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The Spectator., 1915-12-07
larQe Club for Boys.

The boy in the city must avoid many sidetracks if he desires to lead an upright and useful life, says the Bos. ton Globe. Constantly he is beset with distractions which may lead him astray into the ranks of the incompe- tent. idle or even vicious. He is an inQuisitive, knowledge-thirsting crea. ture. full of the great possibilities of youth. His latent powers are pre-. cious; yet they are wasted with prodi, gality akin almost to that of nature.
 Hence the establishment of the large boys club in Roxbury, handsomely housed and well equipped, means that many boys will be given the opportu. nifty to keep on the main line leading to a useful life.
 A boys enthusiasm is more often aroused when he thinks he is playing than when he is working at school. The boys club can catch him when he is enthusiastic and start that en- thusfasm toward manly accomplish meflt. We wish the club every sue cess.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
HARD TO DROP But Many Drop 1t.

A young Calf wife talks about cof- fee:
 Tt was hard to drop Mocha and Java and give Postum a trial, but my nerves were so shattered that 1 was nervous wreck and of course that means all kinds of ails.
 'I did not want to acknowledge cof fee caused the trouble for l was very fond of it. At that time a friend came to live with us, and I noticed that after he had been with us a week he would not drink his coffee any more. l asked him the reason. He replied; I have not had headache since I left off drinking coffee, some montrs ago. till last week, when l be- gun again here at your table. I don t see how anyone can like coffee, any way. after drinking Postum!'
 T said nothing. but at once ordered a package of Postum. That was five months ago, and we have drank no coffee since, except on two occasions when we had company, and the result each time was that my husband could not sleep, but lay awake and tossed and talked half the night. We were convinced that coffee caused his sui fering, so he returned to Postum, con vinced that coffee was an enemy. in stead of friend, and he is troubled no more by insomnia
 T have gained pounds in weight, and my nerves have ceased to quiver It seems so easy now to quit coffee that caused our aches and ails and take up Postum." Name given by Postum O., Battle Creek, Mich.
 Postum comes in two forms:
 Postum Cereai--the original form must be well boiled. 15c and 25c pack ages.
 Instant Postum--a soluble powder dissolves quickly in a cup of hot water, and, with cream and sugar, makes a delicious beverage instantly. 60c and soc tins.
 Both kinds are equally delicious and cost about the same per cup.
 There's a Reason" for Postum.
 --sold by Grocers.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
HANDS LIKE VELVET
Kept So by Daily Use of Cuticura Soap and Ointment. Trial Free.

On retiring soak hands in hot Cuti- cura soapsuds, dry and rub the Oint- ment into the hands some minutes. Wear bandage or old gloves during night. This is a "one night treat ment for red, rough, chapped and sore hands" It works wonders.
 Sample each free by mail with 32-p. Skin Book. Address Cuticura, Dept. KY, Boston. Sold everywhere.-Adv.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
His Plea.

Skimpy little Mir Meek's stalwart helpmeet grabbed him with both hands by the hair of the head to illustrate some point which she wished to i'm press upon him.
 My dear, my dear" he chided, "I am afraid you have forgotten that am attached to the other ends of those hairs
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
An Improved Quinine, Does not Cause Nervousness nor Ringing in Head

The happy combination of laxatiqes in LAX ATIVE PROMO QUININE makes the Quinine in this form have far better effect than the ordinary Quinine, and it can be taken by any one without affecting the head. Remember to call for the full name, Laxative Bromo Quinine. Look for signature of E. W. Grove. 25c.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Always Have It on Hand.

Don't wait until you get scalded or burned because that will mean much suffering while you are sending to the dealers for Hanford's Balsam of Myrrh. Always have it on hand and be prepared for accidents. The Bal sam should give you quick relief Adv.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
PROMPT RELIEF

can be found in cases of Colds, Coughs, LaGrippe and Headaches by using Laxative Quinidine Tablets. Does not affect the head or stomach. Buy your winters supply now. Price 25c.-Adv.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Patriotism.

'If madam would like to see this color"
 No! Useless. Take it back!"- Le Rire (Paris).
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

The time is coming when every man will have to buy his own land instead of marrying an Indian lady for it.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

another thing that is badly needed in this country.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
MEN ANn Kidney trouble preys NAGAN 1AAND upon the mind. dis
 WnMEN courages and lessenS
 " O4VAAAN ambition. heaufY yi1-
Cause and Effect.

Daddy - No, yer mother never dressed the way you girls do today to catch a husband
 Daughter-Yes, but look at what she got
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

Always keep Hanford's Balsam on hand for accidents. It's good insur- ance. Adv.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

A woman dressed as a nun at mas querade ball naturally makes a good appearance.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

imposed by civilization. The first i'm pulse of every person is to be impolite.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
If wishes were mules most beggars would have more kicks coming.

Every woman's pride, beautiful, clear white clothes. Use Red Cross Ball Blue. All grocers. Adv.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

However, the man at the bottom of the ladder hasn't far to fall.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

Freckles give him some standing. but boy cannot be the leader of his gang unless he has warts on his hands.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

A lazy man wants to paddle his own canoe by proxy.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Orders 1t Up,

Do you pass the plate at church?" NO; I go to sleep and let it pass me"
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
THIS IS THE AGE OF YOUTH.

You will look ten years younger if you darken your ugly. grizzly, gray hairs by using La Creole" Hair Dressing.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
AVOID A DOCTORS BILL

on the first of the month by taking now bottle of Mansfield Cough Bal sam for that hacking, hollow cough. Price 25c and 50c.-Adv.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07

Write Murine Eye Remedy Co.,, Chicago tor illustrated Book of the Eye Free.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Not Gray Hairs but Fired Eyes

make us look older than we sre Keep your Eyes young and you will look young. After the Movies always Murine Your Eyes Don't tell your age.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Transportation Problem.

The transportation problem is an ex- country. There has from time to time of late been reason to fear that our rail roads would not much longer be able to cope with it successfully as at present equipped and co-ordinated. suggest that it would be wise to ps'ovide for a commission of inquiry to ascertain by thorough canvass of the whole question whether our laws as at present framed and administered are as serviceahle as they might be in the solution of the prob lem. It Is obviously a problem that lies at the very foundation Of our efficiency as people. Such m inquiry ought to draw out every circumstance and opinion worth considering and we need to know all sides of the matter If we mean to do anything in the field of federal egisla- ton.
 For what We are seeking now, what in my mind Is the single thought of this message. is national efficiency and se- curlty. We serve a great nation We s-ould serve it in the spirit of its peculiar genius If is the genius of common men for government. industry, justice lib- srty and peace. We should see to it that | lacks no instrument, no facility or vieor of law, to make 1t sufficient to play it's part with energy, safety. and assured success. In this We are no partisans but heralds and prophets Of a new age.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Cloth Manufactured bv

W. N. ur LITTLE ROCK. NO. so-tsis.
The Spectator., 1915-12-07
Trade and Shipping.

But armies and instruments of war are only part of what has to be considered if We are to consider the supreme matter in all its aspects. There are other great matters which will be thrust upon our at tention whether we will or not. There Is. for example a very pressing question of trade and shipping involved In this great problem of national adequacy. It is necessary for many weighty reasons of national efficiency and development that we should have a great merchant ma rine. The great merchant fleet we once used to make us rich, that great body of sturdy sailors who used to carry our flag into every sea. and who were the pride and often the bulwark of the nation, we have almost driven out of existence by ineNcusable neglect and indifference and by a hopelessly blind and provincial pol icy of so-called economic protection. IL is high time we repaired our mistake and resumed our commercial independence on the seas
 For it is a question of independence If other nations go to war or seek to hamper each others commerce. our mer- chants. it seems. are at their mercy to do with as they please, We must use their ships and use them as they deter mine. We have not ships enough of our own. We cannot handle our own com merce on the seas Our independence is in our own borders. We are not likely to be permitted to use even the ships of other nations in rivalry of their own
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26

ed, "even If he don't know how to
spell it. Well send him a wedding
present, Mawruss. Well send him
summons from the court, that's what
We'll send him."
Morris shook his head.
"That amt no way to talk, Abe" he
said. "If customer gets married we
got to send him a wedding present. 1t
don't cost much, and If Hyman Mai
min gets u couple Of thousand dollars
with this Miss-Miss"-
advance Credit Clothing company"
Abe helped out
Morris nodded.
'Then he buys more goods, amt itr'
he concluded.
"Iet him pay for what he's got" Abe
rejoined.
ut just slipped his mind. He'll pay
up fast enough after he gets mar
RED"
"An right Wait till he pays up, and
then we'n give him present"
"Now looky here, Abe" Morris pro
tested, you can't be small in a matter
Of this kind. rn,draw a-checE for $2o
and
twenty-five edollarsw.Abe screamed.
You're crazyi When you was married
last year I'd like to know who gives
you a present for $25."
"Why, you did. Abe" Morris replied.
"MeT' Abe cried. "Say, Mawruss, ]
want to tell you something. If you can
buy fine sterling silver bumbum dish,
Ike what give you for $25 I'll take
It off your hands for $27bGany 'day!
"But, Abe
another thing, Mawruss," Abe went
on. "If you don't like that dish, there
amt no law compelling you to keep It
you understand. Send 1t back. MY
Rosie can use 1t. Maybe we air't &c
stylish like your Minnie, Mawruss, but
II we don't have bumbuIns every DAY
We could put dill pickles into It"
On moment" Morris Aroteeea4 -
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
Do. and the Literary Messenger.

With his stories and his criticisms
during the meager two years Of his
connection with the magazine Poe was
certainly able to reflect that, as at no
time in her previous literary history,
he had put Richmond on the map. But
the letter he wrote to Anthon when
projecting the Stylus was somewhat
ilamboyant. II had Joined the Mes
senger, as you know, then In Its second
year, with 700 subscribers, and the
general outcry was that because Q
magazine had never succeeded south OF
the Potomac therefore magazine new
er could succeed. Yet In spite OF this
and the wretched taste Of the proprie-
tor, which hampered and controlled me
at all points, increased the circulation
in fifteen months to $500 subscribers,
paying an annual profit Of $4,000 when
l left it."-Algernon Tassin In Book
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
Hiohsr Than Pixies Peak.

Ask any schoolboy to give he high
est point in the state Of Colorado. and
nine out of ten will name Pixies peak
Pixies peak Is 14,110 feet above -
level, but there are many higher peaks
In Colorado. Massive mountain. In
Lake county. is one Of the two highest
points in the state, whose height has
been determined by the United States
geological survey and is 14,42 feet
above sea level. Elbert mountain, In
the same county, has the same eleva.
ton. Blanca peak, in Costilla. Heur.
fano and Saguache counties. II 1880
feet high; Castle peak, in Gunnison and
Pitkin counties, Is 14,259 feet high;
Evans mountain. in Clear Creek coun-
ty, 1920 feet; La Plata peak. in Cha
ney county. 1882 feet; Quandary peak,
in Summit county. l4,256 feet; San
Luis mountain. triangulation station,
in Mineral and Saguache counties,
14,149 feet; Uncompahgre peak tr.
angulation station. in Hinsdale coun.
ty, 14,3O6 feet, and Wilson mountain
triangulation station. In Dolores coun-
ty, 14.250 fetal higher than Pixies
archaeological Survey Bulletin
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26

Did you ever know i man to build a
house, either in town or on the farm, for
as little as the estimated cost? never
did. So when we started a new house
this fall fully expected to have the cost
amount higher than the estimate and Of
course was not disappointed. The in
creased cost usually comes about from
things forgotten, there are always
things which are overlooked in making
out the estimate and delays always make
the labor cost higher than it was sup
posed it would be. And usually, as
building advances, changes are made;
the house is built little better, is fin
ished better than was planned on and
usually the carpenter can see things to
be done which please the builder but
which cost money. Hence comes the
belief, which is well grounded, that no
house was ever built inside the first esti-
mated cost. My neighbOrs, who have
all had experience in building, say that a
fair idea of building cost can be had by
taking the estimated cost of the mate
rial bill aud then doubling it. In other
words, labor cost is equal to material
cost or is IL the work is hired done.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
countino Pulse Beate

1T Is strange how few people know
what their normal pulse Is" said a
physician. "They know the average
pulse is about seventy, and imagine
that they are well or otherwise as their
pulse approaches or departs from this
standard. 1t is true that an average
Of all pulses would give result Of
about seventy beats, but in no other
physical popularity is there such a
wide individual variation.
81 had two students in my office at
the same time. both very strong and
remarkably healthy young men. The
normal pulse Of one was forty-seven
and the other nlnety-three. This differ
ence is unusual, few pulses falling be-
low sixty or rising above eighty in a
healthy subject, but an unusually slow
or rapid pulse is no indication what
ever Of disease, as Is popularity sup
posed to be the case.
Most people overestimate their pulse,
as they often count its beats when
talking about the matter. and 1t Is a
fact we'll known TO physicians that the
excitement Of conversation will quick
en- the pulse from five to twenty beats.
The best time to arrive at the true nor
NAL is shortly after waking In the
morning. when the nerves are unexcit-
ed."-Pearson's.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
A Clean Barn Is not Expensive.

Every up-to-date dairyman takes pride
in the appearance of the place where his
cows are housed and milked. Many
years of experience have shown that the
following points must be considered:
Milk drawn from filthy cows, or from
cows kept in a stable that is not well
lighted or ventilated, or that is filthy
from an accumulation of manure, or
milk exposed to foul or noxious odors
cannot be lawfully sold or manufactured
into an article of food for sale.
l Keep the barn clean, we'll ventilat-
ed, we'll lighted, and free from dust.
2 Whitewash the barn at least once a
year. 1t will add to its appearance, in
crease it's value, tighten the dark cor
uers, and make it more sanitary.
8 1t is desirable to have dairy cattle
in barn by themselves. The odor from
horse stalls, filthy calf pens, or hog pens
is Objectionable, because it will taint the
milk when it is drawn.
4 When constructing new barn, or
if the old one is remodeled, see that the
walls are smooth and that the ceiling Is
tight. The floor and the base of the
walls should be constructed of cement
in order that the liquid manure may be
saved and removed.
) Give the COW a chance to keep
clean. She cannot do it if the stall is
too long or too short or not high enough.
Cow stalls should be so constructed that
the cows will lie with their heads in the
mauger, otherwise they will be compel
led to step backwa before lying down,
in which case they have no chance to
keep clean. A large gutter and adjust
able stalls that line all the cows up to
the gutter are important factors in keep
ing the cows and floor clean.
6 An abundance of bedding in the
COW stalls makes for clean milk, clean,
conteuted cows, clean floors, and the
saving of liquid manure. II bedding or
other absorbents are placed in the empty
gutter, the liquid manure will be absorb
ed and held al the bottom. To some ex-
tent that practice prevents the cows
from soiling themselves.
I The manure should be removed
daily and the manger kept clean. Cob
webs should be swept down and bespat-
tered walls washed.
S Manure should not be placed
against the barn or where the cows will
be compelled to wade through it in 60
ing to and from the barn.
8 Even when the cows live out OF
doors in summer and are in the barn
only at milking time, failure to clean
the floor and gutter regularly will result
in foul odOrs.
10 During the sum mer months cows
should not be kept in the barnyard over
night. They should have a clean place
to lie.-From leaflet issued by the State
Dairy and Food Commissioner of Wis.
consin.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
Don,x Ra Radical.

The sooner young folks learn not to
be radical the sooner they will md
themselves floating serenely down the
stream Of life without friction. To be
radical takes lots Of trouble; you have
to be continually ripping of veneers.
scratching surfaces, engaging In origi-
nal research, applying acid tests, lifting
lids, making analyses, tearing Oh masks,
demanding proof and 30 on nlimitably.
But 1t Is all pernicious activity. The
leaders and makers and sellers OF earth
fx things up SO that they will seem to
be 80 and 80; their leadership and their
fame and their profits depend upon our
being perfectly credulous and accepting
things for what they seem. Why, then,
ask embarrassing questions and thus
incur the everlasting III will OF those
who are trying to hoodwink US? 1t Is
much better to take things as they
come paying cash, Of course) and be
humbly grateful.-Life.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
Tolstoy and the Peasants.

Tolstoy, the great Russian novelist
spent his whole life In q close COM
munion with the peasants and was
persuaded that all the wisdom hs
might have attained concerning life,
its true meaning and Its true aim, was
due but to this fact. He knew TIE
peasant soul; he spoke and he wrote,
especially In his religious and moral
works, the language Of the peasants.
He always says. speaking Of truth,
that he means "the simple peasant
truth" He considers the work Of the
peasant the only dignifed labor. and
he never ceased to investigate the SIM
pie thoughts and the clear judgments
Of the true workers-the peasants. At
the very end Of his life, when he left
his home he walked with his daughter
through d village and said to her: Il
don't yet know our peasants. will
take u stick and wander from door to
door, knocking at each house. Then,
perhaps, listening to the answers they
will give me, will penetrate into their
true minds. Exchange.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
Collar sehen,ss In Rooms.

When following out q color scheme
In furnishing a room little touch OF
an entirely different but harmonizing
color produces an excellent effect This
was brought out by professional dec
orator who was discussing the furnish
ings Of her own home.
One room which was furnished IN
green and had a green velours couch
cover was especially noteworthy. The
room needs something to break the
monntony," she said, land some pu-
lows with q bit Of old rose coloring
will do It,"
A bedroom where the color scheme
is blue and white Is attractive, but re-
Quires another color to give 1t warmth.
A straight color scheme Is easy
enough for any one to carry out, but It
calls for considerable skill to make 1t
distinctive, as In the practical applica'
ton Of little variety Is usually neces-
sary to make the furnishings really
charming.-GoodH Health.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26

And now, simply because few trac-
ton engines have been sold in Maine
and are doing good work on the larger
farms, someone has taken it upon them
selves to worry about what will become
of the farm horses in the state. Don't
waste your vital energy in this way.
During the first six months OF Mr..
Bearce's term of office as live stock sani-
tary commissioner, he issued permits for
over 6O00 horses to be brought into the
state, and the greater part of these we're
for farm or heavy harness use, and 1t
will be many years, We fear, before the
people of the state will become educated
up to q point where they can see their
ability to raise their own horses or enlist
In the ranks of traction users.-Maine
Farmer.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1915-10-26
Dried Apples.

Peel, core and slice the apples. Place
them on platters, wooden trays or any
other convenient receptacle and place
them in the sunshine. Take them In
at night and during rains. 1t Is impos.
sible to secure good dried fruit unless
they are protected from moisture. Pro-
tect them from files and other insects
with netting and place them out OF the
dust as far as possible. Continue the
drying until the fruit has lost more
than half its weight. If necessary 1t
may be placed in the oven for two or
three hours at the end. Tie the dried
fruit in paper sacks, using n double
thickness II thin skin sacks are used,
and suspend them from the ceiling Of
the driest room available. When ready
to use the dried fruit wash 1t we'll, soak
It for six hours or longer and throw
away the liquid drained of. Then cook
the fruit for several hours at TEN.
perature slightly below the boiling
point-Mothers' Magazine.