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The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
X NEWS OF WOMEN FOR WOMEN AND THE HOME Il
Hon. to Make
the Home More
AtractlUe

Dainty Summer Curtains.


C%retonne borders appliqued on net
make dainty summer draperies for win
dows. The idea of combining heavy
Powered material and delicate net is
daring, but the effect is all that could
be desired for bedroom decoration.
Coarse allover white net is used for the
foundation of the curtain. This comes
in extra width and costs little. One
length cut down the centre will make a
pair of curtains for an average-sized
window.
For the border a Powered pattern in
cretonne is selected Zone having a con-
nected design cuts to better advantage
than a separate grouping of fowers)
and this is. arranged across the bottom
and up one side of the drapery. Bastlng
Is looked upon as a waste of time by
some sewers. yet IT.. is safer to tack the
border down first before fastening 1t
all around The edge by hand or. on the
machine. Curtains OF this style bought
in the shops ready to hang are finished
with machine stitching in white. Car
lands Of pink eretonne flowers alternat-
ing with large clusters o. roses and
small ores Of buds are connected by
slender green vines which look as deli
cato as painting on porcelain when the
decorated curtains are held against the
light. There are so many effective
%cretonnes this season that one can
easily find something to go with the
other furnishings of the room. Pink
roses and blue watered ribbon designs
in cretonne are dainty In either q pink
or a blue room.
The width of the border varies from a
narrow stripe of three inches to an
elaborate floral cluster twelve inches
across. If side curtains are used over
the lace lei a narrow border is pre-
ferred for the applique. In simple bed
rooms this extra cretonne curtain is
dispensed with and only lace hangings
are used. When a cretonne curtain is
hung over the lace one the pattern in
this should match or at least harmonic
with the border application.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
OUR CORNER
THE MEXICAN WAR.
p T is we'll, now and then, to refresh
u memory in the matter of i'm

4 T Is well, now and then, to refresh
our memory in the matter of i'm
portant historical events. How
many of our young readers could tell,
offhand, the cause of u war with
Mexico, and when that war began and
ended? Very few, perhaps. The direct
cause was the annexation of Texa by
the United States, in 1916. Texas had
achieved its independence, and not only
the United States, but England, France
and other governments, had recognized
1t. Mexico, nevertheless, still damned
It as a part of her territory, and when
the United States Congress had passed
the resolution of annexation, the Mexi-
can minister protested n demanded
his passports. The President of Mexico
shortly afterward issued a proclama-
ton declaring Mexico's right to Texas
territory, and his determination to de-
fend 1t by arms, II necessary. There
was another cause for serious dispute
between this country and Mexico. Ever
since the establishment of the Mexican
republic, in 1924, it's people had plum
dered American vessels In the Gulf of
Mexico, and confiscated the goods of
American merchants within Mexican
borders. The United States remon-
strated in vain, until 1881. when a
treaty was made, and promises of re-
dress were given. These promises were
n o kept, however. and at the time of
the annexation of Texas. In 1S45, h
unsatisied claims on this ccount
amounted to upwards of $6,000.00O. 1t
was under this combination Of circum-
stances that the wal broke out. 1t
ended in 1S4S, the United States secur-
ing not only Texas. but California and
New Mexico.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
She's Afraid of Her Mother.

shes AFRAID OF Her MOther.
Dear Miss Doom:
I read THE MORNING and EVE
MING STAR every day, and think it is
the best paper issued.
The "woman's page" of the evening
edition is particularly good, and though
every young girl and boy does not
write to you for advice, they are very
anxious to read your advice to others.
and thereby obtain just what informa-
ton they desire.
Now, 1 have grown impatient waiting
for something concerning my case, so
am writing to you to have this affair
settled. 1 am a young girl of more
than IS years, Inc have always
had sense enough to understand the OPP
posite sex. l have never had a young
man call on me or take me anywhere,
but every time | go out | meet some
body hat Is anxious 10 escort me home.
l have innumerable admirers and girl
friends, and they all want my company,
as l know, from hearing indirectly, that
/ am quite pretty, jolly and very bright.
I have q disposition that makes every
body like me. and for the above rea-
sons I think I am more inclined to keep
away from the boys.
Now, dear Miss Doom, the trouble is
this: A short time ago l became ac-
quainted with a young man whom l
think I like. He has asked me If he
may call and l would like to have him
do so, but I know he a not. My
mother has never spoken on thes subject
of men to me, as she considers me only
a child. OF course, you would say TASK
your mother IL he may call" but, Miss
Doom, I would not do this, as | do not
know how mother would TAXI 1t, and.
besides, I would not for any fellow
want her to think | was interested in
men when she thinks [ am so innocent.
Now, I would like TO meet this young
man, and would it be proper for me to
meet him on the outside, unknown to
ny folks? I have the feeling that it
would not. OF course, If you think this
act anything but right l would rather
drop the acquaintance. There Is still
time for me to NEEDLE with love until
I am q.
Another thing, Miss Doom, l meet a
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
SinlnIe Table Decoration.

An decoration for a long
table is made by means of broad bands
of orange-colored satin ribbon laid
lengthwise across the snowy white
tablecloth. forming a boldly outlined
centrepiece.
In the middle is an oblong gilded
wicker basket with two or three little
orange trees laden with fruit standing
in 1t, their pots being hidden from
view by dark green moss. Outside the
change ribbon the soft ~festoons of
smilax, and at intervals tall crystal
vases of ~iame-colored lilies are placed.
Between each of these are smaller
vases of the white orange blossoms
with their dark leaves.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17

The rather rough surface weaves are
again introduced for early fall jacket
suits, though the wearing of them is
optional ami many prefer a wooden
weave that has a smooth surface and
reliable color which, even though it can
not be matched, may be worn with
harmonizfng shades. This recalls a
travelling suit of moderately thin cloth.
showing a tom of mixed gray and
brown. The coat has an extremely long
skirt portion, being at least three-quar-
ter length, with very long sleeves, fin
ished with brown braid and small brown
buttons. There is a miniature gray
vest to be worn or not, as desired, with
the suit. The collar and lapels show
inlaid pieces of gun metal velvet, edged
with brown braid. The hat Is a small
brown straw toque banded with a piece
of brown velvet, pleated on the bias,
with a rosette at the left side and two
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
and get me some more things ready

and get me some more things ready.
L must go back to the ballroom" 1
DO you remember where you lost
the diamond solitaire. Sir Carlos %
asked his servant. ut is valuable and
should be looked for"
Il did not even know that 1 had lost
it," was the reply.
Sir Carlos finished his toilet, and
went away; but the valet stood hold
Ing the torn linen sleeve In his hand.
The cuff had evidently been seized and
torn completely away.
Il will save this" Hiram West said.
Unless I am very much mistaken. this
has been torn by q woman's hand"
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
SYNOPSIS.

Sir Antony Carew Is killed by a fall from
his horse. On his deathbed he beseeches his
wife. Lady Mildred carew, TO beware. In bring
INK up his little son, Carlos, the curse of the
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS had brought about his
own death. She promises to train the boy
properly, but ends by idollzing him and giving
him his own way. After graduating from
Oxford and attaining his majority, Sir
Carlos enters upon the life OF a country baronet.
varied with a season in London. Many pretty
women OF wealth and title throw themselves
at his feet, but he remains h~eart-whole until
4 visit TO his friend. Lord Stanleigh. The lat
ter,s land-steward has a daughter OF extra
ordinary beauty, Maggie Waldron, who Is be-
loved by Hiram West. Lord Stanleigh's valet.
When Sir Carlos meets her he falls madly In
love. forgetting her lack Of breeding for her
beauty, Although he had promised his mother to
wait six months. Sir Carlos marrles Maggie
secretly and takes her to Italy. He tires of her
as soon as he has had time to realize her vul-
garity and temper. which seem likely to ruin
his life.
his life. Returning alone to London he meets
the baroness cawdor and her beautiful niece.
Lady Gladys Kerr. Meanwhile Hiram West
has become his valet.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
NEWS FOR SHOPPERS

Umbrellas of fine quality are one of
the attractive bargains at the store of
l.. Bamberger & Co.
Goerke's are offering couch covers in
Roman stripes in many designs and
colors at Summer sale prices.
Negligee gowns and sacques in silk
and crepe de chine are an attractive
feature at Hahne e. Co.'S.
David Straus & Co. have an excellent
display of dainty underwear. In various
styles, which are offered at a sacri-
fee.
Pretty bed spreads, for summer use,
are offered at L. S. Pualt & Co.'S for a
very moderate sum.
Lace waists, suitable for vacation
year, are among the attractions at
w. V. Snyder & Co.'S.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
NUifb tie Needle and Thread.

immense gun metal ostrich plumes.
This is not an expensive outfit by any
means, its chief charm being in the
unusual style Of the articles.
For the child of 3 years there are
numerous clever dress patterns, chief
among which will be found the little
garment with puffed shoulder sleeves
and small cut-out square neck, edged
with insertion. The dress is made In
two pieces, front and back. with q
panel portion from the neck to the x-
IRENE edge of the hem. The finely laid
tucks insure a rufIle at the lower edge
of the dress. AS the pieces are cut
faring al the hem, the desired fullness
is obtained in this A pre-
ferred method for making the pinafore
dress is to have the front and back por-
tions laid in one and n half-inch
pleats, with wide insertion of lace or
embroidery between.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
A Delicate Bleach for the skin.

A good bleaching paste is made of
two ounces of pure honey. half an ounce
each of glycerin and rectihed spirits.
one n one-half drains of pure citric
acid and thirty-three drops of rose es-
sence. Put the glycerin and honey into
a basin and set in hot water. stirring
until both are mingled. Into the spirits
put the acid to dissolve and then add
the rose essence. Let the basin stand
until its contents are cold, then COM
bine the two mixtures. This should be
rubbed well into the skin morning and
night. 1t Is not a powerful bleach, but
constant use will whiten and soften the
skin.
Rain Water and sunbatbs for the Hair.
Most women do not realize that bene-
f1cial effect which dampness has on the
hair. By dampness, however, is not
meant the shampoo with soap and
water which many women indulge in so
frequently that their scalp is dried and
their hair made to turn gray. The
dampness which gives gloss to the hair
is, on the contrary, the result of a
much simpler method. II consists sim
ply of spraying the hair and then let
ting it dry in the sun. Best of all for
this purpose Is rainwater and one wo-
manwho is noted for having the most
beautiful hair in Newport Is said to
owe the possession to the atomizer Of
rainwater which Is kept on her dresser.
The spraying of the hair may be lone
each day, and the best time to do 1t
Is in the morning. Moisture is, in fact,
necessary to the hair. and for this
reason a walk in the rain is the best
thing possible for the gloss on feminine
locks. After each d~ampening, whether
got in the rain or by more artificial
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
Remedy for Trecklcs.

AtCAACuy v
My Dear Madame Alta:
In Saturdays EVENING STAR I
read a good preparation for tan and
freckles by using peroxide Of hydrogen
and almond meal. I tol a friend of
mine about it, and she told me that
peroxide is a very dangerous thing for
the face-that in time 1t will make the
skin crack and rough. / am II years
of age, and I have quite a number of
freckles on my face, n | am doing all
1 car to get rid of them, but / am
afraid to use that preparation. 1 heard
that lemon and rose water is q very
good thing for that purpose. ! don't
know really what to do, so | thought |
would ask your advice.
BLUE BELL.
The peroxide of hydrogen, If used as
directed, will be perfectly harmless.
Otherwise I would not recommend 1t.
The chemical is a bleach, if used in it's
purity, and should never be used on the
face, unless 1t is first diluted or COM
bined with some other ingredient. If
you do not wish to Use the preparation,
try a lotion made of thirty grains of
borax, dissolved in two and
should be applied at night after the
face has been thoroughly washed and
Lemon and rose water I should
think would be good, as the lemon will
as a bleach and the rose water will
soothe the skin and allay any irrita-
ton.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
THE pRIzE.WINNERS.

The correct answer to last Mondays
rebus puzzle was Toxic. The following
children were the prize-winners:
ELSIE GRASSER, aged II, 797 Hun
terdon street, Newark (book); NAE
BELLE MORRIS, aged 9. IA Sherman
avenue, Newark ibox of paints);
HELEN NEUSCHAEFER. aged 9, 1896
Mulberry street. Newark (book); HER
BERT Fl. MITCHELL, aged IL. 26O
Van Buren, street, Newark (basebalD:
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
Health and Beauty
For Ebey Woman
A Bleaching Paste to Keep the Skin Soft and
Whfe--Smn and Moisture for the
Har-Cme for Freckes.
BY MADAME ALTA.

methods, 1t must not be forgotten to
shake u the hair and dry thoroughly.
If this Is followed by a conscientious
rubbing of each strand with a piece of
thin silk an extra luster will be OBJ
tanned.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
TIE EueninG Stars Cook
Book and Daily Menu.
A Cooling Fruh Solad--AppefizinS Rye
BiScuifS.
BY AUNT MATTY.

NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..
Sliced bananas with lemon
Cereal and cream
T. FriYzled bacon and eggs
Dreamed potatoes.
Rye biscuits Coffee
LUNCHEON.
Cold ham Saratoga chips
Peanut butter sandwiches
Sliced peaches. Cookies.
DINNER.
German sour
Stuffed breast of veal Brown gravy
Drowned potatoes
Dreamed asparagus
Green corr Sliced tomatoes
Pineapple salad
Apple pudding Coffee
A Variety of Salads.-During the
summer months the salad bow is
one of the most popular dishes which
comes to the table. Heavy meats are
not tempting in warm weather, and
the main part of the menu is COM
posed of vegetables and fruits.
Fora dessert there Is nothing more
refreshing and appetizing than a sim
pie fruit salad, besides being much
easier to prepare than the indigestible
pastries which so many think indis-
pensable. q
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17

Dentist Ito garrulous woman in the
chair-Now. madam. If you want me to
fill this tooth you will have to keep
your mouth shut.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
HEART ADVICE to 70" 1 ;ss nsas
BY doom

great many men going to business
every day. and many of them OCCASION
ally smile at me, and I always pay no
attention to them. My girl friends say
I ought to return the smile and If they
speak. answer them. Do you?
You advice on this matter will bene-
fit a great many, as I nave other
friends in the same predicament.
Thanking you in advance and wish
ing you all the success with your popu-
lar EVENING STAR, I am, yours in
confidence, OLIVE M.
There Is only one course open for
you, and that Is just what you were
sure I would tell you. Certainly ask
your mother IL the young man may
call, and If she is a sensible woman
she will permit you to have him call.
Your mother will not expect a girl of
IS to remain a child forever, and she
will readily see that 1t Is perfectly
natural for you to have admirers. Why
don't you confde in your mother and
tell her just what you have told me.
She will advise you better than any
body else, and o will feel better for
making her your friend n confident.
/ would advise you to have no secrets
from your mother, and above all, don't
meet this young man or any other Sc
cretly or outside of your W home.
Your own conscience will tell you this
is wrong.
Never speak to or recognize any man
on the street that you do not know, II
you care anything for your reputation.
She Likes Him.
Dear Miss Doom:
1 am a young girl II years Of age
and know a young man my W age.
l see him a great deal, as he lives
near my home. I go out with him a
great deal, and enjoy his company. He
always thinks 1 am fooling him. He
thinks that | do not care for him, and,
as I do, I would like to know how can
tell him. M. M. u.
Don't tell him at all. That would
place YOU in an embarrassing position,
and make you appear bold and for
ward. lust be nice to him, and if he's
interested III will soon find out that
you are not fooling him, and that you
care as much as he does.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17

Here are a few simple salads, which
the housekeeper may find suggestive
In planning her menus:
Pineapple Salad-Mix pineapple with
diced celery and chopped almonds.
Serve 1t on blanched lettuce leaves ar
ranged in nests, and pass the mayon-
naise dressing in the shell of a small
pineapple garnished on the plate with
the perfect leaves taken from the top.
Strawberry Salad-Arrange six or
more large Strawberries in a cup
shaped lettuce leaf. Chill and serve
with French dressing.
Madison Salad-Chop four large Gu
cumbers, one small onion and two
tablespoonful of parsley, mix well
with ~mayonnaise or French dressing
and stuff tomatoes with the mixture.
Rye Biscuits-Put one cup of corn
meal in. a bowl, pour over 1t sufficient
boiling water to moisten thoroughly.
When cool add pint of scalded milk,
one tablespoon of salt and two table
spoons of sugar. When lukewarm add
one-third of a yeast cake softened in
lukewarm water and sufficient white
flour to make a drop batter. Beat well
and set aside until light and spongy.
Then add rye flour to make a soft
dough. Flour the board well and roll
out. When light, bake as usual.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-08-17
IMPOSSIBLE

ITO Re Continued Tomorrow
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1908-01-14

{ The forest reserves have become
popular in the West, as the reasons
for them are better understood. The
Montrose (Col.) Press thus sums up
one aspect of the matter: stock is
allowed on national forests to the
limit of their capacity, but it is the
policy of the Forest Service that per-
sons living in or near the forests and
owning small punches of stock shall
be first provided for, These are the
home builders, the supporters OF
towns, schools and churches. These
are the ones first drowned out in an
overcrowded range. What an invi-
itation to be able to advertise to pros
ipective settlers, that place will be
provided for them to range a small
bunch Of stock!'
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1908-01-14

During the last quarter of a Gems
fury statistics have shown a notable
increase of the average expectation Of
the length of human life from birth.
1t appears that within 100 years this
average for most civilized countries
has grown from twenty-eight to fifty
three years. The statistics vary for
different countries, but all show an
advance. However, as the French
scientific journal, La Nature, points
out, this does not mean that the
chances have been evenly increased
throughout the duration of life, but
rather that they have been enormous
ly increased during one period of life,
namely, that of infancy. and to a
smaller degree in after years. Owing
to the progress Of hygiene and medi-
cal science, the causes of infant NOR
tality have been largely eliminated.
the reefs at the commencement OF
the voyage of life are in the main
avoided, and the average length Of
life, counting from the start, appears
increased for all. 4.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1908-01-14

1t is a curious fact, muses. the Pop.
ular Science Monthly, that it is large
ly scientific discovery that has
lessened the incomes of scientific
men. Prices depend upon all sorts
Of conditions. psychological as well
as material, but in the end they are
determined by the value of gold,
and the value of gold depends on the
cost of production. The cyanide
process and other advances in metal
lurgy, mining and geology, as well
as the discovery of new fields. have
greatly lessened the cost of producing
gold. The worlds production Of gold
in 1896 amounted to $2o2,o0o,O00,
in 1906 to $500, 100000, or almost
double. Unlike the wheat crop, the
annual output of gold is not con-
sumed, and the supply is probably in
creasing more rapidly than industry
and commerce. The decreased cost of
producing gold tends to make all
prices higher, and wages and debts
are payable in value less than had
been agreed.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1908-01-14

pin these ends down, but this is often
neglected, with the result stated
above.
Some material of this character is
now being placed on the market sup
piled with an ingenious wire loop.
which prevents waste of this kind.
1t is of very simple construction and
cheaply made, as the devices ara
turned out in great numbers by ma
chimes. The Invention consists OF a
double loop. the larger one being par
TALLY formed by a pin, with the
means for securing it. This is adapt
ed to embrace one or more convo-
lutions of the ribbon on the spool
The extreme end of the ribbon is
passed through the smaller loop, and
prevents any unreeling of the ma
terial. The ribbon is pulled through
as wanted. and the cut made at the
loop, which remains in place until
the ribbon is entirely withdrawn
Thus protected, the ribbon cannot be-
come mussed or soiled except
through righteousness or extreme
carelessness,
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1908-01-14
German Literary Production in 1905.

German Literary Production in 1906.
According to a recent issue of Die
Woche, the number of literary pro-
auctions of Germany in 1905 were
as follows:
General photography, literary
works, encyclopedias, collective
works, publications of learned socie-
ties, universities works. 400; theol-
ogy. 1914; legal and political science,
231S; medical science, 1926: natural
science. mathematics, 1898; philoso-
ply, theosophy, SO7; education and
instruction Juvenile publications) ,
1858; science of language and litera-
ture, 1866; history. 9S1; geography,
maps, 1868; military science, 500;
trade, manufactures, intercommuni-
cation, 1435; architecture and engi-
neering, 100; domestic economy, ag-
riculture, forestry, SIG; polite litera-
ture (plays, popular tales. etc. J, o.
931; art, 1888; directories and an
nuals. GOA; miscellaneous, $50. To
tai, 23,715. The total shows a de-
crease Of twenty-four over 1906
Philadelphia Record.