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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
What to Take on Week End Trip

though with a little care 1t is possible to Ao so satisfactorily.
 For the evening" if the hostess is likely to attend club dances or have parties for her guests. she must have one fr0ck, not too elaborate, but sum- mery and becoming, and to be perfect ly sure that she will be prepared for any emergency; she should have a knowledge where she is going to visit and plan her best gown accordingly. Should her favorite stamping ground be 1 community where they boast of a country club or hotel her gown must be of a more dressy type than would be the case were she expecting to visit friends who live on farm in a truly rural Style. In that case the really dressy gown could be omitted from the contents of the suit case, and she could replace it by some of last years dresses.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
WHOLE WHEAT BREAD

INTO . mixing bowl put two tea
 spoonfuls of salt. lard size of wall nut. two mixing spoonfuls of molasssa and dissolve with two cupfuls of hot water. Add two cupfuls of cold wa ter and one yeast cake dissolved in one cupful of lukewarm water Then beat in gradually two cupfuls bread flour and whole wheat flour to make a dough that can be kneaded. Knead just enough to make smooth enough to put in bread raiser. Let rise over night. Early in the morning divide into four large double loaves. Make smooth, put in pans, grease tops and let double. Bake in slow oven three- quarters of an hour. Butter crust when taken from the oven and let get cold before putting into jars. This bread is very light and spongy and easy to make.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

HUHH .ffDt requirements of . girl or
 woman who is looking forward to upen6lng week ends in the country Is 'e oeiection of dresses which will be compact and so arranged that . so- ~3ourn in q suit case will not do them any harm. She will also need coa- tunes that will be interchangeable. as useful in the afternoons as in the evenings, but her sporting clothes will be for morning wear alone.
 Ar q travelling outfit the beGt selec- tion will be dark silk dress and q stopcoat, and by wearing this combina- tion on the train she will be able to avoid having to include In her pack Ing wrap for wear during cold even tngs or indictment days when a sweater would be out of place.
 In the way of dark silk gown she might use a foulard, taffeta, crepe, de chino or one of the novelty silks and have 1t made 50 that it could be ar ranged at the neck with different types of collars. thus allowing for a trans formation from a plain silk gown to a slightly dressy gown, suitable for Sum- days or evening wear.
 For mornings she will need at least two skirts and several shirt waists, and 1t wNl be better to select one of the Rabrics not 50 easily crushed. such as striped crape. p0ngee or gaberdine. but the atrires should be of the shade that will harmonixe well with her plain iraveling hat, which must also be used with her morning dresses and her sweater. These things will harmonize nicely If the vacationist will but invest { in q, few really nice clothes and not de- send entirely upon the left over clothes ok other seasons Should 1t be neces- cary to uss up last seasun's garments it viii be harder to plan wardrobe which would be exactly the proper thing e wear for week end visits. al-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
Potpourri Pillows.

SHE who is about to refill her rose
 jar with fresh potpourri of roses can utilize the leaves of last year or even longer back for the latest fad of the Parisienne-the potpourri or rose pillow. Such pillow consists of the ordinary soft stuffed affair with a large flat sheet waddingT sachet thickly spread with the potpourri filling slipped under it's velvet or liberty satin cover ing. Such pillows are vaguely but de- lightfully fragrant and almost as good for sleeplessness, nerves and megrims as the famed pine needle cushion va riety. and frequent shakings up will make potpourri leaves of older date efficient for these pillows; but one sea- sons use in the pillow. whether the rose leaves be fresh or from the better guarded rose jar, will exhaust the saciet. which should therefore be re- n'ewed each summer.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
How to Make Rose Beads

HILL a pail with rose petals and put
 them through the meat chopper using the finest knife. Grind them eight times a day for four days. but at about the second grinding add one teaspoon full of tincture of iron and three or four teaspoonfuls of copperas the size or a pea, with sometimes little oil of rose.
 When the rose putty is eight days old make beads, using thimbie to measure the putty so that the beads will be uniform Then dry them down to about half their size.
 Roll each thimbleful in hand to make smooth and round and let them dry awhile, but before they become too firm put them on hatpins to make the holes for stringing and let them stay on until dry and hard. When hard put them in olive oil for an hour or two. let them dry again and then string.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

materially affected by damp atfnos- phere, which is . strong point in it's favor.s .ltff M
 Orgsndie is fashionable, and some qualities are beautiful, but certain loose weaves are not durable. The period of service is too short to jus tify them for economy, and they will not be worth the time spent in fine hand work. Null and batiste are soft and sheer and give fair degree of service. Paris muslin and wash chif- ion resemble swiss in appearance, but have not been so generally known.
 The durability of gown owes much to good workmanship in its construc- ton and finishings. If a gown is to be laundered satisfactorily 1t must be strong enough to have medium heavy iron pushed over it. rubbing against as well as over it's seams and
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

Among the later day materials voile has won a place which it has held agatnAt all rivals. It gives . decidedly different character of gown from the swiss of whatever quality. yoile Is perhaps the strongest sheer fabric for gowns In; the best quality it Is soft and transparent as silk chiffon or lightweight georgette crape.> When well made 1t will stand long and steady service It gives a lovely foundation for fine hand decoration. such as hern- stitched and plain run tucks. No rna- sterial gives as desirable background for beautiful faces Of the fine valen- ciennes type or the heavier Irish crochet It does not crush in the ob- 3ectionable manner that many fabrics do, and wrinkles come out to a great extent if the garment is carefully ar- ranged on a coat hanger. voile is not
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

figure. One falling fiat over the shoul- derh to the waist line vsils heavy ng- ure if it crosses the shoulder near the center and joins the waist line a short space from the center.
 ii Of the two fascinating tub ffocks H. lustrated one is put up in white and checked voile. The three tier skirt with ,borders Of the check Is especially interesting. as 10 the polero. The check being blue, a suitable girdle is blue taf- feta ribbon. while the white satin sailor has little clusters of forgetmenots On it's. brin. Another gown. also of voile. is flowered as well as checked. The skirt is set on . rear and hip yoke.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

forming a straisht front and the sine pie waist closes on one side with novelty buttons. A deep hem has . black ribbon fiuting atop. which is de- tachable. like the black girdle.
 Linen for suits promises . near im- mortality, and the fashionable suit of blue ramie linen. with its hip length coat cut Norfolk jacket and satchei pockets,is extremely attractive, The iop sided sailor. with a blue poppis as trimming. is very modish. .... ls
 All sorts of charming neck fixfnss still hood bargain counters. and the one pictured is of white net with cuffs to match. F1utings. tuclxs and crochet buttons set on this shawl collar.
 For sport girls are smocks of white linen. English drill and gaiatea. The cut shows one with ornate shocking. pockets, low belt and collar and cuffs of bun linen. ,a 4t..tiss
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

bindings. All edge stitchings must be on the very edge to hold it down. All ends must be securely fastened to hold against strain. eheeri1ess and daifiti- ness are maintained through small French or overland seams, rolled gath CTS for ruf1es. rolled edges with lace overhAnded Whipped by hand). smooth, even tueks and hems turned on thread lines and sewed on edge of trimmings.
 Trimmings of faces or embroidery on foundations to match the fabric of the gown must be thoughtfully chosen. A study of a few good, simple patterns of real lace will give a safe basis for
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

selecting valenciennes laces. The sim piest patterns are usually more sffsc- tive than elaborate ones
 Often we have seen a tall person with rows of cross lines which sug- gested a ladder. and the broad. long stripes oh the large woman, making her appear still wider. There is value in the theory when used with discre- tion and Limitations. but when carried to extremes it defeats it's aim by ex- aggerating what 1t was meant to veil. It is of more value in draping than in flat trimming. A fichu draped far out on the shoulders and caught in front on the chest will fill out too thin
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19

HE hnotty problem which
 many women have to smooth out n securing comfortable " summer outfit h the choice of maferiAls. There is no use consulting tht weather bureau about ii, because. n a rule its. prophecies arc made while the evsnts are occurring.
 'rhe Chinese stlks known as pongee. tussof and shAntuhg havs swirled up Into the highest fashion. They are usod th thetr natural colors and when thte n loo negative for the face q dash q color h introduced. usually q vivid l2ia6s in tho way Of stripes or fiowers.
 1pplin ts m Irish fabric that has cnns ana gons through the decades. m ArherlcA tt h woven in both silk and cotton threAds. and the latter has been wildly accepted for separate skirts as . sAbstituts for linen and cotton duck.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
MINT shEReEr.

CHOP one cupful of mint leaves and steep in the juice of two lemons for fifteen minutes. Boil one pint of water and one pint of sugar until they begin to candy. Add one cupful of orange juice and the mint mixture. Strain. cool add the beaten white of one egg and freeze. 0arnish with cans
 died cherries.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
FRUIT PUNCH.

poUR one cupful of strong tea over \ one cupful of sugar and add the juice of two oranges. the juice of two lemons. one pint of ginger ale and one pint of miperal water. Strain into punch bowl over large piece of fec and garnish with slices of oranges and maraschino cherries.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-07-19
EMBROIDERED CHIFFON.

CHIFFON embroidered in self color
 or contracting color in large fiow- CTS is. much used in combination wish taffeta or crape for afnDaaA
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-03-21

they are not aware there is a Spoon
river in this state, emptying into the
Illinois river. 1t is as real name as
that of Billy Herndon, Lincoln's law
partner, who is sketched in the
book"
Look at this. Here's a letter from
an old horse trader who used to do
business along Spoon river. He's out
in California. Been reading what I
wrote about fiddlers and barn dances
in the old days. And here he's scrib-
bled the musical notes of an old tune
they used to play. He hasn't heard
it in years And he wants to know
if remember how the rum-tum-tid-
die Of it goes,
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-03-21
MASTERS BOOK DRAWS NOTICE
FROM WHOLE WORLD

Edgar Lee Masters book, "SpOon
River Anthology has reached its
'steenth edition and $4,000 copies
have been sold to date.
Up in his Office in the Marquette
bldg. on a floor overlooking the post
Office dome, letters come in from
around the wide world. People who
have read the book want to know
this and that.
English reviewers wonder where
the name Spoon River came from"
says Masters. mot having a detail
map of the state Of Illinois at hand,
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-03-21

A Titian-haired school teacher
from Niles Center drops in to say
she knows a lot of people like those
pictured in Spoon River Antholo-
gy." She asks an autograph.
A letter from John S. Phillips, edi-
tor of the American magazine, ar
rives. It says Phillips used to live
in the Spoon river country and he's
glad to have a. book of portraits OF
'em.
Side by side are missives from
calm, well-contained federal judges.
and anarchs and disturbers. The an
archs take delight in the picture Of
the corrupt judge who cries from the
grave that his head is a nesting place
for snakes. The federal judges, on
the other hand, enjoy the probing for
truth and the solemn stately ca
dences of the book.
A note from Blanche Ring says
that singer and dancer read the book
coming from New York to Chicago
and she liked best the little life story
of the man who died of thirst for
knowledge which he tried to slake by
committing to memory the Encyclo-
Pedia Britannica.
Songs and Satires" is the title Of
a new book of poems by Masters to
be issued by MacMiIlan's next
month.
TRIBUNE WAGON STRIKES AUTO
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-03-21

TRIBUNE WAGON STRIKES AUTO
OF DEPARTMENT STORE
A rafting circulation delivery
wagon of the Chicago Tribune
smashed into an auto truck owned
by the M. L. Rothschild Clothing Co.,
Jackson blvd. and State St, last
night.
The Tribune wagon, in a hustle to
get the early edition Of the morning
paper in the hands of the route
newsboys, skidded when it reached
a point opposite 1853 W. Monroe st.
The Rothschild auto was in the way.
Both drivers were slightly bruised;
car and wagon damaged.
A few women are born beautiful,
but most Of them have beauty thrust
upon them by the society reporters,
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
MYSTIC.

Contractor F. E. Barlow is building a most artistic fireplace at Camp Mys- tic, in the old peace meeting grounds above Mystic, which is being used as a summer camp by Miss Mary lobe of New York The grounds are to be left in an untouched condition, as the own CT admires the novel effect of old trees, shrubs, rocks and the generally natural condition which prevails at the camp after the many years of neglect which has been its share since the old peace meeting days.
 The big pavilion is being remodeled into a. house which is the headquarters of the colony. all around it being sites for tents in which the girls will spend the nights.
 The big living room has had electric lights and with the addition of the fire place, composed of rocks taken from the surrounding lot, many of them cov- cred with lichen, and being highly val ued by Miss lobe for this reason, makes an ideal place to spend wet days or cool evenings
 On the rear of the building is wide veranda providing plenty of room for dancing. A tennis ground is to be made, and the stakes have been driven for bath house in which will be in stalled several showers and all the fa- cilities necessary for conveniences The water for the baths will be piped a dis tance of 500 feet.
 The river laps the bottom of the hill on which the camp is located and pro- vides perfect setting for gem of a spot. A boat is to be secured before the season actually opens and salt wa
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
eRoToN.

The foundation is practically com pleted for the new brick chimney at the power plant in Thames street. The work of erecting the stack can be com menced at once and the brick is ex- pected to arrive at any time The Con- necticut Construction company of Norwich has the contract for the foundation and has made good progress in the work. There is no question of uses of the borough and it's extended lines to Groton Long Point, the navy yard and Eastern Point, as in case the chimney is not completed as soon as the demand for electricity is increased a blower can be installed for emer- gency use which will take care of any demand which can be made.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
ALWAYS TEST SEED.
Competition of the Day Means That
 Increased Yields are Necessary.

The importance of pure seed is again brought to the attention of farmers. due to the fact that there is nothing that they can do which will increase their profits with as little labor as win the use of good seed. Why, then. should not farmers test their seed2 There is absolutely no good in plant ing seed that cannot grow. Judging from the stand of crops found a large used. If only 50 per cent of a growing mount of poor seed and dead seed is crop natures it means that 40 acres out of every 100 are unpT0fitable.
 Increased yields from every acre are imperative and better quality is demanded if every farmer is to pay the interest on his investment and make fair wages and profits. He must meet more strenuous competi- tion every year. Therefore he must put into practice those methods which will enable him to get the greatest returns from labor invested. The only way to decided whether the seed is good or not is to test samples of all that is used. This is easily done with the corn crop when only four or five kernels from each ear are necessary to use to test those of an ear. Secure seed immediately and set 1t, then you will have sufficient time to obtain more if you find that what you have already secured is too poor for seed purposes. Secure all seed corn on the ear if possible.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
YOUNG FRUIT TREES.
Some Advice Regarding Purchasing,
 Planting and Pruning.

Where to Buy. The prospective buyer of fruit trees often asks two questions: first where and of whom shall I get my trees. and secondly, are southern grown trees as good as those grown near home To the first ques- ton we answer, purchase your trees from any reliable nurseryman whom you or your neighbors know. Second, it makes little or no difference where trees are grown as long as you get first class tree.
 When a shipment of trees is re- ceived the box or bundle should be opened If they are in good condition they should be planted immediately If this is impossible they should be heeled in the ground and the roots well covered with soil so they will not dry out. If the trees are dry they should be soaked in water for a few hours before planting.
 Setting. Trees should not be set in land which is very wet or muddy es- pecially if 1t is liable to bake. The holes for the trees should be made large enough to accommodate the roots without crowding, that Is, make the hole fit the roots not the roots to tho hole. While digging the hole place the upper dark soil at one side to be used later when filling in around the roots. The tree should be set two or three inches deeper than it grew in the nursery, crooked trees
 may be made to appear straight by setting the crooked part below the surface and keeping the trunk upright. If two people work together one can hold the tree in position while the other throws in the upper soil This soil should be worked and well packed around the roots either with the fingers or by working the tree up and down a few times to allow dhe soil to stft in about the roots. When the
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
Are You Rssistersd7

Are You Resistered7 Once there was a boy. Full of 'tpep."
 Smart as lightning about most things.
 Decided to be scout. Troop voted ''yes."
 Found out 1t cost a quarter to reg i, ister. His quarter was at the candy stora and the movies.
 Forgot to bring one next time. Forgot 1t again.
 Then the forget habit'' had him. Scoutmaster knew he meant to pay it, so he didn't put him out. Passed his tests like streak. Memorial day near.
 Scouts to decorate graves, parade and conduct memorial services. In uniform, of course.
 The forget habit" stuck. He woke up a week before the event. Scoutmaster happened to be out of Parents put up money for uniform Special delivery to national headquar- ters.
 Last minute rush in supply depart ment.
 Just time enough to get it to him. but
 He wasn't registered.
 Not a member.
 No right to wear uniform or badge or call himself a scout
 wouldn't be fair to registered scouts if he did
 Had to watch from the sidelInes. No part in the, ceremonies. Bet he will be in line on the Fourth. F. S.-How about yourself?
 Troop 1.
 At the regular meeting Friday even ing at 7.15 o'clock the interpatrol con- test was won by the Blazing Arrow patrol and the prize was an overnight hike to the Chelsea Boat club lodge. During the week R. Sage passed the compass and R. Peale first aid, thereby passing all his second class tests.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
WHAT THE BOY SCOUTS ARE DOING
Troop g.

Troop g.
 The meeting May was called to order at 7.30. The roll call was read and the record of the previous meeting heard. It was decided that there would be no hike Saturday. It was also decided to have lockers installed in the club room and a committee was appointed to arrange the matter. Scout Thomas Sayles then gave his talk on Newfoundland and was awarded 2 1-2 points for the excellence of his speech. The score up to May was as follows: Crows 2,5S3, Wolves 1,7S3.
 Scouts at First Aid Lecture. Several scouts from the various city troops had a rare treat Tuesday night when they were the guests of the S. N. D. Telephone company at its first given by Dr. Spier of New Haven.
 Marching Practice Tuesday. Commissioner Bruce issues the call for a scout gathering at the state armory on Tuesday, May Is, at 7.30 practice will be held for Memorial day. It is important that every scout and scoutmaster be present.
 Scout BugIers Attention. All scouts who have any ability to blow bugle or cornet will please send their names to MT. Bruce at the Y. M. c. A.
 Get That Uniform.
 What are you waiting for?
 Does your father wait for somebody to give him clothes to wear?
 Do you like the fellow who will not do anything until you hand him the things to do it with? / Waste paper is a nuisance in the house, but it's worth dollars at the paper mill.
 Every magazine wants subscribers and will pay for getting them.
 There's grass to cut. Berries to pick.
 Wood to chop.
 Cows to drive to pasture.
 Dogs, to wash.
 Golfers to caddy.
 Sidewalks to repair.
 Errands to do.
 A thousand and one things to be done in your town that we don't know anything about. Go to it
 It is expected that an advance oi 40 cents will be made in the price o1 the uniform very soon. It would be well to order yours now
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-11
FARMERS INSTITUTES FOR 1916.

The Farmers Institute scheduled for 1916 was completed in the very successful Farmers Institute held at the Tourtellotte Memorial High School Hall, North Grosvenor Dale, Conn, April 14, 1916. Thirty-one institutes have been held during the winter. The total attendance at these insti- tutes has been 2,224 farmers and farmers wives, or an average atten- dance of seventy-two The institutes held at Guilford, Riverton, Kent, Wa tertown, South Britain, Quaker Farms Simsbury, and North Grosvenor Dale had an attendance of 100 persons or over. It Is an interesting fact that fifteen out of the thirty-one institutes were held in two counties-Litchfield and New Haven.
 In comparison with last year, the figures show that despite the greatly increased activity in other lines of ex- tension work, the carrying on of ex- tension schools and the activities of the farm bereaus, the number of insti- tutes has not diminished and tn etotal attendance has increased 12 per cent.
 This year has seen a marked in crease in the demand for work in home making subjects The work done along this line has been popular and there is every indication that the de- mand for such work in our institutes