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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

'I should like to say to c. A. ", who
is Interested in the book, Charlotte Tenn
pIe,' that there are doubtless a few copies
still in existence, as 1 saw one In the
home of a friend a short time ago.
heard the story from my mother some
so years back and was naturally inter-
ested in It and in the book with its old
fashioned SIS and parchment-lilSe leaves
doubt If a reprint would cause more than
a passing interest at this time. Today
stories are given with much more local
color and problem writer's are To be found
in all the leading magazines with stories,
compared with which Charlotte Temple
would be tame, l say, let her ashes rest
in the old Trinity graveyard and her life's
story stay with forgotten things of the
past. n. S. b."
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
o the Editor of he Woman's Page
to o the Evening

Dear M'Liss-Please tell me how to
make an egg shampoo. have heard of IT,
Is it good for the hair? What is n good
hair tonic for hair when II is dry and
falling out? What is good spring medi-
cineH D. VI. b,
a simple egg shampoo is made in the
following manner: Boil quart Of water,
add to It a well-beaten egg and the shay
ings Of half cake of unGceuted pure
white soap Shake the mixture well and
bottle.
Crude oil applied to the roots Of the
hair the night before the hair is TO be
washed is said to he excellent for the
growth OF the hair and to discourage fall
ing hair.
The old-fashloned spring tonic, you
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

81 am boy 10 years of age. i am
troubled with rheumatism and have to
stay at home and away from school
lot MY father bought me a little scroll
saw that could use while at home. But
I haven't any patterns. II any of the
kind people In the Corner have any they
don't use 1 would be much pleased to have
them. RuDOLPH D.
our Jacks and Joes and Jims and hun
dreds of other boys who form the mas
culine line in our junior chapter are es-
pecally entreated TO look after this L.
year-old shut-in. This has been hard
winter for rheumatic patients (as some
of us elders know and a lad must have
something to make him forget the gnaw-
ing, racking pain on stormy days.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
PICTURESQUE Negligees

One must be an animated edition of an
old portrait to be strictly fashionable,
says Paris correspondent Negligees
are modelled on the works OF the famous
portrait painters, particularly Gainsbor-
Ough, Greuze and Joshua Reynolds. The
effect is indescribably picturesque and
may mean new note in the styles of the
future.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Game for Young Folks

Having noticed requests in your Cor
ner for games suitable for grown-up
young people, / venture TO send In one
which may be called Their Wedding
Journey Group your players in couples
by using numbered slips. Fill suitcase
with a mans overalls and cap, a woman's
apron, cloak gloves and hat Close the
Couple No. l now comes forward. Give
the man the suitcase and key. Time them
They must open the suitcase, don the
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Most Hinauspicious Y'know

All. would HI We're 'ero.
With a sword.cut on my 'ead
To return an ave the ladies,
Stringin' flowers round me bed
Or cen bloody shrapnel wound
To put me arm hin sling,
And be worried an fused hover
By some sweet young thing.
But no such luck for me, boys,
No sympathy from queens.
For there's small romance to Tommy
Who's been potted hin the jeans.
Jack o. Lantern.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
"Best Sellers" in Pansies

March is the month to start the pansy
bed. Here is a list of the largest aud bsst
ones to choose from: Adonis, light blue
with small white center. Emperor VIII.
liam. dark blue; Fire King. scarlet; GoIdan
Queen, clear golden yellow; Prince Henry,
rich royal blue; Lord Beaconfield, upper
petals lavender. lower, rich purple: Rain.
bow; peacock blue with white and red
colorings; Snow Queen, the best white;
Giant striped, mahogany striped; Giant
Yellow, large yellow flowers with giant
eve
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Parasol Hints

Some of the nc rest parasols are
studies in types-Japanese French, Rus
sian and plain American. One style has
16 ribs, each one tipped with tortoise shell
and made almost perfectly fiat. like, a,
Japanese parasol. The handle is OF carved
wood and the cover is apple-green silk
An Oriental touch is afforded by frlnged
edge on some of the fiat shapes.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Useful Things to Know

the fish under water. Peellng onions I'M.
der water will keep the eyes from water.
ing.
Wash rice in warm water. It is much
more effective than cold in removing
starch.
Alcohol will remove grass stains.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Music Stock Depleted

"If any more requests for the music 1
offered come to you please say to appli-
cants that have already given much of
it to those who obtained my address from
you. 1 will distribute 1t as best can and
am glad of the opportunity to share 1t
with music lovers W. H.
We will hold back the rush of appli-
cants and thank you for apprising us that
your store is happily depleted. we at
tach full meaning to the word glad In
your note and congratulate you.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Colored Ties With Tuxedo?

Dear Deborah RlGSh-Can you tell me If
it is correct to wear colored tie with a
tuxedo coat? Is it good form To wear a
tuxedo TO the opera? J.V.M
1t is not correct to wear colored tie
with a tuxedo or dress coat. A white
lawn bow tie should be worn with dress
suit coat. II is proper to wear a black
bow tie with a tuxedo. II is not good form
to wear tuxedo to the opera.
DEBORAH RUSH
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

travelling clothes, close the suitcase and
lock 1t and go hand in hand to the other
end of the house. Then return. take off
the clothing, pack 1t in the suitcase, close
and return the key. OF course. the empty
suitcase goes on the honeymoon, too
Others are timed and the swiftest couple
gets the first prize and the slowest the
consolation prize. e. j. X"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

Beware!
Because the robins softly cheep
Up in the trees,
And violets from the warm
earth peep
To get the breeze.
Beware
For old Jack Frost is not dead
yet
His farewell kick is his best bet.
1t may be blizzards, ice or snow,
Are on their way, for all we
know.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Marion Harland's Corner

All communication addressed TO Marion
Harlnnd should enclose n slammed, self
addressed enyelope and clipplnE, OF the
article In which you are Interested. Fer
sons Wishing to aid In the charitable
work Of the II. II. &. should write Marion
Harlnnd, In care of this paper, for nd
dresses Of those they would like to help,
and, having received them. communicate
direct with those parties.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

E1Ew dresses that the little oq the MILDLY for comfort
10 a o A IL
SL25 with MILDLY
MILDLY an frock 6 10 /
is o A
The o
Chestnut The
mo-
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Luncheon at Hotel Unchaperoned?

Dear Deborah Rush-Wil you tell me
If it is proper for a girl to so to luncheon
at a hotel with Il man unchaperoned? |
am 20 years old and see no reason why
| should not go with him. 1 would like to
have your opinion. G. " b,
A girl Of your age should not go to
luncheon at a hotel unchaperoned 1t Is
not done In correct circles.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

have been asked to explain more
about the so-called bread and butter letter
and to tell when it should be written, The
demands of good form are very stringent
on this point, and it is considered great
breach of good manners If they are not
compiled with. This does not mean that
after having spent several hours at a
dinner or entertainment a letter OF appre-
citation should be written-by no means
that would be bad break in etiquette.
But the question in point is that after
having accepted the hospitality of house
over night or for any length Of days, the
guest on returning to her own home or
on reaching her next destination should
write a gracious letter to the hostess eN-
pressing thanks for the delightful stay at
her home.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
GOOD FORM

speak of such n person by his name. II
it is not desirable to mention the name,
then to say "a man | know" is about the
best expression l can recommend.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

Good form queries should be ud-
dressed to Deborah Rush, Ioritten on
one side Of the paper and signed ioith
JtiH name and address, though initials
ONLY toiH be published upon request.
The column tUiU appear thi4 t0cek
in TUESDAYS. Thursdays and SdtHr-
ddU's EVENING LEDGER.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

know, was teaspoonful Of equal parts
sulphur and molasses. This was taken
three times day for three days. Then
there was an intermisson of three days
and the agony began again. The surpris-
ing part of it all is that so many people
who were subjected to this treatment are
alive to tell the tale.
But seriously speaking, I do not con-
slider 1t wise for a layman to prescribe
one WISH 20 physician will repay you If
your condition is run down.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Plans for Luncheon

Dear Deborah Rush-I am giving a
little luncheon next week for six friends
and would like to hear what you think
would make nice though inexpensive
menu? . Should regular napkins be
used? 3. Is bread already placed on the
plate before sitting down? 4. DO people
ever use butter chips any more, il so, do
they use bread and butter plates?
n. C. II.
l. Grapefruit in Glasses.
SweetIread Patties I'm Paper Cups.
Clear CunsOmme i'm Cups.
BrOilvd Lamb Chops
Peas. Potato Balls
Stuffed HothOuse Tomato Salad.
Cheese Crackers,
MCrinluCs of Ice Cream.
Small Cakes.
, Coffee and After Dinner Mlnts.
:. Luncheon dOilcs are better than
napkins,
g. A roll or piece of bread is placed on
the bread and butter plate
4, Yes, butter chips are used but the
plates are also used the chip is placed
at the right side of the cover and the
plate on the left side,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

The most gracious thing is to speak of
a daughter-in-law when introducing her as
a daughter Either term may be consid-
cred in good form,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

sFs i Ie sure l4e plants have attained fair
SIZE. IN ltct, II Is wise to hold tb.In in
sem!darSness I'm the huds begin 10 FORM. one
Way Way 20 force tEe plants Is To give them heat
out not TOO much lignt BY putting them in a
6oMr 6SSTm rp, Place 6ut covering with an Inverted
HTSbmeF Tbs PoI tali enough 20 permit normal growth,
Sbt SIR hs sou occsslanay5a i5a'ti about 5q ttRRe tRe
light for final blooming water Well every other
ANNUAL HRYSANTHEMUAIS-F Jobn
Bartram; Are there annual chrysaHthe-
NUNS and II So are they difficult to grow?
The annual varieties Of the chrysSntRemum 5eia
snowy and make AN effective bed or edging
They should be planted in frames when the
planted Ihey can also be planted In The open
border and Il well nqurished with bone meal
they. VIII give plenty OF bloom. The plants
Srow from two 70 three feet high and the
a variety OF coiors- They are fine Tor sIttihg
PeDissIniS5m Ie aT sumner The Inodoreum
g bngrs le9fsnePS fsa I2ase i and pure white owers
Eodsn yeIoyy vS ~ t%r9sS % The Helios Is
EARLY .i3 BEETs-Eriend John Rartram; kindly
and the advantages OF each.
For aIl-round qualities earllnsss ~ sr,,tti
beautiful color and succuence, Crosby's EayD-
tan is as good as you can grow. Il Is ex-
very soon. The plants flourish under glass or
:, tn, . zen zen ground The tTu!t Is thicker ,nan
Is a very round variety, perfectly smooth And
without any side roots. Ii does not make
large fruit. but = very teI der ana 81 eet
There Is also Extra Early Egvptlan vyhien
has somewhat small fruit The color is a
blend Of dark and light meat The DetroiT
Dark Red Is turnip beet o! early maturity
globular shape and zOned dark red hesh lis
strictly uprlght growth makes Il desirable Tor
row. Any Of the kinds mentioned can bs
bought for nve cents a packet, which Should
be sufficient for q small family.
GENIsTA--Friend John Bsrtram: What Is the
senista how docs it dover ana what Is the
The genlsta Is a perennial shrub which
srows 10 toe height of two three feet and
bears sprays Of small yellow flowers which
are very attractive. The geuista ls valuable
for filling Ia the shrubbery border. II should
pe earthed up and protected With leaves Ia
winter
SEEDING THE LAWN-Frlend John Bar
tram; Please inform when / should re-
seed bare places on PAS lawn, and what
would b. sJ1d Kind % SOW. also the name
of some Eqod fertilizer. JOAN
AS soon 40 ;fe April showers come viii Be
a sood time - seed tle ann. Re fairly liberal
IA the sprlukiins. We Caanot recommend ans
special nhtafe. ths several Big local seed
houses ma Fkat blends n seeds desisncd Tor
sarlous purposes consult car adVcrtising eol-
unl.as for the uames a reliable seedamen.
most 4isttix p -he lasn fertiizer1. Either
~ aese iuts AZ zFo1aa WI a. 4Dgiez r4laa.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

Dear Deborah RuSh-Should woman
introduce her sons wife as her daughter
or her daughter.in-law? Since l have
heard punctlious persons use both terms.
I have frequently wondered which is the
more correct VIII you please tell me
what is good form? Sincerely yours.
T. NJ w.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

Dear M'Liss-Kindly describe the shade
known as sulphur" FASHION.
This shade is exactly what its name
lmpltes-a green-yellow tone like the min
eral after which it is named.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
narphter,s Birthday Panty

Dear Deborah Rush-I am giving my
daughter a birthday party, Please tell
me how to word the invitation and IL it
is proper TO open gifts when received.
Also will you please tell me some games
to play, no childish games; daughter is
II years of age. or where can ! buy
book of games? Is it proper to use the
word reception instead of birthday party?
Thanking you very much, l am,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Presents of Jewelry

Dear Deborah Rush--A boy friend of
mine gave me bar pin for present and
my mother says l ought not to keep il;
that girl should not take jewelry from
boy. What is your opinion on this?
ANNA.
Your mother is quite right. as mothers
usually are, A girl should not receive
any presents but books. flowers or candy
from "A man unless he is her father,
brother. fiance or husband. l think the
bar may be let down for a first cousin
The expression boy friend. is not in good
taste.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23

r. S. - When introducing persons as
they arrive, is II necessary TO introduce
each and every one present? NJ III.
l. The invitation should read
Mrs NJ. III.
requests the pleasure of
Miss or Mr. (as the case may be)
company on (name the date and hOurs)
in honor of Miss Fl, birthday.
@ In this case it would be proper to
open the presents, as the donors like to
have them seen and appreciated.
g. The name of a book has been mailed
TO you.
4. l think It is unnecessary 10 say
either party or reception If you word the
invitation as / have told you,
5. II depends on the number OF guests
II there are about ~ or is guests, il is
better to introduce every one OF course,
il would not be quite possible TO introduce
every one at a large affair; it would make
things too formal.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-23
Utilization Postage Stamps

Filtration Postage Stamps
Dear Deborah RuSh-Could you please
send me the Irritation of postage stamps?
What Is the correct form 10 say instead Of
gentleman friend? AS have read in your
column OF Good Form that this is not
correct. Thanking you in advance, / re-
main, H. r, LANG.
l. The Irritation OF postage stamps has
been mailed TO you.
2 There is no expression 10 use for
gentleman friend. The proper form Is to
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03

FOR SALE-4 room house, lots 50x1pO on 11th Avenue. A bargain at $25O cash. First one to plunk down the cash gets 1t. Enquire Alaskan office. 4-2S-tf.
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
NEils OF DEATH OF NEAR
 ONE COMES ON BOAT

Vincent Dortcro has received the sad news of the death of his grand father, Jchn s. Warth, who lived iu Paso Robles, California. MT. Warth went to California in 1866, and live there until his death, on the 22nd of April, 1916.
 AGr. Warth vas the father of Mrs Uortyro, wife of Tony Dortero, pioneer merchant of this city. He leaves four daughters and one son. He was born in Berlin, Ger many. His remains were laid to rest at San Miguel, California. He was eighty six years of age. When MT. DGyterc made Q trip south, his relative was in very poor health aud has been failing rapidly since that date. Friends and acquaint- anccs JCm with the Daily Alas kan ia extending their heart felt condolences.
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
SUMMER
 I5 tNPECTED
News oC Interest to Every Alas kan Given by Agent. Bookings Made With Big Company.

MT. ?. F. w. Lowle, general agent for the Canadian Pacific Railway Company for Alaska and the Yukon, has returned to Skag- wal astrr brief trip to Vancouver and Victoria.
 MT. Lrwle attended a meeting of the otfiicals of his company in Vic toria winch matters pertaining to the Alaska business were discussed and rlan7 launched for the handling of pass,Ggers and freight for the coming season.
 Up to April 2Oth there has been atcually booked for the Canadian steamers to Alaska for the year 1916 over eleven hundred round trip tourist tikcets. This is over two nundred more than his com pany handled during the whole season of 1915. This increase can be r.rt ally accounted for by the better knowledge of the northern trip which the agents of the com pany all over the continent have as .ae result of a general meeting of the agents in Montreal last No vemLer. On the return of the agents to their respective offices, Alaska bookings began to come in thick and fast,
 Mr. LowIe has in his possession an advarce copy of an elaborateiy illustrated publication of Alaska. It will bo off the press and in the hands of the agents of the con- pany all over the world, this week.
 Cheap round summer vacation trips, good for three months will oe in effect from June 1st un- til 0@t1ebr S1St, going or return ing via the Canadian Pacific Rail way with liberal stop-overs and choice routes and a small addi- tiondl fare permits a routing one way via California.
 The Canadian Pacific Company have now practically a double track across the continent and all ship ments ar, coming through regular ly ir a very short time.
 The regular summer schedule goes into effect on June 1st. Com meuring in July, the Princess Char lotte will be placed on the run. Beats will make the port early in the mcrriLgs and sail at eight the next nieGt, therbey giving the pas scngers practically two days in SkagEay
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
ARCTEg BROTHERHOOD
 MEETS FOR INITIATION

In RZspouse to an urgent reque t from a number of Arctic BrOthe,s, members Of Camp skagway, No. l., Vice Arctic Chief J. M. Kleler has called a special meeting of that organization for tonight at s o'llocK.
 When seen by a representative of this paper, MT. Keller stated that the call fc: the meeting was for the purpose of initiation, a number of Cheechacos having signified their desire to mush over the Chilcoot trail. It is understood that there are seven seeking admission to the camp, and the officers of the Moth CT Camp of the great brotherhood of the Northland are busily en- gagged in making preparations fer one of the "hi-yu times" which were so prominent in the years not long past.
 Mir. Keller stated that from the interest manifest this season in Arctic Brotherhood circles, it is his belies that the local camp will see a revival of the times when the Arctic Brotherhood was the foremost fraternal and social or gauization of Skagway. After the initiation ceremony, the Brothee'- hood will serve a supper, consisting oF famous malamute stew, and other delicacies made popular by the early stampeders into the camp
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
ADVANCE
 UP TIGRI5

Petrograd, May S-The easte.n rim of lhe Turkish Empire is the heart of active fighting between the Turks and the Russians. The Turk have resumed the offensive and are advancing with infantry and light field artillery up the valley ol the Ugger Tigris river.
 The Russians have been forced to give iLto the Turks and could net stand the terrible rain of fire aud shrpl poured into their ranks from the guns of the Turks.
 The advancing Crescent banner is carrying death and destruction in its path, leaving in its wake the remains of small villages and farms.
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
COMMITTEE E
 OUT FUR BILL

Washington, Hay 3-The house jud.unry committee has approved iae compensation bill which has legu introduced into congress.
 The bill seeks to provide Q to- tai disability clause for goyernme- gmp.1yes. EmplOyes in govern meat seryice who are totally dis abIaI from further work will be giveI J-4efits under the act. It al sJ clrics q small insurance bone s.t for dis1 1blement cases.
 The bill will be reported upon IS favorable by the committee ard g.ogcod to vote in the house. The majority ot the congresSmen seem tayogaJIa to the bill and it's passage is looked tor by the framers of the document.
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
Only One "Bromo Quinlne''

Whenever you feel cold coming on
 think of the full name LAXATIVE PROMO QUININE. Cures Gold in one day. Cures Grip in two days. Look fO,
 signature of E. W. Grove on the box. 2SC
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
OFFICIAL MAKES
 HURRIED GALL
LOTS OF FREIGHT ON DOCKS

R. |. Piaeo, general freight agent for the Pacific Coast Steamship company, arrived in skagway this morning on the Peterson f.om uaines lie is making a Hurried trip through few of the towns, cLgcAlLe over freight cargoes and t4structAg his men. Mir. Pineo wul take passage on the City of seattle for Ketchikan and thence prlvted ou to Seattle.
 He reports a tremendous amount of transportation business as breaking in the coast cities. The docks are over loaded with freight for ;,he towns in Alaska and it is l problem for the companies to handle U. He has his men on the docks in Seattle working over time loading boats and getting the car goes oil ou their respective sUeam- CTS. UuGer the direction of MT. Pineo tne work has developed so thoroughly that very little freight is left behind when Q boat pulls out for Aiaska.
 AIr. Pirey was at one time locat- ed in SKa sway with his family and received his promotion which to~k him 10 the Seattle office. He re- ports that his family is well. His final word was Watch for a large tourist business. Every boat is loaded from now on"
The daily Alaskan., 1916-05-03
WHlTEHURSE PASTOR
 JOINS ARMY CORPS

Rev. c. K. Nicol, Presbyterian minister formerly located in White horse who recently passed through Skagway 10 enlist in the Canadian contingent at Winnipeg, writes friends e this city that he joined the 11t1 Field Ambulance Corps the day of his arrival in that city. He writes that the rumor is out that his company is soon to leave f5r the front and that every man is in the harness full of vim and waiting the final call. He re- ports that Winnipeg is a moving mass of soldiers and that re- cruiting las been very successful Mir. NichCu has many friends in the company which he has joined and t makes him feel at home.