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The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Remembered an Old Friend.

An incident came to my notice the other day which
reveals the tact and good nature of Mrs Kate Moore,
tho rich American woman who, as told recently in
this correspondence, the friendship of King Ed
ward at Biarrtz. Mrs Moore is staying at the lux
urious new Ritz hotel, which Americans to have
annexed She was driving in her motor in Regent
street morning lately when, owing to procession
of opponents of the education bill there was block
Of traffic. While she waiting there issued from
q well Unknown rendezvous in the street where ladies
take their II am. glass Of champagne, certain
man whose family are in the greatest grief because
she has developed into dipsomaniac. She walked
with more than unsteady step and already few
people had gathered to watch her. She was untidy
and slipshod, and her hat was awry.
Without hesitation Mrs. Moore jumped from her
motor, went forward and spoke to this woman who
had once been her friend "Come and drive with
me in the park, she said but to her chauffeur she
gave the address Of the person she had just
from making a scene. The party drove straight to
that point, and arriving Mrs. Moore was over
whemed with thanks and gratitude from the cul,
prit's family She had escaped and everyone in the
house had been searching for her.
There few women who would have rissn 50
finely to the pathetic situation as Mrs. Moore did
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Utensils for the Chatting Dish.

Useful utensils for the chatting dish are wooden
spoon and measuring cup Of glass marked
into halves, quarters and thirds. glass mug
is more Of an ornament than tin one. metal tray,
too, important-one that Is large enough to hold
not only the changdish but the spoons SALT pepper
etc, used for seasoning. The tray will prevent any
Of burning from the heat Of the lamp or from
alcohol that may be spilled Glass and porcelain jars
in numerous sizes and with tight very useful
for the chafng-dish closet Very good toast may be
made over the chafng dish For this purpose little
wire toaster covered with an asbestos mat is made
either with or without handle The toaster is placed
on the frame directly over the fame
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Wash Day in the House"

The finest club in Europe, as the house Of commons
used to be called has developed into wash house The
ing rooms sacred to members recently, Mr. Chamber
lain confronted by the spectacle Of Of the
labor members washing his shirt, while hanging
dow to window by screw in either shutter-wers
other Shirts socks and sundry articles of apparel being
dried The right honorable member stood in amaze
ment and demanded If he had made mistake
Nothing abashed, the occupant of the apartment ex-
planned he did not think so. But this being dress
ing room which was rarely used, he thought there
things" It seems there is law to put stop to
washing days. in the great house at Westminster,
so there is much excitement as to what is going to
happen and whether a special law will have to be
passed to prevent honorable members arranging their
linen to dry in general dressing in the house.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

You are so we'll proportioned that you may choose
almost any model you fancy. double skirt will
waistlne from plain front panel, the bottom fin
ished with hem and two tucks and the lower skirt
founce similarly finished and added to tho upper
skirt under it's hem. :
you prefer pleated skirt, then should have
it boxpleated into hip yoke, the bottom finished
with hem and tucks and the waist kind Of sailor,
lower portion of waist pleated to it and be brought
into deep belt Of white tan kid. Turn back the
neck in a narrow and finish with Peter Pan col
case of the double skirt, make the waist full from
plain round yoke Of the goods, tucking it twice
horizontally above the belt. Outline the yoke with
a band Of plain brown covered with rows Of cream
soutache BRAID and finish the band collar to match,
adding neat rundown lingerie collar. In either
case, fairly full bishop sleeves will be the happier
choice. The Peter Pan waist must have cuffs to the
sleeves turning back like the collar, the set edged
with little frill Of brown ribbon The other waist
will have sleeves ending in cuffs matching the collar:
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Lady M Cosby Letter Women Very Popular


with all the greatest surgeons In Europe would fill
goodsized volume. 81.
and II. her visit n
most informal way. The king, who ordinarily
climbs a flight of stairs if he can help it, tramps
ligiously two whole flights to Mrs. Arthur Paget's
apartment When asked to enter the lift, elevators
called here he invariably shakes his head and adds
that the wretched vehicle had been the OF
enough damage in its day. Many other visitors who
occupies entire floor, four rooms having been
recently thrown into one SO to give the patient
plenty of air. There is doubt Mrs. Paget's health
has been seriously undermined by this long series of
operations and those who have her lately say she
is thin to be almost transparent. She still holds
cut against the amputation Of the injured limb, and
says she would prefer to remain all her life invalid
than lose it, ~ :...s
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Stv1e for Sample.

~ EAR MADAM: Kindly advise me as to the MAX
B ing Of enclosed samples; the wolfe for a waist
A and dark sample for Dress I have plenty OF
material in both would also like to know what hat
s. feet inches; bust, 80; waist "a; hips, 40; have
brown hair and eyes, and my age is "a.
>Harweu. MIS- \.
Il take it that the checked wolfe is intended for
n separate waist and style, rather than prett1-
ness should be the aim in its development. should
make yoke cut tho bias, the lower edge forming
one very deep point on either side Of the front clos
Ing and one on each shoulder in the back Pipe with
the goods and add full lower portion Of waist with
under boxpleat whose edges are trimmed with a
narrow knife-pleated frin Of the goods Have full
puff sleeves ending in cuffs trimmed with the tiny
3rls and buttttoned to the Wear pretty lace
stock have Peter Pan collar OF the goods edged
with little frill, adding silk tie in cherry color
or pale blue. Taking the brown eohenne, L should
like princess skirt and smart little bolero or eton
coat Shirrings to fit the waist line from plain
front panel would become you the skirt trimmed with
a group Of tucks folds at knee length and sec
end group above the hem. A blouse Of ecru figured
net brown point desprit or lingerie will complete
q stylish house gown, while for street wear the little
coat will be donned. This could be made with few
tiny tucks the shoulders graduating to moth
edges rounded off, and an inverted taken out OF
the lower edge Of back in the center, finished with
brown gace silk collar, the front and lower edges
showing a piped band Of the goods and little silk
fussy cuffs Of the silk; then narrow lace fril in
ivory ecru will be added to all edges This would
be an extremely handsome suit, and hat In keeping
with it is suggested by mushroom chip, tr immed
with brown malines, pink velvet knots and pink
roses should like long tan gloves, tan shoes and
stockings, brown lace veil and parasol in deep
cream taffeta hemmed and tucked the edges or
showing scant sprinkling Of lace motifs.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Elizabeth Lees Answers to Questions

it's outer edge cut into points and finished with the
insertion edged with little lace frill Now either
shir tuck the lower portion Of waist and add to
yoke under the BERTHA and take into the belt Of in
sertion in similar way If you manage little
hand embroidery each point Of the bertha "a daisy
small leaf), its beauty will be increased. The
of the insertion. If you wish touch of color form
collar, cuffs and belt Of white beading instead Of the
insertion, and thread with pretty ribbon tying into
ribbon match. r9f. 5s%&&T% ~ r. #ftsk&z
glad you like my department, and If can
help you further I hope you will write again.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
A Spinster Hostess.

Miss Van Wart is once more back in London and
atho she is not allowed to do much entertaining in
the evening" to stay up late, she s decidedly bet
ter. Miss Van Wart who halls from Washington, has
the distinction of being the most successful spnster
hostess of any nationality in London at the present
moment. For some reason, which it is impossible to
explain, the hostess who is neither matron nor widow
is rarely success in London Ask why and one is
able to you, but it is nevertheless admitted.
The lady who presides at 80 Curzon street is
markable exception and her parties either in town
at Windsor, have been extraordinarily popular and
successful and left the most important married hos
tesses completely in the shade.
The king has frequently been the guest Of Miss
Van Wart at the chic little dinners for which she
famous before her illness. His majesty remarked
after bridge party at Curzon street. Chow does that
manage to keep unmarriedq She is 'one of the
jolliest and brightest know and expect she must
have hundreds Of 'offers.'"
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
To Remodel a Gown.

will s' nae u sses ike
ba Think an
Jacket Have IN yards Of new goods, forty inches
wide Can T make dress Of it, and howl
aeinch bust 27-inch waist 4lnch skirt length, about
feet inches tall. How I make white linen
dress for little girl Of yearsf She has dark
very much for your trouble and interest. We take
The Journal and are much interested in your
department. j. H. P.
South Dakota ~
The sample Of natural linen barred with blue is
very pretty, but am sorry not to be able quite to
understand what you wish in regard to the second
sample Of pepper ndsalt covert cloth. am not sure
whether this is the material referred to or
whether you have an additional liz yards on hand,
but new, of the dress linen. The length would not
make dress, unless you thinking Of the needs
Of the little 7year-old girl. Made with skirt and
bib or suspender waist you may find this length suf
fcient, but even then doubt 1t. r.. ID e
In remodeling the skirt could you not cut a seven
gored9 fancy the wide-back width will cut two
for the back Of the new skirt; that is, if all four
sides are straight From the description think the
front width will be wide at the top. IF this is So
then fold down center front to form inverted box
pleat but be to allow for this in cutting the back
width supposing the present skirt fits smoothly at the
top now Trim the bottom from the front width with
two bands Of plain blue linen, coming directly
the hem.
The waist should make a smart Elton, and viii
look well made quite plainthat is, without tucks or
gathers-on account Of the check suggested by the
blue threads Have it quite short, open fronts just
closing with single hook and eye at the bust, and
take out inverted in lower edge center back
Trim front and lower edges with band Of the blue
linen, and finish the v neck with blue linen collar
overaid with Of lace lingerie. Try and get
elbow sleeves as full you can from the material,
and finish with blue linen cuffs. Wear pretty white
waist, and your toilet cannot fail to be both smart
and effective.
Taking the white linen frock, naturally you win
wish model that will launder well. In fact the
palmer styles for children not only considered
in better taste but also really than more
elaborate models Take the full skirt into the belt
with gathers or small pleats just you prefer, and
trim above tho hem with insertion embroidery about
waist make pointed yoke Of the Insertion sewing
in rows, and outline with shaped bertha Of the linen
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

friends. She goes
on hoping that
each fresh opera
ton will enable
her to walk, but
hitherto she has
found that direct
~ the wound was
healed, it has to
be opened afresh
for the surgeon s
knife. On the LIST
Of August 1t will
be exactly two
years since Mrs.
Paget fell thru
the lift shaft in
her own house,
and from that
day the history
of her operations
and her expert
ences with all the
greatest surgeons
in Europe would
fill a good-sized
vo1,, MN
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
BY Lady Mary.

Special Correspondence los The Journal.
n oNDoN, July 2.-sPrincess Alice" as we have
dubbed Mrs Longworth, the presidents daugh-
~ ter, has picked up mascot and thereby hangs
pretty story. Soon after her arrival in London she
set forth from Dorchester house morning In
quiet brougham to do some shopping AS she
drove down Park Lame she saw two small boys with a
black cat which they were apparently trying to
strangle with piece Of string She Immediately
dered the carriage stopped and jumped out on tho
pavement. 80,
'Please, miss, we think 'e's mad - said the elder
of the urchins, pointing to the unfortunate cat and
we are going to choke im, as nobody can't catch
1drofoby from 'in'' .:.
"B you don't give the pusse to me at once," said
Mrs. Longworth, "I'u that policeman catches
you.''
This dire threat proved Immediately effective. The
two gutter snipes handed their terrified prey to Mrs
1ongworth and fled fast their small legs would
carry them off. "Princess Ace,' before resumng her
shopping drove back with the eat to Dorchester House.
She has christened 1t John Bull, and has announced
her intention of taking it with her to America, as a
mascot when she returns She says she is sure 1t will
bring her good luck.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
A Menu Suggester.

A California housekeeper has adopted novel idea
she calls "menu suggester" It consists of several
sheets cardboard tied loosely together Each card
is devoted to certain class Of food No. contains
list of the family's favorite soups, each writ
ten by the number Of the page in the cookery book
where the receipt is to be found. She says this
her great deal Of time and worry hitherto caused in
hunting up recipe, and it is easy to tell at
glance what is generally liked in all kinds Of Dishes
it adds great deal Of variety to the meals.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

ilved in almost complete retirement She has been to
every specialist not only here but the contnentj
has tried every conceivable "cure' from dieting to
electricity, but far without Some little
time ago she became SO thin that the doctors were
afraid that consumption setting in. That anxiety
has passed, however, but that is all that be-
living on milk and prepared food adapted to in
fantie dgestions She had hoped to be able to pre-
sent her stepsons young wife at Of the June
courts but now this is quite out Of the question It
has been put off until next in the hope that
Lady Essex may by that time be strong enough to
offciate.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Mrs. Law a Sensation.

Another American who Is causing sensation Is
the beautiful Mrs Law She Is the richest widow
(after Lady Naylor-Leyand) just now in London,
has been received by the king and queen and has
had the privilege of invitation to sandringham for
weekend, fact which proves great intimacy, as 1t
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
A Recipe Book.
A Unique Luncheon.

young matron who had asked six friends to
luncheon suddenly found herself without maid She
to her guests about the very important missing mem
Der of her household Before going to the dining
each girl handed ribbon bow, to which
attached safety PIN and told to find her place
by matching the colors at the places It did not take
long to appropriate the pretty aprons with the strings
Of ribbon to match each bow. They were made Of
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

friends She goes hoping that each fresh operation
will enable her to walk, but hitherto she has found
that directly the wound healed it has to be opened
afresh for the surgeons knife On the LIST Of August
it will be exactly two years since Mrs Paget fell
thru the lift shaft in her house, and from that
day the history of her operations experiences
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Lady Essex's Illness.

Lady Essex who used to be such a bright and par
tcular STAR has dropped out of society completely Al
time she used to be invited everywhere to meet
the king and of the popular of American
peeresses. An acute form of indigestion has
played havoc with her and broken her spirits well
as her health For the last couple of years she h8
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

is only special friends who are asked to stay at
husband was devoted to her that he made her prom
Use, even in the event of her remarriage, she would
this condition left her his immense fortune.
The suggestion is rather grewsome, but probably
worth the $250000 year which he left her for the
promise. ~&E ..~Es=. IT, Il. a=
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
An Apron Shower.

An "apron" shower given for bride-elect
bridetobe delighted with her supply Of aprons
that Nine. Merr hopes that such sensible Showers"
may fall upon many maiden fair
The hostess asked each guest to bring material for
any kind Of apron with their thimbles; the hours
from until 5. On arriving, the girls
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
Mrs. Paget's Pluck.

Mrs. Arthur Paget's indomitable American pluck
seems inexhaustibe. She is preparing for her ff-
teenth operation and yet is receiving her immediate
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

two sewing machines. There were two kitchen aprons;
two of dainty white, made long to the best
gown while preparing 'Sunday night tea'' two work
aprons with bibs and pockets three of lawn trimmed
with ruffes and lace for serving Afternoon tea,"
and with sleeves. Amid merry chatter and
change Of condolences dear to grlish hearts, the
hum of the machines and flying fingers, the hours
passed rapidly that when the hostess called ttime
the clock struck it impossible to realize that
ten aprons had been made and piled into basket
made by Holland peasant, and which henceforth
to be market receptacle for the new housekeeper.
maid brought in tray containing plate Of
toasted crackers with glasses Of iced chocolate, and
tea for those who preferred it. A plate of maple
fudge (the usual accompaniment to girls afairs)
had been in circulation during the afternoon; also q
dish Of sailed Jumbo peanuts.
A Recipe Book.
Speaking about 'tshowers" and ssbrides" reminds
me of recipe book that brought in on tray as
the last Of luncheon given for recent BRIDE
This book was purchased already illustrated by pic
lures Of the housekeeper at her various occupa-
tions There was ample space under each picture for
the recipes which contributed by the guests.
They were sent to the hostess days before tho
luncheon and she had them put in the book by an ex
pert letterer then each contributor signed her
As far as possible favorite dishes Of the bride
had been selected and she said in her far away west
ern home she was sure the book would bring to her
comfort and 'thome" thoughts than anything
that could have been given her.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

large colored handkerchiefs, and the point forming
the bib pinned up by the safety pin and bow.
were eaten the hostess turned to the guest at her
right and said: Look under your plate and do what
the card says And the little card bore this re-
quest: "Please remove the plates and bring in the
SOUP" Amid much merriment this accomplished,
the bouillon being already tray the gas,
which was turned low. Another guest removed the
cups and brought in the next Minute diree-
lions each card. The hostess did not find it
necessary to leave the table and the absence Of the
maid voted to have made the party great sue
Everyone declared that the aprons were the
most acceptable of souvenirs.
Games for the Lawn @
correspondent asks for games to be played on the
lawn, and for suggestions for "wish-bone" party.
Most any of the games played in the house may be
adapted to outdoors lemon race is great fun. Pro-
vide six lemons and mark off course. The point is
prescribed distance and return for another the game
is who carry the six in the shortest space Of
time prize is awarded the winner. Peanut ''hunts"
and the good old game of ''hare and hounds"
available for lawn parties.
AS for the 'swish-bo party, this is generally
given in the winter time, when turkey is often
served butt of courses chickens furnish the necessary
bones also. They saved and dried until there are
enough for each guest to be given one; then dolls are
constructed from them with corks for the bodies,
chewing gum for heads, etc., tissue paper making the
dresses. Gilded wishbones tied with ribbon may be
given souvenirs and ice may be served in
"wsh boneo moulds. And then there can be some
bones" pull for luck So, altogether, very jolly
time may be had at party of this kind
Questions on any subject pertaining to this depart
ment will cheerfully be answered reply will be
sent by mail if stamped and addressed envelope Ii
enclosed otherwise will appear in this coli
umn. Address Nile Merri, The Minneapolis Journal
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

secretary to the invitations which pour in
upon her by every post.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15
A "Rara Avis"

Tho Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe are at pres
die Of July The stories which have been circulated
concerning their intention to entertain in London
a large scale this have foundation in fact
They have no London house and have intention Of
taking The duke has always detested society and
the duchess to fully share his aversion to it
at all event the sort that congregates in the modern
Babylon. ..." - #.-:> .-.. ~
An American peerless with no end Of money who
has never given large party, has gone
to court except on the occasion when she was
presented on her marriage; has box at the opera
no London house. and prefers the society Of her hus
band to any and all forms Of fashionable distinction,
is certainly rara avis. ..E T.. - =.
I'VE are as happy as the day IS long" sne tels
being tragic disappointment to those who counted
getting lot of enjoyment at her expense. Modern
society has excuse for Darbys and Joans.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1906-07-15

how TO stave of their creditors and women with fam
lily jewels have risen to the eCsaion and done with
them the only thing left in the circumstances.
At this moment, not few daughters Of Irish peers
working hard they can endeavoring to learn
the art of making Irish lace and Irish crochet Some
have already become experts In order to give them
selves dress allowance, their only Of acquiring
it, Little does the smart Partisan and chic American
dream that the exquisite Irish embroideries which
adora their gowns have in many instances been made
not in the cottage homes Of Ireland, but in the an
cestra halls and wrought by fingers that have in them
the blood Of Irish kingsl <.'4