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The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
A Dozen Conundrunks.

1. Why do you go to bed? Because
the bed will not come to yous q When
Is ship like book? Whenait is out
ward bound. 8. Why has an ocean
voyage no terrors for physicians? Be-
cause they are accustomed to see sick
ness. 4. Why is a popular novel like
autumn? Because its leaves IRE quick
ly turned and always read h(red). s.
Why should thirsty man always carry
a watch? Because there's spring in
side Of it. 6. Who are the most ex-
acting of all landlords? Why, child
rem; because they never fail to make
their father and mother parents. Z.
What is it that no one wishes to have,
yet when he has it, he would be very
sorry to lose? A bald head. s. What
conundrums are always at home?
Those that are never found out. 8.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
Fer the Home.

One who had been listener while a
bright girl announced most ambitious
aspirations and purposes for her own
life. answered gently, you may be right,
dear child, but do not forget that the
singing birds build low"
If your eyes are fixed only upon the
wide world and its work; if your flight
is ever above the rooftrees, if your nests
are to be made up in the tree tops
among the wind-rocked boughs, the
home nest cannot fail to suffer bitter
loss. And apart from the loss to those
who remain, the daughter who goes out
often finds too late that the low nest
was safest and best. There are colder
Winds on the mountain crags and in
the tops OF the swaying trees, and it is
|oftener the birds Of prey that build
their nests on high.
4 After III thinking and talking Of pro-
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

anyone who has not the time to make
the very pretty covers therein described,
would like to say that have used heavy
cartridge paper for the same purpose,
with very satisfactory results.
Cut it little larger than the book and
and fold it over the back, being careful
| not to draw it too tight.
Take half a dozen long needlefuls of
| coarse embroidery silk of different
shades and thread them all together in
tape needle. They will make a thick
cord. Put slender awl through book
and cover, about four inches from top
Of book and one-fourth inch from back
edge; if you have the stitches too near
the edge it will not look well and may
tear out. Holding the book tight, that
the cover may not slip, take out the awl
and in the hole thus made put your first
stitch. Make holth in the middle of
back and two inches from bottom, and
sew through them and then go back in
the same way. Tie the ends in hard
knot, leaving ends about an inch long
in cutting, or tie in a long-looped bow
knot if preferred. Trim the edges of
the cover and letter the back
Christmas and Easter booklets are
sometimes tied in this way. Baby rib
bon or silk cord may be used instead Of
the silk, but as matter of economy use
odds and ends of silk from embroidery
work, and olso because the silk does not
easily tear out have used it in prefer
ence to either. These covers last long
time and may be renewed in few min
utes if they become defacd by any acct
dent
For the benefit of writer's. I will add
that I make the books in which l record
my MS. in this way and my address
book. They are more dainty and orna-
mental on my desk Gf less business
like) and can be easily removed in case
of those accidents that will happen on
the best regulated desks.
Helen A. Morton.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
The Valentine Rose,

The Valentine Rose.
By Beatrice Hanscom.
ooh, ho!" cried Dan Cupid, what's this
that l see?
Where notes come with roses it's plain
they want me!'
And he peeped over her shoulder, the
impudent elf!
To spy out few lines of the billet him.
SELF
''Dear Phyllis" it ran, would that I
could disclose
My heart to your eyes, as does this
happy rose.
"But grant that it's fragrance may
breathe forth some part
Of the love that l bear you, oh, heart of
my heart!"
And she, as she toyed with the flowers
dropped her eyes,
Saying softly, 1.-The foolish boy-such
surprised"
But Cupid AYERS, and we know that he
knows,
That his heart caught her heart in the
heart of the rose:
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

alntS Dy May MantOn.
Beautiful biscuit albatross is here ef-
fectively combined with heavy cream
lace over satin Of the same shade, a
decoration of black and white Tom
Thumb fringe heading the bias folds
that comprise the trimming.
The body is made over a fitted lining.
which closes in the center back.
The fronts are arranged in two for
ward turning plaits at either side of the
vest, to the top of which is applied a
pointed yoke of lace over satin, and
bands Of albotross, edged with narrow
fringe. The same effect is carried out
in the back, and wide epaulettes of
white satin, covered with heavy lace,
stand out stylishly over the shoulders.
The correct two-piece sleeve is shaped
with point over the hand and trimmed
with cloth bands at the shoulder and
wrist.
The fashionable three-piece skirt fits
smoothly across the front and over the
hips to the center back, where the full
ness is arranged in two underlying
plaits. This fullness may, however, be
gathered in small space, if so pre-
ferred.
The lower skirt is trimmed with two
bands of cloth, edged with fringe, the
pointed ends crossing at the center
front
This costume may be attractively de-
veloped in cashmere, poplin, venetian or
soft serge, with trimmings of silk, vel
vet, gimp, narrow ribbon or insertion.
The epaulettes may be omitted, pro-
ducing palmer dress for general use,
as illustrated. Or they may be of the
dress material trimmed with ribbon vel
vet or braid.
To make this costume for girl eight
years of age will require two and one
half yards of material A inches wide.
The pattern, No. 1905, is cut in sizes for
girls six, seven, eight, ten and twelve
years of age.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
Appearance Against Him.

4AppeNAAhCSC against Hl"s
An excursion steamer was taking a
pleasure party down the harbor of one
of the large Eastern cities.
The boat was crowded from cabin tc
rail. People chatted and ate peanuts
until, suddenly the steamer began tC
rock. The motion increased, and pres
emily one or two women looked fright
ened. Soon the vessel careened violent
( ly, and then a panic began. Men and
women fastened on life preservers with
I frantic haste.
cool and collected.
There's not the slightest danger,
said he, she'll steady down in just a
minute"
Several men took their cue from the
captain and went about quieting the
people. Our friend felt that he was in
public. He must appear self-possessed
Seeing a woman in front of him. one of
the few without a life preserver, he
rushed UP to her. Madam" he cried
"be calm; there's no danger whatever!
the boat will steady down in just a mo-
ment."
The woman looked him over from
head to foot.
IF you feel so sure about is" she re-
piled, ''you might as well give me one
of those life preservers you've tied
yourself up in so carefully"
The man looked down. He had fast
ened two life preservers about his chest
and waist, while his right hand gripped
the third.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
The Home.
e~Xae -. ,>~u=
Woman's Department.
=, " eWsW r.

some Good Things for Thinking Pee
The February Coming Age contains
an unusually attractive and diversified
table Of contents. Among the literary
and philosophical papers of real value
are the following: 1.-THE Educational
and Therapeutic Value Of Hypnotism," a
conversation with r. OsgoOd Mason, A.
M, M. D., accompanied by full-page
portrait and editorial sketch of the
author; Shakespeare and the Develop
(ment OF General Culture" by the Rev.
H. C. Meserve; 1.-THE Ideal Philosophy
of Leibnitz,' by Prof. E. M. Chesley,
A. NJ This is probably the most mas
terly and lucid exposition of this subject
which has yet been made in the compO-
sition of magazine essay. Personal
Atmosphere, by Annie Pillsbury
Young. is an exceedingly thoughtful
contribution and will appeal to all per-
sons interested in telepathy and the
subtle influences which are coming to
NC luOIC ulOIC IcCOSulLCu CA-
virOning and emanating from each life.
1.-The Poems of Emerson are discussed
by the scholarly president of the Bos-
ton Emerson society. Mr.. Charles NAL
10y. Mr. Leigh II. Irvine contributes
very interesting comparative criticism
on Poe and Emerson" Another very
interesting feature of this number is
from the pen of Alma Calder Johnston,
and is entitled Happy Hours in Mirth-
less Childhood" These are but few
of the many good things in the Febru
airy number of this sterling and justly
popular review of serious thought.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
Hints by May MantOn.

1905.
Hints by May Manton.
The recent introduction of compare
lively plain waists has brought forth
innumerable dainty ideas for collars
neck trimming and fancy yokes to
please women who aim to be extremely
fashionable and yet insist on beautiful
garnitures for their corsages The
drop yokes are one of the most effective
methods of ornamentation. AS illus
trated, the waist of shrimp pink satin
taffeta is trimmed with yoke of heavy
cream lace, outlined with exquisite jew
eled passementerie.
The waist is mounted on a glove-fit-
ted lining, which closes in the center
front. The material is adjusted with
shoulder and underarm seams 1t is
plain across the shoulders, the slight
fullness in the center back being ar
ranged in tiny plaits. The front blouses
but little, crossing to the left side from
the lowe redge of the yoke to the belt
The correct two-piece sleeve is made
without fulness at the shoulder, passe-
menterie being applied in cuff effect at
the lower edge, which is scalloped.
The yoke drops over the shoulder
and upper sleeve, producing plain,
long-shouldered effect particularly be-
coming to women with good figures.
This yoke may be made of allover
embroidery chiffon applique or inserted
tucking, and the lower edge finished
ruffle of chiffon or mousseline de sole.
To make this waist in the medium
size will require one yard Of material
A inches wide, and one yard of allover
embroidery ~ inches wide. The pat
tern, No. 1895, is cut in sizes for a 80,
"a, SO, 50 and 4O-inch bust measure.
Readers of the Representative may obtain
this pattern by clipping the above illus
tration Uncluding the pattern number be-
low it), and forwarding it, accompanied by
10 cents, to The Representative, Boston
Block, Minneapolis, MINI.
The patterns will be ordered by mail
from New York city, and purchasers should
make due allowance for the time required
for transit by mail to and from New York
before making complaint Of non-receipt Of
patterns.
In ordering please observe the following
directions:
l. Give your name and address in full
2. State clearly the size desired. For
waist patterns give bust measurement; for
skirt patterns give waist measurement; for
children's patterns give age.
3. When two numbers are given 20 cents
must be enclosed If both patterns are de-
sired.
4. Do not send money loose in the envel-
ope. Send the coin properly wrapped In
paper. o. eend postage stamps.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

What insect does tall father repre-
sent? a daddy-long-legs. 10. When .
lady faints, what figure should you
bring her! You should bring her to.
II. Why Is : pig in the parlor like !
house on fire? Because the sooner it Is
put out the better.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
My Valentine.

BY Thomas H. Wilson.
My lady, with an old-time grace,
Sends me valentine today,
A miniature of her dear face
With eyes SO true and wondrous gray
All, lady mine, the world grows old,
And men hearts steel with care and
strife,
And in the race for fame and gold
There's little time for love of life.
And yet, ambitions but a name,
And gold, it's but a misers sign,
envy no man wealth or fame
While you are my true valentine.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

"But yours is such a narrow life
said the summer boarder.
"Oh, dunno!" said the farmer. Its
spread out over 800 acres
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
Covers for Books.

l read with much interest the clever
article in the September number entitled
"A Book Scheme" and for the benefit of
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

Too Bad.
0 poor Mr.. Postman, you never will know
What fine things you're carrying there!
What dear little doves, just as white as the
snow,
What roses, 80 blushng and fair,
What nice little Cupids, so smiling and fat,
What sweet little verses, all rhyming so
pat.
Q poor Mr.. Postman, I'm sorry for you!
Tis very hard lot, l must say,
Tc carry such lovely things hidden from
view,
Nor get one peep inside them all day;
And when merry St. Valentines ended and
done,
To have given them all away, every one!
E H. Thomas
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

5 booklets of songs and prose for 8
dimes. Address. M. Baker, Labor Tenn
pie, Minneapolis, MINI.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
II you love me
AS l love you,
No nife can cut
Our love In two.

The pleasantest thing about it all was
that each little girl thought her own
valentine was the prettiest and was
perfectly satisfied. The next day, when
the roads were broken out out, the three
little girls went to school and distribut-
ed the valentines which they had made,
and received a number themselves, but
none, they thought, as pretty as those
which they had found under their plates
at the breakfast table-Youths' Com
panion. ers a.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

path and had actually worn out her mis-
cradle life in the vain attempt.
This story, though lacking in origin
ality and otherwise deficient, illustrates
however, condition which is only too
easily acquired, namely that of getting
into an old rut.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15

Isaac-Which do you think is the
luckiest day of the week on which to
be born?
jacob don't know; I've only tried
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1900-02-15
DEAD SHoTl

The quickest and surest cure for
catarrh, hay fever, colds, burns dys-
pepsia and piles is Dead Shot Ca
tarrh Cure. It is natures remedy,
Florida pines and Colorado ozone
combined. Never fails. Box $50.
Dead Shot Remedy Co, e3a Boston Block
Minneapolis, MINI.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21
Buy rugs for Xmas gifts. Blu,
them at Hirschmans.

Buy rugs for Xmas gifts. Buy
them at Hrscbmans.
HOLIDAY goods, china ware, toys,
etc. at the Cash Mercantile Com
pany's.
BEAUTIFUL garments by the dozen
are being sacrificed at the Novelty
Store to close out stock by Jan. LIST.
WE are ready for Christmas are
you? All kinds Of useful holiday
gifts. Hirschmans.
j. C. MeYicker the Druggist is
selling some beautiful china
plates very low.
ELEGANT line of shirts, collars,
cuffs, handkerchiefs and suspenders
for holiday buyers at Hirsehmans.
SEE st. Glars special offer on
Bread.
SEWING machines, latest improve
ment on up to date machines. On
easy payments If you want them at
The Novelty Store.
Why pay % cents for a mantle for
your gas light when you can get as
good a one for 10 cts. at the Cash
Mercantile Co.'S?
OLD Santa Claus has left large
line OF Xmas Goods at the Novelty
Co.'S store for your inspection.
CLEANING, dying, repairing and
pressing in the best manner. Kid
gloves cleaned and dyed Charges
very moderate. Geo. w. Weible, 424
Front street.
SEE our window display of holiday
slippers. We have manv other styles.
Hirschmans.
You know what it means to have
underwear that does not scratch.
You can get that kind at the Nov
city Store.
HOLIDAY neckwear and gloves at
Hirschmans.
You will have to come quickly if
you get one of those beautiful ladies
or Misses jackets the Novelty Co.,
are closing out so cheap.
IT is right convenient to know
where you can get fresh country but
ter, oysters and dressed turkeys on
moments notice. Viewers gro
Gerry will supply you.
UMBRELLAS suitable for holiday
presents at Hirschmans.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

1t will be setting bad precedent
for Congress to make the retired list
of the navy haven tor Congressman
who have drunk themselves crazy.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Stealing from man for his own
good may sound somewhat ironical,
but we have the word of Minister
Conger that the footing in China by
the foreign troops, which Gen Chat
fee had the nerve and the honor to
protest against, has had a beneficial
effect upon the Chinese.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

The Quay fight among tue Repab-
licans in the Pennsylvania legislature
will doubtless carry prosperity 70
some individuals.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Boss Hanna IS beginning to fear
that the question to sabsidize or
not to substitute is going to be de
cided in the negative.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21
BRETH, TOO, A VICTIM?
His Name Associated With
Booz's In Inquiry.
CHARGES AS TO BRETH DENIED.

Mills said lie Was Not Hurt There.
Rev. Father o'Keofe said Breth Never
Complained to Him eongresnan Phil
lips Denied Statement of Booz's Father.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Oh, yes, Constant Reader Great
Britain feared to guarantee the neu-
trality of the canal against all other
nations. The trouble is to find some
body to guarantee the neutrality o.
Great Britain. In default OF any
one else, Uncle Sam prefers 20 pu
dertake that task himself
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

While the House voted down the
canteen, it wishes to be distinctly
understood that it has no desire that
liquor reform should begin at home;
that is, in the House restaurant
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Mr.. Mckinley has been notified
that number Of Congressman are
expecting Santa Claus to put few
army commissions ia their stockings.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Secretary Hay is inclined to be
afraid Of that canal treaty since the
Senate substituted American for the
British clothing it wore whom it lett
Mr.. Hays hands.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Possibly the Beers were only try
ing to spoil the English enjoyment
of Christmas
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Here's luck to The Commoner,
Hon. William Jennings Bryan's new
paper, may it bring him what every
good editor deserYes-prosperity
and happiness-and what SO few Of
them get
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

The Senate seems to realize, in
dealing with the Hay-Panncefote
treaty, that craftsmanship has no
higher duty than to protect the in
terests of its own country.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

Humph. New it is England that
is blocking setsIemeut Of the Chi
nese troubles.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

EVERY Man or Woman who wants
to treat themselves or some ifieuG to
a nice Xmas gilt viii do well to eN-
anime the Beautiful Diamonds, La
dies and Gents GOLD watches, silver
ware, silver novelties and a nalnier
OF other pretty and useful things too
tedious to mention at
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21
ENGLISH AND FRENCH CAPITALISTS
AFTER
COAL LANDS

| have clients in Europe who will buy blocks of
10000 to 5000 of good coal and timber lands
Parties owning or holding options property of
this kind well located on line of Railroad please
write. Give full particulars, reports, analysis,
sketch or map, price, ETC., in your first ester
c. r. BUCKHEIT,
Oil, Gas and Coal,
1927 Park Building,
12-13-Im-eod. Pittsburg Pa
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1900-12-21

THE Regents Of the University will
held a meeting ia Parkersburg on
next Monday, There was a meeting
in Parkersburg once before.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1900-12-28
Millions Given AWAY,

1t is certainly gratifying to the public
to know Of one concern which is no,
afraid to be generous. The proprietors
OF DIR Kings New Discovery for con
sumption, coughs and colds, have given
away over ten million trial bottles and
have the satisfaction of knowing it has
cured thousands of hopeless cases.
Asthma, bronchitis, la grippe and all
throat, chest and lung diseases are
surely cured byit. Call on Kiesau Drug
Co., and get a free trial bottle. Regu.
lar size SOC and $l.0O. Every bottle
guaranteed.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1900-12-28
A WOman's Awful Peril

"There is only chance to save youl
life and that is through an operation
We're the startling words heard by Mrs,
1. B. Hunt of Lime Ridge, Wis, from
her doctor after he had vainly tried tc
cure her of a frightful case of stomach
trouble and yellow :jaundice. Gall
stones had formed and she constantly
grew worse. Then she began to use
Electric Bitters which wholly cured her.
It's a wonderful stomach, liver and kid.
ney remedy. Cures dyspepsia, loss of
appetite. Try it. Only 80 cents.
Guaranteed. For sale by the Kiesau
Drug Co.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1900-12-28
WEST POINT HAZING.
Brother Of Hoo, Tesiines Before MIIitar,
Court of Inquiry.

''"'""r % U boog Testites Before Military
Court OF Inquiry.
West Point, N. Y, Dec. 2S.-There
was an unusually large attendance OF
spectators Mt the military court Of In.
quiry yesterday. Horace c. Booz, a
civil engineer OF B%uffalo, and =. O.
Phillips OF East Cleveland were the
chief witnesses. The formers testi.
mony was principally a REPUTATION of
the statements made about his brother,
former Cadet Oscar l.. Booz of Bristol.
Pa, who died recently. Several of
the cadet witnesses during the prog
ress Of the investigation accused Booz
or having shown cowardice in his
night with Cadet Keller In August.
1898, n they also accused him of un-
truthfulness.
One of II witnesses ut the morning
session Informed the court that he
had seen Cadet Breth SO far OK
hausted form severe exercising that
stlmuiants had to be given him in his
tent I'm 1897.
In the afternoon two other cadets
or Breth's class said they had seen
MIN IN n nervous condition, his body.
arms II legs twitching after he had
been hazed. but one Of them said he
Breth was pretending pros.
t%ration.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1900-12-28
Does it Pay to Buy CheapY

A cheap remedy for coughs and colds
is all right, but you want something
that will relieve and cure the more
severe and dangerous results of throat
and lung troubles. What shall yon do:
Go to a warmer and more regular eli.
mate? Yes, if possible if not possible
for you, then in either case take the
only remedy that has been introduced in
all civilized countries with success in
severe throat and lung. troubles,
"Boschee's German Syrup" 1t not
only heals and stimulates,th the tissues to
destroy the germ:disease, but allays in.
fammation, causes easy expectoration,
gives a good nights rest and cures the
patient. Fry one bottle. Recommended
many years by all druggists in the world.
Get Green's Prize Almanac. Kiesau
Drug Co.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1900-12-28
Tartured a Witnass

Intense suffering was endured by wit.
ness T. l.. Martin, of Dixie, KY, before
he gave this evidence 81 coughed every
night until my throat was nearly raw
then tried DR.. Kings New Discovery
which gave instant relief. / have used
it in my family for fouryears and recon-.
mend lit as the greatest remedy for
coughs, colds and all throat, chest and
lung troubles. 1t will stop the worst
cough, and not only prevents but abso.
lutely cures consumption. Price 30 cents
and $l.00. Every bottle guaranteed.
Trial bottles free at the Kiesau Drug