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The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07
A SK0WHEGAN PROM.
NENT CITIZEN
Risdon d Baker Died Sunday Even.
ing.-Was a Most Respected Resi-
dent

Risdon D. Baker died at his home
on Turner avenue, September 3, 1911 =
at $50 p. m. Suddenly on that
peaceful Sunday evening, the sum-
mons came, and friends, neighbors
and townspeople felt they had met
with an irreparable loss.
Mr.. Baker was quiet and genial
but with strong personality that
made his influence felt in whatever
work he allied himself
In early manhood he became a
member of the Island avenue Con-
gregational church and served faith
fully In nearly all of its offices. He
was superintendent of the Sunday
school for several years, and at his
death was senior deacon.
A member of Carrabassett lodge
No. "a, l. o. o. F., he received the
highest honors within the gift of the
lodge and has served as its secretary
for more than a quarter of century
Mr.. Baker was born In Moscow
October "a, 1854. The father Ephraim
r. Baker died some years ago, but
the aged mother, three brothers and
two sisters are living. Oct. rs, 1884,
Mr.. Baker was united in marriage to
Miss Alice Savage of North Arson.
A kind husband, a devoted son, a
beloved brother and friend; we mourn
our loss, but thou hast gained thy
heavenly home. Funeral services
were held Thursday today at 1 p.
m, Rev. B. B. Merrill officiating.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07

The Bethany Baptist church, though
not completed in its repairs, will new
day. At 10.45 a. m. Mrs. John E.
Chase of Burma, will speak 1t is ex-
pected that Sunday evening "Vote
No" rally will be held in East Madi-
son at which DR.. George Otis Smith
will speak, also Rev. George Mer-
riam.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07
SKOWHEGAN LOCAL NEWS

Miss Selesten Dennis la visiting
her sister, Mrs. Harrison Baker.
William Walker of Seattle. Wash
ington. Is visiting at the home of Col.
and Mrs. w. r. G. Estes.
Born, August %, 1911, at Melrose
Highlands, Mass, to the wife of An
gier L.. Goodwin, a daughter, Eliza
beth.
James Emerson went to Togus
Wednesday to attend the 10th annual
reunion of his old regiment, the 10Th
Maine.
Mrs. Nancy Emery of Cliftondale,
Mass, arrived on the afternoon train
Tuesday to spend few weeks with
her sister, Mrs. ]. w. Packard.
The regular monthly meeting of
Town Improvement Society will be
held at the Library parlors Friday af-
ternoon, September s, at 8 o'clock
James H. Dowd and Fred P. Nc
Cullen have filed petitions In bank
ruptcy. The first meeting of their
creditors will be held September 49,
John A. Durgin of The Forks. form
erly proprietor of the blacksmith shop
on Russell street, is calling on old
friends and acquaintance about town.
James Elliott of North Andover,
Mass, departed for home on Monday,
after spending a week with his broth
er, W. R. Elliott. Mrs. James Ell
lott and daughter, Christine, remain
ed over for another week.
The auto party consisting of Mrs.
Edith Shepherd, Mrs. F. O. Sawyer,
Miss Fancher Sawyer and H. l..
SWEET, which had spent the previous
week touring Boston and vicinity,
reached home Monday night.
A jolly party of young ladies was
entertained on Friday evening, last, by
Miss Laura Hoxie at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. H. A. Dinsmore. They pre-
scented her with a beautiful cut glass
water set as a token of their friend
ship and esteem.
Eugene Merrill was the first among
tn elocal sportsmen to take advantage
of the open season last Friday. After
a short trip out into the country he
Willis Blanchard was out on Monday
and came home with five.
C. o. Childs of West Medford,
Mass, who with Mrs. Childs, has
been visiting Mr.. and Mrs. A. r.
Jewett, was called to Boston on bust
ness Tuesday. He will return later
in the week, and with Mrs. Childs
will accompany Mr.. and Mrs. C. H.
Atkinson when they start for Massa-
chusetts in their automobile.
All citizens of Skowhegan interest
ed in the Vote No" on election day,
are respectfully requested by the No
License Committee who has an auto
mobile or team that they can offer for
free service on that day to make 1t
known to the Chairman or Secretary
before Saturday noon. A. H. Lang,
chairman; E. C. Butler, secretary.
Thomas l.. Patterson, NJ. A, who
has been connected with the Massa-
chusetts State and Government Bu-
reau of Entomology for the last few
years, has resigned to accept a posi-
ton at Highland Park college, Des
Moines, Iowa, where he has been
elected Professor of Biological Sci
ences. Mr.. Patterson is a native of
this county.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07
Temperance Rally at Starks.

There will be temperance meeting
at Starks village Sunday afternoon at
2 D. m. In Remick hall. Hon. 5. j.
Walton, and Hon. Geo. Otis Smith
will address the meeting.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07
Notice.

The Selectmen give notice that
they will be in session Saturday, Sep
TENDER 8, from to IL and to s.
for the purpose of revising the check
list for the coming election.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07

New carload just arrived, consist
ing of big draught pairs, farm mares
and business chunks, weighing from
1900 to 1900 pounds each. Exchanges
made. Terms cash or satisfactory
paper. L. r. and w. r. Brown,
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07
Farm for Sale

Farm of the late DIR. John Kendall,
consisting of % acres of fine land and
good buildings; fifteen minutes walk
from Postoffice Apply at 1859 West
Front Street. lw35
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-07

Am selling young pigs from 81 to
1880. Shoats at market price. R
7. Patten. 2w36
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
To Wash Flannels.

Flannels should be washed in warm
suds that have had a little ammonia
added to them. The fiannels should be
rubbed between the hands. not on a
board. and dipped up and down i'm the
suds until they are free from dirt and
stains. Squeeze them with the hands
until as much water as possible is re-
moved. and then rinse in water of the
same temperature as that in which they
were washed. Wiring out again. hang in
the shade. and press them out on the
wrong side while still damp. Flannels
should never re placed in the sun to dry.
or they will shrink. Special care should
also be taken when rubbing the garments
to see that all the dirt is removed before
they are Wrung out and hung up to dry.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27

Corn when served on the ear is man
aged with tie various corn holders now
i'm use. TIE less and wings of birds may
be taken IN the thumb and finger of one
hand but it Us not looked upon with too
much favor with the over partiCular ones
Tire sugar tongs convey the sugar 10 the
saucer. but if the lump is more than is
desired it may he broken with the fingers.
Dry bonbons. cakes and fancy sandwiches
about complete the tinge:. per!nissionS.
The knife plays but a small part. eX
cept in the meat course. and for butter.
but the fork is kept quite busy. 1t is used
for nearly all the vegetables, croquettes.
patties salads. fish and all shell food.
chafing-dish dantes. soft sandwiches.
pastry and cakes with soft filings. soft,
creamy cheeses. and ii is now in use for
ice cream also. OF course. to accomplish
all this al! sorts and shapes of forks are
in Use. and the spoons arc almost as var
led in styles and designs. II people are
observant and take the pains to go through
one of the better silver shops. once in
while asking a few judicious questions,
they may safely accept the invitations
into the world of fashion rendered them
without fear of making blunders that will
offend those Of most fastidious taste.
JEANETTE NORTON.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Irish Crochet Popular.

For more than year Irish crochet has
been the favorite lace garnishing of the
fashionably gowned woman From the
contents Of the shop windows and lace
counters this dainty thread webbing is
to be more popular than ever and de-
Seryedy so.
Just at first the price which goes with
Irish crochet landings and edgings may
sound bit extravaganza. but the wise
buyer knows no other lace lends itself so
readily to soap and water, ard the
cleaners bill is an item not to be ig-
nored. Dura bility is another admirable
feature. and while the initial expenditure
may be trifle large. the lace is really
an economy in the end. for no matter
how often it Isl washed it remains hand
some.
are jabots of the lace combined with net
which gives a flmy effect not possible
with linen.
A charming little Juliet cap was OF
the lace with big outstanding roses cro-
Cheted in the web. Beneath the scallops
full ruch of pink tulle was fastened
and dainty wreath of pale blue forget
ine-nots and pink rosebuds was caught
! just above the scallOps. with a knot OF
the flowers and dropping buds just behind
the left ear.
Half sleeves Of the lace crocheted tic
fit the arm from elbow to wrist with
yoke and collar in one to match are al
the trimmings needed on a silk gown and
| give il an air of distinction not obtaina BILE
| by elaborate adcrnment.
| Whole waists and coats in all lengths
are among the handsome developments o.
| the Irish crochet fad.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Use of Fiat Silver.

Dame Fashion still allows a few things
to be eaten with the fingers: :nuch is con
veSed by means of the different sized
forks to the mouth. while the diff rent
spoons and other pieces are required for
the rest of the service. Not alone the
stay -at-homes are plunged in the macs
Of doubt. but the regular society habitue
often strikes the pitfalls and finds ii safer
to match the hostess covertly few min
utes before making a break. She knows
what she bought the thing for and is often
the pioneer in it's use, SO it is safe TO fol-
low he" lead
The following things are usually eaten
from the fingers: Radishes. celery, pic
kles, sailed nuts and asparagus. Ii there
are no little tongs provided for it: also
lettuce oriental romaiae. If served with
salt or dry dressing; Strawberries with
the huls on. bread. rolls. mullins. bis
cults and all small CAKES. The larger
fruits are usually paired and quartered
thus are easily eaten. The firm cheeses
may be eaten from the fingers. the soft
ones invariably with a fork.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Cream Salad Dressing.

Cook in a saucepan over the fire Two
tablespoonful of butter and one taole-
spoonful of -four. Season this with mus
tard. pepper, extract of celery and onion
Onto the beaten yolks of two eggs pour
cupful of cream and beat we'll together
Add a half cupful of white wine vinegar
to the butter-andflour mixture on the
fire and when smoothly blended pour
over the -and-cream mixture. whip
well, and 1t is ready for use. niue dit
ferent is this dressing. but equally good:
Add to a scant half cupful of vinegar a
tablespoonful of butter, the same amount
of suga- and a quarter teaspoon1ul Oh
salt Place over the fire and let come to
a boil. Separate two eggs, whites ana
yolks. and beat. Add the beaten yoiks
to the stiffly whipped whites, togathe,
with a teaspoonfui of made mustard
Place the vinegar in a dou e boiler, add
the egg, stirring just long enough to
partly set the egg. Take off the fire and
when partially cooled add a scant cupful
of sweet or sour cream.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Pepper Hash.

pers and remove the seeds from half of
them. Chop fine and mix with two large
heads OF cabbage and two dozen onions
also chopped fine. nut into large
earthen or wooden Vcssel and scatter
between the layers one cup o. salt. Let
II stand tWenty-four hours then drain
ana press out as much of the juice as
possible. Stir through the peppers on:
cup grated holseradisn, thea tarl o:er
them scalding pickle consisting o ono
allon ciuer vinegar. me cup brown sugar
one cup white mustard seed anu on Ia
bl spoonful celery seed. Keep IN a cool
place 1t will be ready foG use in a week
EMMA PADDOCK TEI.fORp
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
TASTY RECIPES.
Hot Dreamed Potatoes.

These may be made from cola po'd
diced, or from freshly boiled ones "
into dice or chop, not too hne. roi
pint of potatoes make cream sauce' d
follows: Melt two tab!espoonfuls OF ou'-
ter in the frying pan or blazer OF 'he
chaf1ng dish. add a tablespoonful OF hour
and stir until hubby and well cooked, hu'
not at all Drowned. Add cupful OF mix,
the richer the better. and when Well
blended and smooth add the potatoes. WEI.
seasoned with salt and pepper; 70 .p'
stir hu. toss lightly with cooking fork
As soon as the potatoes are thoroughly
heated through add. if you like, a tape.
spoonful of cream and tablespoonful o.
green parsley finely minced. and serve al
once in a we'll heated vegetable dlsh.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Linen Glove Case.

To make a linen glove case for travel
ing cut out square of linen and meas
uIe IL off into three vertical sections
Scallop and buttonholc tn. first: leave
the second plain and scallop. bu,tonhoIc
and embroider the thild. To the edges
OF the second attach two long linen tabs
like apron strings. These fold in over
the g.oves Whicn are laid in the second
section, and the third section is then
folded over the first fastening bv a
pearl button and erochcted loop
One very pretty case OF tn. KIND seen
recently was in flower design, with pe,ais
worked solid and leaves in out IN. with
seed stitch filled in. Another was in pink
chrysanthemum in azy-daZy stitch with
little pink and green dots scattered ali
around.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27

crumbs. salt and white pepper to season,
one tablespoonful of lemon juice, one
tablespoonful of melted butter and one
tablespoonful of finely chopped parsley.
Pack into we'll buttered mold and steam
for one hour to one hour and half, ac-
cording to thickne~S. The sauce for this fish
loaf needs two eggs we'll beaten together.
To this add four tablespoonfuls of tepid
salt, a dash of cayenne, one tablespoon
full of vinegar (either plain or tarragon)
and one tablespoonful of butter cut into
bits. Stand over hot water at the side
of the fire and stir until the mixture
begins to thicken. Drop in second
tablespoonful of butter cut into bits, and
continue to stir until the sauce is as thick
as custard Lifting from the water every
now and then will help it to thicken more
evenly and lessen the danger of curdling
Beat for moment when done and off the
fire. add a tablespoonful of lemon Juice
and send at once to the table
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Handkerchief Case.

\ dainty combined glove and handker-
chief case may be made By lining a piece
of thick corded or brocaded silk with soft
silk, reasing it We'll down the middle
50 that ii Will open and shut like book
and binding it firmly all around with
thick ribbon.
On one Inside half make a long shaped
pocket for owes. On the other half
divide the pocket in two. one half for
vcls and one for nandkerchiefs. On each
pocket, outside. work the name of the
article it is TO contain.
Fasten ribbon ends to TIE case SO that
it can be fastened by tying them when
it is shut.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Scotch Scenes,

Make soft dough. just stiff enough
to roll out. using two cupfuls of sweet
milk, two tablespoonfuls butter. the same
amount Of sugar, one teaspoonful of salt
and four cupfuls Of -four sifted with two
teaspoonfuis baking powder. Stiff flour
sugar salt and baking powder together
'ub in the butter cold, add the beaten
eggs and milk and mix into smoott
dough as soft as can he handled Flour
the holding board, turn the dough on It.
give II one or two quick Eneads to com
Lietc its mixing. ROT OFT with the rolling
pin TO one-third inch in thickness and GU,
out with sharp knife into squares a size
larger than soda crackers. Fold each In
half, 10 form trtangles and bake on a hoi
sriddle about eight or ten minutes until a
light brown on either side. then butte.
and serve with afternoon tea.
EMMA PADDOCK TELFORD
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Sending Flowers by Mail.

First cut them and place in water 70,
an hour OF two. This Is quite necessary
Then wrap the stems at the cut end with
soaking wet cotton batting. If The stems
are large wrap each one separately IL
small! several may be placed together.
Lay in a box and sprinkl. with a lit.i.
water. Put OH the cover and do Up rea DIV
10 mai. Place a piece of Wet cotton in
the bottom of the box and line with oiled
paper To keep the moisture within
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
To Pickle Onions.

Peel small white onions and boil in
equal parts of milk and water ten IN n
utes: take out quickly and drain in a
colander while YOU prepare the vinegar,
put two quarts of vinegar in a porcelain
lined kettle-never tin or iron-with tea :
spoonful OF alum. q half tablesf oonful
OF whole mace. a dozen white cloves and
two and one-half tablespoonfulS of sat I:
bring to a coed scald. pack the ohio s
in glass jars. pour the hot vinegar over
them and seal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
An English Tea Party.

"On one side We're the bread board. a
heavy loaf. a bread knife and a bread
fork like fish fork. with which the slices
of bread when cut were handed about. as
no maid waited. There was a plate of
hot buttered scenes and one to match of
small cakes. a jar of plum jam stood be-
tween. On the other end were two high
plates with parts of loaf cakes. There
was lots Of happy talk, in which the
canon and hi: sister led. and the whole
affair was such pretty home picture to
remember
II was so delighted with the scenes"
wrote Florence, that I asked the eldest
daughter to get the cook to give me the
recipe. which she did. I turn it over to
you girls as my contribution to the gem
eral fund of tea-table tips
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
To Repair Glass.

One of the neate<t and most successful
ways TO repair broken glassware or china
is simply apply. with a little stick or thin
knife blade, sufficient soft white lead,
such as used in house painting, to edge
of broken parts and band with strip of
thin cloth while lead Is hardening. Re
move bands i'm a few days and you will
often find article in as solid condition as
before breaking.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Tea Table Tips.

I've just had letter from my cousin
Florence, who is in England said Viz
ginia Carter the other day to the group
of girls gathered about the tea table in
18th street drawing ROOM and she wrote
me about honey Informal afternoon tea
that she had been to at the vicarage. 1t
was awfully jolly, she said. though she
was a little in awe at first of the canon
himself, who is a very dignifed man and
rather on his guard against American
frivolities. 1t was served she said. in the
drawing room.
The tea service was at one end of the
long table where the canon's sister, a
dear motheriy lady, sat Near her In
deep chair. drawn not quite to the table,
was Mr.. Ashford himself. the others
grouping themselves quite Informally
about him. In the center of the able was
a vase of lovely roses from the hot
house
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27

handsome dress OF white linen, whose style suggests
youthful is sketched above. The blouse which
quite full the waist line has broad sailor collar of the
linen broad flat bands of embroidery crossing the front
The sleeves of the linen, with cuffs of embroidery The
closely fitting skirt has short pleaed founce the
sides headed by the crossed band of embroidery
which repeats the lines Of the bodice Crochet buttons
bodice, sleeves and skirt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27

Swift & Co.'S sales of fresh beef |
Washington, d. c.. for week ending Sal
urday, Feb. -. averaged soc per lb.-
Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
SALMON RECIPES.
Salmon Chowder.

Chop fine one-quarter of pound of fat
salt pork and put into deep kettle with
one small onion chopped fine. Cook slowly
until the onion is pale brown. Add one
tablespoonful of flour. stir for moment,
add one pint of boiling water and stir
until smooth and boiling. Drop in one
pint Of diced potatoes which have been
parboiled for five min1Ses and simmer
for ten minutes. Add the liquor drained
from a can of salmon and the fish, which
has been freed from skin and bones and
broken in large fakes. Add salt and pep
per to taste, cover and simmer until the
potatoes are tender but unbroken. Pour
in a cupful of hot milk and three broken
pilot biscuits and simmer for a moment
more.
Spiced Salmon.
Open a can of salmon turn out care
fully. Remove skin and bones and break
the fish in as large pieces as possible and
carefully transfer to a crock or glass
jar. Strain the fish liquor into a sauce
pan, add an equal amount of water and
twice as much vinegar. twelve cloves, a
half teaspoonful of peppercornS. a half
teaspoonful of salt and part of blade of
mace. Bring all To the boiling point and
pour over the fish. Cover closely and
let stand for a day in a cold place. 1t
is then ready for use.
Salmon and Potatoes.
Turn out a one-pound can of salmon.
remove skin and bones and break the
fish in large fakes. Add salt and pepper
to taste. a half teaspoonful of lemon
Juice and one tablespoonful OF chopped
parsley. Have ready about a quart of
hot mashed potatoes. seasoned and beaten
with quarter of a cupful of hot milk
and one tablespoonful of butter. With
this make a three-inch wall around the
edge of platter. Turn the fish in the
center and pour over it the strained
liquor. Cover with a thin layer of the
potato Uhis will look more ornamental if
messed through pastry bag with rose
tubel. brush with the beaten yolk of an
egg and place in a hot oven until the
rotate is golden brown.
Salmon Loaf.
Salmon loaf when made with care is
really high-Class dish and does not de-
serve the sneers sometimes accorded it.
For this. open a pound can AMI empty out
the fish. freeing it from skin and bones.
and separating in fine flakes with sill
yer fork. Mix with two Well beaten
eggs, one Cupful Of fine stale bread
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27

Many OF the white gowns are en-
broidered in crystal beads.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-02-27
Anty Drudge Gets a Proposal.

Mr.. Millons-"l you to marry Anty Drudge am
wealthy and | can make you happy.
Anty Drudge-"Let's see, Mr. Millions You manuac
turer of wasnboards and washbolers and you inter-
ested in the coal trust, aren't you: Yes! And you
wouldn't your wife spoil your business by talking
the whole think can find more happiness in telling
women how themselves drudgery, fuel and
keep their health by using FesNapa in ukewarm water,
without boiling than can by marrying you. Good day.