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Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
MIRRORS.

You cannot overestinate the possi- lities of mirrors in house decoration. They create an impression of spa ciousness: they reflect back choice and unexpeeted bits of color and they actually make dark interior lighter. If sufficient number of mirrors is used they make the smallest room seem larger. In fart, if tkey are so ar ranged that the whole room is re- Heeted. thA room may even seem large and half the battle is won. And when windows reflect in opposite mirrors the light Is richly given back again. and windows as mediums ot light are msilt.eiieA in the roon 0FA simple
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
SIT AT IRONING BOARD.

Most women find ironing a very back breaking and tiring occupation. It may be made 8 restful occupation, freed from tired back and aching feet. This is accomplished by sitting in comfortable chair and placing the ironing board low enough so that the knees pass easily under it. If one uses an electrically heated iron, this is especially easy, as it is unnecessary to get up to change irons.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
LUNCHEON FAVoRs.

Cute favors for luncheon are little hats made of silk or ribbon. The brins are old fashioned round pin pads and the crowns small stuffed pin cushions fastened to them Make them to harnlonize with the color scheme of the luncheon. trim with tiny ribbon roses, and put a row of colored pins around the edge
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
READY FOR THE NEXT.

,-- What was indicated the middle of
 last week has materialized in the com
 plete ending of the German drive
 along the Montdidier- -Noyon line - There the Germans had figured by 'f= the throwing in of superior numbers
 to either break through the allied line cor to so bend it back that they would ---- come into possession of important --splaces which are needed in the effort
 tc move on Paris or 10 improve their -s position for a new drive toward the
 French coast ports.
 In this last drive the Germans found --ihe allies ready and waiting. They --s,nanaged to secure some ground d --svery small amount in view Of the tre- --mendous price that was paid in hu- ssman life to take it. but while they
 nave been devoting every energy to
 give Foch's armies a setback from which they could not recover. they have not only failed but they nave -,.-been driven out of other points along -s-fhe line which are considered of much F--importance in the defense of Paris -eThus the drive must be put down as
 a failure. They have sacrificed their men. and some of them were their
 best troops, for a mere pittanee.
 .- The question now is where and -sEhen will the next move be made assiong the western front. That there ssXill be a continuance of the drives is s-to be anticipated with Paris or the -rhannel ports as the objective. For -the defense Of these the allies are ir sE better position than ever, even .z5hough Germany gets the benefit oi cthe troops which it Is calling from the sf east. Whether the Austrian offen-
 -sive will serve to occupy the stage -.untii the new preparations are per -7fected remains to be seen, bu .swhsreyer the blow comes it can bt s1believed that it will meet stronger 51opposition than ever before.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
DETACHABLE POCKET,

The object of the detachable pocket is that a woman may have a safe place in which to carry her belong ings about her. Some Of her garments are not always equipped with these handy receptacles and. she is often compelled to stow away money and valuables in places about her person which were not exactly designed for the purposes of a safety vault. The newly invented detachable pocket has fastening devices on it which make it possible to secure it on any garment and at any place, so that femininity may always have a pocket.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Better Than Raa chewino,

Mir Editor The letter in Saturdays Bulletin on gum chewing was very amusing. We would like to ask which is the most annoying, chewing gum or chewing the rag" If people who do so much chewing the rag would change off and try some gum, the poor suffering reading public would not have to read so much nonsense and the neighbors would get much need ed rest. Always finding fault and kick ing about everything is a much worse habit than gum chewing.
 A. B. c. Norwich, June Is, 1918.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
HEALTH AND BEAUTY.

An excellent health rule for bright eyes and clear skin is to take the juice of lemon in a glass of water, with a dash of salt added. This acts directly on the liver which has more to do with good looks than many im- agine
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
RECIPES.

Corn and Rice MufFins.-Peur two thirds of a cupful of hot milk over one cupful of cooked rice and work with a fork to sepearate the grains; add half eupful of eornmeal to the mixture, two tablespoonfuls of bacon fat, half a teaspoenful of salt and one tablespoonful of brown sugar; set aside to cool. When the mixture is cold add Ealf a cupful of flour and three teaspoonfuis of baking powder, beat lit thoroughly; bake in well greased muffin pans in hot oven for twenty minutes.
 Chartreuse of Spinaeh.-Butter a mold and line it with thin slices of hard boiled eggs. Fill with chopped, cooked spinach, well drained, pressing it firmly. Put into pan of hot water and bake for a few minutes, then turn out and serve hot with cream or drawn butter sauce. Nice when put in in- dividual melds.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The mayor of Boston wants to know why the government does not utilize l9 plants in that vicinity for build ing barges and tugs. Certainly it seems as if every facility that is available should be used for this end and the giving of quicker coal relief to New England if there is material available for all of such work.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

For kitchen windows sash curtains are very desirable. Have them just the size of the lower sash, strung on picture wire and fastened to the lower sash at top; then. when the window is opened for airing or sweeping, or washing the sills or framework, the curtain is not in the way. Be sure to make the sash curtains of materials that can be washed and boiled.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
SPOOL TOYS.

Did you ever try saving empty spools and when you are using differ ent colered dyes dip the spools in and see what cute building blocks they make for the small child at no ex- pense.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

If bread crumbs are kept tightly covered in a fruit jar they are apt to become strong. Try tying piece Of muslin over the top. This gives ven- tilation and also keeps out the dust.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The best treatment for sprain is hot water It relieves the soreness and reduces the inflammation. Ab- solute rest is necessary. After gath ing the injured part with hot water it should be bandaged and kept damp with witch hazel. If the sprain is very bad this treatment may be used until the doctor arrives. Always keep bottle of tincture of ammonia in the house to be used in case of bruises. cuts or wounds. Wet cloth with 1t and apply around the injured spot. It will be found to be cooling and sooth- ing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

What losses Germany has been suf- fering as the result of the drives is pretty well shown by the announce rdent that. it is going to send all of it's troops in Russia to France.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Those who are fined today for vie. latien of the automobile law and to morrow proceed to indulge in the same violation and brag about 1t de- serve to be taught a lesson.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
When buying

When buying a broom, test it by pressing the edge against the floor If the straEs remain in a solid mass the broom is a good one; if they bristle out and bend down, don't buy |
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

A stove that has been splashed with fat can be effectively cleaned by dip ping rag into the soot at the back of the stove and rubbing the greasy spots before applying the backing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Water spilled on the bed when someone is i'll may be quickly drled by filling a hot water bottle fuH ol boiling water and placing it between the mattress and the bed clothing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

satin has lace brim and a chin strap
 of lace caught with a hand made rose.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The old worn bedspread will make a pretty tableeioth. Trim off the worn portion and dye it pretty color, then turn a two inch hem around the edges and finish with a fringe.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
ro POLISH A MIRROR.

To polish a mirror. use dry charnois or pumice bag. or even tissue paper, and apply powdered chalk -or whiting with any of these. Or use dry cloth slightly moistened with a few drops of aqua ammonia.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The work of keeping some of the biggest golf courses in the country in condition is now being done by women.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

With the plan to march American troops through Ireland there ought to be no question: in the minds of the Irish where America is standing.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Austria may be on the verge of an upheaval second to Russa's but it is requiring more time than was neces- sary to start the war.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

New Jersey women have just or ganiseA g division of the council of national defense.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

When laying mating, you will ma it much easier to lay into corners II wet thoroughly with a brush dipped into a pail of water, to which a cup full of salt has been added.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The fashionable gowns of the pres ent day are marked by smart sim. plitity.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

With Germany planning to move troops from Russia to the west there is all the more need for the reestab- lishment of an eastern front.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The most charming coats of the spring are undoubtedly the soft, heavy velours in mole shade.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The latest woman to be appointed as captain of Bed Cross canteen in France is Miss May Brewer of Cali fornia
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

When a submarine takes eight tons of copper from merchantmen, it in dicates that it isn't planning upon be- ing caught.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

There are reasons to believe that it will not be long before the announce ment is made that there are a million American soldiers in Europe.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

It must be provoking to the Ger mans to have to use so many divis- Ions on the Americans and then not be able to stop them.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

There is going to be a great big pa triotic service rendered this year by the youngsters. who give up their Fourth of July fireworks to purchase thrift stamps.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Spokane, Wash, is the first big city in the country to have women fire fighters.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
EDeaNe FOR WELLS.

Paris favers ribbon of a contrasting hue as an edging on even the most delicate tulle veils.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The man on the corner says: The patriotic can usually be found filling .hefr. collar without doing a lot of talking about it.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

There is no prettier trimming for a large. fat hat than a wreath of leaves around the crown.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Perhaps the recent exploits of the Italian navy gives the best reason why there is no talk about an Austrian na . val offensive.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
CONCERNING WOMEN.

New York city is planning to or gaHize 8 police recerve of 100000 women.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

High eollared biouses, can only be worn by women with 1awless chins and throats.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
EDITORIAL NOTES.

No one has as yet been forced to put up a very stiff fight against tan and sunburn
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
WOMAN IN LIFE AND IN THE KITCHEN

way of placing a large mirror is be- tween two, windows and reaching to the floor. A console table may be placed against it for a decorative note
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Most foulard dresses are untrimmed except for dainty collar and cuffs of white.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

M. Clemenceau has handed the Cross of the Legion of honor to Lieutenant de Villeiume, whd recently escape1 from Germany after Killing three Ger man soldiers who tried to stop him.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

With a perfectly simple underslip of black satin one may wear various overtunics and jumpers.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Jade green is a popular shade which appears in covert cloth,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Arniea diluted with warm water, acts like magic in soothing tired, swollen feet, and foot bath of this every other night is good.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
DICTATES OF FASHION.

The tunic dress has invaded the kingdom of the tailor made.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Filet and venise laces appear O. white and flesh co1ored blouses.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Some of the best utility coats of the season echo military and Red Cross garments.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Now that wool is so precious more silk suits than ever are in vogue.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

There is scarcely a spring garment of which silk does not form part.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
sRipEsMAip,s CAP.

msy be in any one of a number of different shades,
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Higher ehoker collars appear O plain spring and summer coats.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
OTHER VIEW POINTS

Building a ship in a day is not enough. We must sink a murder boat raider day or swallow pride. Our boys do it on the other side, what is the matter over here?- Bristol Press
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
Wet umbrellas should not be closed

Wet umbrellas should not be closed and stacked in the dripper. Stand the umbrella handle downward, to allow the water to run off quickly, thus pre- venting the ribs from rotting. The umbrella should be opened a couple of inches to allow the water to escape without wetting the handle. When nearly dry open to the full and this will stretch the covering and prevent cracking. Let remain open until dry.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Charming little honnets for babie are made of fine dotted swiss.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

A sweet red pepper should always hangin a canary's cage.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Plain pastry is the lighter for z little baking powder in it.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

A wooden box is better for keeping bread than a tin one.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Beets are second only to potatoes in general food value
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
SHOES AND GLOVES.

Don't forget that most people eat too much meat in summer time.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17


 willingly wait for the hour when those more Americans shall strike. In near ly every field of war preparation America nov has done more than sine expected to- do at this time. The single exception in fhe air. and even here, there are signs Of nearby and vast production -7s'Bridgeport Times.
 The Hartford police have au- nounced that after g o'clock in the evening all persons found in home garden plots will be regarded as trespassers, and will have to show good reason for their presence there or be arrested, The. gardens in Hartford are soon to the piacarded be punished by a fine of. S100 or six months in jail, or both.
 The present summer is going to be a bad one for the trespasser upon another's property. Already those caught taking garden truck have been heavily fined sMhep-- brought before the couEt, for tteF E a real- ization of the importance : of the years crops raised by amateur as well as professional which is gener- al. The time when a small boy could lnvade the corn patcn ana walk away with an armful of fears I has gone by. The time when a gang" of half-groyn men could de- scend upon a garden. and strip , it care, relying on their superior nuEn- l bers to forestan any action by the : owner has passed.
 1 If the police of other cities would set the 9 o'clock trespass law limit i they would gain even more compli- ments for their protection of home gardens than they are. getting now i New Haven Register
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Fruit that is beginning to decay should never be eaten, because germs grow in the rotten parts, and if they get into our stomachs they are apt to make us ill Bananas are more nour- ishing than the juicy fruits, but they are harder to digest. They should be perfectly ripe before they are eaten, and should be thoroughly ehewed, or eaten with bread or crackers to make them easier for the stomach.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Beeswax and salt will make rusty fiat-irons as smooth as glass.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Steaming bacon is much nor economical than boiling it.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Coarse sandpaper is better than sandsoap to SCOUT kettles with.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

The use of whole wheat flour is not regarded as saving wheat
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Never buy spices in large quantities they lose their flavor.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17


 A former member of the American stage who would be in the fighting line tcday but for a serious disability which has sent him to g sanatorium, writes to a friend in Waterbury: I am still cheating Cbaron out of fare. Won der if MeAdoo took over that trans portatien system? If so. I suppose it will cost an extra quarter to cross the Styx." That's the spirit of our boys in the trenches. ard it's just as fine in those of US who are unable to fight
 especially. when it is qualified by se- were illness.-Waterbury American.
 Secretary .Baker never speaks oa American forces in France without the comparative more" A little ! while back he said there are more 1, than 5e0,0o0 men in France. Now he l says soon more" than million i Americans will be fighting in France 1 How many more? That is something ithe Germans will know when the.
 meet the Americans America vii
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Omelets can be made with. apricot as well as other things.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

Any grown up person whose exu- berant patriotism calls on him to set off explosives on July Fourth, has fully qualified for immediate
 transportation to the trenches, where the explosives can be put where they will do the most good Meriden Journal
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17

To clear the skin drink plenty Of water and less coffee; sleep in a we'll ventilated room with the windows raised at the bottom and lowered at thme top Take a hot bath daily and use a bath brush and pure soap Take heaping teaspoonfui of phosphate of soda in a cup of hot water half an hour before breakfast for five days about once a month
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
FOR

THE HOUSEWIFE
Norwich bulletin., 1918-06-17
THRIFT HINTS.

THRIFT HINTS.
 Beets are second only to potatoes in general food value.
 A wooden box is better for keeping bread than a tin one.
 A sweet red pepper should always hangin canary's cage.
 Plain pastry is the lighter for a little baking powder in it.
 Steaming bacon is much more economical than boiling it.
 Omelets can be made with. apricots as we'll as other things.
 Never buy spices in large quantities: they lose their flavor.
 Beeswax and salt will make rusty fiat-irons as smooth as glass.
 The use of whole wheat flour is not regarded as saving wheat. Coarse sandpaper is better than sandsoap to SCOUT kettles with.
 Don't forget that most people eat
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1918-12-11
Minnesota Is Leads.

The following article is from the
last issue of the Farm Bureau News:
During the past season the Farm
Bureau conducted series Of corn
variety demonstrations to determine
what varieties were best adapted to
Orleans county conditions. Seventeen
different varieties were tried out on 20
different farms but owing to the poor
season and rainfall only ten plots
were cut On each test plot from ten
to twelve different varieties Of silage
and flint corn were planted side by
side, four rows for each variety.
These plots were not treated in any
way different from the corn grown
this year, either in fertilizer or care.
At harvest time a small plot Zone
two-hundred-f ftieth part of an acre)
was cut from the four rows of each
variety. The stalks were sorted and
weighed according to whether the
ear on the stalk had reached the silk,
milk or glazed stage or whether the
stalk was merely in the tassel stage.
It is we'll known fact that corn in
the tassel stage is worth far less for
ensilage purposes than that in the
milk or silk stage.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1918-12-11
Summary on Tests.

Tonnage peracre and value per acre
are two entirely different things.
Look over the table carefully and see
how tonnage per acre varies from 10
to Is tons. The varieties having the
greatest weight of ears per acre are
the ones nearest the top of the list.
Minnesota 13 proved second best in
the variety tests conducted by the
Farm Bureau in Addison county this
year while Sheffield Flint proved to be
the best variety in the corn variety
tests in Washington county in trials
with Is varieties. Early Yellow Dent,
one of the principal silage varieties
used in this county, is not showing up
at all we'll in the variety tests. 1t is
a large, late maturing variety and
not as we'll suited to Orleans county
conditions as some of the other vari-
cites, such as Minnesota 13 or Shelf
field Flint. Farmers wanting to Sc
cure good seed for some of these bet
ter varieties should notify the Ex-
change manager or the County Agent.
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1918-12-11

ferent sizes and shapes of each article that
space doesn't admit of complete descrip-
ton The best way is to let US show you the
goods, consisting of combs, brushes, mani
cure pieces of every description, trays,
toothbrush holders, soap boxes, jewel boxes
beautifully lined, powder and puff boxes,
shoe horns, shaving soap cases, hair re-
ceivers, clocks, and picture frames. The
engraving of ivory goods in colors with
initials, monograms, crests, etc., is extreme
ly popular. Complete sets where every
article is engraved make very attractive
display. The idea of buying one or two
pieces each year until set is complete is a
novel one. s-~as.4.s
Orleans County monitor. [volume] (Barton, Vt.) 1872-1953, 1918-12-11

The following article is from the
last issue of the Farm Bureau News:
What does the Farm Bureau need
most? Members.
Why? Because members are bound
to boost, not only financially but in
the planning and the working out of
the program of the Farm Bureau.
When? Now. Several committees
have organized to canvass their
towns for members during the next
two weeks, and the county agents
will help the remainder of the
towns in the near future to arrange
for similar work.
Where do we need more members?
In every town in the county.
The following quota for each town
has been worked out on the basis of
2O8o of the farm men and women. Do
you consider 20%o too large a percent
age of progressive farm people? OF
course not! Then get busy and let
us all pull together to make this the
biggest year yet for the Orleans
County Farm Bureau.