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Evening star., 1913-04-06
SEWING ROOM HINTS

stitching. for it mats and sinks into tho
fabric when laundered. Instead, use NO.
12 cotton thread 1t will always look neat
when laundered. and is much more dur
able
Use buttonhole scissors set at the size
of the scallop when cutting out an en-
broidered edge and you will not be In
danger Of cutting into the buttonholing.
If the thread breaks when sewing upon
heavy linen, rub the back of the cloth
with white soap, and you will have no
more difficulty; also keep in mind while
working with colored silks not to dampen
the ends of the threads in your mouth
before trying to thread the needle. The
silks are colored with poisonous matter.
and quite often persons have Suffered
intensely from poison contracted in this
manner Dampen the fingertips and twist
the thread.
To transfer embroidery patterns place
a sheet of carbon paper on a smooth sur
faces> carbon side up. Then place tho
goods to be embroidered right side next
to the carbon Now lay your pattern on
the goods and pin it securely to the
goods only, leaving the carbon paper
free You may now go over the pattern
with pencil. as usual and at any time
in the proceedings you may lift the pat
tern and goods together and see that
you left out none of the design. and there
is no danger of disarranging the pattern
and marring your design. If you have no
carbon paper embroidery designs may be
transferred to thin linen by placing over
the window pane. Pin the pattern and
the cloth together, tack them firmly 10
the window frame, and draw over the
outlines with lead pencil which is hard
enough to follow the lines easily and neat
ly. BY using a magnifying glass patterns
illustrated in magazines may be easily
copied. especially those In Irish crochet
or cross stitch. The stitches may be very
easily counted without straining the eyes.
pretty and convenient portfolio for
the reception of paper patterns may be
made from two pieces Of stiff cardboard,
twelve by twenty inches. covered with
attractive wall paper or cretonne. ana
fastened together with wire rings, which
may be bought at book store.
Evening star., 1913-04-06
CIeverIy Made Belts.

9 AVE old kid gloves In long lengths.
- for they may be cleaned and utilized
for belts. Where there is q seam. cover
1t with a cabochon or a seton medallion.
firmly stitched in place. A collection OF
dainty belts made by one ingenious girl
contained the following: One p.nk-tan
cut from q pair of elbow length gloves.
hemmed on each side. with a medallion
shaped gold buckle at the front; one OF
green satin instead of kid, one fancy
linen and one OF amethyst leather.
Evening star., 1913-04-06
Irish Crochet in C0IorS.

THE new Irish crochet, printed in coll
ors. strongly resembles the Bulgar-
ian designs. Bands OF this trimming are
used as bordering ON thin crepons and
voiles. Colored voiles. such as cham
pagne. pale gray. rose pink, etc, are
trimmed with bands of all-white Irish
crochet while all-white voiles and ere
pons are trimmed with the Irish crochet
In color.
Evening star., 1913-04-06
Timely Hint on Starching.

TN families where there are number of
! children it necessarily follows that
there are many little dresses to be
starched. II you add teaspoonful Of
powdered borax to cold starch you will
And that YOU will need less starch and an
added stiffness will be given to linens.
lawns cottons, cambrics and ginghams.
small quantity Of corn -four mixed
smoothly with cold water is an excellent
starch for laces and muslins.
Evening star., 1913-04-06
Baby's Bath Gowns.

OATH GOWNS for babies are made by
- crippled children and sold for So.
They are we'll made, Of durable material
and are both sensible and attractive.
They are made of Turkish toweling with
embroidered collars and cuffs OF fine
pique. The toweling and pique are all
white, and the embroidery Is done in
blue.
Evening star., 1913-04-06
Preparations for Moving Day.

no not begin to tear up month De-
fore moving day, nor yet leave II
until the last day. Neither way is
right or comfortable. In the case OF the
former every one is disconnected so long
beforehand, and in the case OF the latter
the hurried packing is a detriment to the
condition of the household goods. much
damage being done.
A little thought and a look around the
house will disclose many of the belong
ings that are not in general use. F'or
instance, stuff in the pantry, in the store
room, superabundant grocery supplies,
temporarily discarded clothing. superflu-
GUS ornaments, company porcelain and
glassware books, music and thousand
other things, all of which can be dis
lodged without destroying the appearance
of the house while those abiding In the
same will not be the wiser for 1t. Weed
out and dispose of unnecessary possess
sons that some one else may De sidu
to make use of. Pack unused clothine
into boxes and mark the contents on
each box Books. pictures and orna-
ments are best packed in rather small
boxes that are easy TO nanoIe: HaNe
carpets, rugs or mating cleaned. roieo
and tied.
For packing kitchen utensils. jars OF
fruit, ETC., tubs are good, for they have
handles. Be careful not to have anything
extend higher than the sides of the tub
or heavy articles set on top that might
cause a smash. Barrels are best for the
fine china and glassware. When pack
ing breakables remember that every ar
ticle must be prepared so that none OF
its surface is left exposed to pressure
without support. so stuff all hollow ar
ticles as full as possible. surround all
handles, stems, etc, by padding SO thick
| that the article becomes as nearly as
one can make 1t, solid ball. Cups and
glasses should not be slipped inside eacn
other unless we'll covered with paodlng.
Plates and saucers may be made In piie
| with stuffing between them and the
whole made solid by bands OF muslin
wound round them. Excelsior and news
naners are good packing material, put
often kitchen towels. holders. underwear,
etc NAV be used to steady Things and
get themselves transported at the same
| time. .,,,,, 49,,
Two days before moving day wiz sur
| flee for the general breaking up In an
| ordinary household and will give ample
time TO plan how It should be done with
view to condensing and safe packing.
The kitchen and dining room necesaties
should be SO packed that one can lay
hands on them on arrivai AZ tne new
place: also sheets, pillows. blankets, etc..
for the first nights rest. II Is in the
Anal packing that the housewife realizes
the benefit Of the plan Of packing lei
surely I, articles not in general use.
Use a plentiful supply of chloride of
Evening star., 1913-04-06

Use a plentiful supply of chloride OF
lime in the closets and cupboards Of the
house into which you are about to
move. While it can be used dry. 1t Is q
very good idea to pour boiling water
over q can Of 1t and allow the fumes to
Evening star., 1913-04-06
For the Beginner in Embroidery.

WHEN a girl first begins embroidery
" work she is likely to make many
mistakes. chief among which will be
small, tight stitches. Even stitches. with
thread loosely drawn, allows for shrink
age It Is not necessary to pad all pat
terms, though often padding emphasizes
a certain part of a design by bringing it
into stronger relief. Either the briar
stitch or the chain stitch may be en-
ployed in padding. They will be found
less tedious than solid padding.
Do not use long thread, as it gets
worn and breaks, and be sure to select
needle with an eye large enough to
allow the silk to pass through without
tearing. When the thread snarls. push
the needle along the thread until 1t
touches the goods. then smooth the
curled thread between thumb and fore
finger. Unless this is done the design
will be rough and have a drawn look.
If thread separates into single pieces Of
floss, discard it for a new piece, as there
Is no economy in saving a few inches
of floss. II your embroidery hoop slips.
try wrapping the smaller hoop with
piece Of yarn.
Il
When making eyelet embroidery. rub
white soap on the cloth before passing
the stiletto through it. That will give a
stiffness to the cloth which will enable
you to make a much better eyelet.
Steaming the floss is great help when
you have a considerable amount OF eye
let or buttonhole work to do. Do not
carry a thread from one eyelet to an
other. The thread will show through the
cloth after the piece is ironed. To pre-
vent the thread from tangling when
working French knots. twist the thread
around the needle one way for one knot
and the other way for the next knot
This will keep the thread straight.
Do not use glazed thread for feather
Evening star., 1913-04-06

OF WOMEN is BUSY MAKING THEM SPRING AND
I
HELP THE WOMAN WHO IS EXPERT WITH
FLOWERS
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
FIowered Chiffon Innings.

The prettiest coat lining of the mo-
ment is certain Powered ninon. For
some reason or another this has never
had a real run fer dresses. Powered
fabrics are apt to be little difficult,
not having enough of the subtle quail
tiles we sum up in the one word
"wearable." But as lining, only re-
vealed now and then lowered chiffons
have picturesque value not to be
overlooked or ignored, and especially
when chosen CAS-, of course, they
would be-, with view to the color
and texture of the material they are
to line.
A pink ninon with mauve flowers
lined coat of tilleul crepe de chine
seen the other day, and the scheme
was really nice. A little hint of
mauve broche embroidered some
where and worked in loose floss silk,
would be in keeping. For the soft,
caplike hat this hroche crepe de chine
Is admirable, the soft dome crowns.
which are flannel lined, being very
picturesque in it
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
u. S. Dentistry Abroad.

AN American at home, with OF
without toothache, is not much affect
ed by the sign, Painless Dentistry,
but at sight of it in foreign land he
thrills pleasurably," traveller said
Its lure is not professional Every
tooth in his head may be perfectly
sound. yet if stranded and homesick
he welcomes that sign because all
over Europe it is a sure Indication
that somewhere in the neighborhood
lives a citizen of the United States.
From the northernmost towns of Nor.
way and Sweden to the boundaries OF
Sahara the words Painless dentistry
are likely to hit you in the eye at the
most unexpected turning. Usually
they are followed or preceded by
American. but that qualifying term
10 entirely unnecessary"
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
MASSAGE Yourself.
trimmed

JUS before going to bed one night
each week slip into your room gown
and draw a chair before the basin
in your bathroom. Provide yourself
with a Turkish towel, a face towel,
an ordinary face cloth and face cream,
sit and begin operations.
First, apply the cleansing cream,
smearing it well in, removing what re-
mains on the surface with the soft
cloth. Then douse the face with very
warm water Cover the face with the
soft cloth and SIT back and rest while
it remains, from three a five minutes.
Remove it, and while the face is still
hot tram the cloth, rub In more
cream and cover with cloth dipped
in water as cold as it is possible to
have it. Allow this to remain few
minutes, then remove and wipe the
face gently, dust with rice powder,
and there you are, your skin feeling,
and perhaps looking, as fresh as that
of an infant Remember this treat
ment should not be taken oftener than
once a weekly but then regularly.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
LOW COLLARS WITH JABoTS
Idea of Fashion That Has Much to
Recommend II In Its Dainty APP
pearance.

Second in position to the low col
lars are low collars with jabots, says
the Dry Goods Economist. Many of
the styles that are taking the best,
bear marked resemblance to the low
Robespierres of the last season, but
this term was SO overdone then that
it is rarely heard now. The differ
ence, however, lies in the shaping of
the collar and the jabot. Some of the
most striking OF these low collars
with jabots have. the collar portion
with extremely deep shoulder points
and a fatty plated broad jabot. Many
of the best sellers are finished simply
with dainty hemstitching. Among
the favored materials for the collar
portion are plain and brocaded silk,
crepe de chine, voile, linen, crepe and
net. For the iabots, net and shadow
lace are liked. In some instances the
entire collar is made of the same ma
terial, the jabot portion being plated
and either helnstitched or lace
trimmed.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
Stanton Surveyed Him with Blank Non-Recosntion

But gradually the last traces of de-
Eninm faded out. Slowly his superb
health reasserted it's dominion and
brought Stanton back to normal life.
The fractured bones knit, the other
injuries healed.
He never spoke Floyd's name sec
onG time. Nor did any one mention it
to him. The head of the Mercury
Company came out from New York TO
see him and express cordial sympathy.
George, who had driven the Duplex TO
victory after the Mercury's wreck.
came TO visit him more than once, a
blonde, CHEEKY presence; as did the
driver of the machine on the bridge
who owned his own life to Stanton's
cool fearlessness and skill Mr..
Green brought his fussy condolences.
But none of them alluded to les
Floyd. There was curious constrairt
that marked them all. an air Of watch
fully keeping silent apon some SUBJ
ject constantly present in their minds.
Stanton looked them through end
through with his hollow blue blssck
eyes. and asked nothing
It was two months before he could
leave the hospital Winter had shut
in. raw and bleak The day fixed for
his departure. the doctor fingered In
bidding him good-by.
st have not wanted you to be wor-
ried Mr.. Stanton" he said bruskiy.
mot on any account. But from the
fact that your first question was 'jes
Floyd? ! imagine you feel some re
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
CARE OF TAILORED CLOTHES
Especially Important If Wearer Would
Get the Best Results for Money
Expended.

The value of taking proper care OF
tailored clothes is seldom fully real
lied, but it is really almost as impor-
tant as the proper cut. A tailored
suit should be thoroughly brushed as
soon as 1t is taken off, especially the
bottom of the skirt and the collar of
the coat. The coat should be put on
a padded hanger, which in turn
should be hung on a pole in the clos
ct, so that the garment will not come
in too close contact with anything
else. The skirt should be hung by
two tapes placed at each side of the
belt, or else clenched by trousers
hangers. In the latter case the waist
band of the skirt should be folded
in half and the hangers closed over
it.
Pressing and repairing are equally
important. A wrinkled suit is shorn
of its style, and one with loose skirt
braid. frayed edge or shabby lin.
ing Is beyond the pale. When more
than just a stitch is needed a small
tailor should be employed.
Such details as these are all-im
portant from an economical stand
point, as they preserve the suit and
give the well groomed air that is SC
essential to smartness.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
'7y1:ght 1917. The BoOSs- Merrill Company
SYNOPSIS.


At the beginning OF great automobile
race the mechanician of the Mercury.
Stanton's machine, drops dead. Strange
youth. Jesse Floyd, volunteers, and is s.c-
cepted In the rest during the twenty
four hour race Stanton meets stranger.
Miss Carlisle. who introduces herself. The
Mercury wins race. Stanton receives
bowers from Miss Carlisle, which he ig-
nores. Stanton meets Miss Carlisle on a
train. They alight to take walk. and
train leaves. Stanton and Miss Carlisle
follow in auto. Accident by which Stan
ton is hurt is mysterious. Floyd, at lunch
with Stanton, tells of his boyhood. Stan
ton again meets Miss Carlisle and they
dine together. Stanton comes to track
sick. but makes race. They have acct
dent. Floyd hurt. but not seriously. At
dinner Floyd tells Stanton of his twin
sister, Jessica. Stanton becomes very III
and loses consciousness. On recovery, at
his hotel Stanton receives invitation and
visits Jessica. They go to theater togeth-
er. and meet Miss Carlisle Stanton and
Floyd meet again and talk business.
They agree to operate automobile factory
as partners. Floyd becomes suspicious OF
Miss Carlisle. Stanton again visits Jes-
sica, and they become fast friends Stan
ton becomes suspicious of Miss Carlisle.
Just before important race tires needed
for Stanton's car are delayed. Floyd
traces the tires and brings them to camp.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17

Two views are given here of mid
summer hat, which is triumph Of
design for those occasions which only
summertime brings. For the garden
party, the hotel piazza, the open-air
tea, the park concert and all the rest
OF our warm weather functions, this
is an ideal bit of millinery.
The large shape (only modestly large
at that) has low round crown. Hemp
or chip hats answer for this model.
The crown is covered with white silk
crepe showing small rose and foliage
in natural colorings. The brim has
an overlap of white gross-grain ribbon
with picot edge.
The brim is caught up at the back
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
When BathIno Children.

Some children are tinid about ven
turing into a bathtub. Often the
fright comes from being plunged
bodily into water that is either too
cold or too hot Sometimes this
plunge is accidental One mother has
solved the problem by laying a large
Turkish towel in the tub and proyid-
Ing small stool on which the child
can sit part OF the time. This is CON
venient when q little girl Is having
her hair washed Instead of filling
the tub with water, put in bat a little.
The use of the bath towel to prevent
slipping is also suggested for elderly
persons, especially il you dosnot have
gum mat for this purpose.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17

sponsibility In that matter. May ask
where you are going?"
Before the spoken name Stanton
WINGED, but steadily met the others
inquisitive eyes.
ITO Miss Floyd" he responded.
The doctor held out a hearty hand.
Good, was sure of it! A patient
shows lot of his character to his
physician Good luck to you-all
kinds
How did he know of unprotected Jes-
sica Floyd? Stanton YEARLY pondered
the question as he descended to the
carriage. Or rather, how did he know
of Stanton's feeling of responsibility
toward her? The mechanician was
supposed to take his chance with the
driver. Perhaps delirium had revealed
the close bond of friendship between
Floyd and himself
At the railroad station, tall young
man approached him, as the train
whistled in the distance.
MY name is Richards" he an
nounced ditfidently You're hardly
on your feet yet, Mr.. Stanton; if there
is anything can do for you on the
trip into the city. I'd be glad.'
Stanton surveyed him with blank
non-recognition.
You don't remember me?" the
young man tried again. Have you
forgotten the cub reporter who fol-
lowed you on the afternoon you were
arrested for speeding your machine in
Pelham Parkway? You let your com,
panion give me the story"
Stanton put out his hand. the poign
ant memory uncomfortable.
Yes, yes What of it?"
1T gave me my start, it meant q
big life for me; and didn't forget It
I made the accounts of the accident al
the Cup race as easy for Miss Floyd
as could, when they came out. There
| was bound to be some sensational
ISM"
Thank you," Stanton made brief &C
acknowledgement There is nothing thai
you can do for me-
| The train was kissing at the plat
form, but the reporter pursued him
step farther.
You, you'll look after Miss Floyd
Mr. Stanton? That's sQuare?"
The driver turned an amazed resent
full glance upon his questioner, his
hand on the rail. But hardly aware
why, he answered, however glacially
Yes, sir"
The reporter beamed at him. radiant
81 knew it," he called, above thu
roar and clang of the starting train
/ IT knew it was all right"
A dull gray sky arched above ;
.snow-patched landscape, fiurries o
snow were in the harsh air. Stanton
sat with unseeing eyes directed GU
the window, chin in hand. much as h,
had found Floyd sitting in the west
bound train the night they started 70
Indianapolis. September sunlight, DC
tober crimson and gold, all gone.
A delicate fragrance drifted aroun,
him, there was the frou-frou OF sof
garments as some one took the sea
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17

slim arm crossed by the zigzag scar
gained at Lowell. He looked very
young and strangely grave, as the sun
light and tree,shadows fiickered back
and forth across his colorless face and
shining bronze waves of hair.
Floyd" Stanton articulated hoarse-
ly. Floyd"
The brook gurgled cheerfully, a be-
lated oriole flashed past a streak of
flame. Stanton's head sank back
down against his mechanician's inert
hand, and the world fell out of knowl.
edge.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
New Straw.

The shaded colorings that appear in
feather trimmings appear in the form
OF shaded straw. One beautiful hat is
shaded from the darkest and richest
shade Of purple through the tone
known as "dregs of wine.' up to the
palest pink lavender. The heavier
tones appear on the softly rolled
brim and the lighter tints on the
crown.
The ribbons and feathers that trim
this hat are shaded in like fashion,
London Daily Mirror.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17

and at the left SIDE A wreath of half
bloom roses, beautifully shaded ex-
tends about the crown and over the
brim following the line Of the head,
and disappearing. when the droop be-
gins at the back. A small ribbon
ornament made of two crushed loops
gives a finishing touch, which is re-
markedly original in mounting and al
together clever.
A parasol covered with the same
silk as that used in covering the
crown. is finished with the ribbon
used on the brim. It's handle is of
natural wood finished with heavy
white silk tassel. Isn't it pretty?
JULIA BOTTOMLEY.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
Hriohteoino the Hair.

To brighten blonde hair; add juice
of half lemon and one teaspoonful
OF salts OF tartar to the first water
OF the shampoo Rinse thoroughly,
Some people find about half a wine
glass OF light-colored ale, used in the
water once week. or every two
weeks. keeps the hair light.
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17
CHAPTER XII.

Jess.
1t was two weeks later when Ralph
Stanton first reopened conscious eyes,
this time upon the Immaculate dreari-
ness of a hospital room. A linen-clad
nurse stood beside him. and at the
foot of the bed was gentleman un-
mistakenly medical.
Better. Mr.. Stantcn?" Querled the
latter, breezily professional.
F1oyd?" Stanton whispered, with
difficulty Where is Jes Floyd"
The doctor surveyed him oddly. hes
itating. But the nurse stopped over
him, her expression altering TO impul-
sive compassion.
well, very WELL" she assured hasti-
ly. "Jes Floyd has gone home. Try
to rest: try not to think of things"
He had known the truth before he
asked the question. Stanton quietly
turned his face to the wall and faint
ed, being very weak.
In his next conscious interval, he
put another demand.
Miss Floyd? She is alive?"
Eyes. oh yes" the nurse heartily af-
firmed yes, indeed"
Once more Stanton turned to the
wall. Jessica had not died when Jea
did. then, according to her prediction;
the tie of kinship had not held so far.
She was in the little apartment, alone.
Later in the night his steady, silent
gaze drew the attendant to his side.
What is it? You are suffering
more?"
ASK her to stop singing" he
begged ct wasn't my fault. Ask her
to stop"
The nurse took a glass from the
table.
There is no one singing, Mr. Stan
ton, no one at all. Drink this
mo one? Not out there in the
dark"
mo"
He averted his gaze, and remained
mute, unprotesting. After that he
never lost memory again; not even
in sleep, for he dreamed. Day and
night, hour after hour, Jessicas mo.
notonous song beat through his sick
brain.
loft, in the Silly night"
s.w3.&
The Madisonian. (Richmond, Ky.) 1913-1914, 1913-06-17

facing him. Stanton looked up, and
saw Valerie Carlisle opposite. her
blond fairness framed in dark vel
vets and furs. her amber eyes regard
ing him from beneath the shadow of
her wide plumed hat
GRO BE coNTINUED3