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The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
HOW MEN ACCEPT GIFTS.

An observing woman, commenting
upon masculine traits, says that Ma
ture is not always kind to man, and
one of her spiteful tricks toward him
Is that she has not endowed him with
the same capacity to enjoy receiving
presents that a woman has. A flower,
a box of chocolates, will make most
members of the more simple-nlinded
sex Vt least temporarily happy, and
they never grow too old to appreciate
these tributes at their shrine. If 4 man
is not troubled by a host of small de-
sires, at least he can never feel the de-
light of having one of them fulfilled.
He often forgets his own birthday,
and when a suitable n carefully
chosen gift has been bestowed upon
him, in a week OF two--if he likes it
he will imagine he has bought It him
self; If 1t doesn't. it will have mystic
riously vanished. There is really very
little satisfaction in spending ones pre-
cious pin-money on husbands and
brothers; n 1T is only the conscien-
tiousness of wives and sisters which
ever induces them to do so. Then the
b~rain.racking worry of choosing some
article, not utterly superfiuous, Tor a
creature who does not require scent.
twenty-button gloves, or jewelry, and
-ungraciously prefers to buy his own
ties and cigarettes, although he may
show what is in our opinion a very
poor taste in his selectionsl'
On the other hand. this critic re-
marks: Women love presents merely
because they are presents, and many
of them would never dream of parting
with anything that had been given
them. They adore pretty things, but
hate buying them for themselves, and
are always most gratif1ed by an offer
ing that is frankly a luxury. Thus, a
fan or a piece of lace pleases them far
more than a new carpet. and they must
have become abnormally practical and
prosaic before they can think as ten
derby of the giver of a sewing machine
as of the giver of a wholly unnecessary
bijou. The useful present-remlniscent
of maiden aunts and high principles-is
an abomination. rightly detested by
romantic femininity."
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
CARE OF FURNITURE.

There are many little hints the following
or which will Drolong the life of some
valued piece of furniture or article of bric-
a-brac far beyond its natural period of
existence.
How many persons, for instance, think
that when they place a good chair or table
near an open fireplace, a register or any
very warm spot, the heat will cause the
wood and glue to dry, thus bringing about
dry rot" when the pieces are Joined to-
gether7 How man. women do not lean
carelessly against the back of some pol
ished wood chair. quite oblivious of the
fact that the sharp belt buckles they are
wearing are making great scratches that
can never be eradicated?
Then, too, there are the little suggestions
on the care of ornaments, so seldom either
known or carried out. For instance, prob
ably very few persons, indeed. clean glass
lamp globes. window panes, ETC., properly.
Especially for the former, the best thing
Is to place pulverized pumice stone between
the layers of a folded piece of soft muslin,
and stitch around the edges to prevent the
powder from splitting. Wipe the glass with
this dry cloth. and 1t will become clean
and sparkle almost instantly. Enough
powder will remain on the cloth to be used
many times without renewing.
Another good idea is to keep a wet
sponge in the cabinet with ivory curios or
carvings. 1t will provide moisture that
prevents cracking from dry heat. OF
course, the sponge must be remoistened oc-
c~asionally.
Often even aluable china Is defective m
the firing, and so 1t would be well to keep
all such acids as lemon, vinegar. ETC.,
away from fine china, as In the event of
its not being properly fired the acid will
take all the paint from 1t.
As a guard against accident, when n
valuable vase is filled with flowers. it
should first be partly filled with sand, over
which the water should be poured. This
will keep the vase from toppling over, by
adding to its weight.
And all these are only a few of the use
full hints that might be given, and which
every housewife should take well to heart.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
SUGGESTIONS FOR
THE HOUSEWIFE.

Paint brushes can be cleaned by wash
Ing in hot soda water and soft soap.
Green vegetables should be put into boil
ing water with a tiny pinch of soda.
In blowing out a candle hold 1t aloft and
blow upward. This will prevent the scat
tering of the grease.
A most effective way to clean linoleum
Is to wash first with a little water, and
then polish by applying milk.
A lemon should always be kept near the
kitchen sink, as a slice of raw lemon Will
remove all stains from the hands.
When boiling haricot beans do not put In
the salt till the beans are nearly cooked
otherwise they are apt to split and crack.
The shank bones of mutton, so little
valued In general, If we'll soaked add to
the richness of gravies and u for sick
room broths.
To remove medicine stains from spoons
rub with a rag dipped in sulphuric acid,
wash with soapsuds and polish with soft
channels skin.
Heat a lemon thoroughly before squeez-
ing 1t, and you will obtain nearly double
the quantity of juice that would be OBJ
tanned If 1t were not heated.
A large piece of brown paper creased SO
that 1t will fit the bottom and sides Of the
bread jar will absorb the extra moisture
and keep the bread from molding.
Potatoes will bake more quickly If boiled
in sailed water for ten minutes, then put
in the oven. The boiling water will heat
them thorough so they cook In a short
time.
Japanese trays may be cleaned by rub
bling with clear olive oil applied with a
flannel cloth. Glue can be removed and
enamel cloth cleaned by soaking and rub
bling in the oil.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
HOUSEHOLD HINTS.

Spots or stains on mahogany furniture
can be removed with a weak solution of
oxalic acid and water, by rubbing the
spots or stains with a cork dipped in the
liquid until the mahogany color is restored.
The wood should then be washed with
water and polished as usual.
A very simple process will restore ivory
carvings that have become discolored.
Paint them with spirits of ~turpentine and
expose them to the sunshine for a few
days. This treatment will also prove bene-
fetal to ivory piano keys when they begin
to turn yellow.
Whether a kitchen sink be iron. enamel
or stone, 1t should stand on four legs, with
all its drain pipes exposed to full view.
An eminent physician remarked that when
called to a case of dlphtheria the first
thing he looks at Is the kitchen sink The
dangers arising from a badly kept sink
cannot be exaggerated, nor can any degree
of care in avoiding them be considered
extreme. The waste pipe from a kitchen
sink should have boiling water and am
monia or washing soda poured down each
day. At least once a week it should be
treated to a good dose of some good dis
i%nfectant, like chloride of lime. This old
standby is inexpensive and quite as eff
fective as more modern higher priced
preparations. Put a large teacupful of
chloride Of lime into two quarts of hot
water. This solution is good not only for
drainage pipes, but also to keep garbage
pals from becoming offensive.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
CLEANING RUGS.

Cleaning rugs, especially the antique
ones that cost hundreds of dollars, really
is a science, n housewives possessing
any Of these much-valued floor coverings
should remember 1t when having their
spring cleaning done. The mistake of
brushing with a stiff broom against the
grain should never be made, and If neccs-
sary to prevent this, mistresses person
ally should superintend this work, o
going against the weave takes off h
silky nap and loosens the threads that
bind the material together. Neither should
they ever be shaken by one end or in the
centre 10 free them from dust and dirt,
for this is apt to loosen the weave.
Pounding them with the regulation rattan
rug beaten makes for destruction and
should be permitted. The only thing
| know of to take the surface dirt from
fine, thin old coverings is a thorough
brushing or whisking with a strong but
soft bristle brush, working always with
the grain. After this partial cleaning a
damp cloth can be stroked across the
top to give a brightness to the colors and
to gather up loose dirt.
Once or twice a year a genuine old
fashioned scrubbing will freshen The
colors. But I would suggest that this
be done by an experienced person who viii
do 1t by hand. for modern processes often
ruin thin fabrics. and once the weave IS
loosened and the covering begins to come
apart the rug is of really little use for
any practical wear. Once the dirt is
blown out the rest is comparatively easy.
for it consists of a simple washing-scrub-
bling. rather-with cold water and CASTLE
or pure white soap, one that has little I'VE
in fits composition for, although the coIors
fine rugs, and should never run, any but
a pure soap should not be used on them.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
TEACH YOUR BOY

To be thoughtful of your comfort.
To be c~hivalrous to his sisters.
To pick up and put away his own play
things.
To put his clothing in its proper place.
To air his bed and leave his room tidy
in the mornings.
To sew on a button and make himself
independent in such little matters.
To find his own things and look after
himself.
To hate a lie OF mi of any kind
to abhor debt; to scorn trickery or cow
ardice.
To look upon work not as a bugbeari
but as the highest privilege of a man and
the best means to happiness.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
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Did you ever notice how a fresh
gown or a pretty ribbon or a flower in
your hair will brighten you up and
make you feel better towards all he
world, especially when you feel that
everything has gone wrong and you
don't care whether school keeps or
not"
1t is curious how a little f%olishness
now and then will cheer a body Up.
We often hear people say, II am too
old to indulge in such frlvolities." when
some innocent amusement Is suggested
to relieve the strain and break the
monotony of the everyday hum-drum,
The wise man for that
matter-wiil never grow old no matter
how time flies and adds to the num-
Der of their birthdays. They will look
at life from the less serious side and
accept the trials which come into every
life with patience. They will not make
life a burden by incessant fretting, but
will conquer the unpleasant things
which assail them, and gain much
happiness In the triumph.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
FIRST SOCIAL SECRETARY.

The social secretary is now a recognized
institution all over the country, and nearly
all the greater women of fashion have
some one who is In their regular employ.
and can be depended upon In any social
emergency. The duties of a social secre-
tary are numerous; the great list Of invi-
tations and social engagements must be
arranged and cared for, the right ones sub
mitted and accepted and the wrong ones
ignored or refused, according to the i'm
portance of the sender.
Miss Marie De Baril. says the New
Broadway Magazine, was the first woman
to recognize this reed of society and this
opportunity for women Of birth and bred
Ing. She comes Of a very old Spanish
family. Of great social prominence, and,
when misfortune brought her into reduced
circumstances. she invented the ONCE
Of the social secretary, and was taken
into the household Of Mrs. o. H. P. Bel
mont. who was then Mrs. Vanderbilt.
She instantly proved herself an I'M
mense success. and has since lent the
grace Of her taste to nearly all the func-
ticns of the wealthy New York society.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
HOW TO PUT ON A CORSET.

Fasten the abominable hooks first, HIT
ing the body. with a long breath, at the
same time, and holding the head Wen
back. This holds superfiuous flesh IN the
right place. instead of crowding it down
ward, which can only be excessively ugly
as well as injurious.
After the top of the front Is hooked,
draw the iooped,laces from eyelets slightly
below the waist, pulling the bottom Oh the
corset much tighter than the top.
Through this simple means healthy
breathing IL permitted, for bodices are so
loose that 1t Is only at the waist and hips
that the figure needs to be held taut.
10 Keen the corset In good shape when
off the person the Frenehwoman uses a
round block Of wood, such as a section OF
4 window shade roller would make.
The corset, which has first been well
aired. Of course, 10 wrapped tightly round
this, and kept in place on the block with
a ribbon or pins.
II is then wrapped In tissue paper, to
preserve cleanliness, and put away per-
haps in a drawer.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31

Again l apply to you for your valuable
advice. / have a rubber plant which has
several branches on 1t. I would like to
take one of these branches off and plant
1t, but woul like to have your advice
before 1 undertake to do It. VIII look for
the answer Bn your Woman's page.
Thanking you In advance.
LOVER OF PLANTS.
The matter of slipping a rubber plant
Is rather n delicate one and requires great
care, therefore l would not advise you to
undertake 1t yourself. Unless the greatest
care Is taken in cutting. the plant is liable
to bleed to death. l would advise o to
take the plant to a reliable florist and let
him do the work; I think you will have
better results.
My skin Is very sensitive. and instead of
burning a nice tan as most people do l
burn red and blister afterward. Can you
tell me anything to relieve the burning?
ELLA C..
1t is only thin, delicate skinned people
who burn red. Wiring cloths out of hot
water as hot as you can bear 1t and hold
them to your face, keeping up the ap-
plications until the fire seems to be drawn
out Of the skin. Follow this with a a
ing of good cold cream. The same treat
ment is beneficial for your hands and
arms. Unless you are severely burned q
coating of talcum powder will often give
great relief.
l have some solid brass eandlesticks
which are furnished and quite dark In
spots. Can you tell me how to clean them
SO they will look bright.
A READER.
To clean brass articles use one part of
nitric acid to one half part of sulphuric
acid. Dip the articles Into the mixture,
then into water and dry with sawdust.
This will change the brass to a brilliant
color. Do not use this on lacquered brass.
such as the tips on bedsteads, as the So
is intended for solid brass.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
D. C. O. D. CLUB
TO GIVE DANCE.

The D. c. o. D. Club. an organization
OF young men connected with st. James's
Church. Will Civ a reception and dance
in the parish hall. Madison and Elm
streets. tonight, for which elaborate prepa-
radons have been made.
The committee includes the most promi-
nent members of the club, and they
are putting forth their best efforts to
make the affair a success.
The sale of tickets UP to date indicates a
large crowd and an enjoyable time is
assured those who attend.
The committee in charge Is as follows;
Walter J. Lynch. chairman; Leo Hammill,
Frank C. Holmes. William Stapleton and
Frank A. Gargan.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31

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To get rid of warts raise the skin by
means of scissors or needle and apply
acetic acid. Repeat every other night un-
til wart disappears.
During the canning and preserving sea-
son the hands become badly stained with
fruit juices. To remove these stains first
wash as much of the stain as possible from
the hands in cold water, not using soap,
however. Shake the water from the hands,
but do not dry on a towel. Light a match
and, holding the fingers close together over
the f1ame in such a manner as to confine
the fumes of the match, see how quickly
the stains will disappear.
A long, thin face should always ave
the hair puffed at the sides. If your fore
head is low, first wave your hair loosely
and then take it all back softly TO the
crown of the head, arranging In a figure
eight, or coil around as you like best.
It should be brought as softly from the
back as away from the face, but possibly
the line will be better II you pin the
hair down to the head with a barette
at the usual point. then arranging so that
the hair looks full at the back of the ears
in the neck. Frame your face, as 1t were,
and so disguise its thinness. Supposing
your forehead is high. then part your hair
and take 1t back as full as possible from
| NV GAAc VI ShO AaNCs
Wrinkles are caused by the dissolving
Of the little fat cells and the muscular
formation under the skin, leaving the
outer cuticle loose, all ready to fall into
little grooves. Astringent washes are help
full, but the real remedy is found in build
ing up the tissues by means OF a good,
pure oily skin food and energetic massage.
The friction, of course, stimulates the
blood vessels, which produce a healthier
condition generally. Electricity Is a won
derful aid, because Of the stimulation Y
capi1laries, glands and tissues. Scientihe
massage helps because it renews the mus
cular formations. For simple home treat
ment nothing is more effective than the
use of cold salt water several times a
day, with a warm facial scrubbing at night
and gentle massage with skin food.
While you are preparing to retire for tbs
hight health-and-beauty sleep, do yor
wash your face thoroughly 1t is absolute
ly necessary that the CRIME and soil &C
cumulated on the countenance during ths
day be removed. That Is, If you are doinE
things to keep your complexion In gooc
order. OF course, you take a bath before
retiring as a means of better rest ant
consequent good health. Certainly, aiont
with the bath, you wash your face. Blu
perhaps you lash 1t with cold water, Will
telling yourself that the cream will d
the rest" This is a mistake. Wash tn
Wipe of the first application OF cream
and you'll take off more CRIME with II
Then rub cream into the cuticle to nouf
ish the flesh. Keeping the face as. cleal
as possible is hrst-rate assistance in re
moving biemishes and a great help in keep
ing them of.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
PURSE MoNoGRAMs.

Purse monographs this season are
smaller than formerly. On the large
bag q gold or silver button in dull hn-
lish is placed on the top side just be-
low the clasp. On this button is en-
graved the. monogram of the oWne
and not i~nfrequently the engraving Is
purses especially, are seen with corner
monographs in the shape Of a hollow
triangle, inside OF which is set q script
or old English monogram
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
SALAD.

Slice two medium-sized firm cucum-
bers, one small Spanish onion. two
medium sized tomatoes, two sweet pep
pers and two sound apples, from which
the cores have been removed. Mix in
a salad bowl with four tab~lespoonfuls
OF French dressing. Serve plain or on
lettuce leaves, ice cold.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
The woman of worries.

The woman of worries. and the wom-
an who lives in memories. should learn,
first of all, that a little recreation now
and then. even IL 1t is j~ourneying with
the children or a romp or a frolic, will
give a delicious charm to their lonely
lives and bring them out of their
morose existence.
Some day when you are cross and
tired, when the baking has been spoiled
and the children a left the nice,
clean kitchen in such a state of disorder
after their bread and jam lunch that
you do not know whether to whip them
soundly or call in the board of health
to clean UP the place. just put on your
prettiest gown n wave your hair n
indulge in some harmless little frivolity
and see how soon o will forget your
troubles. While you may do nothing
more thar sing q ong or join the little
ones in their fun after you have decided
to forgive them, you will feel better for
it and the chances are you will see the
good of your action and resolve to for
get your troubles in the future.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31
GSsEoNEW5
EFlD
II ASHNpER5

Those pretty little pepper and salt shak-
ers of cut glass seen at Hartdegen.s Will
please the most fastidious housekeeper.
They are cut In new designs and V
sterling silver tops.
y A necklace of coral beads strung on a
fine gold chain Is one of the new novelties
in jewelry offered at Frank Hollis. There
is a handsome coral clasp mounted with
pearls, which adds to its beauty.
Linen automobile coats at greatly re-
duced prices are attracting the motoring
enthusiasts at L. s. Plaut & Co They
are made after the latest models and are
trimmed with spacious pockets and large
pearl buttons.
Channels gloves in elbow length have
been adopted by the dressy girl for late
summer wear. They are on display at
Barhberger's and are finished with two
large pearl clasps.
Those stylish trimmed hats offered at
ridiculously low prices at Lissner's are
creating a Juror among well-dressed wom-
en-. Many of them are In the popular I'M
finished leghorn and are prettily trimmed
with flowers.
At the David Straus store there is a
variety of tailored white linen and Indians
head skirts that will please the SUMMED
girl. They are made with two deep folds
and some are nicely pieated and trimmed
with straps and buttons.
Taffeta and foulard suits in almost any
color are offered at Hahne's. They are all
made In the best of taste and with all the
latest little points in style which count
with the up-to-date woman.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31

Crate one medium-sized pineapple and
boil hve minutes with one cupful Of white
sugar. Set aside to cool. Dissolve two
and one-half cupfuls Of sugar In two quarts
Of cream and one quart Of milk and pour
into a packed freezer. When~the cream Is
almost frozen, add the fruit and freezs.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-31

Boil two cups and a half of sugar and a
quart Of water for ten minutes, add TWO
cups Of strawberry juice. Freeze very
solid. If one desires, when the cream -
half frozen a cup OF whipped cream can be
added. 1t should be stirred lightly and lett
20 freeze.