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The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1914-12-19

meeting will be with Mrs. Chas
gramm, Friday. Dec. 18th.
The choir of the Second Bip.
tist Church mt with the follow
ing members as host and hostess:
Miss Margaret Dewitt, Jessie
Allen, Macon urders, Ches
tene Mason. Carl Spencer and
Arthur Cooper. The mem ers
were entertained in the church
parlors at their regular BUSH ess
meeting Refreshments were
served.
The revivaIs at the Second
Baptist Church closed Sunday
night after two weeks meet
ing The meeting was in charge
of Rev. w. W Russell of Topeka
Kans,
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1914-12-19
MATRIMONIAL
NASBY-SEALS

A very pretty home wedding
took place Wednesday evening at
6 p m. at the residence of Mr..
ard Mrs. Charles Sharp when
Miss Eunacs Seals OF Louisville,
Ia, became the bride of Mr..
Henry Eugene Nasty OF this
city. The house was beautifully
decorated in The bride S coors,
yellow and white. Before the
bride appeared Prof. Thomas
Waggoner sang 'Oh. Promise
Me-" after VIII CHI the VIZ dding
march from Lohengrin was
played The bride came in from
the east ON, was met at the
door by the groom. The cere-
mony was performed by Rev. H.
H. Dewitt, pastor of The Second
Baptist Church. The bride was
alfred in We low satin. draped in
cream shadow lace snd wore a
rose in her hair. After the Ger
emory was performed and con-
CALCULATIONS received the bride
changed from her wedding gown
and wore baby blue velvet suit
trimmed with gold braid made
with cape effect, after which the
party were taken to M SIS Robin.
sons Cafeteria where wedding
supper was served.
Mr.. Nasty is the son of Mr..
and Mrs. Augustus Nasty and
has always made Jacksonville his
home. He is member of the
local Negro Business League and
of The Second Baptist Choir.
Mrs. Nasty came to the city
few months ago and took nurse
training at DR.. Kennie brew's
Sanitarium.
For the present they will re.
side at $50 W. Lafayette Av nue..
We extend to them an abundance
of success.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1914-12-19

for not patronizing their bust
ness nor do we believe that the
Gem Drug Co. is responsible for
this undigni6ed attack upon DR..
Ford. Rather do we ascribe it
to the petty personal animus
of the real proprietor of the In
dustrial Journal who resorts to
this unfair and unjournalistic
of striking at one for
woom he has a personal dislike
Respectfully,
FAIR PLAY.
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1914-12-19

ing young women of the race
in this city.
The attitude of dignihed silence
maintained by the Junior Ben
edictos who have been assailed
repeatedly in the columns of
this paper, will no doubt be the
attitude of Drs. Ford and Nc
Cracker but the friends of these
gentlemen will resent these
spiteful and unwarranted at
tacks upon them.
The Gem Drug Co, has been
put in a most Il enviable light
of assailing through the med
ium of this nasty sheet one,
who in the course of his years
of life in this city has proven
himself to be thoroughly imbued
with a high sense of race pride
and loyalty and who has con-
tributed literally toward the
support of all the races activi-
ties in religious, cultural and
charitable affairs l refer to Dr.
N. B. Ford.
l have every reason to believe
that the names OF persons used
in the article denunciatory of
DR., Ford were used without
their previous knowledge and
consent. One man whose wite's
name was used therein having
cornered the Editor and Gen'l
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1914-12-19
JACKSONVILLE
by Nellie Early)

Frank Mallory entertained a
few friends at stag par y Wed
nesday evening. All enjoyed a
pleasant time.
Miss Bernice Mosly was given
a birthday party Saturday after
noon In honor of her ninth birth
day.
Take chance on the colored
doll in Mallory Bros window.
The Need ecraft Cub met at
the residence of Mrs. Nicholson
Friday afternoon. Refreshments
we're served by the hostess.
The Friday Art Club met with
Mrs. VIM. Blue Friday. The al :
tendance was good. and the next
The forum. [volume] (Springfield, Ill.) 1904-192?, 1914-12-19
MAJOR CONNOLLY DEAD.

Major Connolly, distinguished citizen of the city
died Tuesday and buried here Thursday He served
with honor in the civil war; appointed United States
District Attorney for two tems and twice elected to
Congress from the 2lst Congressional District of Illinois
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
LATEST DANCES ARE
 SHOWN AT KEENEYS

People interested in the latest dances are particularly pleased with the Dancing Smiths, pair of tango experts, who are demonstrating the latest ballroom glides at Keeney's this week. Lovers of the maxixe and hes itation are attracted to the theater in large numbers every day and they are liberal in applauding this graceful team. The Texas Tommy, prize waltz and novelty dances are also in- troduced and judging from the ap- plause, the Smiths demonstrate that they have mastered the intricacics of each. The act is an artistic spe- cialty and the performers we'll deserve the recognition given them.
 A wonderful acrobatic speciality in which wealth of new and difficult tricks are introduced is given by the Two Franks, a former circus team. This pair opens the show and makes a strong bid for headline honors. They go about their work in method : ical fashion and execute each trick without any very great effort. Their hand and head balancing as we'll as their spinning tricks are remarkably we'll done.
 Bert Swan and his trained aliiga- tors offer an interesting novelty. Bert wrestles in the water and on the floor of the stage with these huge reptiles. He gives a daring exhibition and shows wonderful control over his ferocious pets. Besides he gives an exhibition of swimming, introducing some novel stunts in the tank.
 Paul Florus plays the xylophone T, pleasing fashion and Mabel Care,v entertains with popular songs and recitations. Her rendition of the latest humorous hit, Who Kept Mrs. Van Wrinkle While Rip Was Away' is one of her most popular numbers.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
MISS SKIRVIN.

we may some day see return to the minuet, the polka and even the old Virginia Reel"
 1T am firm believer in loyalty tt ones friends, home and country, and especially the latter at the present moment was another expression of Miss SkirYin's.
 You have been reading the news papers this from the cub, who was little more at home.
 Yes, I refer to the war: but I be- lieve in showing ones loyalty and patriotism even in little things. think we should patronize our home industries. In so far as possible, I try to do all my shopping right here in New Britain"
 Now please let's not talk dresses, Miss Skirvin.''
 Well, it is getting down to the inevitable. Why don't you say some thing?,'' >@4 -,
 But am not giving the interview. Are you a suffragette ?".
 No, indeed! I am not suffra- gette! Do I enjoy this life? Well, l hope some day to have children and home of my own, with a flower gar den and-some chickens. I am not following the profession for fame. It is rather for love of the art. For you know
 Fame is the scentless flower
 With gaudy crown of gold;
 Friendship is the fragrant rose
 With sweetness in every fold,''
 Beginning with this. issue. as an introduction, and continuing through the season, the Herald will print articles concerning fashions, etc., by Miss Skirvin on Thursday evening. Any queries addressed to Miss Skir- win may be dropped in a box which has been placed in the Lyceum lobby for that purpose and will be answered if possible.
 Write plainly. Sign your full name and address, but if you do not wish this used in the answer, give the name you do wish used. Watch the columns of the Herald on Thursdays for your answer.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
BUSINESS SESSION HELD.

New Haven, Conn, April 3O.-The National society, Daughters of 1912, which opened it's annual convention here last night with reception to delegates and friends, held it's first business session today, practically the whole of the meeting being given up to the reading of reports of the na- tional officers and various committees and of large number of state presi- dents. At the conclusion of the busi- ness meeting there was general ses- sion, open to the public, at which the chief speaker was Prof. John ". Wetzel of Yale.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
TIBBALS-NORTON.

Harrie w. Tibbals and Miss Sadie Norton were married yesterday after noon at o'clock at the home of the brides parents, MT. and Mrs. G. B.. Norton of No. 11S Whiting street. Rev. Dr. J. E.. Adams officiated and the couple were attended by Clinton Tibbals and Miss Jennie Norton, as best man and bridesmaid, respective ly. MT. Tibbals is employed in the office of P. & F. Corbin, and his bride was formerly employed in the Corbin Cabinet Lock company. They re- ceived many presents from their hosts of friends. including purse from MT. Tibbals office associates. After a wedding trip through the south the couple will reside in their new home on Stanley street.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
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New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
THE WHIP A BIG
 SCENIC PRODUCTION

Some idea of the extent of the mas sive melodramatic production of ..'The Whip the Drury Lane sensa- tion, which is to be seen at Par sons theater, Hartford, for the entire week of May II, with matinees We'd nesday and Saturday, may be gath cred from the following. Thirteen complete stage settings are required for as many scenes, dozen huge treadmills and five electrically driven panoramas are necessary for the race scene, while real tracks, locomotives and rolling stock are essential for the train wreck. Two trains are shown running at full speed. The rear car is detached from the first train and comes to standstill at the entrance to a tunnel directly in the path of the following express. The latter crashes into the car and is shattered in mighty wreck.
 The purpose of the wrecker-to work injury to the crack race horse "The Whip and prevent her from entering the 2,00O guinea stakes at Newmarket--is defeated through the move "The Whip from the stalled car just before the crash.
 This greatest of all dramatic spec tacles makes a sensational appeal be- cause of the heart interest underlying its story, the stirring action that characterizes it's development and the climaxes that punctuate it. The thrills include mounted hunt. a automobile accident. railroad collision with real locomotives and cars and a horse race with former favorites ridden by jockeys of inter- national reputation
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
LIST OF PATENTS.

List of patents issued from the U. $. Patent Office, Tuesday, April 2s, 1914. for the state of Connecticut, furnished us from the office of Sey rour & Earle, solicitors of patents. -29 Church street. New Haven. Conn.,:
 A. Arens, assignor. to The American Hardware Co.,, New Britain. Con- trolling means for swinging closures.
 Same: Fire-door lock.
 c. Bargamin, assignor to Sentinel Automatic Gas Appliance Co., New Haven. Automatic gas stove. :.
 c. A. Bates, assignor to The Bryant Electric Co.,, Bridgeport. Push switch F. O. Hoaglund, assignor to The Union Metallic Cartridge Co.,, Bridge port Cartridge.
 S. Lake, Milford. Internal-com- bustion engine.
 J. M. Morrow, assignor to The Morrow Machine Co.,. Hartford Sewing machine edge guide.
 A. A. Page, New Haven. assignor to Sargent & Co. Emergency bolt.
 Same: Lock.
 N. A. Palmer. assignor to Foster, Merriam & Co.,, Meriden. Self-adjust- ing caster.
 l. E. Palmer, Middletown. Kier for conditioning textile material.
 Same: Revisable commercial cata logue and envelop therefor.
 Same: Couch hammock (Two patents.)
 Same: Wind shield or back rest for couch hammocks. Same: Unitary screen. E. R. Sargent, assignor to Sargent 6 Co.,, New Haven. Chest handle. E. R. Sargent and H. G. Collins. as- signors to Sargent & Co., New Haven. Box handle. F. J. Shipman, assignor to Sargent & Co, New Haven. Display box R. L. Wilcox, assignor to The Waterbury Farrel Foundry & Ma chine Go, Waterbury. Hopper mech anism.
 Designs. E.. A. Hawthorne, assignor to The Hawthorne Mfg. Co., Inc, Bridge port. Lamp.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
Press Agents Tell
 of Theatrical Bills
THE NINETY AND NINE,
 LYCEUM NEXT WEEK

From the time of it's original presentation up to the present, The Ninety and Nine'' has always proven a great melodramatic favorite. Dra matic critics all over the country have predicted that it will always remain a standard attraction and will take place with such other we'll known plays as Uncle Toms Cabin, The Old Homestead and Way Down East.'' During the coming week it will be seen at the Lyceum.
 It was written by Ramsey Morris. the writer of "The Last of the Romans" and several other very con- spicuous successes. 'The Ninety and Nine is featured as one of the big scenic attractions of the stage. The story in the lines is most appealing in the heart interest. It depicts the labors of a beautiful young woman to bring about the reformation of q clever young man, who, in disappoint- ment, proceeded to ruin himself by resorting to drink. Faith and devo- tion on the part of the young woman brings out the better side of the young man.
 Caught in the Rain" proves to be popular attraction this week.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30

Yes, I'll write out a few hints on beauty and fashions for your paper" said Miss Skirvin to the Cub reporter. The Cub had been assigned to obtain an interview with the lead- ing lady of the Lyceum players and although willing to undertake the obligation it entailed was little dubious as to how to go about it. He had been ushered in back of that mysterious region of scenery and footlights and to add to his bewilder- ment had finally been shown to her. we blush to own it, dressing room The womanly atmosphere, the doo- fingles about tht room, even the little Campbell Kid, Miss Skirvin's mascot which sat on the dresser helped to add to his uncertain state. Finally his mind came back to earth and he was ready to proceed about his business. What do you call that?'' he. asked, regard ing Miss SlSirvin's wearing apparel through the corner of his eye. Xxi mono came the answer.
 Well, the boss sent me over to see if you would write a letter to- the Herald every week on things per taining to health, beauty and fash ions.
 1 and although I don't see why they want me to write on those things, I will if you wish it. You see lots of questions are asked and come to me indirectly concerning my stage dresses and my appearance. If I can answer these every week through your paper it will help and I will be glad to answer all queries that I can.'
 Gan you give any directions as to how to reduce superfuous flesh and improve the complexion?' ?'
 Yes
 Are they dangerous?'
 Only to the men, said Miss Skir- win, with a chuckle.
 Modern dancing helps reduce the flesh, doesn't it?'' asked the cub.
 "It helps," returned tht lady, "but I don't approve of the dances. You may say that I much prefer the old-fashioned ones. l hope that
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
Page 0f News for 7heater Goers and Women Readers
A Menu for Tomorrow

Breakfast. s-.-..
 Fruit
 Broiled Bacon Latticed Potatoes
 Milk Biscuit Coffee
 Lunch.
 Mutton Curry Boiled Rice
 Cookies Cocoa
 Barley Soup
 Little Meat Pies New Potatoes
 Asparagus
 Watercress French Dressing
 Waters Cheese
 Coffee
 Mutton Curry.-Cut three or four pounds of mutton into dice and brown lightly and quickly into little but ter, as its own fat would probably be too strong. Transfer as fast as cooked to kettle To the fat remaining in the pan-about two tablespoonfuls- add one finely minced clove of garlic Cor, if this is too strong, small onion chopped) and one dessertspoon- full of curry powder. Cook slowly un- til the onion begins to brown: add one large tablespoonful of flour and gradually stir in a pint of mutton broth or hot water. Simmer for five minutes, then pour it over the meat, cover closely and simmer for two hours, by which time the meat should be very tender. Serve on a platter with a border of boiled rice
 Boiled Rice.-To cook the rice so that the grains are distinct and dry take a kettle containing four or five quarts of water. Place directly over the fire, and, when the water is at a galloping boil, throw in half table spoonful of salt and one cupful of rice which has been washed through several waters. Keep the water at d rapid boil until the rice is done. This may be ascertained by rubbing a, few of the grains between the thumb and fingers. When tender (which will take from twelve to twenty minutes according to the age and variety) drain and stand the colander over hot water for five minutes more.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30

As usual, invented in Paris, they have just arrived in New York, and though you can't run one to ground in some other cities at this very minute they are on their way-the novel three-in-one frocks.
 And this latest creation of fashion makes it seem as if the old fairy tales didn't go so very far beyond fact when they chronicled the adventures of the princess who had only to turn her ring and her gown of woven starbeams would be transformed into golden fabric of sunlight
 Incidentally the trick frocks are nothing less than a godsend to the woman whose pocketbook has ever d lean and hungry look and who has struggle to vary her costumes. But they are extremely smart and were fashioned primarily to please the Whlm of the woman whose dress al- lowance is unlimited that she might enjoy all the sensations of lightning change artist in the possession of the magic gown.
 It may be a demure and quietly colored gown with the new cavalier cape or stunning brightly colored gown With a baggy mock bolero and long tunic or, lastly, an up-to-the- minute semi Vatican gown with a discreetly draped hustle.
 And the transformation from one species to another is accomplished by the simple expedient of knowing the proper ropes to pull. This sounds
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
Latest Creation of Fashion
 are the Three in One FrOCkS
They Are Godsend to the Woman Whose Pocketbook Has Lean and Hungry Look-Frocks Are
 Extremely Smart and Stylish.

quite storyish and impossible, to be sure, but the trick frock is a bona f1de fact in fashion and the design CTS say it is proving entirely practi- cal.
 One of the most beautiful ones that has just been imported is of mouse colored crape. From the shoulders there falls short graceful cape of the same material lined with mousse colored crape striped in old blue. A long straight tunic falls over. the skirt It is banded with the striped crape that creeps over the edges from the lining.
 Lightning change number one, fol- lowing the jerk of the proper cord, turns the cape and tunic wrong side out. The tunic falls back in exactly the same place, but the crape drops at the center, hood fashion, remain ing caught at the shoulders. and the ends are brought around and fastened in front, giving the effect of a sleeve less bolero. This change, showing up the striking lining of the material. gives the frock stunning distinction.
 For an encore the second cord is pulled, the cape is shed and the tunic is looped up into graceful, dropping lines of a hustle. Then for the first time the bodice of the dress with it's shoulder straps of the striped mate- rial is shown.
 Doesn't it sound simple? And it is not difficult to manipulate, according to the accounts.
 If the idea turns out to be adapt
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
Pads and Fashions.

Little or no metal is seen nova days on umbrella handles,
 The present fashions fairly compel the use of rich fabrics.
 Very small black hats continue to hold the center of attention.
 White goods are constantly becom- ing sheerer and lighter.
 Big allover designs should never be worn by large woman
 Stripes are very much liked. es. pecially the rather wide ones.
 In footwear the tendency is to have the shoes match the gown
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
676o Two-Piece Skirt, P to 30 waist. PERFORATED FOR SPIRAL TRIMMING, WITH HIGH OR NATURAL WAIST LINE.

PERFORATED FOR SPIRAL TRIMMING.
 WITH HIGH OR NATURAL WAIST LINE.
 Here is skirt that can be made avail able for morning, afternoon or evening occasions. In the picture it is made of taffeta and the founce is of chiffon SO that the skirt is suited to dances and occasions of the kind. In place of the silk and chiffon, if serge and gathered ruffles of taffeta were used, it would become appropriate for the street cos tune with coat to match. If the spiral trimming were omitted and plain skirt only used, it would become adapted to the morning hours and to every day occa- sions. It can be finished at either the high or the natural waist line.
 For the medium size will be needed for the skirt 21s yards of material 77 inches wide, 7ss yards 36 or A, with M yards 27, I yard 36, M yard A for the gathered ruff1e, 3 yards 77, yards ,3o, or F yards A for the plaited ruff7e. The width at the lower edge is yard 7S inches.
 The pattern is cut in sizes from 27 to 30 inches waist measure. It will be mailed to any address by the Fashion Depart ment of this paper, on receipt of ten cents.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30

able to all sorts of materials, per- haps the June brides will be cutting down the number of dresses by put ting some of the three-in-ones into service There's a lot Of interest in knowing how the new dress invention will work in practice. For most wom- en will not believe it until they try it on for themselves and see whether Paris is perpetrating another freak or a great idea that will revolutionize dressing.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
7tazc-
S75o Plain Blouse, 3z to A bust. WITH LONG OR rHREE-ouARrrR
 SLEEVES

Whatever else the summer warirobe may lack, the plain serviceable blosase h a necessity. Here is one that can be made with skirt to match if a sifnpls gown IS wanted or, of any simple waistine material, may be worn without a ski,f to match. The sleeves can be nnade long in regulation shirt waist style or in three-quarter length and trimmed with bands. White cotton crtpe is1 the material illustrated but there Is very great fancy for color on waists this season and in the back view white is trimmed with tango red.
 For the medium size will be needed 3ss yards of material 77 inches wide, . P yards 30 or yards A, with sf yard n tor contrasting collar and cuffs.
 The pattern S75o is cut in sizes from s4 to A inches bust measure. fr will be mailed to any address by the Fash;on Department of this paper, on receipt q ten cents.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30

The fancy lining seems to be an inevitable feature in fancy coat.
 1t is said that there is revitai in Paris of the plainer taiior-mades.
 The big Venetian capes are said to have a tremendous vogue abroad.
 corduroy dress has detachnble tunic that may be worn as a cape
 Light blue, maize, pale pink and light green are seen in the new wash skirts
 Elixabethan collars, firmly wired. are among the most picturesque neck finishes.
New Britain herald., 1914-04-30
TROLLEY HITS AUTO.

A south bound trolley car hit the rear end of Jas. J. Naughton's auto last night about o'clock. MT. Naughton was turning the machine around in front of the Hotel Bassett when the trolley struck it, bending and scratching the guards and step- per- The trolley men would say nothing in regard to the accident.