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Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1918-09-06
U. ). CLERKS TO FIGHT.
All Eligibies in Washington Departments
Must Give Way 10 Unfit
3y Associaled Press ID ENerv ENening

By ASSOCIATED Press % Every Evening
Washington, Sept 8 Secretary Baker
has ordered the chief Of each bureau IN
the war department to replace by De
cember 81 all men within the draft ages
who would be classified in class one now
assigned to duty in Washington or in war
department branches elsewhere with men
physically dis6qualied for general mil j.
tary service.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1918-09-06
MORE POLICEMEN QUIT.
Patroimen MammeIe and Ward Resign

Patroimen MammeIe and Ward Resign
from City Force
Two more names were added to the
list Of designations from the police force.
when, branding as unjust the action Of
the Board Of Police Commissioners IN
timing them several days pay for being
late in making their reports when on duty
Patrolmen Harry G MammeIe and
Oscar T. Ward rendered 10 Chief Of
Police Black their designations
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1918-09-06

of Philadelphia, as of. - ,gcr, also ia
announced. Addition .angcs are
pending.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1918-09-06
woman's Scalp LAGER ated in Accident.

WOfnan scalp Eacer aftf m hrrfn"hf,
Mrs Mildred Kerr, is years old
sustained scalp wounds last night when
she was thrown from ltney ~ the
entrance 70 the state Fair grounds
She was taken ~ the first AID tent in the
fair grounds and then 10 the home ~
Mrs scott 205 West Nineteenth street
where her injuries were dressed
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1918-09-06
700 L.rE TO CLASSIFY.

WANTED-Sa aleswoman FOR book depart
rneuf 2. 5 r. Butler son, +2I Mar
xpf frapf
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1918-09-06
The new line of Artamo Packages
of Art NeedlewOrk

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N~l~crNie Hooks
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

the surrounding surface OF rough
gold wax. The lower part Of the box
was decorated on the same order,
but rather more simply. and the
whole thing, when done, was an at
tractive gift box for desk or table.
Candles could be decorated pretti-
~ IL seems; here were some square
white ones. with faint black lines
about top and bottom TO offset their
Wilderness and on each side a dainty
decoration Of tiny pink roses and
little green leaves, arranged most
cOnventionally. So pretty would they
be on a table, that one would hest
tate long before lighting them.
A plain little candlestick appar-
emily intended 10 be a modest thing
OF use only. may be transformed
with a new coat OF sealing wax into
a thing OF delight and. fitted with a
candle adorned 20 match, be an orn-
amental to any room. Small paste
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

for the strain put on the handles of
bag being thus afforded.
Fashioned of quaint patterned
figured challis, a muff-shaped bag
recalled the bellies of long ago. IL
was lined with crepe de chine, a
frin Of which prOtruded AT either
end Of the muff And it was an un-
fashionably capacious muff, for il
measured just an inch longer than
the longest knitting needles, and
was quite wide enough TO accom-
modate the bulkiest sweater. In a
smaller size, it makes an attractive
receptacle for dancing slippers and
vanity bag. Somewhat similar was
an accordion" bag, made Of plated
silk and fastened TO square ends of
silis-covered cardboard.
Two silk-lined squares of lowered
crepe assumed the guise OF a new
bag. when two of the Japanese
bracelets, sold so cheaply, were fast
ened, one in the middle Of the top
edge of each square, the other three
edges of the square being sewed to-
gether; and a gay japanese tassel
was fastened 70 each of the four
corners of the bag.
Rather impractical, but most un-
usual. are the bags which have a
strand Of fine, silk wire as a frame.
one was fan-shaped. and covered
with Chinese silk having a pattern
OF pagodas and tilted temples. il
boosted a most Oriental atmosphere.
, Another had a small wooden frame
at top and bottom, and, apparently,
was a twin brother OF the Japanese
lanterns which display themselves az
lawn parties, so like 10 them was 1t
in appearance.
Still more unusual. however. are
the bags Of painted and enameled
oilcloth. As a rule. black oilcloth
is used, the decoration being paint
ed butterflies, flower or birds. oil
paints are used, and. II one is artis-
tic, original designs can be had;
otherwise the designs used for stem
Gil work or embroidery can be
adapted and traced on the oilclOth
or pressed on with a hot iron
| Charming color schemes can easily
be evolved; for example. black
bag painted with poppies was lined
with red silk and given a red cord
and tassel as a handle. while a bas
/ lined with black and white silk was
ornamented with a border OF daisies.
OF course these bags must be fat
or nearly so. since the material IS
too bulky TO be gathered The
I rectangular or circular ones are
pretty, while slight variations OF
these shapes are equally successful
j An adoption Of the oilcloth las,
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

board boxes. too, may be made fas-
chatting containers for small gifts
by giving them a smooth coat of
sealing wax in a solid color of shad-
ed.
Almost anything. so they say. may
be adorned with sealing wax. Even
cards are Ornamented with tiny
flowers, arranged in graceful design.
The more artistic ability a woman
has. the more attractive things she
can make, of course, and the lack
Of necessity for tools other than the
right sort Of heating apparatus and
perhaps a crochet hOOk-Or even a
hairpin-makes the work simple.
Little space is required for it, and
there is no discOuraging amount of
cleaning up to be done. when one
has made all sorts Of pretty things
of sealing wax. including beads, and
buttons and belts to match her gowns
calls nice. clean. ladylike work"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
4 Man S Room

This is a story of a mans room.
in an ordinary New York apart
ment, but the same scheme Of col
ors might have been used had the
room been one in a whole house,
of course. The man wanted a
room where he could shut himself
up free from interruption, when
he wanted TO work or study Also.
he wanted a room where he could
entertain his men friends who
came to see him for business or for
a social call, without disturbing the
rest of the family, if they had 9TH
er plans or guests. This man was
lover of color, plenty of it, warm
and vivid And his chosen dec
orative scheme gave evidence of his
taste. As he explained to those
who were a bit startled at first, he
did not have to live in that room
all of the time.
The wall paper was an arrange
ment of irregular narrow stripes Of
green. yellow, orange and violet.
An old-fashiOned chest of drawers
was painted orange. A lamp, with
an orange colored base and a
Creamy-yellow shade, stood on a
small table painted a rich soft
violet. At the window were
orange-colored draperies over
creamy yellow curtains. The green
appeared in a chair. in a flower
bowl and in other touches. A violet
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
4 Suitable Goun for Debutantc or Matron

Say Nile green" and one thinks
of Cleopatra reclining in her Won
drous barge with silken sails, stirred
by the lazy eastern breeze. Design
ed for a different type of beauty
however, is this debutante frock of
Nile green cloth of silver and lace.
The bodice is really no more than
a surplice girdle of silver cloth. fold
ed over so as to show the stronger
tone Of green on the reverse side. A
wisp Of net makes the sleeve and
is laid softly around the corsage.
The skirt of silver cloth falls over
ruffles Of silver lace. A pink flower
at the waist and two pastel wreaths
on the overskirt strike the final note
on this frock of youthful loveliness.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
Look Over This List of Novel Knitting Bags

There isn't a new bag under the
SUM-" declared a perplexed shopper.
All my friends want bags, for ev-
cry purpose, from a container for
knitting to first aid for home mar
keting; yet, if I have 10 make any
more of cretonne with embroidery
hoop handles, I shall give up the
pursuit altogether"
But that same afternoon the gift
shops and department stores Joined
together TO show her that, both in
materials and designs for bags,
there was novelty; and har friends
have profted by the results.
The new material was the first
discovery. 1t was nothing more un-
usual than the terry cloth that, not
long ago, was so popular for bath
robes. It is p inches wide, and may
be had in exceptionally attractive
colorings. Perhaps the best for
knitting bags is an all-over Powered
design, which is made in several
color com binations, the predominant
ing tints being soft brown, blue, and
rose shades. The large squares of
Chinese embroidery are excellent for
small bags. or they may be placed
on a foundation Of soft satin or silk
and used for the larger bags. AL
moss equally attractive are the mar
rover strips of Chinese embroidery.
which can be appliqued on silk or
the better grades of japanese crepe
or pOngee.
As for the new designs. they are
numerous A simple way 10 achieve
novelty in shape is 10 place the han
dies OF the ordinary knitting bag
in the exact middle of the two sides.
The flaps at the ends are then turn
ed over. so that the lining shows.
and the length OF the bag is per-
pendicular rather than horizontal.
A bag notable for its oddness had
a fat. square top which proved TO
be nothing but a siX-inch square OF
heavv cardboard. covered with flow
cred silk. a straight piece of silk
Is inches wide was shirred 20 three
sides of the square top. and fasten-
ed with snCppers 10 the fourth; then
shirred 10 a point at the bottom and
caught with a bright silk tassel a
silk cord. fastened 10 the four cor
ners Of the square top. made the
handle.
Two 2O-inch circles OF silk were
sewed together halfway round the
circle: from the top OF each circle,
a heart-shaped piece was cut. and a
cardboard heart was covered with
il and sewed in place. The cord
and-tassel handles were then sewed
20 these hearts. a firm foundatio
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
To Clean Oak Floors

Proper care of oak floors in the
modern apartment is not always I'M
derstood. If these rules are fol-
lowed the housewife will be well
repaid:
For SheIac Finished Floors-If
water has been spilled on the floor
and it has turned the varnish white
in places, moisten a soft cloth with
a little alcohol and rub the spots
lightly. They should Immediately
disappear Do not repeat this OPP
Grafton too often or the finish Will
be entirely removed. Shellaced
floors sometimes take on a clouded
or grayish appearance. due TO
dampness in the air. This condi-
ton usually can be greatly i'm
proved by the same treatment If
the finish has become so dirty that
il is necessary TO remove same en-
tirely, first scrub the floor with
wood alcohol and then bleach il
with oxalic acid. Never use I've.
as it turns the wood black and ruins
the surface permanently. After all
moisture has eyapOrated the orig
inal finish may be applied.
If a varnish finish has become
badly worn scrub ii thoroughly with
a brush, soap and water. but never
food the floor After it has dried
out apply a thin coat of varnish in
case time cannot be allowed for the
varnish 20 dry. wax may be sub
stituted. Do not use shellac on top
Of old varnish or yarnish on top Of
old shellac
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
Knitters Cane

Have you seen the knitter's cane ?
Such a useful thing as it really is.
for the woman who likes both walks
and climbs and knitting. And il
helps TO change the ancient art of
knitting from a winter Preside and
rocking chair diversion or sum
mer piazza industry. TO an outdoor
sport. Whoever would have expect
ed that Ii is true. however. and
you may find the knitter's cane in
the shops, or contriye one for your
self, says a writer.
Suppose, in the first place, that
you are spending some time in a
delightful spot up in the mountains;
suppose, secondly, that you are fond
of walks and climbs. suppose. third
~, that you find a cane or mountain
stick a comfortable accessory when
you so off for walks. To keep on
pposing-although perhaps, this
should have been supposed first Of
all-you are fond of knitting When
you climb up a coy nook in the
woods, with nice. gray. messy rocks
for a seat, a fragrant pine needle
rug for your feet enough trees 10
give just the right amount of shade.
without shutting out the breeze, and
seat yourself with a glorious view
spread out before you, then is the
time TO take out your knitting and
settle down to enjoy the morning or
the afternoon, whichever il may be
Now, just here is where you are
thankful for your knitting cane.
This is nothing more nor less than
an ordinary cane with a pretty
handle, a strap like that Of the
newest style in umbrellas. so that
you may carry il over your arm
when you are not using il as an aid
to climbing, and a pretty lowered
cretOnne knitting bag. Large
enough to accommodate your need
les, attached. The bag has draw
strings, and so may be gathered up
tightly at the top.
Every one knows now much more
one enjoys walks and climbs when
one is able TO go off free-handed,
with nothing 10 carry except the
cane, which is considered a help and
not a hindrance; so this cane for
knitters is truly helpful Moreover,
if you do not knit. you may find il
useful just the same, for carrying
any other bit of fancy work or writ
ing materials, a book or magazine.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

A natural cameps hair wool gar
ment may be cleaned at home 50 as
to look as good as new if the fol-
lowing directions are carried out:
Wash thoroughly in a warm water
and pure soap or flakes; give it a
good rinsing in two or more waters.
then dry in the open air. When
thoroughly dry. proceed to iron by
first placing a damp cloth next to
the nap of the goods. face up, and
dry cloth over that. This steams
and softens the texture. After re-
moving the cloths, crush first the
wrong way of the nap, and then the
right way. You will find that this
will make your garment soft and
wOOlly.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
NctO Decalogue of War for Men
and Women

"A new decalogue of war for
women has been arranged by the
professors OF the University Of
Turin" says DR.. Anna Howard
Shaw, chairman OF the woman's
committee Of the council OF national
defense.
This decalogue, like that of the
Scriptures applies 10 both men and
women. and by close attention 10 its
rules. everyone will be able not
only 10 do her part, but TO do il so
Systematically and efficiently that
there is no demand the government
could make that would not find US
prepared TO respond at once. II
every family kept this decalOgue
where it could be in view every day,
ii would remind them OF their duty
as we'll as the glory Of sharing in
the great new struggle which we
trust shall bring to us a fulfillmcnt
OF the spirit Of Him who came 70
bring Peace on Earth, Good VIII
to Men,"
THE DECAIlOGUE.
do not chatter. Keep to your
self the news you hear. your own
impressions, and your apprehen-
sions.
DO not listen 10 alarmists. TO
slackers, or TO those who would
spread discouragement Silence
them.I "a
Be moderate in your spend
ing, neither lavish in gifts nor sor-
did in your economies. Let every
thing in your life. even your daily
expenses. take on at this moment its
true national Importance.
4.-EncOurage national industries,
avoiding imported goods, even
though they may seem better and
less costly than those made at home.
5.-DO not look upon the depart
ure 10 the front of those dear to you
as an abandonment BE with them
constantly in thought, as they are
with you. particularly in the hour
of danger; and do all that you can
10 replace them in their former Oc-
equations.
6.-DO not complain of the diff
fculties, annOyances and privations
caused by the war. Think of those
who are dying for their country and
complaint viii halt upon your lips.
Multiply your activities. in
your home as we'll as outside, there
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
HOW TO BLANCH ALMONDS.

Blarching almonds is not a diff
cult ching TO do. nor a very labor
ious process. II one gees about il in
The right way. Here is the method
by which one houSekeeper does the
work She puts on some water 20
boil in a good-sized saucepan and.
when il bons hard. she throws her
shelled almonds into IL. removes the
pan from the FIRE and covers IL
tightly She lets the almonds stand
for two or three minutes. drains of
the water and rubs OF the skins.
They then come OF readily and
quickly.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

by rendering yourself useful to your
country by the work Of your hands,
the warmth of your heart, and the
clarity Of your intelligence.
S.-Exhibit day by day and hour
by hour the same courage a man
shows upon the field OF battle. In
struct the ignorant, uphold the
feeble, console those who are strick-
en-; transmit your own confidence
to others.
9.-No matter how long the strug-
gle may last. await victory with
strength and patience.
1O-If you are stricken in your
dearest affections, bear your sor-
row nobly, that you tears may be
worthy of the hero whose death you
mourn.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
FASHION HINTS.

Sleeves must be tight from cum to
shoulder.
The smartest dresses are without
collars or cuffs.
Silver tone cloth, which is a soft
err finer velour, is the thing for
suits.
Fur collars will be worn very
high.
Side draperies on the skirts will
be worn only for evening.
The real filet lace will be more ex-
pensive and popular than ever.
Plaid skirts on the order of the
kilties are all the rage.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

that is most attractive, is the bag
made half of OilclOth and half of
silk A circular piece of oilcloth,
weighted at the middle and caught
with a dark blue tassel, was lined
with dark blue silk, the lining form
ing the upper half OF the bag. The
oilcloth half was then given a bor-
der of corn flowers and daisies, with
a butterfly or two lowering above
them, and most original and in
teresting bag was the result
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

jar of flowers stood upon another
table. Black and orange cushions
were heaped upon the chaise
lounge or couch, which occupied
one corner. with a reading lamp on
the table beside IL. The woodwork
OF the room was also painted violet.
And the man is well pleased with
his study, as he calls il.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

Neither the coalless bin nor the
wheatless bun can still the desire Of
every woman for a becoming dinner
gown. This frOck Of old blue taffeta
and cream net. moulded 20 form and
garnished with pink roses, will 90
far with a "meatless menu Seri-
ously. this model while possessing
all the earmarks Of "le dernier cri, -"
presents possibilities for remOdeiing
an old gown into a very effective
new one Shoulder straps Of net
Banked by silver ribbon. support the
bodice Of blue taffeta The back
drapery pauses long enough 20 be
come q hustle. and finally reaches
the floor. Toe straight skirt Of cream
net is edged with thin lace, and three
bands OF silver ribbon, separated by
pink roses give that dlmy petticoa-
effect so often found in Lady Dun
Gordon's matchless gowns. BE eco
nomical and make over your dress
Of old rose or old blue
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

After polishing dip the nails in
warm water to remove any traces
of the polishing powder, and a final
touch is given by rubbing the nails
against the palm Of the hand.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06
PAINT on CLOTHING.

To remove paint from clothing.
saturate the spots two or three times
with equal parts OF ammonia and
turpentine. and fhen wash out in
soap suds-
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

Which do YOU like the best. the
ladies or the gentlemen" asked the
trainer OF an educated seal "Honk!
Honk" replied the seal You see
he likes the ladies best" explained
the trainer. Corrobborative evil
dence OF this fact is shown on the
seal trimmed women 20 be seen ev-
erywhere. Sealskin is a becoming
fur and possesses the advantage, in
its good limitations Of being COM
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

In brown or black leather. are for
street suit wear.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

paratively inexpensive. The novel
touch on this suit lies in the panels
OF sealskin on coat and skirt These
panels are attached at the waistline
and 20 the skirt yoke only, and are
looped under the edges OF coat and
skirt Fur buttons describe an at
tractive closing or the coat while
collar and cuffs OF seal complete the
only stable Russian thing we know
at present-the Russian blouse.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

Loosen the skin around the base
OF the nails with an orange stick.
Press IL back as far az YOU can.
Never use metal instrument for
this purpose.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1918-01-06

The nails should be manicured
every day II they are ~ be kept in
sood condition, but only a few min
utea need he devoted 70 them once
tl-y are In perfect order
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1918-02-08
MONDAY CLUB NOTES

The Monday Club met at the home
of its president. Mrs. F. S. Weber, on
Monday, Feb. 4th, for the annual cleo
ton of officers. which resulted in the
following members being chosen for
the club-year 1918-19: president, Mrs.
E. A. Rozier; first vice president, Mrs.
w. w. Waters; second vice president,
Mrs. j. B. Smith; secretary, Mrs. j.
H. Jones; treasurer, Mrs. F. S. Castle
man; parliamentarlan, Miss Susan V.
Beeson.
The Club voted to buy a War Bond
and to give the Pennington Public
Library $12 this year as it did last
year. On Social Day the Club will
sew for the Belgium children instead
of entertaining its friends as in form
er and less strenuous times.
The Club recently presented SER
vice flag to the Pennington High
School.
Twenty members were present, each
answering roll call with a war bread
or meat substitute recipe, which had
been tried and proven good,
A most pleasant social hour was
then spent, during which delicious re-
freshments were served by the grac-
ious and charming hostess, Mrs. F. S.
Weber.
The Farmington times. (Farmington, St. Francois County, Mo.) 1905-1926, 1918-02-08

The Times has this week completed
the printing ola handsome prospect
US for the Southeast Missouri Min
ing Coz. of Pitcher, Oklahoma, which
is a. fine specimen of the printers art,
and best Of all, SO it is reported, has
proven very effective in provoking the
sale of the stock in this excellent Ok
lahoma property. All of the paroles
are Southeast Missouri men, and ex-
perts declare this to be one of the
most promising of the rich mining
PROPERTIES lin the Miami district. O.
C. Whitener Of Fredericktown is
president; John Cole, a St. Francois
county man, now of Miami, is vice
president, and LiJ. Roberts, whose
home is Pennington, is secretarNend
treasurer. Others we'll known heree
who are connected with the enter
prise are VIM. Gudger, Geo. Smith, C.
E. Whitener and Russell Doss. 1t is
foregone conclusion, that this prop
osition will be thorough success.
You can wear Winter Hat for
two months yet, Buy good, up-to-
date style for half price at the Enter
prise.