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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

Bedroom chairs should be comfort able, and should include one with a straight back that can be used in front of a dressing table when doing the hair, adjusting collars and arranging the little things that make a woman's toilet conl- plicated. A low rocker is very restful, and has the added advantage of making it easier to change shoes.
 In this room, as in all others, the carpet should be enough heavier in color to give ground effect. In the choice of materials for draperies in sleeping rooms, upholsteries and pillow covers, select the inexpensive and dainty cotton materials, as they are easily laundered
 The bathroom fixtures should have heavy nickel trimming, and there should be an abundance of clean linen con- venient and easy of access It is a good thing where there are several members in family, to have nickel rods
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

man has followed the proprieties in ask ing the consent of the young girls father, or of her mother, if the father is not living. This is i'll accordance with his own self-respect and the respectful consideration of the parents of his fancee He should state in manly, straightforward way what are his pres ent circumstances and what are his prospects of supporting a wife.
 We will suppose that the parents have given their approval of the engagement. The next step to be considered is the announcing of the engagement, and in should be made known soon, even though the marriage may be deferred for some time, although it Is optional whether an engagement IS announced soon after its occurrence or a few months or very shortly before the mar r1age. Circumstances require different decisions about these points but, under all circumstances, a girl should follow the judgment and advice of her parents. Announcing the Engagement
 When the engagement is to be an nounced, the proper thing IS for the young girl to write brief, informal notes to her intimate friends, telling them the news. Her mother writes to older friends and to members of the family. although 1t is an attention much appre- ciated by older persons if girl herself takes the trouble and thought to write to them, instead of delegating the duty to her mother.
 In any case, there should be no fail. ure on the part of one or the other tc write to those who are supposed to be interested in the event; they may be deeply offended if forgotten. It is, o' course, not the custom to write to mere
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

Having chosen the color scheme, the next decision IS the material with which to secure 1t, and the question, what shall we use to produce this color, becomes paramount. h-'E3 '' The Passing of Wall Paper
 There was a time to which we all hark back, when, without question, we purchased wall paper. It seemed .the only possible material to use, and we pasted 1t on the wall, pulled 1t off again. and repasted more without thought. Of anything better; but the better taste to-day has abandoned the use of wall paper because of its unsanitary effects, as we'll as its. inartistic appearance.
 Wall paper is unsanitary because it is porous, being nothing more than cheap, absorbent paper colored with poi sonous cheap inks, pasted on the wall with vegetable paste, which soon sours and always furnishes a lodging pIane for all kinds of undesirable insed Wall paper is inartistic in itself, beca 1t is not a true expression of that whl IS best in art, being merely a print' imitation of another's work.
 The soft, velvety tintings are the ideal materials to use on the walls, but care must be taken that the tinting material chosen is the best one to use. The hot water calcimines are invariably unsat- isfactory, disappointing and intellectual, for they crackle on the wall, rub off and fade. The smallest tack driven in the wall breaks off piece of the tinting three times as large as the tack, just because of the glue with which the call cirnine Is stuck to the wall
 The best class of colorings are made from a natural cement, and are mixed with cold water, completely eliminating all the undesirable features just spoken of As in many other cases, the best in these is not really expensive, for one package will cover three hundred square feet of surface in a satisfactory manner at an expense of less than two cents square yard They do not fade, will moi rub off and are always durable and e1S- ceedingly artistic.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

The ammonia darkens the wood some what; merely oiling with crude oil, olive oil, 1inseed or kerosene gives a good finish, provided a very small quantity is used and that it is thor oughly rubbed in and no superfuous oil left on the floor
 Removing Stains
 When Summer comes, the heavy rugs and draperies can be taken out and re- ceiye a thorough, beating and cleaning. tine, gasoline, alcohol, chloroform or ether. When the odor has disappeared the articles may be covered with clean newspapers and rolled or folded for
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

it into an open, self-respecting closet? ? Bare Floors
 When carpets become worn and must be renewed, it is good time to change to a bare floor and few rugs. The finishing of the floor is a very simple matter. It may be painted, stained, oiled or waxed. In either case it should be cleaned thoroughly, all stains removed and given a coat of filler"
 If the floor was not made for car pet, there will probably, be cracks which need filling Putty, colored like the wood, is very satisfactory for this. If painted; r e0 0 Otherwise a transparent @ an finish M may be used.
 Stains made by paint or varnish are easily removed with ammonia, but it should be put on with brush. The whole floor may be cleansed in this way.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

silk wet in gasoline No article should be put away until all odor of the cleanser has disappeared. Serious consequences have been known to result from using gasoline on carpets and then closing doors and windows.
 Gasoline used out of doors in cold weather injures the hands; the rapid evaporation and low temperature cause the skin to become thick and 1eathery, and months of care are necessary to re- store it to normal condition.
 Sometimes it seems that only the necessities of living are allowable, or at least very few 1uxuries. This is espe- cially true where the home is frightened by little ones.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

ten to write to the bride-elect and try to welcome her with cordiality into their family. His mother may invite her to make visit to their home, so that all may learn to know one another.
 A girl should be particular not to accept an invitation from the unmarried sisters, unless the mother has already written inviting her to visit them. The mother is the head of the family, and it is her duty to fulfil the obligations of her position. It is advisable always to bear this in mind.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

air are giving way to clear, clean space, for we like to breathe deep these days. ;s This state of affairs helps toward good housekeeping, for 1t eliminates much unnecessary work The task is never an easy one, and even under the best conditions is bound to become irk- some at times If only those things which are either useful or beautiful are retained, surprising amount of labor will be dispensed with. A glance about any house will convince one of this fact, banishment of these things will surprise, as we'll as3p1ease.
 Some things cannot be banished For instance, one may have furniture whose usefulness is impaired because of the great weight of the pieces. These might be moved to another room where less frequent use would diminish the labor of caring for them; or, other furnishings in the room could be simplifed.
 Perhaps the floor could be stained and rugs used instead of carpet; the draperies might be made of washable material. If the furniture is upholstered 1t could be covered with washable slips Try to provide something which will be direct contrast to the objectionable seafure.
 The Attic and the Bonfire
 The attic and the bonfire are two allies of the courageous housewife. In the first she stores things that are under suspicion" until she feels that her judg- ment is final; to the other she assigns things which are of no use to anyone. Every house is full of such things
 +, They have been put away at odd times, having lost their first usefulness, but kept in the vague hope that they might be of use some day" It has been neces- sary to handle them, and clean them time and again, or else they have 1urked in the dark corner of some kitchen cup board' covered with with. dust I and and dirt. l4r,- :.
 emoving the front and doors of that ittle closet under the sink and making
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10
Dressing Gray Hair

Dressing Gray Hair
 Take great pains in dressing the haiI becomingly. It is a mistake to strair the hair back from the face Gray hail should be soft and hufy-looking about the face. .esss Caring fer the Skin
 The skin of the hands and face show. the effects of time because of its ex. posture to the winds and elements, whils the skin of the other parts of the bod, remains soft and white. The constant washing, and the use of harsh soaps will wrinkle and wither the skin. The skin needs to have the oil of which it i. thus deprived restored to it. ~s
 Cold cream should be used plentifully for the hands and the face. The tend. ency to the growth of hairs about the face becomes greater with the advanc, of years, and one is in fear of promoting the growth of these with the use of oils Use, therefore, the vegetable oils, olive or almond oil, to which add the spirits of camphor in the proportion of one part of camphor to eight of the oil.
 All the functions of the body are apf to be less active after fifty, and the siSir will not do its part as we'll; therefore ii should be stimulated by frequent warn or hot baths. Gold baths lower sths vitality, and should be taken less ire quently, If at all. Alcohol baths are good for the skin. If they are too dry ing, mix with an equal part of sweet oil
 Disco1orations of the skin frequentIy occur, coming on the forehead, the sidcs of the cheeks, and especially upon the backs of the hands. These can be re moved by the use of colorless iodine. Paint the spots with it night and morn. ing, unless the skin becomes too -irri- tated, when the applications should be made less frequently. Lemon-juice ap- piied daily tor some time will remove these discolorations, if they are not too deep.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10
Never Be Unchaperoned

Never Be Unchaperoned
 Etiquette is very strict in its rules during an engagement. It is against all the laws of propriety for the young couple to go on journey, even for a few hours, without a chaperon, or to go alone to theaters Or parties, or to drive alone in the evening or on unfrequented country roads. A girl cannot be too careful i'll observing all the laws laid down for her conduct: Parents are sensible who do not allow young people to disregard the conventionalities.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10

tea, for staining the hair All these give the hair a faded look and should not be used As the hair grows from half an inch to an inch month, the roots show, in very few days, the difference between the natural and arti- ficial coloring, so that one becomes a slave in keeping the color the same all the time
 Since it is not possible to prevent the hair from turning gray, it is fortunate that we live at time when gray hair is fashionable, and its becomingness is appreciated. Great care should be taken of the hair by the woman who is ad- vancing in life. In old age the hearts action is less vigorous, and the heart has less power to drive the blood to the tiny capillaries of the scalp and the skin for this reason the hair follicles are not sufficiently nourished, the hair becomes poor in quality and much of it falls out, never to returns This can be prevented by little daily care.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-10
Keep the Scalp Healthy

Be sure and keep the scalp loose upon the skull, which can be done by moving the scalp up and down on the under lying bony framework with the tips of the fingers. These movements at the same time will bring the blood into the minute blood vessels. Scalp massage by one skilled in 1t is, of course, very beneficial, but my readers often live re- mote from the large cities where such services can be obtained, and it is, after all, the daily care which tells. Going over the scalp from two to three min utes night and morning, when dressing the hair, will do a great deal to keep the hair and scalp in good condition.
 A stimulating hair tonic, one contain ing quinine, will be useful, and if the hair is dry and thin apply to the roots some crude yellow vaseline. Above all, keep the hair clean. Nothing looks worse than dirty, faded white hair. To remove the yellow look, rinse the white hair in bluing water, of the blueness that you would use in rinsing white clothes.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
Journal Miner Authorized to State Arizona's Prettiest Breathing Spot
 Will Be Rendered To Prescott
OFFICIALS PERSONAL VIEWS ON PROPOSITION

Speaking as a private cit izen, I would say accept the park. Not only accept the gift but make the beauty spot even more beautiful. No city has too many breathing places and the more that can be shown
 the better for the municipality.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29

had the least intention of giving away such a valuable parcel of land," said Councilman Head.
 ''It seems so surprising that can hardly grasp the meaning of the splendid donation, as never heard of the generous inelinations of a cit izen of this community reaching the limits as this gift implies.
 "It is not only a splendid gift, but it's extent dazzles me. The city is fortunate indeed, and I believe there will lie a unanimous endorse ment by the people that will support its acceptance at the earliest oppor- tunity, and I believe the cost of main taining the zoo and keeping up the at- fractions of the grounds will be re- paid many times over.
 "I am an expansionist, and the bigger we get all the more inviting is Prescott to the homeseeker. Boost Prescott all the time is my motto. v
 Councilman Hughes Views.
 "'This is indeed a surprise to me, and let me add that it is a most pleasing one. Of course you must realize that this matter has come to me suddenly" remarked Council man Hughes.
 "In fact, I knew nothing about it until the Journal-NIiner informed me this evening of the generous offer and anything that I can say is nat urally as a private individual.
 "Nothing in my opinion can bet ter advertise a town than beauty spots, and where is there a park throughout the Southwest to equal the Murphy park7
 ''It has certainly been made one of the show places of Prescott-a park that can be pointed 70 by every resident and shown with pardonable pride to all of our visitors.
 "If the city should get it, we have our prisoners whom we could put to work to still further improve the driveways and to make the park still more attractive.
 Naturally, you realize that from the standpoint of a councilman there is little that I can say, as ii would i'll become me to comment in my off cial capacity before I am informed as to what the terms of the gift will be-"
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
COLUMBUS KNIGHTS ID PAY VISIT TO
 ARIZONA Committee Will Come To View Sanitarium
 Location

During next January a committee composed of the most influential off eials of the Knights of Columbus of the United States will visit Arizona in connection with the proposed con- struction of a sanatorium in the south west for the treatment and care of the tuberculosis members of the order, says the Phoenix Democrat.
 Although it is not yet definitely known just when these men will be here, and in consequence, no plans have vet been formulated by the members of the local council, the sub ieet is one that is now being given consideration among the Knights.
 The visit, it is said, will be made for The purpose of personally investi- gating conditions, elimatieal and oth- erwise, to be reported back to the grand council and to be acted upon at some future meeting.
 Phoenix will be but one Of several cities to be visired by the committee as number of locations have been proposed and weighty consideration will be given all the bids before the site is finally determined.
 Among other cities to be considered are Tucson and Albuquerque, both of which are advertised as health re- sorts, but although Phoenix is by no means assured of the construction and maintenance of the sanitorium here, it is said that this city is favored in that respect and stands as good a chance as any of them.
 However, the local Knights, realiz- ing that it is not at all unlikely that the hospital will be located elsewhere, are devising ways and means to pro- mote the eity's interests in this re- speet.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
KNIFE WIELDER IS HELD
 TO THE GRAND JURY.
(From Fridav,s DaiIvN

Fisher Brown, the negro knife slash was taken to Ash Fork yesterday and given a preliminary hearing.
 Judge Cramer conducted the exam inatiOn, while P. W. O'Sullivan. the assistant district attorney, represented the county. Brown was bound over to the next grand jury in the sum of 800, which he was unable to furnish. He was brought back last night by Deputy Sheriff Cook, and lodged in jail.
 Brown was very talkative over the ease. As fast as he would get one foot out he would land the other in, telling story of his knife work that was decidedly conflicting and unrea- sonable. He claimed to have reached the Needles as a guest of an official of the Santa Fe in a railroad auto, and was surprised to run into the arms of a deputy sheriff at San Bernardino when he reached that city.
 Learning that no personal injury was thought of at Ash Fork against him, he made the trip north in better spirits than when he passed through the day previous with Sheriff Smith, when he thought the air was dangling with ropes to take him to a lynehing bee.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
LoFGREN SECRETED LARGE
 SUM IN HIS HOUSE.
From Fridays Daily,

Mrs. T. F. Lofgren, the widow of the late T. F. Lofgren, who was found dead in his cabin on North Mccormick street a few days ago, reached the city yesterday from her home in Lawrence, Kansas, which was the former home of MT. Lofgren, and it is the widows desire to have the body placed in the family vault there.
 Among the personal effects left by the deceased was said to be a letter in which he predicted that his life was short on this earth. There was other data of a personal nature, to- gether with life insurance documents among his effects.
 When no money was found among his effects. Mrs. Lofgren began rigid examination of the premises and found a large sum of money that was secreted in the building, the method of hiding the same showing that the deceased did not care to deposit it in a bank or to let any one be the wiser over his possessing such sum.
 MT. Lofgren was widely known in building circles of the city. and was a skillful mechanic. He suffered for years from asthma and in one of the attacks incidental to this af- hiction is supposed to have fallen to the floor and later tO have been frozen to death.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
LEGISLATORS REUNION.

ATLANTA, Ga, Dee. 24.-Surviving members of the Georgia general as sembly of 1ss4-5 met in reunion here today to renew acQda:2tI1ees anl TO swap "reminiscences of one of the most notable legislative sessions in the history of the State. The gath ering was held at the Capitol and was presided over by former Cover nor Henry McDanieI, who was chief executive in 1SS4-5.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
Vast Acreage Donated.

Vast Acreage Donated.
 Some conception of the magnitude of the acreage to be taken over by the city may be gleaned when it is known that over half a mile square
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29

 of finely wooded ground is embraced in the tract.
 Through the long stretches the best built wagon roads in Arizona run and at many points command the most scenic attractions in this country which is famed for it's picturesque noun tain views.
 From several of the vantage points in the park the san Francisco noun tains, loo miles distant, can be seen, and their peaks, Perpetually snow capped, excite tine admiration of every visitor to the Queen City, who has ever had the opportunity of viewing them, and the sight is one that is long remembered.
 Area Embraced in Park.
 Beginning at a point about 200 yards to the north of the Hummer residence, the lines run east of that center to and including the Pioneer Home grounds, zigzacging to Granite creek Going to the west of the start ing point, all that ground, including the Indian Hill driveway. is taken in. All roads embraced in these areas are included in the gift. Going south from the Hummer residence over a quarter of a mile of finely wooded ground is designated, making in all over half a mile square of land that is finely adapted for recreation purposes or for an additional city park. All improvements are specified, including the splendid driveways that cut through the park at many points, and many dwellings.
 A conservative estimate of the i'm provements made in recent years by Mr. Murphy will total at least $15,OOO. The addition is one of the most ire quented in the city. The smooth roads that run through it, and the attrac- tions of the many wild animals, make it a desirable place for hundreds to visit daily.
 Natural Advantages.
 IL is not a center that has to be made over, nature endowing it with the charm of a fascinating creation, in which the pine tree mincles with the rough boulder, forming, in short, 8 panorama of the most eutrancing makeup. With few exceptions, and for a small sum, it can be i'm proved materially.
 The generous impulses of Mr. GIur- rhy in this respect are to be commend ed. His park is practically the only recreation place for the people and it's beauty has been frequently com msrted upon by hundreds.
 Big Municipal Asset.
 Associated with this generous do nation of MT. Murphy, there are other paramount matters to take into consideration other than the value of the improvements seen and the zoo attractions. The value of the lands embraced in the donated zone is heavy, and in addition to this the creation of a city park that the present generation will cherish and the future appreciate is possible for the first time in the history of the Queen City.
 Fascinating in Its Wildness.
 It is not a center that has to be made over to bring the people to it; nature endowing it with the charm of a fascinating creation. in which the stately pines stand sentinel-like over the huge boulders while deep ravines, green-covered, give an added tinge to the rustic beauty that makes the scene ideal and entrancing. Foliage is dense at any point reach ed in the park. A striking feature of the soil at any time of the year is that a cement coating is placed over
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
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BY COUNCILMAN BELCHER.

Individually, I say accept the park by all means. It is the best possible advertise ment that Prescott can have for customers who visit this section. It is e show place surpassed by no other in the entire Southwest.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
BY MAYOR GoLDWATER.

. The offer pleases me great
 : ly. It delights me immense . ly to know that the city has
 /. an opportunity to have an at . tractive park. This proposition !. meets with my personal en- . dorsement. It will certainly . be a valuable Prescott asset. . s:ss z. s,s s.. T. T. T. .. .;s T. .i.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-12-29
BY COUNCILMAN HEAD.

Delighted? I most certain ly am. I had not the remot- est idea that the city would be rendered so valuable a do-
 nation. Its acceptance, in my
 opinion, means a boost for
 Prescott and I am always a
 booster for the Queen City.
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