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The Oskaloosa herald., 1915-02-11

TAYLoR-The funeral OF the late
Mrs. ]. N. Taylor took place on Tues.
day afternoon, ut The Cheesman Fun
eral Home, and interment was made
in Forest Abbey. The services we're
conducted by President David M.
Edwards of Penn College, assisted
by Rev Alexander McFerran OF tie
First Presbyterian chuilsh. Music
was furnished by a quartette COM
prising Claire ID. Gordon, Roy KEN
BILE. DR.. J. !. Tony, and Mark Moor
man The pail bearers were Sig
Broerman, Mark Barnes, Pliney
Jewel, w. ]. Howell, II. S. Roee-
Grams and Phil Hoffman. The serv-
sces were attended by a large con-
course OF friends. more in fact than
could be accommodated in the spac-
ious rooms. The floral offerings were
many and beautiful attesting the high
esteem In which the deceased was
held by all. The words OF both minis
tiers we're inspiring. paying deserved
and beautiful tribute 10 the life and
work Of sweet and noble cisarac-
Ter.
Gale Thompson Taylor was born
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203O and
Hazel Moore, Cedar ....... .21
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BIRTHS, DEATHS, MARRIAGES

Russell H. Binns, Oskaloosa. rs
202S and t-~ .~. .an
Lottie Hauser, Leighton II
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Plenty OF time yet IN which 10 get
tied up with an old fashioned biz.
card.
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STEEL.-The funeral of the late
Myrtle Ina Steel, who died Thursday
afternoon at her home in Harrison
township, will be held at 10 o'clock
Sunday morning from the M. E.
church at Cedaf.a "a 20.
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Lawrence E. Morgan, Moline, Ill "a
2029 and err a~.r
Alwilda Hill,a New Sharon. -. 81
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STABLEIN - MAURER - Word
comes to friends and relatives in Os-
kaloosa of the marriage, Saturday,
January 81 1914, at Great Falls Mon
tana of Mrs. Besse Barnhill Maurer to
Mr.. Edwin NJ. Stablein of that place
Friends here will offer congratula.
tions. ..' 3.[ 20 49,. -
Mrs. Maurer was engaged as Ste
nographer and assistant in the office
of he superintendent of the NJ! & St.
l.. Ry. in this city. Her capabilities
and efficiency attracted attention be-
yond the confines of the local office
and an offer came from the c. M. q
St P. Ry. company accompanied by a
substantial increase in salary. She
was transferred to the general offices
at division headquarters at Great
Falls where she was made chief clerk
in the office, and while employed here
came In contact with Mr.. Stablein, a
general agent of the company. Mr.
and Mrs Stablein will" make their
headquarters in Great Falls. The
bride is daughter or Mrs. Josephine
Barnhill and was a former well
Known OskaloOsa girl.
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PYLE-EBERLINE- William Pyle
| slipped one over on the boys" Wed.
nesday when he dropped out of town
for the day and was quietly married
with Miss Nellie EberlIne, No GA
south A street, of Oskaloosa at the
home Of the groom's grandmother,
Mrs. j. J. Ninemire, No. 210 Myrtle
street, Ottumwa, Iowa Rev. f. NJ.
LETTERS, pastor of South Ottumwa Bap-
fist church officiating. The ceremony
was Witnessed by. a small company of
relatives. They returned to Oskaloosa
| Wednesday evening. Mr.. Pyle is a
fireman in the employ of the OskaloO-
ga department taking the place made
vacant by the removal of fireman
Charles Snyder last Fall. TIE reported
10: duty Thursday morning and moth.
| ing in his manner or conduct indicat-
| ed guilt, although he stated to friends
that he went to Ottumwa the previous
day to celebrate his nuptials, no one
credited the assertion and not until
William, on Friday, began distribut-
ing cigars, was his statement taken
in good faith. Congratulations are
none the less sincere however. The
bride is a daughter of John w. and
Mary Eberline, 912 south A street,
is AIN estimable and charming young
woman. Mr.. and Mrs. Pyle have the
best wishes of a host of friends. They
will be at home to friends after March
first. - ," ." .&., .
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31

hatpins or small sized knitting needles; don't let them touch one another. Turn them on the pins every day to prevent sticking. When the pin is full of beads, stick it in a bar of soap. The wrapper may be left on the soap and one bar will hold several pins. Leave the beads on the pins until they are ready to string. After stringing on heavy waxed linen thread. polish by rolling under or be- tween the hands-a good way Is to lay a piece of coarse cloth over the knees and ~oll them on that under the hands. Don't do 1t too vigorously. They take a beauti- ful polish If the polish grows dim when the beads have not been in use for some time it can be restored by rolling. Don't worry if the pulp shows signs of molding; this will not injpre 1t. There is no req son why one should not make rose beads where roses are plenty. l feel sure 1t is a chemical impossbility to make white beads from rose petals. Just IS soon as they are crushed and exposed to the air they turn a dirty brown color. I have crushed beautiful thick white petals Ip my effort to make white rose beads but could not accomplish it. M. A. O.
 It would have seemed rank ingratitude
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To De Used for Trimming.

have some Easter lily bulbs to give away and l would also like to offer this hint to housekeepers: When cream Is scarce and thin whip the white of an egg to n stiff froth and then whisk 1t into the cream. The product will be stiff and there will be more of it. wonder if some of our correspondents have any pieces of cloth. braid, or lace or some ribbon and lace ends which could work into trim ming and the like for my four children or "a cloak for my baby. l would be glad to make baby caps for any one that wants them, for am told that those I make are pretty. N.C.B.-
 I know the Easter lily bulbs will bs asked for at once, and l hope some op, may have few leftovers of trimming such as the correspon dent wishes to help her out In the adornment of her children's clothing. Her offer to make the baby caps is generous. but she can hardly afford to do 1t unless some one sends her tho mate rials for the work. As a matter of course this is not to be commercial transaction but merely one Of the generous inter- changes of kindly offices that constantly go back and forward between our Corner ites. We are Erateful for the suggestion as to the white of the egg May add the remark that 1t should not be put with the cream until just before the whip is to be used? The frothed white of the egg goes back to water if left standing too long after beating. and this would dilute the
 dipped cream and make 1t nat and thin
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Needs an Air Cushion.

"I enjoy the Helping Hand Corner very much, as am sbut-in, like great many of whom read. I would be so glad if some one would help me to get an air cushion. You see. cannot sit well. but have to lie down all the time. and thought that perhaps some one might have an air cushion and no use for 1t any more. l can pay express charges on it or parcel post. If any one understands the discomfort 1t is to be unable to sit down. l am sure she will be glad to aid me.
 MRS. E. P w." Could there be a greater contrast than that between these two letters-the one preferring request for means to indulge in vigorous bodily exercise. the other ask ing for a help to alleviate the sufferings of . shut-in? 1t is beautiful to me that both turn to the Corner In the hope of having their desires granted. and trust that tho response to the second plea may be as quick and satisfactory as that I hope from the first.
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As young girl had a nttfe cousin who had imaginary playnatcs. lac was the youngest of his family and tho others were all much his seniors. so that hewas rather forced Into seeking dream eompan- Ions. This was rendered moro likely be- cause he was not strong in health at that time and was kept much in the country and taught at homo. All his family pos sessed more or less talent in one way or another and werc of boolSish turn, so that he was brought up in an atmosphere of fairy tales and stories of different sorts. He had several imaginary friends of whom he used to tell stories, and so far as could see they were as innocent and pure as such associates generally are
 |" The queer part of it was that he him self turned out to be different sort of man He had the family cloverness and could not only tell thrilling stories found ed more on imagination than on fact but also wove them Into printed yarns which brought him in a good income. Unfortu- nately his moral character has mover been up to his intellectual standard. and am afraid that if ho could coax his ina ginarT
 
 quite another type from those with whom he associated in his boyhood.
 "I have known of several other children who had dream companions. but some of the gentle influence of another world they brought with them seems always to have fingered about the children fin their ma turity. The case of which write is the T Ix .t,, xx-I,t toh h. ject has fallen away from tho sweet prom ise of babyhood. L. T..
 All the testimonies have been virtually the saIne-that no harm has been done to the moral development of tho children who have played with dream associates. Other letters which 1 have not space for have asserted that such imaginings can do children no Injury so long as tho health is normal and the surroundings are simple and natural. One " counter blast" l make room for because of it's wide variance from the rest of tho corre- spondence:
 "I confess that I am astonished and disappointed that a woman of your judg- ment and common sense, of whom have always thought as holding high tho stand ards of truth and right. should have given serious consideration for moment to such nonsense as imaginary playunates. Such notions are lies and deceit and should be discouraged. A child of ..hne came to me with tale once of such playmate and I gave him punishment which cured him of such foolishness then and therel That was the last ever heard of imaginary companions. r J."
 should think sol Poor little lad! Let us hope tho. dream children came and comforted him for his mothers severity.
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the meat grinder several times the first day There will be a liquor drip from them which must be saved and put with the pulp when the grinding for the day is done. The pulp must then be spread in an old dripping pan; if rusty. so much the better. Pat the pulp down to cover the pan and leave until the next day; then turn the pulp with pancake turner, put the pulp back in the pan, and leave it for day longer Grind the pulp again then,
 as many times as your patience and strength permit. The object in this is to reduce the pulp to the consistency of putty or to mass that can be nodded into smooth beads. Return the pulp to the pan after each grinding, batting 1t down so that every part will come into contact With the pan. as it is the action of the aeid of the iron on the petals that turns them black. When the pulp is ready to mold. measure it in the smallest thimble you can find; this makes the size of the bead. Roll the bead in the hands until perfectly round. and as you make the beads lay them on plates or pie tins and look them over. rolling them every day until they are firm. Then slip them on
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
CHILDREN'S IMAGINARY ELIMINATES.
R FEW weeks ago a letter was
 printed in the Corner telling of a child who had imaginary play mates. The writer asked if this

FEW weeks ago letter was
 A printed in the Corner telling of a 'child who had imaginary play
 mates. The writer asked if this
 was an unusual experience among children and I passed on the question to those mothers and other child lovers who might be interested in the matter. In re- sponse to the inquiry a numbered letters nave been received and have culled from among them those of most interest and importance. Anything that has to do with children and child study Is of value and ie siady read by those who care for the eoucation and progress of the little ones.
 Here is the firstletter:
 l read the Corner with interest and in recent issue I saw something that prompts me to write to you. I have lit- tle daughter now II years old who as a smaller child had maginary playmates. Although she was only 3 or 4 years old when she gave them up. the first time I noticed the matter was when she was about years of age. She came in to me oll excited ana told me she had been play Ing with Berthine,' a name she had made up. From then on for about year she played and had jolly times with Ber- thine.' l questioned her as to whether Berthine had any brothers and sisters. father and mother, and she said, Yes, she has three brothers and sisters and mother. but her father is dead But in the play it was mostly .Berthine she played with.
 About year after that she came in one day wringing her hands and almost in tears. When asked her what was the matter she said: Berthine is dead: they are all dead. her mother and all.' From that day to this she has never spoken of Berthine or tried to play with her. She really does not care much for children now. except to play with babies, and for them shc~is perfect little mother.
 " She plays dolls by herself and talks for each one; 1t is as good as show to listen to her. for she always changes her voice to suit each one.
 My daughter Is II now, as I said be- fore. is well advanced In her studies and IS considered smart. She reads a great deal. and is better informed than many others far ahead of her in years. do not think her imaginary playmate ideas have been of the least injury to her in any way. MRS. A. W. N"
 The last sentence Is evidently in reply 70 query put in the earlier discussion or this subject as to whether it did chill oren any harm to believe in imaginary playmates. I have known parents who considered any toleration of child's faith In the unseen companions an encourage ment to untruthfulness. I am glad to have this mothers testimony that no such effect as this was wrought in her child. The little girl who played with Der thine !" seems to have been possessed of . vivid imagination and that she did not
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
MARION HARLAND'S HELPING HAND.

to give away. l have three children who are fond of reading, and as we are too poor this winter to get the books they want we would be grateful to any one who has books to give away and would let us have some. The children are in the fifth, fourth, and third grade at school We live in an isolated place and the chll- dren have nothing at all for entertain nlent. MRS. M. c. 5.
 l am sure the correspondent who has had trouble with her bread will be glad to receive these practical suggestions and be grateful for them. As to the books, have no doubt they will be offered. I trust there may be some one who can sup
 ply the children with the books they de-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
Songs Written in Dutch.

My mother, who is in Holland is anx- ious to get a song called The Curse of War She knows the first line of the song lows: Who knocks at my door? An an- gel. at this tirne of the night who brings you the news that your son Is dead My mother would greatly appreciate this and any other Holland song the readers might send her How is my English for a girl of IS? l am in the seventh grade and re- ceivs tho mark of excellent for my Eng iish. Do you think 1t is worthy of that7
 a IF E.'
 have never heard of the song to which you refer. but should think that if ever there Is a time when 1t would be appro- priate 1t is at the present dreadful period
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Needs q Heater.

l" Having been interested in your Cor ner for long time. and read of the many who have been helped. 1 should like to ask if you could help my mother. who Is widow, to get a heater7 She has three small children to look after. It Is all shs can do to make ends meet. She cannot buy heater for the winter. I do ali can to help her out, but see no way of helping her with this MRS | IT.
 As the days shorten and grow cold tho appeal to the humane for the means of warming humble homes Is imperative. The old arc especially in dire need of warmth. The current of life is sluggish in their veins. Is there heater of any age or pattern that may go to the widow? Her daughters address is in my hands.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
Formula for Rose Beads.

'' know you have number of sets of directions sent you for making rose beads, but know a process which is 80 simple that l am sending 1t to you in the hope that you may have space for just one more. The recipe calls for nothing but the rose petals unless one wishes to accentuate the odor. in which case few drops of altar or oil of roses may be added when the pulp is ready to make into beads. One should have petals with an odor, if possible. think some roses have practically none. Put the petals through
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glad to have one of the trumpets and would be willing to pay postage or ex- press on it Mas. A. P"
 l am sorry to say that this request can not be complied with, because both trum- pets have already been given away. Has any one else one of these appliances to bestow upon Mrs. A. P? I will put her address on file and hope some one may be able to supply her need.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
Wu,ls old Magazines,

T notice the kind offer of magaxines ty Mrs. F. F. am sending my nams for some and would appreciate them very much. NRs. T. A. P"
 I regret that this rsQusst did not reach tho Corner until after the magazines had been given elsewhere Ia thsrs not soma one who has other magazines to givoe will keep Mrs T. A P.'s addresA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
Boy Wants Skaies.

am a faithful reader of the great Corner and come now to ask aid from it Has any one pair of skates that are not in use and that the owner would be willing to give to boy of b? He Is unable to buy pair at the present time and would much appreciate the gift. 1 would pay the charges on them or would call for them. k. r. R.
 Evidently !" the boy of 15 is the writer of the note-neatly written 1t is. too-and l can imagine with what interest and ex- citement he will watch the great Cor ner " for the sight of his request. l hope that some one with pair of skates " not in use " may be willing to bestow them on this lad and will make the gift soon. that the ice may not all be gone before the new skates are received and used. Anything which encourages a growing boy in active outdoor exercise Is a good thing and am hardly less eager than he that he should get the boon he craves.
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ILL you please send me a list O\ A of anniversaries and of gifts
 wv for them? I send you the
 recipe for an inexpensive
 apple sauce cake. If the di- rections are followed closely 1t is sure to be a success. One cup of sugar, one cup of raisins, one cup of walnuts, one cup of apple sauce, two cups of flour, one tea spoon of cinnamon, two rounding table spoons of butter or one of butter and one of lard Qf part lard is used sift a pinch of salt with the fiour), half teaspoon of ground cloves. quarter teaspoon of nut meg, one teaspoon of baking soda dis solved in one tablespoon of hot water. First chop the nuts and raisins with the coarsest cutter. Cream butter and sugar well. then add nuts and raisins. Turn the dissolved soda into the apple sauce beat little, then put in the sugar. etc Mix well. Sift in flour and spices. Be sure to sift spices with four Beat well. turn into pans. and bake in a slow oven forty five minutes or one hour. The cake can also be baked in muffin tins. When mak- ing the apple sauce for this cake do not have it quite as sweet as usual, have it quite dry and be sure that all pieces of the cooked apple are mashed smooth By wrapping this cake in cloth and putting it away In tin box this cake will keep . long time. and Is delicious.
 MRS. F. H. G."
 I can indorse any remarks in favor of good apple sauce cake, for I have often had it made in my own house and know how pleasing it is. It is one of the excel lent cakes to keep on hand, because, as the correspondent says, if it Is we'll wrapped up and stored in tin box it does not dry up and is fresh and soft for a long time. I wish could answer Mrs. D. H. G.'s question as to anniversaries but unfortunately she does not state what kind of anniversaries they are to which she refers. suppose she means the dates of weddings. The most important of these are the wooden wedding at five years. the tin at ten years. the crystal at fifteen. the china at twenty. the silver at twenty-five, the golden at fifty, the pearl at sixty. and the diamond at sev- enty-five. I believe that the first five years have each a separate celebration, known as the paper. the linen. the wooden, etc. but these have always seemed rather absurd to me. and the staple an- niversaries. so to speak. are those have mentioned. If by any chance it is some other vacety of anniversary of which the correspondent wishes to learn shall hope to hear from her again.
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lose it as she grew older. but only changed it's direction. is proved by her impersona- ting her dolls in her later play.
 Another letter tells of the personal ex- perience of the writer in her own child hood:
 Regarding the child spoken of by M. c. would like to say that until I was : years old all of my playmates were of necessity ina ginary playmates.' When I became interested in school work they gradually faded out of my thoughts. But they were sweet. pure imaglnings, and so far as T can see they have done me no harm. They taught me no bad habits. and I look back to them now as I would to the characters of a child story of the long ago.
 am a normal healthy woman, a home maker. and business woman as well. and am considered successful So please tell M. c. to let the sweet child enjoy her dear dream playmates as she herself en- joys pictures or good book S. E. H"
 To ne this is lovely testimonial of the joy derived from the companonship of these dream playmates and should, think be an added reassurance to those mothers who fear their children may de- rive harm from their make believe as- sociates. As the writer says. no bad habits are learned from these compan- ions, and the comradeship should be a pure, sweet pleasure.
 thsd letter Is longer than the others and goes more into details:
 You asked to know about children who played With dream children. I have nephew who when small was called Tootie In the family. although his real name was Bloyce. He played with dream child he called Bloyce.' speaking of himself as Tootie'
 "One day when he was staying at my
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-01-31
When Bread is Sour.

" If the Cornerite who writes that she has trouble with her bread being too sour or too coarse in grain will put one cup of sugar to about eight loaves of bread and will work in all the -four the dough will knead the dough unaii 1t will not stick to the hands she will hnd the process heIp- full Then when 1t has risen to twice it's original bulk she should make into loaves, let the bread rise again. and bake from afty minutes to one hour. If she will fol- low these suggestions l think she will have no further trouble. Isee in the Help ing Hand that some one has some books
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of war so near Holland hope some ons may be ablo to send the verses and other Dutch songs. Your English seems to ma to be about the average for girl of your age, and perhaps better than one could expect from one who is foreign born I shall file your address and give 1t to any one who writes and wishes to send songs for your mother