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Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
THE sAcHET CAP.

Should be of handkerchief linen or nainsook, the heavier the better. for the odor of the sachet must be safely confined within the caps dainty linn it's; it would escape through thin material Cut from the goods a round piece about sixteen inches across and mark out the edges with a thimble and pencil for scanops. Buttonhole the scallops and edge with a narrow valenciennes lace to relieve the some what heavy appearance of the cap. Run narrow casing about aninch and a quarter above the scallops for the elastic. In the center work a solid design in white punch work, for eye lets would permit the odor of the sachet to escape. Make a fiat, three inch square sachet bag of the material used in the cap (nainsook or handker- chief linen will be heavy enough, a thin layer of cotton and plenty of sachet, and haste it to the inside. Use a basting stitch, with very tiny stitches on the outside and large ones inside so that the hastings will not be conspic uously prominent on the outside Place a twisted ribbon about the cap over the elastic casing and a small ribbon bow in the exact center close to the scalloped edge. The sachet cap is then ready for business" Worn for an hour or so the cap will impart a de- ightful, if somewhat fleeting, fra grance to the tresses, but worn overnight the perfume will sometimes cling to the hair for several days
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
HELP FOR ALASKA.

It fs indicated by some of the sen timeut which is being expressed in Washington during the congressional recess that the policy of the admins tratlon as voiced by the president in his message. concerning the develop ment of Alaska may have somewhat hard sledding- It is apparent that Alaska needs just such assistance as has been contemplated. It needs it for its own betterInent and it needs 1t for increasing the contributions it can make to this country in the way of marketing it's resources. Towards it the president has a strong leaning but he fully realizes that it must be done with a full understanding of what is being attempted and that it must be properly administered to obtain re- su1tH-
 Just what effect the question of ex- pense is going to have upon the ulti-
 mate outcome of the Alaskan railroad bill is problenaaticaL This is the eb- staele over which many of the demo- crats are already declaring their op- position to the idea and it is one which is calculated to have powerful influence upon the legislation at this particular stage Of the administration 1-lN <A--~9E>a wat lAdS DeoH ddNOCdCeu for a long period even after the need of taking some steps for the relief of that northern possession has been recognized The president has thus far shown that he is in control at Wash tngtor and 1t Is possible even though opposition Is manifested in advance that it will result much the same as dd the currency legislation against which many of the democrats were aligned in the early stages.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
SICK GEMS.

"The discoloration of precious stones when they have been exposed to the air for long time, is considered one of the most frequent maladies, says a well known jeweler Among the colored stones emeralds, rubies and sapphires are those which remain in tact best. Nevertheless, they are not exempt from changes, as has been proved by many experiments recently made in Paris.
 Two rubies of the same size and shade were kept for two years, one in 8 showcase and the other away from all light At the end of this term a comparison revealed that the first had become somewhat lighter in color.
 The influence of light makes itself felt more plainly on topazes and garnets. The garnet turns much paler in a short time, while the topaz assumes a darker shade, and even when freshly cut,
 ''The most sensitive stone in this respect is the opal. This stone draws it's marvellous rainbow reflections from numerous little clefts which allow the light to pass, and reflect it in different directions. Often the opal sJands the manipulationS of cutting and polish ing well, and all of a sudden it splits. It suffers always by excess of heat. Owing to it's chemical composition, it is sensitive to all the changes of tenn perature.
 Pearls deteriorate very easily. In the fire they are transformed into a piece of lime Placed in contact with an acid, they behave as lime or marble would under the same conditions"
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
REFRESHING CHANGE.

The city of Chicago is open to con- gratulations. It recently received q black eye when the school board drop ped Mrs. E. F. Young as superintendent of schools during a brief return to the spells system but 1t is to the credit of its mayor that the gIaT1ng error was recognized and immediate steps taken to overcome this temporary evil denCe of 8 willingness to sacrifice effi- cfency and non partisanship in school matters. The action means the plac- ing of schools before party politics and is one of the strongest bits of evidence that such is the demand of the peo- pie of that city It was a high handed act on the part of the appointees of the mayor to vote against the excellent basis upon which the schools of that city had been placed under the guid- ance of Mrs. Young. With her the interests and welfare of the schools came first and her going meant the greatest loss to the city.
 Her return to the office from which she was for a brief time removed, is a direct compliment to the methods which she has adopted and the inn provements which she has made in the school system. This is one of the most important departments in every city government. It must be administered efficiently and when such service is being rendered it deserves just such insistent backing as that which has been given to the work of the Chicago superintendent. No city can afford to take a backward step in this inn portant office. but it is it's duty to stand by that which is for the best in terests and future welfare. It is a re- freshing change from stopping to spells and graft.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
NEW YORK GRAE-

The revelations which have been made and those which are continually cropping out concerning the graft used in connection with state departments and contracts places greater respon- sibifity than eyer upon the governor of New York state and the method which he has adopted for the running down Of the same. It calls for prompt and effectual stamping out of this practice in the quickest possible man ner- It Is not a question where it will hit It should hit each and every one who Is concerned therein, who ever he may be.
 When it is declared that canal work CTS were forced to make contributions to political campaign funds and that such contributions represented assess mentS upon all the workmen within the territory for period of five months and were upon a basis of five per cent of their salary, it is time for giving the question of graft more than pass ing notice. The Workingmen are bound 10 feel as much as any the pernicious practice of grating but when it is all lowed to be carried on so boldly that workmen's pay is reduced to contri- bute to the illegal toll 1t calls for
 
 should be eountenauced in any form II is against the foundation of good government and when Governor Glynn declares that he will not be the tool of any party or organization he takes a position which should give him an opportunity for plenty of work and unless he obtains results the Whitman incident is bound to operate to his everlasting discredit
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Everybody at-Church Plan Step
 Towards Unity.

MT. Editor: There have already ap- peared in previous editions of your paper letters relative to the "Eyery- body at church" plan, but will you per init me to say another word? A state ment was made long ago that even today has charm and helpful ring to II, namely, that it is a pleasant thing for people to live in peace and harmony. Behold how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity" It seems to me that the Everybody at church" move ment is step towards this unity and It is the hope that all the people of Norwich, as far as circumstances will permit will endeavor to attend church services on the second Sunday in Jan uary next, the day designated as "kverybody at church Sunday" that they may behold a demonstration of unity of the right kind. This is not intended to be a sensational move- ment but one of helpfulness for all. It is the desire that there shall be given an evidence of the power of the gospel, the good news. upon the indi- vidual life and the life of the commu- nity We hope, MT. Editor, that the people of this city will consider this matter seriously and act upon it in the same manner; and may the churches be filled on the 11th day of January, and we would that they might also be filled every other Sun day.
 Sincerely yours,
 JOSEPH r. COBB.
 Norwich, Conn, Dec. 27, 1913.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
RECIPES.


 Beefsteak Pie-Cut one pound. of round steak in pieces about two inches square and brown in the frying pan, carefully saving gravy. When turned once add tablespoonful of butter. The meat must not be thoroughly cooked, merely Drowned on the outside. Parbo1I two potatoes and when about half done cut in eighths. Put meat and potatoes in a pudding pan and season to taste. Cover with a crust made as as fOIloWs One cupful of Sifted four pinch of salt and a half teaspoonful of baking powder. Rub into this a scant tablespoonful of butter Moisten with milk until just soft enough to roll out, which usually requires about three-q quarters of teacupful of milk. Cut s1its in top and bake twenty min utes. A few dumplings may be made of the crust and added to the inside of the pie.
 Roast Pork with Saqe and Onion StuHing a leg or a loin of pork may be used for this dish If a loin. separate each joint with the chopper and make an tncision in the thick part or the pork. Into the cavity thus made put dressing made of a cupful of crumbs, an onion chopped fine a teaspoonful of chopped sage, a tea spoonful of made mustard a few dash es Of pepper, salt to taste, a table spoonful of butter, little cold mashed potato and tablespoonful of vinegar Bring the edges of the meat together and bind Or sew them so the dressing may not escape. If the leg is used the dressing is put under the skin. Allow twenty minutes to the pound and twenty minutes over. Baste freuuentIv, especially at first.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
USELESS INVESTIGATIONS.

It isn't surprising that the idea of Investigations and inquiries by com missions fail to inspire the amount of confidence which they should, when the attention which is paid to them and their results are considered. Too frequently are matters referred to com missions from which there are no ben efoiaI results. It is a practice which has been followed with outcomes which too frequently give the impress sion that when it is desired to let a matter down easy it is referred to a commission.
 The advisability of asking itself these questions before launching upon more such Investigations is urged upon congress by the Washington Post:
 How much of the peoples money is being spent in investigations?
 Where does this money go, and what benefit results?
 How much time and money have these investigations cost individuals, and how much property has been de- stroved indirectly?
 What is the motive behind each in vestfgation? Who profits by it in self advertising or otherwise?
 Since the avowed object of each investigation is to gather information for congress. upon which to frame leg isIation, is there not a cheaper and more effective method of schooling congressman ?''
 It is a long list of commissions which exists as a record of this form of con- gressiona1 investigation. They have occupied long periods of time at great public expense only to result in long and exhaustive reports which are printed and forgotten. If commits sions are to be named it should be made certain in advance that such in vestigation will be made a basis for subsequent action and not become use less.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
USE FOR WORN TABLEcLoTHs.

Partly worn damasl1 tabIecloths can be utilized for traycloths and dolly luncheon sets for everyday use. By holding the cloth to the light the good portion can easily be distinguished Cut the good part into centerpieces, doilies, traycloths, etc. Old fashioned rickrack braid makes a very suitable edging for these pieces, and the work of making an old cloth into very serviceable din ing room pieces is thus quickly ac- complished. A few embroidered dots have the rickrack edging or an em- broidered initial will add to the at tractiveness of the pieces
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
SAVES TIME.

Time may be saved in making French dressing if it is mixed in a bottle instead of dish. Put into the bottle three parts of oil and one part vinegar; season with salt and pepper, put the cork in the bottle and shake it hard
 This method is not alone a time saver, but the bottle serves better than a dish as a receptacle for keeping the dressing in the iceboX
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
CONCERNING WOMEN.

Queen Welhelmina had a very pretty part to play at the inauguration of the Palace of Peace recently at The Hague. She conferred the grand cross of the order of Orange Nassau on Andrew Carnegie and a similar decoration was conferred on Abraham Picter Cornelis Van Karnebeck, president of the Car negie foundation.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
LIFE SAVING SERVICE.

Hand in hand with the magnificent service which is rendered to ships in distress by the revenue cutter service goes the heroic assistance to ship wrecked sailors and others whose lives are in danger from the sea. It is a department wherein the men are con- stantIy on the watch for opportunities 10 lend a hand. It has great respon- sibility and it is this vigilance which makes it so valuable when occasion for service presents itself
 The life saving service is main sained at yearly expense to the gov- ernment of s2,204,OO0, but when 1t is realized that during the past year 1t was instrumental in saving vessels and cargoes to the value Of fourteen mill lion dollars and that out of the 1743 casualties of the sea only 69 vessels were totally lost, 1t Is made apparent that no government expenditure was more wisely used. This does not in clude the lives which were saved which among swimmers and bathers alone numbered over one hundred, while from wrecked vessels thousands were rescued who might otherwise have per- fshed. The service of life saving is invaluable while in property many times the cost of the service Is saved each year.
 This Is one of the directions in which
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Miss Frances Edwards, an English school girl has received Carnegie hero medal for saving a woman and boy from drowning. She was on her way to the high school when she saw a mother jump in after her son, both being In danger of drowning, and dressed as she was she jumped in and saved both of them. The Royal Hu- mane Society of England will also re- ward her.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

the government is engaged in the most commendable kind of humanitarian service, and the excellent results eb- tained indicate how fully the obliga- ton is understood by the life savers in the masterly response which they make. It is difficult to imagine where the money could be better spent.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
PRETTY SHELVES.

If you like dainty pantry shelves in stead of using the scalloped paper edg- ing sold for that purpose which is so easily torn and needs replacing every three or four weeks, buy India linen G0 cents yard.) cut it in bias strips and make long scant ruffles. The hems can be edged with cheap lace at 1 or 2 cents a yard and each ruffle sewed to a white tape as long as the shelves. A few gold-headed tacks fasten the ruffles to the edge of shelf This is easily removed for laundering and lasts two years
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
sTARcH FoR LAcEs.

For gum arabic starch, put one fourth ounce of the best gum in a large meuthed bottle and cover with pint of water. Set the bottle on a cloth In a pan of water over the fire to dis solve, stirring it until it liqueAes; then strain through clean cloth and bottle for use. Good for stiffening laces.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Form paper rolls little thicker than lead pencils, making them with news paper, and roll the little girls hair on them. Turn back the points, pin; and when the curls are taken down, tear off one end of the paper roll and gently draw the curler out. Do not dampen the hair, but dampen first the comb, draw it through the hair and enough dampness will insure the hair curled in almost one hour. Where the hair is dampened, then combed, it takes half day or more to dry out.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
Miss Clara Cynthia Munson of War.

Miss Clara Cynthia Munson of War. renton, Ore, a woman mayor of the far west, is said to be making good. She dismissed the city attorney and policeman and is applying their sal aries for work on the sidewalks. She granted a saloon license, although most of the women voters were opposed to it. Incidentally, she is said to have re- ceived ten offers of marrige.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

two letter monogram may be formed by transferring one letter and then stamping the other letter directly over it. Embroider the letters so that they will be intertwined. A three letter monogram can be arranged by placing or one eighth of an inch apart and then stamping the third letter directly over the other two, being very care full that they correctly intertwine when embroidering. In this way much can be accomplished with one alphabet
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
GLAZED cHINTz SHADES.

In the country cottage glazed chintz is taking the place of plain shades. Made to fit the window and run on an ordinary roller, these shades are most attractive, the light sitting through and effectively bringing out the lovely chintz patterns. Over these the white draperies are hung straight or draped back
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
TO WASH GLOVES.

To wash doeskin gloves, prepare soapsuds (any pure soap will dol, and add a few drops of am- monia and glycerin. Rinse the gloves in two or three waters. adding the few drops of glycerin, not the ammonia each time. Take as much of the moist ure out of them as possible with a clean, white cloth and hang to dry. When they are nearly dry draw them over the hands and rub them with a clean cloth until dry.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Nine persons out of every ten live and die without ever using their full lung capacity. Long, deep breaths through the nose is the correct method. This not only warns the air before it enters the lungs, but the tiny hairs in the nostrils keep out impurities.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

with three deep and rather scanty fiounces reaching to just above the knee at a distance of about four inches apart, their hems completed with nar
 row bands of gray Russian squirrel, the whole proving an entirely delight ful creation.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

For most rents haste a piece of thin paper under the rent, drawing 1t into perfect shape: then darn neatly with ravelings of the material If one has no pieces these can sometimes be ob- tained from the raw edges of the skirt gores A French patch is made with out turning the edge under The piece is smoothly fitted in and a piece of thin paper pasted on The edges of the patch are then alarmed with very fine stitches. Always press a. darn care fully after finishing it.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

When you are boiling rice, take care not to throw away the water. Strain it into a bowl and you will find it makes a most excellent starch. This starch may be used either hot or cold. Two or three drops of turpentine are an improvement.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Gum arabic is the best thing to use for stiffentng fine pieces of lace, etc. The way to make the solution Is, two ounces of white gum arabic put into vessel and one pint of boiling water poured over it. When dissolved bottle and cork. For shirt fronts, stir into fine starch a teaspoonful of the mix ture to give a gloss.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Kid gloves are placed in small bowl completely covered with benZine or gasoline, and allowed to soak for sev- eFal minutes They are then taken out one at a time and rubbed with a clean cloth until dry. Most attention should be given the finger tips.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

To have boiled potatoes fluffy, pour the water off when they are done, then let them stand in the dish they were cooked in on the back of the stove for a few minutes, giving them an occa- sional shake.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Vinegar in which home made cu- cumber pickles have been preserved should not be thrown away, but used in salad dressing. The flavor Is de- licious and cannot be gained in any other WAY.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
BoAs.

Boas are agin bein gworn in Paris. Ostrich boas lead. They are very short, and to be chic must be worn to the neck. Never are they allowed to slip back upon the shoulders. They fasten at one side. with two short ends of the boa falling one below the other.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Discolored finger nails can be cleaned if you dissolve a teaspoonful of powd cred borax in half pint of hot water and soak them in this. Then dip piece of lemon in fuller's earth and rub them with it. Polish with bees wax as above. In two or three days the discoloration will have gone.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

It Is to be hoped that the strike in the Calumet district will be settled but when such an adjustment comes as the result of the Christmas panic and it's great loss of life sensible ac- tion is being obtained at an snor- nous cost
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Lace is used to trim handbags, just as leather is now used to trim hats. A dainty handbag of tan suede is edged about the top with a narrow frilIing of deep cream valencienneS lace, fulled well around the corners.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29
NEEDLEWORk NOTES.

An excellent way to finish armholes in fine lingerie blouse is to sew the sleeves in by machine. then buttonhole around the edges with either a coarse thread or soft floss.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

It may be as a Kansas editor says that "the Bull Moose has plenty of encoura cement to continue the fight . but in the light of past examples it ought to have better sense.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

It might not be bad idea to keep a record of the disregard for auto laws for presentation to the next session of the general assembly as a basis for stricter requirements and better enforcement
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

White dresses, trimmed with fancy silks printed in the gay celors, will solve the celer problem for many women who realize that they cannot array themselves in costumes of many colors.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Detroit has generously sent money for the relief of the Calumet panic victims but unfortunately most of them are beyond assistance.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Now that there is a conversational recess "ChamD'' Clark and Vice Pres ident Marshall have gone on lecturing 2 tours but the secretary of state is able to drop business at any time.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Lace used as inside revers is a fem mine touch which has been given to some waistcoats.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

The Jersey woman who threw a lighted lamp at a burglar and set him on fire had a double reason for putting him out
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Tulle is the rage. It is used for trimming hats, in making neck ruches for vestees, ruffles deep or narrow, as 8 foundation for net and lace, as neck and wrist ruffles
Norwich bulletin., 1913-12-29

Deep breathing is just 8 habit, to be acquired after deliberate and sustained practice until it becomes natural. The results are better health. purer blood less liability to germ attacks. a bet ter color in the face and brighter eyes Beauty doctors, with expensive fees always stipulate for deep nasal breath ing It is a. beauty bringer. Sue cessful athletes, men or women, are all deep breathers. That valued second wind" is only the unused portion of the lungs being, under stress brought into use.