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The Washington herald., 1911-04-19

| friendship and kindly attentions, the de-
light of having something to look for
ward to from day to day. has gradually
become very important to her. The
wrong is partly CLOSED over by his
specious arguments and partly by her
feelings that she is really of use to him.
And for the rest-well, lonesomeness and
overwork are not very good as stimula-
ters of the moral sense.
That she hasn't the vaguest notion of
the abominable and utterly unfounded
story he is circulating about her goes
without saying.
Poor. foolish little girl!
How / wish that you and all your
foolish little sisters who trust men like
this one so blindly might see your true
positions for a moment!
/ think II would mean some pretty
sharp, short stops for you and some
pretty hard croppers for some of the
cads If you could.
OF course. you each think that the par
ticular man who Is being a platonic
friend with you is really and truly to
be trusted and holds your honor as dearly
as his own.
Listen, girls. Why should this man,
who is betraying his wife, the mother Of
his children, the women he has every
reason to love and honor-and in your
heart of hearts you must acknowledge
that II you were that wife you would
certainly resent and regard as a betrayal
the way he talks and acts to you-why
should he be any more faithful and
honorable in his treatment of you?
No; you don't think your particular
man would be capable of saying that
you were running after him.
Perhaps not.
And yet, again, there is the chanc, that
he is saying that or something worse.
Is it a chance that you care 10 take?
RUTH CAMERON.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
PLATONIC FRIENDSHIPS
WITH MARRIED MEN ARE
INJUSTICE OANY GIRL

heard something the other day which
made me fairly sick at heart with horror
and disgust.
A certain married mani hate to give
him that name, but must for purposes OF
convenience-is going about telling his
men friends and generally circulating the
story that young girl, with whom he
has been seen a good deal of late, is
perpetually chasing him up and begging,
him to take her to dinner, walk to the
train with her, &c.
This is the girls side of the story,
which. Of course. has not received any
such general circulation.
The man has told her how unhappy
he is at home. that he is not understood,
that she is one of the rare creatures who
can understand him, that il is not Just
because he made the mistake of marry
Ing women not suited to him that he
should be entirely denied the stimulus
and inspiration of her society, that there
is no possible harm in her going to dinner
with him at a reputable restaurant Oc-
casionally or letting him walk to the
station with her. and that people who
would walk about her are evil-minded and
not worth noticing.
Inc girl Is AT heart nice little girl,
who wants to do what is right and has
no real idea OF the desolate wilderness
into which the primrose path she is
treading may lead her.
or course, she knows in a general wav
that II Is something of which mother
would not approve, but mother is so old
fashioned she justifies herself that YOU
can't always tell by what she thinks.
And then she has been so lonesome and
worked so hard. and had so little fun
since she came to the city, and he is
the first man who has been especially
kind to her, and the diversion of his
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
READ CONDITIONS OF THE
STRANGE DREAM CONTEST
AND SEND YOURS ALONG

Il dreamed that 1 sat in a vast cathe-
dral," writes Mrs. Frank Morgan, in
answer TO the contest question, the
walls and ceiling of which were made
of white lilies. Far back in the sane
tuary sat the transfgured Christ. I
kneeled in prayer and when I lifted my
head His great beautiful brown eyes
looked straight at me, and there was in
them something which drew me from my
seat. and impelled me to go forward.
even to the throne upon which the Saviour
sat. The light around Him was a radi-
ance so great that I was forced to close
my eyes when within a few feet of His
outstretched hand.
When ! opened my eyes again the
cathedral walls lay crumbled around US,
just one vast field of white lilies. through
which ran little path far into the woods
beyond, and the Christ was gone. AS
long as l live I will not forget the glory
and wonder of His presence; the tender
light in His great eyes, telling His love
for me and ali mankind
Strangely beautiful was Mrs. Morgan's
dream. in vivid contrast to which is one
sent me by Mrs J. J. O'Connell, the re-
cital of which is as follows:
Il seemed to be in woods back of the
hotel where we were spending the sum-
mer, when I came across a rattlesnake,
which when killed had two black looking
rattles and a peculiar projection of bone
from the tail. while the skin was unusual
ly light in color.
THE impression of the snake was very
vivid before my minds eye when l awoke
in the morning. but I did not mention
the dream. After breakfast l started for
q walk with my husband along the back
rof the hotel and went several miles from
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
EDITORS NOTE.

Answers to all questions sent
to this department will be print
ed in regular order.
Where a question involves the
names Of business firms or is of
too personal a nature to be an
swered here. self-addressed.
stamped envelope must be in
closed for reply by mail.
Readers desiring immediate in
formation in matters of etiquette
or household perplexities may
telephone their questions. and
they will be answered immedi-
ately. where it is possible to do
so. ,
Questions which require re-
search may take several days for
answering.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
PONGEE WILL BE
USED EXTENSIVELY

Our time-honored friend, natural-col-
ored pongee. will, of course, be made
use OF again for spring and summer
blouses. II is so sturdy, so practical
stands the wear and tear of service as
we'll as the laundress-that IT is but nat
ural It should be favored.
One of the new pongee waists noted re-
Gently was made with the modish sailor
the collar. however. being of dotted
foulard. This made a most effective con-
trast indeed.
The small sleeves came to the elbows
and were finished like the collar. A tie OF
the same foulard made charming little
finish.
Such blouse as this might easily be
made by any girl who was at all clever
with her needle, and she could use what
ever colored silk she liked-whatever
would best harmonic with her artistic
taste or complexion.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
THE NEW STYLES
OF HAIRDRESSING
Include Butterfly Bows and
CabOchOn Knots.

Wonderfully pretty hair coiffures may
be made by studding a gold ribbon with
turquoise or a black one with diamonds
green with pearls or turquoise. Not
only bandeaux, but butterfly bows and
cabochen knots may be fashioned in
charming variety for young girls. ORR
entail motifs of rich coloring on gold
mesh are handsome for older women, and
very becoming 10 the dark-haired. Beau
tiful, for instance, a filet of gold studded
with topaz for a brunette.
To make a covering in silk of tatting
or crochet for the ball of a hatpin is
quick work, and gems may be introduced.
of course. to harmonize with the. hat
worn at the moment.
The ends of sashes, too, may be en-
broidered with dull gold or with medal
lions of one or many colors-according
to taste.
Dim. blurred-looking Eastern embroid-
cries are effective on work and hand
bags.
Fancy for Powdering the Hair.
Gold dust is being sprinkled over their
coiffures after they have been dressed for
the evening by the Partisan bellies. who
are also reviving the oId-fashioned fancy
for powdering the hair. White tresses
and golden, black, and brown are deco
rated also with excessive elaboration. 1t
is a wonderful sight at the theaters to
see the various heads with their plumage
and filets. their ropes of gems and drap-
cries of jeweled tissue.
One effective adornment is a pair Of
glttering Valkyrie wings worn at the
back of the head, in which position the
rapidity of flight is represented very we'll
The Peasant Couture.
The peasant coiffure. which is gaining
votaries is a very picturesque and un-
common adoption of the original design
After parting the tresses in the center,
above the brow, the long locks at the
sides are plated and rolled around over the
ears in a spiral mound. Those at the
back are curled, and it is noticeable that
they are piled higher upon the crown of
the head than a month and more ago.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
SATIN FEUTRE IS
ALUSTROUS SILK

Among the newest and elegant silken
fabrics which the season has called into
prominence is satin feutre, a very lus-
trous weave. heavy of texture, beautiful
of finish, both soft and graceful, de-
spite its heaviness.
1t is quite wide. as are the finer silks,
and is to be had in plain colors in the
new and fashionable tones. as well as
striped effects-the ground one shade and
a tiny hair line of contrasting color
crossing it. The stripes are single and
not too far apart to be unduly con-
spicuous.
For elegant afternoon or more simple
street dresses satin feutre is very effec-
tive. and will make very striking toilettes.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
SEASON HOLDS MANY
PARASOL SURPRISES
The Handles Are Long and
Finished with Tassels.

No trousseau and surely no summer
toilet can he complete without a goodly
array of parasols. behind whose kindly
shade the smart woman takes refuge
from the glare and blistering rays of
the sun. They act not only as a shelter.
but also as a haven of restfulness. and
also as an aid TO beauty, and they add
the needed touch of coquetry to a dainty
gown or the smart trimness to a tailor
made suit.
prises in the way of novelties and COM
binations.
Handles Are Long.
The handles are long (about 42 inches
from tip to end. whose lengths are
finished with tassels and rosettes of heavy
cord or ribbon, and are of most elaborate
workmanship.
Some are hand-carved wood or hand
wrought metal others are of cut jet in
elaborate designs. and again we see the
handsome Toledo work used with decora-
tive effect on the more pretentious para
sols for dress occasions.
One of the new ideas is the velvet
parasOl, with a dainty silk lining of be-
coming hue, or there are those of black
moire with a border of black velvet, or
insertions of chantilly lace.
Pongee and Persian silks are also much
used, as well as silks. in charming floral
designs and black and white stripes, and
those which are veiled with chiffon and
marquisette.
Shirred at the Edges.
Many Of these are shirred at the edges
or puffed and gathered, but these must
be done in mastery way. or they lose
their grace. However, those displayed in
the good shops are a bewilderment of
loveliness. and one hardly knows which
ones to buy when making a selection
There are many parasolettes shown
too. for carriage use, and there is one
particular novelty shown for the auto
mobile which is very useful and prac-
tical, and which would make an unusual
gift 1t comes in a very slender. COM
pact case of pig-skin. the top folding
back and the case itself being utilized
for the handle.
White linen parasols. plain or hand
embroidered, always make their appear
ance later on in the season, to be worn
with lingerie or linen frocks and are
always in good taste
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19

the place, when we decided to go back
home through the woods.
'As We entered the woods l became
vividly conscious of my dream. to such
an extent as to startle me and put me
on the alert. l was walking rapidly and
had gone but a short distance when l
strike.
My foot was in the air and had I
finished my step l would have trodden
upon the snake. l jumped to one side
and my husband killed the snake, when
1 found IL looked exactly as the snake
in my dream
What are the sort of things you have
dreamed? Have you not had many Wis
ions that were queer and wonderful?
If you have send them to me and win
one of the three cash prizes offered in
the dream contest
JULIA CHANDLER MANI.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
White Frocks.

We shall wear them, of course. during
the next season-wear them often too,
II the fashion rumors are true.
And all sorts of fabrics are going into
these summer white frocks. Sheer ba-
tistes, marquisette. Gotta voiles, mulls.
and swisses, of course. will make the
lingerie frocks. while heavier fabrics,
like linens. reps, piques, and lawns will
be in evidence
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
AIsatfan Potato Salad.

Housekeeper-Bo!l six potatoes. and
when done cut them into small cubes and
mix with this dressing:
Brown a large tablespoonful of butter
or good dripping q use bacon faD. When
it is very hot add two large onions cut
into tiny dice. Season with pepper and
salt. When the onions are crisp, add as
much weak vinegar as will moisten the
potatoes thoroughly. Pour this over all
and serve hot.
use large cupful of vinegar.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Among the Silks.

Another old-timer which the modes are
reviving again this season is grenadine.
1t is soft and filmy of weave. of silken
texture and charming for the modish
draped gowns and veiled effects
Quite new are the two-toned silk gren-
adines. These are quite wide, some in
numerous color combinations and are
not extremely expensive. They are most
suitable for afternoon, reception, and
dinner gowns
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19

The combination OF corset cover and
open drawers gives Us another of the
dainty garments which may be made of
fiouncing with so little labor for the re-
suits obtained
The corset has a seam in the back
which removes all fullness. A deep yoke
around the hips fits the upper part of the
drawers. and the leg sections are laid in
pleats and attached to the lower edge of
this yoke.
Flouncing is very effective for such a
garment. but plain materials may also be
used. These. however. entail much more
labor. as all edges must be finished in
some manner. and IL any trimmings at all
be used the expense is about the same.
The pattern. 1914. is cut in sizes 81 to
A inches bust measure. Medium size re.
quires 5I4 yards of 17-inch goods, 4 Of a
yard of beading
The above pattern can be obtained by
sending 10 cents to the Office Of this paper.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Hearth Motto.

Reader-The custom of having a hearth
motto is a very old one. as is proved by
many OF the fireplaces found in Great
Britain, and which were built in the
eighteenth century. They are full of sug-
gested hospitality, which was very real
in those days. OF late there have been
notices and sentiments of all descriptions
framed ready to be placed in the various
rooms of the household, but in the carving
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
A Little Sermon.

Remember. when life's shadows seem
the deepest, that there is nothing time
cannot erase.
This. too. remember when the days
seem longest. and every hour brings its
bitter trial: That there's no cloud but
has its silver lining; no pain too great
for us to bear-and smile
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Daily Fashion Talk for Herald Readers
NEWS NOTES FROM
PARTISAN SHOPS

Buttons are much in evidence on the
spring hats.
Mohairs are shown in fancy stripes and
figured effects.
There is a tendency to a one-sided ef-
feet in trimming.
The cord is much used to emphasize
the high waist line.
The white velvet pump is to have a
tremendous vogue.
The train of the moment is short and
square Some trains have plaits at the
back.
Some of the new pumps have buckles
composed of tiny white porcelain beads.
French knots are an effective way to
decorate the spring and summer blouses
In nearly all the new suits the favorite
trimming is braid. especially the wide
braid.
Bordered materials of all sorts-light
woolens. silks, and cottons-will be much
worn.
A strong feature in many of the models
is the use OF the sash suspended in ORR
entail fashion at one side of the skirt.
This appears on many of the simple
dresses and tailored costumes. It is also
seen on tailored suits.
The idea is continued from last sea-
son. as there were two or more models
shown then holding this idea, notably
navy blue serge dress with a sash
made from mauve and cardinal silk
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Concerning Regrets.

Puzzled-For a card or a musicale you
write your regret upon very small note
paper, and the best quality you can af-
ford. or you may use a correspondence
card. which is perhaps little more UP
to date. To send regrets for an after
noon reception you mail or send your
card, with nothing written on 1t, to ar
rive during the reception hours or on the
day of the affair.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
To Remove Rust Stains.

Boil the articles with the rust stain
for about an hour in three gallons Of
water To each gallon add one table
spoonful of cream of tartar. The stain
will disappear, no matter how old.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Oyster Salad.

Select small oysters. drain off the liquor
and lay the oysters upon a clean cloth to
dry of the moisture.
II you use large oysters, cut them in
half Do not chop them To each cup
ful allow one of crisp white celery cut
with sharp knife into dice. Stir a lit
tie mayonnaise through the mixed oys-
tiers and celery and turn into a chilled
bowl lined with lettuce leaves. Pour
mayonnaise over all. Garnish with stoned
olives
This is a delicious supper dish.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
When Brushing Skirts.

To remove dust from silk skirts do not
use brush, but wipe Them wItf a piece
of velveteen, Which will not wear the
silk. and will remove the dust better than
"a brush.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
CONDITIONS OF THE CONTEST.

Three cash prizes are offered
for the three strangest dreams
sent to me before noon Friday,
April IS.
s. is the first prize, s3 the Sec
ond, and 81 the third.
The recital of your dream must
not exceed 500 words, must be
written on one side of the paper,
and signed with your full name
and address.
Names will not be published
where Ii Is so requested.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19

This apron will be found convenient
when the work in hand is not such as
will do much harm to the dress.
The upper part of the apron forms a
substantial bib in front and extends over
the shoulders in a large sailor collar at
the back The skirt section is pointed in
front. and slants slightly upward as It
reaches the back. The apron may be held
in position at the waist by ties of the
apron material or by button and button
hole in the band.
Brillantine. silk, Bingham. calico and
the like are appropriate materials for this
apron. and the edges may be bound with
colored braid TO match.
The pattern. $50, is cut in one size only.
To make it will require 21s yards of 27-
inch material.
The above pattern can be obtained by
sending 10 cents to the Office Of this
paper.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Creamed Eggs.

Boil six eggs twenty minutes. Make
one pint Of cream sauce. Have six slices
Of toast on a bot dish. Put a layer of
sauce on each one and then part of the
whites of the eggs; cut in thin strips and
rub part of the yolks through a sieve on
the toast. Repeat this and finish with a
third layer OF sauce. Place in the oven
for about three minutes. Garnish with
parsley and serve.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
THE HERALD'S BOOK OF RECIPES
What Other Women Have Found Vary the Daily Menu at
the Home Board-AH the Recipes Published in this
Department Have Been Tried and Found Reliable
Southern Tea Cakes.

This is an old-time Southern recipe
which has been handed down in an old
family for years. and is delightful Beat
together four eggs and two cupfuls OF
sugar, then add one cupful OF creamed
butter, one even teaspoonful of soda and
a teaspoonful OF vanilla. Add the flour,
four cupfuls, or as much more as needed.
place on a dough board, roll thin and cut
with a small biscuit cutter.
Sprinkle sugar on the top Of the cakes
just before they are put in the oven, of
powdered cinnamon. They are delicious
served with hot chocolate
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Onion Soup.

Peel and slice as many onions as need
ed and boil in salted water until tender.
Rub through a puree sieve and combine
with milk and cream. Thicken slightly
with a little flour, or cornstarch. and
season to taste
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
TO QUESTIONS
ASKED BY HERALD READERS

of the fireplace, library. and dining-room
motto as part of the decorative scheme is
just being essayed in country houses on
this side OF the water. Over the fire.
place, either above or below the mantel,
is the proper place for placing the motto.
II the family owns a coat of arms with
motto. this Is generally used in the
hall fireplace. The following are some
good sentiments:
East west, home is best.
mans house is his castle.
Home Is the resort Of love joy and peace
Our house is ever at your service.
You arc very welcome.
Take the goods the gods provide thee
May We want friend.
o. ye fire and heat. praise ye the Lord.
All mine is thine
If one wants a Latin inscription. try
Dues nobis haec otia fecit," meaning
God has given us this ease"
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
BREAST of EeaI stured.

Obtain a breast of veal, boned and
opened; fill the breast loosely with a good
bread stuffing, sew up the open end and
braise in a pan with vegetables, as for
roasting only keep your pan covered;
cook well done and make sauce in pan
as for roast beef
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Simple Cough Remedy.

Worried-Steep cents worth Of hore-
hound in a quart of water and boil 1t
down to pint. Put on to boil a pint of
best New Orleans molasses. When It
begins to bubble strain the horehound
infusion into the molasses and cook down
to the consistency of a thick sirup. Bottle
and keep in a cold place.
Dose-As much as you want when you
begin to cough. l take big doses. as II is
pleasant to the taste and harmless.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Wedding Announcements.

Bride Elect-The parents of the bride
send out the wedding announcements
and they are not mailed until Immediately
after the ceremony. They should be en-
graved, not printed.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Short Cut in Cooky Making.

Mrs. r. L. Ian easier way of mold
ing soft cookies than breaking off pieces
of dough and rolling between the hands,
as some advise, is to make a roll Of part
of the dough, an inch or more in thick
ness and cut slices from ii the required
size of the cookies: dip the upper side
in sugar and place the pieces in order
on the creased bake pan. Press them
lightly with the bottom of a tumbler or a
small baking powder can. II the tum-
bier has a fancy figure, a star or some
other design upon the bottom, it will
leave a pretty imprint upon the cookie
Rub a little butter on the tumbler and
dip in sugar before making each impress
sion. A little cinnamon mixed with the
sugar makes the cookies better
The Washington herald., 1911-04-19
Freck1es.

Daily Reader-Bathing with buttermilk
will whiten and soften the skin. Lemon
juice applied frequently will also act as
bleach. The following recipe you will
find effective for freckes so obstinate that
the simple remedies will not efface them:
OBSTINATE FRECKLEs.
Oxide of zinc, 1-2 dram: subiodide of
bismuth. IA dram; dextrine, 3-4 drains;
glycerin. ! 1-2 drains.
Spread the paste upon the freckles at
night before going to bed. In the morn
ing remove what remains with a little
powdered borax and sweet oil.