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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
HOME BAKING.

Good and Simple Connections to Sat-
 isfy the Holiday Appetite.
 When in the course of the New Years home gathering and visiting the house is full of people, young and old, there are other repasts to be thought of besides the New Years replica of the Christmas dinner. Luncheons, teas and suppers all must have more or less festive character, and hardly anything helps out of every culinary emergency. so well as bountiful supply of cake. Crullers, doughnuts and fruit cake are old stand bys'' for the holiday supper table, and many homes, would be in- complete without them. Following are few easy and rather simple recipes for these:
 Inexpensive Fruit Cai- c....e egg, add cupful of sugar, a cupful of molasses, half cupful of hot coffee with level teaspoonful of soda dis solved in it; add, also, tablespoonful of butter to the hot coffee; then thor oughly incorporate into the mixture as much prepared mince meat, followed by two cupfuls of four, as makes it of proper consistency. Pour into deep, buttered tin and bake slowly.
 One Egg Luncheon Cake.-One table spoonful of butter, one scant cupful of sugar, one egg, one and one-half cup fuls of four, three-duarters of cupful of milk (scant), three-quarters of cup ful of entrants, one teaspoonful of bak- ing powder. Rub the butter to cream, add the sugar gradually, then the we'll beaten egg. Sift the flour and baking powder together, add the four and milk to the mixture, beat we'll, then add the entrants; again beat it up we'll and bake as a loaf or in small pans.
 Crullers.-Three eggs we'll beaten, three heaping tablespoonfuls of pulver- ized sugar, three tablespoonfuls of melted butter, nutmeg for flavoring and flour enough to roll conveniently. Fry in hot lard.
 Sugar Cookies.-Two cupfuls of but ter, two and one-half cupfuls of sugar. four eggs, teaspoonful of soda and flour to make stiff enough to ralI
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Plain Candies.

Taffy.-Two cupfuls of molasses, one cupful of brown sugar, butter the size of an egg. one tablespoonful of vinegar and, to be added last, pinch of soda. Put all together in a kettle and boil twenty minutes. Cool ill shallow tins and pull.
 Popcorn Balls. - In a large kettle make sirup with cupful of sugar, a tablespoonful of butter and three ta- blespoonfuls of water. Boil till the sirup threads. then pour in three quarts of popped corn and stir quickly till we'll mixed in. Take from the fire, stir a little while and when cooled enough shape into balls.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
NINETEEN TRUE BILLS.
More Indictments Found Against
 Dietrich and Others.

More Indictments Found Against
 Dietrich and Others.
 OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 1S.-The United States grand jury has made its re- port to the court, returning nineteen true bills.. Rhese include indictments against United States Senator Charles H.. Dietrich for alleged illegal leasing of building to the government to be used as postoffice, former Adjutant General Leonard W. Colby for the al- legged embezzlement of government funds, Daniel Gaines of Bassett, Neb., for alleged perjury in swearing falsely to homestead entries, former State Sen ator Elliott Lowe for alleged conspira- cy to bribe a United States senator, Postmaster John S. Mitchell of Alma, Neb., charging him with illegal sale of postage stamps, William M. Irwin on a charge of acting as agent for Mitchell and against R. M. Allen, president of the Standard Cattle company, for the alleged illegal fencing of government lands.
 The other indictments were similar to that against Allen, but do not in- volve extensive tracts of land. The jury reported it had further matters under consideration.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
"RUzzER" CAUGHT BANCROFT.
Brown University Student Detected
 In Theft by Electric Rig.

Brown University Student Detected
 In Theft by Electric Rig.
 PROVIDENCE, R. l., Dec. 1S. - Ralph B. Bancroft of Stoneham, Mass, who is in the freshman class at Brown university, was arraigned here on the charge of larceny.
 Ever since the college year opened the students who patronized the swim ming pool had been losing money and other valuables.
 Various traps were set, but none proved effective until an electric "buz- ger" was rigged in the swimming pool office. At the other end of the wire was a pocketbook, which was placed in trousers pocket and so fastened that to open the purse circuit would have to be broken.
 Bancroft was left alone in the lock- CT room, and few minutes later the ''buzzer'' was sounded. He got out quickly, but a marked bill, which had been placed in the pocketbook, was found tucked in the toe of his gymna- sium shoe. Having been detected, Ban croft confessed that he had perpetrat- ed the long series of thefts, the pro- ceeds of which ranged from small change in some instances up to $25.
 Bancroft said that his downfall had been due to cards and divulged that poker playing had become quite fad among the students.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Sealed Proposals.

BOARD OF EDUCATION, WATER
 BURY, CONN.
 Clerks Office, Department of Eudca-
 tion, Dec IT, 1908.
 Sealed proposals for the sale and re- moval of the Elm Street school build ing will be received at this office until 8:15 o'clock p. m. on Tuesday, January 5, 1904, at which time they will be opened and read in public at a meet ing of the Board of Education. Each bid in order to be considered must be accompanied by a certified check for $1oO, payable to the order of the comp troller of the city of Waterbury, condi- toned for the removal of the building within thirty days after acceptance Of bid. steam boilers and building ma terial below grade not to be included in the estimate. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. En- velopes containing bids to be marked ssBid for Elm Street School" and ad- dressed to Board of Education.
 J. J. FITZGERALD,
 Clerk High School, Waterbury, Conn.
 12-17-2
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

the basis of the very original toilet de luxe. Some of these insertions peep out through the diaphanous silk mus lin of the fiounces. Tabs of deep cream lace display traceries of gold thread and raised punches of gold grapes are conspicuous.
 Gold tassels droop from the looped up sleeve in greenish blue silk muslin. and the purse ends of the fancy front are divided by straight band of the same quaint moss green shades as the deep belt in panne. { The treble founced skirt of the din- ner gown is built in forgetmenot blue muslin over a white taffeta foundation It is finely plaited all round the waist and enriched with a formal silk and chenille embroidery. Along the van dyked edges runs a narrow cross band of straw colored silk piped with sil- yer and gold cord. At the feet white silk outings fill in the open triangles of the wide founce. Double rows of tabs in keeping simulate a short vest in front of the pointed bodice in silk muslin. Draperies form full short sleeves. with choux of muslin in a lighter tint. A Lalique jewel with pearl strands shines on the left shoulder at a short distance from glorious spray of roses.
 Velvet of unparalleled softness and freedom from weight furnishes one of
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
WOMEN OWE Jo ,~ EVERYTHING TO MEN By JOHN OLIVER HOBBIES
 Mrs CTalgle)

:: : :: 5 GM telectua professions and public life is because they ,AtM@SSM with much SUPPORT AND PRAISE
 could easily find existence too hard. We know have the beautiful talent of giving sympathy but they also RECEIVE deal Those who have emnence any department of public work have been trained and generously, unsefshly and devotedly, BY MEN,
 egns great have also been the epoch of saemen ladies of great historical crises their celebrity descriptions written of them by great mattresses great musical instruments great great scholars great a without exception first trained taught by It today and believe will always be
 WE DO NOT osEDIENT HAVE MORE LIBERTY AND OCCUPATIONS OPEN TO US THAN THE
 always glad to hear that much liked and pewer and hear they do they their knowledge because they do not UNDER STAND half the stuff they writing They think about other things We symbol, perhaps, of position in the understand half of nearly half of it. But do rule, tod and when commended for doing pretty well JUST AS HAPPY though of the situation We know not which clever of us, and do wish be, WHICH IS CLEVERER STILL
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Household Brevities.

Good housekeeping is applied human itarianism.
 A blanket under the sheet adds much to the warmth of bed.
 A little sal soda added to hard water will soften it when all else fails.
 A teaspoonful of sugar in the stove blacxing will add to the luster of the stove.
 Rag carpets find favor as floor cover ings in many houses now. They are of modern production, of course.
 Leather bags, etc, may be freshened up by rubbing them we'll with soft cloth dipped in white of egg.
 Various causes have been assigned for wrinkles around the mouth" Somebody now says they are due to talking too much.
 Often a good washing fin water to which ammonia has been added will remove much of the lackluster appear ance of silver, but when 1t Is badly tar nished there is nothing better for bur nishing than whiting and ammonia.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
NOTICE.

The Bureau of Assessment of the, City Of Waterbury in the matter of the assessment of benefits and dam- ages accruing to all parties interested by the discontinuance of that portion of Vine street which extends from point about 60 feet south of the south erly line of Locust street southerly to line of the Chase Rolling Mill Company as the same was accepted by the Board of Aldermen September IA, 1903, approved September b, 1903, made report to the Board of Aldermen setting forth that they caused reason able notice to be given to all persons interested in the proposed public i'm provement in all respects pursuant to the provisions of the charter Of said city to appear before them and be heard in reference thereto and that they fully heard at the time and place specified in said notice all persons who appeared before them, and thereupon they did assess and determine that the following named persons pay to the City of Waterbury for benefits ac- cruine to them and each of them by the discontinuance of that portion of Vine street which extends from point about 60 feet south of the south erly line of Locust street southerly to land Of the Chase Rolling Mill Com pany, the sum written opposite their names respectively. to wit:
 The Chase Rolling Mill Co ..$37.5o The Waterbury Mfg Co ....... 37.5o
 Total .........., ........... .S75.O0
 Report accepted. assessment of ben efits and damages confirmed and adopted by the Board of Aldermen December 14, 1903 approved Decem- Der IS. 1903, payable January 8, 1904, at the office of the Collector of Taxes, City Hall building.
 Attest:
 12-1S-3 NJ J. RYAN, City Clerk.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Chief of PGTlce fsudIy Wounded

NORTH ADAMS, Mass, Dec 1S.- Chief of Police William F. Dineen was shot, probably fatally, here by Police Officer Gardner Northrup immediately following the temporary suspension of Northrup by the chief for alleged in- toxication. The shooting occurred on the second floor of the police station, where the two men were alone. Off, cers on the floor below rushed upstairs overpowered Northrup and later re- moved Dineen to the hospital. His condition Is said to be critical. Four shots were fred two going wild. One shot took effect in the chiefs jaw and the other in the abdomen.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
HOMEMADE CANDY.

Is mastered this will be found an easy task. Here are Miss Bedford's tnstruc- tions for the same, originally presented in Table Talk:
 It is best for beginner to take but small portion of sugar at time, say half a pound, in measurement one-half pint. Put this over the fire in a very clean saucepan with one-hah of cup fuI of warm water. Stir only until the sugar Is dissolved or the fondant will be more or less grainy In about five minutes after boiling has begun take out a little and drop it into a small bowl of very cold water. Immediately plunge in the hand and see if 1t has thickened sufficiently to be rolled in a very soft ball between thumb and fin gers; if not, wait moment and test it again. These tests must be made rap idly. for the sirup passes very quickly from one stage or degree to another, and if boiled a moment too long the work must be done over again. AS soon as it can be rolled into a soft ball lift the saucepan quickly from the fire and pour out the sirup on a platter which has been slightly greased with butter or olive oil. Let stand until it is little more than blood warm, when, if properly boiled, the surface will have a flexible skin which can be slightly indented on pressure; if, however, it should have a granular crust, add to 1t half as much water as at first and it must be cooked over again. Its condition being right, it should now nsAsv sf1 1n1n spoon. It will slowly cloud, then thick en until it is too stiff to be longer stirred. Now take it up quickly in the hands and work and knead as if it were bread dough. Continue this for about five minutes until it feels soft and creamy, then pack it in bowl or wide mouthed jar and cover tightly, and it will keep unchanged for months.
 Whenever the candies themselves are to be made 1t will be necessary to have some havorings as strong or concen- trated as possible; colorings, which, in the form of color pastes, can be pro- cured from any first class grocer; some shelIed nuts and anything else desired, such as dates, figs, etc. While it is pos sible to purchase special tools, it is not necessary 8s small IOrK Will answer every purpose. Where paraffin or waxed paper cannot be procured, substitute fiat dishes, very slightly greased with olive oil or melted butter. Have a shal- low pan filled with boiling water.
 Tn cup or other small dish put a piece of fondant as large as an egg stand the cup in the hot water and with fork mash and stir until the fondant is softened to a thick cream The stirring is obligatory, as, if left untouched, the fondant will melt to g clear sirup. Add a drop or two ot favoring and the necessary coloring.
 Often a layer of chopped nuts ol sliced fruit may be put between layers of fondant Tn these and other ways many pretty variations can be made.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
IN THE HOUSE.

House Discusses Panama, Free Rural
 Delivery, Tariff and Pensions.
 WASHINGTON, Dec. 1S.-The house has passed without division the pen sion appropriation bill, carrying $13S, 150 100.
 While the bill was under considera- ton there was general discussion on Panama, rural free delivery, tariff and pensions, speeches being made by Messrs. Scott (Rep., Kan.) Miers Oem., Ind), Sims Dem., Tenn.l and Burgess (Dem., Tex).
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Dead by a Camp Fire.

MULBERRY, Fla, Dec. 1S - The body of Charles A. Davis was found near a camp fire with all the clothes portant positions with railroads and other corporations and was we'll known by most railroad men in the southern states. He was reputed to be wealthy, but was eccentric and had a habit of sleeping by camp fires He was thir- fy second degree Mason.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
A DINNER GOWN.

the fashionable materials of the sea- son. Guipure is used about the corsage, together with fur, while the skirt may be left simple, in voluminous folds. Satin gowns are again bordered with mink or sable, and ermine represents the evening fur of latest chic.
 AMY VARNUM.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
satisfactorx Portieres.

Double faced yelours portieres may be obtained in lovely soft colorings that will harmonize with almost any fit ments-old rose on one side and green on the other or cream color and green or old rose and ecru. These are very satisfactory to those with limited purses, as one pair does duty for two, xaya Art Tntsrchange.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
A Way She Haa.

Morton--Ts Mrs. Styles much of talker?
 Norton-Much of a talker? should say sol It is impossible for her to play solitaire intelligently, she has so much to say to herself, you know Boston TranscriDt.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
EIks' Notice.

Waterbury lodge of Elks will hold the regular meeting this evening in Knights of Columbus hall and the business will begin promptly at o'clock. All members are requested to be present Per order,
 JOHN H. CASSIDY, B. R. ID. l.. MALONEY, Secretary.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Chocolate Fudge.

Take two cups of granulated sugar, one cup of milk, one-fourth cake of chocolate. a piece of butter the size of an egg. Boil rapidly, stirring all the while. Y ts delicious If eaten while msarn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
BuNalo to Convoy 1,orpedo Fle

Buffalo to Convoy Torpedo Fleet.
 NEW YORK, Dec. 18-The United States cruiser Buffalo has sailed for Key West and San Juan, from which port she will proceed as a convoy to the torpedo boat fotilla ordered to the Philippines.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
For the New Years Dessert.

Split some large, well shaped Eng fish walnuts, remove the kernels and in place of them put some small trim kets of value or not, glue narrow rib
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

hO YOU want truss If 50 go to Water b bury Drug Co.,, corner East Main and Spring streets, and get the advice of an ex- perienced truss man. who has sold hun- oreds of trusses to satisfied customers.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
POPULAR PENNY. WORD ADVS.
FOR SHE.

EOR SALE-A large watch dog, reason. I able. or will trade for anything. Allen, Falls avenue, Oakville. i2-i7-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

DISTRICT OF WATERBURY, SS PRO -~ bate Court, Dec. 18th. 1903.
 Estate of Ethel Carnes of Newark N. J.. in said district. minor
 Upon the appl cation of John E. Mayer, guardian of said minor appointed as such by the Surrogate Court of the County of Essex. state of New Jel sey alleging that said minor is the owner of certain real estate situated in Waterbury and praying for authority from this court to sell said land viz land with dwelling application on file more fully appears. it is ORDERED, that said application be heard and determined at the Probate office in yater- bury in said District. on the 21st day of Dec A D. 1903, at o'clock In the forenoon, and that notice be given of the pendency of said applica- ton and the time and place of hearing thereon by publishing the same one time in some news paper having a circulation in said district
 By order of Court,
 James J. Cassin. Clerk.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
SURPRISE NUTS.

bon to enc end, fastening the two halves together with same. Heap in a bowl with other nuts, one gift nut being for each guest, says the Define ator
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

BROADWAY Livery. Boarding and Feed D Stable Two good cheap horses for sale and ono horse, weight l,2o0. F. C, Kilbourn, rear Polls.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

ENOR SALE-l will arrive in Waterbury II December IA, with FOUR THOUSAND CHRISTMAS TREES FROM MAINE. Wholesale and retail. All sizes. l2O to l28 South Main street. c. L. Elliot. w. August Stevens. agent. l2-lo-lO
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

FOR U. $. ARMY: able bodied unmarried men. between ages of q and 35; citizens of United States of good character and tem- perate habits, who can speak, read and write English. For information apply RECRUITING OFFICER. s9o Chapel St, New Haven, 66 State St, Hartford, 1922 Main St. Bridge port or 199 Bank St, Waterbury. Conn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

EOR SALE--.When looking for Plano IL bargains don't miss calling at our warerooms. A call will convince you that manufacturers prices prevail on all pianos sold at c. H. Percy & Co.'S, i45 Bank Street. Open evenings
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

DlANO BARGAINS-Upr Pianos for $ioo, $l5O. $2oo. $225. up to $500. Sold on easy payments, No collectors. Square Pianos, $25. $50, $75. Easy terms. Organs, $5, $io. $25. For genus inc piano bargains come to us. F. H. Lewis & Co.,, 24 East Main street. l2-lS-lS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
HOLIDAY SWEETS.
Pure and Attractive Homemade Cam
 dies Nice For New Years Day.

dies Nice For New Years Day.
 Dear to the heart of childhood and also to the children of larger growth" are the sweets of the holiday tide. In many households the home manufacture of these, with the help of the young folks and even the small fry, who can at least shell nuts, is one of the delights of the season Once the art of making foundation, or ''fondant,"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

M WANTED--Anyone looking for an over
 W coat. and to save money at the same time, to call and inspect our misfits. Also our lire of secondhand overcoats. many worn short time only. Wm. Possner, 3o3 Bank street. o-29-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

NV NANTED--Agent to canvass for Pl3-
 lures, Crayons and goods on the in- stallment plan. Inquire l27 North Elm street evenings. E. German, 1O-23-h
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
). LittIejohn & O.,
 Cor BANK and GRAND Sts Bargains in Bed Spreads
Suitable For Holiday Gifts.

At 69c-white Crochet Spreads, from
 $1. ..ef At 9Sc--Heayy white Crochet Spreads,
 from SIPS.
 At $1.1O-Extra heavy white Crochet
 Spreads, from $1.5O. At $1.79-White Marseilles Speads,
 from $2.25. At $1.9S-White Marseilles Spreads,
 from $2.5O. At $2.9S-W White Marseiiles Spreads,
 from $375. At $3.9s-Fine white Marseilles
 Spreads, from 50.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

WANTED-Horse to keep for board, W during winter. Address Boston ln- stallment Co.,. l27 North Elm street.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

WANTED-Everybody who owns dog
 w that Is of any value to his owner 10 cal on Younans, 25l South Main Street and have name, residence and registered number marked on collar. Collar alone will not protect your pets. 9-l2-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
Miscellaneous.

VENETTA-The well-known palmist and
 clairvoyant, located at 40 North Main street. is giving satisfaction. Many people come two and three times within a short time. She can give valuable advice on business deals and others. Will remain here until after the,holidays. l2-5-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18
TOILETS DE LUXE.
TWO GOWNS OF MUCH ELEGANCE
 ILLUSTRATED AND DESCRIBED.

The Increasing Luxury and Ele. Gance In Dress-GoId Again to the Fore - A Finely PIaited Treble F10unced Skirt.
 Evening gowns form no exception to ythe increasing luxury and elegance in dress, as may be rea&Eed from the two specimens here submitted for consid- eration.
 Shaded sea green silk striped with lace insertion or fancy galloon forms
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

EOR SALE-My home, No 56 Kellogg II Street, near Hillside Avenue The house is practically new, finished through- out in hard woods, four fireplaces. fine oak mantels, three bath rooms, two of which have Tennessee marble wafnscottings, tile floors and up to date fixtures, ceilings and side walls burlaped. Onaccount of leaving town will sell at bargain. smal pay ment down. if desired 5 per cent interest on balance. The location Is one of the very best in the city. which will be seen by visit to the place. 4 fine home for any one who buys it. Do not let this oppor- tunity go by if you are looking for home. For further information write me at Fulton, N. Y., JAMES V. WASHBURr1E.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

DlANOS, Pianos, Pianos, Pianos Buy A one for Xmas. We have an elegant assortment of the highest grades. Our prices are absolutely the lowest, and our new easy payment system will please you. F. H. Lewis & Co.,, 24 East Main street.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-18

NOTICE-Violins, Violins, Violins. We N have the finest assortment ever shown in this city. Prices range from $l.5o to $15O. Violin Cases, Bows, Strings, Resin, Bridges, Etc., Etc. F. H. Lewis & Co.,, 24 East Main street l2.6-l5