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The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1913-12-26
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F. H. Rogers & Co.

larger, better equipped and more sub
stantial structure be provided, in order
that the work might be carried along
with uninterrupted progress. How to
raise the funds necessary has been the
problem.
And now comes Mr.. Calef, without
solicitation from the trustees and him
self not resident of Barre, with the
first offer toward proposition which
will make the fruition of the plans pos
sible. Though not a resident of Barre,
Mr.. Calef is interested in Barre and
Barre projects and he has quietly made
Investigations concerning the work and
the needs of the City hospital, by which
he is convinced of the merits of the in
stitution and of the fine chance for the
development of the work. He has of
fered one-fourth of sum, the total
subscription of which will make it pos
sible to begin the construction of the
building which is so much needed.
Therefore, when an outsider thus ex-
presses his confidence and his belief in
the City hospital, how much more should
the people of Barre and the more imme-
date environs of the city show their
appreciation by rallying to the support
of worthy institution
To show that appreciation, it is the
duty of every person in this vicinity to
support the project, to see that the other
$4,000 of the required sum is raised.
Let the people of Barre and surrounding
towns think what it would be to be
without the City hospital in this city;
let them stop to consider how they and
the leading industry of Washington
county would be handicapped were it
not for the advantages of immediate
facilities for treating disease and at
tending to accident cases; let them con-
slider whether they can afford to put a
stumbling block in the growth of a
great humanitarian project by failing
10 cooperate now, at once; ana, having
thus considered, they will realize that
they must not let this splendid offer of
Mr.. Calef pass. The Times hopes and
expects that the publicspiritedness OF
the people of Barre and vicinity will
cause them to begin at once the steps
to complete this subscription. 1t is not
the duty of any single group of people !;
it is the duty of one and all to contrib
ute what they can. 1t means much to
Barre to have one of the best hospitals
in the state. Don't let this matter pass
out of your minds.
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THE TERROR OF THE CRY OF
"FIRE."

Executing the catastrophe at Calumee'
Michigan, the Christmas festival OF iol'
seems to have been passed in the North
American continent with reasonable
measure of safety to the participants
OF course, there were many minor out
breaks due to the relaxation OF the feel
inc of personal responsibility, reiaXa-
ton traceable to the freedom OF hoii-
dav season; but as for accidents ana
calamities peculiar to the Christmas sea-
sop there seems to have been lar less
than usual. For which comparative san
ity there is cause for great satisfaction
Doubtless much of the sanity OF ceie-
hro t;ons Is the outcome of the warnings
which previous terrible consequences
have given, brought to mind anew by
the efforts Of the newspapers and pub
lie officers.
However. there was one form OF ca
tastrophe against which human warning
did not avail. 1t was the panic OF a
crowd of people at the cry OF Fire, no
matter whether the cry proved ground
less or not. Such was the case at Caiu-
met ON Wednesday night. A mental
and moral pervert thrust his head INTO
a room where there were gathered hun
dreds of men. women and children in
glad Christmas celebration and, loudly
bawling "Fire," sent the unsuspecting
throng into a fury of fright. The re-
suits are told in the news columns, how
human beings piled themselves like cord
wood at the exits of the hall until the
breath of life was forced out OF their
bodies by the increasing weight OF their
fellows. 1t was terrible thing, and
the more terrible because most OF the
victims were defenseless children, weak,
puny. and not matured in mind. Would
that the curtain of the disaster might
be drawn to shut out the agony of the
scene But after all it is better that
the public should read Of the details,
in order that it may fortify itself
against repetition of the terrible enact
ment at Calumet As they read OF the
wild, futile efforts of the human beings
caught in that trap, let them consider
what they would do in such an emer-
gency. Let them resolve if ever such
contingency should come to them that
they will hold themselves in restraint
for brief moment to consider whether
there is real danger. Oftentimes-most
frequently, perhaps--there is no real or
immediate danger. There was none IN
the case at Calumet; there were no
signs whatever of fire, not even curling
spirals of smoke. The majority OF re-
suits give proof positive that the best
way in such an emergency is to think
for moment or two and then act, if
necessary.
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A GENEROUS OFFER: BARRE'S
DUTY TO MEET IT.

The generous offer of Ira C. Calef to
contribute $4,000 to a $4,000 building
fund of the Barre City hospital comes
at time when the institution is Just
in a position to branch out from a some
what restricted field of usefulness into
a broad field of influence in medicine
and surgery; and, therefore, it comes
at time to give a great measure OF
encouragement to the people of Barre
and vicinity to make the City hospital
such an institution as the growing needs
of the section demand. At present the
hospital is small and the building, re-
modelled from private house, is not
thoroughly adapted to- its work. For a
long time the demands on the institu.
ton have been beyond its ability to
meet because of the lack of room and
of the finer details of hospital construc-
ton; and, realizing that fact, the trus-
tees had caused plans to be drawn up
for building to suit more nearly the
growing needs of Barre and vicinity and
to keep pace with the increasing pres
tige of the City hospital. They realized
that it was necessary, imperatively, that
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1913-12-26

trees were relieved OF their heavy loads
at the conclusion Of the exercises. Two
Of the Younger men acted in the Santa
Claus roles and brought JOY to every
child in the school, A committee con
sisting OF the pastor and the Sunday
school had charge of the exercises.
A Pleasing Observance.
The North Barre Methodist Sunday
school held their annual Christmas con-
cert Wednesday evening at the chapel.
A very large attendance marked the
success of the entertainment. The fol-
lowing program was given: Song, GLORY
in the Highest" by the school; respon-
siye reading; prayer; Christmas Wei
COME Helen Rossi; song by the girls,
"Send Out Thy Message; recitation,
Elisio Month; primary songs, Merry
Christmas" and away in the Manager;
recitation. Charlie Watt; Here's to the
King" Lena Calcagni; Adele Monti and
Tena Righino; song, "Hark, the Music
Swels." by the school; Let the Bells
Ring Out the JOY" Tally Watt and
Laura Bottigi; song, 80 Sweet Peace,
Sweet" by the choir; Christ Tide, An
gelina Negretti violin solo, Edith Ca
rusi; song, "Joy Bells" small boys;
song, Mary Bottigi and Estrina Bianchi
recitation, Lawrence Rossi; "No Room
at the Inn," Chrissie Watt; song, Hail
to the King" by the ehoirj "A Tele-
phone Message" Ida Bianehi; duet,
''BethIehem Skies" Nellie Scampini and
Adeline Frattini; song, "Joy to the
World" by the school. The choir pre-
sented the Deaconess' home two sections
of a sectional bookcase and the d. c. V.
club presented the school supplies for
the first quarter of 1914.
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YULETIDE JOY
WIDESPREAD
Continued from first page,)

| tIOuLllueu from HIsb puget
Claus was sadly absent, but young
hearts speedily forgot his absence as
the trees began to shed their accumula-
tion of toys, etc.
The vestry was attractively decorat-
ed and special effort was made to Gre
ate a charming effect with the Christ
mas trees. The attendance was one OF
the largest in years. In charge OF the
program was Mrs. William Mackay, who
in turn was assisted by several OF the
ladies in carrying out the exercises, az
well as decorating the interior.
Children Made Happy.
Between 400 and 500 children gathered
in the Knights of Columbus hall in
the Scampini building at 3 o'clock yes
terday afternoon to attend the Christ
mas tree celebration for the attendants
of the Sunday school classes of st. Mon
ica's church. The celebration was UNI
der the supervision of the Sisters OF
Mercy of the Convent of the Sacred
Heart and no stones were left unturnel
to make the event big success. The
hall presented favorable appearance
embellished in Yuletide decorations,
which consisted of holly wreaths, ever
green ropings and red Christmas bells.
In sections oil the hall Christmas trees
were laden with gifts for the children.
All in all, the trees logged with glitter
ing tinsel and frosty lights made a
scene of beauty and splendor.
An enjoyable program prefaced the
presentation of gifts to the children.
The opening number of the program was
march, "Charge of the Uhlans," Misses
Mildred McGue and Eva Marin. The
Christmas hymn, "Adeste Fideles," was
sung by the entire body of children.
Cyril Marion accompanied at the piano.
John Jordon won attention with decla-
nation on "The Democracy of Christ
mas" Other numbers on the program
were a piano solo by Cyril Marion; a
duet with chorus, "Christmas Il the
Best Time accompanied by Miss Rosa
mond Mackie; chorus, "Joy Bells of
Christmas accompanist, Dante Vale.
The entertainment was brought to a
close with a farce, entitled Rehearsal
for the Christmas Tree" The farce was
an hilarious affair and proved source
of laughter for the little children. The
personnel of the farce was drawn from
the corps of Sunday school teachers.
The distribution of gifts followed in
the wake of the final number of the
program. d. J. Sullivan acted efficiently
as Santa Claus. The gifts comprised
prayer books, reading books, prayer
beads, candy bags, fir bags and numer-
GUS other little articles. After the dis
trbution of gifts, Rev. P NJ. McKenna
addressed the children briefly on the OBJ
ject of the Christmas tree and its sig
nifcance in connection with the observ-
ance of the feast OF Christmas.
Three Masses at ST. Monica's.
Christmas day was duly observed yes
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1913-12-26
Air Castles Are Made

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of life insurance, and what better can
you ask than TO have your dreams come
true? National Life ms. Co., of VT.
(MutuaL) S. S. Ballard, general agent,
Lawrence building, Montpelier, VT.
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,Js DFY Jtsr G-RlSTNN/
Santa Claus has de-
parted and left some
choice things on our
hands-fur gloves for
one thing.
Now in order to close
out all our Christmas
specials at once we will
make you an attractive
proposition-pay three
fourths of the price. See
this list:
Smoking Jackets.
Bath Robes.
Mufflers.
Silk Handkerchief.
% Boys Sweaters.
10 dozen Neckwear.
All at one-fourth off
the regular price.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16

toilette perfectly successful. We will
also perhaps have the joy of seeing the
dressmakers designing a personal toilette
for each of their customers without re-
peating an incalculable number of ex-
amples of a certain model.
1t is very difficult to succeed n such
a delicate matter as a draped skirt. The
slightest change in the lines may make
them either delicious or ridiculous, ac-
cording to whether they have or have not
been made to fittingly translate the femi-
nine "aesthetique."
At the present time We should not be
surprised to see even famous painters and
sculptors put their fingers in the fashion
pie by creating some models for the woman
Of taste who pushes the art of elegance to
q very fine point. The amateur likes to
surround himself with everything which
has real artistic value, and one will be
able to have furniture, pictures, jewels and
even silverware signed by such and such
an artist of note. Why should one not
also have dresses signed by some of the
most valued and competent artists? II a
woman of fashion should ask a famous
painter to design her dress which would
harmonize wit her personality, there is
no doubt that she would have very in
teresting result and who can say that u
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with serpents made of spangles OF jet or
metallic sequins in iridescent colorinss
Stockings the shade of the dress are worn
quite as often as those the color OF the
shoe
Shoes share with stockings a prominent
place in fashion this season. Even these
are trimmed-that is to say, afternoon ana
evening shoes show narrow borders OF
different colored kid, or contrasting heels
and tie ribbons French heels have come
in again; indeed, one sees already little
else. Contrasting topped boots are worn
with tailored suits-the lower part OF pat
ent leather, the upper part Of kid, otto
man silk or suede. White buckskin high
shoes are both laced and buttoned, and
the perfora tions along the edges serve a.
decorations. Bronze shoes, both high and
low, with and without fancy tops, are
again correct for afternoon and evening.
The buckles are more elaborate that ever;
butterflies and love knots serve as motifs,
as well as intricate geometrical designs
all carried out in strass.
Mantle wraps are to be the inevitable
accompaniment of afternoon gowns. A
large choice is to be had, considering the
newness of the fashion. Made of every
material hom she filmiest fabric to ths
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16
Hints for Travellers.

THERE is nothing new in the luxurious
ness Of travelling accessories. for the
silver fitted, richly lined dressing
bag that is such a complete inconvenienes
in travelling is still with US. But In its
for presentation purposes.
when the sentiments OF the donors rather
than the pleasure Of the recipient seem to
be concerned-we have now such admirable
substitutes as the motor bag and the folded
case, both of which appear to be perfectly
flat, though in reality they are fitted with
brushes, soap. toothbrush and powder
cases, TASKS for perfume and complete
manicure sets, the whole thing being 30
neat and compact, however. that the case
can be packed without any trouble in any
ordinary handbag. The new flat brushes
are arranged in dressing case sets. both
for ladies and gentlemen; they are en-
tirely practical and yet SO small and neat
that they can be slipped into the pocket.
Besides, considering their quality. they
nave the added merit Of being cheap.
A novelty of the season Is the suede COW
ered travelling cushion made with an inside
bag to hold requisites for a long railway
with an outside pocket for books
and papers. The traveller breaking the
tourney for the night only could carry
nightdress and toilet accessories In this
bag cushion. leaving luggage to come q e
its leisure.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16
Helps on Beauty Culture.

n OW many women past middls age
III appreciate the fact that gray hair.
properly cared for and becomingiy
dressed. is most becoming?
Because there are a largo number Of
women who look upon the first sprinkling
of gray hair as a mark OF encroaching
age. spending hours before the mirror
anxiously examining their eoiffures for
the first signs OF the dreaded telltales Of
time. any precautions looking toward the
preservation Of the original color are glad
ly welcomed.
Those who have Travelled IN countries
where the native women use large guam
titles OF oil to beautify their hair have
been amazed at the almost complete ab-
sencs OF gray hair. even on the heads Of
the oldest women. II must then be SUP
posed that oils are valuable in the war
against gray hair.
Scalp specialists admit that there Il
much truth in this theory Of the pressr.
vation of hair coIors by the use of pure
oils. A lack of natural oils In the scalp
causes the hair to become dry and brittle.
and the vigor Of the roots is destroyed.
The chief objection to the use Of oils on
the scalp is that they cause the hair to
become greasy, stringy and unsightfy.
This may be overcome by q careful appn-
cation. parting the hair and applying the
oil directly to the scalp. The great trouble
is that too much oil Is applied at . time.
HaH the amount generally used Is suf-
ficient. since the heat of the scalp causes
it to spread. especially If the application
Is followed by a gentle massage.
II you do not care to use vaseline-or q
greasy tonic, a good plan is to thoroughly
saturate the scalp the evening before you
plan to have a shampoo.
Many scalp specialists advise rubbi
the hair with crude oil Do not use
much In order to prevent the bed cloti
from becoming saturated. tie up the head
in a towel and use an old pillow.
There is a second ard important advan-
tage in the use OF crude oil. 1t keeps the
scalp free Of dandruff II used with dts-
cretion- Avoid dry shampoos and beware
precautions against headaches which rack
the nerves and in many cases bring on
|prematureiy gray hair.
In families where gray hair is the rule
extra care must be taken II the color u
to be retained. In this case. as In most
others. the old rule about an ounce Of
prevention being worth a pound Of cure 10
one to remember and follow in the beauty
search
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though in reality it will remain quite mar
row."
Nine. Premet also was oblisingly ready
to be interviewed on the subject. The
following notes were furnished to . cor,
respondent by this artist in dress.-"The
feminine silhouette will vary very little.
Long slender supple lines will be pre-
served. The foundation skirt will con-
tinue to be narrow and will be draped
with light materials, such as mousseline
and crepon. To sum up, drapery will
be still used great deal, but without
the outline heavy and still pre-
serving its suppleness. As to the form,
it will undergo to a certain extent the in
Huence Of the Balkan events Persian
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16
Indications Of Coming Fashions.

PARIS. Saturday.
The sanctuary of the dressmaking es-
tablishment is still being jealousy
guarded against the indiscretions of the
journalists, and yet one is able to gather
some information which permits of few
predictions as to what will be the fash
ion Of tomorrow.
The master dressmaker Worth, for ex-
ample, gave the following indications
for the coming seasonS"There will be
no radical change in the general lines of
the feminine toilette. The materials used
will continue to be very soft; crepons,
fancy crepes and plain crepes will be very
popular. Draped skirts will continue to
be worn. but on the skirts the drapery
will be raised n front and the lower part
of ta skirt viii appear less tight al
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16

shoes and stockings. Ankles are so much
exposed to view that hosiery, from being
of plain silken weave of various thickness,
has become once more decorative. Boot
top stockings with flesh or vivid colored
tops, others with drop stitch stripes-the
dainty kind with insets of real lace on the
instep or hand embroidered motifs-give
this accessory 4 prominent place in the
feminine wardrobe.
There are fanciful stockings also; for in
stance. the large meshed fish net weave
kind that are worn over flesh pink silk
stockings. These are not exactly new, but
they are now combined with beads-that
is. little bead is caught in every knot of
the silk-which gives quite a dazzling ef-
feet. Then there'are the stockings sewn
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16

matelasse weaves, they are all on loose
flowing lines that make them easy to slip
on and off. Flowered taffeta silks, char
meuse. brocaded weaves and faille silks
are all good materials for these afternoon
wraps or mantle wraps. In evening wraps
the same general dolman lines as last sea-
sons prevail 80 far. In athletic coats the
sweater has undergone considerable
change. The tricot weave is retained. but
ratine is also introduced in the very loose,
woolly meshes. In the knitted ones COM
binations of colors are noticeable, bright
collars. cuffs and belts, and q tailored
touch is given BY the arrangement of the
seams.
Steamer coats made Of a new wide cor
duroylike weave. called tuyeau d'orgue,
are made up in white and beige. as well
as In the darker colors. One of the best sar-
torial examples of these has a wide flat
belt stitched to the garment and placed
so high that it becomes part Of the kimono
sleeve. 1t buttons in double breasted
fashion up TO the neck, where a bright
red cloth bias band extends beyond and
makes a standing collar A small round
caplike hat Of red straw, with rolling
brim Of white straw, was worn with this
model.
Afternoon dresses have shown 80 far
no startling change from those of late
winter. The canton crepes. plain and fig
ured, replace the favorite charmeuse and
crepe meteors in the fabrics, and some
glace moire poplins and bengalines are seen.
The silk crepes promise to be the real ma
terial novelty. and it must be admitted
that as a decorative material they cannot
be surpassed. Draped skirts include the
soft pleatinss described in afternoon tai.
lored suits. and . new flat drapery, with
a fold turning downward instead of up.
The corsage i generally soft and simple
in line, white net fuckers and under
sleeves give q tightening touch, and the
sashes, which are as much of a style note
On afternoon gowns as on suits and morn
ing dresses, lend the vividness of their
coloring and the elegance of their ma
terial
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16
No. z, Back View Of No. ].

this refinement of luxury should come to
be appreciated by the society woman We
shall not see these same artists seeking to
give new inspirations to the designing Of
stuffs and the combination Of colors?
Certainly the dressmakers are often
artists themselves. But they need to know
the theory Of their business, and some
times they are obliged to have a more
practical conception and different imas-
ination from those who have only studied
woman for the harmony of her proper
tions and for the artistic ideal which may
be discovered in her. Who knows II the
Partisan fashions of tomorrow will not be
inspired in this way. which would neces-
sarily create an aristocracy of elegant
dress?
The Washington herald., 1913-03-16

One of the plays which have the surest
success in Paris is that played at the
theatre 'of fashion twice a year, in the
early spring and autumn. No woman re-
mains Indifferent to the creations that
are revealed there by so many different
authors and varied talents. The papers
and journals write their ''avant pre-
mieres" just as they do for an unpublished
play, and these articles are always much
priced for the indiscretions and prophe-
cies to be found in them.
For some days, however, the curtain
has risen ON this sensational play and if
all the world has not yet been admitted
to gloat over the details, the buyers all
know them, and their purchases are al
ready half made. From sundry whispers
we gather that the fashions are very
piquant and very feminine, with pro-
vokinx note of impertinence in certain
toilettes, a good deal of liberty in others,
yet their lines are more studied and skill
full than ever.
A number Of the foreign buyers are
charmed to be able to report that the
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'dressmakers have made an appreciable ef-
fort to emerge from the banale and the
'dejA w." and that their creations have
this season the immense advantage of ac-
centuatins the hall mark Of the best
houses by a skilful art, which the cheap
garment will never initiate.
The little straight. simple dresses had
their charm and their Juvenile grace. but
one saw them more or less everywhere.
and the effect was not always very differ
ent. at the first glance, between a dress
bearing the name of a great dressmaker
and another copied for very small sum.
The use of costly stuffs and the art and
science of the cut and of the drapery are
such that only the best houses can make