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Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
CARE or MEMS CLOTHING.
How to Renovate 1t When 1t Shows
Signs of Shabbincas,

When partly worn suits are properly
mended and renovated, it greatly i'm
proves their appearance and makes
them last much longer than IL this
work is neglected. When the back of
the coat becomes shiny, sponge it
well, lay cloth over it and iroH it dry.
Place piece of thin, firm goods under
three cornered tears and tiny breaks
when they occur and darn the edges
down to it. When the edges OF the
coat or vest, become Worn, remove the
braid, If there is any, and replace it
with new. The back of the vest often
wears out before the rest of the gar
ment, and when such is the case re-
move the cid back, press it carefully
and use it as pattern to cut the new
one by. You can see how to put it in
by examining new vest. The corners
of the pockets should be sewed back in
place as soon as they begin to tear
down.
A thorough brushing and cleaning are
often necessary, Nut many cleaning
fluids contain strong drugs which are
neither necessary nor advisable for
this purpose. as they often fade the
cloth. The following is very simple
and effective method of cleaning coat
collars and removing soiled spots from
woolen clothing: Prepare strong,
foamy suds by dissolviag pearline in
hot water, dip Il clean, stiff brush in it
and scrub the soiied portion with it.
An old toothbrush that has been dis
carded for toilet purposes is good for
this work. Dip it in frequently. chang
ing the suds for clean one whenever
it gets dirty. When the spots are re-
moved. scrub with clean water and
hang it up until dry enough to iron.
| Press it on the wrong side or if that is
not convenient cover the right side
with clcth and iron unit! perfectly
| dry
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
A Dead Face In the window.

Crockford, the proprietor of well
known London gambling house, was
made to play a queer role after he was
dead. When one of Crockford's horses
was poisoned just before the Derby,
the misfortune brought on an attack
Of apopleXy, which proved fatal with
in 4S hours. Now, many of Crock
ford's friends had staked large sums
on another of the gamblers horses,
which was a favorite for the Oaks and
which was disqualified by the death
of the owner. Only the people in the
gambling house knew of Crockford' }
death, and 1t was resolved to keep it
n secret until after the race.
The servants were bribed and sworn
to secrecy. and the conspirators en-
the day after the night upon which
Crockford died had the body placed in
a chair at 4 window, so that people re-
turning from the track could see the
gambler sitting there. He was fixed
up to look as lifelilie as possible and
through the window and partially con-
ed so natur:-i that no one of the great
crowd which came cheering by the
house when On their return from see
ing Crockford's horse win the Oaks
suspected the trick.
The next day it was announced that
Crockford was dead. but 1t was years
before the true story leaked out
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
Her Gricynnvs.

Distressed by her cooks frequent
complaints OF toothache, a mistress of
the upper west side decided a few
days ago that it was tine to recon-
mend heroic remedies.
Hannah, there is no use putting it
off any longer. There is DR.. Jones over
without pain. Why don't you see h.m
and have it ever with!"
Hannah scarcely relished tie sug-
sestion. hut after another nights suf-
fcring sorrowfully announced, Deed
KIN jess stand dis no longah." and
asked permission to so to DR.. Jones.
Her mistress rejoiced in the thought
that the agony was at last to be end
ed. When an hour later, however, she
beheld Hannah march down the area
way steps, the whites of her eyes fash
ing and her head bobblng with a ve-
hemence born of righteous fury, visions
not only of lost molars, but of d de-
parting cook came before her. She en-
tered with the dignity of an insulted
African queen.
Anything wrong Hannah? Didn't
he get the right teeth?" ventured the
mistress.
"Got de right teef all right and dol
lah an a half besides. Yas'm, he did
So"
"Well, did he hurt you"
"No'm, can't say he did"
"Then what's the matter?"
"Well. Miss Liza, didn't you tell me
dat man ober dere 'stracted teet wiG-
out payin Y'-New York Sun.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
Trying to Make Forty Dollars.

Here is a hard luck story apropos Of
efforts to make little sum in Wall
street: a young man started with 500
and ran it up to $99G0. or $40 less than
an even $4,000. The desire to round
out the $4,000 goaded him on. He
said to bis broker. "If | can make that
additional $40 on quick turn I will
draw out my $4,000 and invest it in
real estate" 1t was n strong bull mar
ket, but things appeared sky high. and
he picked out an active stock to sell
short. l think he landed on T. C.. and
l., which had n phenomenal rise and
was due to drop anywhere from 10 to
80 points. He sold 100 shares at par,
Intending to close 1t out at 50. But
instead of going down the blamed
thing scared to 12G. At every three
points gain he sold another 100 until
he was carrying all he could tote. In
"a hours he lost nearly every cent 1t
had taken him three months to make
With what little he had left he bought
T. |. on the recession to ll6, friends OF
the Hanover National bank assuring
him that it was going to 100 Then
came the fireworks and the funeral
The bottom fell out of the speciality
and young DR.. Knowall found himself
$4,000 in debt. He hasn't been in
Wall street sincc.-New York Press.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How to Broil Bear steaks,

Have one and half pounds cut from
young animal, as old bear meat is
hard and tough and is only palatable
In n highly seasoned ragout. The
steaks should be three-quarters of an
inch thick, season with rounding tea
spoonful of salt and One-fourth tea
spoonful of pepper. broil like beefsteak
and serve hot on hot plates with bar
berry or wild plum jelly. This game
resembles pork in favor.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
Eow to Make Potato Crust beef Pic


Slice very thin enough cold roast
beef to half fill your baking dish. Place
the beef, any left over gravy, a large
tablespoonful of butter. a small onion.
sliced, and salt and pepper together in
a stewing pan, cover with water and
dredge with flour to thiclen the gravy.
Cover and simmer gently until the
gravy is reduced and rather thick.
Have mashed potatoes prepared in usu-
al way. Put the meat and gravy in the
baking dish and cover with 4 thick
crust of the potatoes. Brush with
beaten egg and bake in 4 quick oven
long enough to brown the crust. a
few spoonfuls of left over tomatoes or
a spoonful of worcestershire sauce
may be added to the stew for variety.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How to FAKE salmon Trout.

Mix one pint Of dry bread crumbs,
one tablespoonful Of minced onion
Drowned in butter one tablespoonful
of parsley. one teaspoonful of salt,
onc-quartcr tcaspoonful of pepper and
one egg. Fin cleaned fish, sew up the
opening. cover with slices OF salt pork
and bake In hot oven. allowing - min
utes TO one pound. Garnish with fried
oysters, lemon slice ana parsley.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
Dcrcrych Acrr,ttr,.

Little 3-ycar.old Minnie could re-
peat nursery rhymes aud tall, like an
old woman. One day. having done
something strictly against orders. her
mother said, Minnie. | really don't
know what I had better ln With you"
Drawing n long breath of tcilcf the
little miss said, "Pm nwful glad you
don't, mamma" and marched Oh. TAX
ing 1t for granted that the matter was
scttled.-Chlcngo News.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
HWY tn prcxcni ChIIin

A woman who for several years lived
In n mnlarinl region In the south and
who suffered in consequence from
chills and fever discovered that chills
could be avertcd by swallowing the
seeds Of red pepper with IL glass OF
water ut their first intmatlon.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
SPOILED BY WEALTH.
re rwintcr stop dis worEin; re worke

rze gwintcr stop dis workin; IEe worked two
steady days, .F
An Ize gwinter res de balance OF de wea.
Fze done up my money; dis here gavin slioly
pays;
kin staht in now an paint crimson strcah.
re Gone my homes duty foh desc nickels desc
dimes,
An now rze gwinter scatter 'em life cs't7.
SO Leap yoh eyes wide open, an yoh'u ace nome
high ole times
Yoh unele's got dollar half.
fze feeiin ies' as naughty as VANDERBILT Dis
day,
Al he doesn have to worry bout rcrts;
lie ncilher stops to notice, as he steps uo.I Lis
way,
Dem common spohts wifi ten fifteen COZ 81.
Res &c pride of loggy Bottom an wia1'r - Sc
race
Desc youngsters, why. dey simply r'as na
laugh.
So all stan back an cl'ah de track an w...ch t;n
set &c pace-
Yoh uncle wifi dollar half.
Washington Star.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How to Prepare EGGS n In rripe.

Boil eight eggs hard, chill in cold
water, then remove shells and separate
yolks and whites. keeping yOlks entire.
Shred the whites. Make pint of
bechemel sauce. Place the yolks OF
eggs in the middle of Il heated dish
and the shredded whites around
them. Pour the boiling sauce over
them and sprinkle Il little minced pars-
ley over the top. Garnish with fried
croutons of toast points.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How to Cook Salt Cod and parsnips

Pick Il cup Of the fish into rather
large flakes and freshen In cold water,
then cover with milk and cook for ten
minutes. Pare and cut small parsnlp
into dice and boil until tender, then
run through sieve and add this to the
milk and fish with white pepper to
taste and n tablespoonful of butter and
n little lour TO thlckon. Serve on toast.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
A aunint Introduction.

on one occasion the dean of Wells
In Introducing Il. A. Freeman, whom
he could abide neither ns man nor
historian, said: II rise with great
pleasure to propose the health of our
eminent nelghbor, Mr.. Freeman, the
historian. man who, in his own per-
sonal characteristics, has so often de-
plcted for us the savage character Of
our first forcfathcrs."
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How to Make Mock plum, puddins

IN excellent substitute for plum
pudding Is made ns follows: one cup
full of ralsius. two cupfuls OF bread
crumbs, one pint of milk. butter the
size of an egg. one egg. teaspoonful of
cinnamon and onc-half cup of mo-
lasses. Place in II baking dish and
bake In slow oven for about an hour
or until firm. Serve hot with the usual
plum pudding sauce.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
A lFuted spnt

About mile south of the Michigan
state line and near Cedar lake. Indiana,
Is II small spot of land upon which
vegetation absolutely refuses to grow.
The surrounding soil. though apparent.
ly the same. Is very productive. The
spot Is less than 20 feet In diameter
and Is located In grove which trn-
dltion declares to have been the tor
turc ground OF the Bawbeese Indians,
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
No snnI.cn In Mn,Nnii.

The centlped is the only poisonous
insect on the Hawaiian Islands and its
sting here is no more dangerous than
the sting of n wasp or hornet in the
United States. ON the mainland the
tarantuln's sting Is usually fatal and
always brings serious consequences.
Hawaii IL fortunate, too. In having no
snakes or poisonous rcptllcs.-IIono-
lulu Republican.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
Iuo,y 10 Make Crul,cr,.

Two tcncups of sugar. one cup of
milk. onc-half cup of butter, Juice of
one orange, two teaspoonfuls of cream
tartar. one of soda and two eggs beat
on separately. Mix with sufficient flour
previously well slfteD to roll out. Fry
In boiling lard. and when cold roll in
powdered sugar.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How 20 Relieve uhepr,,tIsm.

Chronic rheumatism Is incurable.
Much relief may Ne had by careful diet
and treatment Take five grain tab
let of citrate of llthia at meals. After
meals take 20 drops in wlncGlass of
water Of this mixture: Saturated solu-
ton Of iodide of potash and wine OF
colchicum seed. each 30 grams. Avoid
all intoxIcants, vinegar. rich desserts.
pickles and pastry.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How 10 Cur. perspirinr Feet

Battle the feet every night with
warm carbollc solution-tcn drops TO
the quart-and then rub In this pow.
der: Tale. tannoform, compound stenr-
ate Of zinc, each ten grams; snlicyllc
acid, two grams. Wear thin stockings
and vlci kid shoes. 49,,
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
HWY to Mnl.c ornngc Honey.

Mix together the Juice Of three
oranges and the grated rlnd of one. n
small cupful Of sugar, tablespoonful
Of butter and the well beaten yolks of
two eggs. Cook over n slow fire, stir
ring constantly. until about as thick
MS honey. Serve cold. This is excel.
lent with frlttcrs. all kinds Of warm
bread and grlddlccukcs.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How 20 Darn Fine Goods.

Fine, loosely twisted silk, the kind
used for knitting. Is the best for darn
ing fine wooden garments. The threads
should not be drawn tight. nor should
they I'll the hole rs closely as In ordl.
nnry dnrnIng.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
How 10 Make nnkinw Powder.

One pound blcarbonate Of soda, one
pound cream tartar. six ounces tar
tnric ncid. one pint of flour. Mix well
and slft six times. Use one teaspoon.
full to one quart Of -four.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28

There Is such variety Of climate
In Costa Rlca that by going few
miles north or south of n given point
any kind OF climate may bc enjoyed.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28

The first lesson for n hoy to learn
In saving his money is 10 resist the
hints of his sisters every time he earns
n dollar.-Atchison Globe.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28

II all the cabs In London were plnc-
ed In n line there would be total
length Of 43 miles.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28

The South African winter begins to
ward the end Of April and lasts unit.
September.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28
Lucidity of Slang.

80 you foored your opponentf'
"Yes. indeed; I knocked him sky.
high."-ChIcago Record.
Gilpin observer., 1901-02-28

Denmark claims that there Is not n
single person IN her domain who can.
not read and write.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1901-12-12
Fayors Consolidation.

AT the meeting Of the School Commission
ers' Association, in Baltimore this week,
Prof. Is. Simpson, school examiner of this
county, read paper in which he advocated
the consolidation Of the rural schools. In
support of his ideas he quoted statistics from
sixteen different States to 81 ow that by con.
solidating rurarschoolsa saving to the school
fund results and at the same time equal ad.
vantages are given to all pupils from the
kindergarten to those of the high grade.
Prof Simpson suggested that the Legislature
appoint three capable men as committee to
visit centralized schools In actual operation
and to report on the same. The paper
prompted the adoption of a resolution in
structing the Legislative Committee to pre-
pare bill giving the County School Com
missioners authority to consolidate district
schools and provide for transportation OF
pupils If any such additional legislation is
needed Sentinel
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1901-12-12
The Fair.

The fair in Town Hall opened with the
farest of promise on Saturday night last
The attendance WAS large and the people
very liberal. For an opening night things
ran very smoothly, every department being
in competent hands and interested in the
success of the fair.
The sale of family and single season tick
cts was not quite up TO the hopes of the pro,
motcrs. but the single admissions went far
beyond expectations. The fair consists of a
fancy article booth, confectionery supper
department, palm readers tent and wheel of
fortune on the main floor, n museum con.
tanning freaks, musicians and gymnasts on
the gallery and a shooting gallery In the
bas ement. The Baltimore Neps is sending
fifty copies daily during the fair and we
trust our people will see TO 1t that all are
taken each evening.
The entertainments have been excellent
each evening and some of the very best will
be given during the last three evenings OF
the fair.
The receipts to date insure sufficient
amount TO pay for the piano; any surplus
that accrues will 90 into the town treasury
and it remains for the people to say by their
support from this time on, how large that
sum shall he.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1901-12-12
Death Of
Mrs. Margaret R. Shaffer.

After a lingering illness OF more Than TWO
years, Mrs, Margaret r. Shatfcr fell peace
fully asleep on the morning Of the 9th, inst g,
just when the night was about to be dspeled
by the breaking of new day her sufferings
ceased, and her spirit awoke in the dawn Of
an eternal day of rest and peace.
The deceased was born April so, 1913, and
was consequently in the fiftyfourth year of
her age. She was daughter of the late
John Rocker of Wofsvlle, Md She was
married to the late W. l.. Shaffer, who at
that time was a salesman of the dry goods
firm OF Daniel Miller & Co., of Baltimore,
whittier they moved and resided for num-
Der of years. Nearly thirteen years ago they
removed to Thurmont, and took their resi-
dence in the old Shaffer homestead which
they greatly improved and beautitied, and
where they expected to spend the evening OF
their life. But how vain are human hopes!
Just when they began to realize their expec-
taton in the enjoyment Of their home, and
the success OF their sons In their chosen vo-
cations, their health began to decline and
within six months both passed from the
church militant to the church triumphant.
Mrs. Shaffer was in many respects an ex-
traordnary woman, wife and mother. She
was life long member of the Reformed
church, and faithfully true to all her obliga-
tions. In her life could be plainly seen the
unn.istakable evidences OF true worth. Her
christian character, whilst reserved at times,
was always consistent with her profession,
and made itself felt and appreciated not only
in the sacred precincts of her orderly home,
but also in the congregation of which she
was faithful and capable member, and in
the community at large.
The Chrstmastide always had special
significance to her, and for weeks before Its
celebration her fertile brain was busy devils
ing some surprise tor others, of her own
handiwork. 1t was her greatest pleasure to
make others happy, sometimes at great
sacrifice to herself thus illustrating the christ
like spirit which IS now her reward.
What victory over self and naturel After
such conflict in suffering. she still felt that
she must live for her boys regardless OF the
cost to herself, forgetting for the time being
that her noble christian life and example
would live ON and be to them, if they willed
it so, legacy more precious than gold, an
inspiration, indeed. whilst they pass along
life's uneven way.
The deceased leaves four sons to m )urn
their loss. Rev. Chas. D., late of Abeline,
Kan, Ed. F., Of the firm of R. M. Hays &
Bros of Hagerstown; Sanford, of Brooklyn,
N. Y. Grason and Harry at home, together
with her brother John Rocker of Dayton,O
Josiah of Wolfsville, and Mrs. w. L. Hays
of Hagerstown and Mrs. Sophia Bussard OF
Evansville, Md. The interment took place
from her late residence Wednesday at II
O'Clock, her pastor Rey. G. A. Whitmore
officiating, and N. L Creeger funeral direc.
tor
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1901-12-12
IOYS LETTER.

Mr.. Chas. II. Miller and family spent sew
eral days in Baltimore during the past week.
Mrs Jacob Martin who has been spending
some time with her sister, Mrs. Mort, has
gone on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Irwin
Beard of Leitersburg.
Mary Mesklll spent Sunday last with her
parents in Graceham.
Mrs. Harry Iohr is visiting friends in Lett.
ersburg and Waynesboro.
Mrs VIM. II. Long who has been i'll for
several weeks is much improved.
Mr.. Geo Robinson and family, ]. W. 10y
and wife spent part Of the week with MIR.
Mumma of Stony Branch.
Mrs. Jere Martsn spent Saturday IN Thur
mont as the guest of Mrs. David Martin.
Mr. Geo. Robinson has been promoted to
foreman of this section of the railroad lie
succeeds Mr.. Patrick Meskill who resigned,
after holding the position for more than
twenty-five years.
Elk Sheriff Troxell was the guest Of his
brother in law Mr.. Harry Lohr on Saturday
last.
Beatrice, daughter Mr.. and Mrs. William
Martin of Burlington, VT, is i'll with typhoid
fever with little hope of her recovery.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1901-12-12
Notice to Creditors.

H,HIS If to give notice that the subscriber,
MARGARET OGLE,
hath obtained from tie Orphans Court. of
Frederick Co.. Md letters tcstamen,ary on
the estate Of
JOHN s. OGLE,
deceased. All persons having claims against
the estate of the said deceased arc hereby
warned to exhibit the same with the voucher
thereof legally authenticated to the subscrl-
Der on or before May 10Th, 1909, they may
otherwise be excluded from all benefit of
said estate. All persons indebted to said
estate are hereby warned to make immediate
payment.
Given under our hand this 18th day OF
November, 1901.
MARGARET OGLE,
j. Fl. B. Ogle. Exerntrix'
Agent. nov l4ot
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1901-12-12
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