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The Wenatchee daily world. [volume] (Wenatchee, Wash.) 1905-1971, 1910-12-05

Eastern Star Election Of Officers.
Astral Chapter No. rs will hold
it's annual election of officers in the
Masonic hall. Tuesday evening, De-
cember 6. All members are expect
ed to be present.
BESSIE LEWIS,
Secretary.
The Wenatchee daily world. [volume] (Wenatchee, Wash.) 1905-1971, 1910-12-05
FOR EXCHANGE
HOUSEKEEPING ROOMS
DOG LOST

LOST-Thoroughbred English Col
lie, black except little white spot
on breast. Liberal reward. Phone
1854. j. w. Wineland. 1877
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
PEASANT BLOUSES
STILL IN VOGUE

The peasant blouse, so long a fea-
ture of the dressier afternoon and
evening costumes, has lost nothing
Of its vogue, and there IS every fndf-
cation that ii viii be carried on into
the fall styles. The very newest mod
els of these costumes, both for formal
and informal wear, carry out the one
piece sleeve and bodice idea
The lighter and more supple mater
ials Of a semi transparent nature
have been favored for developing this
style, but Il is now found that cloth
lends itself very readily to the sim
pie yet effective cut Of the peasant
blouse.
The agitation over the length of the
sleeve still continues, but IL is now
quite generally believed that the short
length VIII be favored for gowns of
this character A few fall models for
street wear in the heavier serges and
broadcloths show three quarter length
sleeves. so the end Of the battle roval
Of sleeves is not vet.
The advance styles in street gowns
are showing sleeves that vary great
", in the effort to determine which
sty!e VIII be the one generally ac-
A few STYLES tend toward the leg
o mutton, others are decidedly bell
SNAPPED, wnlie still others. and these
IN Ihe majority, are plain hand trim
Ineq Only with little soutache or
atm piping, or with lengthwfse frills
Of lace. - ---S
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
y DOOHW Dix y lila Wheeler Wilcox y Frances Carroll y
HOME CONVENIENCE FOR FLAT-DwELLERS

TO the dweler in fats and apart
l ment houses any device which viii
economic space and make for neat
ness and order enlists the instant at
tention OF the housewife who pre-
sides over the more or less commo-
dious domicile. Especially is the
kitchen in the average apartment apt
to be 'cribbed, cabined. and confined"
when the question Of closet room
looms up. A few shelves. a tiny cup
board, too narrow to admit OF much
leeway in the disposition OF the alb
solute necessities and a door lined
with odds and ends OF hooks and
brackets comprise the usual range Of
conveniences. Just whas TO do with
the useful set OF brushes. big and lit
tie. which go to make the labor of
the kitchen less arduous. is a prob
lem which Will be suitably answered
by a rack such as 1 am illustrating
today.
The boy with the scroll saw can
work one out in a fiffy or the handy
man about the house with a little BIT
Of ingenuity may use his tools TO
great advantage in the elaboration OF
this kitchen convenience As A SUD
plement 10 its attractions one might
add a nickel rod. Affixed at the low
er edge the rod would prove useful
for the surplus tea towels with which
the well-con Quoted kitchen is always
well supplied.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
WISE HOUSEWIVES
SAVE OLD CARPETS

The wise housewife knows the value
Of leftover pieces Of carpet.
When 9. CarUet gets too old for use,
and IL Is taken Up 10 be replaced by a
better one, do not give it 70 the rag
man. OF course il is foolish 20 keep
more stun OF that sort around than you
can possibly use, but there are many
places where a bit OF old carpet may
be used 10 advantage.
In a kitchen with stone floors, II
viii be a great comfort 10 the cook 70
have little rugs. which may be made
Of short strips OF the carpet 10 use in
the places where she VIII do any con-
tinuOus standing. II is much less tir-
ing 20 stand on carpet than on either
stone floor or boards. and these strips,
small enough TO be shaken easily. and
OF small loss if things are dropped on
them, are practical saving.
There should always be a strfn of
carpet TO put under the tubs and under
the ironing board for the laUndress to
stand on. They may be easily rolled
Up and put out OF sight afterward
otten, too. the refrigerator IS not
ready 20 receive the ice. or there NAV
be too much, and the best way to keep
u for FEY hours is TO cover II with a
newspaper and then wrap it in the in
oispenSaoie oid carpet which has first
been thOrCUchly cleaned.
Another use for a strip about six feet
long IS for a runner" In houseboIds
where there are children. or many per
sons coming in and out. this runner
VIII save the carpet on a rainy dav
when il seems quite impossible for
everyone 10 wipe his feet thoroughly
The runner should begin at the door
way
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
ONION JUICE
IMPROVES SALADS

Vegetable salads viii be more ap-
petizing II the mayonnaise contains
onion juice or garlic.
1t is a good idea TO place a hook and
eye near the bottom Of your skirt
opening. Never unlock this and your
skirt will never be torn.
To clean a wire clothes line sprinkle
wooden cloth with kerosene and rub
the line. Then sprinkle cloth with good
cleaning powder and again rub the line.
To rid the kitchen Of ants and cock
reaches brush with boiling hot water
in which alum is dissolved.
Economical mothers make the small
boys suits out Of suits OF "grown-ups -
after ripping, washing. and pressing
For the parts OF the lawn where ora &C
will not grow set out slips Of running
myrtle.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
BE HIPLESS
TO BE BYZANTINE
To Acquire the Newest Figure You
Must Lean 20 Dress
Correctly.

Byzantine is the name for the new
figure
To be truly Byzantine YOU must Be
truly hipleSs-
This means that you must be so well
shaped that you can wear the thin. loose
clinging stuffs without looking odd in
them.
You must be so slight that YOU win
sway.
A. the same tine YOU must be 7Irr7
IN your hands and arms and quite fui-
N me Iace- You can acquire THIS only
oL the right kind Of exercise and diet.
For exercise walk long and persistent
Is every dav.
To get the Byzantine figure YOU must
learn the art OF dressing correct
II. To be certain you're properly dressed
lIt your arms high. open and close ,-o-r-
myers, and bend until your finger Tins
sweep the floor Do this with your cIOth-
ing arranged for the dav II vo-r.~a
puffy or II anything snaps and gives
then You VIII know that YOU are moi
properly dressed
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14

Mrs. ]. B. Kinnear to Throw
Open Home Again on
June 20.

In recognition Of the interest taken
in the proposed Strangers Club, Mrs.
J. 3. KinLelr. Of 1870 California street.
has asked ne again 10 extend an invi-
tation for number of young men and
women 70 be her guests at an informal
reception OF June 20.
As on the former occasion when Mrs.
Kinnear entertained thirty or more
young men and women who, for one
reason or another, were deprived Of the
social background they had enjoyed at
their own homes. the entertainment
viii be open TO strangers in the city
men and women brought 70 Washington
in PURSUIT of a business or professional
career.
In regard 70 the invitations. the same
course will be pursued that resulted so
happily on a former occasion-that is,
al interested are 10 write to Mrs. Kin
near or call her up by telephone CNorth
SGD. and give their names and ad-
dresses.
That she may have time 10 make ade-
puate preparations, all intending TO
avail themselves Of Mrs KinneaTs hos
pitality on this occasion are asked TO
communicate with her at once.
Mr.. and Mrs. KiLnear Will be assisted
IN caring for their guests by Mr.. and
Mrs. ]. X Smith and W. K Cooper.
In connection with the invitation I
am publishing Mrs. Kinnear's letter IN
regard 10 the first reception
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
THE SEARCH.
BY FARMER SMITH

oh, my, oh, my" shrieked Mrs. city
Mouse, look herer'
cats tracks" said Mr.. CITY Mouse
Wen follow them"
'Oh, Oh, OH" cried Mrs CITY House
rockihS back and forth in her grief
Now. do be quiet" said Mr. CITY
Mouse impatiently. well find her.
They ran along together lust as fast
as they could. following the cas-
tracks. Mrs. City Mouse had to SION
every now and then TO wipe the tears
out Of her eyes so she could see her
way.
ooh. mamma. oh. mammal thew
heard voice right above them.
Look up here" said the voice
Mauoie's voice Here I am. Look ont
were coming down"
And down they came, Maudie and
Matte from the hole in the tree.
Maudie's mamma cIasped her in her
arms and laughed and cried over her
Here's little girl with me- said
Mandle- She was in the tree with
Why, If il isn't little Cousin Mat
tie said Mr.. City Mouse.
"Oh, goOdie," cried Iittla AT.++;a
Let's all 80 home"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14

"THAT was good story you told
me last night, papa" said Ethel.
please tell me another one"
So Ethel's father told her some more
about the little Mice
Mr.. and Mrs. City Mouse came back
70 the leaf where they had left little
Maudie fast asleep. Mr.. City Mouse had
his little hat filled with water.
The raised up the leaf very carefully.
There was no MaUdie there. Her little
doilie was lying there all alone.
Why, where on earth has the child
gone" said Mr. City House IN dismay,
putting his hat on his head. The water
few all over him.
''Oh. Oh. Oh. my little Maudie is lost"
sobbed Mrs. City Mouse.
There, there, don't take on, my
dear" said Mr.. City Mouse. she's
somewhere about"
"oh, dear. oh. dearr' again cried
Mrs. City Mouse. 7 Just know some
thing awful has happened to my darling
little girl"
Come on said Mr.. City Mouse. pick
ing up Maudie's dollie, come on, wen
90 and ind her."
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Historical Recipe Contest
By Frances Carroll
! We had a good many inquiries as t.

T We had a good many inquiries as &c
just what I meant BY recipes VIII
II history" and all / can reply is
meant just what said. I am look
ing about for some good, snappy, little
stories or Incidents or anecdotes con
corning some good recipe. The story, as
readable tale, and. the recipe as a
valuable addition TO ones book Of good
formulas viii be considered IN adjudgine
the four prizes, which are so, s., 50, and
81 respectively.
one Of my young readers has caught
my idea exactly. Here is her letter:
The Sherman. Fifteenth and L
streets northwest, Washington. Z. c.
Dear Miss CARROLL have written
a little story which is true and which
mas been handed down to me bv
grandmother. whose grandmother in
turn told her.
have enjoyed the puzzles greatly
these last months. but have never
list ri0'o
With all the best wishes to YOU. 7
remain 800
Your little friend,
June IS, 1910. LIZ " -
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
ind Wisdom in YOurSo
BIZ Ella Wheeler Wilcox
FRANCES CARROLL.
Copyright 1910.

breathe enough and few breathe prop
Not one person in ten thousand real
lzes the vast importance OF right
i breathing.
Deep breathing. practiced daily. with
/ the right concentration Of mind Ieads
| 70 reT1eCt health and 10 the attainment
OF any desire OF the heart.
All understandings Of spiritual laws
Z ana all power over the material things
OF earth must begin bv deep brestbi,,c
All physical ailments taken in Time
| can oe cured DV proper breathing exer-
clseS- business. hysteria. desmond
4 encF, Indigestion and all weaknesses of
the lungs and chest
But 10 produce the desired results the
breathing must be done daily and with
perslstenCy.
Every lung cell must be filled with
fresh air and every muscle Of the bodv
must aid IN its distribution Throughout
The system, and the mind must make
this distribution OF more than physical
Import.
So let the ms. who desires wisdom,
above all things breathe in wisdom a
Few moments daily. and he viii find
new avenues OF understanding opening
10 him as the days go by.
There IS no unseIdsh and intense de-
sire OF the human heart which MAY. nor
be Eratited here on earth If we are ma
tieut and n-rsiSrent
an the forces OF God lie in the human
being
II is only necessary TO realize thlE
TACT and 10 live according 10 that re-
aliZauon 10 build for ourselves such
lives and bodies and environment as
we desire
Poverty, sickness, ignorance. unhap-
piness are all false conditions
Wealth, health. knowledge. happiness
are yours IL you care enough about
them to find them
They are in your own soul. as the
precious ore Is IN the mOuntainside.
Dig and you shall find.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
SPRING LAMB UP
ONE CENT A POUND

There is very little change in the
market today, excepting meats.
Calves increased in price Il cent per
pound and spring lamb jumped from
~ cents to 81 cents per pound.
Blackberries increased 1 cent nor
box and are now selling at II cents
while Strawberries decreased In price
IL cents per box. The berries thar
are now being received are very soft
on account Of the wet weather for
the last few days
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14

Although life is brief and time is feet
ing ever so many had the courage to
get out their boxes Of water color and
paints and illustrate their contributions
with original drawings in water color.
In the main. however. the circle CON
tented itself with a proper re-arr7nee-
iheht or the letters and phrases and
forwarded cleanly printed or neatly
written lists
Several. by the way, took issue with
the spelling Of No. "a, and If the author
or the puzzle has anything 10 say OF
that subject please let her speak .up and
set our puzZlElE minds ar rest.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
BECOMING MODES
OF HAIRDRESSING

me older girl usually arranges her
hair In one or two braids and fastens a
large bow at the nape OF her neck
A parting at the irons IS newer and
pFeIuer than the pompadour on state
OCCASIONS She may wear a bandesu OF
VSIEet' rlobon, or shell across the front
The very little girl looks Dreft,, vyi+l,
a oandeau Of bright ribbon encirclinr
her head and ending above the ear in a
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
WOMAN USES IDIOT
AS OBJECT LESSON

In the recent political campaign in
France the women took an unusually
prominent part. A number Of women
were candidates for the chamber Of dep
uties upon a platform which included
me right 10 vote. equal pay for equal
work. and reform Of the laws governing
matrimonial rights
ne campaign was purely educational
and no woman was in serious danger
I'd being elected
., One French woman appeared al a DO
Ltlcal meeting accompanied bv an idiot
Uho' she explained, had a right 20 vote
@noer the law while she had not.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Receptions Are Due
To Lonely Girls Appeal

may say N connection with the invi-
tation that the first meeting grew out Of
a series Of letters, published on this
page, from men and women, strangers
In the city who complained OF the
meager opportunity for social enjoyment
and relaxation through the impossibility
OF meeting COngeniaI friends.
Acting upon the suggestion OF one or
my correspondents that some person OF
standing in the community show her
good feeling by standing sponsor for
the young men and women so situated.
Mr.. and Mrs. Kinnear opened their home
with the results noted in Mrs. Kinnear' s
letter printed above
FRANCES CARROLL
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Mrs. Kinnear Tells
OF First Success.

1870 California street northwest.
June Il, 1910
Ny Dear Miss Carroll.
Being more than satisfied with the
success Of the Strangers Social held
al my home May 10, and IN response
10 many requests not only from
guests on that OCCASION but from
many who could not be present.
owing 10 the limited capacity OF my
house. I take great pleasure in again
opening my home June % In Ike
manner 20 thirty guests. young men
and women who are strangt rs IN the
city.
The great appreciation evidenced by
those who were with us on a former
occasion and the evident desire 10
have these So Gals continued prompts
me TO take the step.
AS before, those desiring 70 be with
US must communicate with me at an
early date, either by post or by
phone, North 5762. as there are al
ready q number waiting for a noti-
fcatiOn Of the next meeting
Very sincerely yours.
MRS. J. 3. KINNEAR-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
lCVT HAT should a man do who
MAJ wants % become wiser
v than he Is ?"

| 4 II
wv S Gsse b. % i.,s become wiser
This problem ough9 20
interest the entire human family. since
every man desires 70 be wiser than he
is; even the sages and seers of learrb
are ever seeking larger wisdom and
clearer sight.
The average mind can find iurnrove-
ment by giving an hour. or even A. nor
ton Of an hour. every dav To r,eadlng
books Of history. travel and philosophy.
ana thinking about them afterward.
II Is small use 70 read without thought
or reflection. indeed. It is worse than
not reading at all. since Il weaIoans. the
mind to crowd II with haphazard and
unsolicited reading, just as It Injuries
the hinges Of a trunk 10 crowd II with
piles OF unfolded and unsystematlzed
materials.
To seek the society Of people Who
are better instructed than ourselves is
another method Of Improvement. vet
mere knowledge Of literature OF events
is not wisdom, and he who seeks the
latter must learn 70 look within his
own soul for f.
A quiet quarter OF an hour given daily
10 meditation on the words wisdom"
and light" accompanied with deep
Breathing and a strong desire for great
er knowledge. will help materially to
ward the desired requirement Of wis
dom
The nrst thing a human being does on
entering earth life is 10 breathe II
IS the one thing he never stops doing
IRON birth 20 death Yet few people
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Flower Puzzle pIcOSeS
BY Frances Carroll

~ HE wild flower gatherers came
In a dripping but well lowered
i set this morning, indeed about
everybody who ever answered a
puzzle problem came along bright and
early with a collection Of flowers which
ne thought best answered the REQUIRE
ments set down by Mrs. Grimes locoed
assortment.
Just tie sort Of puzzle to suit my
fancy Is the note one Of the puzzIers
attached 70 his solution; and
Wei, Miss Carroll. this is Just what
1 Ike" is the way another puzzler
started out
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Love Talk Is All
Hot Air, She Thinks.

ole man. spoons I, love tax Amt
nothin' but hot air: but when a woman
takes az much interest IN settin' a near
patch in her husbands b-itches as she
does IN wuking an embroidered center
piece. why she's handin' him out a proof
OF her devotion dat Is strong enough 10
draw money on az de bank
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Instructions for
The Contestants.

In conclusion let me again say write
on one side Of the paper only, write
ieglbly and take care to have your pro-
portions properly designated, and 81
carefully written that mistakes viii he
practically impossible.
Also please 20 not roll your MSS n
difficult
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
Years of Growth.


J. b R--There Is no definite age limit
as 20 when a person acquires HIS height.
Some never grow after their fifth or
sixth year. as for instance, some Of the
famous midgets. The period Of greatest
growth is, generally speaking. between
the ages OF twelve and seventeen. Some
persons increase in stature after they
are twenty-five or twenty-three
McAllister Is Fancy Free.
Theatergoer-Mr. McAilister, I under
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
The Unexpected


Here Is Miss Lewis story:
II was a clear morning in the early
spring Of 1871, and the sun shone bright.
" over the old Martin plantation in
virginia. yet little Miss Betsy Martin
sitting lonely on the wide piazza aid
not notice the glorious sunshine or tbs
gay crocuses nodding a fair good dav
to tteir young mistress. for she was
thinking Of the CRY OF Washington. snd
she longed with all her heart to be
there
Ihis was to be a gala day. General
Washington, now President. was ex-
pected home after his tour of the
southern States, and all the family had
driven over TO the city 10 see the Pres
ldent and do him honor. and the men
who had fought by his side were to
shake his hand.
As Betsy sat there thinking an those
.hings and wiping away a gathering
-ear, she was somewhat SURPRISED ~
zee three gentlemen riding uD the road
IN horseback. for everyone in rbe
country round about had gone over
70 the Capital.
Drawing nearer they dismounted and
entered the great gate past the crocr,e
beds and came up TO Betsy one a
gentleman OF very grand and handsora
appearance, bowed low 10 Mistress Pet
sy and asked If she wOuId no lind
enough 20 give breakfast to three tire5
wayfarers. ~ GU
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
TO BAKE QUICKLY.

To bake potatoes quickly, place
them on top Of oven under second
S covers. Ihey viii bake IN half an
range
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14
She Didn't Know
Ike Had Read It.

'Cose I didn't know nothln' bout Ike
havin' read bout what dat Wheat. King
say, bout man when he gifts 20 be
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1910-06-14

hLty ought 70 start an court hts wife all
I over agin, lax he did when he was
young; so when Ike comes a sidlin' into
oe kitchen. de odder night. Whar I was
/ a glttin' supper, I warn-t 10 wise pre-
pared for what he was gwin 70 do. nor
| "ukked Up 70 receivin' hit in de right
spirit.
I 81. r lst news I knowed he come a-ar1-
o I'D up up 70 me an handed ne q bunch
What's denz' saws I
/ Deys violets.' spons Ike
1 g,.,--f-1.-- seams i, you better been a
/ Ss go YOU money for a head Of CAB
But I used 70 bring Won violets be-
70 We was married. says Ike wild a
/ soIL or Crouch comm into his voice.
t,,,-lH oidn't have 70 chfTlen. dat
tl,-,eis az aat dere stomachs Is de bot
- - - Pt~ oeys 50 hard % nj up, IN
IN IN GAYS, says I. an Wild dat Ike went
along an left me 70 finish co0J(ir' a.
supper IN peace
But after sumner --bs, T a.. ,,---,-
Cd up De dishes an had ser do--r ~ -,---
new patch on his britches. he comes
an Isacned down over my cheer an be-
gun klssln ne, an up an say.
70 needn't do dat. Tor re do-s
set my foot down on you COIN 10 49,
Z crap game an you can't pull de wool
. over my eyes wild none Of YOU paIavsr'
- Alrancy, how can you De so
f. cECelE means he, as 20 suspicion rns
% such thing as wantin' 70 Ieave ,-r,-7'
dear slde2' o~
. Wen. you mostly does OF q aver.n,
81 / don't keep ny eyes skinned SAYS
7 ask nothin' OF life but never -
be parted from YOU he goes on.
Rolling Pin Acquaintance
For Stay Out Lateness.
d" Wei, you'll git dat wish-or elsa
you'll make acquaintance wild de roIlin'
pin when you comes home, ef Won STAYS
out anymo' until O'Clock in de rnawn-
IN, a tankin' yo'self up on dat red
eve, lax you did last Saturday night
5 Jys I
'Peti Darling. Angel! Love, Nv
o-lllest ownt Ny ducky daddIer rscIair7s
he. a-rOllin' his eyes al de ceilin'. gffs
Vidout you would be a flower v-ftho1,
perfume, a night without stars. a day
without a sun
For de Lawd sake 'sclairng 7.
what's de matter wfd you. Is you siclx7
Is you got any misery in 70 haidr
Den ne up an tell me what dat wheat
king say about courrIn' yo' vie over
aIter you Is been married 10 her for
thutty years OF so, an dat he's z-trvfrs
20 put dem noble sentiments In action.
Shoo, says I, dat is all foolishness.
4ou don't need 10 git down on vo' knees
an swear You loves me I hears dar
sound In evey lick Of wuk dat Won does
Tor me. an hit sings as sweet as a.
anset harps when you turns 10 ray
envelope over 70 me on a Sat'dv nigrr:
an pound OF 6eefs1eak is Jest as much
lOFe token as a bunch OF American
Beauty roses an mo- film
An You Airandy. does YOU love ne
now as much as YOU did when 7 uaz a
young buck2' SAYS Ike.