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The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Both Too Yoang for Marriage

Dear Mrs. Herrick:
am young girl OF Is years of age, and
I am considered very good looking by all
my friends. have been keeping company
with young man of 20 years of age.
think a lot Of him. and he loves me-
know. But as he has asked me to marry
was too young to marry, he has left me. and
is going with another lady. Now will you
please tell me what to do-take him back
and marry him or let him stay as he is?
P. L.
If the young man does not think you
worth waiting for. my own impression
is that the best thing you can do is to
in thinking you are both too young to
marry. Is he in position to support a
wife? Has he money laid away in case
of accident or illness? Do both families
approve of the marriage? Unless all
these are the case, think you,are wise
to postpone the marriage.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
This Girl is Nor ashamed of
HousesUork

How nice it is for US young girls to have
friend that we can turn to for advice.
For my part. know 1 need 1t very much.
I m a young girl. Is years old. doing house
but l found it better to do housework, even
II you don't have your Sundays free You
and room rent. We all know who have
tried it, that you don't have very much
left when you get through paying that.
But this. of course. Is not interesting to you.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

organization. 1t is not going to easy thing to
decide. We wish the to be sensible simple descrp
tve-and yet do not wish it to be something sck-
neyed that society shall like other
clubs and circles all the country is
to send in such the Help One Another Club"
the Friendly Sisterhood' the 'Hand-in-Eand
These may all indicate certain extent what wish
circle to be- have been overworked
to be acceptable. And something big
For the best name such society a prize of ten
dollars will be given.
The question also demands thought in the an
swerng:
What would be the best design badge?
want to be able to recognize another when meet
ton will bring Wherever girls wearing
shsdSa friendly feeling between them each should
club is to mean what for my part. hope it may
to each of
The badge should not be button a stick pin that
is easily lost but little clasp pin, conspicuous
as to command toe much attention. but that will SYM
bocal and attractive that girl might be
wear it ornament well badge.
For the best suggestion for the badge prize
dollars will be given
the girls all the country promptly put
ting their considering and drumming their
to think of objects and and designs that
these questions quickly. for have
something to yet So iisten
First The answers must all be received by st. Val
entine Day, the 14th day of February, 1905
Second. They be directed me- marked on
the outside, PRIZE CONTEST
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Send Stamped and SeH-Ad-
dressed Envelobes

letter lies before me in which the
writer reproaehes me for not having
sent her an answer to the letter Of in
quiry which she wrote me some time
ago.. Neither letter contained q stamp.
| wish to answer all the girls letters,
but l cannot do it personally unless
they send stamp for reply. Try to
bear this in mind, girls
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

find his own way to her heart? My life.
at present is all that God could give
Young girl, but am not afraid Of trouble,
and sympathize with all my heart with my
less fortunate sisters GiRL.
Thank you very much for your letter.
1 hope the two girls may see it. Yes,
] agree with you as to the desirability
of reserve with men. A girl puts
higher value upon herself by this po-
sition than by any other. Write to me
again and send me some good words
for other girls. 1t helps me to feel that
you girls are interested to help one
another.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Why Not Try Fine Sewing?

Your advice to other girls in the paper is
SO helpful thought would ask for little
myself
will give you an idea what I can do.
am 10 years old and can paint, sew and play
the piano little. l thought / might be
able to play at socials or small Dances but
I only get a chance once In great while.
I would like something to do that l could
be working at right along. r. E.
What kind of sewing can you dot
There is a good deal of a demand for
nice handmade undercfothing, and
there is a constant call among the peo-
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

pie / know for
some one to make
shirtwaists. L a s t
year / knew q
young woman who
and lost her money
after being reared
in plenty who took
to making shirt
waists. She began
with rather simple
ones, and went on
to more elaborate
and dainty affairs.
She also made ex-
quiSite little collars
and cuffs. At the
same time she was
doing this she WAS
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Earnins Money for Nurses
Course

Dear Mrs. Herrick:
Please let me know
through the paper
how 1 could e a rn
some money in the
evenings, as 1 would
like to take q course
at a school of nurses.
l have only half
the amount it takes
for a course. In
closed you will find q
lock of hair. What
shade do you think 1t
is. and do you think
l am a very bad
writer? T. G. c..
Give me some
idea OF what you
are fitted to do. /
have a | r e a d Y
spoken of address,
ing envelopes. l
take t h i S oppor-
tunity to repeat
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

1t is impossible for me to give the ad-
dresses of houses that give this sort of
work. Have you any especial aptitude?
It is hard to advise entirely at random
The hair might be called golden.
Your writing is neat and careful. but
not practiced.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Answers to Correspondents
Questions of Interest to Young Women
Answered by Mrs. Herrick

is thoughtlessness, and another is self
ishness. We prefer our own comfort
to that Of others. Yes. do believe that
most girls wish to become loving help
full women. But this needs about as
much study and training as trade or
a profession. Fortunately, it is some
thing every girl has the chance to study.
I hope they will all take it.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

not do this, have you not some aptitude
in some other way? There is a little
book know which gives suggestions to
wouid-be money makers, and l have a
list of the most prominent women's ex-
changes throughout the country, which
may give you some helpful suggestions.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

Others and to be
kind, patient, un-
selfish and sincere,
in order some day to
attain our Ideals
.Some day." that Is
the watchword OF
every young girl. and
that day must and
will come Surely.
we have our place in
this world. and we
should try to give to
II that which is best
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

giving music lessons. She did not make
a fortune by it, but she did earn enough
to support herself very comforta bly,.
Here is suggestion for you. Can you
establish something of the same sort?
Look about you and see. Are there not
some OF the other girls who can tell us
of similar occurrences that have come
under their notice?
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Why Not Teach Music?

Dear Mrs. Herrick:
Please tell me how to earn some money
l am in despair. l have been studying sing
ing for four years. and now l am afraid
If l cannot get something to do, I will
have to give 1t up / have done without
everything to study My teachers tell me
my voice is very good I may be able 10
get scholarship next year. but something
is what I need. My mother cannot
help me. My clothes all Worn. and I
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
When Introduced to Bride
and Groom

1 have just been
reading your letter to
girls, and will ask
you for a little adj
vice. l have an in
vitation to a fashion
able wedding, and I
am puzzled what to
say when introduced
to the bride and
groom. / am ac-
quainted with the
groom, but not with
the bride. I am q
young girl and this Is
nay first invitation. l
would like to hear
from you soon.
Thanking ou IN
advance. from one Of
II
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

your girl friends, D. Il. +
The simplest salutaticn is the best. If
there is a crowd about the bridal couple
when you go up to them, say merely, Il
hope you may be very happy" or Il
wish you great deal of happiness" or
something of the sort Should you have
a chance to talk little more at length
with the bride, tell her that you hope
you may know her hetter-since you
know the groom and size is a stranger
to you. Fine speeches sound stilted and
out of place on such an occasion.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
The Profession Of Kindness

Dear Mrs. Herrick:
Perhaps all girls Ike myself have an
en-. Each day we try to be better. to avoid
those things which tend to draw US away
from our ideals. STILL is 1t SO hard to be
good We can lavish our love the poor
very easily. and on the rich. who oftentimes
need II the most: but, most of ALL on our
associates. for whom. perhaps. we do the
least We should try to give pleasure to
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

= ?, = e~AAs CetA-A -
Sour girls,
X p.
iiard to an
asl q question of
HIS sort, when l
have no idea of
what you can do.
My impulse would
be to advise you to
get young people in
music, whom you
could teach t h {
rudiments of sing
ing at a small
price, so as to help
yourself along for
the time. If Won can
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

We pass through this world but once; and
any kindness we can do TO others We should
do now and not neglect nor defer it.
I wonder why we are not all little
kinder than are3 e. M. M.
think one reason we are not kinder
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
The Rules Of the Competition

Third THE SUGGESTIONS MUST BE WRITTEN ON
ONE SIDE OF THE PAPER IN INK.
These the essentials. Let me give you two
other points Try to be brief concise. Think
letters shall have read, and don't spread
your remarks.
Try to write distinctly. If you send your com
muncations typewritten much the better, although
that is essential if you will only write distinctly.
AS rule correspondents write gooo clear hands.
am happy to say.
So now, girls, to work If want your society
you do-it is worth while do something
toward it. want to hear from all of you.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
Does Keeping Com
banv" Mean2"
My Dear Friend:

MY Lear FrleIlu.
/ keep company
with a young man
that / think a great
deal of, and he has
always treated me
well. l have a young
lady friend, much
older than | am, who
is a very pretty girl,
a blonde. 1 am a
brunette. OF late he
has paid her much
attention. He went
SO far as to offer her
a box of candy at my
home. He t h e n
apologized. L don't
like him to act so:
he seems changed to-
ward me. l am %
and he is rs. 1 don't
know what to do.
Please advise me and
obliSe. Yours very
truly f q
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

These Are the Questions of the Contest, a Prize
of $40 to be Given to the Best Answer to Each:
What Shall the Object of the Society Be?-What
Shall it be Caled7-What is the Best Design for
Badge?
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

a while, and to borrow some things, too
Couldn't we be a sort OF circulating So
ais ali sorts Of things, from books to friends
Would such thing be possible? Anyhow,
that is my idea Affectionately.
Dear Mrs. Herrick.
The right kind of a society. it seems to
me- should be founded upon some idea Of
charity toward neighbors. We all grow
ing selfish and need the human touch
I do not know what the other girls think.
but it seems to me that there is so much
so full of our own pleasures. that we do not
think much of anything but ourselves.
Ssr society might be niGs and
alton as main idea Faithfully yours.
My Dear Mrs. Herrick:
I'd like, most of ALL to know how to make
my own living. Could the society teach
don't know how to do anything well learn
how? Give us the opportunity, mean?
ford to study Could ar yon e me how a to
work toward my goal? Aurora Leigh
said she worked with one hand for money.
what want to do. but I don't know how
to begin.
If we had a society. maybe other artistic
girls would tell me how they succeeded.
or we could sympathize with each other. IL
they had not. Your girl friend.
Dear Mrs Herrick:
I think IL would be simply beautiful to
band your devoted admirers into a club.
Call it the Christine Club. and have us
kind, SO that we may know each other
when We meet. am sure that few hun
dred enthusiastic girls, If all worked to-
gether, could do great deal to make
things brighter in this world. At least we
could have jolly time corresponding with
each other and comparing notes from all
over the country. I. for one. am heartily
In sympathy with the idea, and trust that
e. r. B.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15

OF others and to put yourself and your
own feelings in the background. Perse-
verance In this ought to help you get
the better of the difflculty.
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
What Some Of My Girls Say About Organization


Every
t.
you some h things %
II lg!
The Saint Paul globe., 1905-01-15
rs Herrick Thinks Of Betty's Suggestion
for Young Girls Organization

Shall Our Society be Chiefly for Fun; for Self-De-
velopment or for Helpfulness to Others, or Mix
ture Of All Three o-What Do YOU Need Most :
Put on Your Considering Cap-Your Suggestions
May Win the Prizes
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

calf and patent leather oxfords are sn vogue for afternoon and nalI-ui ..ss .ss wear. Heavyweight tan VIII pc ,.'I sII leading storm shoe, though many VII cling to the heavy box caif. Enaiv h., leather will be worn as heretolofe " the lazy minority. .,,nita
 The reign of the stiff-bosomed wni.s and fancy shirt. save for formal anu semi-formal functions. Is over, anu tne man of today ears throughout .ne yeac. except on such occasions. the sol.- bosomed shirts. heretofore known As outing shirts. The materials popuIar in the summer season are still In vogue although a little heavier in weight' Broken floral patterns in delicate tones snowflake effects in large patterns, solid whites with white figures in the weave, and pure solids in gray, snun. wash lavender, ecrue and turquoise are
 the chief colors now displayed in the haoerdasher's windows. Jacquard pat
 terms are finding much favor with those
 who wish novelty. Madras, oxtords and cheviots arc the chief fabrics. Flannel shirts in varied colors are coming to the fore. some with attached collars of the same material. Ths
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
PHILIPPINES TRADE.
More Favorable Showing Than Since
 American Occupation.

More Favorable Showing Than Since
 American Occupation.
 Washington Special.
 The statistical division of the Bureau of InsuIar Affairs today issued Its sum mary of the commerce o fthe Philip pines for the fiscal year 1905. in which 1t says:
 commercial conditions measured by the balance of trade make a more fa- vorabIe showing for the past year than during any previous fiscal period since American ocupation. With the excep- tion of a small credit in 1903, the record has been one of persistent and fre- uuently large debits against the islands throughout. In 1905 there is for the first time the considerable trade bal ance of approximately a million and half in their favor.
 'sThe result Is due to a decrease in the value of imports as well as in- creased values. The reduced imports are to be construed favorably as the decline Is considerably more than cov- cred by an enormous reduction in rice imports, and other imports show a con- siderable increase, with the decline of this heavy foreign drain on the islands resources for their prime necessity of life. The revival of Philippine rice cul- ture, as evidenced by these important returns, Is a most hopeful feature in the condition of the islands. The in- creased export trade, while satisfac- tory in itself, does not point to in- creased industrial activity for the year, and is to he attributed more to the fortuitous circumstances of good prices
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

cuffs also should be of tha same ma- terial and attached.
 The average man once he has worn a coat shirt will wear TO other. and these, formerly only custom made, can now be bought ready made in any Kind of pattern.
 Colored collars are to be found this season in the wardrobe of the smart dressrs They are for wear with pattern shirts and should be of the same color as the ground work of the shirt or a shade that blends harmo- niously with It. It should never show A figure. Many solid color collars will be worn with white bodied shirts. Tha resu- lation linen collar shows little change The poke style has trif1a more pokA The straight standing collar is cut A quarter of an inch higher In the front than in the back The winR collar and turn down win he in popularity for business wear The wines of the former will be pressed flatIv avav showing deep narrow opening. while inc turndown will be of moderate height Cuffs, while still remaining narrow usual- Iy. about two and one-half inches deen are to be bit larger than a year aRo --hs straight back styles wiH be 4ouaIlv cnrrsct The four-in-hand is the laa,lins crave, for both foymai and informal wear rsa knot is longer and wider than hsrseeSora
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

being from two and one-half to three inches wide, with either French seam or flowing end Flat effects and hard lines are av9td- cd fiuffiness being the chief effect sought. Large designs are reckoned as vulgar ana noisy patterns are banished. Deep tones of blue, green. brown and red form the sta ple coIors. while for more fastidious tastes lavender. ecru. gray and coral offer alIur- ing charms, while seIf-figured patterns will he in excellent taste. Elephants breath, burnt onion. ParsifaI blue and boiled egg are among the novel colors with equally novel names.
 Man like woman is becoming foolish about his hosiery and inviting pneumonia ana kindred ills by wearing mosouito netting around his ankles in the chill blasts of win ter Pride must take the place Of wool Tn keeping up an appearance of warmth. Tor the summer weight stock Is to extend it's empire into the realms of snow mere Is one innovation. however. that will bring tov to the heart of the economical man. he who wears hole in the toes of his SOCKS avery time he puts t:em on. For such there are sock with toe caps of soft kid The body colors for the season will ae deep and dark green, blue. plum, brown. red lavender and black. Shot patterns and covered floral effects and c1oclzed and brace let designs will be the chief fancy forms
 Varying shades of tan as usual give plenty of room for diversity of taste In gloves TOT day wear Single joint malacea. pimenta. natural oak saston vine. whanEee. black thorn hornbeam and partridge are among the woods from which the stick may be se- lected Anyone will be up to date in style sticks are now considered essential for those who make pretensions as to dress. with all forms of attire f.om the morninS sack 10 evening dress.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

women preachers there have been for centuries. Two hundred and sev- snfy years ago Anne Hutchinson, m Boston, began holding meetings among women of the Puritan church of which ehe was . member. proclaiming 70 these sisters that the Holy spirit dweils in every true believer and can and will guide those who have real faith and conscience. Mother Ann Lee founded the Shaker sect. Among the Fr3ends. or ouakers, women have al- ways preached. Gentle, sweet faced Lucrctia Mott, the Quaker preacher, was one Of the first in America to wake up her sex on the woman question
 Something more than forty years ago women began to be regularly ordained as ministers in this country. to soi-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
MEMS FASHIONS.
Some of The m Are as Whimsical as
 Those Of the Women.

Some of Them Are as Whimsical as
 Those Of the Women.
 To the eye of the average wearer the fall styles in hats show little change from last autumn. The silk hat is slightly belled. shows q moderately wide, wAll-rolled brim and has a felt band. Ire derby has medium. round- ed crown, the bl m being heavy and well rolled at the sides. Black and varying shades of brown will be the chief colors In soft hats the fall and winter will offer as wide range of choice as did the spring. The Alpine will be the leader for business wear and for knock-about and outing wear there will be the telescope and slouch shapes in nutria and black. A modified sombrero is rapidly becoming a most popular hat.
 The man who wishes to show indi- viduality in his footwear Will wear shoes with fancy cloth tops of the same material as his waistcoat. Fancy tops and ge Iters, which last fall and winter got firm grip on New Yorks feet, are now on the crest of the wave of popu- larity and will be worn more than ever this season. The medium pointed toe | a compromise between the razor and box toes, is the leading shape for the season. The gun metal pump, which | had its birth in the spring, continues l to be the proper thing for evening I drsss wear. although patent leatheI ! pumps are not out of the running. Box
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

for the two leading products Of the sugar being the only one of the impor- tant exports that shows an increase in quantity over that of the previous year.
 Export totals for the year 1905. with an increase of more than two millions over those of the previous year, ap- preximate more nearly to the figures of 1908, the record year of the islands ex- port activity The participation of the epnspicuous with an increased coRS sumption of insular products to the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

Did you notice your neighb0r's. hnirs Tt was shamp0oe and dressed at the Montgomery Beauty Pariors, No. D 5. Perry St. Under the direct supervfsion of Mrs. Mcintyre.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
AFTERNOON COSTUME
 OF PALE GRAY VOILE.

The afternoon costume pictured is of pale gray voile. The plaited skirt is trimmed with two rows of Greek key design carried out in silk embroid- cry. The close fitting pointed bodice
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

beyond that of 1904. After discount ing improved prices the figures show that the American demand had made substantial inroads on the previous source of supply of other countries, ab- sorbing nearly half the total exports for the year."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

The age of miracles has gone" declared the cynie NO. # hasn't" said the we- man My husband told me this ulornins that he noticed that was wearing iast ~ears hat snd gave me money to buy . new one "--Bslttnlore Anasricaz.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
WEDDING FLOWERS.

Roses, Carnations. Lily of the Val- ley. Orchids, Violetss Chrysanthemums' tion to out of town orders. Safe ar rival guaranteed at any express omce in the United States.
 ROsemOnt Gardens,
 Gsh0ne 200.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

has a bolero outlined with bands of embroidery. The short sleeves finish with frills of gray chiffon. The chemi- sette and choker are also of the gray chiffon
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
At the SIX and Dress Goods
 Department

New Plaid Silks for waists; yard <. <. 66c Moirs Silks, all new shades; yard II { $160 Chiffon Velveta, very swell; yard !. $160 2A in. Chiffon Velveteens for costumes, in
 shades just right. Radim, tho newest of the chiffon fsmE. Clifton bond Tatfeta Silks, in every nov shada
 A written guarantee goes with svery yard
 sold.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12

The eirsh cnsuelo 1885 when not yet out or @ handsom sue Anerc her cousin Miss Webb to Ralph
  the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
Handsome Furs.

Correct shapes and colors. Some specially pretty sets for Misses. Mink, fox, and squirrel scarfa and muffs. All
 in good quality.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-11-12
New. For This Week.

Eton Suits, the scarce colors at '. $ZI.5u New long wraps, black and grey.
 Another shipment of our matchless cravenette
 coats; at -. ...... .. .s.. $o1o