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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

M ~ 0ayS SNGIyDOuy SSeLlS gay elho
 upon pleasure bent; at least M that is the atmosphere of the
 ''queen of cities" Dull care and mortality, worry and the trials incl dental to life, of course, do have their being in gay Farce; but, like the Chi nese, the Parisienne laughs and sings to scare the demon Of evil away, Tor this little sprite is certainly nowhere in sight.
 There is a sensation of spring every where, in the shops, the streets, which are bright with flowers sold by the vendors at almost every step, ana Tn the faces of the people you meet. There is always something invigorating about Paris, and it is particularly the case at this time of the year.
 The Bois de Boulogne is especially bright in the afternoon with a fashion able throng of smartly attired men and women-French officers riding in their gay uniforms and imposing nurses in wonderful caps attending their beauti- fully costumed little charges. The Rue de Ia Paix is another attractive spot, with it's sparkling jewelry shops and ateliers of fashion, which madame finds exceedingly fascinating just now
 The warm weather has turned our at- tention a trifle sooner than usual to the. spring modes, and the couturieres. are hurrying on their workpeople, while most of us are pleasantly dreaming during these Lenten days of our spring and summer wardrobe and longing for an hour at the dressmaker's.
 The colors most in evidence for the coming seasons frocks are purple and blue, rich wine tone, a grayish blue and nasturtium red, not forgetting the l.SA pliable thin cloths are to be used en- tirely. as this soft texture is absolutely necessary to the hang of the kilted and gathered skirts and flowing, loose coats which are the vagaries of fashion at present.
 All kinds of canvas with plain grounds and shot effects of color over the surface are made up in coat and skirt gowns. Silk flannel is another new fabric made of mixture of silk and wool in delicate tones. This mate rial is capital for shirt waists, tea gowns and indoor toilets. Panette is a new cloth having a silk face and woolly back. A dress of this wool in plum col or trimmed with fine old lace can hard ly be improved upon. No one is able to lay down hard and fast rules as to the cut of skirts, for they are made in all
 
 with, stitching and braid, straps and tassels or left perfectly plain. But there are two points concerning the skirt which we may be certain about, and that is that they are shorter and fuller.
 The new short skirt is kept fairly plain around the hips and is beautifully fitted, falling in graceful plaits and kits of the same length all the way round. This new short skirt is worthy of note, and let me warn the unwary from attempting to cut one of these af- fairs themselves, as it requires genius to manipulate them properly a long skirt being far and away easier of con- struction. These skirts are so well cut that, de- spite the amount of drapery used any suggestion of clumsiness is done away with.
 In spite of the shorter length of our spring skirts, the wise woman will not give up her long. trailing draperies for
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

insertions, and the mysterious thing is that~they are ever finished, so much
 time being necessary for this fine stitching. And then my lady fusses if her gown is five minutes late in being sent home I suppose we women do justify our reputation of being incon- siderate The cloaks worn by the smartest woman for dressy occasions are long and loose and made of either black or white cloth, with lace inser- tions. The Paris dressmakers are put ting on these cloaks a kind of thick curtain lace which comes from Puy. Revers of white satin are jetted on many of the new jackets. Little turn down collars of perforated cloth, Eng fish embroidery or Persian trimming finish most of the blouses, for the blouse is the almost universal shape for the short coat. A jacket resembling the old time blazer is 8 possibility for
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

this mode of trimming as anything ex- elusive A fashion of this character so easy of accomplishment is apt to be overdone.
 The high wristbands are another fea- ture distinguishing the spring costume. Serge in dark blue and white always comes to us every year, and we give it the same hearty welcome because we know how really good it is and faithful even until the end. A charming model in the dark navy serge is made with a bolero opening over a waistcoat of olive green leather. The skirt, seven gored flare, is trimmed with three bands of black silk, one band in the center and
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

ture to which a little vinegar has been added. If this be done, the stockings will keep their color till worn out
 Pudding cloths should never be washed with soap. Soak them in cold and afterward rinse them in hot water Then dry them if possible in the open air. Before using again dip them into boiling water wiring out and flour we'll
 Tinware can be easily kept bright by rubbing 1t with dry flour applied with newspaper. Of course the tins must be previously well washed with hot soap and water.
 Again we are told emphatically that colcged laces upon gowns will be all
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

the vogue the present summer. It will be easy for women having old white lace to dye it to any desired shade. High heels, it is said, were first used in Persia, and they were introduced to raise the feet from the burning sand of that country.
 Lamps may be made to burn brightly by the simple expedient of placing q small lump of camphor in the vessel with the oil. This insures a nice bright flame.
 Why is first love like a potato? Be- cause it shoots from the eyes and be- comes less by pairing.
 Yolks of eggs may be boiled sepa-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

yelling trimmed with tucks and large box plaits, set off with heavy tassels and side ornaments in eastern tints. The bodice had bertha and cuffs of finely plaited silk muslin edged with guipure work. Stitched plaits formed the under part of the waist. The yoked neckband was also in plaited muslin. With this gown my beauty wore a fetching hat of black lace straw be- decked with flowers and ostrich tips in soft colors in keeping with the tones in the eastern trimming on the gown.
 Another pretty costume for spring is fashioned of thinnest cloth in 8 pale shade of blue with knife plaited skirt
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14
EDITH LAWRENCE.

very hot before using, but this is neces- sary; otherwise it will surely taste in the articles fried in it.
 Lace figures very prominently as trimming for the spring hats-narrow scarfs of black chantilly, deep cream and ivory white lace draped around the rim of broad brims. the ends hanging down either at the back or side.
 Equal parts of ammonia and turpen- tine wi, remove paint spots from cloth ing eve if they have been allowed to get dry, and hard. Saturate the spots thoroughly and then wash out with soap and water.
 Discolored hearthstones, and they
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

one on either side, forming tablier. Passementerie and tassels connect these bands and finish the sleeves and waist coat, falling over the draped black high belt.
 The tailor is not having it all his own way, for if the skirts in the strictly tai lored variety are in accordance with his fitness of things the coats are extreme ly elaborate. They are wonderful with intricate handwork, embroideries and
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

will sometimes become discolored with age, may be much improved by being whitened with a thin paste made of whiting mixed with skimmilk to which tiny bit of washing blue has been added. Apply this with a paint brush.
 Ecru linen blinds may be cleaned as follows: Lay the blinds on a table, we'll brush them to remove dust and then cover with powdered bath brick. Rub lightly with a clean duster, then shake well. and rub once again.
 Calve, the singer, and M. Jules Bois are said to have fallen in love with each other while mutually engaged m naAlAlt ntGdies. which fascinate both
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14
HOUSEHOLD AND GENERAL FEMININE NOTES.

Happy those girls and women who have even a small bit of ground to dig in and make beautiful for the summer and autumn. Health, like gold, is found by digging in the earth.
 To give starch good gloss and pow er add q large teaspoonful of turpen- tine to every quart of mixed starch.
 ssastsd peean and pistachio nuts are preferred by many housekeepers for afternoon teas and late suppers in f'tsec cf salted almonds,
 x little vinegar added to water in N lIich fisgi i1 boiled will make the fish
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

frmer and improve it's flavor. The ad- dition of vinegar to the water in which meat is boiled or stewed will make even the toughest tender.
 Keep stores of rice, cornf1our, etc., in closely covered tins and label each tin with the name of whatever it contains. This labelling is quickly done, and it will be q great saving of time whenever the contents of the tins happen to be wanted.
 Black stockings should be washed in warm soapsuds without soda and rinrad iii water of the same tenpera-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14
Two New Motor wells.

The newest motor veil comes in ths guise of chiffon mousseline spotted over with small black velvet medal lions, while to afford stability and strength, as well as adding to the gen. eral charm of aspect, comes a hem- stitched border at the lower edge and ends. Tn cream biscuit or any Of the fashionable shades this is most allur- ingly becoming veil. Tn close rivalry, however, follows chiffon mousseline overlaid with black spider web net, it's long ends arranged to cross over at the back and tie in front, these being ele-' gantly finished with black chantillys lace applique.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

house and carriage wear. Toilettes de visite are still made with trailing dra- peries' falling gracefully all round the feet AS a matter of fact, the well dressed foreigner never wears short skirt on gala days. Tn some of our skirts we are copying the medieval dresses which were gathered and plait- ed within several inches below the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14
something New For Evenins Gown,

Black or whites painted chiffon is one of the newest and most attractive of the spring evening fabrics It usually comes painted in blossoms and foliage. but a number of the conventionalized designs and nondescript effects are lovely.
 Probably the prettiest of all is the moire chiffon, which is seen in dainty colorings of green, pink and blue.
 When an evening gown is trimmed with inset medallions, nothing is moro becoming than to have a band of the same trimming mounted on velvet. black or colored, and worn as dog collar around the throat. It has the effect of jeweled necklace when worn on a swanlike neck.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

the spring. This shows to advantage the stunning waists one sees worn un- der the coats nowadays.
 Separate blouses are still woman's greatest friend except possibly the hair- pin, which from time immemorial has been considered her special ally, and with which weapon she is reputed to be ready for almost every emergency. With variety of blouses and several suitable skirts woman may look the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

waist. These skirts are usually trim- med with bands of contrasting mate- rial, the bodices worn with them being square at the neck and outlined with lace. The sleeves are puffed from the gatherings on the shoulders to above the wrist, where there are more gath CTS. The French stage is exhibiting many of these middle ages gowns, and very charming they are, to be sure.
 The human anatomy is certainly 8 most accommodating structure, and it allows itself to be turned and twisted into every conceivable shape. Take the matter of shoulders alone-a little while ago fashion required square effects, and, regardless of what nature had giv- en us, we all squared up most natural ly. Now the order is that the shoulder must droop, and, 10, we are as limp as rags.
 To come back to the spring gown, I saw a beauty the other day while lunching at Voisin's. It was worn by stunning woman with genuine reddish brown hair and lovely natural complex ion. mention the fact of coloring be- cause the tints au naturale are rare. We'll, the dress was of almond colored
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

piped at the bottom with tiny piping of silk. A blouse bodice is crossed in front over a chemisette and collar of embroidered lawn. The sleeves are wide at the elbow, tight little below and opened over the hand.
 Piping as a trimming is one of the novelties offered as a dress decoration.
 Black and white striped silk will be employed in this way upon bodices of plain cloth, but I cannot recommend
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

When dozen or so children are to be asked, little notes written by some member of the family are sufficiently formal. For larger affairs regular ''at home" cards should be used, with Juvenile Party" printed in one corner.
 A perplexing question to most host esses is that they have so many differ ent sets to entertain that it is not easy to give party for those of one age only. Most children have brothers and sisters who cannot be left out of the in- vitation. Consequently the guests of-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

ten include big boys from school, girls in their teens and tiny mites from the nursery.
 The best way to dispose of this mot ley crew is to detail one person to lead each group. The tiny tots, when possi- b1e. should have a room to themselves, and if 8 kindergartner is procurable
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

ing room. It is hardly necessary to say that as much space as possible should be gained in a room by moving all movable things and putting out of dan ger valuable china, as games when played are apt to become boisterous. If carpets are on the floor, they should be covered with crash - V
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14
I DAINTY | N EC K w E AR I T for SPRING

ADOPTING gives more style to a toi- IN let than pretty and becoming
 neckwear It is in trif1e of this kind that the successfully gowned wo- man places most of her faith, and if selected with care these little 'fixings'' will never play her false.
 Tn the sketch are seen three of the newest Parisian novelties in this line.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

All these empiecements are made of white mousseline, and the cravat ends are all plaited, one being single and the other two double. Persian embroidery, motifs of lace and French dots are the trimmings employed.
 Any one of the three can be made very easily at small expense by the wo- man who is skillful with the needle.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

Add a few drops of ammonia to the blue water to whiten the clothes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

No matter whether she is married at home or not wedding announcements should be made by the parents of the bride.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-03-14

@ W OW often one hears a mother
 say "I have offered my chil-
 dren almost anything if they " @ would give up the idea of hav-
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23
Death of Charles L. Larpenteur.

The many friends Of Charles l..
Larpenteur We're panied to hear of his
death which occurred in this city last
Monday afternoon. Up to few weeks
ago lie appeared to he in his usual good
health. Death was caused by blood
poisoning which resulted from car
buncle. Mr.. Larpenteur was 66 years
of age, nearly all of which time was
spent in Minnesota. He belonged to
that distinguished family Of early set
tiers that came to st. Paul and Mime
apolis about sixty years ago. At that
time st. Paul was but a mere hamlet
and Minneapolis barely existed. The
deceased had a great many friends III
this city. He was an earnest and
ardent worker in the cause of religion,
and everything else pertaining to the
welfare of humanity. He leaves a
widow and several children, among
whom are Rev. r. +. Larpenteur, o.
p, of Kentucky, Eugene l.. Larpenteur
Of the Security Bank Of this city, Mrs.
Murnane, wife of e. B. Murnane Of
the Minneapolis postofice, and
daughter who belongs to the Order of
tile Visitation, st. Paul. The funeral
was from Ascension church, Wednes-
day morning Rev. Father Larpenteur
was celebrant at the requiem mass,
and was assisted by Father Hartigan
as deacon, and Father Dugan as sub
deacon. Father Harrington preached
beautiful sermon in which he paid
most deserving tribute to the life and
character of tie deceased. The inter-
ment was at st. Marys cemetery.
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23
Catholic Chautauqua.

The program of lectures for the sum-
Chautauqua, to he held at the state
capitol, st. Paul, was announced
Thursday. The list includes many of
the best known Catholic scholars in
America, and covers a broad range of
subjects. The program includes the
following lectures: Prof. j. G. Mon
Afghan, three lectures, Germany. Eng
land and Russia as world POWERS in
trade.
Rev. w. J. Kerby, ph. d., associate
professor of sociology at Washington
university, "Thr Church and the So
cial Questions.
Rev. r.. T.. Shields of the Catholic
university at Washington, three lcct-
ures, Mental Development"
DR.. James j. Walsh of New York,
an eminent scientist. '"The Passing of
Darwinism," "Pastcur, the Greatest of
Nineteenth Century Scientists ana
Modern Science and Orthodoxy"
Thomas HonHvcnture Lawyer, Il
traveller and master of arts, three leCt-
ures, illustrated Japan, India and the
Philippines
Rev. Il. r. Graham of Akron, Ohio,
''The Soul" Government" and dem
oc1acy."
DIR. Humphrey Moynilnn Of st. Paul
seminary, "Evo!ution."
Miss Anna Caulfeld of the Chicago
Art Institute illustrated by color
slides, "Romc, Past and Present"
Golden Age Of Italian Art" and
Paris, Literary and Artistic"
Rev. Francis G. Kelly Of Lapeer,
Mich, "The Dream Of Equality and
''The Yankee Volunteer"
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23
TRAGIC DEATH AT CALMAR.
Timothy Ahern Killed by. Milwaukee
Passenger Train.

In the accidental death of Timothy
Ahern, at Calmar, Iowa, on Tuesday
last, there passed away one of the
most popular Irishmen known i'll rail
road circles. He was born in the old
land and loved his native country
well. He was also Il devout member
of the Catholic church and always
contributed literally of his means to
the cause of religion.
The deceased, for forty-tlfree years
in the employ of the Chicago, Milwau-
kee L. st. Paul road, and for thirty
years roadmaster of the Iowa 4 Min
nesota division, was killed while at
tempting to board train at Cresco.
Iowa. The train was already in mo-
ton when Mr.. Alern started to board
it. He had his foot on THE lower step,
when belated passenger rushed out
of the coach, and in his hurry to reach
the depot platform, struck Mr.. Ahcrn.
The roadmaster's hold Oh the railing
was loosened; he held on with one
hand, and swung around, falling be-
meath the wheels. His body was al
most cut in two. Mr.. Ahern was
about 65 years old, and resided in Cal
mar, Iowa, with headquarters at
Austin, MINI. The news of his death
came as a great shock to his many
railroad friends in this city. For tlli'-
ty years he has regularly visited Min
neapolis, up to two years ago as fire.
quently as twice Il week. He always
stopped at the National Hotel. BY
local railroad men he is said to be the
oldest railroadcr in point of service in
the northwest. The best years of his
life were devoted to the Iowa Il Mill
nesota division of the Milwaukee, and
the present eXcellency of this rail
road bed is attributable to the
watchfulness Of Mr.. Ahcrn. In the
performance of his duty as road
master. he Travelled approximately
100000 miles Mr.. Ahern became
we'll acquainted with prominent rail
road men, az although he often
was offered transportation to visit
other systems, he declined them.
. with the excuse that lie had his own
, road to look after. SO attentive was
he to his work that he would even
decline to devote any special time to
road officials who might be travelling
over the road. They would request
him to stay by them and discuss mat
ter, but Mr.. Ahern would Il little later
be missing. A search would find him
on his little stool at the rear Of the
train. In explanation he would say:
81 can talk the other business with
you at the end of the run. Now I've
got to try and find these jolts the pco-
pie are kicking about" Mr.. Ahern
was on his way to Minneapolis when
the accident occurred.
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23
and conccssioners' booths,

hibitors and concessioners' booths, Il
limited number Of exhibitions of Il
novel and instructive character will be
allowed in Industrial street. One Of
the most notable of these is Andrews
glass show contracted for. The COM
pany includes eight expert glass work.
ers and among the specimens of their
handicraft on exhibition will be glass
steam fire engine in full operation, and
Il glass dress shown on living model.
This latter is said to be a serviceable
garment and includes a hat to match.
Its value is put at $4,000. Finders
of Messages From the Clouds" in
the shape of envelopes containing
pass given for two admissions to the
fair on opening day should present
them to fair and carnival headquarters,
Elks' hall, and receive tickets for the
same.
Miss Leonore Michaelson made
gain at the count of votes at 10 o'clock
Thursday morning, which puts her 23O
in the lead. Miss Bonnie McAllister
displaced Miss Clara B. Crandall and
now stands third among the contest
ants. The full vote stands up to
Thursday,
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23

The new structure cost 100000 and
is one of the handsomcst in Minneap-
oils. 1t has a seating capacity of 900.
The architect is T.. j. Donahoe of ST.
Paul. A special feature of the struct-
ure is the altar of the finest Carara
marble, designed and built by Joseph
Conrad of st. Louis. 1t is in pure
Gothic style and is considered to be
far and away the most elaborate and
artistic altar in the west. It's cost
was $500.
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23

James j. Murphy, of Alhambra,
Mont, was accidentally killed in Il rail
road accident ON the 2Sth Of April and
his remains were brought to st. Paul,
his former home, for intcrmcnt. The
deceased was one the best Irishmen in
that section of the mountain state. He
was - years of age, and had been en-
ploycd as boiler maker by the Great
Northern road for 40 years. lie leaves
wife and family. lie was Il native
of Ireland Il dcv0ut Catholic, a good
father. May his soul rest in peace.
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23

Bishop O'Gorman of Sioux Falls,
"Fathcr Marquette, the Early Explor-
err"
Rev. J. II. Harrison of st. Paul, "Ihc
Triumphant Principles OF the Dcclara-
ton of independence
Rev. j. NJ. Cleary Of Minneapolis.
"Our Catholic People and the Sunday"
and Rev. Patrick DHncly of Mimcnp-
oils. "rhe Patriotic Citizen" Last
year the summer meeting was a sue
cess, and It is expected that there will
he Il still larger attendance this year.
The list of the lectures embraces some
of the lending scientists and professors
in the country. The sessions last
twcnty-one days.
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23
ASCENSION CHURCH DEDICATION
THE ALL IMPORTANT EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE TO-
MORROW AT HIGH MASS

At the High Mass tomorrow at
10.3O \. NJ, the new church of the
Ascension, corner Bryant and Eight
zenith avenues n, will be formally
dedicated with all the beautiful and
imposing ceremonies of the Catholic
religion. 1t will be day of days
for Father Harrington and the people
OF the parish. The work done by
priest and people in this parish in the
past few years has been simply mar
velous. To-morrow's event will crown
with glory all their efforts. Arch
The Irish standard., 1903-05-23

bishop Ireland will preach the sermon
ut the high mass. In the evening at
S o'clock services will again be held
and sermon by Bishop McGolrick
will be heard. Before Mass in the
morning a parade of all the Catholic
societies headed by the Journal band
and under the leadership of John
Meagher, marshal of the day, will
leave Henncpin avenue and Third
street, at 9:l5 o'clock and march to
the church. At all the services there
will be an elaborate program of music