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The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
REMARKABLE CLIMBING ROSES

If anyone who had not seen them, un- dertook to tell the story of the rose beauties of Portland. Ore, the average man would never believe the stories us they are unfolded in print But the stories do not do full justice to the wonderful rose belt of the Pacific coast. The picture shows q climbing Caroline Testout which had reached magnifi- cent proportions. There are millions of the.e roses along the coast and a little comparative study of the size of the tree and that of the house will serve to give m idea of the glorious production. What do you suppose an eastern millionaire would give to have such an ornament at his door?
 There are hundreds of men in the East that would not let price be con Sideration But then the coast has the consolation of knowing that it has many things that even money cannot huy. One of them is the rose climate and soil
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
CHARACTERS OF SEEDS
Close Relationship of Sudan and
 J0hncOn Grasses.
May Be Distinguished When Their Comparative Size and Certain Fea- lures of Appearance Are Talk
 en Into Consideration.
fBy F. H. HILLMAN.)

The close relationship of Sudan grass and Johnson grass leads to a pronounced similarity in their seeds. The two kinds of seed can be dis tinguished however, when their com paratiye size and certain features of their appearance due to differences in development are considered.
 When properly interpreted, the dis tinguishing characters are believed to be sufficiently reliable to make possible an accurate quantitative analysis of a mixture of the two kinds of seed, even though unhulled grains of both grasses are present.
 When the seeds of the two kinds are under observation, the larger size of the Sudan grass seeds, including the hulled grains, is readily noticeable The lighter color of the hulled grains Is also evident.
 Distinguishing characters presented by either of the two kinds of seed ob- serVable in the absence of the other depend chiefly on a difference in the development of the plants preparatory to seed fail. This may best be under stood by first considering the structure of the terminal clusters of the general seed cluster, or infloreseenee taken collectively.
 Johnson grass Is soen to bear several seeds attached directly at the nodes of the jeinted axis of the cluster. Accom- panying these fertile or grain -bppring Q spikelets, which constitute the greater part of the unhulled commercial seed, are several slender, sterile spikelets, each elevated on stem or pedicel which is attached with fertile spike let at the node of the raehis. It is to be noted that the terminal fertile spikelet is accompanied by two sterile spikelets with their pedicels. It is es- pecially to be noted that each node and the apex of each pedicel are marked by q distinct crossline indi-
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
HINTS IN SEASON
Spring is here. Get busy

spring IS nere. Get busy
 Plant shade trees Their cool shel- ter will be valuable after awhile.
 Look for the beautiful in all things ; you will surely find it-even in March.
 Scratch a little grass seed into the bare spots when cleaning up the yard. Later it will look better.
 Working the soil when it is wet will make it coarse and lumpy the whole season.
 In laying out the garden, plan 10 have the rows as long as possible. This will save time in cultivating.
 Be sure to thin plants that come up too thlckly. If allowed to grow too closely together they will be spoiled for life.
 This is the proper time to slip your geraniums for planting out-of-doors in the late spring. Make the slips four inches long, leaving on only two leaves, and plant half beneath the soil.
 When unwrapping and uncovering trees, bushes and plants which have had winter protection. examine care fully to see if insects or fungi have done any damage. Be sure to burn the wrappings if any traces of pests are found, and apply such remedies as may be needed to rout the enemy
 Seedlings grown in the house. hot beds or cold frames, need hardening off before planting in the open. Give them plenty of air, and during this month only lower the sashes at night, when the weather is cold and stormy.
 Much trouble and disappointment would be avoided if tender seeds and indoor plants were not set out toe soon. As good general rule, which obtains throughout the country, such plants Shrould not be set out, or seeds sown, until complaining time.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
STOMACH MISERY GAS, INDIGESTION
"Pape's Diapepsin" fixes sick sour, gassy stomachs in
 five minutes

Time it! In five minutes all stomach distress will go No indigestion, heart burn, sourness or belching of gas, acid or eructations of undigested food. nc dizziness, bloating, or foul breath.
 Pape's Diapepsin is noted for its speed in regulating upset stomachs It is the surest, quickest and most cer tain indigestion remedy in the whole world, and besides it is harmless.
 Please for your sake, get a large fifty-eent case of Pape's Diapepsin from any store and put your stomach right. Don't keep on being miserable life is too short-you are not here long, so make your stay agreeable. Eat what you like and digest it: en. joy it, without dread of rebellion in the stomach.
 Papes Diapepsin belongs in your home anyway. Should one of the fam fly eat something which doesn't agree with them, or in case of an attack of indigestion, dyspepsia, gastritis or stomach Arrangement at daytime or during the night, it is handy to give the quickest relief known. Adv.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
THE FLOWER OF THE RICH

It is to be doubted if any flower has received so much attention and care from persons of great wealth this year as has the chrysanthemum. John D. Rockefeller is supposed to be the rich est man in the world. He has never spared any expense to produce perfect flowers, however eXacting he may be in matters of corporation economy. lie was one of the exhibitors at the re- cent flower show at Tarrytown, N. l., where many of the wealthiest men and women of the entire world pitted their flowers against one another.
 And the man with billion didn't raise the best flowers at that. A wom- an who had comparatively little money had the honor of getting the palm for the most beautiful ehrysan- themums.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

eating the suturf at the articulation or junction of each raehis segment and of each pedieel With it's spikelet.
 It is the normal habit of the seed clusters of Johnson srass Ut maturity to break apart at the sutures, thus providing for the fall of the seed. Each raehis segment and accompany ing pedicel remain attached to d ma ture spikelet or unhulled seed. Ter minal spikelets retain the two pedcels.
 In Sudan grass the terminal seed clusters in general structure are essen t1ally the same as in Johnson grass. They differ, however, in being devoid of suture at the nodes of the rachiS and apex of the pedtcels. In conse- quenee, the seed fall does not uni formly result from separation at the articulation, but rather from the breaking of the rachis segments and pedicels at their weakest point, usually near the center Most of the uphulled seeds therefore have a short stnn.
 Johnson grass seeds in the hull vary in length from fifteen one-hundredths to twenty-two 0ne-hundredthS of an inch. Most of the seeds have q smooth, rounded, and light-colored scar at the base. The appendages of the seed are
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

An integral part of the modern loco motive-the cast steel side frame weighs nearly seven tons.
 An Egyptian nobleman's tomb. built 4,5oo years ago. has been placed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
 In 1916 precious stones to the value of almost $52 ,00O, 000-or double that of 1915-were imported into the United States.
 Mistaking fire alarm box for mail receptacle, Pete Tadinitian got good share of the New York frs department out at dinner to mail card to a friend
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
SCRAPS

South Africa has established fac tory for the extraction of rubber from the roots and vines of rubber plants.
 The Toyo Risen Kaisha has prom ised a new service of steamships be- tween the Los Angeles harbor and South America.
 The people of San Francisco are pro- posing to go halves with the state of California in maintaining the great highway known as the "10l-mile rim of the world"
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
HOW TO MAKE A FLAT

\ fiat is n shallow box three or four inches deep and of any convenient size. Bore few holes in the bottom and put in Il layer of cinders; then fill with light, rich loam and sand, about half and half. Smooth and firm the soil with flat board and then draw lines across the soil two or three inches apart. In these furrows SOW the seed
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
AmtIsino.

BfIl-The business men of Sacrament to, Cal, have formed a Barefoot league for health and amusement objects.
 GIL fail to see where health is helped. but l can see the amusement part when another brother steps on a tack.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
HOW ABOUT A FOUNTAIN?
By ELIZABETH VAN BENTHuYsEN.

am impressed in my study of the drift of landscape work and amateur gardening with the trend that is being shown in the direction of reviving the fountain as a means of decoration Not
 only are the big estates placing hand some fountains, some of which repre- sent thousands and thousands of dol lars spent for the best work of noted
 sculptors, but the most modest homes in the country seem to be looking with
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01


 Iie keeping of beef 10 This be of profitable years in pro The of What need beef been developed by intelligence and good judgment.
 Good mating impossible of animal undesirable, possible purebreds possible replace all the scrub bulls individual ty and breeding to improvement.
 the of the then deyelop is breeding operations accordingly
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
EAT LESS MEAT

Excessive eating of meat is not only tremendously expensive. but it is posi- lively injurious to health. In place of meat try skinner's Macaroni and Spa ehetti the most delicious of all food and the richest in nutriment. They can be prepared in a hundred appetiz- Ing ways at small cost. Write Skin her Mfg. Co. Omaha, Neb., for beauti- ful Cook Book. It's free.-Adv.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
Bedding for Sew and Litter.

See that the SOW and litter are pro vided with dry bedding. Frequently the bedding will appear to be dry whereas if you will examine about the edges of the pen you will find it very damp.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
Great | ose From Weeds.

One of the greatest single losses on the farm comes from weeds. Have you ever noticed how effective sheep are in destroying weeds and replacing them with manure?
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
Fix Price of Milk.

The price of milk to the producer and distributor should be determined by the cream, solid content and the purity. The purity is determined by the character and number of bacteria in it.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
Improve Garden Soil,

If your garden soil is a somewhat heavy, clayey loam, it will be made quicker" by fall blowing, leaving the furrow slices on edge, or as nearly so as possible.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01
Sarcasm of the Rejected.

Do you write for publication?"
 "Oh, no; merely for circulation among the editors 7-Boston Tran script.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

Johnson Grass Seeds, Enlarged unhulled Seeds, SpikeIets (9; HulIed Grains (2); a, a, Scar of the Hull; b, b, Appendages of the Seed With Expanded, cup-shaped Apexes; C, Scar of the Grain; d, Embryo.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

New York state in 1916 had BOSS infantile paralysis cases with S01 feaths
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

Sudan Grass Seeds, Enlarged, un- hulled Seeds, SpikeIets G; Hulied Grains (2); a, a, Seed Stem; b, b, Constrction at the Junction of Seed and Stem; c, c, Appendages of the Seed With Broken Apexes; d, Scar of the Grain; e, Embryo.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

spartan VVOn1oH OU116T6u OhtUIu I CrtUFe1 but who wants to be a Spartan? Take "Femenina" for all female disorders. Price 50c and S1.00.-Adv.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

stem-bearing seeds, some of the for mer seeds show incomplete, broken ap- pendages, similar to those which occur in the latter.
 In the seeds of both Sudan grass and Johnson grass some individuals have a stem from one to three times as long as the seed. This is the portion of the branch immediately below the seed cluster, and the seed is the lowest one of the cluster.
 Examination of various samples of Sudan grass and Johnson grass seeds has shown the combined characters of size of seed in the hull, the presence or absence of the articulating suture and finally the size, form and color of the grain, including the relative size of the embryo to be conclusive points of distinction.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

Emperor Charles of Austria is fond If horse racing.
The Monticellonian., 1917-03-01

Only One "BRoMo oUININE" To get the genuine, call for full name LAXATIVE BR0MO QGININB Look for signature of B ". GROVE. Cures Cold in One Day. 25c.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13
HANDS UP" FILM :.
 AT LYCEUM THEATER

For tonight and Saturday the Ly- ceum offers Wilfred Lucas in Hands Up." AS every one likes a breezy western story, here is one full of ac- tiOn interwoVen with sweet love story. This is another of the pie lures produced by the Triangle Go. and is a feature for young and old to see. On the same program will be a famous Black Cat story, entitled The Rainbow Box" also The Amer ican Girl'' and the Lyceum weekly showing the news of the day. Don't forget Saturday afternoon the Ly- ceum takes moving pictures of those who attend the performance. So bring your family and get in the movies. Next week the Lyceum of fers some great stars, Bessie Barris- cale in The Snarl,' on Monday and Tuesday; Henry B. Walthall in ''The Saints Adventure" on Wednesday and Thursday. and Friday and Sat urday. Elmo Lincoln in Might and the Man." The Lyceum always has a variety show which is bound to please all.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13
BARGAIN PROGRAM
 AT FOX'S THEATER

Today and tomorrow are bargain days at Foxs. Two big attracti ons have been engaged for the big dOu- value program, the first and fore most of which is the initial episode of "The Fatal Ring," the big new serial picture produced by the Pathe Company as a worthy successor to their recent great serial success, "Patria.' Pearl White, the star of "The Fatal Ring" is too we'll known to need an introduction, as she will be well remem mbered from having played the leads in all the biggest serial pictures. particularly Pearl of the Army" ''The Perils of Pauline" "The Exploits of Elain," and "The Iron Claw" Miss White is universally recognized as the most popular and daring serial actress in the business She will be supported throughout the serial by J. Warner Gland, of New Britain, who won such great com mendation for his chara cterization of Baron Huroki in "Patria." As to the picture itself, it is easily the most ex- citing, daring and elaborately staged serial that has ever been produced by any company. Many of the metro- politan daily papers are running the story now in installment form,
 As an extra added feature of the all-star program will be shown the powerful five-act drama, "The Grim son Dove" is a big virile tale of mis- popular star of "The Whip and many other big successes, is support ed by Carlyle Blackwell. ''The Grim son Dove" in which June Elvidge. the guided love, romance and adventure packed to overflowing with exciting incidents and gripping situations. The scenes are laid in the social circles of big metropolis. in the under world of New York, and in the tough est mining camp of the west. The latest issue of the Pathe News will also be shown.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13
Why MadSe Is Amazed When Lillian
 Depends on Her for Guidance.

Depends on Her 1of Iuiuaii<t
 Nv eyes were blazing with anger as I raised them from the mocking letter which Harry Underwood had sent to Lillian, the letter in which he dropped out of their marriage relations with much more nonchalance than he would have broken a dinner engage mcnt. And as l looked at her head bowed in her hands before the fire. realized the humiliation that must be her portion, 1 could have cheerfully consicned her husband to any torture of the lnuuisition
 I dropped the letter as if it burned my fingers; indeed, I felt it actually did scorch me, and crossing swiftly to Lillian, knelt down beside her. With a little sigh she turned and put her cheek against mine, her arms around me For fully five minutes l knelt there, then she rose abruptly. drew me to my feet and put me in a chair close to her own. l saw that she had not shed any tears, but her eyes were glittering With excitement. and on each check gloWed spot ol rcd, an unbecoming flush which re- minded mo unplea sanity of the rouge she.was wont to use in the old days.
 "Don't mistake my feeling, Madge. Sno SalO SloWlt dl lttSt III 'iS '~' this thing comes a blessed relief believe I have told you that l never had any romantic affection for Harry. But he appealed to me strongly Tn the days of miserable loneliness Wh1ch came after I had given up my paoy girl, and then at that time he needeo me which is often most powerful attra cton to a woman of my tempera- ment.'
 nodded assent. I had heard from Dickv how Iilian'S enCouraSement and symDathv-NeS, even her financial help-had put Harry Underwood on his feet after an almost diSreputable business fiasco on his part. Lillian had never even hnted at the money part of her help to her husband. but Harry himself. had told DickN of 1t in the early years of their marriage.
 LilIianS Dilemma.
 But there is just one question be- fore me-" she said. "I would be glad to divorce Harry, I have no Qualms on the subject at all, but have I the right to bring any more unpleasant publicity
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13
PATHE SERIAL ADDS
 STRENGTH TO BILL

Interest continues unabated among the city's photoplay lovers in the big Pathe serial, The Neglected Wife," which has been attracting nation wide attention since its release a few weeks ago. The film is on the tho serial attractions at Keeney's and it is drawing big audiences on Fridays and Saturdays, the days on which the various characters are shown The seventh episode in the thriller Is promised for tonight and tomorrow. Another feature of the program for these days is the Lasky production, The Spirit of Romance" in which Vivian Martin plays the leading role.
 The vaudeville offerings include The Electrical Wizard, the Three Me- Connell sisters and Botelli, the aero batic wonder.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13
SIDE TALKS
Madame's Classes
BY RUTH CAMERON

A most interesting scheme came to my attention tho other day.
 It was put into practice in a city some distance from here and whether there Is anything of the sort In this city, don't know. But I think there should be and that Is partly why I am writing this.
 A woman who used to live in our neighborhood was visiting here re- gently and appeared at one of our little social functions in such a smart pretty little frock that we all com mented upon it. When she lived here she used to have quite a little trouble with her clothes. She Is clever with her needle but not quite clever enough to turn out perfectly right gown.
 She Made It And She Didn't Make It.
 Did you make it yourself?" we asked.
 T did and l didn't" she said. And then she told us about the scheme.
 It seems that in the city where she now lives a French dressmaker has opened a new kind of classes. At least they are new to me. Perhaps you have heard of them before.
 There must be six members in the class and each pays a dollar and 8 half for a days class. The six mem bers come to Madame's establishme each bringing with her material for something she wants to make.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13

Madame then plans each garment and superv1ses tho cutting and fitting. Madame Supervises. N
 The women themselves do the work under Madame's supervision. In the rooms are several machines for the class's use, and as I understand 1t, one sewing girl who will assist (for extra payment) if desired.
 "1t is perfectly wonderful" said our old neighbor, what we can get done. One woman brought a dress and blouse and got them blocked out so that she could finish them at home. And another got a silk suit started. I think she is going to go one more day. There are so many of us who can sew we'll enough but who can't plan a really smart dress or get the lines just right. I think it's a wonderful scheme"
 Her Gowns Were The Real
 Testimonial.
 Her tribute to Madame's scheme was enthusiastic enough but the con- trast between the gown she wore and the gowns she used to wear was even more of a testimonial
 To any potential Madame, or to any energetic group of women who can persuade some clever dressmaker 10 become a Madame I pass along this idea. So far as I know it isn't copy- righted.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13
TWO DAYS MORE TO
 SEE WONDER FILM

With the booking of Twenty Thou sand Leagues Under the Sea" at the Scenic Theater coming to close, New Britain has only two days left to see one of the greatest photo dramas ever filmed. This picture is adjudged by critics to be without the slightest doubt the most unique in the history of the cinema.
 Five years ago it would not have. been thought possible to film this great classic from the pen of Jules Verne, one of the worlds most inn aginative authors. But the progress of the motion picture art has not only made it possible but has opened up new vistas, new fields, for those engaged in the business. Today and tomorrow are the last days of tho masterpiece in this city. Capacity houses, which have been the rule all week, are expected to continue.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13

Ground rice is excellent for clean ing white cloth. It should be ap- piled with a piece of clean white flannel, left for two or three hours, and then well brushed and shaken.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13

Rusty irons should be heated, rubbed on a piece of beeswax tied in linen, and then with a coarse flannel cloth sprinkled with household salt This will give a polish like glass.
New Britain herald., 1917-07-13

Stewed figs are delicious served with cream To stew figs, first stew them until tender, and for one pound of figs add one-fourth cup of sugar and let simmer six or eight minutes.s
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1917-06-14

an accessory whose only mission in
life is being good to look at. 1t takes
good grade of net, good lace and
good work to make a successful jabot,
that is, one that will stand laundering.
For the jabot is nothing If not imma-
culate as to freshness and daintiness.
Net and net combined with lace
make the three pretty examples of the
jabot shown in the picture. One con-
soling thing about them is that they
are very easy to make and just as
easy to keep clean. The jabot at the
left may be made Of square Of net.
with one corner cut off and gathered
into the stock, which is straight band
Of the net. Filet lace is used for edg-
ing the jabot and for the narrow turn
over on the stock and hemstitching
finishes its lower edge.
A wider silk f1let, set to long piece
Of net on the ends and one edge,
makes the center jabot with a stock
of the same lace and net. Lace is left
out of the tailored jabot at the right
and tucks, with hemstitching, make its
elegant decoration.