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Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
A GOOD SUGGESTION

l Dear Sisters of the Social Corner: | would like to present 8 small item ! that demonstrates the 'ounce Of pre- Nent1on, worth more than the pound | Of cure" It Is simply this which i costs you nothing, and may save you | much value.
 I have taken the little red pastors, which has my printed address on the wrapper of The Bulletin, and repasted them on articles of value, to show the identity Of the owner.
 l have a valued cameo brooch, and | on the reverse side there is my nams and address on the red label which in no way shows on the outside. Should be so unfortunate as to lose my pin there is an opportunity for an honest person to return 1t to me, otherwise the finder could not easily return it, for advertising does not always reach the notice of either loser or finder This little red scrap of paper with jet black print will fit into many lit tie places where 1t is not seen, but when hand-written address could not be condensed in so small a space often hear lady friends express how much they value their old fash toned cameo pins, as most of them be- icnsed to their mothers, or grandmoth- ers how dreadful they should feel to lose it. In some cases the pin may nave safety clasp. but whether or not, the owners name pasted inside is great prevention against ultimate loss.
 Again, the little red label finds an important place, pasted inside your leather handbags, also within the money purse. Oftimes we neglect to have a visiting card, or anything bear ing the name, within the pocketbook or shopping bag. but if the name and address is pasted securely inside wlno- ever finds the lost article, they flud With 1t the proper aid to return 1t. if they will.
 However, if we protect our valued articles by this simple method. then we lose them, we can feel we did our part to assist the finder for it's return.
 On the other hand, if we should find perhaps a beautiful cameo pin in some place where we could not possi-. ply find its owner, for instance, a dis tant railroad station: but if an ad- dress was pasted inside. we should be glad to do. as we would like to be done by.
 A word to the wise Is sufficient. so. Sisters of the Social Corner, and ali readers and friends. save The Bulle- tins little red label and get busy with your bottle of mucilage and brush and possibly you may some day see the result worth more than a few minutes of time concealing the little red scrap that may restore a fond treasure
 With best wishes and success:
 JENNIE
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
SOCIAL CORNER POEMS.
Just Tell Them So.

By John T. Hinds. There's much to do the whole way - through,
 And little use complaining, For tSs darkest night will change to
 light,
 And the blackest cloud quit raining. If worth you find in weak mankind, |'TwiI1 do all good to know That some one thought they nobly
 wrought,
 And frankly told them SO. Enough will remain of bitter pain. With all the aid you lend; Some will be sad and others glad On down to the journeys end. As in the throng you pass along, With rapid strides or slow, r. virtue you see in bond or free, Just stop and tell them so. There are many cares in home affairs That wear the brain and heart. And many a way, most every day, In which to bear a part. If you love your wife as you do your ., life, It will make her heart aglow, To make her feel your love is real, To often tell her SO. If on the road you see a load Some pilgrim downward pressing, A willing hand to help him stand Will bring you back a blessing. So in the fight 'twixt wrong and right That's wagIng here below. Should praise be said; don't wait till dead,
 Before you tell them so.
 -Wornan'S Home Companion.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
THE EASTERN STATES EXPOSE.
 TON.

Social Corner Sisters:-I had the pleasure of attending the Eastern States Exposition and Dairy Show at Springfield, Mass. October IS. It was an ideal day. We left Willimantic on the c. V. R. R. returning by way of Hartford.
 One day doesn't give much time to see the town ard fair. also; so we spent most of our time at the Fair Grounds. The exhibits in horticultur- al hall. mostly fruits and vegetable were especially fine. A pyramid of vegeta bles beautifully arranged, occu- pied the center of the building. while on every side all kinds of fruit and vegetables were arranged.
 The apples were mostly of Special n'ention, they were very beautiful.
 In ma achinery hall the exhibits were more varied. Not much fancy work was seen, but ali kinds of canned and dried fruits and vegetab bles, jellies, I reserves and pickles, which shows what the women and girls have been Going this summer.
 The horses, cattle, and all livestock were in fine condition.
 The Duroc pigs and brown Swiss cattle with their polished horns and clipped coats were greatly admired
 This was also Children's Day, all under 14 years were admitted free. / They were there in large numbers thoroughly enjoying the privilege giv- them.
 The ferris wheel merry -go-round and a ride in the submarine, were fea- lures well patroniZed by the children ! enjoyed watching them. .,.-
 It was the largest and best fair have ever attended, and hope to go again another year.
 Best wishes.
 wIIrwycr
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27

and add enough flour to make 1t a littl' thinner than a cake dough. Bake iE hot oven.
 Individual Grape-Juiee Puddinas' Let one pint of grape juice and on' cupful of water come to a boil, theI add three-fourths cup of sugars4ane one-half cup of corn starch dissolved In little cold water. Boil about ter minutes, stirring to prevent scorch. Ing. Sprinkle into small individual molds a teaspoon each of finely chop' ped nut meats; over these pour the hot mixture. When cool, turn out oi molds. Serve plain or with cream.
 Indian Pudding Made With cEuR1bsl One cup fine crumbs, one quart blkim milk, one-third cup sugar, two ta' blespoons melted butter, or other fat One-quarter cup molasses, one-quarteI teaspoon ginger, one-quarter teaspoon cloves one-quarter teaspoon cinna, mon. Scala the crumbs in milk; add the other ingredients; and bake ont and a half hours in a slow oven. Thif pudding may be made with any kind of bread crumbs, but 1t furnishes an especially good means of using uB stale corn bread.
 Steamed DumpIing: Pare and quarter ripe, tart apples; place them In a deep dish, adding little water cult, of sour cream or rich butterrnillS If you have no cream or buttermtlH use one of the rich baking powder recipes for the crust. Roll about an inch thick, place over the apples, and steam one-half hour. Serve with sauca made of one-third butter to two-thirda sugar, stirred to a cream. This dump ling may be made of any kind Oi
 PRISCILLA c.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
PRESERVED GRAPES.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: I here with enclose few preserving recipes:
 Grape Butter-Take sweet apples and grapes, half and half. Cook the apples tender and rub through a colan- der. Prepare the grapes as above, using one pound sugar to two pounds of the mixed fruit. The skins may be boiled ma bag and taken out as above or they may be stirred into the butter. The above is the better way. You may leave it plain or spice it.
 Grape Catsup-Five pounds ripe grapes. three pounds sugar, one pint vinegar. one tablespoon cinnamon, one each of pepper and cloves. Then add cre-half teaspoon salt. Boil the grapes and strain through a sieve to remove seeds and skins. Add the other in gradients and boil until thick.
 Grape Pie-Separate the skins from the pulp; then simmer the pulp over the fire; remove and rub through a colander to take out the seeds: then put the seeds and pulp together, add one cup sugar and a little butter. Bake with upper and under crust.
 MOUNTAIN LAUREL.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
Live in the Sunshine.

Live in the sunshine. don't live in the gloom, Carry some gladness the world to i1- 1ume. Live in the brightness, and take this to heart, The world will be gayer if you'll do your part. Live on the housetop, not down in the cell; Open-air Christmas live nobly and well. Live where the joys are, and, scorn- ing defeat, Have a good morrow for all whom you meet. Live as a victor, and trium phing go Through this queer world, beating down every foe. Live. in the sunshine, God meant it for you! Live as the robins, and sing the day through.
 Selected.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
HUMBLE BEES PICNIC

Dear Social Corner Sisters: What a grand good time we did have at Bum ble Bees picnic at her home in Boz rah. To begin with the day .dawned beautifully. The air was cold ard crisp, but the sun was so bright and warm, that we didn't need our extra square for Yantic. where jitney was waiting for In a few minutes we were on a fine country road, passing lovely farms and villages, broad ful scenery was reflected in the wa ter, making a more beautiful picture than an artist could imagine.
 When we arrived at Rumble Bees by great Social Corner colored oak trees, the ground covered with Social Corner leaves and the Social Corner colored ribbons fluttering in the breeze greet us, we know that we had arrived at our destination. and were more than pleased.
 There was a large gathering. We met many new Social Corner Sisters. Both clubs were well represented; there also was quite a baby show, making in all about ferty of us.
 After the babies had all been ad- mired and we had finished visiting one another, we turned to our different articles of fancies which we always carry with us, some were knitting sweaters, some socks, several were crocheting lace collars and others were just making simple little edres.
 All at once there was such delic icus odor coming from the kitchen. I wish all the Social Corner Sisters could have seen the long table set with the good things, and the plates of steaming clam chowder. We all said it was the best chowder we had ever eaten and then the coffee. cake, fruit and last, but not least, the delicious ice cream.
 After dinner a donkey was nailed to one of the sheds and each one was given a donkey tail to pin on where it belonged. Some went wide off the mark. One sister said she would pin it on his nose, and sure enough she did. How we laughed. There were several prizes given.
 On our way home we all said it was one of the best times we had had this summer.
 Before leaving we thanked the hest ess and assistants.
 We also thank The Bulletin Go. for the delicious ice cream.
 BOB WHITE.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
HOW TO DO USEFUL THINGS.

Dear Social Cernor Sisters: These suggestions may be found useful by some of you:
 Cracked Eggs can be boiled by add ing a little salt and vinegar to the water.
 For Seorched Table Linen, wet with warm water, adding a little soda, then sprinkle borax on it and it will quick ly remove it.
 A Box Window Seat-Made from two strong boxes or one very long box, or you can make them by fastening long boards together with cleats underneath and then have a long strip screwed to the side of the house for them to rest on. Then have a top upholstered for it with a quilt or padding. I had an upholsterer make mine, but have seen very pretty and useful ones made by using pieces of old quilt; then with un- bleached cotton cloth drawn and tack ed around the edges, then tufted about fastened to the upholstering. This wants to be filled of course so that 1t will look well. It makes a nice place to put suit boxes if you are lucky boxes, by laying one down the long way and standing one up on the end you can make you nice window box without much expense or trouble. Of course the unbleached top is covered with some kind of material such as cretonne, etc.
 Dry. Cleansing that is sure and harmless: Four ounces of strong am monia, one-fourth ounce chloroform, orie-fourth ounce of ether; cork tightly and keep away from the face. Dissolve onehalf bar of soap in one and One- half gallons of hot water. add one fourth teaspoon of salt, baking soda and alum and one and one-half table spoons of the ammonia -chloroform mixture.
 Method of using the cleaner: Shake we'll make father and dip in brush, rub brush over the rugs, lace curtains, gentlemen's suits, delicate silks. up- holstery, sweaters, blankets or for cleaning ;aea men mems clothes. It IS a & good wiring dry as possible and sponge off the spots. The blankets, let the mix ture become nearly cold, soak the gar ment about 35 minutes. then rinse in clear water; after wringing as dry as
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
PEACH SANDWICHES.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: As peaches are now well in season here is a dainty and appetizing way q serving them:
 Peach Sandwiches-One stale sponge cake, one quart peeled peaches, two ta- blespoons butter. one-half cup fruit juice, one-half cup sugar. one-half teaspoon cinnamon. grated rind of one orange, one pint whipper cream.
 Cut cake into half inch slices. Stamp out with fancy cutter twice as many round pieces as you have persons to serve. Melt the butter in your chaf- ing dish and brown in it the pieces of cut-out sponge cake. Remove to plat ter, drain peaches, having as many halves as you have pieces of cake. To the butter in chaf1ng dish add the su- gar, juice and grated peel. When these ingredients are hot add the peaches. Cook five minutes. Extin- guish the lamp and prepare to serve. When serving place on a small plate one round of sponge cake, on this place cne-half peach, on top of peach place another round of cake and more peach on top of latter. Dust with cinnamon, garnish with whipped cream.
 EASTER LILY.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
EDUCATED FARMERS.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: It did not used to be considered necessary for a farmer to receive anything more than common school education Aft CT boy got along in his teens he was sent to common district school winters, and summers he worked on the farm. A couple of winters school ing was supposed to make him pro- f1cient in the common branches of ed ucation of which it was necessary for common farmer to know, to carry on his business.
 How different are the present times. Now, as soon as boy is old enough, he is sent to the best schools in the city, taking all the modern studies, like Greek, etc, and when he gradu- ates, if his people are able, he is sent to college. Then he comes back to the farm. Is he content to take up his fathers business? No, A thousand times no! He finds himself fitted for a higher calling, and either takes up some profession, or becomes a mer- chant, or something that will be easier, and bring in more ready money.
 It is no wonder there are so many abandoned farms all over the country, that are fast being bought by the Jews. The former owners have passed away, and no one to take their places, so the farms are sold for half their value to foreigners.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
SLANG.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: Beir . in a company where there were some young people talking and planning for a coming event recently, I was sur prised to hear so many words Of slang.
 I thought of true story once told mo of an prominent minister in New York city. As he was in his study writing one Friday, his daughter came an adjoining room and were busy talking about how and where they would like to enjoy the following day. He laid aside his pen and when they left the room, exclaimed 'Is it possi- ble that was the voice of my daugh- ter using slang" He called his wife to the study and said: At tea tonight when we are nearly through I would questions about going out for enjoy ment tomorrow, and not be surprised at my answers. The time came. The wife asked if they could visit the park
 70 crackey! That will be fine! Goodness knows I enjoy going to the park"
 I read there were some new arrivals at the Aquarium we might like to go and see them.
 Good gracious! No! I had rather fishes"
 and she left the table and room. Moth ing more was said.
 When the minister returned to the study he soon heard a gentle tap at tn door: "Come!"
 His daughter came.
 Did what I said today sound as bad to you as what you said at the table did to me?"
 He drew his arm around her. "Yes, dear, I think even worse. You are young and forming your chara cter As you meet schooI5hates and friends daily you are eXerting influence for good or bad. It pained me to hear those words from your lips.'
 q heard them at school and thought them smart. I promise you I'll never never say them again.
 With an audible prayer that God would help her keep that promise through life and 8 goodnight kiss she left the study:
 I was lately given recommended library book to read. The aim of the story was good. I observed how slang phrase marred the beauty of many a fine sentence.
 I should like to hear from other members on slang!
 With kind thoughts for all.
 GREAT GRANDMA.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
s,AVORY CORN PUDDING.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: This is something worth while: !. +
 One small green pepper. one-half on- ion, two tablespoons butter, two table spoons flour, one teaspoon salt. one half teaspoon paprika, one fourth tea spoon nutmeg, one-eighth teaspoon red pepper, one cup milk. one cup canned corn one teaspoon baking powder. one egg, two tablespoons bread crumbs, oT.e-half cup buttered bread crumbs.
 Wash pepper, cut in half and remove seeds; then cut in fine strips. Chop onion fine and cook. with pepper and butter five minutes; add flour, season. irgs and milk: bring to boiling point; then add corn, baking powder, egg well beaten and soft bread crumbs Mix and turn into a greased baking dish, cover with buttered crumbs and bake in moderate oven 30 minutes. Serve hot as a vegetable.
 r, M R.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
SWEET MEMORIES.

Dear Sisters of The Social Corner: Once again have I seen the wooded hills of New England. Once again have I gazed with mine own eyes up- on the tear-stained leaves of the forest. Once again have I seen the October hills Haunting .gayer colors even than of yore. Again have seen the au- tundn mist lowering over the lowlands cleaning on the blazing patches of sumac, and the purple haze gathering around the lowly huckleberry brush
 The masses of golden rod and asters have not escaped my eye. The bar berry bushes have also yielded their treasures.
 In the year that has passed last I visited these woodlands. some of those who enjoyed with me the autumn col brings and the gathering of the au- tum harvests have passed into the un- known, while others have gone across" to meet their fate in a dis tant land. And wha: will another stopped to mourn nor change her moods. The vagueness and help lessness that now appeals and throws deepening shadows over the human heart, falls not upon the heart of Ma ture nor disturbs her eternal restfuI- ness. It is well that the falling of the year brings not sorrow but inspiration.
 The store of nuts I have gathered. My neighbors, the squirrels, I know have looked with jealous eyes upon my zeal in diminishing their winters supply. I know that Their chattering and barking was intended for me-a highway robber in the wilderness.
 The memories of these October days and the quiet background of the gray trees and grayer skies will remain ing the year that is to come.
 THE LITTLE SINISTER.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
A RED LETTER DAY,

Dear Social Corner Friends: On ac- count of sickness I was obliged to miss the pleasant time with Aunty No. l when she entertained some of the Sisters at her cottage near the Golden Spur, but later through the kindness of Tidy Addly, I was able to visit the same camp. It is an ideal place for a rest, on the shore of the Mantle river, and Tidy Addly and the Captain have certainly learned the true secret of hospitality, as they made my stay with them a very pleasant one.
 Another Red Letter day was our picnic at the home of Aunty No. 1 in Franklin after jolly ride over in the bus, and the hearty greetings from our hostess and the other Sisters, we started out to view the beautiful grounds. Back of the two cosey homes almost hidden by vines and flowers was the long rustic arbor. with its ciematis with long trailing vines and white feathery blossoms, and Sweet Alyseum at each post. At the end of the arbor was a broad pathway bor- dered on each side with hydrangea with immense clusters of blossoms just turning from white and gray to pink.
 This arbor and pathway led to miniature lake surrounded by rustic seats and bridges, and a cool spring house close by. with goldenrod, purple asters and rhododendrons as back ground.
 Next was a visit to the garden plot flowers, from the brightest scarlet to dainty white. Frcm the top of the high windmill, reached by a wind ing stairway, could be seen peach and apple. orchards on either side, with their yellow fruit, beyond large rustic
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
QUICK LOAF. CAKE AND PUDDING

Dear Social Corner Sisters:-Don't you think the Sisters should have on fhe little yellow ribbon when at a picnic or party?
 Quick Loaf Cake-Two cups sugar, one cup butter, two cups sweet milk, enc. egg, one teaspoon soda, three tea spoons cream tartar, five and one-half cups flour, as many raisins as you like, vanilla or lemon flavor. This will make two pans.
 Suet Pudding (niee)-One cup mo- lasses, one cup suet chopped fine, one- half cup entrants, one cup sweet milk, one cup raisins, two and one-half cups flour, one-ha1f teaspoon soda, mix with salt and spice to taste; steam two hours.
 Liberty bond if I could All of us should help what we can. We can cave on the food line.
 LONG HILL.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
DOM PEDRO.
PRACTICES WHAT SHE PREACH.

Dear Social Corner Friends: As we as possible these times, I wonder how many of the readers do their sewing, or have family to sew for try mak- ing over garments for the children or themselves. They would be surprised to see how nice they would look and what it would save. If the garment isn't the color you desire get some diamond dyes and color it. Sell what isn't worth making over to the rag man and. buy your patterns from The Bulletin Pattern department
 am young mother with four chil- dren to sew for, and I can assure you I practice what I preach.
 A YOUNG MOTHER
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
GIFTS FOR AN INVALID.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: Often the puzzling question arises: What shall I give my invalid friend?"- One answer to it suggests one or more tiny pillows. During a tedious con- valescence much comfort may be de- rived from these small articles.
 A pillow loosely filled with hair for the back of the neck is a delight. It may be eight by thirteen inches. The white muslin bag may have a cover of fancy silk linen or lawn but In any case it should be removable, with two buttons and buttonholes at one end, or dress straps answer nicely.
 If you want to go a little further, give the friend a pair of smaller pill lows for elbow rests. They are use full to put on the arms of the easy chair. Fill these with hair. They should be about nine by seven inches.
 Pillows of all sizes and all ma terials. filled with down, feathers, silk floss, hair or lambs wool. will prove to be among the most satisfactory gifts to be Iounu or an invalid. They can be as elabors te or plain as the donors time, inciil ation or purse sug- gests.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-10-27
GREETINGS FROM JOAN.

Editor and Corner Friends: After keeping silent long time thought I would write a fe lines.
 While waiting for Jose,l De to answer my qu,s-i11, a b Id has made its appearance on my Cape Jasmine The plant grows. but the bud does net grow any-it IS not blasted, either?
 Scottie: I am with you in regard to having a convenient place for our meetings the coInt1:y winter. Now the carfare has adv it looks So we would hay. to stay at home and think of Club No. 1 having all the pleasure.
 Billie: So gla Ito see :ha poem you sent, and know yod are still with us
 I want to thank Jennie, Selirda and Lucy Acorn for t1. pretty cards.
 Have any of the Sisters got :he calendar of flow -r3?" If so. wsh it could be printed in The Corner
 Autumn greecipEs to all. LOAN.