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The Washington times., 1905-02-13
Tzap for the Sick Room.

Sure to afford much comfort both to
invalid and nurse is a new serving tray
just put on the market. which costs
only 80 cents. II is laeauered. oblong IN
shape and provided with a protecting
rim, so that nothing can slide on IL
has a handle Ike that OF the ordinary
basket, and four feet, both feet and
handle being adjustable. SO that they
can be folded out OF the way when not
wanted The supports allow OF the tray
making convenient table for the per-
son compelled to partake Of meals sit
ting up In bed. This tray IS also very
desirable for serving refreshments IN
pariors, etc.
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
Il Handy Little Blouse.

Do you happen to have seen the town
and country blouse" that chaste and
delightfully."-. simple ideal in blouse evo-
luton? II is n severe tailored affair, as
trig and simple as a mans negligee
shirt, yet dainty and girlish in the soft
eolors in which it is exploited.
1t is made perfectly plain. with a very
shallow yoke across the back and shoul-
derS- The sleeve has no more fullness
than a mans shirt sleeve and closes
with q plain little wristband. There is
q soft, Iay-down collar, a box pleat
down the front. and a generous patch
pocket the left front, making ii
temptingly boyishi and becoming for
country walks and sports.
Those seen were in white, tan, and
delectable shades of blue made OF
pongee. fine flannel, and silk-striped al
batrOSS
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
4 kench Neck Finish.

It was distinctly French because there
was so much detail TO 1t. First the
band of soft white silk over that deep
turnover of pale blue crepe de chine.
much embrostiered in tiny vines and
Pompadour roses: then at the base Of
the stock, ia front. one of those friX-
olouE little French bows about TWO
inches big OF blue crepe. from which de-
pended two long streeas.ers of the crepe,
each embroidered on the end in the
pInks and greens, one end being fin
ished with soft silk fringe, and the
other pointed and ending IN a tassel.
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
4 Picture Wedding.

At a recent wedding the bride, gowned
III iyory-colored satin, had a large but
terfiy spangled with silver sequins set
on one shoulder where the train was
fastened TO the gown proper. At the
same wedding the bridesmaids were in
blue satin, with fichus and sashes of
white ribbon, and their large blue hats
were trimmed with punches Of crimson
roses. Their bouquets We're made Of
peoples matching the roses in the hats,
and were tied with chiffon ribbons os the
same color. The little girl attenG3nt,
also in blue wore an immense poke bon
net almost as big as herself
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
a Pzstifabke Business.

The doing up of fine underlinen is far
more important In these days than iron
ing a shirt. and good living awaits
the woman who cares TO learn this art
and practice il in the cities. When these
articles are washed and dried. the ruff
into weak starch and rolled down tight
Is. keeping ali starched and fine por-
tions inside Iron In about an hour.
First of all iron the sleeves, then the ruff
fies at the bottom. then the back, and
finally all the ruffles and trimming and
the; front.-Housekeep
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
wIRDow KITCHEN GARDENS

A woman who finds 1t hard TO get
enough fresh parsley to in toe
winter started little parsley bed In
a box, which she keeps in an upstairs
room window. liz this way she has all
she needs. and plenty for the extra bits
she likes to put OF dish to dress 1t up.
She has only to give it plenty of water.
and occasionally work the soil little.
The Washington times., 1905-02-13

Outside of large cities it is often
both difficult and expensive TO obtain
any perishable foods which are out OF
season. and the heavy storms OF the
past few months have greatly heighten-
ed the prices of all kinds of foods. The
menu presented today for the considera-
ton of our readers Is, or should be,
possible in any part of the country.
Barley Soup.
Beef Pot Roast. Brown Gravy.
Brown Potatoes. Creamed Parsnips.
Gold Slaw.
Cheese Fingers or Waters.
Pineapple Tapioca.
(SOfSpe
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
Spots on The Nails.

To remove white spots from the nails
make a paste of equal parts of turpep-
tine and myrrh. Spread on the nails at
night, binding a cloth To prevent its
soiling the clothes. Remove in the morn
ing by applying olive oil
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
OpaLs Affected by Heat.

The wearer of an opal ring should not
warm her hands at the fire, for opals
are easily affected by changes of tenn
perature and sudden exposure TO heat
might easily split them.
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
Cabbage for Slaw.

Either red or white cabbage can be
used for slaw. Take quarter OF a
large, firm head. trim away the central
stalk. and shave as finely as possible.
Beat an egg until quite light, add six
tabiespoonfuls of water mix quarter
of a faaspoonful of dry mustard, one
qua ter of a teaspoonful OF salt, and half
spoe,..fuIs of vinegar and add slowly to
the egg and water, stirring we'll Put in
u double boiler and stir over the fire
until thick a rich custard: If 1t
thickens too rapidly lift off the upper
boiler once or twice lest it curdle. When
done add a tablespoonful of butter, stir
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
To Prepare Barley Soup.

The bone from a leg or a couple of
pounds of shoulder or neck of mutton
will be ample for this soup, which de-
pends upon time and slow cooking for
its excellence. Wipe the meat, cutting
1t in pieces and crack the bones. Put
in a kettle with three quarts of cold
water, cover, heat slowly and simmer
for four hours, adding after three hours
cooking one quarter of a small turnip,
one-half of an onion, a small carrot ana
salt and pepper to taste Strain and put
aside until next day.
From the solid material which remains
pick out the vegetables and meat, being
very careful to discard all bits of bone.
Put through the food chopper, season
highly, add q spoonful or two of the
soup to mois1en and set away. Mixed
with an equal quantity of eoarseiy chop
ped boiled potato 1T will give savoFy
dish for breakfast Or supper. Barley
can now be had In two sizes-the pot, or
large grains, the pearl, or fine; the lat
ter cooks more quickly. and so is often
preferred; but either variety viii do.
AS even the fine requires three hours
an abundance OF slightly salted water.
the soup stock, the unused water can,
when desired be used in making other
meat stock. An hour before dinner next
day the solid cake of fat is removed
from the soup; It Is put in a saucepan
with the desired quantity of barley and
gently heated, then simmered for half
The Washington times., 1905-02-13


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The Washington times., 1905-02-13
Beef for a Pot Roast.

In selecting beef for a pot roast try
to have il cut as chunky. as possible.
where the family is small, and only two
OF three pounds are ordered. the butcher
often sends a long thin piece, which
cannot be cooked To advantage. Any
one of the se-cailed cheaper cuts, which
are neither too bony or TOO fat, can be
utilized in this dish. as the long, slow
cooking will give a tender. appetiZing
result
The Washington times., 1905-02-13

Pars.fps are a winter vegetable too
often slighted. They are valuable for
the sugar and starch which they con-
tain, but need careful and thorough
cooking to overcome the toughness of
their cellular structure. Scrape or pare
and boil in slightly salted water until
very tender For each pint make a
sauce with one tablespoonful each of
butter and -four, one-half of a pint of
milk. and salt and pepper to taste. Cut
the parsnips In dice or in slender inch
strips, add to the sauce and simmer to-
gether for ten minutes.
The Washington times., 1905-02-13
How to Prepare It.


When received, Trim off superfiucus
fat and as much bone-if any-as pos
sible Wipe with damp cloth. Try
out little of the fat in a frying pan
If an old-fashioned iron kettle is used
there is no need of two utensils. Lay
in the meat and brown it quickly but
thoroughly on each cut side. Transfes
1t to the larger kettle in which it is to
be cooked. Rinse out the frying pan
with a little boiling water and pour
hot liquid to make a pint altogether-if
there Is any beef gravy or stock or q
little strained tomato in the pantry 1t
may be added with profit, otherwise
water will do. To this there may also
be AIDED at discretion a small onion
stuck with Glove, a piece of carrot,
a bit of green pepper or some herbs
thus this simple dish may be greatly
varied in flavor. Cover closely, bring
quick. to the boiling point, then draw
simmer. keeping 1t at the same tenn
perature until ready to dish Allow
forty-five minutes for the first pound
and half an hour for each additional
pound. Have ready the requisite num-
Der of pared potatoes; three quarters
the pot around the meat. When barely
tender lift them out and take the pot
from the fire for moment Skim of
few spoonsfui of the fat which col
lects on tcp OF the liquid and put 1t in
a small pan. Heat and In this brown
the potatoes, turning them until evenly
colored. Have ready couple or spoons
full of Drowned -four mixed to paste
! with a little cold water; Transfer tbs
meat tC d hot platter, thicken and Dol
up the gravy, adding seasoning 10 taste
St,ai;i before serving
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
MANCHURIA
 FOR THE LAPS
Late Developments Do Not Look Good to
 Chinese.

Gunshu Pass. March 3o.-Recent Chinese arrivals report that Japa- nese are taking possession of Man churian towns by deposing the Chinese officials and replacing them with Japanese.
 The Japanese are taking up the administrative powers of all the important points in this manner. It is taken as sign that that gov ernment intends to claim the whole of Manchuria by right of conquest.
 Peking, March 3o-The Chinese court officials have been informed of the occupation of Manchuria by the Japanese i'll the towns captured by them. While nothing official could be gleaned by the Associated Press correspondent, there is reason to believe that China does not take kindly to its officials being deposed iE the manner indicated. An ap- peal may be made to the powers.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
LAST MAIL
 DEPARTS FRIDAY
Rush Orders Given to Carriers So That It
 May Get Out.

The last mail over the ice for the outside will leave Rampant next Friday.
 Carrier Schaber is expected to arrive from Panama on Thursday night. and the mail will be rushed so that it will be sure to get through.
 The following telegram explains itself:
 Eagle, April I2.-Northern Com mercial Co.,, Rampant: Instruct Mail Carriers Schaber. Harper and Behn to make all possible time with April mail leaving Tanapa to- day. Last [down-river] mail over the ice leaves Eagle tomorrow.
 JULES MARION.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
Russian Terr0riStS
 Plan for Slaughter

St, Petersburg. March 3I.-Thirty aris- tocrats have been condemned by terror ists to die a violent death, including Grand Duke Alexis Trepof, the chief of police, and Montoff. his assistant.
 The police raided one of the secret quarters today and found number of loaded bombs. The secret service men have secured information showing that the death warrant has been signed for a number of officials high in power.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12

Sir William Ramsey. the famous chemist who was cited as being convinced of the great possibilities of Shells process fer recovering gold from sea water. writes that he disclaims responsibility for such an opinion. He says that experiments at selected places on the coast showed one -thirtie,h of a grain of gold k ob,ainable from a ton of sea water. but nothing Is yet proved by the experiments to warrant be- lief tha, The process k potentially profitable London cablegram.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
Canal Commission
 Asked to Resign

Washington, March 79.- Every mem- Der of the Panama canal commission has been asked for his resignation.
 The request came from Secretary Taft. acting under instructions from President Roosevelt. The president is determined to have upon the commission only men who are above reproach in every way. He considers the matter of great na- tional importance.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12

Mike Laboski came into camp from No. & Little Minook, Friday afternoon. expecting to take quite a rest on account of the drift being flooded, Next day. however. Mir Peck sent word that the water was under control and Mir. i.aboski at once returned to his post.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12

o. \. Diver came in from the North Fork of Pioneer on Monday. Pay has been found ou the creek for a width of SO feet. with a possi. bility that it is much wider. Mir. Diver has gone to Fairbanks to look after his interests in that camp
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
PEACE NEGOTIATIONS
 A SIGNAL OF DANGER
Other Powers May Become Involved Before Terms
 Are Made.

St. Petersburg, March 2o.-Al. though Russia seems determined tc sue for peace, she is inclined to ask rather more than it is believed Japan will grant, according to the opinion of foreign diplomats.
 It is stated from an authoritative source that Russia has made known to Japan the terms upon which she will accept peace. These terms, i, is said, provide that there will be no cession of territory and no war indemnity.
 Thus far no reply has been had from the Japanese government. It is believed the communication from the Japanese government will be received through President Roose welt of the United States. Possibly England may assist. In that case the negotiations of the Japanese will be carried on through these two countries and the answer of Russia through the French and German governments. This may compli- cate matters somewhat.
 Paris, March 2o.-It is not be- lieved here that the United States will take an important part in the peace negotiations between Russia and Japan. It is represented tha, Russia's predicament a, home rem ders it absolutely necessary for her to cease hostilities.
 It is hinted from a reliable source that Japan has already intimated to Russia that the conditions of peace will be extremely rigorous. The refusal of Russia to accept the other terms offered has aroused Japan more than anything else. It is in- timated that the latter may demand $500 1000, 900 indemnity.
 Washington, March go Japan has been warned by a neutral power to deal with Russia direct in regard to peace terms. and not through any of the other powers. It is claimed Russia is only playing for time in order to renew the war when she is better prepared.
 There seems grave danger. more so than al any time since the war began. of the other powers becom. ing drawn into the trouble. Japan is looking b the United States and England to get fair play in case Germany and France take too grea, an interest in Russia's welfare. and relations tn certain diplomatic cir ..f.a .Ka satA tn hk. aifeaslv strained
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
Mrs. StanfOrd'S Will.

San Jose, Cal, March 3I.-The will of Mrs. Stanford bequeaths S. ,ooo, 900 to relatives, the balance to go 10 the Stanford university.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
St. Andrews Mission.

Sunday Services. Morning prayer and sermon at IT.. Evening prayer and sermon S;oo.
 Friday Service. Litany at 4 p. in.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12

Washington, March 5o.-fiayti Is on the eve of revolt. and Ameti- can interests are liable to suffer.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
Presbyterian Church.

Services at the courthouse Sun day evenings at : 30.
 NJ. F.. Koouce. Missionary.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
Mir. Cutting from Fairbanks.

MT. CuttlnS IrO1n falrDankS.
 s. A. Cutting arrived from Fair banks yesterday. In that city the new city council will meet and elect mayor from among its own members. Dr. Barnette, re elected, received the greatest number of votes at the municipal election and will probably be the choice for mayor again.
 Dan Callahan, pioneer on the Yukon river, is a member of the new council.
 MT. Cutting says that quartz from Pedro dome assays as high as ? cents to the ounce, and the people are jubilant over the outlook. The quartz property is not for sale at any price.
 The washup was to start on Cleary last Sunday. The water problem is serious one. and with an extra-dry season some dumps may have to go over.
Yukon Valley news., 1905-04-12
LYNN SMITH ELECTED
 CHENA'S NEW MAYOR
Arrivals from Panama Camps Who Were There After
 Election.

Andy Christianson arrived from Cinema last Monday. He says sum- mer prevails on the other side of the divide and the washup is al- ready under way on Cleary creek.
 In the municipal election held a week ago Lynn Smith was elected mayor of Cinema. Mir. Christianson could not name the councilmen. Under the system in vogue the name on the aldermanic ticket re- ceiving the highest number of votes is the choice for mayor.
 w. H. Porter, another ex-Ram- barter, is one of the new council men for Fairbanks. The other members could not be named, but MT. Christianson heard that Abe Spring and D. Petree were both defeated.
 MT. Christianson departed on his return to Chena this morning.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1905-09-15
INDIANA'S AUDITOR
 SHY ABOUT S15O,OOO
DAVID E. SHERRICK KICKED OUT BY GOVERNOR
 HENLY.

Charged With Plain and InexcusabIe
 Violation of the Law and Gross Be-
 trayaI of Public Trust-AIIegatiOns
 of Forgery Figure in the Case--De-
 faulter's Bond is in $1OO,OOO Held by
 American Surety Company-NO Arr
 rest Made. '..
 Indianapolis, Sept. 14.-Alleging that David E. Sherrick, auditor of state, is guilty of "a plain and inexcusable vio- lation of the law and a gross betrayal of public trust" in that he invested funds belonging to the state in private affairs, to the extent of about $145,0GO, Governor Hanly to-day issued an exec utive order, in which he took cogniz- ance of vacancy in the office and ap- pointed Warren Bigler of Wabash, as Sherrick's successor. This in effect amounts to a removal of Mir. Herrick, by the governor though the official statement is not made that way.
 The governor gave Sherrick until noon to-day to make his settlement. This was not done. and the governor, after having asked for Herrick's resig- nation three times, effected the re- moval. -
 Later Sherrick sent his resignation to Governor Hanly, who accepted 1t and entered an order appointing Warren Bigler of Wabash to the office of state auditor. Bigler accepted by telegraph.
 In letter to Sherrick, in answer to letter in which Sherrick had make a list of the notes, stocks, etc., held by him. as security for the money belong ing to the state that he had used, the governor analysed the assets in detail. The total amount. of this schedule was more than $1T2,OO0. Of this amount about $20,O0O was on deposit in bank
 Of the remainder aboiut s51,000 was lent on notes given by the J. H. Murry company, lumber dealers, which notes, | according to the statement of the gov ernor and his letter to Sherrick were forgeries so far as J. H. Murry Is con cerned The analysis further says that securities for an additional s6s,0O0 are practically without value. The further sum of $18,5O0 Is represented by notes that are said to be doubtful value, mak- ing. according to the governors esti- mate, the real value of the SIP, ,70S.S4 worth of securities only $3T,355.01, the difference being almost total loss.
 sherrick's bond on file in the secre- ltary of states office is for $to0,000 and was furnished by the American Surety company.
 sberriclk has not been arrested yet, and in his statement Governor Hanly did not say that such action was con- 1 templateed.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1905-09-15
CANADIAN TUG
 FIRES ON FISHERMEN
AMERICAN BOAT HIT TWICE WHILE IN WATERS OF
 LAKE ERIE.

Captain and His Crew Made Safe Run
 for Home, Afterward Returning for
 Their Nets-NobOdy Hura and Boat
 But Slightly Dnmaged-Fishermen
 Admit Poaching but Claim VigiIant
 Glasses All Craft Not Speedy.
 Erie, Pa, Sept. IA. While fishing near the boundary line of Lake Erie this afternoon the fish tug William G.. McCarter, a small boat of 15-tons, was struck twice by shots from the Cana dian cruiser Vigilant, which attempted to compel the tug to surrender.
 Captain Frank Handy, the engineer and four men were on the tug, but they were determined to, escape and made the run home in the boat. .s.
 The tug was struck once near the wa terline but the hull was only dented. The second shot knocked over ''the iron man." piece of machinery used in. hauling in nets. The men were not hurt. s, .y.- .-s@ =. .s D.
 The boat sustained such small dam age that just before dark Captain Han dy started out again to pick up the nets he left behind. The captain said that he was in American waters when the shots were fired, but many of the fishermen admit that they go over on the Canadian side regularly to fish at this season of the year. -%
 The Vigilant, 1t is claimed, comes down inside the Canadian line and in tercepts all tugs that are not speedy enough to get away. L -.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1905-09-15
WiIIimantic Honors Her Citizen and Hs
 Gracefully Responds.

Willirnantic. Sept. f4.An enthusiaa- tic republican caucus to name delegates from the town of Windham to the con- gressional convention which will nom inate a candidate to succeed Congress- man Brandegee, of the Third district. was held in the town hall here tonight. The four delegates chosen General B. s. Boss, Charles A. Gates, E. H. Hall and C.. P. Compois- declared them selves for Attorney General w. A. King.
 General King was present and was called upon for a, speech. He said he, appreciated the honor Of being named as possible candidate for the high place of congressman, and that, no matter who was elected to go to Wash- ington, he could not be insensible to the great honor of standing by the princi- pies of the present leader of the nation. He said he believed the honor should go to Windhan county. General King touched upon local politics, and his short speech was met with rousing cheers.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1905-09-15
BOSTON BROKER 4 FoRGEls.
Harry Clifford Brown Held in s2O,OOO
 Pending Trial.

Boston, Sept. IA. Harry Clifford Brown, a stockbroker of this city and a we'll known resident of Brookline, was arrested fate to-day by inspectors from the Boston bureau of criminal investi- gation on charge of forgery. 1, According to Chief Inspector William B. watts, the Trust companies, other corporations and individuals claim to have lost total of $75,000 through transactions with Brown.
 Bail was first fixed at $SO0O, but in view of other charges: pending the of ficials raised the amount to $2O,000. Brown has a mother and brother in Webster, Mass, and they came to the city tonight prepared to furnish bonds for sSo00. When they learned that the bail had been increased they reluctant ly left police headquarters and the &C., cused men remained locked up over night. aa.ss .f 5~ ...,~s * a..gF .ir9t
 Brown has wife and two sons. The police say that he has been doing a profitable business as stockbroker but had been speeulating heavily on his own account A 4 Y
The daily morning journal and courier., 1905-09-15
HAVING IN CELL
Presidents Recent Visitor Declared In-
 sane and Committed.


 MineoIa, L. l., Sept, 14.-Isaac scha- mus, the young Russian who was ar rested at Oyster Bay Tuesday after having made efforts to see. the presi- dent, in order to present to him plan for handling the anthracite coal out put, to-day was declared insane after az examination by physicians, and will be taken to the asylum at Central Islip as soon as commitment papers caE be executed.
 Since his arrival here, Schamus' con dition has grown constantly worse, and he has spent most of the time raviEg in his cell. He has celled often for pencil and paper and when furnished these has invariably written letter to President Roosevelt. In one of these he said he had a plaE by which the president could purify Tammany Hall. In another he asks the president to or der the soldiers to treat him kindly.
 Schamus, deelainling at intervals of the day and night, apparently has lost sight of the coal problem, which led to his arrest, and has branched off to other topics Involving capital and la bor.
 The examining physicians say Scha- mus is suffering from acute dementia, due to oyerstudy. They believe he can be cured under proper treatment.