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Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
cENTERp1EcEs FOR THE TABLE

To be we'll set dining table needs
a centerpiece of some sort, whether
1t be flowers, fruit or simply dish
of bonbons Nor is it necessary to
have the table look attractive only
when there are guests. In spite Of
all the hurry and hustle with which
Americans are credited, they are be-
ginning to appreciate the value of
nice table appointments and look up
on asprettily decorated table as con-
ducive to good appetite. And there
is no doubt that this is really SO !;
many a plain meal is glorified by
spotless table linen and bunch Of
flowers in the center. The whole at
mosphere of the dining room is af-
fected by 1t.
AS a matter Of fact, 1t Is not such
an expensive matter to have CEN
terpiece for the, table even in winter,
for even then there is usually fruit,
and 1t is most effective to have bas-
ket or fancy dish of apples and or
NA@OSS' oh IhS JdDI0. IhOoL pOOplO III
these fruit-loving days keep sup
ply on hand, and as table ornament
basket of highly polished apples is
not to be despised.
Flowers Out of Season.
Some people object to forced
blooms because they think 1t spoils
the pleasure in natural blooms when
their season comes, but there is al
ways an easily distinguishable differ
ence between hothouse and outdoor
flowers which makes the latter all
the more welcome when they come.
Where the party at table is small
1t is never we'll to have high center
piece Of flowers. Conversation around
the corner Of large bunch OF flowers
is stflted and uncomfortable. Where
the party is large 1t does not make
SO much difference, because there are
other people to talk to besides those
directly opposite.
White lilacs are perhaps the most
delicately beautiful flowers of the
advance season for table decorations.
They are very graceful when massed
in large bowl or in tall vase, and
they light very we'll indeed, being
most effective as background for
handsome silver and cut glass. Their
odor, while fragrant, is so subtle that
it adds to rather than detracts from
their enjoyment in close room.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

Pigskin is, as usual, much in evil
dence in all sorts of bags and purses.
One Of these bags, of rather large di-
mensions as to length ld height, is
remarkably fiat, yet seems to have an
almost endless capacity. This has a
lining of purple silk, with shirred
pocket at one side, and contains a
cardcase and purse Of hand-sewn pig
skin.
Cardcases seem to be more beauti-
full than ever before, and one of the
daintiest is made of the lovely POM
padour leather in shades of gray,
lavender and faintest pink. This is
modulated with bit of gold and
lined with the softest leather in a
pure violet shade.
The small finger purses are back
again in many shapes and feathers.
There is no small purse as useful as
these, and they have met with a
warm welcome from all sides.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

got into shape at home with a little
trouble and no expense.
Lay a damp cloth on the baggN
place, fold the garment and lay IL
away for a couple of hours. Then
unfold it, place it upon an ironing
board, pull the baggy place gently
in every direction, smooth it with
the palm Of the hand, then cover
with a clean cloth and press fat. The
cloth placed between the garment
and the iron is to prevent the shiny
appearance, which is almost as bad
as the bagging.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
CARE OF 11NoLEUM.

Linoleum, while not an inexpen-
sive floor covering. is very neat
and durable ono.
Good linoleum, properly cared for,
should wear at least five years on a
kitchen or dining-room floor proVid-
ed. of course, that the usage is not
extremely hard.
In cleaning this floor covering the
fact should be borne in mind that
the dirt is only on the smooth var
nished surface and needs no scrub
bling with soap or other strong
agent to remove it.
Wiping with flannel wrung from
warm water or half water and half
milk, will remove all germs. A mop
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

the latest and most approved style
with black and white check braces
arranged with frilled epaulets and
detachable blouse, whirh is complete
in itself and easily replaced on oc-
casion by other blouses as preferreds
The cashmere blouse illustrated is
very prettily embroidered with crim-
son threads on the sleeves and collar
and finished with crimson silk bow.
Groups of small crimson buttons fornf
trimming on either side OF the
belt.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

the center of the front there is a
broad box pleat piped with some con-
trasting color, while the waist belt
is turned back on either side with
points to show a colored lining to
correspond. The collar Is of cream
linen, edged and inserted with cream
guipure, while the smart elbow
sleeves are finished with linen cuffs
to match.
A smart little frock in black and
white check material, . a size to fit
a child of Z. This dress is made In
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

straps of tweed and small buttons,
so that it can be worn quite appro-
priately with blouse, and without
the coat when the warmer weather
comes. The coat is also small little
garment, and is finished with use-
full detachable shoulder cape, effec-
lively trimmed with straps of tweed
and buttons to match the skirt.
A very smart dress is made In a
new checked duster material some
what similar to alpaca in appearance
and of exceptional durability. Down
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
BAGGY KNEES AND ELBOWS.

The conditions Of the knees and
elbows of many mems garments In
cline one to the echoing of the song
of rejoicing by the little street cur:
II am ugly and yellow and full of
feas,
But my pants, thang heaven! don't
bag at the knees"
Baggy knees and elbows are GER
tainly not attractive, and tailor's
bills are an item, but they can be
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

II every mother made It. a rule that
she and her daughters took a week
about to do the housekeeping, and
If she would resolve to sacrifice her
feelings to some extent--and even q
little of her best china and linen 10
necessary - while they are serving
their apprenticeship, there would be
many more comfortable homes In the
land. For there can be no question
that this would bo the best way to
teach housekeeping to a girl.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
 8 MebtzzxDY el5
p ;xKEzBEAzUT

quite too often, and in time will take. all
many hirsute tubbings, cleanse the scalp
with alcohol and water of equal portions.
This may be done between shampoos. Give
the hair a thorough brushing, which should
remove all the dust and dandrun-or q
large part of such accumulations Pour the
diluted alcohol in a little saucer and. by
parting the hair. rub 1t we'll into the scalp.
This will cleanse away the excessive oil and
will make the hair fluffy and clean. Alcohol
glowing baths will help the hair growth.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

is not good for wiping floors unless a
cloth is used to wipe the Dashboard
and molding after the mopping. If
this is not done the wood soon be-
comes streaked and dirty. A good
furniture polish applied twice year
will be beneficial to the 1inoleum.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

but costly neutrality-suspicious. Or,
perhaps they don't want the trouble
Of teaching, it may be, an unwilling
girl all those mysteries of manage
ment which they have taken long
years to learn.
1t seems unpardonably unselfish to
deny her the teaching that would
save her many domestic disaster
merely, because of the cost that some
Of her blunders might entail to moth
ers household.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Worth Knowing.

When wanted to use as a disinfectant,
carbolic acid will mix readily with water
IL the water is boiling.
Chamois skin slightly dampened with
cold water makes the most satisfactory
duster to use on furniture.
The ribs of the discarded umbrella make
better supporters for plants than ordinary
sticks, and are not so conspicuous.
Sweet oil forms a good dressing for pat
ent leather Apply a little with a small
piece Of flannel and then polish the leather
with a soft cloth.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
BEAUTIFUL PATTERNS FOR YOUR
PRETTY YOUNG DAUGHTERS
SUMMER WEAR.

These frocks are exceedingly prac-
tical, while they are at the same time
smart and dainty in appearance and
by no means extravagant in price.
The useful tailor-maa~ coat and
skirt is carried out in a tweed of
good quality. The skirt Is fully
pleated and smartly trimmed with
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
White Enameled Ware

White enameled kitchen utensils oftsn
become to all appearances hopelessly ruined
when food has burned them. Place a mix
ture OF strong soap powder and boiling wa
ter in such kettles, let them stand two or
three days on the back Of the stove with
out changing the water. then pour or the
water and rub the inside with soft cloth
All the blackness and stain will disappear.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

Darning a tear in wool or silk or
cotton material should always be
done with ravelings, and where two
kinds Of thread are used in making
the material 1t is we'll to use them in
tfie-same way in darning.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Red Nose.

A red nose is caused by many things
indigestion, weakened blood vessels. highly
seasoned foods are among the principal
causes. Bathing the nose several times q
day with this lotion will often help tt:
Tannic acid. 15 grains: tincture of cam
phor, s ounces.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Washing China.

Don't use soda when washing china orna1
mented with gliding, for soda will IN time
surely take off every vestigae of gold from
the pattern. Soap may be added to the
water with impunity and 1t will do the
work of cleansing without roughening the
hands of the operator. who in cold weatheg
especially, will find soda has very bad
effect on the skin.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

There is no better filling for needle
and pin cushions than sleeps wool,
as its oily qualities prevent the
needles from rusting.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

In cutting out, so some tailors say,
1t is better to cut with the nap up,
instead Of down, as in cloth. This
method is said to prevent rubbed
spots, the material retaining its
bloom for a much longer period.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
For Pimples,

II pimples form yellow point open with
a cambrio needle, after having run 1t
through flame. and apply hydrozone. but
do not press out the white substance as
this bruises the pores. Pressing out the
substance will very often cause unsightly
scars that are most difficult to erase.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Manicuring.

OF all times that Immediately following
the bath is the best for manicuring. Just
ms regular as clockwork-more so than the
work of some clocks-should the cleaning
and shaping and polishing Of the nails be
done when they are soft and pliable after
being in tho water
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Spots On Furniture.

White spots on furniture, caused by put
ting down hot jug cup, should be rub
bed at once with little oil of some kind,
linseed for choice, though paraffn or sweet
oil is nearly as good. Leave the oil on
some hours If possible and then polish.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Buying Thread.

In buying basting thread 1t is always we'll
to remember that basting thread OF
inferior quality is really a better invest
ment than the more expensive make, as 1t
is usually finer and less liable to leave q
mark on delicate fabrics
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
, Discolored Brass.

Where brasses are much discolored an
application of solution of salt and vines
gar is advisable before using the CUSTOMARY
brass polish. as the work Of polishing ID
much more quickly performed.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Superiuous Hair.

It is very harmful practice to pull these
hair out with tweeEers as It only makes
them coarse and often multiplies them as
we'll. The electric needle is the only meth.
cd by which the roots will be totally de-
stroyed.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
ODDS
AND
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EIN LID
Glass Vases.

Handsome glass vases may be kept free
from the accumulation of dust at the bot1
tom by inserting wad Of tissue paper the
color of the when 1t Is not in use. BY
taking this means of keeping them clean
the brilliancy of the glass is retained.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Cleaning Windows.

To clean windows easily DIP an old CLOTH
or rag in vinegar, rub 1t over the glass to
remove dirt. then polish with clean dry
cloth or a pad Of Newspaper.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23
Bath Perfume.

The various brands of violet perfumed
ammonia are probably as inexpensive as
any other method OF perfuming the bath,
though care should be taken not to use too
much. as any great quantity of ammonia Is
injurious to the skin.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

After the carpet is tackled down,
if 1t is literally sprinkled with salt
and swept with a clean broom the
colors will be frightened wonderful
ly.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-06-23

Don't Wash Hair Too Often.
shampooing of the hair every week
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28
END OF LIBEL SUlTsFAR OFF
Most Of Another Week Likely TO Rs Con-
Eumsd in thl Trial
OESSsOs Only WITNESS SATURDAY
COntradiets the Testimony of sherclin
and Says was Not introduced
90 Barrier by Hack
man Myers.

With two weeks already consumed the
trial Of the Dennlson S50VV libel suit
against the News promises to drag out
over the greater part OF next week. There
Is little prospect that the evidence will all
be In before Tuesday or Wednesday and
the greater part OF two days probably will
be consumed by the four attorneys in
arguments to the jury. Dennlson still has
the greater part Of his reputation wit
nesses to examine and as the rule decided
on allows him ten their examination will
consume some time. Contrary to the usual
custom a session was held Saturday from
$50 to l o'clock.
Tom Dennison, the plaintiff, was on the
stand all Of Saturdays session, his direct
examination being finished and a start be-
ing made on his cross-examination. His
direct examination consisted almost en-
tirely of denials Of the dispositions Of Sher-
cliff and George Burrisr. He said he was
never introduced to Burrler by Hackman
Myers, as Burrier had testified. and had
never known him until after the investga-
ton OF Chief Donahue at which Burrier
wac a witness.
In his cross-examinatlon Mr.. Van Dusen
covered the past life Of the witness by de-
tailed questions and also asked a number
Of questions concerning his alleged rela-
tons with sherclif, Burrier and others
whose names have been mentioned in the
previous testimony.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28
CONSPIRACY CASE POSTPONED
Western Men win Not BE Tried ut
Washington mt Present
Term.

WASHINGTON, April N-After argu-
ment today the Hyde-B Benson Dimond- shy
der land conspiracy case which was to
have followed the Herman trial before
Justice Stafford, was postponed until the
, fall term Of the court. The trial will be-
gin October a.
In announcing his decision to postpone
the case, Justice Stafford referred TO the
fact that the government had brought
sixty witnesses to Washington from Cali
fornia and oregon, He said he regarded
1t as a great hardship on jury, counsel
and court 20 have TO begin now a case
which would without doubt run through
the hot months Of the summer, and be-
lieved this hardship would over balance the
added expense TO the government which
the postponements would involve This
disposition Of the Hyde Benson Dimond-
Schneider case leaves clear the way for a
trial before summer of the case OF Mrs.
Annie M. Bradley. indicted for murder IN
connection with the death OF former SEN
ator Arthur NJ. Brown OF Utah, in Deeem-
Der last
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28

lace, which is very popular among the laces
Of today, Laces hold such a prominent
place in the feminine wardrobe now that
it is interesting to know something about
their origin.
Little is known of lace prior to the year
400, its invention being claimed by both
Italy and Belgium. Pillow lace is supposed
to have evolved form netting and net work
is spoken of in the bible. However, there
is no proof that lace was known in the
orient. While laces have been made for
great number of years still for long time
they wels confined to the use of the church
laces have changed in variety to such an
extent from one period to another that
writer's have classified them into periods,
so that an expert can tell at a glance,
where to place each style. So the first
style is termed Medieval, to 1850 during
which time the designs were made upon
curious figures, beasts scrolls and trees
either taken singly or in groups. The
geometrical style is second between the
years 1850 to 1890. During this period the
designs are made up Of geometrical figures
as squares, diamonds, circles or wheels
Third renaissance from 1920 20 1870. At this
time the designs, became more artistic,
flowers were arranged In festoons and gar
lands and combined with scrolls work
Fourth. the rocco, was from ITO 10 ITO
This period was distinguished by stin up
right bouquets set close together. Fifth, the
dotted style was. from ITO to 1870
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28

which accord to royalty special privileges;
nor is the mercenary trait Of recent growth
among our cousins; but the combination
has seemed to acquire strength yearly since
the death of Victoria
II is no business Of ours except inso-
far as we may deduce beneficial lessons.
The numerous divorces in our own high
society evoke much derision abroad but no
competent observer will maintain that in
fidelity is more common here; indeed, there
is little doubt that the reverse is the fact
1t is wholly a difference of method. We
wash our linen in public; they wash theirs
in private, II at all, and shield each other
from the comments Of the vulgar. Our
morals-speaking In the narrow sense in
dicated-are probably as much better as
their manners are undoubtedly superior,
and this must necessarily continue to be
the case until the American shall finally
learn from the Englishman how to play
the part Of the cucold with dignity and
contentment.
Our more brazen fashion would be pref
cradle but for the effect OF example upon
the great number who would be designated
in England as members of the upper middle
class Evidences multiply that frequent
combinations by those most conspicuous so
cially OF offenses against society itself have
encouraged tendencies in the smaller cities
and villages which would otherwise have
been choked at sight Such is the power OF
custom and the authority for good or III
OF those who sit in high places. We won
der sometimes how It would be II there
we're no morals at adjust as in some
places there are no olothes-George Har-
vey in the North American Review for
April 10.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28
WOMAN FALLS TO DEATH
Grand secretnry-TreasureF of Illinois
Eastern star Lodge Dies
in Peoria.

PEORIA. ILL.,. April 27-Mrs. Mate Ches-
Ter OF Chicago, grand secretary treasurer
OF the Eastern Star OF Illinois. was al
most instantly killed by falling down the
elevator shaft at the Mayer hotel at $3.50
this morning.
Mrs. Chester left her room on the third
hoor OF the building and from all that II
is possible to learn she must have walked
into the shaft thinking shat she was step
ping into the elevator She fell the three
stories to the basement at the foot of tho
shaft, where she struck on her back on
the concrete floor. She was heard TO moan
feebly, but died shortly after medical as
sistance had been summoned Mrs. Ches-
ter lived at 914 Warren street. Chicago.
Her husband Is employed by the city in
an official capacity and they have no chill
dren.
IL is said the elevator boy was not on
the elevator at the time Of the accident.
He said that he had gone to get n drink
Of water and the bell boy had taken his
place for few minutes. The coroner Is
making an investigation OF the accident
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28
MRS. GORDON PASSES AWAY
SUFFERS PsraIytIc stroke while Enter
ing Buggy and Dies in
an Hour.

Mrs. Charlotte Gordon, wife Of former
Police Judge Samuel I. Gordon, was
stricken with paralysis yesterday after
noon as she was getting into her phaeton
In front Of the New York Life building
and died an hour later at her home. SIS
North Forty-second street. She was with
her husband and daughter Mrs. Charles
J. zeibarth. and was about TO drive the
latter 70 the depot to take the train for
Fremont. AS she got into the buggy Judge
Gordon noticed a peculiar expression on
her face and asked her II she felt I'll. 81
am all right" she responded. but realizing
she was in a serious condition he drove her
at once to their home. An hour later she
died. Mrs. zeibarth Is the wife Of a travel
ing man and was going to Fremont to at
tend the Travellers Protective association
meeting
Mrs. Gordon was SO years old and had
lived in Omaha twenty-five years. She is
survived by her husband and three chill
dren: W. A. Gordon, president of the
Expressmen's Delivery company; Mrs.
Charles ]. zeibarth and Mrs. J. NJ. Wells
Of Sioux City, who has been notified and
will come to Omaha at once.
: The funeral will be held from the Grace
1sfN~et church. Tenth and Arbor streets,
Sunday afternoon at o'clock, with inter-
ment at Forest Lawn cemetery.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28
A woman undertaker.

Cleveland has the distinction OF having
the only woman undertaken In the United
States who is engaged in the business
alone, and devotes her whole time 10 II
There have been women in other cities dur
ing the last few years who for a limited
time, have carried on the undertaking bust
ness on the death of their husbands or
other relatives engaged In II. None Of
these women. however, remained in the
business long, and all OF them had as
sistants.
Mrs. W. E. CroIey Of 1914 Fulton road is
the Cleveland "undertakeress" She has
been engaged In the business for more than
a year. and she says she will continue in
It until she dies She is as enthusiastic
about IL as a young chorus girl who has
made a hit as a prima donna But what
makes her all the more remarkable is that
she Is IN the business alone. and does all
her work alone
From girIhood Mrs. oroley was brought
up IN the undertaking business. As she ex-
plains II, she didn't have TO learn It, It just
grew on her Her father was c. Rose
krans, who for thirty-fve years was en-
gagged in the undertaking business on the
west side. She used 70 accompany him on
his calls and when only Il years Of age
prepared a body for burias and took charge
OF all the arrangements.
Il intend 70 make thu undertaking bust
ness my life work" said Mrs. Croley the
other day. "Of course. am in the bust
ness 70 make money, but I am also In It
70 DO good. believe / can do a great deal
OF good in bereaved families There is no
reason why / shouldn't be IN the under
taking business. Women are entering al
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1907-04-28
NEW RESIDENCE PROPERTY
Subdivision in Southeastern Part OF
|. CITY to BE Graded and
sold.

A beautiful residence subdivision consist
ing OF twenty acres lying between Eleventh
ana thirteenth and William and Center
streets win soon be thrown open for sale.
after II has been transformed into a beau
tifui residence property The property now
ls In the toughest part OF Omaha, sloping
from Eleventh to Thirteenth street. and n
WIN be graded and filled. the slope being
overcome by terraces. To do this will
require 1920 cubic yards OF grading.
The PROPERTY Is all high and slightly and
Hes between the Tenth and Thirteenth
street car lines in a section OF the city
which win naturally grow IN the next few
years Work on the grading viii begin
Monday and IL is the intention to have the
grading finished by September l.
The property Is owned by the United
Real Estate and Trust company. The land.
seape and grading plans have just been
completed by Roy N. fowl and the grad
ing contract has been let to Lamoreaux &
Peterson.