Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-04-04

lines and makes trim waist look even
more symmetrical.
The final touch of grace to woman's
toilet Is a long chain, or lavilliere. of
coral. oxidized silver. gold or gun metal.
To 1t Is attached any ornament which may
suit the wearer-a vinaigrette, in odd de-
sign, perhaps: fish with Quivering scales:
a miniature folding mirror a lorgnette.
The chain which appeals to every girl is
the charm chain. 1t may be of gold
silver
The number of charms represent con-
quests. The devoted cavalier who is study
ing art in France sends a tiny Breton sa-
bot. This is hung on the chain; also the
golden camel which comes from Egypt or
the scarab. or mummy in enamel: or an
emerald shamrock leaf from Ireland.
Useful Recipes.
If the neck is short and thick a high eff
feet in couture should be chosen. single
flower or, half wreath is pretty for full
dress occasions.
Twenty motions with each arm is the rule
with ten to begin with. A quick sponge
bath should follow athletics, If possible,
but don't give up the exercises because you
have no time for the bath. Make liberal
use of the Turkish towels. A brisk rub
may occasionally be substituted for the
bath.
The engagement ring is worn on the
third finger of the left hand until it is re-
moved to make room for the wedding ring.
Then the enga cement ring is placed above
the plain gold circlet and acts as a guard"
To wash hair brush dip it in water con-
tanning strong solution of washing soda
Rinse twice. first in clear wter, then in
weak alum water. which stiffe7rs the bristles
Dry in the sun. With a little care the
brush can be washed without getting the
back wet.
A good cold cream to massage throat and
arms is made by melting one ounce each Of
white wax and spermacetti in a double
boiler. Add two ounces each of oil of white
poppy and oil of sweet almonds and one
dram of Mecca balsam. Beat all we'll to-
gether until it Is cream. Then add rose
water, few drops at a time, until it will
take no more. Put into a porcelain Jar and
cover with rose water.
To develop the muscles of the chin and
thereby prevent fabby appearance. press
the lower lip upward by depressing the
chin, as In the act of pouting, as strongly
as you cam Crook the forefinger SO as
to form a half-circle. Put the half-circle
thus formed over the point of the chin,
just below the mouth. and then press down.
ward lightly with the finger. AT the same
time press the lip upward strongly enough
to push the finger up with it. After con-
tracing the muscle hard enough to force
the finger upward Immediately relax it.
For infamed gums. rub on two parts gly-
cerlne and one part powdered burnt alum.
The height should be measured without
shoes Stand erect. close to wall. To
measure breadth of shoulders requires the
assistance of friend. Stand with the arms
at the sides: The measure is taken about
two inches below the shoulder blades.
Movements for developing the chest
should be simple at first. Stretch the arms
forward, with palms touching. while the
breath is slowly inhaled through the nos
trils. Gradually move the arms backward,
turning the palms upward until they are
carried as far back as possible. Slowly
exhale Another exercise for chest de-
velopment Is to reach upward far
possible. draw down imaginary ropes to
the sides, and carry them back and up
ward.
The lock of hair you send is pale blonde.
This color Is supposed to indicate that
the possessor Is impulsive and affectionate.
For freckles. rub one-half dram powder
ed borax with one-half ounce glycerine.
Gradually add three ounces rose water and
one dram each tincture benzoin and bitter
almond water. stirring constantly. Apply
every other night by means of a camel's
hair brush to the freckles. Here is
other remedy. Touch the freckIes every
other day with brush dipped in one ounce
orange flower water. one dram common
salt. two drains carbonate potassium and
enough rose water to make four ounces.
If the skin is oily, an aromatic vinegar
should be used once or twice a week. One
recipe calls for three ounces alcohol, one
half ounce acetic acid, one dram crushed
gum camphor and one dram each oil of
rosemary, oil and bergamot and oil Of 1aven-
der. Mix. and shake well until the cam
phor is dissolved. Keep in a well-corked
bottle and when wanted pour little into
the water used for bathing the face.
An excellent exercise, which will help to
overcome the heavy, torpid feeling so COM
mon to corpulence. Is to contract and ex-
pand the muscles about the lower ribs, by
practicing the muscular movements Of deep
breathing without taking in any breath.