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Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18

fleets of alcohol can readily be traced in the loss of self control, in the dim finishing Of the senses and in the re- duetign of muscular strength, it also tends to Fetard the memory. the power of reasun and of judgment.
 Entire abstinenee from intoxicating drinks is the only thing that will lessen hereditary customs. The years Of the abstainer are not longer. but they are fuller, happier and more efficient in every way.
 Young people just starting in life, CT those who contemplate some inn portant undertaking, must remember that even the smallest quantity of al- cohsl into the system limits useful ness and debars one from many pleas ploy only those persons who have 9 clear brain and a steady hand.
 The progress of the past is due to the fact that the great good famous and prominent men who achieved so much were total abstainers
 Proh1 bit1on strengthens the growth of total abstinence and is increasing in power and influence, for a good part of the United States is now under prohibition and before many years 1t is predicted that the nation will be dry; but like everything else must win success through argument and opposi . ton.
 Many of it's advocates are people who trust in God and believe that
 all things are possible and those who wish te achieve much, must has, for before many years the people will see that the dream of total abstinence has become 8 reality, DIANA. NeWington, N, H.
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TO WASH STOCKINGS.

In washing stockings the first es- sential is to have absolutely clean soap solution in tepid water It is poor policy to take in the <rinsing water left after the white clothes are out, for that leaves the stockings covered with speeks of white lint Put the stockings in right side out.rub wei, turn and repeat the rubbing on the wrong side. If the color is at all delicate, rub the feet first and then the legs in or der not to have the latter long in the water.
 Rinse thoroughly in water of the same temperature, wiring dry and hang from the tops of the stockings so that if water settles, leaving a little discol- = oration. 1t will be in the toes instead of in the leg. The most of the black stockings now are fast color and give no trouble.
 If eolered stockings show signs es running or fading, the color may be set with alum salt watar, only one sF olld bear in mind that alum will set the dirt as we'll as the color.
 Silk stockings need to be washed well, then rtnsed in 1ukewarm water, then pressed between towels.
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and so sick that had to go to bed.
 Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com pound has made me we'll and these trou- bles have disappeared like magic. have recommended the Compound to many women who have used it success fully. Mrs JAMES J. STACY, RED. No. 3, North Bangor, N. Y.
 Another Made We'll.
 Ann Arbor, Mich.-"Lydia E. Pink. hams Vegetable Compound has done wonders for me. For years I suffered terribly with hemorrhages and had pains so intense that sometimes would faint away. I had female weakness so bad that had to doctor all the tiEsSs and never found relief until I took your remedies to please my husband, l recommend your wonderful medicine to all sufferers as I think it is a blessing for all women. ''-Mrs. L. E. WYCKoFF. 112 s. Ashley St, Ann Arbor, Mich.
 There need be no doubt about the ability of this grand old remedy, made from the roots and herbs of our fields. to remedy woman's diseases. We possess volumes of proof of this fact, enough to convince the most skeptical Why don't you try it3 zz.,-..
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
4 WORD FROM DIANA.

Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis ters: I may come too often, but I feel as if I wanted to write so here am.
 Maine Lover, I am enjoying your book of Silver Lintngs that you sent
 Biddy, I find that your powders aid digestion, for I think that laughter is good for every one.
 l was reading a short time ago an article on the progress of the last 40 years-and so I thought of what had been done in the temperance line, and of what will be done, when the ma jority of the people learn the poison ous effect of alcohol on the systenn,
 In this age of wonderful progress we hardly dare to affirm that anything g is impossible. In looking back one can see the wonderful advance made in science, mechanics and useful in- ventions and realize the important changes wrought in a few years.
 Many inventions and the power of knowledge have developed in such rap Id succession that at times we ars faiffy startled by tho marvellous rov- o1uttons that affect our comfort. eon- VenienGS and health
 When we recall the past we realize that every improvement has fought and opposition, SC we are inclined to believe that ttaf1 things are possible"
 Among the many changes that knowledEe has brought to light is the ! ASS@AA<-eIAclA VI LIlG VedlQo OI LOIdl HD- stinence upon a life.
 Every person in the world in this age of our existence should know that alcohol Is a poison and impairs the system according to the amount which is consumed by an individual
 Teachers. temperance lecturers and ministers are trying to instiH the scientific reason for not drinking al- cohohc drinks. and the results of do- ing so. into the minds of men.
 The construction of the body proves that the nervous system is a marvel ous one. for each movement of the body exerts some action of the nerves. The brain is the controlling power of the body. and being connected by num- berlass nerves, receives from them all their sensations. The nerves are won- derf1l and very necessary. yet are cas- fly impaired, So in order to have good healthy nerves and clear brain one must be total abstsiner, for the nerves are peculiarly subject to the poisonous effects of alcohol and there Is ne doubt whatever regarding the great injury which even 8 small quan- dty tnfjets ilRan tham.
 The paEaaJ4ans aad dsaAsning sfs
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
A SWING AROUND THE CIRCLE.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: I en- joysed this comica and economical rhyme ?y,a9 and d; I knew yen win: How is 1t you c1ethe your six boys on
 such pay2" know you will think 1t ccncefted and
 queer,
 But i do it because I'm a good fnan- There's Pete. John, Jim. William and A half dozen bays to be clothed and And I buy them all gaed vietuals to But elothes-I enly buy clothing fer
 Pete.
 When Pete's clothes are too small fer
 him to get en, I just make them ever far J6hn. When for John, who is 10 they have
 grown out of date, I then make them ever for Jim, who
 is eight. When for Jim they become toe ragged
 to fix,
 I just make them ever fer Jos. who And when little Joe can wear them
 no more, I then make them ever for Bin who
 Is four.
 longer will de, I just make them ever fer Ned. who is two. Then once HaeFe we go round the etr- cls comHlete. By beginning to use 'efn fer patches
 fer Pete, I think that 6 very economical mother. Now that Chatterbox has had her birthday, I want to tell you mine will be here the s2nd Of this Incnth, Can I, too. have a shower of oards7 I would just love t6 know when each and eveFyene's birthday comes, I would love to remember them,
 Yes, Girls, my excursion to Peak's Island was great. I enjoyed Betsey Bobbes's story. But then, enjoy a11 the letters: and I knew GUT sister Diana WAS grateful far her Christmas presents. Where is Billie would love to hear from her. Rural Delivery's suggestion sounded good; let the good work go on.
 Nc snow on ground. but very cold, and looks like & storm.
 BALSAM FIR South wfndham. Me,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
MAKING OVER GARMENTS FOR
 CHILDREN.

dark blue tailor made skirt which had been cleaned and pressed was cut off to make a plain skirt for a girl of IA years. and two yards of wool plaid dark blue checked by lines Of white made a plaited waist open at the back. which was sewe6 firmly to the skirt under the belt of the plaid. A left over piece of white lace covered the high collar and finished the sleeves. The waist cost 50 cents.
 A nice plaited skirt of dark brown cloth was cut off at the top to make one the right length for the same girl, and the remains made a low necked, sleeveless waist which was sewed to the skirt with @ belt.
 Two yards of delicate pink gingham made a plain waist open at the back and a 10 cent bunch of insertion and fsh, and the cost was 50 cents.
 Four and one-half yards of brown hanne1ette (45 cents) made three gar ments- A dress for master three year old was cut a plain kimona, one inch of the front being oDened half way faced with brown for the buttons and the other side had an overlapping facing of blue. The cuffs and standing collar and a little pocket was of blue. The belt was brown. held by blue loops.
 The other dress was cut the same except that the back had three pIaits above the waist line and hung full be- low. The overlap, cuff, turnover collar and pocket of this dress was red and there was no belt.
 A blouse waist with a double breast ed front of the flannel had the round collar and wristbands cross stitched with blue sf1kolene. was also the patch pocket.
 cut over some drawers for the
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bring in just one new member. With sGTue of us, our storehaouse of know1- edge, is about exhausted, and some new members might be only too glad of an invitation to join our circle. c1e.
 Bee, you are a progressive worker. I think that dressmaking contest will be just the thing and instructive to us all; and who knows but a millinery centest-night follow later.
 If many of our young girls could only be taught the value of time, and instead of attending cheap shows and walking the streets would put their minds to sewing. or some such useful employment. we mothers would not shake and trernble at the thoughts Of what kind of homes eur boys will en< joy in the future.
 Betsy Bobbet, your story was eer- tatnly very entertaining-wFi again,
 Uncle Josh. please tell us some time, how you use the Burdeek seed fer sciatiea, I am thankful te say that l am net troubled with 1t, but knew friends who are. and think it is pleas ant we Journey along to try and do some good. JANEFfE,
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
An Exciting Fishing Trip
By Black Pansy

old clothes, so there was not much room to stand.
 the children under g shelf which ex- tended the whole length of the room, and by standing very straight them selves keep comparatively dry. The shower was a terrific one and lasted nearly half hour The sun was soon shining, and all prepared to leaev. On leaving the place and get ting down to the boat they found 1t half full of water. Ealing this out, Silas said:
 'sT'm afraid we are in for another"
 Sure enough. the clouds were again
 gathering black overhead and lighter underneath.
 Some hail with this, I guess" It wasn't many minutes before all were hurrying back to shelter This time the shower was great deal harder and lasted over an hour great
 hailstones striking the roof and bound ing off. The boys picked up some as large as a silver quarter. By this time all thoughts of further fishing were abandoned for as Silas was bai1ing the boat second time the heard the fire bell. Faster and faster he worked, and soon were on the way home
 It hadn't seemed far that morning. drifting with the current, but with a slight wind and current against him poor Sflas worked pretty hard. The bell had been ringing at intervals, but ndQ now SboPpGOs suu lnFeu8h LhS trees could be seen the fire; but the river made so many twists and turns for some little time it was hard to l locate it.
 i, Silas was straining every nerve to row faster when finally came a clear space fin the trees and their home could be seen standing intact. Such grateful thanks went up on high as only those who have been there can
 know. While sorry fer the poor people who lost theirs. what happy people the boat held!
 All this time there had been a slight drfzzle falling, but unnoticed by all Landing. they started ascross lots for home, when there came regular downpour. When they finally got in
 doors they were a sorry looking crowd but grateful and happy for all that. Si1as says he means to go back next
 summer after that bass he lost. the other one tasted so good.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
THE WISDOM OF SOLOMON.

Editor Social Corner: Perhaps the readers of the Social Corner are not aware that Solomon in all of his glory was afraid he might become ambd- tious to become something more than a happy middle class Individual, for the scriptures say he prayed:
 Remove far from me vanity and lies; give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient Cor good) for me, lest I be full and deny thee and say who is the Lord, or lest I be poor and steal and take the name of my God in vain.'
 This is the evidence we have that Solomon in spirit was a man who be- neved In going slow ana Keeping in the middle of the road In these times he would not have been among the complainers of the high cost of living, for he. as the wisest man of his age, desired to be a simple feeder, that he might have a good stomach and a level head. He was aware that gour- mandizing was perilous for godly men, so he asked the Lord to see that he had only what was good for him. He
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18

Dear Editor, Brothers and Sisters of the Social Corner As it has been some time since l wrote a letter, will now tell you why. You see the trip in the a1rship made my head dizzy. then came the reunion, and singing so much 1amed my throat; and all the Corner gatherings have kept me busy, and, as Betsy told you. the J. E. T. burned me qnite bad. I hope you will excuse my long delay but I have read all the letters and enjoyed them very much.
 1 was so glad that Rural Delivery suggested the happy surprise for Df- ana; and our Dear Editor was 50 kind to her. As we SOW so shall we reap. Certainly happiness was sSWed there, and I hope she will reap strength and happiness from it.
 I have enjoyed private correspond ence with the Corner writers very much and have fine collection of postcards which I find pleasure in.
 What has become of l.. H. K? Have mt you returned home yet? miss your Corner letters very much, also.
 c. E. S.. Samantha, Violet. Blanche. Mdnnehaha and other writers who haven't written for some time.
 Violet, your cake was fine. I would like to see you very much.
 J. E. T.: How are those tomatoes keeping? L. T. H. and I are coming see Tom and Jerry. Think from what you say they must be very gentle.
 What terrible storms and gales we have had! How little we realize the damage and suffering it has caused in many places, where houses were blown down. families left homeless in afi the fierce storms. How much we have to be thankful fort God spared cur homes and lives.
 Think of the tedious rides OUT R. F. D. carriers have to get the mail around the country places. I hope some warm heart has not forgotten to have a cup of hot coffee for them as they passed by their houses.
 Rural Delivery can tell you some of the hardshfps encountered delivering mail.
 Sister Ready: I think owe you a card. Will send one before long. And if I owe any other Corner writer 8 card, wish they would let me know. and I will send one
 How nice the parcels post is for patrons, if not for the carriersi
 Wonder what new laws will be pass ed in Hartford this year. Some good ones to help the farmers. we hope.
 Wishing you all health and happi- ness, I will close.
 BLUE BELLS OF SCOTLAND.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
ETTA BARBEE
HOW TO CLEAN A LOUNGE

Dear Sisters of the Corner: want to tell you how I cleaned a lounge, the covering of which had become soiled through much use. I took corn meal and rubbed 1t in thoroughly. then brushed it as thoroughly with a stiff bristled brush. Tho amount of dirt that was removed was surprising.
 To keep your pretty sofa cushions clean when in everyday use, make "aprons" for them of gingham. cham bray or denim. To make, out the back several inches longer than the front. Then cut the back into through the center. Hem the center edges; lay the two parts together with hems overlap ping; lay the front on this and stitch all around the edges. Turn right side out and work buttonholes and put but tons on the hems. These are easily slipped on the cushions and as easily removed when soi1ed.
 Uncle Josh. you are right about country life developing self reliance. It is also sometimes apt to develop 8 sense of loneliness. AS a cure for this ailrnent I most heartily recom- mend the Social Corner, to be taken regularly once a week. and assoften as wished between times. It is good company at any time, and has the additional merit of allowing one to talk or listen, as one chooses.
 AUNT SERENA.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18
FRAMED TAPESTRIES.

PasBe partout framed small pictures in tapestries are among recently brought out novelties, and very charm ing they are, for their colors are ex- quisftely soft and blend happily with walls papered in almost any tint To passe partout frame a small square or obIong in tapestry the picture must first be attached to q cardboard back ing and the edges of the two materi- aIs bound all round with stout linen tape, which must be glued into posi- tion. When this binding has thorough ly dried on both picture and backing, it should be covered on the tapestry's S side with a wide gimp in dull gold me tallfc thread. The passe partout fran- ed picture should not be suspended from the wall, but placed f1atly against 1t and fastened in position with mar ble headed nails run through each cor ner.
Norwich bulletin., 1913-01-18

The weather had been perfect for some time and Si1as Brown on gett1ng up one morning in sept,emner ,ea D .1d n1sicee ee fire for fishing that day. He found he could get a neighbors boat. so ne ana Marinda and the two boys started.
 After reaching the river and fishing for a little while. the sun oame out pretty warm. so they drifted along down the shady side. all enjoying the lovely day and the shadows of the many tinted leaves In the water. IF trawling along silas landed fine black bass and had two or three more strikes which he lost. as the current was so swift his boat drifted pretty
 Thinking to try on sthe homeward journey, he rowed along, hunting good landing place. as 1t was nearing dinner time. Coming to a grove o1 pines, they all landed and found an ideal camping place. Picnic parties before them had discovered the place and built a fine stone fireplace Ma rinda was prepared to fry fish and while Silas cleaned them and got fre going sine had her table all spread with the rest of the lunch. The fish were soon ready and all enjoyed their dim ner, but Si1as on looking up exclaina- ed:
 T guess we are in for 8 heavy
 .'Yes, that is thunder. do believe, \ remarked his wife.
 The boys, having finished their lunch, had been exploring and now ran up, saying they had discovered a hut over across a little cove. By this time the thunder was pretty sharp, so all helped to gather things together and made for the boat. On rounding the corner, Silas said:
 That old sfanty will be all right, l guess An old man used to live there and chop wood up on the mountain. He died some time ago..
 Any port in case of storm, and an- choring they reached shelter none too soon.
 It was anything but a pleasant place to enter, but all were soon glad they even so good a shelter. There was only one room,. about 12 feet square, an old rusty stove that had fallen to pieces took up one end. a bed from which the husk tick had been taken occupied the other The bed had been ripped up in the center and scattered along with
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THE REASON WHY.
DauaeiSon.

Dear Editor and Social Corner: I want to write you long time. was not home II was in Europe. When l came home I begin to write you a letter. So will let you no what trou- ble I had in Europe.
 was in Europe over a year. I had made business over there and had two mans, one office man and a hard worker. The office man I paid big wages. and the hard worker man, paid him small wages.
 The hard worker man was fighting with me all the time about the wages. He said to me:
 'sWhy is that I work so hard and get small wages, and the office man sets in the warm room and gets so high wsges?"
 So I told him I will show you the difference So I looked through the window. Just then was going 8 team loaded with wood, so I said to the hard worker:
 sGo outside and ask that man what is he going to do with the vvood?'
 So the hard worker went outside and said: Good man, what are you going to do with the woodP'
 The man said have it sold. So he comes in again and says to me the man has the wood sold.
 told him again to go outside and
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DOM ESTic HELPS FROM POLLY
 POE

Dear Sisters of the Social Corner: It does not seem to me that there is any indication that the Social Corner will peter out, if Aunty has entertained such fears It is so natural to be ap- prehensive when there is really no cause to be-
 have been an interested and amused reader of the Social Corner from It's beginning and have been sur prised by the license the editor has accorded the writers in expressing themselves, and the hearty support which has been given to the depart ment by those helped by it
 There Is never an end to new domes- tic subjects, or ideas upon old home problems.
 wonder how many of the Sisters know that when 8, hole is worn in the carpet rug the edges of the hole may be whipped over with yarn matching g the colors of the rug? Fill in the hole with yarn very tightly crocheted, using plain stitch; then over this work little loops in the weave of the carpet to the weave loops of the car pet itself.
 | If you have a worn tablecIoth with round or square figures upon it. you may make a set of pretty doilies by cutting out these squares and circles carefully and buttonholing the edges This is an economical way of making table accessories
 By the way, it Is becoming a fad to fashion bureau pads and veil cases from figured napkins For a veil case two napkins are used. thin layer of wadding, with sachet laid between. Over these pieces of coarse swiss are fastened around the edges with feather stitching The case folds and ties with ribbon Sachet pads for the br1fea1 drawers are made in like manner but left un6ofded, the requisite number of napkins depending upon the size of the drawer.
 If the old writers for the Social Corner are weary, perhaps the old readers will take pleasure in lending a hand.
 With best wishes for the success of the Social Corner,
 POLLY POE.
 Dau3elSon.