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The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
TANGO DUE TO NEURAsTHENIAs IL
A Medical Explanation of the Dane
ing CrREe.

From the Medical Times.
The dancing epidemic which the coun-
try is witnessing recalls in some re-
spects the dancing mania of the Middle
Ages, which has been frequently dis
cussed in the literature of neurological
medicine. The ragtime and turkey trot
manias appear to be contagious in much
the same way that the medieval manias
were. They are also alike in respect to
widespread prevalence, the populations
of whole continents being affected. These
neurotic phenomena have been ascribed
to widespread neurasthenia, due to un-
rest and other pathological social condi-
tions.
These and the naive determination to
be amused that characterized the
masses, together with the peculiar in
fuence Of type OF music" which seems
to set UP characteristic motor reactions,
account for the specially sensitized class
which may be observed in action day and
night almost anywhere in the country.
This class illustrates well the principles
laid down by NJ. LIE Bon; that authority
on the psychology of the crowd. Then il
has been pointed out that many ragtime
tunes are versions of negro revival
hymns, which perhaps introduces an ele-
ment OF quasi-reHgiOus emOtionalism
and also recalls the interesting fact dane
ing has always been connected with re-
ligion, especially pagan religion. The
instinct to dance is a very primitive
one, and through the dance certain emo
tions find outlet and expression. There
is a normal and an abnormal phase to
the subject, however. and we are in
clined to think that it is the latter that
finds exemplification in ragtime and trot-
ting.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
4 Practical Baby Basket

cut out OF each corner of the linen OBJ
long. so that when the cover is put into
the basket the edges OF the corners will
just meet. These corners can be tied to
the basket BY ribbon being run through
four eyeIets made in each corner of the
cover for the purpose. two inside and
two on the outer edge of the cover, and
tied in a small bow on the outside.
The edges are to be sCalloped. After
having drawn the pattern on the linen
for the basket, proceed to go along the
lines with a spool and pencil. The tops
OF the scallops should touch the top OF
the line, and this will allow a half-!nch
margin, which can be cut away after
the scallOps are embroidered. The edges
Of the Cut-out corners are embroidered
as well. A small scallop makes a dain-
tier cover, especially il the material be
light in weight tiny spray of en-
broidery worked on each of the four
overhanging edges adds greatly to the
appearance of the basket, and a similar
design. slightly larger. should be worked
on that part of the linen covering the
bottom of the basket.
Make a small embroidery pocket in one
end of the basket and fasten an embrOi-
dered linen pincushion to the other, each
being sCalloped and carried out in the
spray design to match the cover. When
complete, fasten the cover to the bas-
ket with few basting stitches to hold
in place. The baby basket is then ready
for filling with the little ones toilet arti-
Cles, &c As the linen cover may be
laundered without detraCting from its
appearance, il is to be preferred to the
pretty fluffy lace ones that are not really
sensible"
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
PHILIPPINE WOMEN
AS ROAD BUILDERS
Five Hundred Women and Girls Were
Employed in Construction of
Road.

You would not think that a woman
could ever outwork a man when it
ZONES to heavy rOadwork. but such is,
nevertheless, the case in the Philippines
In the construction of the PaOay-Curri-
mao road it is recalled that at one time
there were approxima tely 800 women and
girls employed daily. These feminine
workers. receiving from % to y or s.
centavos per day. according to their
strength and ability, are most efficient
when materials for subgrade, surfa cling,
or gravel and sand for concrete are to
be carried a short distance. They tie
up their skirts or 'pandling," to be less
hampered as they work, and WELD SHOW
els, load. carry, and empty their baskets
with a zeal that Outclasses the men.
In the construction of subgrade on the
Paoay-Currimao road it was necessary to
haul material about one-half a kilo-
meter at one point. This was accom-
plished with women workers. Men load
ed the baskets at the borrow pits. Bas-
kets hold about LEO cubic meter and are
carried on the mead. On a short haul a
woman will carry from a meter to a
meter and a half of material per day.
As may be imagined, there is consid-
erabie talking done as the work pro-
crosses, especially in the afternoon.
when the women begin to tire. IgnOr-
ance of the dialect may have caused the
listener to misinterpret, but it is said
that the capataces (men) use some very
forcibIe arguments to convince the wom-
en- that they should talk less and work
more. On concrete work women are used
to advantage carrying sand, gravel, and
water They are not strong enough to
mix concrete for any length of time, so
men are employed for that purpose.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

Dear Boys and Girls: When yoT 80 to
the seashOre you will carry along lit
tie tin pail and A shovel. and perhaps a
little cart But | am sure that though
you will enjoy playing with these you
will some day, when you want something
new, like to make a train of little cars
in which you can drag and load and un-
load sand.
Tack strips of wood to the bottom of
wooden butter dishes. Now get some big
button molds, the thicker the better, end
with a long, round nail fasten these to
the strips Of wood for wheels.
Several cars can be fastened together
with a straight string, and loaded and
unIoaded with sand. GBig brother Will
fnd these cars interesting TO make for
little brother or sister.
PRINCESS SPINAwAI.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Very New slippers.

They hail from Paris, are very femi-
nine, very dainty and quite different, so
one may be sure that Dame Fashion
will approve them.
They may be of soft kidskin, of patent
leather or calfskin, and they are made
on the last of a dress slipper, with
French heels. But it is the fastening,
and not the cut, which distinguishes
them. Instead OF having fiat tailored
bows like the familiar pumps, or buckles
or rossCttes, they have satin ribbons
about d half inch in width. which come
from each side, cross just above the
instep and are drawn up at the side.
where they are tied in fetching little
bows
At a pretty wedding not long ago,
where the bridesmaids wore pink and
blue, they wore these newest slippers
the slippers of lovely blue satin with
fastenings of delicate pink ribbons. The
effect was quite charming and carried
out the scheme of their gowns.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

II you are wondering what welcoming
gift you may make for a little guest
coming to some friend by way of the
"Stork Limited why not try a small
baby basket? You will blink somewhat
skepticany when you hear that the bas-
ket is to be made of A wire dish drainer,
but there isn't a doubt that the outcome
will command your respectful admira-
ton.
The dish drainer Gt should be oblong)
can be purchased for the small sum of
10 cents at any and 10 cent store. Cut
a piece of cardboard to fit inside the
bottom Of the basket and cover the
board with a sheet of cotton waddinS.
Then cover the cotton with pale blue or
pink silk A cotton material may be
used If silk is not obtainable. The COW
ering for the sides of the basket-inside-
which is also of silk, may be slightly
fulIed on to the silk-covered bottom and
drawn up tightly and fastened to the
rim OF the basket.
Cover Bottom and sides.
Next cut an oblong piece of white
linen lit may be light or heavy in weight
as preferred) of sufficient size to cover
the the bottom and sides Call in one
piece) Of the basket, and to fall over the
edges on the outside about the depth of
the basket, to hide the wire frame. 1t
would be well to cut the linen in a sim
Ihe oblong and a half inch or so larger
all around than is actually required, and
then draw upon it the exact pattern for
the basket cover. The linen cover must
be in one piece and must fit snugly into
the corners Of the basket without wrin-
Killing. For this reason square pieces are
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Modern Art Vest brighten. Suit.

That Paquin has gone over to the ranks
of the Post Impressionist followers in
dress is evidenced by the new PaquiL
model of black velvet, which has d
draped waistcoat of embroidered velvet
and silk in Post Impressionist effect.
The waistcoat opens over a crossed
fichu of net, and covers almost the entire
front of the coat, its lower edge extend
ing to form wide girdle. The skirt Of
this PaQuin model shows the slightly
lifted line at the front.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
DurnbIe Chnir Sents.

These chair seats resemble heather and
wear a long time.
Fix to chair seat a piece of tapestry
carpet (wrong side of carpet upl and
tack firmly to chair with common fiat
headed tacks.
Give seat two or three coats of darK
green paint, and when thoroughly dry
give two coats of shellac.
Finish the edges of seat with a strip
of dark green leatherette. half an inch
wide, raw edge folded under; tack on
with brass-headed tacks an inch and d
half a part.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

For summer holiday wear nothing is
more delightful than Shantung silk,
whether in the form OF coat and skirt
costumes or travelling wraTs. The color
of the fabric is invariably becoming,
while II is equally attractive on account
of its dust-resisting qualities. \ Shan
tung coat OF smart design is trimmed ef-
fectively with groups of buttons and fin
ished with a roll collar and cuffs OF
pongee in some contrasting shade.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
FASHION EANCIES
OF THE MOMENT
Hosiery to Match Color Of the Gown
with Which 1t Is
Worn.

Finger rings are enjoying wondertui
popularity in Paris, Not the small, mod
est kind. but rings with stones or set
tings as big as buttons. The largest
stones are turquoise or scarabs hecked
with brown. The larger the setting the
more popular the ring.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
4 Son and His Mother

perhaps, in many ways, it would not bt
well to expect it. But did it ever fail,
one wonders, when a mother kept in inti-
mate touch with the times, steadily
growing in mental vision. all the while
keeping her home straight. sweet and
true, that the son was proud to quote
her opinions, pleased, many times, to
count them his own?
And-does it not pay?
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Cleaning the Food Chopper.

An easy and cheap way to clean the
food chopper is to take a piece of raw
potato and put II through the chopper
after using. Every particle of food IS
forced out, leaving only raw potato iii
the machine. This is much easier to
rinse off than bread or cracker.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Evidently Not.

From Judge.
The fellow who said, "One-half of the
world does not knew how the other half
lives" evidently did not exist in A period
of Ladies' Aid Societies. Thursday After
noon Whist Clubs, Ladies of the Round
Table, Sewing Circles, and like organi-
cations.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
When Making Lemonade.

When making lemonade always dissolve
the sugar in a little hot water before put
ting it into the lemonade. This keeps
the sugar from sinking to the bottom OF
the glass, and sweetens it more quickly.
Another method you will find good is to
put the lemon in hot water before
squeezing. as it gives twice as much
Juice
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

The wrist ribbon has almost taken the
place of the strap on the mOdish hand
bags. Ribbons appear on leather bags as
well as silk ones. They are certainly
more in keeping with the hot weather.
and they can easily be renewed when
too frequent use wears them thrsadbare.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

For afternoon wear, white gloves are
heavily embroidered with black. En-
broidered or shirred arms are seen on
some of the finest silk gloves. Very
smart are the white gloves stitched with
red. Lisle gloves are consider ed the best
for aIl-round use in hot weather.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

Stockings should match the color OF
the gown with which they are worn. And
black shoes may be worn with hosiery
of any color. Black colonial slippers
and white stockings are frequently worn
with lingerie frocks. Blue stockings AMI
blue shoes are to be seen with white
dresses and blue sashes.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Color Note in Lingerie.

Much of the new lingerie shows net
ruffles edged with colored lawn. Pale
pink. blue, lavender or yellow lawn is
used, and it is applied to the net in the
form of an inch-wide hem.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Close-FittinE Underwear.

The up-to-date undergarments are
made of sheerest materials, are close
fitting and have fiat trimmings. Fine
nainsooks and batistes. sheer crepes,
allover embroideries and even organdies
are being used.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

When making apple pie the flavor is
much improved and the apples will keep
in good color if a few drops of lemon
juice are squeezed over the apples just
before the crust is put on,
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
Love UestOMetI.

Learn that to love is one way to know
OF God or man; il is not love received
That maketh man TO know the inner life
OF them that love him; his own love bestowed
Shall do It
Jean IngcloW.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
To Clean Kid Gloves,

Pull gloves on hand smoothly. rub
thoroughly with a soap eraser. This is
as successful with colored gloves as with
white
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01
PUTTING AWAY YOUR
CLOTHES CAREFULLY
1t Is Not a Costly Task, Requiring
Only Plenty of Paper and
Boxes.

Caring for your clothes is true econ
omy. Even the cheaper grades of cloth
ing wear longer and look better if you
take care of them. This care applies es-
pecially to the packing away of your
clothing for the different seasons. 1t is
not a costly task, and you need neither
cedar chests nor mothproof bags. TISSUE
paper, plenty of newspapers moths alb
hOr newspapers) and large pastebOard
boxes are all that is needed.
The large boxes which hold underwear
at the department stores are the best
and most durable. Failing these, use
those sent out by the coat and suit
houses. Have one for hat trimmings.
one for hosiery, gloves and such small
articles, one for shirtwaists or fancy
for underwear. and still another for
shoes and slippers. Old pillow cases
make good parasol wrappers.
Each person in the family should have
a set of these boxes, each box being
carefully marked as to its contents. They
will not occupy as much space you
fear. II YOU do not have an attic in
which to store them, the boxes may be
put on a shelf in the closet. or they may
be placed in two stacks on the floor. They
take up far less room than do the Slip
soiled summer gowns hanging from
crowded pegs, and parasols tumbling in
the corners.
Always Useful.
These boxes are as useful for winter
as for summer clothing. When the sum-
mer things have had their last days
wear, one days work for each member
of your family will suffice to carefully
pack away his or her clothes.
The first essential is to have the cloth
ing clean. Starched clothes should be
washed, rinsed, and rough dried. Clothes
laid away starched turn yellow and do
not wear well. Go over each article
carefully and mend each tear. Replace
each lost button and darn each stocking.
Gloves should be cleaned, or, if they be
silk, washed and mended, and then care
fully folded away in tissue paper. Never
roll them. Any frayed hens on dresses
should be turned up or carefully faced.
Worn places about the necks OF shirt
waists may be covered with yokes or in
sertion set in. Those badly worn may be
put in the sewing basket to make over
into guimpes for the small daughter or
into corset covers for yourself. All little
folks dresses that you are sure will be
too short another season should have
the tucks let out or hens let down. Find
4 facing and pin this to each little gown,
ready for the few moments work in the
spring when you learn how much the lit
tie owners have grown during the win
ter.
The Washington herald., 1913-09-01

One expects the wee girl to look up to
her mother and to follow her steps pretty
closely. and it is quite natural TO see her
following the mother-way long after ma
ture years are reached. II is pretty. and
a mother has a right to be proud when
it happens.
Perhaps it is a bit too much TO expect
so much between mothers and sons ard
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1913-01-15
HOW TO MAKE POTATO BAGS
Detachable Dish That 10 PREPARED
With Grated Potatoes and Chop
ped Salt Pork.

Crate five or six large potatoes. Add
three tablespoonful of milk, four ia.
blespoonfuls Of -four, and threefourths
cup raisins.
Have ready one-half pound salt
pork; cut up In pieces about the size
OF lima bean; also a kettle of boil.
Ing water and two small bags: salt
bags do very well. Wet the bags In
cold water, then put into them, first
thin layer Of the potato dough, then
about six or seven pieces of the salt
pork, which press down a little into
the dough. Half fill the bags in this
way, finishing with a layer of the
dough. The bags must not be more
than half full, az space must be al.
lowed for the dough to swell. Tie the
tops Of the bags securely and put them
Into the boiling water and cook two
hours. Care must be taken that the
boys do not stick to the bottom of the
kettle.
At the end Of this time remove the
bag from the water and allow them
to cool slightly, then strip from the
loaf
Cut the loaf in thin slices and fry
brown. This makes a delicious break.
fast dish.
The recipe just as It is makes
enough Tor seven or eight persons.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1913-01-15
PECULIAR CHARM OF FRANCE
More Restfui Than Other Countries.
10 the Reason Given by Dis
tInoulShed Writers.

IL II impossible for anyone who
knows France. and has felt the charm
or, the country and its people-and
who has MOTTO approach French
problems in . severely critical spirit.
The beautiful cities. the broad
stretches Of wonderful Corot land
Scape threaded by marvellous roads,
form the playground Of travellers from
other lands. No matter what is
sought, there 1t can be found. The
gay life OF the streets, the opportunity
Tor the spending of money for beauti-
tul things, the charm Of art and mu-
sic. are offered to the guest Of Paris.
Those who seek the quiet and freedom
OF plain or forest have not far to 20,
and thousand places, each seeming
more attractive than the other, make
their appeal for a longer stay than
the visitor can afford. ..
The greatness Of France is of 80 re-
cent date that one forgets 1t is not
more distant. The whole country
gtVes the impression Of a quiet back
water where one can put In for rest
and enjoyment, and without discom-
Tort watch the turgid stream Of life in
other lands as 1t rushes by. No other
country suggests this feeling in such
. compelling way; yet In these push.
Ing times OF modern material prog
Sress 1t Is all counted as against her
success In the international struggle
for the trade Of the world, that prize
which costs annually more blood and
money than did the final political dis.
memberment of Europe.-James Dav.
export Whelpley In the Century.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1913-01-15
BEST OF ALL SHoaTCAKEs
How Luscious Dessert Should Be Pre-.
pared for the Table to Be at
lite Best.

Best served warm and do not fill
until ready TO serve. Split cake, lay
top inverted on plate. hll with
fresh or canned sliced peaches. well
seasoned apple sauce, or best of all.
with crushed or sliced Strawberries.
Fruit should BIO literally sugared
When center is we'll filled place
the top layer on, cover with fruit
and serve with cream.
Ingredients: Two cupfuls of sifteI
pastry -four, two teaspoonfuls Of ba-
king powder, three tablespoonfuls Of
butter, two tablespoonfuls OF butter,
two tablespoonfuls Of sugar, one egg
and three-quarters cupful Of milk.
Method: Sift salt and baking pow.
der into -four after It has been sifted
once and measured. Cream, but er.
sugar and egg until light. Into this gen.
ly stir the milk and flour, alternating
(do not beat, just stir lightly, then
pour into creased layer cake tin
Bake in brisk oven. then split and
prepare with the fruit as directed in
foregoing recipe.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1913-01-15
Tho HrIuht Side.

AEernon Daingerfleld went back
last summer to his old home in Ken.
lucky on a visit. He had feshened
mp considerably.
The old negro cook, a family ser.
YAnt Of many years standing, was
brought In to see him.
-, Don't you think Mr.. Algy has
Grown very stout7" asked one Of the
family. ,........... .. ..,.. ,
"wellum," said the old woman, he
II took on = right smart heshiness
and that's fact" Then she hastily
added. But q stomach dat sticks out
like his do In Jess made fur shown
o. q watch chain. "-Baturday Eve
ming Post
e'itIsh Cows Which Eat Fish.
q, Dried coalfish, unsalted, ia eaten by
the Inhabitants of the Farce islands
(between Shetland and Iceland) OF
their cows, says a consular report
The fish, which is of the cod tyne. Is
considered good for COWS, az It en-.
ables them, 1t ia stated, to yield an
ample supply Of rich milk. The dried
fish Is not cooked before being eaten f;
1t Is merely laid on stones and then
pounded with stones or hammers.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1913-01-15
Had Better knowledge.

Lord Dufferin delivered an address
before the Greek class Of the McGill
University, about which a reporter
wrote: His lordship spoke to the
class In the purest ancient Greek.
without mispronouncing a word or
making the slightest grammatical
solecism." Good heavens!" re.
marked Sir Hector Langevin TO the
late Sir John A. Mcdonald, how did
The reporter know that?" 81 told
him." was the conservative states.
mans answer. But you don't know
Greek" True, but know little
about politics."
The Idaho Republican. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1904-1932, 1913-08-15

of Audubon societies, who has been
making a hard fight for bird protec-
ton. 1T has been proven many times
that wild birds are natures check
against insect pests. AS these wild
birds are killed off, vast armies Of in
sects are taking their places. Not
only have a number of species of
highly plumaged birds in the United
States been on the verge of extermin-
alton, but many are practically gone
in different parts of the world, mere
ly to satisfy the demands of the mil
linery market"
When this amendment passed the
house, a powerful lobby was organ
lied among the wholesale milliners
in various parts of the country. Two
firms of New Yok lawyers were en-
ployed. So aggressive has been the
campaign that the amendment which
gave protection to the wild birds has
been defeated by the finance commit
tee of the United States senate, al
though one would would think this
shoul carry from a humane stand
point.
The three senators who have stood
by the wholesale milliners in their
fight to continue the slaughter of
wild birds have been Hoke Smith, of
Georgia, William Hughes, of New
York, and Charles A. Johnson, of
Maine. These gentlemen were on
subcommittee of the senate commit
tee of finance to which the matter was
referred. They rendered favorable
report and their report was ratified in
a caucus of Democrats which has just
been held, so, when the tariff bill pas