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The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
IS WHAT
COUNTS IN DRESS
Women Who Have Excellent
Taste in Matters Artistic Often
Fail in Personal Adjournment.

The eternal fitness of things is a law
that really is not peculiar to the art
of hanging pictures in a gallery or =
the form of a scientific article, but J..
something that ought to be applied 10
the activities of our everyday life. l
it not as real a thing in the matter o
a menu, or the furnishing of a room
or the combination of dress accessorie
as In anything else? Is it not as muc
a breaking of the law of the etern,
fitness of things to wear a stiff lin
collar on a lingerie siiiftwaist DIS (
hang a gold-framed oil painting meas
uring some two and a half by four feet
in a child's bedroom?
But though women realize thai the
latter is wrong, for some reason or
other they do not seem to appreciate
that the former is just as bad. Women
Who would not think of serving carrots
with chicken croquettes will wear a
fancy coat suit with a stiff tailored
waist. Why? Why do women who
have a sense of the fitness of things in
most of their activities wear pale blue
plumed hats with a dark coat and skirt
for a shopping tour? Once more I ask,
why?
Probably more today thar ever be-
fore is this sort of thing noticed, large
~ because women have more money to
spend o clothes nowadays than used
to be the case, and partly because more
and more are the standards of good
taste becoming a matter of popular
education. People who never knew
what was right and wrong in such
things TO- know we'll enough to be
critical, and many more know enough
to have ar idea on the subject which
may not always be correct.
That the standards of such things are
made by the select few is acknowledged
by the world. only tacitly, perhaps, but
by the very fact that we try to initiate
the doings and customs of the so-called
smart set we show that we think
what they do is the correct thing and
imitation is, after oil, the subtlest of
compliments. But these very people
who make standards of good taste are
at the same time the people who have
the money to live up to them, and it is
a sad fact that it takes either much
or much thought to dress really
well on a small sum
Not that we must have a lot of
things; no., but those few have to be
right, for we wear them every day, and
so the world gets a good chance to
judge of them. But the trouble is that
a woman having $50 to spend on furs
will buy two sets of imitation fur, be-
cause she wants ermine, and cannot
get 1t except in the imitation kind. One
good set of a less expensive and less
snowy pelt would be the good taste. OF
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
MRS. hoLLowAy's BIRTHDAY PARTY.

Mrs. Margaret Holloway, of IL Nor
wood street, was given a surprise
birthday party by a number of friends
who called at her home last night. The
evening was spent in playing games
and a buffet supper was served. Among
those who attended were Mrs. Albert
Freeman, Mrs. l.. Robinson, Miss
Anna Holloway, Mrs. Kaiser, Mrs.
William Wheeler, Mrs. James Connell,
Miss Clara Mooney, Mrs. e. Franz
Mrs. H. Compton, Mrs. B. Snyder, Mrs.
g.. Smith, Mrs. L. Baum, Mrs. c. Lof-
quest, Mrs. e. Pierson, Mrs. George
Ryder, Mrs. William McGovern, Mrs.
Thomas McGovern, Mrs. S. Gibson,
Mrs. Joseph Baker, of Maplewood, and
Mrs. e. Robinson.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

Buckley was staring at her fXedly.
What did you write?" he asked.
She was silent; the warm color was
mounting into her fine face; her eyes
were downcast.
Don't you want me to know now
what the letters contained?' he ques-
toned gently.
II don't see how I can tell you,
George, unless-' She paused.
Unless" he prompted, he fire of
hope almost aflame in his eyes-"un-
less?"
"You see," she said, "I don't know
how you feel about me right now, and
when I wrote it was under the-mem-
DRY of what o said that night in At
lanta."
II could never change, Lydia. / love
you with all my life and soul. | am
furnishing for one little word of hope
from you. Did your letters"
IT told o frankly in the first one,
George, that I loved you. that I was
tired of the way / was being treated
- nome and that If you wanted me I'd
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
A Subscription Dance and its
Problems.

My Dear Miss Doom:
l received an invitation to a sub
scription dance, with a girls card en-
closed. Am 1 supposed TO call for this
girl? Shall 1 take her flowers? Am I
supposed to write and acknowledge the
invitation? ]. p.
Subscription dances are usually given
by a committee. Perhaps the card was
enclosed by the particular girl to whom
you are indebted for the invitation.
Again, it might be the card of the one
to whom Q are to send your subserip-
ton. And yet, again, it might be the
card of the girl for whom you are sup
posed to call. If 1 were you 1 would
try to find out from another young man
who Is invited whether his invitation
was accompanied likewise.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
HOUSEWIFE SUGGESTIONS

A perforated pie-pan placed over the
teakettle can be used to keep a dist
of food warm.
A great many blemishes on wal
paper ma be removed with a rubber
on a lead pencil. !,
Dried lemon peel s%prinkled over coal
will destroy any ~disagreeable odor
about the house.
Combs soon warp and break il
washed with water. A good stiff nall
brush cleans them well.
Potato water is excellent for clean
ing mud stains from nearly any kind of
cloth or garment.
The oven loo should be shut as
gently as possible. Much of the heavy
cake and bread is the result of it's be-
Ing banged in closing.
A square of house flannel of the
stoutest and coarsest description made
into a bag and put over the broom is
the best means of sweeping boards or
Hnoleum. When slightly dampened it
takes up instead of scattering the dust.
BY pouring a little olive oil over a
soft linen cloth and gently rubbing
over the surface of mahogany furniture
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
She Bushes DreadfuIIy.

Dear MISS Doom.
I am 10 years Of age and find II very
disagreeable to be in the presence Of
others, even those with whom I am ac-
quainted. I get very red in the face,
which unnerves me. and I long to get
away from them. Please tell me how
to overcome this. Awaiting your kind
advice. I am. TROUBLED.
Stop thinking about yourself. Bash
fulness is actually an expression Of van
ity. If you were not -self-conscious you
would not be bashful. Try to assure
yourself that 1t is ridiculous to think
constantly of yourself, and how you
look, and the way you act. and what
you are going to say next. when prob
ably no one else is thinking about you
at all. Get rid of the idea that the gaze
of everybody centres on o and you'll
soon recover. I might add that bushes
are decidedly becoming to some people.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
Tight Gloves and Sleeves
Make Women'S Hands Red
Madame Alta Points Out How t he Fair Sex Sacrifices Health
for Sake of Symmetry.

result from their treatment owe at least
three-fourth of its success to the thor
ough cleansing which the skin has un-
dergone.
Dust finds its way through the min
ute and delicate pores of the complex
ion every hour of the day, n unless
vigorous means are adopted it plays
havoc in time with a complexion ever
of the rose and lily type, and few or
binary mortals after c~hildhood's days
can lay claim to such.
Once for all, 10 amount of cold water
viii avail to cleanse the skin.
It 10 doubt stirs sluggish veins tc
life, strengthens and invigorates. the
muscles, and imparts a delightfully."-
fresh feeling. but it in no ways affects
biemishes or removes waste matters
from the skin of the body or face.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
Baked Corned Ham.

Soak ham over night. In morning
clean and pare and wash with vinegar,
but do not dry. Put into a roasting
pan, skin side down. covering the pared
side with a thick paste OF flour and
water. Mix together cupful of cold
water, half a cupful of vinegar. a table,
spoonful of molasses and a tablespoon
full of onion juice. Pour over the ham,
cover and bake, allowing 30 minutes
. the pound. Basic frequently. Take
. the ham, scrape off the paste, re-
move the skin, sprinkle with cracker
crumbs and brown in the oven. Serve
either hot or cold.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

l overheard Governor Telfare insult
you as he did. You seemed a king
among men when you spoke to him as
you did, and what you said about your
respect for me and the sacrifices you'd
make rather than help link his life to
mine-oh, George, then I saw the diff
ference between you and him; he SEEM
ed a dwarf in soul and body contrasted
10 you. Afterward, in the parlor, !
tried to show you how I felt, but you
misunderstood. I did not blame you.
I could not have expected you to act
otherwise after his d~isgraceful con-
duct. l threw that in his teeth, too,
the other night In Atlanta. 1 shal al
ways be glad l did it. 1t was little,
but it was all 1 could do for you"
you old him you overheard it?r
said George.
Yes; it was this way: He was beg
ging and imploring me to give him a
ina answer. l had not openly refused
him. I was afraid he would write to
father and tina father might be affected
by it, to his injury. But the morning
we left Atlanta Governor Telfare came
to see me and began again to urge me
to marry him. I fatty refused. He
then dared to speak dis~respectfully of
you. and I told him just what a coward
he was and how I knew it. l told him
also that I knew about Mr.. Truths
pulling his ears. I told him everything
1 could think of and sent him away
with a flush of shame on his face. 1t
not have been exactly ladyllke.
but I lost control of myself. I couldn t
bear to hear him speaking lightly OF
YOU
God bless you. dear!" George sail.
he drew her head down and kissed
her on the lips. God bless you!"
When Mrs Hiltver returned home she
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
lie Made a Regular Fool of Her.

Dear Margery doom:
l have been keeping company with a
young mar for a year and a half. Last
week a friend of mine gave a party.
Before l received the invitation / old
my friend that I was doubtful about
going. He did not ask me to go with
him, but another asked me and 50 /
went with him. Then q girl told my
friend that ] told her that I had re-
fused to go with him. This, of course,
was a falsehood, and I told him so. but
he doubted my word. and made a regu-
lar fool and a liar of me In front Of
four or five people. At last he found
l vas right. Don't you think he should
apologize? I asked him TO and he said
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

found them together. Lydia sat on the
edge of the bed holding his hand. On
their faces lay expressions that recalled
the brightest period of the older wom-
ans youth.
81 see you didn't waste time" she
said gently as she kissed Lydia on the
brow.
No; we understand each other now,
Mrs. Hillyer,' replied the girl. They
will never give their consent, but I'm
going to stick to George anyway"
"Consent?" laughed Mrs. Hillyer,
why, bless yore sole, child. yore folks
will receive George Buckley with open
arms. After you left I exploded a
regular boomerang in Their midst. What
you reckon | told EN-? l told 'em that
me an Mr.. Hillyer had willed all we
got on earth to George Buckley an
thai he'd be about the we'll offest young
man In north Georgia at u deaths,
al yore father
what are you talking about?'
George exclaimed, in establishment.
"Talkin' about the legal documents
me m my old man signed yesterday
responded Mrs. Hillyer. with a chuckle.
I'VE hain't got no children of our own,
an why shouldn't we want to know
what's to become of our effects after
we are gone? We both love you like
a son, an we are a-goin' now to take
Mrs. Lydia Buckley into our hearts,
too, thank the Lord"
'Well. that's news to me-, George
said. And / don't feel worthy of it,
ether"
Worthy or not, that's not fer you to
judge" said Mrs. Hillyer; "but it GER
tainly has made the road smooth fer
you with the Cranstons. Why, I eve
seed the like. The old major sprung
up when I toll i'm about the will IN
stood ~quiverin' from head to foot.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
Simple Rules for FagOting.

Close or simple fagoting is made by
beginning at the lower left-hand cor
ner of the strip of material and cross
ing the open space with the thread.
with which take q small-sized stitch on
the edge of the material and, crossing
again to the opposite side, take an
other stitch the same size on hat
strip of material. Repeat that cross
and recross of the stitches from side
to side to the end. being careful to
make all the stitches and spaces the
same size and width.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
THE MENU RECIPES.
D.s.s c-YtA n So

One gallon of water, one quart Of
pork. one pound of beef. Put over the
fire, seasoning with salt and pepper,
celery salt, %sulpicant, curry powder,
marjoram or savory; let 1t boil slowly
for two hours, or until the quantity Of
liquor does not exceed two quarts. Put
into a colander and press the peas
through with a spoon. Fry two or three
slices of stale bread in butter until
brown, scatter in the soup in the tu-
reen.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
AUNT MATTY'S MENU

MISUNDERSTANDING
Apple sauce
Shredded wheat with cream
Omelette Watercress
Cornmeal gems Coffee
LUNCHEON.
Lamb chops Drowned potatoes
Carrots and peas OLIVES
Molasses cake Tea
DINNER.
Dried split pea soup
Baked corned ham Boiled potatoes
Spaghetti and cheese
Chicory salad with French dressing
Apple custard
Coffee.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

he would not humble himself so much.
Shall I stop speaking to him until he is
willing to? I love him and know he
loves me. At least he claims he does,
but you know how men are, just like
the weather.. Thanking you. I am,
UNCERTAIN.
He should not be too proud to apollo
gize when he knows the fault was his.
This sort of pride is nothing but vanity.
An apology does not necessarily con-
sist Of falling on ones knees and beg
ging for forgiveness. If he says he Is
sorry, n you know that he means II,
that is all that is necessary. Let him
understand hat you DO not propose
TO be treated unkindly by anyone.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
NEWS FOR SHOPPERS
~ . 4

Every housewife should see the bar
gains in table linen in all of the new
est patterns, offered this week at the
Bee Hive.
A heavy galvanized iron garbage pail.
a necessity in every home, is offered
reasonably in the household depart
ment at Hahne & Co.'s.
Splendid for the babies comfort are
close-knitted white sweaters, fasten-
ing with pearl buttons. They are
shown at the w. V. Snyder Company's.
Neat little silver thimbles, with en-
graved borders, are on sale at l.. Bam-
berger & Co.'S. One would be sure to
please the girl who delights in fancy
work.
Among the dress fabrics displayed at
the David Straus store are new chiffon
wool batistes in the most desirable
shades and patterns.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
NEEDLE and THREAD
Military Street Coats.

Smart street coats are made very
plain and show little or no breadth.
Many are trimmed in military style
with braid loops and buttons extend
ing from the collar TO the extreme edge
of the o As nan as three dozen
ornaments will be seen on the front OF
an otherwise plain coat Where the
trimming is used to produce the
double-breasted effect, the ornaments
are smaller, but as numerously dis
played.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

"sWhy, Mrs. Hiilyer'-he quit sayin
madam-'why, I~never knowed the
young man a any expectations at all.
l lowed he was jest, you know, a sort
o. bookkeeper with a small intrust in
the business. Eff I'd "a knowed be was
a man o. means I never would "a raised
so much fuss over it, Well, to make
a long storyyshort, he give in as grace
full as a'body could ~wish-blamed eff
the old Teller didn't actually chuckle
when [ sorter SKINNED i've some o.
Mr.. Hillyer's investments in railroad
stocks an the like. The worlds the
same all over. Most aristocrats believe
in aristocracy only when it's got a cash
basis. Lydia, yore pa actually feels re-
lieved. He's had a big job, weak as
he is. tryin' to marry you to a wine
bag, an now that yore goin' to do a
sight better of ore W accord he's
powerful we'll satisfied. Most folks
come around to what they have to
meet, an when they are made to come
around TO what they rally want they
do it with a whiz an a slide. SO, young
man. you've won yore fight. an you de-
serve to be congratulated"
"Well. I can't take credit for it,"
George auSheu- 1t sSeiHs 20 me thdA
the whole town and half the county
have been helping me OUT
Leaving the lovers together, Mrs.
Hillyer went downstairs.
81 thought at fust," she unused, that
I'd not 'et Mrs. Uugan Ia on this, out 1
thought as we'll. That's about all the
pleasure the lone woman gifts out o.
life. an she's entitled to this morcel
Yes, I'll run over an tell 'er. The
truth is, I'm dyin' to tell somebody, an
1t nd be a RELIEF to see 'er roll 'er eyes
an gasp. Thar she is now. maxim a
break fer the fence. She seed me witt
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

Take half q dozen tart, mellow apples
pare and quarter them and take out
the cores. Put them in a pan with hall
a teacup of water; set them on a slow
fire. When they begin to grow soft
turn them. Beat eight eggs with rolled
brown sugar, mix them with three pint:
of milk. CRATE in half a nutmeg and
turn the whole over the apples. Bake
the custard between 20 and 80 minutes
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

As the Silhouette outline is uenIa.4..o4
by Dame Fashion, curves of any kind
are frowned upon.
The gown shown here is a good exam
pie of the hipless, scanty skirt class. It
is of soft, clinging cloth, catawba in
shade. The buttons and loops hold in
place insets of chiffon cloth of a darker
tone. A touch of dull gold on the revers
and above the fringe on the waist adds
a rich bit to the color scheme.
The hat is of the 'fower-pot" variety,
with only the aigrette as trimming.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
MINISTER'S SON TO WE'D.

Miss Grace Fisher, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. Charles E. Fisher, of North
Seventh street, n George Ferry
owen, son of the Rev. DR.. and Mrs. Jo-
sehp A. Owen, of the Summarized
Methodist Episcopal Church, will be
married at the home of the brides par
ents Wednesday evening, March II.
Mr.. Owen is a manufacturer, being a
member of the firm of Gafafer & Owen,
of Paterson.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
MISS ScHANzE,S cH0c0LATE.

Miss Florence Schanze is entertain
ing at a Chocolate at her home, 80
Milford avenue, this afternoon. Her
mother, Mrs. Charles A. Schanze, is as
sisting, with Mrs. Robert G. Chase and
Mrs. William L. Ross, and a number of
young society women are acting as
fioaters.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
Combination Undergarments.

Combination articles of dress are
much in demand because they closely
ft the figure. When one cares to make
the articles at home it is necessary to
purchase satin, Italian silk, pohgee
or a good grade of satin-face foulara
The garments are buttoned down the
front and fastened around the neck
and armholes with ribbons.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
Whiting for Polishing Silver.

Plate powder that will not scratch
the finest polish on silver is made of
whiting. Pour yer the whiting enough
water to dissolve it n add some am
monia. Let the sediment settle, pour
off the water and let the whiting dry.
When dry it can be applied to the
smoothest silver and gold. 1t should be
rubbed with a soft chamois or cotton
cloth.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
FORMER GOV. MURPHY ENrERrAINs

Former Governor Franklin Murphy
entertained at dinner and a musicale
last night at his home, 1927 Broad
street. Covers were laid for eighteen
and ninety attended the musicale fol-
lowing the repast.
David Bisphum. the noted singer,
formerly at the Metropolitan Opera
House, sang and Frank L. Sealy, the
well-known %organist, played.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
MANSFIELD-OLIVER

Miss Hazel Oliver, only daughter Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Eastman E. Oliver, If
Roseville avenue, and Clifford Mans
field were married today at the home
of the bride. Miss Laura Delano Mil
Ter attended the bride. Frederick
Mansfield was best man.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

You will find great improvement in a
one-seam sleeve that is to fit snugly to
the arm If o will slightly round the
edge of the sleeve that over the
elbow. This is not observed on the
long sleeve that fits snugly to the arm,
but it gives decided comfort to the arm
at the elbow
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

course, if no IN had ever said that it
was wrong TO wear ermine to market
it would not be wrong. but the consen-
sus of opinion is that it is not right to
do this particular thing.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

The plastron front hat extends from
the edge of the yoke, terminates in e
pretty two-tab effect at the waist line
each tab being held in place with {
small buckle.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
MRS. CUMMING TO ENTERTAIN.

Mrs. Robert Cumming will be hostess
at the next meeting of the Wednesday
Afternoon Bridge Club, to take place
February 3.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

Much narrower and shorter ribbons
now displace the extremely long sash,
Tied at the side in a smart bow. with
falling loops and ends. the effect is far
more graceful than the sash.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

silk on an knows some'n's in the
wind. Hold on. Mrs. Dugan.' raising
her voice, don't break yore neek-I'm
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
MRS. KIRKpATRIcK'S BRIDGE.

A number of members of the younger
set are being entertained at bridge this
afternoon by Mrs. Littleton Kirkpat-
rick, of 243 Mount Prospect avenue.
An informal tea will follow the games.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

mems old white Hdress gloves answer
the purpose as well as any others. The
palms must be cut out, unless they are
also rough and red.
When beauty specialists and derma-
~tclogists gain the confidence of their
clients they occasionally make it known
that the freshness and radiance which
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
OFF FOR EUROPE.

Mr.. and Mrs. Paul III. Brangs, of
Roseville avenue, will sail tomorrow
on the Moltke, of the Hamburg-Amer-
ican line, for a Mediterranean trip.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27
x NEWS OF WOMEN FOR WOMEN AND THE HOME X
Women's and Chfldren's
Hospital Officers Are Chosen

They will visit Spain, Algiers, Morocco
n Italy and will return through
France and Germany.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1909-01-27

a-comin'-rm a-comin'. as fast az I
KIM"
The End.