Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1905-11-01
Selected BY Aleria .

Dear NJ. B. Friends.
You will all be glad to hear from so
many old friends this week. 1t is nice to
have so large family of nieces, and to
have them willing to share their good
things with us all--basiness points,
choice recipes, unpleasant experiences,
although connected with pleasant outings
ali these are generously contributed for
our pleasure and profit by Anon, Mrs. G.
NJ. w. and Esther, whose letters follow.
PORTLAND, October IS.
Dear AuHt Madge;
After running about for more than three
weeks have at last arrived at my winter home,
and very glad i an. The weather was more
beautiful than can express. 80 that my trip In
that respect was perfect.
New York was in all its autumn glory.
think the shops and the beautiful scenery were
running race to see which could Guido the
other. Broadway ls a wonderful sight by day.
and by night II is gorgeous. Such display of
wonderful materials and jewels. All, mel IL
is far better TO live In q more quiet town where
one cannot with for the unattainable.
We took some long rites to sec the country
about New York. Grants tomb by the Hudson
is most beautiful spot. situated on quite high
elevation. One can see 1t afar on by itself,
quiet and restfui.
Central Park is a wonderful place; you can
stay days and siill hnd new wonders. What
man can do in the way OF invention passes all
understanding. Brooklyn WAS included In one
Of our visits and Of course we crossed by the
bridge.
Perhaps some of the sisters win be looking
for ideas In styles. Let me see what / can tell
them The skirts are fuli-Plaied. box. plated
shirred, and the circular has come back, also
the deep noGnee and small nounce. The rainy.
day skirt Is short; the calling and visiting clear
the ground; the reception and concert, party
and big times are round train length. touch in
'front.'. on the siees, aid are four inches longer
in the back. The waists have small jacket
shaped pieces Of lace put inland tight girtles !;
also the open vest and quillings Of lace put
around the jacket. Buttons that vary from o.
to sl0o dozen are worn, but we can leave
those out. Shirt waists suits of mohair, eoiing.
henrietta are the things; put on all the lace and
ribbon you want to and any kind of jacket
will be fashionable, the short. long, medium
length and clear to the train.
wish 10 gay that my friend and arrived
safely home from the reunion" q trine dusty,
but happy, and we were more than glad that 1t
was go we could attend. To myself 1t was a day
Of real enjoyment. and such fun TO try and dis
cover who was who The dinner was success
can agree 10 that, and 1 know that my left
hand Deighbor thought so. Are you wondering
If the pictures came out at all good? Well. they
did. and II Ernie SHINES daughter Wishes the
plates she can have them.
Aunt Maria, your letters are as good as 3
story book to read. My sister and just sat
down and laughed over the last one. ! thought
had need Of the "hen's oil" when arrived In
New York after travelling two whole days In
the car dust. would like to come in some day
and help on the sewing. then you could finish
your picking. and possibly might carry one of
those bouquets and give john q help too.
With love TO all the M. BIS and Aunt Madge. ..
AMOS.
You are very kind to give US so many
ideas ON the styles, and your letter is very
welcome.