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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-02-26

A marriage license was issued today
in probate court to John T. DeLong
age %. Topeka, and Hazel Martin,
age 20. Topeka.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-02-26

(Sixth and last of series ON Care
of Babies prepared for the State Jour
nal by the ChiIdren's Bureau, United
States Department of Labor.)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Lost Books in q Fire.

A girl of 15, who loves to read and who lost all her books by fire three years ago, would be glad if some one who has books that have been read and are no longer wanted, would pass them on to her She lives on a farm far from neighbors. The last overflow filled her flower pit end she lost her potted flowers. She would be glad of rooted slips or cuttings Of chry ysanthemums, geraniums, begonias ferns, or of any potted plants or of bulbs. In the line of books she particularly wishes dictionary and a copy of Shak- speare. M. D. "
 This appeal comes from the sister of the little sick girl. H. w.. about whom letter appeared while ago. Her mother writes to me that the child has had many re- sponses, that a doll workbox. quilt pieces, and many little articles which have been a great comfort to her have been sent to the child. who is now rather better. hope the same generous aid may be accorded the older sister which has been extended to the younger child. A 15 year old girl whose chief desire in the reading line is Shakespeare and die tonary to my mind deserves to be en- couraged.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

have learned sufficient wisdom to direct themselves.
 When you practice such ideas with your own children the worst that can be said of you is that you are perhaps little too strict and have a disposition to be more or less of martinet, but no one really accuses you of cruelty. On the other hand, If you follow the same scheme of living with your stepchild or your adopted child you lay yourself open to all kinds of harsh criticism and you must be prepared for this and be firm in your decision as to what course you will pursue before you decide upon whether or not to adopt child.
 Some one breaks in upon me Just here: But lots Of adopted children do go wrong. I knew case myself of a girl of bad parentage who was carefully brought up and then threw off all restraint and went to the bad after she was grown. And boy l knew who was adopted into a fine family turned out dreadfully."
 Yes, my dear friend, and I can give you case upon case of children who were not adopted and who turned out badly I know of one Christian family in which a. well brought up child with unstained generations back of her, took to thieving and vice as naturally as if she had been born and reared in the slums, and of moro boys than l could count, with similar inheritances of clean blood, who broke their parents hearts by evil ways. If these had been the children of adoption what a hue and cry there would have been over the risk the people run who take strangers into their homes.
 Always it should be borne in mind that few and far between are the men and women fitted and trained for bringing up children of their own. As I see the lack of discipline, the disobedience, the dis respect, the headstrong willfulness, the direct violation of all family rules and traditions which prevail amidst the chill dren of many of my friends and &C., quaintances the wonder grows with ma that we have so many respectable citi- zens among grown men and women! The fact that such a large proportion of spoiled boys and girls turn out decent adults is the strongest argument 1 know of the power of ultimate good to triumph.
 When I consider all this theAperils of adoption dwindle in my eyes. Yet it is UOl d lCidIiOiiouiP IO DC CillCl Co illO iS ht~ ly or unadvisedly. The mother of chill dren feels she cannot put them away from her. They are bone of her bone and flesh of her flesh. A similar sense of responsibility and of individuality must be cultivated by her relative to her adopted children if she expects to do them full justice. Her loyalty to them must be as close as it would be to her own if she expects to have the comforts for herself and the benefits for them that can be derived from the adopted relation at it's best.
 This is my opinion. What is that of the Cornerites? I shall hope for a full and candid response to the query.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23


 this, after little experience you will learn that child runs through certain failings just as he falls the victim to various infantile diseases and that he comes out of both and is cheerfully ready for some thing else of a different nature, and you reach the point where you take his physi- cal or moral falls from grace with cer- tain philosophy, and the faith that with judicious care this, too, shall pass away. But if the child is adopted, in nine eases out of ten you begin to wonder what un- known weakness has been handed down and to lose time and sleep in anxiety over the matter. Before you adopt child you should be pretty sure of your ability to meet such contingencies as these with common sense and patience
 In other respects besides those of pri- vate distress and heart searchings the way of the adopting mother is not easy. Her case is much the same as that of the stepmother. concerning whom I have often spoken sympathetically in the Cor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

reared in habits of wholesome living amidst clean and sanitary surroundings there Is no reason why he should suffer from tubercular trouble. The same state ment is made with regard to other forms of diease.
 The fact remains that there are certain diseases which are transmissible, which are In the blood and are almost bound to be inherited either in the second or third generation. Their consequences are so terrible that no one should be willing to pass them on or to take into the family one infected with the dreadful taint. Un- less one is positive of the record of the parents of a child to be adopted, every known test of the blood and of anything else that will tell the truth about the child's physical condition should be taken before there is a decision made concern ing him.
 So to my mind that Is the first and great est consideration to look to in the matter of adopting child of any age. A clean
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Lonely Young Wife.

"I receive so much enjoyment from reading the Corner. It's like having
 chat with the different people who write to you. You have helped so many that I'm going to ask your assistance for my self I am the lonely young wife of a workingman and would like to fird con- genial companion with whom I could take walks and who has a leaning to- wards good literature. or possibly some one may know of club I might join. I am not by any means bluestocking, but I believe we should always try to im- prove ourselves I shall be grateful if you will print this. I cannot think of any
 way at present where can be of help to the Corner. but shall certainly offer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

bill of health is an essential and no trouble should be too great to assume in order to secure the nearest possible approach to certainty in the matter.
 That once settled, other details present themselves. In the first place, why are you adopting the child?
 My correspondent says frankly that she wishes one to keep her from getting too lonesome. In other words, her own hap piness and comfort are the chief induce ments.
 My observation and experience have not led me to have much faith in the result of experiments undertaken with ones own peace or joy as primary motives They are all right in their place, but if one goes into any enterprise with only per sonal wel-being in view the outcome is not invariably success.
 Perhaps I do my correspondent an in- justice, since she goes on to tell us that she can offer an adopted child good home, education, and lots of love All
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Quilt and Rug Pieces.

!" For some time have been wanting to write to the Corner to ask favor. It may not seem much to some, but it would help me wonderfully. l have always had a hard time making a living and now am alone with three small children. One of them is afflicted and I am not strong myself. Will some one be kind enough to send me some pieces to make patchwork quilt? Or I would be glad to get any old things suitable for making plaited rugs or to get anything to read. will gladly pay the postage on such things, as l have nothing to give in return. am poor and lonely and away out in the country and will be so thankful if I can get any pieces or rug material. MRS. l.. C.
 Although the writer offers to pay the postage on anything sent to her, it would be a burden for her and ought not to be necessary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

these point to the likelihood that she may have the advantages to the child as much in mind as her owkpleasure, and in that case there is less probability of disap- pontment. These considerations will help her to endure patiently the disillu sionments which are inevitable in the care and bringing up of any child, whether it be born of your own flesh or adopted.
 Right here is one of the difficulties in the path of the adopting parent. The peculiarities and faults she would take for granted or hardly notice in her own child assume importance in the case of the adopted son or daughter. Suppose your small boy or girl displays symp- toms of violent temper. Possibly you may recall certain tendencies of your own or of his fathers or of some even remoter forbear, but unless you are nervous or unbalanced or the manifestations are especially alarming you will not worry unduly over the matter. but set to work to try to combat the fault. More than
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
To Make Babp Quilts.

I noticed in the Helping Hand that some one has cotton or silk pieces for patchwork to give away to any one who would like them. We have had lot of bad luck. My husband has been sick and not able to work, and am soon to become a mother. l haven't any little quilts and am not able to buy them, but I am handy with a needle and could make them if had the material. If you would send me the address of B. A. B. would appreciate it very much. MRS. A. l.. K"
 Again 1 must report that the pieces asked for have been given away. SO that cannot pass on the help l would gladly give. 1 am sure there are some who can supply her with the pieces she wishes for the little quits that will be needed by the coming baby. Send for her address.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

acknowledging the receipt of letters sent to me through you. have answered all the letters sent me and am more grateful than I can express. God bless you!
 "H. K.'' Some will recall the letter from this cor respondent in which she told of the lone- ly life she and her husband led and Of their need of reading matter and of q saddle, etc. The letter printed shows the generous response her appeal must have met and is another evidence of the fine work done by the Corner echo from the bottom of my heart the blessing she calls down upon it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

 rections I have. and if so I would much appreciate your giving it to ma on the page. My husband was born and raised in Scotland and he talks a great deal of the good, thick broths he used to have at home in his young days. Can you help me out with method that won't be ex- pensive or troublesome? GLASGOW"
 Here is the simplest recipe have for the soup: Soak half cup of barley or rice in cold water for an hour. then put it into quart of good mutton broth in which a half onion has simmered for fif- teen minutes. Cook slowly three-quar- ters of an hour add tablespoon of minced parsley, and after ten minutes boiling thicken with two tablespoons of butter and one of flour. and season to taste with salt md pepper.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Looking tor Others.

"I have found such dear friends through the page and would like to find otl CTS MRS. c. w. S.''
 print this line from letter composei chiefly of requests for the addresses or those to whom the writer thinks she can be of help. just to give some little ldea ot t,.s many s1ch testimonies am constant r. receiving of the help and comfort the L....er brings. The old saying that those who would have friends must show therE- selves friendly is illustrated day in and day out by our constituency.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

is! Unfortunately A. H. did not give the signature appended to the request or send the clipping with the appeal upon it, so that we are unable to trace the appli- cant. However, glasses are always in demand and I have no doubt that the appearance of the above letter will be the signal for many requests for the spec tacles so kindly offered In writing for the address of A. H. a stamp for reply should accompany the letter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Pieces for Patchwo ork.

twill you please send me some of your pieces for patchwork? My sister advises me to write to you, as am in need of such pieces at present. and she says that you helped her much in that way. D. B.
 trust there may be enough Cornerites with patches to give away to make it pos sible to help this applicant. w te to me fO; her a1drpSS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Simple Hearing Apparatus.

'' This is the first help I have extended the department and did not dream that your field was so wide. I have received and answered letters from several states in regard to the hearing apparatus and it's use, and 1t has been a great pleasure to me, hoping as I do that it may perhaps help another as it did me. and for that pleasure and for any good my effort may have accomplished have the department to thank. So you will add also ttls thanks of mine to that great heap under which you must surely be smothered by now? I shall indeed watch from now on with renewed interest, trusting for an- other chance to help again
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Grateful for Help.

With all my heart thank you for the Kindness shown me through the appear. ance of my letter in the Corner. This IS the first opportunity I have had ot
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Four Pairs of SpectacLes.

Kindly publish the address Of the woman who wrote to the Corner of her need of glasses and will gladly send her several pairs. some of which may suit her. My aunt and sister both died of heart trouble in the winter and have four pairs of spectacles which hope your correspondent uaay be able to use.
 "A. h."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Little Girl Wants Music.

<<U AM little girl of 12, My mamma te has been dead for eight years and
 my papa has broken leg and has
 been out of work for some time.
 As l live with my grandma and she has piano thought I would like to take music lessons thre ugh correspondence in the way spoken of by J. F. J. in the Cor ner. I would be willing to pay postage on any music C.J. B."
 J. F. J. did not give her address, and we turn to some of our other musicians to get help or advice for the little F year old. I trust there may be some one who will help her in her attempt. I have her ad- dress and will send it to any one writing for it and inclosing stamp.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

SUNDAY. BREAKFAST. Grapefruit. Cereal. Broiled kidneys. Rice mullins. Coffee. LUNCHEON. Beef loaf. Pork and beans. Thin bread and butter. Lemon jelly. Cookies. DINNER. Tomato bisque. Roast breast of veal. Baked eggplant. Whipped potatoes. Butterscotch pie. Coffee. !: 4: MONDAY. BREAKFAST. Oranges. Cereal. Bacon and appier. Rolls. Coffee. LUNCHEON. Mince of beef [leftoverl. Baked potatoes Crackers. Cheese.
 Jam. ~ Tea. DINNER. Bean soup [leftoyerl. Sliced veal. Stewed tomatoes [leftoverl, Potato puff Ileftover]. Hawaiian pineapple. Lady fingers. Coffee. <: ss TUESDAY. BREAKFAST. Tangertnes. Cereal. Baked eggs. Toast. Coffee. LUNCHEON. Fried scrapple. Boiled sweet potatoes. Buns. Marmalade.
 Tea. DINNER Onion soup. Curried veal. Rice. Chilled bananas. Baked custard. A Coffee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
FAMILY MEALS FOR A WEEK

WEDNESDAY,. BREAKFAST. Baked apples. Cereal. Kippered herring. Rolls.
 Coffee. LUNCHEON. Baked bread and cheese. Fried sweet potatoes [leftoverl. Gingersnaps.
 Tea. DINNER. Green pea soup [without n.eatl. Baked shad. Mashed potatoes. String beans. Canned cherry rolypoly. Coffee. THURSDAY BREAKFAST. Oranges.
 Cereal. Bacon and eggs Mullins
 Coffee. LUNCHEON. Baked sausage Potato cakes [eftoverl. Warmed up mullins. Jam. DINNER. Barley broth. Baked liver. Stewed onions. Macaroni and cheese. Cottage pudding. Coffee.
 II A FRIDAY. BREAKFAST. stewed prunes. Cereal. Picked up shad. Rolls.
 Coffee. LUNCHEON. Spanish eggs. Warmed over macaroni. Graham gems. Crackers Cheese.
 Tea. DINNER. Potato soup. Baked hallbut. Onion sasfie. CBrien YJcs-:.ioes. Bread pudding. Coffee. is ss SATURDAY. BREAKFAST. Oranges. Cereal. Plain Auelet. Quick biscuit Coffee. LUNCHEON. scalloped hai1but fleftovsrl. Flashed potatoes lleftoverl. Hot gingerbread. Cocoa. DINNER. Scotch broth. Broiled steak. French fried potatoes. Stewsd celery. C Raisdn puns. CoHsa.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
Scotch Broth.

Will you give me simple recipe for Scotch broth? I have one that is in- -volved. but am sure there must be an easier way of making it than by the di-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23

"I am inclosing directions how to use the rubber. It is vulcanized rubber, and comes in sheet form; each sheet costs about 75 cents, and may be cut in four pieces for use, making each piece about 20 or 25 cents. Each piece cut for use should be about twelve inches wide and about fourteen inches long. Any firm can tell you how to procure it. I would ad- wise the user to try it before purchasing because there are many who cannot hear with it as do.
 The way to use 1t is this: Place the center of the end Of the rubber between the teeth; especially is it we'll to have the eye teeth touch 1t firmly; then with the hand on the other end of the rubber bend it slightly forward. It is this bend or con cave that articulates and the more it is bent the louder will be the sound of the voice that reaches the nearer. One must face speaker directly and not far away to procure the best results. But the rub Der is fine for music. One can hear that distinctly with it.
 am sure no one would find this prac- tical for business, but only as perhaps a slight relief from that awful silence; that IS all 1t has been for me. The rubber does not hurt the mouth, and a small piece Will give plenty of samples. Thank you again for allowing me to help. J. L. T."
 think myself that the thanks should be on the other side. As have said before, aids to the hearing are always in de- mand, and any assistance offered is eager ly accepted. l trrst that these clear di- rections may be used by many with great success. and that they will communicate the result of their experiments to me that may pass on any good they have won frcm this simple means
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
See a Physician.

A Home Reader :" asks for doc tors prescription for her child That is something we cannot give and in the case she describes her best plan will be to take the child to a good physician and get remedy. Such troubles as she men tions are not uncommon with young chill dren. and are sometimes outgrown, but on the chance of there being a menace in the condition it is wiser to consult a doctor and not trust to any chance recom- mendations of the laity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-23
my services at the first opportunity.


 There should surely be some other wife whose husband is away all day, or some unmarried woman with little time on her hands would be glad to know $. B. and read and walk and talk with her. Pos sbly also some one may know such woman's club as she would like to join. where she can keep her wits bright and receive stimulus in reading and think ing. l agree with her that self-improve- ment is not to be neglected. wonder if she could not find some companionship in a working girls club or in church or philanthropic work where she would meet pleasant friends Can some of the con- stituency give little advice and help?
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 4 Washing Compound.
 As Mrs. A. W. R. asks for washing compound, I thought I would send her mine, which is good: One ource of salts of tartar. one ounce of dry ammonia, one 10 cent can of lye. The method of making is to place these ingredients in a tin pail pour upon them one gallon of boiling water, and let it stand until settled. Place the mixture in a glass fruit jar and keep covered. One cup of the liquid is added to one boiler of water. s. F. P.'' I am not positive if this is the sort of washing compound desired by Mrs. A. w. R. Her request was for one contain ing salts of tartar. which is an ingredient of this. but last week there was recipe given for another cleaning compound that was to cleanse rugs, carpets. and curtains. and to use in shampoo. The sender of this recipe given today says nothing of such uses for her compound but the Cornerite seeking it can make her choice between the two.
The Cordova daily times., 1916-09-07

That Arkansas conductor who held his train O minutes Tor milk for sick baby might also have been praised for uphold ~ the traditions the state in keeping behind train schedule
The Cordova daily times., 1916-09-07
INSULTS TO NEUTRALITY.

Reports becoming numerous of American citizens travelling neutral passenger lines other neutral countries being subjected to ncgnes while passing through the patrolled by the English fleet
 Captain Hiortdahl, of the Norwegian liner Shrstiana- ford three successive trips avoided the English patrol ses which stirred the English patrol special efforts catch his boat and by sending vessels day and hafs travel be- yond the ordinary English line of patrol they succeeded in holding up the Norwegian liner and took it to Krkwal in charge of six armed English officers For four and half days the liner held by the English government, thorough search being made of the cargo might bes expected
 Not only the baggage of every passenger thoroughly examined also all other personal belongings including pocket books lette but what made this search offensive and
 insult the neutral citizens the order that every pas enger had to every stitch of clothing Not excluded from this order Even the sOes of the shoes examined for hidden articles.
 The protest of Captain Hordahl of avail His pro against the removal of all mail matter except that for Rus sa likewise ignored The captain protested sharply that the English officers wanted to take him to jail.
 While the search the passengers held entertain men for those board and group sang ''Do Wach am Rhein'' in defiance of the English officers.
 The experienced by the passengers the Chris anaord is repeated every vessel caught by the English patrol fleet The nsoence of the British habit ated by cable dispatch telling that mail for the American consulate in China had been censored!
The Cordova daily times., 1916-09-07
WAR AND NEWS.

The BrpmcnS capture turns out to be British myth. War and half brothers anyway Whatever any suppression of publication flinders the press of the world in its inquiries and its freedom to publish what it finds leads the dissemination of false and malicious mis information.
 Early newspapers opposed by government because arrogant crafty oficadom feared the effect of noma ton among the pubic and finally newspaper publishing encouraged because the realization that would abolish the evil effects of dangerous reports that passed from tongue tongue And that in reality the result The designing gossip lost his force with the coming of the newa per- The public learned to depend upon the printed column in stead of upon a neighbours loose talk.
 War tIroes the avenues of news Fear may choke them entirely; strategy may fill them with lies The public knows not what believe Censosps not only delete but they also may attempt poison the This has been shown repeat odIy the passage of European through the British of fees and Germany has coored things beautifully for home consumption.