the finest fur
niture. will show the tendency. In 1881
the United States bought over 1891 600
worth of mahogany. In 1885 this sum in
creased to almost 100000, and in 1893
there was 80 per cent increase. the total
amount expended being little less tran
81 ,254, 000-or double what it was two years
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-02-25

single one Of the habits made him prom
Use to break 1t was a terrible shock. and
broke the engagement right away. Tn re
was no longer anything in it to rl.ks It in
teresting' Chicago Post.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

scheenshas theSbest display window
ever shown in the village. While the
display itself, is artistic, the electric
display is novel and attractive. In the
window are numerous lights of differ
ent colors and attached to them Isl 4
motor which controls set Of switches.
Thus every few seconds the lights
change the color combinations and the
attention Of the passerby is arrested.
lElectricia6 Willard did 9 splendid job
in carrying out Mr. tScheen's idea.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

fhefirst drill Of the U. r. occurred
last week and the boys are preparing
tor y fittingly observe the deparyure Of
the Nineteenth century. The annual
ball takes place New Years eve.
Galichio's orchestra has been secured
and will consist Of five pieces VIOLIN
clarinet, cornet, trombone and harp.
There will be new features this year
and those who are fortunate enough to
receive invitations should not fail to
attend. ##.. . Z y.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

James LePage, who lives on the old
Chadbourne farm, received word last
week of the horrible death Of his little
8-year old neice at Mad Brook, Wis.
The little girl was travelling, along a
road in the woods when q huge pan
ther sprang upon her and tore her
limb from limb. The neighborhood
was arousedaandsa panther hunt organ
lied which resulted in killing the ami
NAL. It measured nine feet from tip
to tip. ~ ~ IL. -.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

little Carl Bender fell from his
fathers hayrack last Saturday in this
village and one of the wagon wheels
passed over his legs. One leg received
two fractures just above the ankle
joint. The little fellow was taken to
the residence of Mrs. Roos, where he
will be forced to remain until the bones
heal. s- >.>..l s@.>.. il r
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13
HOW's This?

a We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for
any case Of Catarrr9that cannot be cured by
Halls Catarrh Cure @e
r J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned have knowunF. j.
Cheney for the last is years, and believe him
perfectly honorable in all business transactions
and financially able to carry out any Obliga-
tiOns made by their firm 1, .5sls 5s..J. -5s &s<T.s
WEST g. TRUAx. Wholesale Druggists. Toledo,
o. WALDING, KINNAN g. MARVIN, Wholesale
Druggists, Toledo o. Fst55 zst sl@st
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, act
ing directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces Of the system. Testimonials sent free.
Price 75c. per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

William Heldt was arrested last
week on complaint of James Chisholm
who charged him with breach Ct the
peace. There was an old dispute as to
wages back of the affair and when
Heldt made threats Chisholm applied
for q warrant Tie testimony was
heard, at thenlose ofswhich Heldt was
put under $500 bonds to keep thegpeace,
which he has secured, and is again at
liberty. ssAa
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The night trains have. at last been
taken off this branch and those who
have hitherto enjoyed the theaters
after days business in the cities will
be obliged to forego that pleasure.
The ''Bee Line'' people are congratu-
lating each other over this turn of
affairs.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The press of%&advertisipg matter
crowds out the serial which was to be
begun in thfs issue AS Soon as as the
Christmas rush is over. We. will Begin
the pu blication Of s'Ar1rahs and The
Women" The UNION apologies to
its readers but the omission was una
vOidable. M 81 H
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

There is talk of an electric line from
ST. Francis to some point on the East
ern Minnesota, a company for the pur-
pose Of operating such a road having
been Incorporated this week. The ex-
pertinent will be watched with interest
by many country towns. { =
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The Hub Shoe and Clothing House
has just received new line of Christ
mas neckwear and mufflers, all the
newest and latest effects. These goods
are put up one in a box and would
make sensible Christmas gift.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The Oddfellows conferred FIVE de-
grees at their regular meeting last Fri.
day and will work again tomorrow
evening. A special meeting will also
be held next Monday evening i to, dis
cuss plans for erecting, the proposed
new building next spring. S;I4 Il.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

George E. Mcclure and Anna l.. AL
dridge, OF Milaca, were married at the
N. r.. parsonage in this village Tues
day, Rev. George Satterlee performing
the ceremony. Both are popular
young people and a large circle of
friends rejoice at their happiness Z
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The roster of the local tent of Mac
cabees was increased last week by the
addition of thirteen new members.
Saturday evening the Maccabees and
their ladies celebrated their removal
to their new lodge home by pleasant
social. .H - ts-->!-, l.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The Washington authorities have
called off the recent sale of pine on The
White Earth reservation. No cause
has yet been given for this proceeding
and the lumbermen who invested are
wondering where they are at.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The cold wave struck Princeton Sat-
urday and the thermometer fell twenty
degrees in less than three hours. The
lumbermen's prayers have evidently
been answered.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Moses Tibbetts left last Monday for
Brownsville, Me-, to spend the winter
and some of his friends intimate that
there are other attractions than the
climate
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Remember that Nelson's photo studio
at Princeton is open every Saturday,
rain or shine. Pictures taken in cloudy
weather ''by a new method'' just the
same as a bright day. If
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The joint installation of Fraternal
lodge No. 90, A. F. & A. NJ, and Ked-
ron Chapter, o. E. S., will occur on
Wednesday evening, Dec. 26.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

F. L. Ludden, who is confined to his
house on account of injuries received
ina smash-up last week, is improving
and will probably be down town little
next week. He has been suffering
from brain concussion.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

No new cases of diphtheria have been
reported for the past fortnight and
people have begun to hope that the
change of the weather has had the de-
sired effect.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

DR.. F. L. Small, resident dentist, re-
moved to Offices in Galley building, over
Anderson & Herdliska's new store.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Il AL officers and members Of Prince
ton Tent No. u, <, G, T. NJ, are re
quested to be present at the regular
review Thursday evening, Dec. l3,sfor
the purpose OF electing officers for the
coming year. s.s.
N. NJ NELsoN,
4 #.s$ 81 Record Keeper.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

H. E. Cravens, for several years EN-.
ployed on the UNION, left last week
for Floodwood, where he is now hash.
ing "doughgods'' for a crew in his
father-in-law's mill.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Remember the Dorcas ladies' supper
and sale at the G.. A. r. hall to-mor-
row (Friday) evening.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Mrs. Henry McCue fell while at
work in the Maccabees' hall last Sat-
urday and suffered a sprained wrist
and a fracture of the left forearm.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The proceedings of the board of
county commissioners will be found on
another page of this issue.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The entertainment given by G.. T.
Johnson at the NJ. E. church last Sat-
urday evening was very enjoyable
affair and Mr.. johnson received many
compliments at the close. "t
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

A. P. Harmon was taken with pneu-
monia last week and for several DAYS
was in a precarious condition. Heis
somewhat improved this week.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Several of the daring youngsters
have found holes in the ice during the
past week, but so far no fatalities have
occurred.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The freight agents of foreign rail-
roads are paying particular attention
to Princeton shipments this season and
it is cold day when the village has
none of them Sin it's midst.'
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

DR.. Forbes called on the UNION
force last Monday while in the village
attending to his duties as presiding
elder Of the Duluth district.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Richard Chapman, who is to serve as
deputy for his cousin, E. M. Chapman
is familiarizing himself with duties ir
the register of deeds Office prior to the
change Jan. /.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Mrs. Charles Dusell, of Foreston, has
been the guest of her sister, Mrs. Guy
Ewing, during the past week.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The old jerkwater seldom pulls out
on it's southern trip on time, owing to
the work in the yard here at this sea-
son of the year. "a! Il !:
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Ii your lodge has held an election
and the list of officers has not been
published in the UNION tell US about
it. The UNION force are s'jiners," but
they can't keep track Of all the socie-
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

At the probate Office yesterday morn
ing Elder Van Alstein officiated at che
marriage of Levin Jernbom and Elm
Lundgren, both residents OF Borgholm,
this>,county. ~ !:
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Butter and eggs wanted at F. l..
Ludden's.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

WANTED-A girl for general house,
work. Apply to Mrs. E. M. Farnham.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Mr.. and Mrs. J. J. Skahen spent
yesterday in ohe Twin Cities.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13
Hides and Furs,

Now is the time to bring in all kinds
Of hides, pelts, furs, etc, if you want
TO get the highest market price for
them at M. G. Sausser's store. y
S. CHICAGO HIDE & FUR co. 81
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Be sure and look over Scheen's stock
OF candies and nuts before you buy.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Those penny photographs which the
patrons of the travelling photographer
thought were never coming, arrived
this morning. A rush of orders is said
to be the cause Of the delay.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Well, the freeze-up came and we're
ready for snow.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Hundreds of beautiful Christmas
gifts at the Hub Shoe and Clothing
House,
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

There is considerable talk of asking
the Great Northern to make the old
jerkwater daily train since the night
trains were changed. This would be a
great accommodation to the travelling
public, many of whom desire to return
to the cities after spending the day in
Princeton.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

DR.. Small has his dental parlors fitted
in the latest style. Among the modern
conveniences are water and light con-
nections with the village plant.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Matthew Trickey and Mary Brissett,
OF Foreston, we're married last week at
Milaca, by Rev. D. P. Olin.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

All kinds Of candies and nuts for
Christmas trees at Scheen's.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Dan @. Mirick and Clara Drescher,
two we'll known Princeton young peo-
pie, were married yesterday by Rev.
George Satterlee. Their many friends
extend their hearty CONGRATULATIONS.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

There will be nothing nicer for a
Christmas present than fancy bonbon
box filed with Scheen's creams.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The G. A. r. entertainment was not
very largely patronized, but the Post
came out whole with a dollar or two
to snare
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

E. L. Douglas will open his temper
.ance billiard room in the Roos build
ing tomorrow. He is already to-day,
but some of his goods have not arrived.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

: Your attention is called to the timely
ad of N. E. Jesmer & Son on the eighth
page of this issue, It takes a page to
tell the, people about their great bar
gains.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

OfInterest =.
y from
various sources.

George l. Staples Is the only person who is
authorized to collect money due this office. In
every case the party paying money is entitled
to and should insist upon receiving a printed
receipt. re. DUNN, Publisher.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Lee Cramb and Fannie E. Moore,
both we'll known young people of Mil
aca, were married last week.. The
UNION joins with their many friends
in wishing them long, happy and
prosperous married life. !:
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Rev. George Satterlee and wife
drove to Monticello yesterday after
noon to visit Rev. VanFossen.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Silk suspenders put up one ina box
for Christmas gifts, at the Hub Shoe
and Clothing House.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13
Notice to-Stockhold,ers.

y Theasannual meeting of the stock
holders of the State Bank of,Princeton
will be held January . s, 1901, at 4
o'clock r. NJ. at the bank building in
this village. a, ... ..ss 4. @rs
ID .z,.. C. A. EATON, Cashier.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The annual election of officers of
Princeton Council No. %, Modern
Samaritans, will be held this evening.
Every member is requested to be pres
ent. +, . :
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13
Bring the children to see AUNT
Dinah at the Dorcas sale.

E. Gustafson has returned toMiile
Lacs county to make his homo with us.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

A. 81. Sleeves left for Mile Lacs
lake this morning where he goes to
visit his daughter Edna, who is teach.
ing in the Rodgers school. J.; -
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Hamilton, the Minneapolis man who
is accused of the murder of Leonard
Day, was indicted this week, charged
with murder in the first degree.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13
PRINCETON HARDWARE Co.

s. s#gi-a.-', Born. .-.'
To the wife of Frank Guyette, Dec.
6, son. d ~ -: .'ist5sF; ~, ; 4.
To the wife 81, William Kaliher, Dec
=, a daughter. IL, ]. = .2#,>s:L%%e = T.. il.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

A. Mark received a telegram Tues
day announcing the serious illness of
his father.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The municipal authorities finally re:
fuse to allow the exhibition of the
Wise sisters in Minneapolis dime
museum. but they did not act until
public sentiment forced them to. ::
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

1t will pay you to read the ad of the
Oak Hall Shoe and Clothing company
on the fourth page. -es.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Mr.. and Mrs. H. B. Jesmer very
pleasantly entertained the drill corps
of Mile Lacs Company No. 8, U. r. K.
P, last Thursday evening"
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

/ The only complete line of toys in
Princeton this year will be found at
Scheen's.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

At the first quarterly conference of
the M. E. church all the reports
showed healthy condition and an in
crease along all lines. E. A., Ross
was elected choir leader at the same
meetinp. .-..;
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

The card party held at the Oddfel-
lows hall last evening was very en-
jOyable event.
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

Mile Laos county's taxable valuation
has increased over 1925, 900 ii the; past
year. - 49, -
The Princeton union., 1900-12-13

c. D. Rutherford, a cousin of M. S.
Rutherford lately of Ohio, was in the
village Thursday on his way to Flood
wood, where he will engage in the real
estate business.