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Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

be remembered: The first is that
duality materials and quality work
manship should be given preference
over size of structure and fast con-
struction. The second is that there
is always a certain amount of ex-
pense connected with the erection of
a house which does not show up in
the estimate, an amount up to, say,
per cent of the estimated cost of the
house. Having followed out all of the
calculations accurately, the prospect
i've home builder may reasonably ex-
pect to obtain the fullest measure of
satisfaction out of his investment in
a home.
The accompanying illustrations
present type of house which is at
the same time attractive and sub
stantial. 1t is not very often that the
combination of stone masonry and stuc-
co is used in house construction, and
it is a peculiar fact, for the appear
ance of structure built in this way
is altogether pleasing and satisfac-
| tory.
The massiyeness of the masonry
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
First-FIoer Plan.

mount should not include any doubt
full resources, and it should not in
clude interest on money which is need
ed in the building operations, unless
it is possible to borrow a like amount
at a lower rate than the income rate.
The next item is the money on hand
or available in sums due the prOspec-
tive home builder This item will de-
termine largely the kind and size of
house to be considered.
A rough balance may here be estab-
lished. There is a certain amount
which may be spent in the construc-
ton of the house so that the expenses
before the house is built will be equal
to those after the house is built. Ordi-
narily, when this condition exists the
total cost of construction must be
paid from a sum in the hands of the
owner at the time of building. In
case it is necessary to borrow pOr-
ton of the money, the expenses over
the five-year period will include the
amount borrowed, plus interest up to
the time of payment. Of course, if
the house is paid for out of a sum
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

work fits well into the design and the
stucco carries along the general idea
to the smallest detail Stone is used
in building the porch walls and the
chimney. The porch columns are built
of wood with stucco finish. The floor
of the porch and the steps are made
of concrete. The large roof surface
is relieved with small dormers. Raft
ers at gable ends are supported with
wooden brackets.
In the room arrangement, notice the
large living room. This room occupies
the entire forward half of the first
floor. An open stair is built along
one end of the room with a landing
at the bottom which is two steps
above the level of the living room
floor. At the other end of the room
is large fireplace with bookcase on
each side. The small closet directly
opposite the front door will be handy
for wraps.
The dining room layout includes a
three-window bay, which makes this
room well-lighted and pleasant. 4
buffet is built under the window in
the rear wall Notice the handy ar
rangement of the kitchen. The two
cupboards will be found very conven-
lent. The second floor contains two
generous-sized bedrooms.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

which has been earning interest, this
interest will cease coming in. The
interest amounts will probably balance
one another, since in one case an
amount ceases to come in, which
is practically equal, for like prin-
cipal, to the amount which must be
paid out, in the other case. The diff
ference in the two cases, then, comes
down to matter of the principal
alone: If the MISREPRESENTATION cost
is paid all or in part with borrowed
money, the expenses over the FIVE
year period will be greater by the
amount borrowed than they would be
If the money was all in hand at the
time of building.
Having determined as nearly as pos
sible the amount which is to be in
vested in the house, the final expenses
should be estimated. These will in
clude probable taxes and sewer as
sessments and principal with interest
on any money borrowed. This amount
should be added to the original
amount computed.
Regarding the house itself, there
are two principal things which should
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

If you sigh for the slim Silhouette,
and long, straight lines in a summer
frock, consider the virtues Of the SIM
pie model pictured above. Artists al
ways approve these things and just
now art and fashion are of one mind !;
for fashion applauds slenderness above
all things. Let the plump girl con-
vince herself that she can achieve it
by picking out one Of the new striped
cottons or silks and making a faithful
copy of this dress. She will realize
what startling illusions can be wrought
with stripes in the hands of an expert
designer.
The blouse is to he made of plain,
thin, wash silk or Iof georgette crepe
with the silk preferred if the dress is
to be of cotton gootls. 1t has a sailor
collar and jabot flo unces at the front,
full sleeves gather ed into deep cuffs
and is very plain--all proclaiming it
the last word in simmer blouses. The
cuffs are of the same fabric as the
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

bottle and applied to the wood in
the stove. when lighted by a match,
1t burns long enough to start the wood
TO burning. This same bottle of kero-
sene mOistens a cloth to keep the por-
celain sink white and stainless. One
may make her own baking powder,
having it pure and at less cost. Mix
pound of pure cream of tartar, six
ounces of tartaric acid and pint of
Hour together and sift at least five or
six times. Place in tin cans and keep
tightly covered; use as any other bak-
ing powder.
If suede shoes become shiny, rub
with a fine piece of emery paper.
When shoes squeak run Iinseed oil in
to the sole. Sandpaper also removes
the shine from clothing.
Mix flour with lye and fill the mouse
holes. The most courageous mouse
will not reopen such hole.
An emergency funnel may be made
by rolling into a cone shape a piece
of writing paper.
A new kind of toast. Slice a loaf of
bread through to the lower crust,
leaving that intact. Place the loaf in
the oven until thoroughly heated and
slightly crisp around the edges. Serve
the loaf whole and very hot; each may
then be served with a hot slice. It
may be buttered before going into the
oven if desired.
A handy pie crimper is made by US
Ing large screw along the edge of the
| pie.
An upholstered chair may be
cleaned nicely after a thorough dust
ing in the open air. Rub it with q
good big pan of hot bran, brush well
and the chair will be clean.
Let tough steak lie in olive oil an6
vinegar, turning it once during the
softening process. An hour will serve
to soften the fibers of the meat, max
ing it very much more palatable. Ust
equal parts of oil and vinegar.
To clean spots on silk without leav
Ing a ring, use a paste of magnesit
and gasoline. Rub dry and air vel
before using the garment.
Photographs which have becom,
soiled by dust and dry specks may b,
cleaned with cloth dampened in alco
hol.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

companyi.s picture includes represen-
tative shapes and trimmings. The CEN
ter hat is the always sprightly and be-
coming tricOrn, in which the popular
combination of silk and straw appears
to great advantage. Simplicity and
exquisite workmanship distinguish it.
Its only ornament is a motif of en-
broidery in silk and beads. At the
left a hat with dropping brim takes
advantage of its opportunity to be-
come beloved by adding double frill
of lace hair braid to its brim-edge,
sure to be becoming. The hair braid
appears again at the top of the crown,
held in place apparently by collar of
satin ribbon finished with prim bow
at the front. Sprays Of burnt ostrich
curl about the side crown.
At the right a round turban adds
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

when all the brown sediment will be
removed and the glass will be bright
and shining.
To clean white enamel woodwork with
little labor, use warm water to which
has been added a few tablespoonfuls
of whiting, cheap substance which
can be bought at any drug store. Wipe
and rub dry with dry cloth.
Ozone cleans engravings and bleach
es paper perfectly without injuring the
fiber. 1t can also be used for remov-
ing mildew and other stains from en-
soiled by hanging against damp wall.
The ozone may be generated by put
ting a piece of phosphorus in the bot
tom of vessel partly covered with
water. Put the picture over the dish
so that the fumes will do the bleach
ing.
Gilt frames which have become dis
colored may be frightened if they are
thoroughly cleaned. With a small
brush remove all dust, then brush with
the white of egg beaten with a pinch
of salt and soda. After a few minutes
wash this off with soft water and dry
with a flannel cloth.
A balky curtain rod, if small enough
to slip thimble over, will slip through
the lace without protest. If a larger
pole is used, wrap the end with piece
of cloth tied firmly over the end.
There are a few people who still
are unaware that drawer that sticks
may be disciplined with a piece of
soap rubbed on it's edges.
Ways of Tightening the labor Of
window washing: A teaspoonful of
glycerin and a little ammonia to a
gallon of water is said to make win
dows sparkle like crystal. Another
Add a tablespoonful OF vinegar to a
quart of water. Wash with a soft
cloth and wipe dry with a lintless dry
one.
Mating may be shellaced thus pre-.
serving it and also staining it any col.
or to match the room furnishings.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

dress. The waistline is little length
enftd by a wide belt which does not
set close to the figure. Through
slflsh at each side wide suspenders
co me through the belt and are lost
III lder similar slashes at the back.
These slashes are buttonholed about
tie edges to keep them from fraying.
There is very little fullness in the
wide yoke made with stripes running
found the figure, but plenty of it in
The lower part of the skirt which is
Plated into the yoke. The plaits are
n 'ssed fat and the plaits almost con-
,ca1 Mthe plain space between the
r-oupS Of stripes. The skirt is cut
shoe-top length and might be very
little longer and add to the apparent
length of the figure. There is nothing
unusual or particularly original in this
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

model but it is in a nice sense of
proportion that it is excellent. The
adroitness with which the designer
has used familiar modes to accom-
plish his results, prOclaims the artist.
This is a simple dress, appropriate
10 midsummer wear at any time of
day, and so well suited to the plump
figure that we must believe it was
made with that end in view.
Just the most chic and reliable of
all hats is the little black hat that
makes it's appearance each season, to
be welcomed by q waiting world of
women. For styles may come and
styles may go, but the vogue of the lit
tie black hat goes on forever. Those
who create it are confronted by the
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
prop at a rhine Saves pime

In the Woman's Home Companion
writer says: ''In pouring peroxide
from the bottle on a small cut or
scratch, I noticed that a great deal
of it was usually spilled-not always
on the injured member Since using
medicine dropper I have had no
trouble in applying it in the right
place, even with the left hand. This
is very new find of mine, so it hasn't
done it yet, but it is going to save me
half bottle of peroxide"
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
MUST HAVE FOOD CONTROL
Herbert c. Hoover, Acknowledged Ex-
pert, Makes Report as to Exist
ing Food Conditions.

New York.-Herbert G. Hoover, who
recently came from Europe to advise
the government on food conditions in
Europe, says that without control we
may see flour at $50 q barrel before
the year is over, but that with con-
troll ''the, present price of flour can be
reduced 40 to so per cent.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

There is little satisfaction gained
by the man who goes into the building
of home blindly. In most cases such
a man oversteps himself, gets hope
lessly in debt and condemns the home
building idea because of his own folly.
Most people obtain such pleasure out
of owning their own home that they
are willing to make some sacrifice to
obtain it. However, if this sacrifice
takes the proportions of a burden
which must be carried for too long
a time, it's oppression will over
shadow the pleasure which should be
obtained from the home.
This does not mean that man is
wrong in going into debt to obtain a
home. 1t means that he think well
and figure carefully before taking ac-
ton. If he can easily clear up all in
debtednesS in three or perhaps five
years, he is justified in going into the
matter of a home with his architect
and builder.
His first step in the analysis of the
problem should be carefully to figure
his probable resources over the period
which he is willing to give to pay.
| ing for his home. The man who has
formed the habit of recording his
current expenses accurately is very
much better able to handle the prob
lem than the man who has only his
memory to help him. Suppose the
| prospective home builder decides tha
he is willing to build if he can cleal
himself in five years. He should lool
over his expense account for the pre-
ceding five years and determine al
closely as possible what his yearly ex
pense has been for food, clothing
pleasure, sickness and all other sucl
items, exclusive of rent.
If his expenses have shown an in
crease over the f1ve-year period, it i
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

W, anu sprinkle InlS over
the layer of chicken, season with salt
and pepper and place the remainder of
the chicken on this, cover with boiling
water, cover tightly and simmer for
one. hour. The gravy should be thick
ened with flour, it may be blended
with a little of the broth, using a
tablespoonful of flour to a cupful of
broth.
Crumpets-Dissolve a half of com
pressed-yeast cake in a little warm
milk, add more, making three cupfuls
of milk, add half teaspoonful of salt,
and stir in four cupfuls of flour, let
stand overnight, and in the morning
add two tablespoonfuls of melted but
ter and a fourth of a teaspOonful of
soda dissolved in a tablespoonful of
hot water. Beat thoroughly, put into
well-buttered muffin rings, filling them
half full; let rise a half-hour and
bake in a quick oven.
Chill Con Carne.-Grind a pound of
round steak, then brown it in two
teaspoonfuls of beef drippings. Cover
with boiling water, cook until tender,
season with salt and tablespoonful
of chill powder, add a can of kidney
beans, two tablespoonfuls of chopped
onion, a quart of tomatoes and sim
mer until the tomato pulp is entirely
absorbed. Serve hot with rice.
Baked Ham With AppIes.-Have a
slice of ham cut an inch thick, wipe,
o4 fo+ nd 1.11h in nc
much of 11a cupfuls of brown sugar
as it will take up. Lay in a pan and
cover with ten cloves. Pare and cut
six tart apples in quarters and lay
them around the ham. Sprinkle the
remaining sugar over the apples and
add half cupful of water carefully,
not to dislodge the sugar. Cover and
bake As minutes, or until the ham is
tender.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

ernment should make my peace pro-
posal which could be given considera-
tion the United States would not act
on it independently. The proposal
would be considered BIZ all the nations
fighting Germany, aud the United
States would abide 10y the joint de-
cisiOn.
President Wilson had informed Mr..
Balfour that the United States will
make war and peace in common with
the allies, but this is the first time
there has been any authoritative ad-
mission Of the fact.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
Looked on Cross With Horror.

The cross was the emblem of
slaves death and a murders punish
ment and was naturally looked upon
by the Jew with horror. After the
celebrated vision of Constantine, that
ruler ordered to be made a cross of
gold and gems such as he had seen
and the stree of cursing and shame
sat upon scepters and was engraved
and signed on the foreheads of kings"
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
ALLIES ARE TO ACT AS UNIT
No Idea Of Separate Peace VIII Be
Entertained, Is Statement Of
High Official.

Washington.-The fact that the
United States is committed to the pol
Icy Of making no separate peace with
Germany was admitted by one of the
highest officials of the government in
discussing Chancellor Won Bethuann-
Hollweg's peace speech.
This officer said If the German gov
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

There Is no occasion for a food
panic in this country nor any justifica-
tion for outrageous prices unless the
opposition Of special intere SITS defeats
the president in obtaining the neces-
sary power to control the nations' food
fully and adequately" he said, Ameri-
cas- problem is not one of famine, for
we have now and will have next year
a large surplus.
"Our problem Is, after the proper
protection Of our own people, to give
to our allies the last ounce of surplus
Of which we are capable
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
Divers Use New Compass.

A submarine uses the common mag
netic compass to some extent 1t is
not very reliable, because it cannot be
placed where it will be uninfiuenced
by the metal in the hull and machin-
cry. Submarines rely chiefly on the
gyroscope compass. This instrument,
invented only few years ago, points
true north. 1t is uninfiuenced by mag
netic conditions. The presence Of
iron or steel does not disturb it. Its
principle is: A wheel suspended so
that it is free to turn in any direction
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
Deer Makes Calls in City.

Lean and gaunt, as though it had
Just completed a long trip. doe
stalked out of the brush on Bailey
peninsula, and after a stiff-legged trot
up Orcas street, turned into the yard
of Mrs. A. z. Esper, at Orcas street
and Wilson avenue. 1t ran about the
yard for few minutes and then trot-
ted into the yard Of Virgil Stewart. at
Orcas street and Fifty-frst avenue.
Before anyone could make an at
tempt to stop it. the animal ran down
toward the brush that skirts the shore
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

the executive committee of the council
concerning the proposed socialist con-
ference at Stockholm, said that for the
sake of restoring the internationale
and stopping the war he was willing
to meet not only iScheidemann but the
devil and his grandmother.
The tone adopted by the Russian so
cialist pacifists i3 exemplified by Cor
ki's Novaia Zhizn, which declares that
even If the British and French social
lists refuse to participate In the confer
ence the Russian socialists will. In any
event, participate.
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18
Japanese Parasols.

If you are trying to get through the
summer on the minimum number of
parasols get one that is odd enough
always to look unusual or else get one
that is O combination parasol and UNI
brella. The combination article is
really q small umbrella of colored silk,
with short handle supplied with a
silk strap for the wrist and a short
black ferrule. For the unusual type
of parasol nothing is more charming
than one modelled on strictly japanese
lines. One of the smart shops shows
Fulton County tribune. (Wauseon, Ohio) 1883-1925, 1917-05-18

Eleven million male citizens from
twenty-one to thirty years old, inclu-
sive, will be subject to draft by the
president of the United States.
But in order that men under twenty
one and over thirty may serve their
country IL they so desire, the measure
provides for the acceptance of volun-
teers over eighteen years and under
forty years
The gigantic number of men subject
70 draft will not all be called to the
colors by any means. The proposed
law gives authority to the president to
draft as many men as he deems nee
essary to fill up the regular army, the
National Guard and the cOnscription
force Of 100000 men.
2,OO1 900 Armed Men.
II is estimated by the war depart
ment that as a result of the authority
conferred and the action to be taken
2001,0O0 officers and men win COM
prise the military establishment of the
United States.
Under the new bill agreed to author
ity is given to fill up by draft the reg
ular army and the National Guard to
war strength, and to raise outside this
100000 men, 100000 to come as the
first quota.
The war strength of the regular
army is about 100000 men. 1t has
now about $4,000 men and is short
about $4,000. The National Guard
has a war strength of 625,000 men. 1t
has now about 125,0O0 and is short
about 10000 men.
Therefore, on the first call there can
be taken for war service about 655,000
men to fill up gaps In the regular army
and National Guard and in addition
100000 as the first quota of the con-
script army of 100000 men.
In the first draft it is possible about
1.155.000 men will be taken for active
service, leaving authorization under
the present bill to call out immedi-
ately 100000 more for another con-
script army.
No Place for Roosevelt.
The action allowing Col. Theodore
Roosevelt to enlist volunteers for for
eign service has been eliminated.
What the colonel win do now that
his pet project Is incapable of realiza.
tlon is a question. 1t Is generally un-
derstood that President Wilson is abb
solutely opposed to the idea of q vol
unteer organization under command of
the colonel.
Pay for enlisted men and nom
commissioned officers was agreed upon
as follows:
Men now receiving hess than S21
per month are increased to $31 per
month; those who received $24 are
increased to $32 men who receive $50
$50 or $40 are increased So each men
who receive $45 are increased to $50
Army Officers Pleased.
Army officers received notice of the
age limit with pleasure. They had
expected a higher maximum, though
they would rather have had the orig.
lnal ages Of nineteen to twenty-five
A new section In the bill authorizes
the president TO organize and equiv
three machine-gun companies fol
each infantry and cavalry brigade
and four machlne-gun companies anC
an armored motorcar for each in
fantry and cavalry division.
An interesting change Is that thu
draft will not be based upon the mum
her Of persons available for serv
ice" as first proposed, but upon tn
population.
A man may register by mail, If nee
essary. Fraud in registration, exam
lnation, etc. is punishable by tn
same Imprisonment, "or, If subject t,