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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
AN EASY LESSON
IN DRESSMAKlNG
How, to Make Skirts.

With the demand of fashion from time
to time, the style and cut of skirts vary,
but at all times and in all models the
principles of making are the same. How
ever, one should not ignore special direc-
tons that arc given on the pattern labels
of the various models.
The making of skirts is divided into
five parts, as follows: First, the top or
waist finish, which consists of belt or
binding: second, the finish Al the lower
edge which consists of a hem or a fac
ing, and the addition of binding Or
braid; third, the placket: fourth. the
pleats, either OF the side or boX-pleated
order; fifth. the seams. OF these there
are three kinds: First. the regular sc m.
with the edges finished and pressed open
second, the welt seam. which is given a
single or double stitching as a finish
third. the strapped seam.
At present no skirt is lined. as we term
it. when the goods and lining are joined
at the waist line and the lower edge. The
separate drop skirt has gained such favor
that it seems hardly likely there will DE
return to the old-fa shioned method
which only added considerable weight to
the skirt and did not do away with the
necessity of wearing petticoat. In
the fashionable drop skirt we combine a
lining and petticoats. which style of
dressing has many advantages, bo.h from
a hygienic and economical point of view.
1t is no longer considered healthful to
weight one self down with unnecessary
garments The economical advantage of
the drop skirt is that. if made entirely
separate from the skirt, with separate
placket closing and waist band. and if
black or neutral color is selected one
drop skirt may be made to do service for
several gowns, unless the outer material
is transparent and requires a special color
as a lining.
When the drop skirt is made without a
dust ruff1e the fiounce is Joined with an
ordinary seam on the right side to- the
lower edge of the gored portion, and is
finished with a narrow facing Of the
goods. One edge of this facing is sewed
in with the seam that joins the skirt and
f1ounce. and the opposite edge is turned in
and over the raw edges of the seam. In
this position it is stitched to the skirt
along the upper edge. The flounce on a
dress skirt of tub material is applied in
the same way.
If the drop skirt or petticoat is made
with a dust ruffie. which is thought by
of a garment. the gored portion is cut
within two inches of the full length .'e-
quired for the skirt, and a two-inch bias
ruff1e of the goods is Joined to the edge
and finished in the same way as the
fiounce' just described.
When the skirt is made with a dust ruff
fle the outer founce must be laid on the
skirt, and the raw edge at the top COW
cred with a braid bias band of the
goods, basted fiat and stitched on both
edges
A skirt Of this character often has a
silk flounce mounted on a gored portion
of less expensive material 1t will have
when worn the appearance Of a silk skirt,
and will be much less expensive than if
the whole garment were of silk.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
SNUBBlNG The OLD FOLKS.
BY RUTH CAMERON.

Once upon a time 1 happened to have
4 partial charge of the renting Of an
apartment AS in almost every expert
ence that brings me into contact with my
fellow-men and women, l found much to
interest. amuse and instruct me. But the
individual who left the greatest impress
sion on my mind was neither interesting
nor amusing nor instructive, except in
the capacity of a bad example.
She was a girl of eighteen. She came
with her mother to inspect the apartment.
Perhaps | should say that her mother
came with her.
From the moment they began to make
comments it was evident that the mother
was not used to even the modest degree
of luxury which the apartment repre-
scented. and it was Simultaneously evil
dent that the daughter would stop at no
length of rudeness or discourtesy to her
mother to hide this fact. Twice she fatty
contradicted her mother. again and again
she caught her up sharply, and continu-
ally she interrupted her.
How about hardwood foors?" said
the mother. Are they as easy. to keep
MOTHER said the daughter sharply. lone
would think you never saw hardwood
floor. Of course they are much easier to
take care Of
Electricity is pretty expensive" said
the mother 81 was rather hoping we
would find an apartment that was piped
for gas AT this her daughter cast 4
perfectly whitening glance at her mother.
She evidently belonged to that class of
people who think it is the one deadly sin
to admit that anything costs too much.
Il wish you wouldn't talk such nonsense,
mother" she said rudely. Electricity is
just as cheap if you use it properly, and
anyhow I shouldn't be at all contented
with just gas
All through the interview Il was quite
evident that the girl felt she was making
a good impression by attempting to ef-
face her mother.
Instead, l set her down in my mind as
one of the rudest, crudest young girls I
had ever met.
For to my mind there is no mistake
underlined more quickly than such an as
sumption of superiority and such display
of rudeness toward those to whom they
owe all reverence and kindness.
| once knew a young lad from the coun-
try whom l thought an exceptionally good
product of our American education until,
after giving me the pleasure of meeting
his fine old father and mother, he made
the fatal mistake of apologizing. in their
presence for their country ways and their
grammar.
1t is often true that the second genera
ton is superior to its elders in matters
of education. of superficial breeding. and
in that air Of Sophistication and accus-
tomedness to luxury which we all like
to cultivate But that does not mean that
it is actually superior in things that
count And furthermore, it behooves the
second generation to remember that
whatever superiority it has gained was
probably given it through the efforts of
the older folk.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
A New Departure.

The dressmakers are pushing a sensa-
tional departure-coats of color with
skirts in either black or navy. For the
coats a very soft crepe de chineiike bro
cade-what might very well be described
as a self-brocaded crepe de chine-is be-
ing used. Perhaps with a coat of cerise
brocade of this kind there might be a
skirt of black velvet charmeuse or mete-
or crepe de chine. Imagine a coat OF
dark green or purple in alliance with
skirt of black velvet. which would all the
time be complete frock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22

Double-faced cloths are much used
for childrens hats.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
Ironing TabIecIoths.

The effect of lovely linen tabiecloth
is often spoiled by the network of creases
caused by folding it.
In the future when ironing the cloth
fold it once. through the middle, roll and
tie with a piece of tape.
In this manner there will be but the
one crease and the tablecloth will lie fat
and smooth upon the table.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
Excellent Breakfast Dish.

Add to one pint of any kind of cold
minced meat one-quartef of a pint of
bread crumbs. Season with half tea
spoonful of salt and dash of pepper.
Mix thoroughly Divide the mixture in
five parts and spread in small saucers.
Place piece of butter half the size of a
nutmeg in each. Break an egg on top of
each and set in a hot oven. When they
begin to cook dust lightly with finely
rolled crackers. Serve hot.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
Grape Fruit Marma1ade.

Cut six grape fruit very fine, use all Of
the fruit. To every pint add two and a
half pints cold water. Cover pips with
water and let both stand overnight. In
the morning add jelly from pips. Let
boil gently for two hours. Let stand
overnight and in the morning allow one
and a quarter pounds of sugar TO every
pound of fruit. Boil all together for an
hour or until it thickens when placed
in a saucer of ice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22

ornaments for the. chatelaines. buckles for
belts and shoes. but 1t is not a color that
suits every one.
practical overall apron has the sleeves
reaching to the wrist and Is cut slightly
square at the neck. fastening at the back
Many people are having these in a light
make Of silk or wool to slip over a good
dress when housekeeping. and to save the
trouble Of too many changes of attire.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22

The 2;rIis.ii lines. of The sailor suit have
been utilized in designing this pretty
frock OF ma ) blue serge. This model is
especially suitable for schoolgirl. Black
taifeta is used for the wide sailor collar
and for the turn back cuffs on elbow
length sleeves. The front of the bodice
is laced with black taffeta ribbon and
this lacfng is repeated on either side of
the center skirt panel. A little black
taffeta bow finishes the shield. The mar
row skirt has a center panel in the front
S and. back The iaei9s is omitted in the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
ROYAL Mullins.

Beat three eggs Add one pint of milk.
one-half teaspoonful salt. one teaspoonful
sugar and sufficient flour to make drop
hatter-about three cupfuls-into which
have been thoroughly sifted two teaspoon
fuls baking powder. Beat hard for one
minute, fill creased muffin cups or pans
two-thirds full, bake in hot oven about
twenty minutes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
Iced Apples.
Baked Eggs and Meat.
Royal Mullins. Grape Fruit Marmalade.
Coffee.
Iced Apples.

Pare and core a half dozen large APP
pies Fill with sugar and little butter
and nutmeg. Bake until nearly done.
Let cool and remove to another plate.
Ice tops and sides with cake icing and
brown slightly. Serve with cream.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
" THE
kIT1G15HEH
PANTRY

AS change from the regular baked ap-
pies with cream try iced apples with
cream. With them for breakfast serve
baked eggs and meat prepared after the
recipe given below. Royal mullins and
grape fruit marmalade, with coffee, COM
plete the menu.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
Dress Additions.

= lead band for evening wear is made
OF silver braid. covered with rhinestones
set close together, and is intended to be
listened tight round the head. 1t is well
sal ed 10 Z. brunette. Jade Is much to the
fore for ips. bracelets, umbrella handles,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22
To Keep Ferns.

Use a soil of about half leaf mold or
smooth earth and half fine sand. Give
abundant drainage and then plenty of
water. About once a month put them in
the washtub or bathtub and give thor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-10-22

ough washing. not sparing soap; rinse
well. and slightly loosen the soil before
returning them to the stands. A bit OF
fresh beef buried in the soil occasionally
helps.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
MAINE MAN INTERESTED
In Land on Magdalena Bay, on Which
Japs Have an Eye.

Portland, Me. April 1S.-Claiming
the Chartered Company of Lower Cali
fornia is indebted to him for $4,000, 900,
Judge George F. Gould as attorney for
Wilbur f. Lakin of Quincy, Mass. has
filed a bill in equity against that COM
pany in the supreme court.
The company owns 100000 acres of
land bordering on Magdalena Bay in
Lower California and under the juris-
diction of Mexico. Two years ago a
ma jority of the stockholders of the
company formed a corporation in New
Jersey, known as the Magdalena Bay
Company, and have been negotiating
with parties for the sale of the prop
erty. The federal authorities are said
to be investigating a report that these
parties are representatives of the
Japanese government who wished TO
secure it for a coaling station. An or
der restraining the company from dis
posing of the property, pending hear
ing, was issued
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
apr15dtf

VIII be TO and 8 TO 4 o'clock; at the
Home store, z to 9 and for papers only
1T ] O'Clock.
Increases in pensions have been
granted Christopher Talon, late navy,
to SIS and Noah L. Caldwell. late Co.
4, 10Th Mass. Inf. to 500.
Three members returned to the
Home. Thursday: George p. Hersey
from Portland: Theodore Jackson from
Burroughs We're granted. Thursday,
10 Thomas johnson To Attleboro: Fer
dinand Fritz to Togus lake; Alfred r.
Cove To Boston; Thomas Higgins to
Portland: William A. Cook to Scituate:
Charles A. Brown To Yarmouth.
The bill, tonight. will be six reels
Of moving pictures: THE Red Cross
Myrtars, THE Stuff That Dreams are
Made Of THE Cruise of the Alden
Duffy ''Roped In and two reels of
the THrk-ltalian war.
The following were discharged.
THURSDAY, on the surgeons certificate:
Harry NJ. Comerford, late Co. Fl. 9Th
Mass. Inf: James d. Dwyer, late
navy: Frank A. Cooney. late Co. d,
I'd Neb. Inf; Patrick F. Kittredge. late
Co. D, 9th Mass. Inf; Eugene Wood
late Co. II, Sd CT. Inf; William f.
Davis, late Co. d, Goth L. $. Inf; Al
bert F. Nealy. late Co. C, 9Th Mass.
Inf; Thomas II. Jones, late Co. II, 9Th
Mass Inf, and Harry b. Prince, late
Co. u. Sd ct. Inf, all Spanish War.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
"Wednesday BRIGHTON Market.

Stock Yds., April II. The supply of
not over 400 mixers. springers and young
stock bulls offered. of which PAP were
tested Sales closed shade more readi-
ly than last week, and the inquiry was
better. The best cows sold up to 500.
but-the bulk of the sales closed at $3.50
Beef cattle were in fairly heavy supply
but most of the choice cattle were offered
at the Tuesday sale. The market was
sharp and good prices We're obtained,
Representative Sales-Milch Cows-Rob-
ert Connors sold so choice mixers at an
average range of $75@Sl00. j: S. Henry
and for sis. A. NJ Bags sold 40 cows
cows from from '$issasso A, &. Foss : Son
Sold soi COW VI for SIS. r. q. Thompson sold
COWS at $40 each i at $50 So, and ssss e. So
F. Wallace sold Il cows from s65@s75. and
from ss@sse ,, Hall@E Eorbsb SOLD sod %
November cows at $45 each and cows.
for $40 each.
Beef cattle,veasl Calves and I'd Hogs logs.
amongst the late arrivals He sold
cows, 924O lbs, at 51sc., 2 cows, 1000 lbs.
at 5Mc bill ll30 lbs at &c. a and ,b 81 on
4s5c., 3 cows, 260O lbs. at &c, and 81 a
head on, COW. 800 lbs, at ,4c.. COW. $40
bull. 1880 lbs, at SIC and s cows, 4l4O
lbs. at &c; ! calf. 100 lbs. at SIC.
calf, 100 lbs. at nc, z calves, go lbs,
al 7c, and calves 160 Tbs, at 6ac. IL
pigs, 1850 lbs and hogs, $50 lbs. at
755c, hogs, 1870 lbs. at zoe, and IA
Lowell sold oxenC CTS urlgu f.( go
2 oxen, 1900 lbs at 7c: 100 calves. av. lis
lbs, at Ne, and 100 hogs, av. 200 lbs.
at 7c M Abrams sold 70 cattle from 3le
@5IAc f. G. Piper sold 70 calves at 7s4c.
A. c. Foss a Son sold ] pr choice oxen.
$3.50 lbs, at 7lsc., pr, 3240 lbs. at 7Ac..
and 50 hogs, av., 200 lbs, at Use A. p.
Sc calves at SIC. each. A. M. Baggs sold
Is calves at 7s4c.. and rs hogs at 7.40e F:
o. Thompson sold IS calves at 7lac., and
112 hogs at TIC. L. Stetson shipped 32
cattle % of which sold at BIC
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
'MaderO's Men Are
Evading the Issue.

Washington, April 1S.-President
Madero's reply to Acting Secretary
Huntington Wilson'S admonition in re-
gard 10 the treatment of Americans in
Mexico was received at the state de-
partment over night and probably will
be submitted to the cabinet by Sec.
Knox and considered materially before
any answer is returned. 1t cannot be
said that Minister Calero's statement
caused surprise nor has il modified the
diplomatic situation.
The note is regarded rather as an at
tempt to relieve the Mexican govern
ment from financial liability for dam
ages inflicted upon foreigners by the
rebels than as evidence of resentment
against the actions of the state de-
partment here, in reminding the Mex
lean factions of their obligations under
International law towards foreigners,
residing in Mexico, or even those as
volunteers on one side or the other.
In the opinion of administration, Of
fcials the Mexican note has not adj
vanced any fresh reasons for inter-
ventioa at this date unless the dis
claimer for responsibility for the ac-
tions OF the rebels may be regarded as
warranting foreign governments In
considering whether they themselves
might not be privileged to take fore
and citizens where they may be en-
dangered in territory within controi
of the rebel forces.
The reports of the interview between
American Consul Lethcer and OroZeo
at Chihuahua. however. would seem
to relieve any apprehension of inter
vention on that score. in view of the
rebel leaders declared purpose to be
bound by the principles of information
al war in any further operations.
LAREDO, Tex, April ia statement
addressed TO the Anne rican people, CIV
| Ing the grievances OF American con-
ductors and engineers who struck, yes
| terday, on the Mexican National lines.
| declares the Americans preferred to
walk out rather than to be forced out
by a policy of Mexico for Mexicans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
Colby College.


Waterviile. Me-, April ls.-tSpeciaD. -
The annual Junior Prom. given by the
class of 1913, at the Clukey Assembly
hall on the eve of Patriots day, Thurs
day, furnished store of mirth TO the
some 125 couples In attendance. The par
ty-goers, undaunted by the rain, sailed
forth to the hall, where all enjoyed them
selves to the music by Wentworth's Or
chestra.
In the receiving line for the reception.
which was from till 8, were: DIR. and
Mrs. J. W. Black of Waterville. Lillian
Grey of Waterville, Matte e. Windell of
Yarmouthville. and Charles j. Kepple oil
Mt. Vernon, N. Y, the presidents of the
two divisions. The unbounded success of
the occasion was due to the tireless eff.
forts of the committee i'm charge
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
Shipping News.

Portland. he, April 1S.-Arriyed
Steamer Ocmulgee, Sabine. Texas
Schooners Susie H. Davidson, Ports
mouth, y. H.; Annie Gus, st. John
" b. for Boston; Emma w. Day
for Boston. r. W. Cooper. Maehias
for do; Regina, Maehias for Lynn
Kolon, do for New York; Addie Full.
Ter. do for do; Kate L. Pray, Blue
hill.
Sailed: Steamer scotian tBr), elias
gov.
Boston, April 1s.-Arrived: Schoon'
er c. r. W. Br), Plympton, n. S.
Dorothy B. Barrett, Newport News
Annie and Reuben. Stonington, Me
Eastport. Me, April ls.-sailed
Scooners Seguin. st George, n B.
Francis Goodnow from do), Nor
walk
Bangor. Me-, April ls-Arrived: Sehoon
ers Willis and Guy, Boston; Florencs
and Lillian. Portland Chase. Rockland
Izetta, Belfast
Sailed: Schooner Andrew Nebinger. st
John. N B.
Calais, Ne. April ls.-Arrived: schoon
ed Edith Mcintyre. Pafrsbore, N. :.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-04-19
New York Produce Market

New York, April IL
FLOUR-Was steady TO firm with a
fair iobbng trade. receipts 25,s6s; ship
fments 50, 155.
WHEAT-Spot Irregular No. red 1l3I
elevator export basis to arrive and ll6t
o b az At; No. / northern Duluth 12ls
b an. I opening navigation; receipts
$500; no ,hipments.
CORN-Spot easy. export S33 nominal
o b afioat no receipts; shipments 5Oil
OATS-Spot firm; standard white 64a in
elevator; No. GA; No. 3 "a; No. Rs !:
natural white and white clipped 63067i on
track.
PORK-Firm.
BEEF-Firm.
LARD-Firm: middle west 1040d1060
SUGAR-Raw firm; muscovado 50 test
test 1886; refined firm; cut loaf 600; crushed
$50; mould a 555; cubes 545 XNXN pow
dered 535; powdered $50; fine graduated
$40; damon A $50; confectioners A :, No.
sos. No. 2 500; No. 3 1876; No. $50. No.
ASS; No 6 4S0 No AS. No. 40; No. =
465; No. 10 400; No. II ASS; No. II $50; Nos.
13 and IA 445.
BUTTER-steady and unchanged; re-
ceipts 6423 tubs.
EGGS-Firmer: receipts 26,255 cases;
fresh gathered first regular packed south
erly sections 19i0l9s: fresh gathered sec
onds lSln19: do dirties 1Sadr1Sa; state. Pa.
and nearby hennery whites fancy large
new laid %: do. selected whites fair to
good 22G22a
POTATOES Weak; : Bermuda new No.
Dbl 7O06f75
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Central Me. Fair
Agricultural List.

The agricultural premium list of the
Central Maine fair was issued, Thursday.
and shows that this year the fair asso-
citation offers more prizes than ever be
fore in this department, which is saying
much, for last year was another record
breaker. Those who offer the prizes this
years are the American Agricultural
Chemical Co, Boston, a ton of fetilZer
for best exhibit of flint corn grown on
Bradiey's fertilizer; Fottler Fiske Daw-
son Co., IS for best bushel of Irish Cob
bier potatoes: s45 for largest display of
sweet corn; Burpee x Co, 500 to ex-
hibitor who wins greatest amount OF
prizes for Bnrpees seed products in 1912;
for largest display of vegetables, $50; for
best exhibit OF flowers by girl under Il
years of age. s.: best vegetable exhibit by
boy under Is, Sail TO be grown on Bur
PEGS seeds. Bowker's Inseeticide Co.
gives for best bushel box fancy packed
Maine apples fortified with Bowker fer
tilizer, sprayed with Bowkers Pyrox and
SO labelled, first premium. 100 lbs. Pyrox
second. 70 lbs; Sd. so rs; 4th. % lbs. Box
winning first premium to become prop.
erty OF company.
Chase Nurseries, one dozen two-year
old apple trees forsbest bushel box early
strawberry apples; Il two-year-old appl.
trees for best bushel of Mcintosh Reds
same for Starks; same for Baldwins
Homer N. Chase & Co, Auburn. 100 King
raspberry bushes for best bushel box OF
Stark apples with understanding thai
winner shall send 10 Chase & Co in DC.
tober the prize fruit selected at thai
time.
Scores of other prizes are offered
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SPORTING.

n. H, a college classmate of the groom,
was best man, and the ushers were Percy
". Kinney of Waterville and Arthur Per-
cy Brayton of Fan River, Mass, cousin
of the groom.
The bride was attractively attired In a
white meteor crepe with lace embroid-
cred with pearls. carrying lilies OF the
valley. She wore veil, and the only
Jewels were a string of gold beads. the
gift of the groom. The maid Of honor's
dress was of pink satin yelled with blue
messaline embroidered with silver and
pink with bertha of lace. She carried
sweet peas and asparagus fern.
After the ceremony q repast was served
to those present Mr. and Mrs. Emerson
left on the night train for New York
City. and Will visit other points west be-
fore returning to Cambridge, Mass,
where they win reside
The out-of-town guests present includ-
ed Mrs H. A. Brayton, Miss Margaret
Lee Brayton, Miss katherine Brayton,
Miss Elizabeth Hitchcock Brayton. Fall
River, Mass Prof and Mrs. Samuel F.
Emerson. Miss Mary Brayton Emerson,
Burlington, Vt: Howard a. Sept, West
Point, Pa; J. Haworth Eaton, Cam
bridge, Mass, and John II. Wilson, WI
ton, \. II.
The wedding presents We're very beauti-
ful and numerous. numbering handsome
sets of handworked linen. silver easser-
oles, salad forks, coffee spoons. ice cream
spoons, vases, cut glass; sherbet set, and
a silver inlaid tray. Friends and rela-
tives of the groom from Fall River.
Mass, also gave money. The grooma
gifts TO the ushers We're gold lovers
Knot stickpins.