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The courier., 1902-11-01

was the quiet response. A moment Of
silence ensued In which the spectator
was studiously observing everything
else but those who were bent on the
transaction in question. and then the
woman was heard to say that II the
pawnbroker would call at a number
specified, which was her home, and
bring the SIS with him. he could secure
the limb. Hardly had she left the store
when he pawnshop man hustled out
after her. and within fifteen minutes
returned without the money, but in its
stead he carried an artificial limb. She
had especially cautioned him that he
was not to sell 1t. as she proposed to
take it out of soak again and to keep
the interest paid until she did.
There Is pawnbroker In Lincoln who
acquired some years ago a fine assort-
ment Of gloves Of all grades and styles,
from the rough leathern NIT OF the lab
orer to the finest kid and silk. A travel
ing man had become hard up and had
asked an advance upon the lot 1t was
given, in spite of the fact that the
gloves were all samples made only for
use upon the right hand. The drummer
never came back. but the pawnbroker
has enjoyed patronage ever since from
one-armed men and women who find
that his place is the only one in which
The courier., 1902-11-01
HE COURIER

they can secure one glove without buy
ing two, one Of which must be useless
to them
The successful pawnbroker must
possess exceptional qualifications as a
good seller. and most Of them can
actually sell anything. Some Of their
achievements in that line are really
laughable and they do not hesitate to
recount their triumphs to their ac-
quaintances. Not long since a country
man entered pawnshop and expressed
a desire to buy a macintosh. The
proprietor was instantly ready to ac-
commodate him and assured him that
he had just what the visitor wanted.
He brought out long. flowing garment
that proved to be sleeveless. but ac-
companying II was a capacious cape
which took the countryman's fancy.
The price was satisfactory and a few
minutes thereafter pedestrians were
seen to stop and gaze in wonder and
amusement at an angular countryman
proudly promenading down the crowd
ed street with a woman's macintosh
flowing in the breeze. Really IL II a
very cold day when your uncle gets left.
4 r =
Do not brush against persons on the
street, nor elbow, nor jostle them
When In this condition, take an auto
mobile.-Town Topics.
The courier., 1902-11-01

rs II possible you caught Daffney
trying to abduct your wife,"
Perfectly true"
II wonder you didn't kin himi"
Il tried to-
You did,"
''Yes: he wanted to back out at the
last moment."-Town Topics.
The courier., 1902-11-01
Ibe Pdwmbvoker:
1sS Ssst.s Is 5,, n1om@V

How does the pawnbroker make
money? is a question not easily an
swered, although it is pretty well un-
derstood that he makes ii easily and
more or less plentifully. The successful
pawnbroker must be a good Judge of
values. SO that he may know just what
he may safely pay for everything that
is brought for him to buy. He must
know how to buy so very cheaply that
he can sell cheaply and still enjoy a
large profit 1t is the boast Of the pro-
gressive and prosperous pawnbroker
that he will buy anything that is Of
fered, no matter what it may be, for
some price. Nothing is 50 Insignificant
in value that he cannot take it and find
for it purchaser who needs it, and
nothing so valuable that he cannot
tempt its owner If the latter needs
money badly.
In fact pawnbrokers do buy every
thing lima ginable. Often they acquire
things that they are required to keep
for years before they may find pur-
chasers, and sometimes they are known
to give up their money sparingly for
objects that seem never likely to be
sought for. There is a pawnbroker in
a city not far from Lincoln who has a
motley collection of such articles.
Among them is tombstone. carefully
carved with the name Of the person
over whose remains it was made to
stand and wholly unfit for service over
the grave of any other person. This
tombstone has passed back and forth
between its owner and the pawnbroker
many times. 1t belongs to an old SOL
der who has in his day Of healthful
ter by trade. In a whimsical moment
he determined to prepare his own head
stone and did so. Adversely came with
advanced age, but he fingers on, sus-
tanned chiefly by the pension he re-
ceives each quarter from the govern
ment. He is addicted somewhat to
drink and while in his cups inclines to
squander his scant competence. When
his means are exhausted he is wont to
carry his headstone to the pawnbroker
and obtain upon 1t an advance suffi-
cient to carry him through to the next
pension day. The watchfulness of the
pawnbroker prevents him from getting
beyond his depth. and when Uncle
Sans remittance comes along he de-
votes a share of 1t to putting himself
I,1~ 10, r;or
ton Of his epitaph. This has been go
ing on for several years and each time
he brings it in he expresses the convic-
tion that it will be the last. He has
spent enough in redeeming 1t to have
bought better one several times over.
1t is nothing unusual for the hook
shop man to have a man walk into his
store. pick an eye out of his head, lay
1t down upon the counter and ask how
much he can get upon 1t. Almost any
pawnbroker will have a glass eye or
two in stock. One was recently en-
countered who had several sets Of false
teeth, and they were not gold either.
Nor are these the only members upon
which unfortunate men and women
seek to secure the means Of tiding over
temporary misfortunes
Il want to get fifteen dollars on my
leg," a well dressed woman was recent
ly heard to remark in a Nebraska
pawnshop. The pawnbroker was evil
IDENTIFY nonplussed for a moment, but
only for a moment.
IT will have to see 1t first, madame"
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Fiye-Gored Flare Waist.

The skirt that fits snugly about the
hips and flares freely at the feet is
in the height Of style for young girls
as well as for their elders. This ad-
mirable May Manton model includes
all the latest features and will be found
very satisfactory in every way. As
shown, the material Is broadclOth in
tobacco brown. but all cloths and chew
lots, as well as the lighter weight
woods and silks are appropriate.
The skirt Is cut in five cores, that
being found the most becoming of
all styles. Each gore is carefully
shaped, and widens as 1t approaches
the fashionable flare. The fulness at
the back is laid in inverted pleats that
are quite fiat, but produce graceful
fulness at the lower edge, where the
skirt falls in becoming folds.
To cut this skirt for girl of four
teen years of age, four and three
fourth yards of material twenty-one
inches wide, four and one.half yards
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Shirt Waist or Blouse.

The smart blouse waists are acknowl-
edged favOrltes of fashion and grow
In favor and variety with each change
Of season. This latest May Manton
design, shown In the large engraving,
includes many novel features and Is
admirably adapted to afternoon wear.
The original of white MORE poplin,
stitched with heavy white silk, shows
gold ball buttons with white silk cords
effecting the closing at the centre front.
All waist materials, such as taffeta,
peau de sole, flannel. serge, cashmere,
pique. cheviot, and the more substan-
tial wash fabrics are appropriate.
The foundation, or fitted lining,
which may be omitted, extends to the
waist line only. and closes at the
centre front, but separately from the
outside; over 1t are arranged the parts
Of the waist proper which extend below
the belt in shirt waist style. The fronts
and back are scanned together at the
shoulders before the deep pleats are
laid that extend over the tops of the
sleeves to give the heightened effect
now SO fashionable. These pleats are
double stitched like tucks for some
distance on both front and back, two
extra rows Of ornamental stitching be-
ing added at evenly spaced distances.
The tiny breast pocket is finished with
a stitched welt, but may be omitted, If
not desired. The sleeves are in bishop
style, with the new deep cuffs, and the
neck Is finished with regulation stock
that closes In the back.
To cut this waist in the medium size.
three and five-eighth yards of material
twenty-One inches wide. three and one
half yards twenty-seven inches wide,
or two yards forty-four inches wide,
will be required.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Six Cents For n Holland Shave,

In a recent report to the State De-
partment s. Listoe. United States Con.
sui at Rotterdam, states that the aver
age Hollander Is shaved from two to
six times a week by barber, either
at the barber shop or shaving parlor
or at his private residence.
The present average tariff of a first
class barber and hnirdresser is fifteen
Dutch cents (six American cents) for
shaving, twenty Dutch cents (elght
American cents for shaving and hair
dressing, and from twenty-five to thir-
ty Dutch cents (ten to twelve American
cents for hair cutting. Tickets good
for ten shave may be bought for forty
American cents. while one and one
half shaves on such ticket are
charged for shaving and halrdressing.
The prices of the annual tickets for
shaving, hairdressing and hair cutting
range from fifteen to thirty florlns CSC
to $12), according to the number Of
times customer is shaved during the
week.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Care of n Husbsnd's Coat.


Let coat get soaking wet" said
a tailor. "and II will dry more or less
out of shape unless proper care is
taken In hanging 1t up. TO prevent
this, follow these simple directions:
Put the wet coat on an ordinary
hanger, and suspend where there Will
be room all around, so that the coat
VIII hang clear of everything. Then
button the coat up and get II into Its
proper shape and hang; then stuff 1t
out In form with newspapers. The
newspaper is opened out, and pages or
double pages are crumbled up loosely
into great open, spongy masses, and
with these the buttoned up coat is
gently stuffed out into the form in
which 1t would be on the body. Then
give 1t, II necessary final smoothing
to get II true and right everywhere,
and leave 1t to dry.
when 1t is dry you will find the
coat In Its proper original shape, free
from drawings or wrinklings, and
looking all right, and you are sure not
to regret the little extra labor bestowed
In keeping 1t So"
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Care OF Hot Water Bags.

Do not put water into the bag that
Is hotter than you can hold your finger
in; fill the bag only about one-half full
or little more, then lay 1t In your lap
before putting in the stopper and care
fully press out the steam. This makes
the bag softer, as 1t Is relieved of the
pressure the steam makes II left In.
When not using the bag, drain out
the water, let 1t hang bottom up for
awhile, then take IL down, with the
mouth blow little air into 1t. just
enough to keep the inside from coming
together, then put the stopper In tight
and hang 1t top up. The air keeps the
inside from sticking together, as 1t
will often do II there is no air In 1t, in
which case the bag is quite sure to
be ruined in pulling 1t apart. IL you
have n bag that is stuck together, put
into 1t some hot water with a few
drops Of ammonia, let it remain n few
minutes, then with n thin. dull-edged
piece of wood try to separate the in
side, very carefully. Never fold a
rubber bag after 1t has been once used.
A flannel bag for covering the rubber
bag Is very useful.-Good Housekeep.
Ing.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Misso uri River Leaking,

Civil engineers and river men who
have been watching the course OF the
Missouri River for some time. endeav-
oring to account for the extremely low
stage of water. believe that some sub
terranean waste Of the waters that
were formerly drained by the Missouri
River is gradually lessening the volume
Of water. What was once a mighty
stream is gradually dwindling until
now the river is so low that 1t has
much the appearance In places of n
sluggish creek, with only narrow
stream Of water between Its banks.
1t has been suggested that the open
ing of artesion wells through the Da-
kotas and the greet combined flow
of these wells Is the cause of the les
sened volume Of water In the river.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29

work man Is never employed. All
the rooms are furnished with bells,
which must be answered. and the
maids run up and down the stairs
on errands or In answer to summons
all day long. This has induced dis.
ease. n swelling of the knee joints, rec
ognized by physicians as "housemaid's
knee" English servants are not ex-
pected to share the dellcacles Of the
family table, separate table being
spread for them below stairs, provided
with plain, although abundant. food,
and any luxurIes they desire they must
get for themselves.
The American Is impressed always
with the homely comfort of an English
house. Notwithstanding the bedroom
candles. the primitive bath and the
lack OF various conveneinces which we
consider essential. Everything Is
clearly arranged and perfectly under
stood; even the card for the opening of
Parliament bears plainly printed In one
corner: Morning Dress" This def
niteness saves much embarrassment.
and misunderstanding. Splendor is re-
served for splendid occasions. An eat
home" even at grand house. is "a
very simple affair: there Is an abund-
ance of ten, cakes and flowers-the lat
ter always, whatever may he wanting.
There may also be some good music.
or some other entertainment provided.
Chicago Record Herald.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Achievements OF the Prince of Wales.

At the Court Of st. James, present,
the Kings Most Excellent Majesty in
Council.
His Majesty was pleased, by and
with the advice of his Privy Council,
to order that there be added to the
achievement of the Prince of Wales
the badge Of the Red Dragon, to be
borne In the following manner: (D
The Royal Crest. as Heir Apparent, in
the centre; (2) The badge of the Plume
Of Ostrich Feathers, on the dexter side;
and (3) on the sinister side represen.
tation of the Badge of Wales, namely.
on mount vert Dragon, passant
gules, differenced (as In the CREST with
a label of three points argent; the same
to be borne in conformity to the draw
ing annexed;
And that the Most Noble Henry,
Duke of Norfolk, X. G., Earl Marshal
Of England. do forthwith cause the
necessary directions to be given herein
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Gazette.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29

Rhubarb Jelly-Skin and cut one
pound of rhubarb in small pieces, put
into saucepan with one cup Of sugar
and cook slowly until soft but not
broken. Soak two tablespoonfuls of
granulated gelatine in one-half cupful
of cold water until soft, then strain
into the hot rhubarb with two table
spoonfuls Of lemon juice. Place in a
mold and thoroughly chill; serve with
whipped cream.
Carrot Pudding-Mix thoroughly one
half pound Of -four, one-half pound Of
currants, one-half pound Of seeded rails
ins, one-half pound Of potatoes, one
half pound of carrots grated, one-half
pound Of suet chopped fine, one tea
spoonful Of cloves, one teaspoonful of
cinnamon, one teaspoonful of soda dis
solved In a little cold water. Then
add one-half cupful of sugar. one tea
spoonful of salt and one beaten egg.
Pour into creased mold. Boil for
two hours or steam for three hours.
Serve with hard sauce.
Mock Maccaroon Pudding-Slice FIVE
halves Of peaches. Place in serving
dish and sprinkle over them four heap
ing tablespoonfuls finely grated bread
crumbs. Separate two eggs; beat the
yolks carefully with four tablespoons
sugar; then add one pint of milk and
cook until it thickens slightly. Remove
from the fire, add ten drops Of bitter
almond extract, and pour over the
peaches. Beat whites of eggs to stiff
froth; drop by teaspoonsful over lit
tie saucepan Of boiling water; let stand
a moment, then lift with a skinner.
drain carefully and slip on top Of Gus
tard. Dust carefully with two table,
spoonfuls finely grated bread crumbs.
Serve cold. Very nice. t..a
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
LABOR WORLD.

The coal miners strike i'm Columbia
County, Ohio, has been settled.
Breaker boys in the Mahanoy City
PENN mining regions will organize
unions.
West Virginia miners have adopted
new wage scale, to be signed before
April /.
Puddlers' wages have been advanced
twenty-five cents a ton at Youngs-
town, Ohio.
Wisconsin paper manufacturers
have agreed not to recognize the
unions, but rather to close the mills.
The retail clerks of Illinois have or
ganlzed an union, and one of their
first movements will be directed to-
ward the closing Of all stores at six
p. m.
The reports of the eight mine in
spectors of the anthracite coal regions
show that only about one-fifth OF the
miners and laborers are American
born.
A strike and boycott has been Or
dered on the Tere Haute Electric
Company. at Tere Haute, Ind, be-
charged.
The iron moulders of Wilkesbarre,
Pittston, Scranton and Tamaqua have
presented demands for an increase in
the minimum rate Of wages in North.
eastern Pennsylvania to $2.75 day.
recent census shows that Paris,
France, contains 1916 classes of work
men. metals and kindred industries
claiming $40, textiles 257. the chemi-
cal trade 1856 and building 203. The
total number of workmen Is esti-
mated at over three hundred thou
sand.
According to the annual report of
the State Factory Commission, the
employment of child labor in Illinois
has increased 30 per cent in the last
year. In 1900 the inspectors found
14,256 children at work in the fac
tories, and in 1901 the number had
grown to 1889, an increase of 55S2
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Men who Make Beds.

Making beds is commonly considered
a womnn's work. but there are never.
theless quite number of men who
follow bedmaklng as a calling. finding
regular steady employment at this
work In many of the lodging houses
for men. This Is especially true Of
those In New York City. For many
years all the bedmakers I'm these places
of many beds were men. For example.
In big lodging-house. with from 400
to 500 beds, there is n bedmaker to
every floor, having perhaps ninety beds
to make daily. Incidentally he sweeps
the floor and keeps Il clean and In or
der. The bedmaker goes ON duty ut
o a. m. and works until O p. m. The
bulk of his work, however, Is over by
Q p. IN. Some men bedmakers, like
women, make untldy beds. and some
not only quick but careful. and make
bed that looks inviting. The pay
of the man bedmaker is small. and
commonly he sleeps In the house where
he Is employed.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29

exemplifies one of the latest designs,
and Is desirable for many materials.
The original is made of velveteen In
black and white Shepherds plaid;
but flannel corduroy, and all the sea-
sons waist cloths are equally appro-
pirate. AS shown the waist Is made
over the fitted foundation, but can be
left unlined when preferred.
The lining Is simply fitted and ter
inmates at the waist line. The fronts
and backs of the waist are smooth mt
the upper portion, but drawn down In
gathers mt the waist line. The box
pleats are applied, stitched Mt each
edge, and are graduated in width to
give tapering effect to the figure.
The yoke is cut in points. that are
stitched fiat over the pleats, and the
neck Is finished with novel collar that
matches II and the cuffs. The sleeves
ore in bishop style.
TO cut this waist for miss of four
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29

A tendency to stripes appears in the
foulards. though this Is not pro
nounced, but quite n side issue. like
the dots on some OF the other designs.
There Is foundation OF fine lines on
some of the silks. giving a combed ef-
feet, and over this appears the pattern
proper. Or perhaps there is something
more of n stripe, but II is always as n
foundation for the various patterns
which have a tendency to small all
over effects.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Philadelphia & Erie Railroad Division
In effect May Goth, 1901. Trains leave
Driftwood as follows:

EASTWARD
300 m-Train IL, weekdays, for Sunbury.
Harrisburg and the intermediate sta
tions, arriving at Philadelphia 6;23 D. m,
New York, s'so p m. BaltImore. 500 ;. mi
from Williamsport to Philadelphia and o as
senger coaches from Kane to Philadelp hiA
and Williamsport to Baltimore and WASH
R:46 p. m.-Train s. daily for sunbury. Har-
risburg and principal intermediate stations.
YgERE york iSsa p RnBsaSSs n "a; P mn M wS.S Ne.
ington e:35 D. m. Vestibuled parlor cars
and passenger coaches, Buffalo to Philadel-
i;O2 p. m.-Train $, daily. for Hars
riying at Philadelphia t;25 A. NJ; New York.
l:S A, NJ. Pullman Sleeping cars from
Harrisburg to Philadelphia and New YORK.
ssaSsr siaaepSdis can remain In
II p.m.-Train 4,daliy for Sunbury, Harris
burg and intermediate stations, arriving %
4. M. on week days and loss A N. on SUM
day; Baltimore, 7:l5 A. NJ; Washington, $40
ana a; N; Will Pullman Imam. sleepshrs from Erie,
coaches from Erie to Phiiadelpha, and
,o. oWliliamsPort to BaltImore
burg and principal intermediate stations, ar
riyIng at Philadelphia 7:22 a. m, New York
Yg RsitIm6rs f. m We 7wssesdaysw o a. m sunday
Vestibuled buffet sleeping cars and pass
senger coaches. Buffalo to Philadelphia and
Washington.
WESTWARD,
$3.50 a. m.-Train Z, daily for Buffalo via
Emporium.
t:38 a. m.-Train 0, daily for Erie, Rldg-
way, and week days for Dubois, Clermons
and principal intermediate stations.
s:A a: m.--Train ., daily for Erie and inter-
mediate points.
s:4s D. m.-Train 15 daily for Buffalo via
Emporium.
G45 p. m,--Train 81, weekdays for Kane and
intermediate stations.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Forgavs Sir Francis Jeune.

Lady Jeune Is well known for her
work In the east end Of London, and
she is actively connected with many of
the societies that aim to better the
condition Of the poor. Many a home
has she assisted, and. In view of this,
an amusing story is told of prisoner
sentenced to long term by her hus-
band, Sir Francis Jeune. on one oc-
casion when he was doing assize duty.
The prisoner was rather indignant,
but he ceased his protestations when
one of his companions whispered In his
ear: .i
"Never mind. old man, you deserve
1t. after all. And just think what the
beak's missus did for the youngsters!v r.
London Answers.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29

III more care Were taken In the selec-
tlon of cushion tops more artistic ef-
fects on benches or seats would be the
result. The usual array Is entirely too
conglomerate. Not too many to match
to make monotonous. but n settled
color scheme of some kind. For In
stance. to keep TO greens. soft yellows
and russet browns, is n good combina.
tion or reds, old blues and touch of
green Is another.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
FOR THE FARMERS.
A Bill to ApproprIte $4,000 for Asri
cultural College.

Mr.. Frederick Dallam, of Prince
Georges county, Maryland. has a bill
appropriating $50. 900 for the Maryland
Agricultural College and Experiment
Station. With this the dormitories
are to be enlarged so as to accommo-
now at the college. A general assem-.
bly, hall is proposed. Provision Is
made for free scholarships-one from
each county and nine from Baltimore
city. This bill will also provide for
increasing the interests ON the federal
endowment as recommended In the
Governors message.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Tho Boa's Usefulness.

The usefulness Of the ordinary, dark
tinted daytime boa goes without say
ing. Not SO many have considered
that the dress boa for those who go
about much to receptions and the like
is even more useful. Whether of os-
trich feathers, tulle, chiffon, ribbon.
rose petals OF some two or three of
those fabrics In combination, II 1t be
truly beautiful and becoming 1t may
cover multitude Of sartorial sins.
Or. II one is not burdened with any
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1902-01-29
Antique Lace as Trimmings.

Antique lace and embroidery form
the trimmings of the up-to-date won.
ans costume. This fashion comes
from Paris. where reproductions of
old designs and colors are worn by
those who do not possess choice pieces
as heirlooms. Antique embroderies,
even If damaged by time, are much
coveted