Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-09-20

in the water in which the feet are bathed,
the use of soap being omitted.
1t is most necessary for the preservation
Of health that the feet be kept dry, and
they should be protected from cold and sud-
den changes of temperature. In hygienic
point of view a wet back should be less
Stunned than wet or cold feet.
Damp feet as necessary consequence are
always cold. for it is one of the natural
laws that evaporation produces cold, and
the way a wet or damp foot becomes dry
is by the conversion of water into vapor,
the heat necessary for the existence of the
latter being derived from the sensible heat
Of the feet. Many diseases may be traced
to cold suddenly applied to the feet
Must Not Be Too Small.
A beautiful foot is one that is not too
small. but in proportion to the stature-the
instep high, or moderately high and arch
ed: the waist or portion under the instep,
followed and we'll raised above the level of
the sole. with the toes regular and we'll de-
veloped: the heel narrow and non-protrud-
ing; the general outline slender and grace
full.
The agility Of the foot and the pedestrian
powers of the individual, other things be-
ing equal. are in exact relation to the
degree in which these qualities present
The fiat foot and protruding heel of some
races render their possessors clumsy in
gait and incapable of long Journeys on foot.
Walking. dancing, running and skipping,
whether taken as exercise or for amuse-
ment. are to be recommended from hy-
gienic point of view.
Goodness Of the feet indicates delicate
health and a feeble state of the circulation.
Friction and active exercise are the reme-
dies Also an effort should be made to i'm
prove the general tone of the system. The
Importance. indeed the absolute necessity
of paying due attention to the feet and Of
properly treating them, cannot be overes-
timated. Upon this depends to a great de-
gree ease. comfort and health.
Their exposure. neglect and mistreatf nent
are capable Of affecting the general health
to an extent that is always serious and
sometimes dangerous.
Cotton stockings are always preferable,
except for those who suffer from excessive
perspiration Of the feet. when wooden stock
ings should be worn.
Rubber evershoes should be removed the
moment one enters the house, because they
interfere with the proper ventilation of the
feet as they are alright. If worn too
much they cause, not only tender feet, but
dizziness and headaches.
Health Hints.
If your eyes are not clear you are prob
ably bilious and should consult a doctor,
who will give you something to rectify the
trouble. Give up milk and coffee for a
time and eat plenty of fruit.
To be freed from eruptions and black
heads. The diet is of first Importance If
ton and chicken are better, and hard Ora
ham biscuits or else toast made of Graham
bread, plenty of fresh vegetables, salads
with lemon juice or vinegar in the dressing
tomatoes, cooked and uncooked; cranber-
ries, apples night and morning, and above
all drink plenty of pure water. Not enough
water is taken during the twenty-four
hours; at least three pints should be every
ones allowance. 1t cleanses the system as
nothing else can. One reason of disorder
ed skin is that 1t is not kept perfectly clean
Wash the face well twice daily and during
the day use a bit of silk-an old handkrr-
chief, used dry, with little friction; it car
ries away every particle of dust, which
otherwise clogs the pores. half-minute
rub every now and then renews the fresh
ness of the complexion. Instead of a pow
der puff, carry scented silk pad to keep
the complexion in repair. Blackheads are
a mass of congested matter and dust; OBJ
viously their cure is in cleanliness and ie-
stored circulation of the blood vessels of
the faee-nothing but friction and cleanli
ness will prevent the return of blackheads.
They are often the result OF a diSordered
stomach, indigestion and constipation and
strict attention should be given to the laws
of hygiene. Full daily baths are necessary.
Glycerine and mutton tallow are excellent
to use for massaging. Use enough glycerine
to soften the mutton tallow or sweet oil
will answer quite as well.
To use the corn cure, first soak the feet,
then apply the lotion with small brush;
after several applications the corn can be
taken out with small sharp knife. IN
using the knife, however, be very careful
not to cut too deep.
A girl of seventeen weighing 113 pounds
should measure about five feet two inches.
If your face Is too red You must be care
full Of your diet. Take no hot drinks, out
cooling ones, lemonade or tea. cooled by
ice, although not lice cold" which would
be quite as harmful as hot drink. Don't
wash your face with very cold water. nor
when you feel flushed. Lukewarm water
is better. When going out in the sun wear
thin VEIL Hot foot baths or Turkish
baths might help. Suppose you try the foot
baths. every alternate night for two weeks
Have the water as hot as can be borne
This draws the blood from the head.
TO make your eyelashes heavier apply |
once daily with small brush lotion Of |
olive oil, half ounce; bay rum. two ounces;
quinine, five grains. This Is also good 20 |
make the hair grow. To darken eyebrows, |
boil quarter pound walnut bark in one |
quart water; then add half teaspoonful