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St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
DRAPERIES FOR THE BEDROOM
NeedleWork Decorative Schemes Help
Much in Giving Pleasing Ap-
pearance to Chamber.

In the modern development no ap-
piled art is more interesting to wons
en- than needlework which goes to
further a decorative scheme. in the
home. Feminine handwork is init
nately associated with the home and,
while too lavish display is bad form,
yet a certain amount adds a pleasing
touch to the other decorations. Out
of the dead past comes the womanly
craft of making linen bed clothes,
those covers with appliqued borders.
If you have a bedroom which per-
chance lacks the proper note of decor
alton, you may be able this winter to
turn your clever hands to the making
of something in the way of overdrap-
cries, such as bed covers, dresser
scarfs and the like. Creamy linens
are used for the purpose and the ap-
pligUe design is white, cut from
white linen and stitched to the cream
linen. Crewel and knot stitches,
short and long embroidery, French
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
BY Julia BottomTey.


American-made shoes have out-dis
tanced those made anywhere else il
the world in the race for excellence
This has been true so long that the
American shoe in American shoe
shops is sold everywhere. In points
of style, finish and variety the Ameri
can shoe is first and so far in the
lead that there is no second Even
the French shoes strike the educated
taste of our country-women as I'm
shapely and uninteresting, almost
wholly lacking in style
Women have grown more fastidious
in the matter of shoes and the advance
Of the manufacturers in variety of
models produced, meets with de-
mand SO ready that our mind is in
doubt as to whether this demand was
in existence before it was met, or not
At any rate, each season brings forth
numbers Of new models, and the styles
In shoes are getting about as much at
tention these days as the styles in mil
linery.
Women have out-grown the foolish
practice of pinching the feet, or wear
ing shoes unsuited to their individual
needs. Such is the variety of lasts
made that there is one for almost
every foot. There are several types"
which af9 understood, and shoes are
so cleverly cut by the manufacturers,
so we'll thought out, that shapeliness
is the effect in all the different models.
"Mannish" shoes are chosen for
walking, having good substantial soles,
heels moderately high and very strong
and general appearance of strength
and durability in the entire makeup.
For such shoes, tans and blacks are
naturally most popular. One may get
them in brown, gun metal, OK blood
and probably similar shoe in other
colors. Kid and calfskin furnish the
materials Of the greatest number of
models in street shoes. In Fig. / an
IDEAL shoe for general wear is shown.
It IS as trim and sensible looking as
the plain and handsome tailored gown.
Win which 1t Is intended to be worn,
UNAAA 0AO"o tuS SAME beauty ana SIM
pl1c1ty in cut, the same care in its
finish. Such a pair of shoes, it goes
without saying, almost, is the first
essential in any womans shoe-outfit-
ting. These she must have-be she
poor or rich. Happily, the price is
not above the reach of any one. Two
pairs of walking shoes, in good con-
dition should be always on hand and
worn alternately. One should keen
the pair not in use, on shoetrees and
in good shape as to cleanliness. Oc-
caslonal attention to the heels, where
there is tendency to wear them off
at one side, will Drolong the life and
keep the shape of the shoe. It is
good idea to have one pair with high
tops so that the ankles will be protect
ed in wet weather. Nothing repays
care better than shoes. A shabby ap-
pearance is the fault of the wearer.
and any shoe man will tell US that
proper care in keeping up the good
appearance of shoes lengthens their
term of service by half the usual time
of wearing.
Street shoes are distinctly not for
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

the house. A pair of slippers or a sof.
ter, dressier boot, should replace them
indoors. This change is good for the
shoe, for the wearer and for the floors.
If one lives in house with a summer
atmosphere all winter, there is no
reason why slippers should not be
worn. A lovely slipper is shown in
Fig. 2. Every woman should provide
herself with such a pair. Most of all,
the business woman, who is apt to
come home fatigued from a trying or
a monotonous day. A simple toilet
finished with dainty and comfort
able pair of slippers. The feel" of
the light, flexible and womanish slip
per seems to pervade one. It shows
in the carriage and amounts to a posi-
tive refreshment. A little gown for
evening wear at home should be of
the same characteristics as this slip
per, simple, pretty and most easily
taken off and put on.
A dress shoe, is another essential
to the wardrobe. This is lighter in
make than street shoe and a great
variety of styles is shown to select
from. Where the purse allows only
one pair fine, plain, well-made kid
boot, like that shown in Fig. 8, is the
happiest choice. This model is cut on
beautiful classy" lines. One may buy
it with patent leather tip or vamp,
or in unfinished kid. The moderate
French heel is graceful and redeems
the model from too severe lines, with
just hint of the frivolous in shoes.
The cloth top shoe shown in Fig. 4
is for those who require a little more
elaboration in dress shoe, or for
those who wish to match a costume,
1t is very quiet by comparison with
the footwear of those ultra fashion
ables who can indulge themselves in
luxuries in shoes as well as other
things. The cloth top has velvet col
lar and is finished with a silk cord and
tassels. The Cuban heel brings the
design down to earth. as it were, so
that milady may wear this boot on a
clear day with visiting gown, when
she goes to pay her calls or to attend
some of those gatherings for which
she must dress up" bit. This beau
tiful boot is dressy enough for any &C.
casion, and appropriate for any, ex-
cept, perhaps, for dancing.
When one wanders into the realm
of dress shoes a fascinating array
charms the eye-revealing the varied
demands of women of fashion. Shoes
and slippers and sandals in bronze
and gold and silver, more or less en-
bellished with embroidery, fairly beck
on one to study the alluring possibili
ties in dainty footwear. But this is
another story. This fairy-land of foot
wear appears to the eternal feminine
and shows that the modern woman
in remembering to be sensible in
street shoes, has not forgotten to be
romantic where she may.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
GAVE UP
ALL HOPE
After Four Long Years Of Suffer-
ing, Mrs. Dean Of BenbrOOk
Was Finally Relieved by
Cardui.

Benbrook, Text feel like 1t is my
duty to advise other women to take
Cardui, the woman's tonic" writes
Mrs. L. c. Dean, of r. F. D. No. t.
Benbrook, Tex.
81 suffered for four az long years
with female complaints. Such mis-
cradle person as I was! I had three
doctors, but they did me no good, and
I gave up all hope of being relieved.
"At last, my doctors advised me to
take Cardui, the woman's tonic.
took four bottles and now / am well.
Cardui saved my life and cannot say
enough for it. l have prescribed 1t
with great success for young girls and
women with various forms Of female
complaint.
"Cardui is a real boon to suffering
women. am thankful for the good it
has done me and 1 know it will cure
others"
This remarkable letter from lady
who has actually tried Cardui, ought
surely to convince you of its genuine
merit and induce you to give it trial
for your troubles.
Purely vegetable, perfectly harm
less, Misunderstanding and free from
all deleterious ingredients, Cardui is
the ideal remedy for all weak, suffer
ing women, young and old.
You are urged to get bottle at the
drug store and commence its use to-
day.
NOTE-The CarduH Home Treatment
for Women, consists of Cardui (&1),
Thedford's BIack-Draught (25c), or
VeIvO (5Oc), for the liver, and CRPdui
AntIseptic (50c). These remedies may
be taken sfngly, by themselves, IL de-
sired, OF three together, as a complete
treatment for wOmen's Ills. Write tOs
Ladies' Advisory Dept Chattanooga
Medicine CO., Chattanooga Tenn, for
Special Instructions, and 64-page book,
s'HOme Treatment for Women" sent I'm
plain Wrapper on request.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Long Chains in Fashion,

The desire for the Cartier watch.
on it's short enameled chain, has not
abolished the fashion for the long
watch chain, or the long chain with.
out watch for evening. These hang
well below the waist and are made
of semi-precious stones, as well as
precious ones. The extra heavy
twisted cable of gold, such as worn
by gentlemen before the war, has re-
turned to favor for women.
Jet is much in evidence. but the
new chain for watches is a slender
cord of oxidized silver with carved
links of silver set in. Canoes are
also revived, and the cameo bracelet
is the thing in arm jewelry.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
TOOK THE OLD FELLOW BACK
Actors Joking Remark Considerable
Shock to the Dignity of the
Old Gentleman.

There is a Thanksgiving story about
Henry E. Dixey, the comedian, that his
friends at the Lambs never tire of tell
ing
Mr.. Dixey, while visiting Philadel-
phia one autumn, attended very
aristocratic Thanksgiving ball in Rit-
tenhouse square.
While supper was being served, Mr..
Dixey ranged himself behind the sup
per table with the - or Is walters
busy there. Soon a mild hammered old
gentleman with white hair approached
the actor, glass in hand.
would you mind filling my glass
with champagne, please" he said.
Mr.. Dixey started, drew himself up
and said, with look of horror.
certainly not, sir; certainly not.
You have already had more than is
good for you"
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
The Divine Will.

It is sometimes small matter that
hindereth and hideth grace from us.
at least if anything can be called
small, and not rather a weighty mat.
ter, which obstructeth so great a
good And if thou remove this, be II
great or small, and perfectly over
come it, thou wilt have thy desire.
For Immediately, as soon as thou Civ.
est thyself to God from thy whole
heart, and steekest neither this nor
that, according to thine own pleasure
or will, but settlest thyself wholly in
him, thou shalt find myself united and
at peace, for nothing can afford SO
sweet relish, nothing be so delight,
full, as the good pleasure of the Divine
will.-Thomas a Kempis.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Livinu Without God,

How many there are who live as il
there were no obligations to God what.
ever. In short, they live as if there
were no God, and yet they are all the
while living off Of the very God they
ignore. With many it is pure thought.
lessness, for at heart they are not
wicked. And yet they are all the
while living in open violation of Gods
requirements. With not a few it is
question whether they walk at all with
Godfrey. L. M. Zimmerman, Luther
an, Baltimore, Md.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
WORTH KNOWING.
Simple Remedy That Anyone Can Pre-
pare at Home.

Most people are more or less sub
ject to coughs and colds. A simple
remedy that will break up a cold
quickly and cure any cough that is
durable is made by mixing two ounces
of Glycerine, a half-ounce of Virgin
Oil of Pine compound pure and eight
ounces of pure Whisky. You can get
these in any good drug store and cas-
lily mix them in a large bottle. The
mixture is highly recommended by
the Leach Chemical Co. of Cincinnati,
who prepare the genuine Virgin Oil of
Pine compound pure for dispensing.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Mount Vesuvius is having an erup.
ton regarded as the most serious
since the violent one of 1906. Stimuli.
taneously there have been heavy
earthquakes in Sicily, more particular
ly on the slope of Mount Etna, another
noted volcano. The result was the de-
struction of considerable property and
the killing of at least one person.
Seismographs at Washington and else
where have recorded disturbances
lately, and quite possibly another Pc
Rod of disturbance, manifested by
these outward actions, is going on
within the earth.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Astonished the Company.

A famous dean was once at dinner
when, just as the cloth was removed,
the subject of discourse happened to
be that of extraordinary mortality
among lawyers. I'VE have lost" said
a gentleman, mot less than six emf
nent barristers in as many months. u
The dean, who was quite deaf, rose as
his friend finished his remarks, and
gave the company grace-"For this
and every other mercy, make us truly
thankful"
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Fer Roudh Hands.

Seaside water is sometimes very
hard, and roughened hands are the re-
salt. A good lotion for softening and
whitening the skin may be made from
five cents worth of rose water, five
cents worth of glycerin, two cents
worth of liquid ammonia and the juice
of one lemon. Mix these ingredients
we'll together, and shake the bottle
thoroughly before using. Apply to the
hands after washing, while they are
still wet, and rub well in. Dry care.
fully with a soft towel.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
A Double peIiuht.

congratulate he" said young Smith
to a fellow clerk. I'm going to get
married"
Fine. Glad to hear it. But don't
marry all her family"
"Oh, there's only one sister-a
twin" said Smith.
Look alike?' asked the other.
Cant tell 'em apart"
We'll, that's rather awkward, isn't
it? How do you know which is
which,"
WELL" confessed Smith, "up to
date l haven't tried very hard"
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

The real forestry problem of the
United States is in the hands Of the
states and individual citizens. Only
a small fraction of the forest area Of
the country is in national forests and
II America is to be saved from the
fate of desiccation, which has over
taken every spendthrift nation in the
worlds history, scientific forestry
must be made the everyday practice
of the people, and it must be recog,
nized in the fundamental law of the
states.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

knots-in fact, anything you wish to
introduce in the way of stitcherv Is
permissible, but the edging should
be delicate. But, if you have not the
time to embroider the pieces, you can
Join the design with white or colored
cotton soutache. This work is done
on the sewing machine with the use
OF a braider. Yellow linen over white
curtains, outlined with white and a
color tint, is most beautiful
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Good for the Nerves.

At a recent archery tournament in
London 800 women took part in the
contest, the game having become very
popular. It is recommended by Lon
don physicians as splendid for the
nerves. American women have never
taken very kindly to the sport, but the
renewal of interest abroad may effect
a change in this country.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

1t is the era of short skirts for Ia
dies in street attire. OF course Paris
not only sets the fashions but follows
them, and in Paris streets the short
skirt necessarily implies care in foot,
wear. And so it comes that short
skirts are booming American shoes.
The Partisan lady wants the best that
is going, and she finds it in the Amer
ican shoe.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

A New England university has sus-
pended students guilty of violating a
pledge to refrain from hazing. Evil
IDENTIFY, the practice has such a strong
hold on the student mind that even
its sense of honor is blunted. 1t is
time for strong measures to stamp it
out when it begins to have this de.
moraliZing effect.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

The only pleasant feature Of the
hookworm disease is the ease with
which the cause can be expelled from
the human system. If what is said
about it is true, one of the wonders of
the twentieth century will be the
story of this disease. 1t has only late
ly been discovered; only within the
last year or two has it been discov-
cred that a considerable proportion of
the recruits to the military services
have it-and at once a plan is made
to spend $1,OOO,OOO in wiping it out.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

An alleged expert on the subject of
theft, being under arrest for it's prac-
tice, asserts that it lis a disease"
Even so, the traditional practice of
isolation looks like the best method
of controlling it.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Doctrines That Satisfy.

The Christian religion proclaims doc.
trines which satisfy the highest aspira
ton of the human intellect and crafty
the legitimate cravings of the human
heart-Card1nal Gibbons, Roman Cath,
Ollie. Baltimore, Md.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

A University OF Chicago professor
thinks we should have three more RS
added to the school curriculum, but
they do not have to do with the 'rah-
'rah'rah business.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

A worthy government official says
that fishermen are as great an asset
as are the farmers. Show this to
your wife the next time you are In
vited on a fishing excursion.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

For a few moments of sport West
Point has sacrificed a cadet on the
gridiron. The country has lost stall
wart defender and parents beloved
son. Is the game worth the candle?
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

A Chicago woman is suing for di-
vorce because her husband thinks
that 25 cents a day is enough to live
on. What extravagant notions some
women have!
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

For the information of the uniniti
ated we would state that pellagra, the
new corn disease, is not near rela-
tive of the jim-jams nor "dilirious
triangles.'
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Unless football is made less dan
gerous game it will be placed on the
list of prohibited sports.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
Moi Even SANDY

MILFORD was sitting upon his fathers
knee watching his mother arranging
her hair.
Papa hasn't any Marcel waves like
that" said the father, laughingly.
MILFORD, looking up at his fathers
bald pate, replied: Nope, no waves;
it's all beach, "-Columbia Jester.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
For Colds and GrIpp-capudine.

The best remedy for Gripp and Colds is
Hicks Capudine. Relieves the aching and
feverishness. Cures the cold-Headaches
also It's Liquid-Efects immediately-10,
Is and Soc at Drug Stores.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Kaiser Wilhelm says he never will
ny. Just wait until the new aerial
safeties are out and we shall see.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Enthusiasm is something that
causes man to shout when the
crowd is shouting, even if he doesn't
know what it is about.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Diaries for 1910 are out This fact
has bearing on the Christmas shop
ping question.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

How does lovely woman find the
time to work ten hours day and do
up all her hair?
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

DR. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets regulate and invig-
crate stomach, liver and bowels. Sugar-coated
tiny granules Easy to take as candy.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
CONVICTION. LOUISIANA

Now is the time to begin the safe
and sane Christmas shopping.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

No man has prosperity so algh or
firm but two or three words can die
hcarten it.-EmeFson-
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

HAVE YOU A COUGH, OR COLD?
If SO take at once Aliens Lung Balsarn and watch
results. Simple, safe, effective All dealers. Popu-
lar prices-25c, SOC and $l.00 bottles.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Alaska is said to be a future dairy.
ing country. 1t should produce high
grade ice cream.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Railroad reports show that old Gen.
eral Prosperity is making use of his
return-trip ticket.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Ills better to love to hear than to
love to speak Irving.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Flattery is turned to good account
when used as a budapest to all one
ought to be-Sample.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

He that does good works for praise
or selfish end sells an inestimahla
jewel for trifie.-St. Gregory,
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

high winds instead of fighting shy Of
them.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

It is usually costly to follow cheap
lv17an
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Defeat is a school in which truth
always grows strengthening
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

In changing cabinets Spain is mere
ly swapping horses in midstream.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

The man without a purpose lives on
but enjoys not fe.-Mecklenburgh
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Lightning has been hitting Texas Oil
tanks, thereby becoming creased
lightning.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Not only are beef and pork growing
scarce, with prices high, but now
comes word that there is a shortage
in the poultry supply. One explana-
ton is that farmers and ranch own
ers in the west have found it more
profitable to give up their acres to
wheat growing at prevailing rates
than to raise cattle and chickens. But
at the fancy figures prevailing or
promised there should be money in
fowls" Present conditions tend to
encourage vegetarianism.
It is evident that the immigration
laws Of the United States have some
thing to commend them to other coun-
tries. The Mexican minister to Cuba
is now here studying the workings of
the system at New York with a view
to devising laws for his own nation
and for similar purposes. Many be-
lieve our restrictions are not sufficient
iy severe and that unfit aliens creep
in through our immigrant stations.
But there must be merit in the plan
in operation here when other coun.
tries seek to copy our laws.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25

Money is a good servant, but a dan
gerous master-Bonhours.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1909-12-25
SENTENCE SERMONS.

You cannot conquer any weakness
by coddling it.
It is easy to mistake being stuck
fast for being steadfast.
It is slow work curing the worlds
ills by preaching our isms.
Nothing is accomplished by those
who are afraid of overwork.
The worker who watches the clock
never acquires the right to set it.
Some imagine that just life is one
spent in judging other people.