Norwich bulletin., 1916-07-08
COMFORT ON THE vERANDAH

Dear COrnerites: With the appearance of pleasant days we have that long
 ing to spend all the time we can, out of doors. Those who can take long
 walks in the woods and shady places, get all the enjoyment possible in na-
 ture, the wild flowers, ferns, woodland scenes, walks beside fOany and rip
 bling brooks, under pine trees and
 along the edge of the woods that are fres to all
 Some are unable to have this glo-
 riOus privilege and to those who have
 no chance to may make their pOrChes and verandahs attrsEtive, and I will give a few hints so you may make the verandah the most pleasant part of your home, the summer sitting-rOOm, enjoyed by all members of the house. hold
 If you have a large roomy verandah where you can hang a couch ham mock, you are indeed fortunate, for it is the most inviting part of the yer andah. CretOnne makes splendid shOwy covering for the khaki covered mattress that has become soiIed from use. Cover your pillows with the same material. Nearby. place a ta- ble for magazines, books, or sew ing basket; one large enough to
 serve a lunch from, to set a tea tray
 on, is convenient and pleasing. A tall basket with a glass of water which holds flowers, set in the center of the table makes an attractive ad- ditiOn.
 A Crex rug. if you can afford it is best, but some prefer small ones ar ranged in convenient places. Also a | wooden slat rOll-Curtain makes a more private room for you. It can be roIi- 1 ed out of the way when not in use. Several chairs with cretOnne cover ings are always welcome and inviting, if there is room to place them. If vOur table is in the center, arrange your chairs facing it, so as to give l the home circle effect. It is more | convenient, hOmelil<e and comfOrta- ble for you and your guests. If your railing is wide enough to i put long wooden boxes on, you can fill them with ferns paint the boxes green and you have at least part of the woods to look at. SoIomon's Seal looks very pretty mixed with ferns. | The boxes can also be suspended from the outside of the railing with shelf brackets if there is not room on top of the railing tC hold them firm. If you are unable to get ferns, gera- niums, with the hanging ivy, are very attractive the red blossoms against the green are as pretty a combination | as you could wish for.
 JardenieTres, filled with peOnies or any other large and shOWy flowers, or hydrangeas, are a big addition. Set them on the top step or where they
 
 Very small trees set in tubs are very artistic and can be obtained at the nurseries, about one foot high, or l a larger size. Small flower pots with bright colored plants can be placed around. Paint the flower pots green or some of the new shades and de- signs that are to be seen in magazines. Some are stripped and very showy. Some have stencil designs, and some | are covered with crepe paper. Here is a chance for the Cornerites to show their color.
 With your furniture well placed, flowers and ferns or plants added, you may have a delightful spot in your home that spells comfort and enjoy ment. Hanging baskets are nice if 1 you have them. Anything that adds | to the attractfveness of your out of door room.
 On appropriate days, the flag takes | full possession and blows and snaps
 in the breeze with all it's vigor. a symbol of national enthusiasm and home protection. Is there anything that shows up more than the Stars and Stripes, on a verandah, lawn or | tower Every home should have one or more, and to see them displayed, dcaped or waving from an attractive | porch or verandah. gives evidence of | your patriotism and your effort to | show your COlOrs.
 I wish all the COrnerites might have
 a pleasant spot to sit out and enjoy | to 1 est, and to entertain your friends and neighbors, and those who have l | hope will beautify it, as it only takes | a little time, a little taste and a few l artistic touches, a little work and very l little expense.
 l Yours for attractive homes, l ~