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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Judges Have Some Difficulty
Deciding on the Prize Winners

Everything Is shipshape for the an
nouncement OF the prize winners tomor-
row. and the only thing that made life
hard for the judges was the fact that
so very many correct solutions were
submitted. have a fancy that all the
readers OF The Times Woman's Page
have their homes in Easy Street for
every time a good substantial feast is
put before them they sereneiy draw
up their chairs. unfold their serviettes.
and proceed 20 read the locoed card
with as much ease as though il stood
before them as plain as print.
clustered at such a usual thing az
festal dinner? Bless you. no: not at all
they are all accustomed to 'em. there
fore. it doesn't much matter how the
names of the good things are spelled.
The puzzlers just settle themselves
comfortably, and then give their order
off hand.
And as for bOnmots and repartee. and
after-dinner talk-wen I rather think
the Woman's PAGE family has a few
quick wits among them. For instance.
read this:
Washington. d. c,
September Il, 09.
Editor the woman's Page.
THE Times
%Dear Editor:
Last night my wife said to me,
You have acquired a pretty good
reputation as a astronomical sprint
er. and ''Marathoner." so show me
how quick you can run through
this
The this alluded TO was the non
sectional dinner which YOU have
placed before aspiring-maybe also
perspiring-prize winners this week
Reading your prologue ana tntroduc-
tory remarks, / recognized at once
the genial and accommodating host,
for I have Travelled some IN my DAYS,
and the good things to eat charac-
teristic Of the north, east, south. and
west sections Of our great republic
have often tickled my palate. Eager
" grabbing the list, I wsded IN with
delightful anticipations for ] knew
that something good was coming
off,
Tt was an easy matter 10 find the
name OF the road house. and 70 dis
cover whct tie jolly host called his
menu card. and how he proposed TO
serve the food. So I began with the
roast clans. and proceeded grandly
until reaching the h2lihut steaks.
Here paused for 3 second, for there
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Medium, Weight Materials
For Autumn and Winter

Many persons ordering an autumn
suit and intending IT 10 do duty through
out winter perfer a mediUm-weight ma
teriel. sufficiently interliued to what
heavier quality which looks too rough
and-ready for the early fail days.
Women will endure the excess of
warmth long before winter makes II
necessary. but they will not put Up
with coat too wintry in appearance.
Just by way o. suggestion, II ought
20 be generally known that white,
woolly felt. which Is so generally used
for interlining. has, in its loosely
woven fabric, great numbers Of long
white hairs that gradually work their
way through the cloth 20 the surface.
The const ant picking out Of these hairs
can he Ohviated by the use Of dark felt
interlininEs, and. although all tailoTs
object most seriously TO unprofcssiOnal
Interference. IL is well 20 know an occa-
sional thing and 70 Insist
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
GOOD MANNERS CHEAP
BUT OF GREAT WORTH

No woman is too young or too old,
too powerful or too inconspicuous, that
she can afford 70 grow careless IN her
manners. There is no bigger asset IN
hfe than manners that win friends-and
keep them.
A pleasant good mAinr" costs
nothing. yet is as rare in many fam
lies as II manners were Of radium
scarcity.
Some peoples manners are Ike bats
they only come out al night. To be
courteous in the morning may oil the
household machinery for the day.
Surface manners are not the most
desirable. but are much better than
none. Like painting the outside Of an
old house. they at least please the cas-
ual beholder
The true good manners are a matter
Of the heart. They carry a friendly
smile for all, a kindly interest in the
small affairs OF others-that grea
breeder Of patience-and courtesy that
Is not limited by feelings Of favor.
Many women let down their manners
through Indifference; they are self
absorbed and forget the rights Of Others.
These are the women who would he
Mortified to know their reputation for
rudeness.
There IS less conscious rudeness than
most OF us credit. Occasionally the
snop appears who thinks position is
shown by snubs; more often our Iapses
in politeness are due TO oVerwork. worry.
hurry, or ill health
There Is a rudeness that springs from
observation-disclosures. Oddly enough this
lack Of manners is more openly resented
than most. though the offender Is gen
orally gentle at heart and would never
wound Intentionally.
Whatever the cause, mind your man
ners. II viii pay you q big interest In
good will.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Magazines and Periodicals.

TT HE magazine situation today is wonderful To say that the
magazines of today larger and better and
than ever before is putting it very mild
The number actually increased hreefold years. the
wide variety subjects boadened that periodicals
are now to be found counters devoted Fashions Amusmen
Professions Studies and Sciences. dozen feature the
Stage and Peop-Occ Science TheoSophy and Mental Science
many more say nothing of the of purely Literary, Social
and Pictorial In all Of these may be found the of the
worlds greatest and the giants of Literature the sweet
Of themes and OF all walks of life
Our counters less than two hundred different periodicals.
weekly monthly and quarterly devoted to all branches of reading
We special facilities for securing back numbers and
hway wants orders left with will receive prompt attention
subscriptions taken for any and all publications. which will
be delivered to subscribers through the mail
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

separate PARTS. border OF corners Is
designed and stCnCiled upon the ton of
the spread from four TO six inches from
the edge. continuation Of the same
motif Il used as a border round the
rune. the same distance above It's
lower edge. II the conventional or
floral design he too heavy. Il NAV be
broken and used only at intervals round
the rufhe.
A two-color stencil delicate green
leaves. Tor instance, with red or pink
roses on yellow flowers. may be put on
in stencil dye, which is washable when
carefully done with warm sjsds and fire.
quent rinsing
viii. either OF them. make an elective
bedspread- The creme Is bought
very beautiful shades which viii con-
tribute 20 the color scheme Of a room II
the dyes chosen for the stencil are IN
perfect harmony sn6 not too heavy.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Pure OffVe Oil Good
For Those Who Are FfaH

II olive oil agrees with one. nothing is
better for delicate persons, and espe-
cially for delicate. fragile children. than
pure oil Encourage the invalid who
finds cod-liver oil distasteful 10 eat
plenty Of olive oil with salad As an
aperient il Is also invaluable.
Two teaspOonruis Of pure olive oil
with one teaspoonfUI Of lemon Juice
should be taken early every morning.
II there Is any tendency 20 weakness
Of the chest. hoarseness, colds. olive
oil may be freely rubbed into the chest
night and morning; the pores Of the
skin will readily absorb 50. and it will
De found TO contain both healing and
strengthening properties. Care should
he taken I'm using OIL Take small GUAM
titles. and gradually work up to the
point where the oil >is palatabIe when
taken in larger measure
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Stenc7ed BedspreadS Are
Easily Made and Pretty

The homs-ma king Of the bedspread
is almost a necessity in this dsy Cf
the metal bed. which precludes the pos
eihiiity Of the ready-to-use spread.
The old-fsshioned type OF ruf1ed
cover. with its fr,n falling TO the floor.
is the suitable covering for the bed that
vill not ADMIT of tucking in.
The Powered bedroom presents little
difficulty. Offering cretonne or gorgeous
clnintz for the spread, and requiring
only the careful fitting II a tor piece
and its surrounding uIfhes left open
At the two lower corners Of the bed,
so that they will all gracefully on each
side Of the brass leg
The stenciled bed spread is cut and
made in the anne way, but rot until
the decoration has been applied 10 IT'S
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
EUenb1g Wrap Is Necessary Article
For the City Boarding School Girl

Another important garment IN the
OUTFIT for a girl in a city boarding school
Is an evening wrap or cloak. White,
gray, tan, or scarlet, all are pretty,
and this wrap must depend for its
charm entirely upon the color, for Il
should be simple TO the last degree.
so that It shall bear no resemblance
to the elaborate opera cloak os a later
day. Sleeveless capes are worn in the
evening. but loose coats with long full
sleeves and yoke high at the neck are
infinitely better in cold weather This
wrap should be heavily wadded or in
terlined. Unless there is a fur lining
light colored satin bTocade or lowered
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Year of Boarding School
Essential For Modern Girl

For the modern girl at least boarding school
deemed esseT ia of her covntr-
girl winter in large city looked upon obligatory
that she acquire that finish pose manner which
only life is metropolis contact with CITY
girls
To the girl the other whole existence or
rather winter existence has been passed confines
city at last of life country where she ma
acquire fund of health vigor should be given
And for both Of these of board
ing school training TO be derived the learning
hours
In the main essentials boarding school
same whether the school is in city
must De the afternoon
dresses and the simple ocks for
the outfits
be the Keynote OF
life calls
choo
The recreation hours
wh in
natinees concerts
afternoons
hat Of
girls sailor dress, sweater m
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

SIX or brocade are now preferred to
the long, popular white satin lining.
Ihree mats are generally included IN
winter outfit for a young girl, but
there is no need for more than this.
The one aim In selecting an outfit for a
girl at boarding school should 10 TO
give all those gowns that are absolutely
necessary and then 10 choose that
u0tsseau so cleverly that each dress
Will answer all purposes REQUIRED OF n
and that there be no extra garments
which can just as well be done with
out Naturally, the girl will not have
unlimited room for her belongings. and
all the unnecessary articles will be iust
IS much further trouble to keen 5sst
and in repair
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

Sof1d Mahogany Dining Suite. in
dun finish, consisting Of the following
pieces; 1 buffet. 1 54-inch Table. I China
Cabinet, l Side Table and Chairs.
S2S5.98. Value, SS4a.Aa.
CHARTERED Oak Dining Chairs. leather
s2.95. Value, s4.5e.
Chartered Oak Dining Chairs. box
$3.50. Value, $3.50.
CHARTERED Oak China Closets. three
s15.7s. Value. $1,000.
CHARTERED Oak China Closets. hutsd
Corinthian columns,
sls.Se. Value, $500.
very fine CHARTERED Oak China
-Closet. with CorintbIan columns. two
mirrors in back.
$3.50. Value, ss2.5O.
ouartred oak Bunets. swell front.
s29-50. Value, $4,000.
I CHARTERED Oak Buffet, large size.
made by one Of the pest makers,
$500. Value. s125.0o.
! Solid Mahogany BUFFET. dull finish,
wooden drawer pulls, colonial design,
1850. Value, $500.
] Solid Mahogany Buffet, dull finish,
old metal trimmings,
$500. Value, SS9.e0.
Sixth floor, @ Sc.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Daily Fashion Talk.

The college girl will in her wardrobe
frock built the effective lines pictured in to-
days model.
Wooien fabrics of lighter weight as wolfe or lans-
downe VIII develop the satisfactorily
as presented IN dotted Swiss. the
sby for the semormal by the college girl In
her capacity Of near debutante"
me square collaress yoke and the
cialY attractive, while fullness distributed by means
OF the tiny teks in bodice and accepted long
me without acoentuatng the senderness esh figure
This is Butterck pattern No. MAJ be had
hIhe Palace. FRANCES CARROLL
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
DO NOT OVERRhTE
MEMS ATTENTIONS

Girls, do not overrate the attentions
OF the men you meet. Summer eve
nings are full Of bewitchment. and men
and maidens often fancy themselves in
1--we, when IL is simply the fascina ton
or time and place. and may have in 81
nothing stable. nothing that Is really
worth while
Look upon the man who SAYS nice
things 20 YOU as simply your good
friend untn he declares himself your
lover. and remember that no witching
hour should let him tempt YOU TO break
down the barriers OF your girlish pride.
ijT't let him touch the tip Of your little
finger until he has the right. You'll be
glad You didn't when the right man
appears
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
JUDGMENT NEEDED
FOR HAIR DRESSING

You girls who stick your hair full OF
fancy pins, combs, clasps, barettes,
bows. bands. and snoods. have no idea
how cheap and overdone Il looks or you
would not do It. ! counted four fancy
combs two barettes, a huge bow, two
fancy clap pins, and a ribbon snood in
a head OF pretty auburn hair near me
Just now, and the melange Of ornaments
simply made 81 ridiculous. a we'll
dressed woman never does that sort Of
thing
The things that adjust our hair should
not be conspicuous, and on all ordinary
occasions the hair itself should be its
own ornament.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
EXTREME NEAT'NESS
is MOST ESSENTIAL

Extreme neatness is the most essen
tiel thing In every woman past twenty
one Her dress should be perfect IN
every respect. and free from any negii-
gence. no matter how light
What is pardonable in a little whirl-
wind Of a Rirl-a slipped down collar
band, an open or wrongly closed but
ton, etc.-in the mature woman is
Judged as a capital offense. and liable
to put her in not too kind a light.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Why Boots Are Reversed.

9. F. jim answer 70 your query.
why are the boots reversed on the
horse at an army officers funeral. q"
Leopold Wagner in his book, Man
ners, Customs and Observances, says.
a military funeral is always impree-
sivs. When such an one takes place in
time Of peace the ceremonial is exactly
the same as II would be In the camp or
or the battlefield. gun carriage
forms an imprOVised hearse. the drums
are muffed out OF respect Of the dead
comrade. and all arms are carried re-
versed, to show that the company de-
puted to perform the sad office count
upon the forbearence Of the enemy for
the time being, consequently they do not
fear an attack The spurs on the
boots are considered part OF the arms,
so they are reversed
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
BUTTON DIFFICULTY.

Your button molds should be bone
white bone-to insure their not coloring
the cr,ocheted or covered button. 1t IS
n sad and sorry feeling that Ereets a
batch Of Numbered buttons after the
wood tint. a delicate scorChed shade. Las
hltered- through In the drying process.
The white bone mold may he bought
iu various sizes and with a hole through
the center TO facilitate the embroidering
OF t-arioIIs designs.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
About Our Upholstery Shops

UR Upholstery Shops located the eighth floor under
sona supervision perfectly equipped for the prompt xecu
ton of orders for making reuphosterng, repairing and REIN
Shng of and all kinds of furniture matter how deliberately
carved intricate may be the upholsterng.
We also make to order fine drapeieS poree and hangHgs
modern and period styles.
Also Lace Door Panels for private residences hotels cafes
and dentists Offices manicure paror with profes
sion therein.
Parquetry Floongs made and laid from the planes to the
most intricate designs.
Window Shades order at moderate prices The chief points
about madeOOTder shades that only
Kings Scotch Holland and Handpaned Cambria and Opaque Cloths
the highest grade spring rollers and henghone Stchng-h stitch
being done on special machine which prevents the cloth from
cutting the when ordinary straight stitch is
made order for bed crib Mattresses and
Pillows renovated and recovered with ticking Lace Curtains
cleaned equal to
Floors stained waxed and polished for dances teas receptions
etc, in a satisfactory
We also make to order Shirt Waist Boxes Cedar Dress Skirt
Boxes, Cedar Chests Box and Head CoucheS, etc.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Street Widths

". J. K.-The average width Of Penn
sylvania avenue from the Capitol 10
the Treasury Departmert rs 100 feet
from building line to building line, and
JOS feet from curb % GU. = The width
Of Fourteenth street at l. street is 10
feet from building line to building line,
and seventy feet from curb 70 curb.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

Mahogany Washstands, English de-
s1O.75. Value. $500.
Mahogany Bureaus. swell top drawers.
stationary metal drawer pulls.
1885,. Value, $500.
CHARTERED Oak chevai lrirrors. oval
shape,
sss.75. VaIue, ss5.se.
CHARTERED Oak Bureaus and Chiffon
iers to match, wax finish, best plate
glass mirrors. wooden drawer pulls.
Bureaus, $3.50. Value, $1,000.
ChiffOHiers, s2s.75. Value, $4,000.
Solid Mahogany Settees leather seat.
$500. Value, s49.0O.
Maple Rockers and Chairs to match.
hand-caned seat.
Rockers, $500. Value, 1880.
Chairs, $3.50. YaIue, 500.
Mahogany-nnish Hall Racks. oval
mirror
s21.59. Value. s2s.e0.
Chartered Oak Hall Racks. shoe box
and umbrella stand.
$3.50. Yalue, s22.5s.
Quartered Oak Arm Rockers, wooden
seat,
1896. Value, $500.
Box Couohes. CHARTERED oak frame.
best springs.
s17.75. Value, s25.Ae.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Queries of Times
Readers AnSUercd
Spanish Pezeta.

Inouirer-The Spanish pezeta, also
spelled peseta. is a silver coin worth
about 10 cents. II is divided into 100
centesimos- The peso, worth from 70
cents TO 81. Is "a Spanish coin used also
in Argentina. Chile. Colombia, and 9TH
er Spanish-speaking countries.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
FEMININE HINTS.

SIX and wool ottoman or sheer tex
ture Is making many of the handsome
costumes for summer.
Stockings match every variety Of shoe
and all the more fashionable Of the
dress shades
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Files of The Times.

c. R.-Consult the inquiry column Of
The Times for July a. The files will
De shown upon request at the business
office
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Our September Sale of
High-grade Furniture
At Manufacturers Wholesale Prices.

HE opportunities offered by September Furniture are u-
pcedeued both in the ataivenesS of the stock and the
unusual vaueS-ManhacureIs Wholesale Prices
Those who opening earangng their homes fall
interested in the present display of Furniture seventh
floors includes rich and beautiful furniture of the makes
all the finest woods among which many old reproductions
also includes much of the practical Furniture for
all parts Of the house. and there many odd and pieces suit
able for October Wedding Gifts
The following items represent unusual values:
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Friends Kind Gift.

R.-Thank your friend. who inlpreSses
me as being rather unusually kind. as
you would any other person VINO be
slowed a gift upon you. Your expert
ence, I believe, is rather unusual.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Recipe for Hard Work.

Ruth-For hard sauce work two able
spoonfuls Of butter and a cupful of
powdered sugar TO a white cream. then
beat in the juice Of lemon and a pinch
Of nutmeg and put by In a cool place
until needed
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

Magazines and Periodicals. bound to order in strong and service
able manner at reasonable rates.
Book
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Hair Tonic.

Anxious think the tonic you men
ton will not affect the color Of the
hair. II is supposed to be very bene-
fetal, and in that event II VIII have
tendency to give the hair the bright
ness which comes from good health.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

had been nothing doing in the liquid
accessory line to help things down.
There must be something TO drink
listed somewhere on this great bill OF
fare. l murmured and II there Is
l want il. and bet your life III get
II. but I can wait and on I chewed
From the steaks to hot cornpone
the going was still easy. hut when I
saw pear cider. JOY permeated my
bosom. for l thought I saw some
kind Of beer. Whispered 20 myself.
Here's where I drink but myself
replied, April fool. guess again Full
OF determins ton and the preceding
courses. 1 gameIy went on and fn-
ished up the whole list. But. hulIy
gee; wa sn't I thirsty?
"A. T.. MIDDLETON,
'2134 Fla,gler street northwest.
Clever enough. isn't it7
FRANCES CARROLL.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
LOCAL MENTION.

]. Richard Riggles, ez7 9th ST. N. W
John Lucas Metropolitan Paints. tf.5O.
Glazing promptly attended to.
Expert Sewing Machine Repairs and
Cleaning, 81 up. Adjusting. 50 cents. 913
9th St Davis Sewing Machine Agency
Perfection in Oyster Cooking.
Phiia. oyster g. chop House, 5l3 18th NV.
We Clean Your Carpets Right.
No Halfway Work with US
Charge Very Moderate.
"a CONGER. Phone. West AZ.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
4 "NON-SECHONAL"
DINNER PARTY

l-Trye no i'll hen.
2-Fire All! f. o. B.
3-La! at race.
An c Last soar.
5-Cler coffee Mary.
6-Shine up cock.
steal his tub. Ak.
S-I1 lead mobs on.
9-Lo a fine iov.
IO-Rig a Post.
ll-Piece chink.
12--Chase fern. P.
l3-Try or scenes.
l4-Koil red boa.
LIB. Seek a band.
l6-Ti to seed crop.
I7-C saw doll.
ls-No North cope.
l9-Bear cider.
20-Sorrow not-be bad-N. B.
2l-So S dare take S c.
22-Pander E. cash came.
23-S don't lame lads.
24-C. her seek a dancers G.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Fine Wall Papering.

attention 3 o Fapsrs imported
tina
Painting, work etc
8igh-ciass ms
I u
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
People of Refined Taste

Like our Port, Sherry and Angelica
Wines, sc per bottle, 3 for 81. Scnwab's.
tS sth St s. E.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

Gas Ranges, Water Heaters, 6I6 Izth St.
c. 4. Muddimsn & CO. 1904 G ST.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

csvsrly's plumbing. 1851 C St N. W.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18
Perfection in Oyster Cooking.
We Clean Your Carpets Right.

Phiis. oyster & chop House. 5l3 18th nv
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

Box Couohes. quartersd oak frame.
best springs.
s17.75. Value, s25.ee.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-18

Quartered Oak Arm Rockers, wooder
1896. Value, $500.