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Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
ECONOMY IS NEEDED.

Now that the state budget has been submitted 1t is but natural that at tention should be given to a study thereof. Such appropriations run up to a large sum and it is not surpris- ing that there are rumors that an ef- fort will be made to pare it down, especially when 1t is realized that in addition to the total amount there represented, there are other appropria- tions which may add a million or two besides.
 There is as great need now as there has ever been in the past for keep ing down the state expenditures to as low a figure as possible and carry on the business of the commonwealth. Connecticut is rot in any shape for indulEing in extra-agarce- It must figure to keep it's expenditures within It's income ard reme-oSer at the same time that t has not gotten to the point where g state tax is not nec- sssa-T-
 This is true os every year, but more especia5l- zt-:1ld it be recognized Tn this sese!or Of the legislature when there is nc telling just how much Con- necticut WiG be called upon to spend on sccoCnt of the war It doesn't want to get to the point where it will he shown that it has 3reer using it's fin ances right and lsft for matters which can ws<7- without detrimental results. only to e16 that no provision has been made and no consideration given to the fact that the war is going to ne more or less of drain at this time Connecticut still needs to practice economy It needs to cut of all unwise expenditures and there are undoubtedly many which can be clzsseG aiohg with the appropriation which has been made for a legislative souvenir as eu-ira1v uncaIled for
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
HE LIBERTY LOAN.

From the way in which subscrip- tiors are pouring in for the Liberty loan it is quite evident that the coun- try Is aroused to the necessity of meeting the financial obligations which are involved by the United States en- tering the war. Tn the prosecution Of the war this country has been looked 10 for assistance in the way of loans on previous occasions. Such were pri- vate affairs but the present is a gov ernment matter and the United States not only calls for this money which will he loaned to the entente powers, but it stands back of the loan. It is a government obligation and one of the safest investments that could bc made and as such the rate is especially attractive.
 Although it Is but few days since the loan has been offered. the subscrip- tiOns which have been rushed to Washington make it evident that 1t is going to he greatly oversubscribed. Financial institutions and individuals are taking huge sums, the rate hay ing grown rapidly from a million to 20 million an hour and this at a time before many banking houses and in upon the subject.
 This cannot help but be looked upon as encouraging. It is pleasing to those in charge of the finances of the gov ernment and it is pleasing to the country at large. The wealthiest na- ton in the world is opening it's pocket book to do all it can in the existing emergency. There is an opportunity for putting to good use not only the two billion which are sought by this loan but much more which will be asked for later on in accordance with the Hauthority granted by congress Every section of the country can and must do it's part.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

There gre four great classes of soI- diers in this war of nations. There are the fighting men, the transporta ton men. the factory workers and tHr agricultural workers. The last three classes are every bit as important as the first. Their ranks must be kept filled. 4 proper proportion must ha maintained among the four ciaeEes- It can only be done by thorough organ iation of the nations male cltlzensb5 9.
 The so-ca.lled "conscription" plan would simply register every man. and then tell him 10 do what he can Ho best. If he's patiently good fight CT. very well-he'll be a soldier There are millions of Americans who woufG like to be soldiers. But the clauceT are at least five 10 one that hell he kept in civilian life. with credentials to show he's no "slacker" And heH be working under intelligent federal direction. knowing that all the work of his hand and brain will count to- ward the great national purpose Of winning the war.
 Why should anybody object 70 that. -Meriden Record
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
SIMPLE FROCk.

The summer girl will be very dainty in the afternoon with a cool little frocI1 of flesh colored crepe de Chine cut on simplest lines; the gathered skirt having big pockets and the sur plice blouse crossing below a collar less neck. The neck opening and front of the blouse should be hem stitched, and hemstitched cuffs will finish the long, bishop sleeves. Such 8 frock depends for it's distinction on its material and finish, since it's lines are simple All the seams and gathers should be put in with sewing silk exactly matching the material.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
RECIPES.

Banana Shorteake-Cream one third cup butter and one cup sugar. Add the yolks of two eggs and mix to- gether until light and creamy. Now add alternately one-haIf cup milk and one and three quarters cups flour, sifted, with two and one-half tea spoons baking powder. Lastly, cut and fold in the beaten whites of two eggs. Bake in a square layer in a moderate oven thirty minutes or long CT. When baked, cover the top with a thick layer of sliced bananas and over the whole pour a thick cream, made as follows: Heat one pint of milk in a double boiler. When hot
 stir into it a mixture made of one teaspoon cornstarch and quarter cup sugar. mixed to q paste with little cold milk and water. Stir un- til the mixture thickens, then cook for fifteen minutes or longer. stir ring occasionally. Beat one egg, add to it one-fourth cupful sugar and a pinch of salt, and mix well. When the cornstarch mixture is nearly done very slowly add the egg, cook a min ute or so longer, then remove from the fire. Cool before serving When cold, add one-half teaspoon vanilla.
 Suet Pudding-Mix together three cups pastry flour, one cup chopped suet, one teaspoon salt Stir one tea spoon soda into one cup molasses, add one cup milk combine the two mix lures, then ad two cups \foured fruit
 raisins and entrants mixed Half fill a covered pudding mold and steam for threo hours. Serve with hard sauce.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

which brought me out of it all right, go I am now well and do all my housework, besides working in my garden Several of my neighbors have got well by talk ing Lydia F: Pinkham' Vegetable Com CT, Okla. a
 Such warning symptoms as sense of suffocation, hotfashcs. headaches hack aches, dread of impending evil. tlmldity, sounds in the ears, palpitafaon of the heart, sparks before the eyes, irregu- larities, constipation, variable appetite, weakness and dizziness should heheeded by middle aged women. Lydia E.. Fink hams Vegetable Compound has carried many women safely through the crisis.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
PROPER PETTicoAT.

More depends upon the petticoat now than the ordinary observer would think. Indeed many modistes are making it do the whole "distending function for the crinoline effects on the new gowns. A soft evening frock of silk or chiffon that does not heed the new silhouette maybe brought within the law by a petticoat which is correctly wired into the required linn it's
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
planting especially if rains form

the planting, especially if rains form dirt crust.
 It is important that the thinning (to one plant every 2 or 3 inches) be cone while the plants are yet snIaE, because it is hard to putt them out when they are large.
 While they may be left in the ground all winter, in northern climates it is better to harvest them late in the fall and store them in garden pits covered with earth. Pulling or spad- ing them out almost impossible. The Lest gathering method is to dig trench es on both sides of the rows and then pull out the plants.
 Roots not used by spring should be pulled anyhow, because in the sec ond season the old plants become weedlil5e, and wild parsnips are sup posed to be poisonous.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
COOKING CARROTS.

Slice them very thin, put them into a pan with enough butter to fry them; let them cook in this butter for about fifteen minutes; then add a tablespoon Of water; continue to add water until the carrots are done. Add to this a cream dressing and they are ready to
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
BATHING CAFES.

At last we have arrived at the Con- tinental mode of wearing bathing wraps over the bathing suit. Once in vogue there are any number of pretty !ones and they look so attractive that it is wonder they have not been a mode before.
 Many are designed to go especially with the bathing suit worn, and a great deal of ingenuity is displayed in these. Capes and shawls are of satin velvety rubber or jersey.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

duce very respectable back yard product He needs to feel the spur of competition and to look mp Go some authority over him whose approval he desires to obtain. Left to himself. the garden will suffer beside the attrac- tions of the swimming hole. Every community where beginners are tr1-- ing it out needs some regular iuspec- tor and adviser tO help the noviceH produce a satisfactory resuIt.-Merl- den Journal.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

fairly hot water and then sponged with cold water, to which a little hazeIine has been added, an improve ment should soon be effected. The use of eau de cologne is also helpful sometimes. Saturate a small portion of handkerchief with the eau de cologne and rub the skin gently. Both of these things are useful in cleans ing the skin.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
SAVE OLD BLANKETS.

An excellent way to utilize an old blanket that is near the end of it's use fitness is to cover it with silkaline and stuff it like a comforter. 1t can be made very dainty if desired, or it can be covered with ordinary cheese cloth and given harder use as it is easily washed.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
UNLOADING FREIGHT CARS.

By the fact that the railroads have rom time to time been forced to in
 rease demurrage rates in order to =rce shippers to hasten the loading md unloading it has been made ap- 1z-ent that a lot of the cars have Ssen tied up for storage purposes and ' delays which could be overcome Tliile the country in general and the aziroads in particular have been suf-
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
NEEDLEWoRk NOTES.

When cornforters are worn on the edges, put a facing round it three in cIles wide, or as wide as worn part goes This makes comforter wear and look like new. A good way to use up old straw mattings that are torn up from floors is to use the best part to make rugs.
 Fringe out about four inches both ends and tie. That will keep them from travelling and they won't kick up, and they look nice on hardwood floors,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Martin Greenblntt of Waterbury.

IWaTtIn GTeeFiDI"tc or VaterpUFy. MT. Editor: I wish to take few lines of your valuable space in refer ence to an announcement that you made in regard to my engagement the early part of this week. I wish to state that it is untrue. as it hap pened to be some one else by the name of Martin GreenbIatt of Waterbury that was engaged and not Martin Greenblatt of New London. Personal ly think I am too much of a patriot to become engaged at this present war crisis.
 Yours very truly
 MARTIN GREENBLATT. New London, Conn. May f, 1917.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
OTHER VIEW POINTS

The hard coal miners have secured an average wage increase of 20 per cent, and their president, John F. White, says;
 T feel confident that the agreement will alleviate the skyrocketing cost of food and clothing products sufficiently to tide the anthracite workers over an unprecedented crisis"
 But waiti This increase-and prob ably q little more for good measure will presently be tackled on to the price of coal. And presently, everywhere, the men who make things which these miners must buy to keep themselves clothed and fed and alive, will be de- mandipg higher wages to meet their increased coal bills. This, in turn, will be attached to the price of the things the miners must buy and away goes their cost of living, "skyrocketing" again It is q vicious circle.-Water- bury America.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
ROUGH sTuFF.,

This isn't slang-it is the literal truth about much of the fabric output for spring. Rough material of all kinds holds sway probably because of the unusual vogue for smooth, SUD- pie fabrics liks the popular velours and bolivia cloths and duvetynes. Weaxes with pebbled and basket weave surfaces, homespuns, etc. make up into some stunning and service able sports suits
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
IN FiRELEss COOKER.

Many people who have hreless cook CTS have perhaps often thought of baking potatoes in them. This can easiIv be done, and they are just as satisfactory as when baked in the oven. Put the largest heater over hte gas flame and arrange the potatoes close together on this; let them stay half an hour turning occa SionaIIy; then put in the cooker and cover up: and in another half hour they will be done
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

ta b l e Compound
 b e eau SC during
 Change of Life I was in bed tw 0 years and had two operations, but all the doctors and op- erations did me no good, and I would have been in 7 nay
 grave today had it not been for Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg II- ra x~-H
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

The announcement that labor organ izations were going to cooperate so that there would be no strikes during the year appears to have stimulated instead of checked any that might have been contemplated.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
Miss Rose Ynur

Miss Rose Younger, New York rewspa per woman has been chosen by Mrs. Carrie Chapman Catt to direct the expenditure of s1,000,O00 left Mrs. Catt by the estate of Mrs. Frank Les
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Those who are planning to go to the country this summer might as well make up their minds to the fact that the production of the proper amount of foodistufff5 requires that they should handle the hoe.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
TO LIGHTEN LABOR.

When washing a ceiling preparatory to rewhitening. painting or kalsomin- ing brush first with common four starch. Wash off before the starch has had time to dry thoroughly and all soil will come off with the starch.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

If an article has been scorched in ironing wet in cold water and lay where the bright sunshine will fall directly on it. This will take the mark completely out.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

The scarcity of tin cans can cause no satisfaction to anyone except pos sibly those who are working diligently for an improvement in the appear ance of certain backyards and dump ing places.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

If t was true to it's name before hostilities opened in that region, there cannot be much left of Mush at this stage of the war, whether in Russian or Turkish hands.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
THEY WERE RUNDOWN

How often we hear It said of man or woman that "they were rundown in health" whichaccon1tsf sfortl1eirpresent sickness. For that reason 1t is irnpor- tant that when you find you tire easily, when your nerves are troublesome. or. your work is irksone, you should strengthen your system immediately with the blood-enriching, tissue-build- ing food in Scott's Emulsion which contains pure Norwegian cod live, oil and is free from alcohol.
 Scot Eoure. RIeezged H !. 1S2
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Baking soda gives instant relief to burn or scald. Applied either wet or dry to the burned part, immediate ly the sense of relief is magical
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Keeping. close account of house. hold expenses is a great safeguard against extravagance. If you find yourself running higher on a certain supply this week than last. you can curtail on something else, and thereby keep to an even course.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
rno Runv +o Erniain.

About three weeks ago the Ger mans explained that they rctreated 10 shorten the battle front. At pres ent they are so busy retreat.nz that they haven't time to explain.--Louls- vile Courier Journal
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

The man on the corner says: The great problem is going to be to curb the appetite SO that it will compare more favorably with the output of the backyard garden.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
WHEN BOILING RICE.

A teaspoon of lemon juce added to a quart of water in which rice is to be boiled will make the rice very white and will keep the grains separate when boiled.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

If the French continue to drive the Germans back they will in time get them to a point where they cannot take daily shot at the Rheims cathe- draI.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
DAINTY TOUCHES.
elightfully

Delightfully."- crisp. \ clean looking collars of organdy, and sometimes cuffs as well, give the final touch Of snartness to navy serge dresses.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Mrs. Charles c. Pedrick. the first woman ever to run for public office in Glassboro, N J., is at the head of an independent ticket for members of the board of education in that town.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

With 23 Norwegian ships sunk dur ing a week, that country must feel that 1t is paying the price regardless of the fact that it is standing among the neutrals.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

FrilIs are noticeable on cotton blouses and also on the sleeves of strictly tailored coat suits.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Polka dots seem to be gaining in popularity. They appear in voiles, foulards and sport silks.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

The latest, and perhaps simplest method is to rub into warts frequent ly a little good olive oil. It is said that this will get rid of the warts in a few days.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Allow cabbage water to become quite cold before pouring down the sink and there will be no unpleasant smell.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

A lingerie frock is being made pa triotic by having a shield and wreath
 design embroidered in national col
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
STYLISH COSTUME.

What do you think of this costume? It is a slipover blouse of dark blue satin Srnocked in the shoulders with white silk and show novel collar and cuffs of white satin. It is worn with a box pleated white flannel skirt
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Mice do not like the smell of pep permint, and a little oil of peppermint placed about their haunts will soon make them look for other quarters.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
EDITORIAL NOTES.

One doesn't have to do much search ing these days to find teHtale evidence of the price manipulator.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Minn., who is now past 94 yearst of age, attributes her longevity to smok- ing, a habit which she formed some dfty-two years. ago.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Hundreds. of women in New York have Joined classes in cookery, auto mobile mechanics and wireless tele- graphy. so as to prepare themselves for service in case this country goes to war
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

When sheets get worn at the foot, use the part that has wide hem, which IS usually good, for pillow slips. Use hem of sheet for hem of slip Will last quite a long time and not much work
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

The latest trimming in the millin- cry field is the fish fin. This is used successfully on hat of maline and calls forth much comment
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Looped or draped skirts are sure tc come, and we will like them, too, for
 as advance models they are graceful and becoming.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

When buying sirloin steak for a family of six or eight, it is good plan to get two small steaks rather than one large one, for the reason that the large one must be cut so thick to get the weight, and will not cook OF carve to SO good adXantage.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

is the feature of navy blue taffeta .frock.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
CONCERNING WOMEN.

Mrs. Leonard Hughes, wife of Capt. Leonard Hughes, U. s. A., and daugh- ter of a German baron, was once a iady in waiting to Princess Elinor of Reuss
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
WOMAN'S LITE F
Change Safely Passed by Taking Lydia E. Pinkham's
 Vegetable Compound.

Wagoner, Okla.-'I never get tired of praising Lydia E.. Pinkham's Vege-
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07
DICTATES OF FASHION.

Many evening gowns have the low decollette filled in or yelled with tulle.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

A new position for the pockets is in the middle of the sport blouse
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

The next time machine stitching is ripped out of a garment which is to be made over, try this treatment be- fore recutting: After all the threads have been brushed out, turn hot flat iron upside down and place a wet cloth over it after which stretch the marked part of the goods over the steaming cloth. Always hold the wrong side of the material next to the iron.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Darning by machine is easy, speedy and results in mend that is scarce Fly noticeable. To darn, place the ar ticIe in an embroidery frame to hold steadily and keep it straight, move the stitch of the machine to the shortest point and take out the press Ter foot screw. Use a fine thread. Place the article to be darned under the needle, hold firmly and move steadily back, forth, sidewise or wher- ever you wish to go, not turning the goods around at all.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

If you have over salted the food clean cloth tightly over the kettle and sprinkle a tablespoon of flour on the cloth; allow the contents of the ket- tie to steam. In a few minutes the flour will have absorbed all the sur plus salt
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Styes are annoying and as the ounce of prevention in this case can not be given one must have recourse to the pound of cure. In the begin ming of a stye cold applications some times prove helpful, but after pus has formed hot applications are more desirable As soon pus has formed q an outlet should be made and until this is done it will not get well Use the point of a sharp needle that has been dipped in boiling water.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Fruit embroidered in natural colorz
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Mrs. Johanna Olson of St. Paul,
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

SUGGESTIONS FOR
 THE HOUSEWIFE
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

It is very seldom indeed the hair does not darken as a child grows up. Careful washing of the hair. however, will keep it bright and silky looking, even if it does darken little. There is probably no harmless way of pre- venting the hair from darkening. The use of the shampoo, containing good toilet soap, a little cloudy ammonia. powdered borax, and a few drops of eau de cologne, or other good perfume will keep the hair bright. It must always, however. be very thoroughly rinsed and be dried in the open air Exposing the hair freely to the sun also helps to keep it bright. The oc- casional use of an egg shampoo is also good for fair hair
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Try oatmeal cookies made in the following way: Beat together one egg and half a cupful of sugar, add lit tie salt and a teaspoon of melted but ter Into this mixture beat 1 to 1 13 cups of uncool1ed oatmeal, until you have a fairly stiff batter Drop by teaspoons on buttered tins and bake in moderate oven until brown.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-05-07

Each member of the family going forth in the morning, either to school Or to business should have a good hot breakfast prepared for him and in plenty of time, so that he w;li not have to eat it in haste; and by all means have nothing but cheerful con versatio at the table. These things have more effect on the success of the day than most people realize.