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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
CITY NEWS.

Frank oPrter. em, ,ployed in George Harrington's cigar store. was arrest ed this morning and is charged with theft. being accused of stealing some change from his employer.
 Daniel Campbell. the faithful gate tender at the railroad crossing on Bank street and a teamster in the em- ploy of John Gaffney had an exchange of courtesies this afternoon which probably would have ended in blows only the drivers horses would not stand and the cars kept rolling in and out keeping the gate tender on the jump until the other fellow got out out the way. The man with the team got inside the gates and was about to drive across the tracks when Camp bell yelled at him and he pulled up just in time Co avoid a collision with the switciicr Then the two men com menced to talk back tO each others.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Famine and Earthquakes.

ConstantInople, May 1.-Earth- quakes and famine are causing great distress in the iBtlis district of Turkish Armenia. A dispatch re- ceived from there April 30 said that earthshocks were still being felt there. accompanied by terrific thun- der storms which had wrought much havoc. The food supplies were in- adequate. The government authori- ties are furnishing little relief. ex- cept In rebuilding fallen structures.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
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VICTORIA. B. C.. May Lon the ar rival here of General Baron Kuroki and party they were received with a salute of seventeen guns from the for tiHcatfous at Work point and a Tuard of honor ueutenant Governor Duns- muir weIcomea the party on behalf o< ffse Canadian Eorernue1t and InFif- ed Gseerzl Kuruki and party to Iunch e,n Tke Isbsnese had q proceszior znf u<z<u--iux cs,eh-zfiun-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Correct Fabric and Correctly Tailored
 Garments.

Whether the day calls for an Over- coat or Sack Suit, it is worth your while to know that you will find the Correct Fabric here and that any garments we make for you are Cor rectly tailored.
 We aim to secure the patronage of the man who is looking for Correct Fabric and Correctly Tailored gar ments.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Trains Were Blocked.

Winsted. May 1.-The railroad tracks were blocked to-day for about forty-five minutes by six large stones which were on the tracks. The stones were finally removed by charging with dynamite and break ing. The stones fell from bank just before the Bridgeport train ar rived.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Clergy VIII Abstain.

Orleans, France. May 1.-In con- sequence of the decision of the mu- nicipal authorities to permit Free Masons to participate in the annual Joan of Arc festival. May s, the clergy will abstain from participa- ton in the ceremonies and will or ganize a separate celebration at the cathedral May 12.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Dodse a Persistent speea.r.

YoNKERs. \. r.. May 1.-wnlIam E. Dodge of New York. son of the phi lanthropIst. William Earl Dodge. and son-En-law of Henry T. Sloane. the millionaire carpet manufacturer. was sentenced to serve q ten day term in prison. in addition to paying q fine Of s100. for automobile speeding. Dodge had been arrested twice before for the same ofreuse.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Strike at Chicago Plant.

Chicago. May 1.-The. first strike ushering in May day In Chicago was called yesterday on the new plant of the Western Electric company To- cated at Hawthorne. It was sym pathetic in nature. Because of a grievance of the Electricians union against the company. several hundred building mechanics walked out un- der orders from the Associated Build ing trades.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
In Charge of Detective.

New York, May 1.--George B. Scrugham, manager of the Interna- tional Policyholders' committee, who was arrested in Albany last night on conspiracy charges growing out of the recent life insurance elections, arrived in this city early to-day in the custody of Detective Fitzsim- mons of the district attorneys office.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Details Coming Later.

Washington, May 1.-The navy de- partment has received cablegram from Commander Wood of the Dixie at Havana transmitting report from Commander Tappan of the gun boat Tacoma, now at Santiago. Cuba. stating that trouble had occurred be- tween some of the sailors of that ship on shore leave and the local au- thorities. The dispatch promises de- tails later.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Iniurpd fin a Fire.

New York. May 1.-Seven persons were Injured. three of them SO se- riously that they were removed to a hospital. in fire which destroyed m old three story frame house at g. Horatio street. occupied as a boarIl- ing house. early today. Several other persons whose lives were endangei cd by the flames. were rescued by the police before the fremen reachd the scene.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Children Hurt Tn Railroad wreck.

ST. PAUL. Minn.. May 1.-The Great Northern passenger train No. 1 was deraIled two miles eass of MIdvaIe. Mont. and the entire train. with the exception of the engine and a com par.zent car. left the track A maii clerk and several children on the train were slightly injured The cause Is not ret known
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Freedom of the City.

London. May 1-The freedom of the city of London was conferred pri- vately on Sir Robert Bond, the New foundland premier. at the Guild hall to-day. Sir Robert was not here when the other premiers were made freeman of the city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Maher Was Second.

London, May 1.-At Newmarket to-day, the 2,000 Guinea stakes. for entire colts and Allies foaled in 1904, distance one mile. was won by Slieve Gallion. Benzonian was second and Linacre was third. Ten horses ran. Danny Maher, the American jockey rode BenzoniaI
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Rcport Confirmed.

Boston. May 1.-The report that George Hun. manager of the Boston Americans. had resigned his position as manager of the team and had gone back to Illinois. was confirmed to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Gould Wins Tennis.

London, May 1.-In the final in the international amateur court ten-l his championship games to-day, Jay Gould won the first set against Pen- nell, the champion of 1904, 6-1, the second set 6-1 and the third set 6-1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
BiII Reflected.

Hartford, May 1.-After a dis course lasting nearly two hours to- day, bill providing for the appoint ment of county commissioners by the governor was rejected.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Fire in Chicago.

Chicago, May 1.-About twenty women were injured to-day in a fire on Wabash avenue. Two hundred people were in the place and escaped from the building in various ways, many jumping from the windows.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Inined Narnl Cnner.

London. May 1.-Prince Edward of Wales eldest son Of the Prince of Wales. to-day Joined the royal naval college at sborne. Isle of Wight, as a cadet.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
No Tnce of Munirrrs.

Middlstown. May Up to noon to-day 10 trace had been found of Tucksr or Carpenter. who escaped from the insane retreat
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Taft at His Desk.

Washington. May 1.-Secretary of War Taft returned today and was at his desk at the war department at the opening of business.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
Strike at Bridgeport.

Bridgeport, May Five cornice men employed by Kirch & Go struck here to-day. The grievance is not known.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01

Tou'rs iosinx noasy evsry czy fhat Toer tenement is vacant Lsf fhe DsDoerzt G1f a tenant. t.Ts for Ec-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
wEaTHER FORECAST.

Forccs<f for ConnsctIcut: Fair to- night: cooler; Thurstsy fair light westerly Firts. bsco1lnx Fsrisbis.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01

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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-05-01
MAH0N. TAILOR. Lewis Bldg. 65 Bank street.
AT THE HAMPsoN-sELLEw sToRl.
REMEMBER "we Furnish
 Prettiest Homesn

There's not. such another good furniture store in Connecticut as thet Hampson-Sellew Store.
 There's not another furnitura store that has made such good ind pression on its customers as this onel
 There's not another store where| they show such variety of flneN furniture as the Hampson-Sellew Store.
 There's not another store where prices are kept as near to the manu- lecturers as at this store.
 And there's no store more willing to show goods and to try and please customers than the Hampson-Sellew Store.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12

narrow frill about the neck and sleeves.
DOROTHY DALE.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
BY BEATRICE CAREY.

Nothing is quite so unsightly as a dent
or scratch on cabinet wood, and these
are often seen on furniture in constant
use. To take out a dent, cover it with
four thicknesses Of wet paper and hold a
very hot iron on the paper for few
minutes. The steam will raise the COM
pressed wood layers, though 1t will spoil
the varnish. Repeat the steaming un-
til there is an even surface. Then sand
paper the place, and rub Off well with
alcohol and revarnish. For a rubbed
place, sandpaper 1t smooth, then swab
lightly with paraffine oil and afterward
with a little dry color, the same as rec
commended to make that particular wood
stain. At first put on just a trife of
the color and repeat the oil rubbing,
using a fresh swab, keeping this up until
the correct shade is produced Put on
coat of shellac varnish as finish, rub
bing 1t lightly until dry.
Never lay linoleum on a damp floor, as
the linoleum imprisons the moisture and
rots the wood beneath 1t. For the
same reason never paint floor until 1t is
thoroughly dry.
Painted floors often remain sticky for
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
Desserts from Gelatin.

Lemon JeIIy.-Soak half a package Of
gelatin in half a cupful of cold water,
the time required varying with the brand,
and then add two cupfuls of boiling
water, and one cupful of sugar; stir until
dissolved, and when cool add cupful of
lemon juice Strain through a cheese
cloth and use as desired. The thin ycl-
low rind of the lemon and an inch of
cinnamon bark may be STEPPED in the
water as additional havoring.
Coffee JeIly.-Soak a box of gelatin
In one cupful of cold water. When soft,
add one quart of clear, black, freshly
made coffee, one large cupful of sug-
ar, the juice of two small or one
large lemon, and one teaspoonful of
vanilla. Stir about until thoroughly dis
solved, strain through cheesecloth, turn
into wet mold and let harden on ice.
Serve with whipped cream, favored with
vanilla and slightly sweetened.
Strawberry Jelly. Crush enough
berries to make a pint of pulp, and pass
them through seive to remove the seeds.
Soften one-third of package Of gelatin In
one-third cupful of cold water and dis
solve by setting the dish In hot water;
add two-thirds cupful of sugar and,
when cool, the strawberry Juice and the
juice of one lemon. Put into a ring mold.
Serve with orange sections, freed from
the skin and membrane, or with whipped
cream
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
Handmade Things for Baby.

Although hand embroidery Is so much
a fad at present that it is lavished upon
great many garments, 1t has an espe-
cially important place In the making of
infants clothing, the embroidery used
being Of the finest, most delicate order.
A great many women delight In doing
such fine handwork, and for anyone fond
of fine needlework the making of fine
baby clothes has great fascination. All
of the garments pictured in the drawing
were made entirely by hand, the sketches
showing some very dainty models which
could be easily copied.
The embroidery is all done in what Is
known as French convent" work, rather
fine, soft cotton being used, the flower
and leaf forms all being padded. Very
little lace Is used on the models pic
tured, but when lace is required as trim
ming, only the finest should be used. If
the real valenciennes is too expensive,
even for simple neck and wrist frills,
select a good imitation valenciennes, but
coarse lace should always be avoided.
The little sack pictured was of fine white
flannel, buttonholed and embroidered
daintily by hand In pale pink silk.
A new variation in baby caps is shown
in the drawing, the little bonnet having
turn-back flaps, edged and frilled about
with lace. Where hand embroidery is
too difficult or tedious for the average
seamstress little handrun tucks, herring
bone stitchery, rolled edges and seams set
together by hand with entredeux, all help
to give even the simplest little garment
daintiness and distinction. No lace need
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
Helpful Home Suggestions.

quite long time after the paint is ap-
Piled To harden this sticky floor mix
together equal parts of Japan and turpen-
tine and rub this well into the paint
with a stiff brush.
AS the summer approaches and the time
for moving into summer quarters draws
near the systematic housewife begins to
make out list of the things to be
moved. What she intends to do largely
determines what she must take with
her, of course. The matter Is simplifed
If she is moving into her own cottage,
as she knows exactly what Is In 1t and
what is lacking and in what condition
1t Is. If she is about to take a fur
nished cottage for the summer, however,
the matter is more complex. If possible,
prudent woman will inspect the cot
tage and furniture sometime before the
move is made. Then probably some ar
ticles that looked well on the inventory
will be found utterly useless or un-
adapted to her needs and several highly
important articles may be missing alto
gether. If an exact knowledge Is ac-
quired of what Is needed before moving
in, the task of getting settled" is great
ly shortened. 1t is much easier to take
the required things at first than to have
to send for them afterward.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
BY DOROTHY DALE.

The making Of children's frocks, and
especially those designed for summer ma
teriaIs, present few difficulties to the
home dressmaker, as although most of
Tho costumes seen follow rather closely
the general lines of those designed for
grown-ups the trimmings are much more
simple and the fitting presents few diff
Aculties.
1t is not considered good taste nova
days to have anything ostentatious or
elaborate about children's frocks, and
although some Of the finer models show
exquisite handwork and fine laces in their
decoration, there is never any effect Of
showiness Youthful simplicity Is aimed
at by all the best designers, nevertheless,
very original and smart effects are gained.
For instance, take the frock pictured in
the larger cut.
The design looks very simple, neverthe-
less, the original model was srikingiy
attractive. Thin, light blue serge was
used as to the material for the gown,
the trimming consisting Of the narrowest
gold soutache braid. This braid outlined
the upper part of the guimpe bodice and
the cap sleeves, and was rolled into
lozenge-shaped ornaments on each side
Of the 'front.' under which two-inch-long
pold tassels were hung. The skirt of
the little frock was plated and trimmed
with tucks, the cloth belt showing lines
of the fine gold braid. The gulmpe and
undersleeves were Of allover lace in fine
baby Irish.
The long shoulder line is noticeable In
all of the frocks for young girls, and
the little blouse which has sleeve or
sleeve cap cut in one with the body of
the blouse and worn over gulmpe with
undersleeves is very popular. A great
many of the frocks, both for small girls
and their older sisters, are made in one
piece the separate blouse and skirt be-
Ing Joined by inset lace stitched bands,
or some such device.
For party frocks the Empire tendency
is noticed, and great many Of the fine
lingerie materials, embroidered and lace
trimmed, have wide sashes of satin or
silk drawn around the short waist line,
and held in place by little straps of lace
edged with narrow lace frills. These
sashes are tied In square bows and ends
high In the back. For other fine sum-
mer dresses, embroidered Swiss or batiste
vie with the plain lingerie materials,
and there are also among the new fab
RIGS charming materials which show an
embroidered dot or sprig of delicate color
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12

stoned cherries, peeled plums, white
grapes, orange sections, Strawberries,
ETC., stand In their own juice and rather
thick sugar syrup, surrounded by ice,
until thoroughly chilled. To serve, dis
pose in tall wine glasses and cover with
a few spoonfuls of fruit sherbet favored
TO taste.
Strawberry MOusse.-Thls requires
one pint of double cream, three-Quarters
of a cupful of powdered sugar, one-quar-
ter of a teaspoonfu of salt, one cupful
of strawberry juice. Add the salt sugar
and havoring to the cream and beat until
solid in the bottom of the bowl. turn
into chilled mold and let stand, packed
In equal part of salt and ice, about three
hours. If the strawberry aavoring dilutes
the cream too much, add a teaspoonful
Of gelatin, softened and added to the
liquid. When the mixture begins to
thicken, fold the cream into it. If too
large proportion Of gelatin be used the
mixture will not freeze readily, II at ali.
SARA CRAWFORD.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
BY BEATRICE CAREY.

With women most of the comforts, or
discomforts, of travel depend upon the
clothes worn. There must not be wash
goods that are easily wrinkled, or things
that are hard to do up, yet some OF
these easily wrinkled wash goods are
necessary for a long trip.
Besides clothes. toilet conveniences
must be carried by the traveller, as those
furnished by the railroads are neces-
sarily inadequate. You will find COM
fort only in such lotions, creams, pow
ders and soaps as you take with you.
For the all around, useful costume, a
tailored suit of lightweight cloth or mo-
hair is indispensable. No applied trim
ming should be used on this costume,
which Is much smarter made In severe
mannish style, with a semi1tting coat
and a plated or circular gored skirt
short enough to clear the ground In COM
Portable walking length.
As to the hat, a wide-brimmed sailor
of black straw is very smart, but II
the wearer is not sufficiently youthful,
or If for other reasons a plain sailor Is
not becoming, any simply trimmed straw
hat or toque can be appropriately worn.
Hats trimmed with flowers are not ad-
visable, as they are apt to look crushed
and dusty when subjected to hard usage,
but wings and ribbon are most effective
ly used on the most desirable hats de-
signed for such wear.
Have two pett1coats of pongee or grass
linen (the latter is much cheaper). and
wear tan shoes and stockings and dog
skin gloves. With this suit described
above have one pongee waist, two Of
butchers linen. one of white wash silk
and one of dark cotton cheyiot. Do
not gee stock Of percale or a waist
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
Fashions for Young Folks.

on white ground. Less expensive are
the sheer cottons showing dainty printed
designs In flower patterns. China and
: India silks are also appropriate for chill
dren's wear, but a great many much pre-
fer the crisp white materials or deli
cately colored batistes, mulls and other
wash fabrics as being smarter than any
Of the silks.
The little girls figure shown in the
same drawing depicts a very attractive
coat model. This design also shows the
fancy for tassels used as trimming, the
design being equally suitable for silk,
lightweight wooden material or white
linen.
The two smaller cuts show other cos
tunes for very young children. The
little boys suit sketched is modification
Of the Russian blouse, the model being In
white linen, with the blue linen strap
about the collar, and an embroidered en-
blem In blue in the front.
The little girls costume was Of blue
linen, showing hand embroidery In white
wash cotton. j.
DOROTHY DALE.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12

comb, tooth, nail and clothes brushes,
washcloth and sponge, soap cases, tooth
powder, plenty Of fresh handkerchiefs, a
fresh linen collar or ribbon stock, a
nightdress and a dressing sack.
1t is usually advantageous to include
in the list of necessary toilet articles
a box of talcum powder, small hand
mirror, a bottle of toilet water and a
pair of slippers. 1t is restful to remove
ones walking boots during long day
and put on instead light-soled slippers
or ties. 1t is also perfectly permissible
In a sleeping coach to sit without hat.
Do not wear an elaborate travelling
gown or wear an elaborately trimmed
nightdress and a conspicuous dressing
sack. A very useful dressing sack IS
made of black crepe, with a colored
border, in kimono style. People most
accustomed to travel dress simply and
reserve their handsomer gowns for other
places than dirty coaches. The dressing
sack, which many women wear at night
as we'll as in the dressing room. is In
better taste IL in quiet colors, and the
simple nightgown is easier to pack
Never neglect to put nightdress In
your bag. Trunks are often delayed
when one Is certain they will come, and
it is better to be free from the neces-
sity of borrowing, even from Intimate
friends. 1t is not advisable to carry
much money in ones pocketbook.
large sum may be carried in chamois
bag around the neck, as may also jewels,
ETC., but the pocketbook should contain
only small sum. BEATRICE CAREY.
All the paper for the millions of post
age stamps used in the United States is
manufactured at Mechanic Falls, Me.
Once a month the firm receives a requi-
sition for 100000 sheets of the paper,
and each sheet will make s61 stamps.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-05-12
Comforts for Women Who 7raueL

of null or lawn, which are never fresh
for more than one day under favorable
conditions. Have one dark crush leather
belt, two Of linen that will wash. Linen
collars, plain and starched, are the neat
est neckwear, and can be made fresh in
few hours In any stopping place, but
If they are too uncomfortable wear simple
riding stocks, or a dark ribbon the color
of the stock, with numerous fresh turn
over bands. If you wish to travel with
as few clothes as possible you can do
much toward keeping small supply Of
waists and stocks clean yourself. Wash
waists, pongee and cotton cheviot, and
all sorts of turnover collars, wash easily
and perfectly.
In a bowl Of cold water put tea
spoonful of borax and let the articles
soak for half an hour, then add the
same amount of borax to a bowl of hot
water, rub lightly, rinse in clear, cold
water, and your washing is over The
stockings and wash silk waists do not
need ironing at all, the collar bands and
handkerchiefs can be readily 'ironed"
on window pane, and the pongee and
cheviot waists can be smoothed with an
iron heated over alcohol or gas. or the
chambermaid will press them for few
cents. A grass linen petticoat can be
worn without pressing, and none Of
these garments require starch.
At night when you are travelling or
sightseeing, bathe the face with olive oil
soap and warm water, wipe the skin
dry and massage with pure cold cream.
In the morning put a teaspoonful Of
borax into a tub Of cold water and
take a good cold plunge, or in the cars
a pinch of powder In the basin for n
sponge bath.
The travelling bag includes brush and