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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
ALL FOR GLITTER.
Americans Have a Passion for Jewels,
But Not for Works of Art.

In the last thirteen years the peo-
pie of the United States have i'm
ported diamonds and other gems,
cut and uncut, OF a value of $270,-
000000 In the same time the value OF
imported works of art was only S50,-
100000. In the list of American ex-
penditure for these articles shows
fiuctuation and increase, but the
amount annually paid for them is,
compared with the ability to pur-
chase, a mere bagatelle. The sum
reached its maximum in the last tis-
cal year, when the imports were valu-
ed at s5S67, ,265. The average for the
three years 1895, 1896 and 1897 was a
little less than $45000 900. In 1898
there was a drop to one-half of the
imports Of 4oo,. And since that year
there has been a modest increase from
the last ten years has been only about
1894 when the figures fell below
those of 1903 Yet the average an
nual increase in such importations in
the last ten years has been only about
S360,0O0, a sum in no way indicative
Of the enormous increase in national
and individual wealth. The average
annual increase in importation OF
gems in the same period was more
than $3,O00,Cvv.
The obvious inference Is that very
few Americans who have money or
who are making money are imbued
with ithar rurpnca or 1acira to trapo
fer the art treasures of Europe to
their own homes. 1t is true that
there is barrier in the shape of tariff
charges, but that is probably only
one of the reasons for the limited
importation. The duty on gems, plus
a mighty increase in their cost has
not restricted their sale. The i'm
ports of last year were valued at
more than $4,000, 900, or seven times
the sum paid for imported art works.
The inference is that the moneyed
American has an eager desire for
baubles and trinkets and very little
interest in art.
II is true that an important percen-
tage of the art treasures of Europe
is now either in public museums or
in the hands of those who are able
to hold their possessions, but there
Is still much to be had that is worth
having. 1t is evident that American
art collectors are a small and lonely
group and that among those who
have abundant means for the gratif
cation of their desires the wish to
own choice painting or two, stat
utes, tapestries. curios and all that
goes to make up the world OF art is
subordinate to the ambition to make
splurge with Jewels, yachts, opera
boxes, etc.
naked truth OfYende fha most
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
FROCKS FOR WEDDINGS.

blue silk stitched top and bottom
with soutache braid.
The bodice Is formed principally
of blue chiffon cloth, with a yoke OF
lace boz dered with tucked bands OF
crepe de Chine. Beyond the tucks
are bands of filet net and finally fin
ishins the borders are facings Of
crepe de Chine.
Twilled fouiard Is used for the
costume whose distinguishing feat
ure is tunic skirt, bound with satin
moire and just escaping the ground
all around about IN inch.
With II Is worn a Jacket, semi
fitting and trimmed with an Empire
vest OF embroidered silk. The
sleeves are elbow length with self
stitchlngs and fancy buttons.
The net fabrics are a Joy forever
because Of their beauty and bless
ing to the average woman because
they can be fashioned into such hand
some frocks at comparatively little
expense. Nets are favorite mate
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

Women is often referred to by man
as doubling his joys and having his
sorrows" That may be complimentary
but it would seem to be rather hard on
the woman. For in plain terms it
means that where things are going well
with the man his wife makes them 90
better. But when things are going i'll
with him, he expects the wife to share
half his burden. And there's more
truth than poetry in this presentation
OF masculine selfishness, Men don't
appreciate the fact that the str in Of
motherhood alone is n burden bigger
than all the loads that rest upon male
shoulders. They see the wife grow
thlD, pale, nervous and worn without
thought that she is over-burdened.
Among the pleasant letters received by
DIR. Pierce are those from husbands
who have walked up before it was too
late to the crushing burdens laid upon
the wife, and in the search for help
have found in DR.. Pierces Favorite
PRESCRIPTION "A restorative which has
given back to the mother the health
OF the maiden and the maiden's happi-
ness. "Favorite Prescription" always
helps, and almost always cures. 1t has
perfectly cured ninety-eight out of ev-
cry hundred women who have used it
when afflicted with diseases peculiar to
women.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
BY JULES THEROW.

The season has brought forth
nothing more charming than the
dem!-ta.lored frock shown here, en-
bodying the latest details Of fash
ion, yet expressing the EXTREMIST
simplicity. The semi-Empire skirt
Is of tomato pink vole, mounted
over silk Of the same shade aid with
TIE skirt is worn a stunning cuta-
way coat of dark toned taffetas silk,
stitched with bands OF its own ma
terial and trimmed with self-covered
buttons.
The skirt is pain fitting about the
hips and finished with an odd effec.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
HOME COOKING.
Baked Ham.

Soak ham in cold water over
night; trim 1t neatly and cover all
over with thick crust Of -four and
water; bake slowly hours; remove
the crust and skin; cover the top
with fine cracker crumbs; place In
the oven until the crumbs are brown.
When cold cut In very thin slices.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

GROUND and tho soft silk material
is glorlfled with a trimming OF fllet
1: odd designs. The skirt is trim
med in tunic effect with the filet and
laid in soft plaits about the elevated
waistline, above G narrow girdle OF
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25


OF stitching about The hem and lower
front panel. The stitching, which is
pyramided at the front, Is done in
the darker tone produced in the coat.
Although 1t is loose-fitting, the
coat follows the lines of the figure
about the sides, and at the front it
is drawn into closely stitched re-
vers that extend to the waistline.
The skirt Is supported by bretelles
OF voile, bound with silk and the
toilette is finished with a jaunty
flower toque trimmed with ostrich
tips in two Of three shades of pink.
Bathing suits are shown in the
most attractive mouels in their
history. this summer. All Of the
essential features Of other models
are reproduced upon sea-frocks and
they are the acme of smartness.
Coin-dotted pongee is used for the
costume illustrated. the skirt being
laid in scant side plaits stitched
down several inches below the hips.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
Cabbage Salad.

One teaspoon salt, / teaspoon or
less of pepper and Of mustard, Ia
cup vinegar, egg, 6 tablespoons OF
sweet cream. Let II thicken on
stove, and when cold pour over cob
bage chopped fine.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
Breakfast Mullins.

One .gg beaten light, pinch Of
salt. / tablespoon Of sugar, cup OF
sweet milk. even cups Of sifted
-four, with teaspoons OF baking
powder, tablespoon of melted but
ter. Have mufin pans we'll CREASED
and hot. Pour in mixture and bake.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
Boiled Cider Pie.

One cup brown sugar, 2 table
spoons -four mixed with sugar,
egg; beat all together; 8 tablespoons
boiled cider, 2-3 cup boiling hot wa
ter; mix thoroughly and bake In
crusts.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

II the recording angel makes
nots OF our thoughts we would like
to see what appears in the book
when . woman falls over . ohAaa IN
the dark, ...-
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

At the bottom there are three wide
tucks, overstitched with very mar
row-bands Of silk soutache braid.
The blouse Is very attractive with
broad tucks on either side, lending
the fashionable long effect to the
shoulders. The puffed sleeves are
finished with pongee decorated with
hroderic Anglaise and the same
trimming in more elaborte design
forms the collar finishing the low
cut neck. A tie of dark blue silk
and two large buttons of the same
on the collar are extra details that
enhanc. the jauntiness of the cos
tune.
Two styles of dress that will be
popular for weddings, are depicted
here, and while they are exceedingly
lovely, they lr. also practical for
general afternoon wear, bridge par
ties, etc.
Copenhagen blue orspe dc Chine u
used for the toiietts In ths bao4-
- -
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

A Chicago slaughter house makes
thousands of dollars monthly by
saving the Tall stones found In the
gall bladder Of animals and exporting
them to Japan, where they command
n high price.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

NASAL CATARRH, an inflammation OF
OF the delicate membrane lining the
alr-passages, is not cured by any mix
lures taken into the stomach. Don't
waste time on them. Take Ely's Cream
Balm through the nostrils, so that the
fevered, swollen TISSUES are reached at
once. Never nina how long you have
suffered nor how often you have been
disappointed, we know Ely's Cream
Balm Is the remedy you should use
All druggists, SOC. Mailed by ELY
Bros, 56 Warren Street, New York.
You can't convince a small boy that
his ia ther Furnishes him more in sorrow
than in AMER.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

The bob-tailed dog may not be much
ON the wag, but he can afford to laugh
at tin cans
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25
WHAT 10 WEAR AND
HOW TO WEAR /.
Our Special Correspond
ent Writes Entertain
ingly to Women.
FROMTHE METROPOLIS

Beautiful Frocks in elk and Voilc---
Latest Styles of Gowns for We'd
dings--Nct Fabrics Whicl. Are q
JOY Forever--Charming styles in
Women s Dress.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1908-06-25

A naked truth offends the most
sacred prejudices Of society.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
poLTS.
Ade Comedy a Brilliant Feature of
 Show.

Ade Comedy Brilliant Feature of
 Show.
 Eugene Jepson, in George Ade comedy, is the latest conspicuous re- cruit to the vaudeville stage. Jepson yesterday afternoon began to present "The Mayor and the Manicure" at Polls with a splendidly equipped com- pany to handle the funny lines supplied by Mr -Ade The little sketch written by Ade has been pronounced equal to the best play the humorist has written and in the capable hands of MT. Jepson and his company it is a finished pre-. sentation. ~
 "The Mayor and the Manicure" snaps with wit and humor from start to finish, and Mr Jepson is the one actor to bring out the wealth in 1t. The comedy combines the best style of humor of The College Widow and Just Out of Colleges It might be called a supplement to each, for it brings forward once more a youth of Atwater college, the institution which figured in "The College Widow" while the leading character in "The Mayor and the Manicure" in such another Septimus Pickering in Just Out of College" though instead of being a pickle manufacturer, he is a politician and the boss of his community.
 MT. Jepson in "The Mayor and the 1 Manicure affords treat that was keenly enjoyed by patrons of vaude> l vile and that will draw largely from that element of the public that usually seeks theatrical entertainment in the 1 legitimate houses.
 i MT. Jepson. is product of Connecti- cut. having started in life doing newsS paper work in Hartford. He acqNc1d | a reputation as a vocalist and elocu- ] tionist from which arose an aspiration for the stage. He made straight for Augustin Daly's office and was soon one of the leading Daily actors.
 As an added attraction "The Opera- 1 tor" a thrilling western sketch, will i be presented by Adeliner Dunlap and Lyster Chambers. A story of railroad 1 life in small town in the west is pre- scented in real western style. The play 1 let is intense, and the action very dra- matic and is of interest throughout.
 The appearance of Searl and Violet Allen and a company of four in "The Travelling Man. rapid fire comedy sketch, which was one of the swiftest comedy numbers seen here this season Allen has written the number which lis sufficient guarantee that it is a lively enough and up to date one.
 The Village Choir in songs.
 . Byers and Hermann. in a sensations al pantomime. was the noverty provid- CTS of the lengthy bill. The work of ths pair, which includes the human skele- ton, is nothing short of marvellous. Prince Kevlin. the Japanese jugglel and novelty worker, and Johnson and Wells. vocalists and dancers. and the series. Stage Struck,r in the electro
 graph. complete the show.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
BRITONS ARE SHY
Find Many Difficulties in the Way of the Proposed Col
 lege Meet.
ARE CONSIDERING QUESTION
Baron DesbOrough Thinks English
 Athletes Could Not Keep Train. ing Until July.

London, Jan. 2e.-Baron Desbor- ough, chairman of the British Olym- pic committee of the Olympic games of London, 1908. who, together with c. N. Jackson, honorary treasurer of the Oxford University Athletic club has been asked by. the American h. tercollegiate Athletic association to receive a challenge for an interna- tional track and field athletic meeting between the universities of the United States and Great Britain, sees diffi- culties in the way. but he has com municated with MT Jackson and the Rev. J, H. Gray honorary treasurer of the Cambridge University Athletic club, and the matter is now under consideration. In an intervitw to- day on the subject Baron Desborough said:
 The matter is not one for me, but for the universities interested, to de- eide. If the meeting could be brought about it would be most interesting, but certain difficulties occur to me. The British empire is a large place, and the task of selecting representatives from its universities would not be an easy one. Again, the athletes of Ox- ford and Cambridge have finished their running, ct cetera, by Easter, and if challenge was accepted they might find some difficulty in keeping in training until the latter part of July.
 "On the other hand, America would have a team on the ground, as I un- derstand that the team which is to represent the United States at the Olympic games this year is made UT largely of university men, Whether or not the universities will be able to take up this challenge do not know but the matter is now receiving their attention"
 MT. Gray, who was also questioned said there were difficulties of time and money in the way, but that the question was under consideration.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
JOCKEY HOLT HURT
Thrown from Mount on Thes- plan, Thus Breaking His
 Collarbone.
IN STEEPLECHASE EVENT
Horse Had to be Killed on Account of the Severity of the In-
 juries Received.

New orleans, Jan. 2O.-The City park track re-opened today for the third meeting of the winter. Jockey Holt who had the mount on Thespian in the steeplechase suffered a broken collarbone when Thespian fell. The horse was so badly injured that he had to be killed. Results:
 First race, three furlongs: Elizabeth Harwood, III, c. Korner, to 1, won; Helen kidder, 112. w. Ott, 25 to l, sec ond; Inela. 113, J. Lee, to ?, third. Time, 36 1-5.
 Second steeplechase, short course, Coal Black Lady l46, Masnada, z to 2, won; McAllister, 127, E. Heider, z to l, second Captain Jarrel, l34, Yourell, s to 1, third. Time 3.06 1-5.
 Tihrd, six furlcbgs, selling: Gibson, 107, V. Powers, 6 to l, won; Jack Brat ton, 104, Leibert, to l. second, Minot, 99, c. Henry s to 1, third. Time, 1:15 2-5.
 Fourth. seven furlongs, handicap, purse: Jack Atkin, 134, J. Lee, to ,, won; Jaeobte, 130 Notter, 9 to 2, sec ond, Pasadena, 112, V. Powers, l7 to 1, third. Time. 1:27
 Fifth, mileand sixteenth, selling; Severus 107, Notter. 12 to 5, won Hans. 106, Leibert, 10 to 1, secondi Miss Mazzoni. 105, 1orke, to 2, third Time. 1:4S 2-5.
 Sixth mile and an eighth, selling, Orly, H., tOS, j. Lee 6 to ,, won; Don- ma, 1o5. Mcdaniel. 20 to 1, second; Lan- castrian 107 Notter, , to l, third. Time 1.53 3-5.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
MADE NEW RECORD
26 Miles and ' Laps Covered in the First Hour of the
 Six-Day Race.
F0GLER SETS DIZZY PACE
Bistab and Stenhouse, Distanced Dur. ing the First Fifteen Minutes.
 Drop Out of the Race.

Kansas City, Mo, Jan. 20.-A world s record was broken during the first hour of the six-day bicycle race this after noon when 26 miles and seven laps were made on 12-lap track in Convention hall. The previous record for one hour was 26 miles and three laps on a ten lap track.
 Fogler of the team of Root and Fog Ter set a dizzy pace during the first hour and Bstab, of the team of Mon roe and Bistab, and Stenhouse, riding with Morgan, were distanced during the first 15 minutes and both drcppe I out of the race. Monroe and Morgan will ecah ride along. being given a handicap of fifty miles for the six days.
 There were several spills during the day, but no one was hurt. At the end of three hours riding, the five leading teams had made 72 miles.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
VEGETABLE LEAGUE
Industrial Three Men Bowling Association to Start on
 Monday.
ELEVEN TEAMS FORMED
O'Brien Elected President, Moeller Secretary and Schapper
 Treasurer.

A meeting of the Industrial Bowling league was held last evening at Swift and Hulses alleys. the outcome of the session being the formation of three men eleven team vegetable league.
 The following officers of the associa tion were elected: Felix O'Brien, pres ident; Herb Moeller, secretary; Charlie Schapper, treasurer; Frank Beecher, scorer
 The league will start Monday night and will continue about twelve weeks Games will be played twice a week, Monday and Thursday nights.
 The teams and the players follow:
 Pumpkins-Mr. Finnigan, captain; MT Moeller and Mir. Manning.
 Radishes-Mr. Smith, captain: Mir. Schappa, c. Allen.
 Potatoes-Mr. Raley, captain; W. Greising, MT. Karcher.
 Celery-Mr. Munk, captain; J, Rausch, MT. Ferris.
 Carrots-Mr Bowman, captain; Mir. Lyons, Mir. McClellen.
 Cabbages-Mr. Adams, captain; MT. Murray, F. Roach.
 Parsnips-Mr. Marx, captain; Mir. Lennox, MT. Stanford.
 Squashes-Mr. McAuliffe, captain; Mr. Kimball .. Rausch.
 Onions-Mr. Welch, captain; Mir. Sommers, MT Applegate.
 Tomatoes-Mr. Miller, captain; MT Ready, G. Greising.
 Red Peppers-Mr. OBrien, captain H. Rausch, l.. Hitchcock.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
Holm Drew in "NIy Wife.

The attraction at the Hyperion on Thursday, January 23, will be John Drew, who comes here in the new com edy, My Wife" He appeared in it at the Empire theater this season for four months to crowded houses and the general verdict was that it was the best thing Drew has had since 'sThe Second in Command" Michael Nor tons adaptation of My Wife" is a fine vehicle for MT. Drew. The play is one of the brightest and most delight full in which this favorite actor has yet appeared The comedy of it's lines and scenes is brilliant, and the character of the believe husband who is coaxed into going on counterfeit honeymoon with his beautiful young ward is charming and exactly suited to Mir. Drew's accomplished and ex- quisite style of acting. The large aud fences enjoy every word of the play, and are unusually enthusiastic over the performances.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
NEW BRITAIN HERE.
Hanna's Bank Wreckers to Play Locals at the Rink
 To- night.
NATIONAL LEAGUE RECORDS
Hart, of Boston. Leads With 136 Goals Lincoln Is the Fastest Rnsher-
 Mccarthy is Second.

Bill Hanna's reeouipped polo aggre- Ven down the road to ruin this evening at the Quinnipiac rink. New Britain has the habit of regularly losing to the Boneyards, but with being reorganized the Bank Wreckers anticipate change from this monotcnous habit.
 The locals have secured a high seat in the league and unless the Inter- state players strengthen the National league teams beyond the expected Bones five ought to be easily able tc keep in close touch with the doings in the premier circle of the Ieague,i If Haven organization silently slips down the ladder of fame. then it will be evi- dent that few new players are need ed by New Haven.
 Wednesday night the locals make their debut in Boston. where they will tackle the Hub team. their nearest competitors. The Massachusetts, five have followed the locals example and have given the Interstate players 2 wide berth.
 Thursday will find the Boneyards ir Pawtueket, where they are scheduled to endeavor to tame the Tigers. Paw tucket has put her finger into the fire and whether they are seriously burn ed or not will be ascertained Thurs day night.
 The Waterbury Rough Riders vii strike the trail for this city Friday and ought to afford a little excitement They are securely fasened at the bot tom of the league ladder, but they are also full of that spirit and dash whicf marks the kind of a game sought by the hungry fans.
 Hart still retains his lead in goa making. his present tota being l36 Jean is his nearlest contemporary witt 121. Mccarthy and Cunningham ar, fighting hard for fifth place, but a present the latter holds. the honor b! one goal,
 In the rush act Lincoln survives a premier artist, having silently slippel away from his urderstudies. McCarth. l Is rushing him for the rush honor ant 1 has a total of 332.
 Jean Is still boss foul maker, leading with 25. Fahey follows closely. thre fouls behind. Saunders unblushingl, accepts third place in this line whil Farrell. now termed Meek Charles. has but Is.
 Mallory, whom Providence has ac quired from the Interstate league broke into the league at first place Sutherland, the real leader, average one point above the 9)O mark Mule Is located at the rear end of the Ma tional league ladder. Mullen is still located at the bottom of the standinj of goal tenders. He has missed 21 out of LIZA chances and has an averag of .ST5. Waller Tibbitts whom Provi dence has tn-canned for Mallory ha an average of but one point better tha Mullen.
 The recordc fnlloU.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
In Local TheaterS

has good time in his own day-and who desires to see the young genera ton enjoy itself also, without going too far. Eddie Bowers is illimitable in his role-a distinct hit w. L. James, as Decheletter, is also good iron. the standpoint of emotional side of acting. Miss Jennie Stanley, as Fifis and Eliz- abeth Hunt, as Aunt Livonne, are both In their proper element.
 There is nothing in this production of "Sapho" that should alter anybody from going. It is free from anything that is not in accord with the dictates of decency and modesty. Those that expected the contrary were. no doubt. disappointed. "Sapho' will be present. ed again tonight and tomorrow night with matinee tomorrow.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
I'D HOLD ArTO SHOW.

The automobile dealers of this city met last night and decided upon the date of the big auto show which they are to give under the auspices of the Second Regiment band The show will start March 1S and end March 24. The meeting last night was held at the Holcomb garage.
 It is expected that the event which is ta be held in the armory will be the greatest ever held in this state Ar rangements have been made with the manufacturers to send exhibits to the show.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-01-21
AUTO LAWS COMPILED.
Ready Legal Adviser is Clever
 Digest.

Automobilists who have been trou- bled with the complexity of automobile laws now have 2n easy way out of their difficulties. The Glennick com pany of Hartford has just issued the Automobiles Ready Legal Advisor" which is a clever digest of the auto mobile laws of the various states and territories of the country. Having in mind the fact that brevitv is the soul of more things than wit. the publish CTS have taken especial pains to pre- sent the essentials or the laws in such a form to be easily accessible. Some of the states impose heavy restrictions on non-residents, and these are all shown in the Advisor. The book IS printed on a fine quality of paper and is of such size as to be easily ac- commodated in ttfc pocket Automo- bilists who have seen the book have expressed unqualified approval of 1t.