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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
THE HOME ITS PROBLEMS AND INTERESTS
THINGS IN THE SHOPS
WORTH KNOWING ABOUT
Attractive Bargain Counters Now Interest Both
Housekeeper and Summer Girl

Another bit of housekeeping made
easy" consists of the croustards. or
baked pastry cups which one can buy
at 81 cents a dozen at the delicatesJen
counters of the department stores. Hav-
ing been made by experts, they are sure
to be light and faky and undoubtedly
vii, be appreciated at their true value
b. housekeepers. who have to get up
entrees or desserts in hurry.
aIany OF the 9s-cent cIaret jugs in one
OF the silyerware departments are
marked il the handsome peacock
feather designs that distinguish the
high priced cut-glass. The top rim is
OF quadruple-plate. and they are neat
and tasteful bits Of table furnishing.
cutie good enough for everyday use, IN
view OF the many accidents TO which
ones best belongings are liable
Many of the bargain counters are
iaden with little trlnkets that are a
perfect boon to the perplexed whist
Club committees who have 10 select
lrizes for the game, that is enjoying as
treat a run at the summer resorts as
obtains all winter IA the cities. At the
Price IF % cents, one may choose be-
tween dainty little hand mirrors framed
in gilt and having on the back Tntnia-
lures which are reproductions OF we'll
known portraits of famous beauties. Or
tho miniatures themselves mounted as
pictures in French filigree are to be
laG for the same price.
In one Of the furniture departments
many "as is" goods will appeal to the
economical shopper who does not object
to a slight. easily-remedied damage
when the price has been cut down.
Among these are some Of the new tables
with tile tops. One is now marked at
T9S instead Of SlO.9 simply because
there are a few places in which the
marred and the pegs slipped out Of posi-
ton.
Polka dotted chiffon. in which the de-
signs are of the size Of a nickel. comes
in a lovely shade Of violet. and has the
decorations Of silk. 1t Is fOrty-five In.
ches in width and sells at S2.I5 a yard
for elaborate summer functions
Cigar holders at % cents a dozen are
neat little affairs. by means Of which
the man who smokes can guard effec-
tualiy against any Of the dangers likely
TO arise from placing the cigar directly
between the lips.
Reduced model gowns that have served
their purpose Of guiding the American
modiste through the maZes of this sea-
sons styles are now being displayed by
one Of the department houses al figures
which represent about One-half and in
some cases one-third II the former val
ues Dainty pale gray and the popular
champagne color are re presented In chif-
fon cloth as well as he perennial ia
vorite-snowy white. There Is also q
superb matron's gown Of black with a
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
Wholesome, Tasty Soup

Slice two or three large onions and
fry in butter or clarified dripping until
tender, but not blackened. Add three
tablespoOnfuls Of flour. and stir until a
little cooked. Add slowly a pint OF
boiling water, stirring until smooth
Have in readiness three potatoes, boiled
and mashed, and add TO them a mint
of hot scalded milk Put the pots.to
and onion mixture together: season with
salt and pepper. let il get very hot and
strain into a heated tureen. Sprinkle a
little chCUoed parsley over the top, and
serve with croutOns
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
MOTHERS AND CHILDREN AT
L0EFFLER HOME PARTY

The lawn Of the LoeffIer home on
Brightwood Avenue was the scene yes
terday Of a special picnic given by Mr.
and Mrs. William GUIDE and Mr. and
Mrs. Andrew Loeffler, 10 so or more
mothers and children.
The summer outing committee had
charge OF the arrangements. the selec-
ton Of guests having been made by
the Associated Charities. and two of the
social settlements.
The downpour OF rain interfered with
the pleasure Of the guests. and caused
a number 10 stay away. There were
800 lunches left over, which will be sent
TO Camp Good VIII this morning.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
The Co11ecf Veil

The correct length of chiffon veil on
a simple hat IS 10 have ends falling
about three inches after tying around
hat. and It is not worn as loosely as for
merly. IN fact, almost IS tightly as five
years ago The best style in chiffon
wells also is either q plain blue, a brown.
or a black with just the ordinary edge
Some are embroidered with polka dots
The floating fancy chiffon veil is some
times worn in the country in light colOrs
with an clab9rate large bat
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
Hot Weather Diseases.

Disorders of the bowels are extereme-
ly dangerous, particularly during the
hot weather OF the summer months
and in order TO protect yourself and
family against sudden attack. pro-
cure n bottle of Chamberlain Cole
Cholera, and Diarrhoea Remedy. II
can always be depended upon, even
in the most severe and dangerous cases.
and when reduced with water and
sweetened, is pleasant 10 take. For
sale by all druggists.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
DAILY OPEN AIR CONCERTS
BY BAND OF u. S. S. SYLPH

An open air concert viii be given at
the navy yard, daily, at p. m, by the
band of the L. 5. S. Sylph, commonly
known as the Navy Yard Band, s.
Bremen, conductor, TO which visitors
are cordially invited The following pro-
gram win be performed today:
March. Sammy ................ Hutchinson
Overture, Poet and Peasant" 80. Suppe
Waltz, "Impassioncd Dream" 49,. Rosas
Fantasia, "Traumbilder" ..-......Lumbye
Selection. Gems Of Stephen Foster
Tobani
March, "NaVaj 80" ...................Ol styne
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
THROUGH SKYLIGHT FOR PENCIL.

READING. Pa. July Fin grabbing
for a lead pencil, which fell out of &
window, Kate Mayer, fifteen years old
lost her balance and fell thirty-five feet
this afternoon through a skylght, and
landed on the edge Of Il metal pot, con-
tanning hot metal. in a newspaper office.
She may die
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
NEGlIGEE JACKETS AND SKIRTS
SUMMER WEAR FOR Chill DRENI
When You Select Your New Summer Hat Don't
Fail to Observe These Helpful Suggestions.

however, there has been found a remedy
even for these. For example, provident
with water colors. II il be blue she
mixes her paint TO the proper shade and
puts il on the straw hat with brush
If the hat is green she uses her green
delicate in millinery that il cannot be
duplicated in the paint 1OX. There Is no
doubt but that a box of good water
color paints are expensive. but il they
viii restore hats for many seasons they
viii soon pay for themselves.
If one must so shod with q costume
which cries aloud for bare feet and d
straw hat. sandal shoes are best. No
stockings are worn with these. Sim
plicily reigus as well in the thin second
best frOCks for little girls. These are of
dimity or batiSte. Organdie or nainsOOK.
Many OF the pTctticSt as well IS the
most sensible have low necks and short
elbow sleeves. The long French waist
and fun short skirt fri is a copular
way of making such a slip. Or the frOCk
may hang fun from n low neck. with
a bertha or other finish in wash en-
bTOiGeTy- The daintiCst of these are
made entirely by hand Hemstitching.
faeoting and narrow beading, through
which ribbon can be run, are about the
only trimming.
White is fashionable. as it always is
for children. alone, or in combination
with pale tints. White. covered with
minute polka dots. is a recent favorite,
and a great deal of the natural linen
color is used. The Russian blouse in
some one of its many diverse forms is
much used as a second best suit for
boys. For the smallest boys Of all. these
garments are made long, no trousers
being worn. For the yOungSter of four
or thereabouts the tunic is shorter and
Knockers are worn.
EverY kind Of summer material l. used
for sHeh suits, among the most stylish
being pongee, French flannel, ginghams
Of all grades, duck, linen, pique and
bunting. The necks are finished in a
number of ways. The plain Russian col
lar is employed; so is the sailor collar
with shield. the turnover Byron collar
with tie or the vest effect with revers.
These blouses fasten in the front or on
the left side, and may be entirely plain
or trimmed IN some fashionable way
as fine embroidery or cross-stttch-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12
SECRETARY SHAW TO TALK.

Secretary Shaw viii make an address
at Cottage Point. Long Island. on July
25. at a local celebration TO be he'd
there.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

round yoke of handsome white lace to
relieve its somberness at the throat.
Genuine Irish linen and genuine hand
made Renaissance 60 70 make up some
teacioths that are offered at S2.19 each.
one may choose between round or
square, the latter OF the 27xZT size. aad
the former with a diameter of - inches
The pattern OF the lace IS rich and strik-
ing, averaging about seven inches in
width.
All sorts Of desserts can be evolved
out Of the delicious canned pineapple
that sells al 40 cents in one OF the gro
Gerry departments. The slices are thick
and unbrOken, and the sirup IN which
they are conserved looks IS clear as
crystal They are appetiZinGiy put UP
in glass cars and sold as containing two
pounds.
On F Street one finds the newest OF
the heavy linen collars which are hut
uucomprornisin straight bands. intend
ed To pass around the neck and fasten
in front with big Windsor tie Great
.'eyeiet" designs from the decorations
together with fire vine or two. as a
connecting tcndrM About - cents "a
piece Is asked for them
4 spoon which is an ice spoon, or
sitting spoon OF a straining spoon. &c
cording as emergency arises. Is sold al
80 cents 1t has prettily embossed
handle long enough TO reach 10 the NeIE
bottom Of the lemonade jug in which 1t
is displayed.
For shirtwaist suits there is very
good brand Of pure white linen on inc
market which not only looks cool ana
crisp. but wears almost indefinitely, so
that IL is we'll worthy OF being Orna-
mented with h2nd-emDrOidery or French
knots, as many of the buyers are now
treating Il. At % cents q yard nimble-
fingered woman can get up an extreme
" smart suit a nominal outlay
The corset cover embroidery now be
ing sold at 40 cents a yard is a beautiful
combination OF Val insertings and
dainty lawn embroidery. From one and
one-half to two yards IS the pattern re-
quired. according TO fullness desired
A highly practical broiIer. which rem
ders chops. steaks. etc. possible, even
when one has but a hot plate" gas
stove is shown in one OF tha house
furnishing Easements. 1t Is constructed
TO stand on top of the flame, and, be-
ing provided with a sheeI-iron cover.
prevents the odor Of cooking from per-
vading the premises. Only &c. 10 is asked
for this decided convenience.
A great. generous fruit bowl OF an
odd and picturesque shape need not be
an expensive part Of ones menage If one
happens to light upon the Scent lot
now being sold in one of the china de-
partments.
Little underwaists. so cut as to give
great amount Of comfort and freedom
to the growing bodies and yet trim
set TO the outer garments can be-
bought at so cents each IN good firm
muslin, edged about the neck with ueat
lace.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

geo Jacket with skirt to match, is new
this season. y tremendously comfortable
little combination it Is Tor breakfast or
bedrooms of warm mornings II Is ar
ficuIt 10 have too large a supply OF these
dainty garments. Few women nave yet
completed their summer StOck-thercfOre
the original model suggested by the ar
list todayVmay be welcome. II Is of cool
French lawn, trimmed with imitation
German NalCnCiCnncs lace ana Insertion,
and with fine tucks put ia by hand. The
back and sleeves are cut in one piece
without a seam. 1t is shown in the illus
tratiCu.
Fortunate is comparison with the child
of even a decade ago is the youugSter
OF the present with regard to clothing.
Styles grow steadily simpler with each
succeeding season, and simplicity Is but
another name for solid comfort. Simplest
of all, and consequently most comfort
able, are early morning garments Of
good Old-fashiOned materials-HOlland.
jean, Bingham, denim-or of the more re
Gently NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS., cheviot, and
veSting. These wear out so slowly that
We speak of them as not wearing out
al all ROmpers and Overals form q
class Of costumes appropriate TO either
boys or girls
The romper is nothing more than a big
apron covering the frOck, or, III some
cases, worn without frock at all.
The little girls viii wear rompers to a
later age than viii their small brothers.
The wee man of the family usually de
velOps u scoTn for anything resembling
an apron by the time he is four years
old while the little maid contentedly
wears hers until her sixth birthday.
These cool affairs are made Of cOiored
linen or gingham. and are plain from
neck TO hem No trimming torrents
the sunburned neck or arms. and sleeves
are either the wide ones made for coats
or they are conspicuous by their absence
Overalls, on the other hand. the coming
man can wear TO almost any age, while
the little sister is apt to spurn them by
the time she Is five years old. These
come with high or low neck. with
for covering uD thin summer frocks
or suits. on warm days they may be
put on over the coolest kind Of under
wear.
The most fascinating specimens from
the point of view Of the tots themselves
are in farmery blue jean or brown Hol-
land.
A wise woman asserts that the sum-
rner hat IS a snare and a delusion In
one way, no matter who pays for IL,
and that is in tine fact that it win fade.
She also makes some helpful sugges-
tons. For example, she says that the
bit of headWear that Is brilliant blue
when IL Is bought TWO weeks later looks
dusty and a week later than that Is as
unlike its original color as can be m
agfncd II not only fades IN the sun,
but L gathers dust IN the most marvel
Gus fashion. When bat IS black = mas
been the habit OF thoughtful women 10
take shoe polish and freshen II up
White hats they have freshened with
Or9lic acid bit there seemed TO bc no
. colo n .afE
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

A spoon which is an ice spoon, or "a
sitting spoon. or a straining spoon. ac-
cording as emergency arises. Is sold at
- cents. It has a prettily embossed
handle. long enough to reach 10 the very
bottom Of the lemonade jug in which IT
is diSDlaYed.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

The corset cover embroidery now be-
ing sold at 40 cents a yard is a beautiful
combination OF Val insertings and
dainty lawn embroidery. From one and
one-half to two yards is the pattern re-
ouired according TO fullness desired.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

round yoke of handsome white lace to
relieve its somberness at the throat
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

A great. generous fruit bowl OF an
odd and picturesque shape need not be
an expensive part OF ones menage If one
happens to light upon the Scent lot
now being sold in one of the china de-
partments.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

Little underwaists. so cut as to give a
great amount OF comfort and freedom
to the growing bodies and yet trim
enough 10 insure certain perfection of
set" to the outer garments can De
bought at so cents each IN good. firm
lace.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

Cigar holders at % cents a dozen are
neat little affairs. by means Of which
the man who smokes can guard effec-
tuaiiy against any Of the dangers likely
TO arise from placing the cigar directly
between the lips.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-07-12

Polka dotted chiffon. in which the de
signs are of the size Of a nickel. comes
in a lovely shade Of violet. and has the
decorations Of silk. 1t Is forty-five In
ches in width and sells at $2.75 a yard
for elaborate summer functions.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1904-05-12
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SOCIAL AND
PER SONAL.

Yesterday was another busy day in
social circles, the teas, luncheons. din
ners and card-parties being more mum.
erous than for some time past Among
the hosts and hostesses were Samuel
NeWhouse Mrs Ira H.Lewls. Mrs, Rob
err Giendinnlug, Mrs. Melvin Sowles,
Mrs. G, w. Snow and others.
The function round which special In
terest conferred yesterday was the din
ner given by Samuel NeNhouse for sew
en- young society girls OF the city, the
ladies' being allowed 10 Invite their own
escorts, These fortunates proved 10 be
Mcssrs. win and George Lawrence,
Louis Mccormick, Walcott Thompson,
Jack R0yle, George Topllff and j. 4,
Goodwin, while the laules We're Mrs.
a, II, Walker Miss sherman, Miss
Laura sherman Miss Stella Salisbury.
Miss Gertrude MacGrath, Miss Emily
Read Miss Addic Zane, Miss Dorothy
Kinney,
Tomorrow night the Bachelor Maids
of the University OF Utah will give a
dancing party In the Museum building.
their chaperones TO be Mrs. J. r. Kings
bury, Mrs w. w. Ritter, Mrs. Byron
cummings MISS iNhNt VI ' lIllNIllt AlISs
Emma j. MCViccar, Mrs William NJ.
Stewart, Mrs, j. u, Mcknight, Miss
Anna Ioungberg,
Mrs. A. w, McCune Jr., has gone to
California 20 spend some time.
The wedding of Miss Clara Bailey
and Dr.. Enoch Van Colt took place last
night the ceremony being performed
nj the home OF the brides sister, Mrs.
Thomas f. Davis, Bishop o. II. Whit
ney officiating Following the service
reception was held, about 60 guests be.
ing present The rooms were pretuly
decorated, and refreshments were
served, a number of the friends OF the
bridal pair assisting.
The interest created by the Press
clubs entertainment at the Theater
last year Is being repeated and the
coming Shakcspearean burlesque Is one
of the chief topics Of discussion I'm So
clal circles, ana numerous parties have
long since been planned for It's enjoy
ment. The stalls ana boxes will be
filed, and outside OF this Will be many
others formed both for the opening and
closing performances.
Mrs. Graham i. Putnam, Mrs. j. c.
Hooper, Mrs Lulu $. Mayne and Miss
Copp will leave shortly for a European
trip.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1904-05-12
GOOD SPIRITS.

Good spirits don t all come from Ken.
lucky Their main source is the liver
and all the fine spirits ever made In the
Blue Grass State could not remedy a
bad liver or the hundred-and-one NJ
enects II produces. You can't have
good spirits ana bad liver at the same
time, Your liver must be In fine con-
dition II you would feel buoyant happy
and hopeful bright of eye. light OF
step, vigorous and successful IN your
pursuits. You can put your liver in
fine condition by using Green's August
Flower-the greatest of all medicines
for the liver and stomach and certain
cure for dyspepsia or indigestion. 1t
has been a favorite household remedy
for over thirty-flye years. August
Flower viii make your liver healthy
and active and thus insure you a liberal
supply Of good spirits" Trial size. Csc.
regular bottles, i5c. At all druggists.
q. G GREEN. Woodbury.. N. j,
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1904-05-12
KRAMER FUNERAL.
Quite a Gathering of Salt Lakers Pres.
ent at the obseQuies.

The Denver Post to hand gives the
following account OF the funeral ser
vices over the remains OF the late
George w. Kramer;
Crowded to It's utmost with people Of
all classes. was the home Of the late
George w. Kramer. whose funeral took
place yesterday afternoon from 1851
Logan avenue. The floral tributes were
beautiful and in great numbers, among
them being several pieces sent by min
ers in the employ Of the Utah Fuel
company, Of which Mr. Kramer was
vice president.
The services at the house were con-
Quoted by Dean II, Martyr Hart and
Rev Charles IL. Marshall, and at Fair
mont cemetery the Masons took COM
plete charge, At the house the EpiscO-
pal service was used. There was no
music at the residence,
The pallbenrers from the house were
Col d. G, Dodge, G, II. Schlacks, $. NJ
Perry, j. w, Gllluly Robert Law Jr,
J. A. Edison, George w. Valley and Col
Alfred c. Sharpe.
Inc MaNonlc ORDERS NulVn Conuucleu
the services az the cemetery We're ORR
ontal lodge No. 81, Denver chapter No.
49, Scottish Rites Masons: Denver COM
mandery No. 20, knights Templars, and
the blue lodge. The blue lodge Masons
were In direct charge OF the ceremony
Altogether about 300 Masons attended
the funeral The Mendelssohn quartet,
all members OF the order, sang during
the services.
Robert w. simons read the Masonic
ritual service, having beer appointed
Norshipful master The pallbonrers OF
the order We're; w, w Field, George
w. Valentine, u, ID. Mayo. Cromwell
Tucker Geo w. Yallery, w, d. Pierce
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1904-05-12
IF you HAVE DYSPEPSIA, READ
THIS.

The old way Of taking pepsln. bsmuth,
ETC. TO cure dyspepsia rs all wrong
They may be put up I'm tablets or I'm
liquid, the result IS just IN, same The
object Is 10 create artificial digestion.
but this does not make a cure Stop
taking the pepsin etc, and you have
your dyspepsia or indigestion back
again People use cocaine or opium for
nervous troubles and headache, It
does not cure, stop taking the drugs
and the pain and distress return The
only Common Sense Method rs to drive
out Of the system the cause of dyspep-
sia and sick headache, by cleansing the
stomach ana bowels at the same time
using "a medicine that win act ON the
liver This forces through the glands
Of the stomach the digestive fluid that
nature intended. I'm this way you cure
dyspepsia, The medicine that cures
dyspepsia by this method Is called DR.
Gums Improved Liver Pills. Drug
gists sell these pills at 25o per box. 1t
only takes one pin for "a dose,
For sale by y. C.. NJ. l. Drug Dept
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1904-05-12
A NARROW ESCAPE.
William Fording, a Bell Telephone
Lineman, Nearly Electrocuted.

William A. Fordng n Ben Telephone
lluoman, aged 2S had a marvellous escape
from death yesterday afternoon. lie was
on the top Of pole on Second East street
opposite the city and county building
taking up slack wire, when the wire
swung against the trolley wire on Fourth
South street instantly the full force OF
the switched current passed through him,
and the man became rigid and uncpn-
sclous Presently Fording was seen TO
topplc and fam to the ground, ~ feet,
turning two sommorsaults ON the way and
striking ON his stomach. The unfyrtu-
nate mans fellow Wurllmen hurried 20 his
assistance and cudouvurcd 10 resuscltate
him, while telephones We're ringing in cv~
cly cItction for a doctor. but there was
not q uCctor 90 be found, and when the
police Iatrol was sent for with doctor
Inc wagon showed mp with two policemen,
hut no doctor 10 is claimed mat no modi-
cal assistance could he found for two
hours and then Or, Benedict was located
and brought TO the scene, Tic found no
serious injuries beyond "a badly spralned
back and the man was sent TO the Holy
cross hospital II win be several weeks
before Furding can return to work.