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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
WOMEN
 EVERYWHERE
Praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the Greatest Remedy for
 Woman's Ills.

New Haven, Conn" For two years I suffered with a female weakness, pains in my back and painful periods, and I was so weak and tired that was not able to do my work. A friend told me to use Lydia E. Pinkham' Vegetable Compound and it gave me great relief. My pains left me and am now able to do my work and feel fine. You can pub fish my testimonial and if your Vegetable Compound does others as much good as it has me 1 will be very much pleased" '" Mrs. CHARLES E. MORGAN, 37 Sea Street, New Haven, Conn.
 The reason Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg etable Compound is so successful is because it contains the curatiye, strengthening properties of good old fashioned roots and herbs, which act directly on the female organism.
 There are women everywhere who long for children in their homes yet are denied this happiness on account of some functional disorder which in most cases would readily yield to Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound.
 Such women should not give up hope until they have given this wonderful medicine a trial, and for special advice write Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.,, Lynn, Mass. The result of 40 years experience is at your service.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
KNITTED VEST.

When one has time to turn her knitting to her own use, 1t is a good plan to knit oneself a vest for use on cool days or when going out in a mo- tor car. The difficulty in such a garment is in casting the shoulder on. A friend of mine has hit on an idea which makes this difficulty into an easy stunt.
 When you come to the problem Of casting on the shoulder, take a stick such as is used to hold meat togeth- CT, sandpaper it and transfer the shoulder stitches onto it. Next thi1 friend of mine took some sealing wax and made a button on the blunt end of the stick. broke off the point on the other end and made another button. In this way she had the stitches secured until she needed them and there was no extra needle dangling in the way.
 4 piece of muslin pasted over tho right side on the material which you are working. then fitted into the hoop, cutting away the muslin from the part of the embroidery which is to be worked first, will keep the hands from contact with the rest Of the material when using the needle and holding the hoop and will keep thu work clean.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
PRETTY COLLARS.

In the collars the small round one Of Georgette is much in demand .hown with a square scalloped edge, md others with much fine am broid- cry. Imitation Nenise lace is also good, in combination with embroid- cred Georgette and the lace deep .nough to make half the collar. Real flet both narrow and wide, is still n as great demand as ever, combin- Il with em broidered Georgette.
 4 double tabIier front in white or gandie forms a, novel collar which is separate firm the back portion of the collar. This double front is p!- coted while the back of the collar is merely a double thickness of the ia bric sewed together. Little pin tucked triangular pieces are insert ed in organdie Tuxedo collars and trimmed with Valenciennes edges. EyeIets in a small way are interest ing, combined win embroideries on the Georgette collars, with the lace trim.
 Pleated white Georgette is made into modesty vests which is contin ued into a small apron with the belt srapping it in to the waistline.
 For mourning neckwear there are hats in white trimmed by folds of  white English crepe But the newest idea in the mourning line is the overlay of orgndie on the net col lar, the organdie cut out in a, con- ventionaI design.
 A round cellar has a bib of white crepe, and a guimpe of net is inset with crepe in a strip down the front and around the collar top. There are even turnovers of white crepe for the tailored matron, some embroid- cred and edged in flet and these used over the high black satin stocks.
 John Wanamaker Is displaying waistcoats and collar of lowered cretonne in pink and blue patterns, in a quantity of new designs. The buyer of this department says that these waistcoats sold well the first day they were displayed and it is necessary now to restock on them.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
WHAT SALT WILL DO

Put into whitewash it will make it stick better
 As a tooth powder II VII; keep the teeth white and the gums hard and rosy.
 It is one of the best gargles for sore throat, and preventive of diph- theria if taken in time.
 Marble should be washed with ammonia and water rather than with soap and water.
 When opening a bottle, if the cork breaks and goes down into the neck of the bottle. just take a long-handled button-hooks and run down in the neck of the bottle. It never fails to bring up the cork.
 Use paper to wipe out your sink and spider before washing it. T. prevents patches of grease getting into the pipes, which makes so much trouble.
 If glass shoppers stick, try greasins them.
 Have a soapstone of good size and you can use 1t for putting on back side of your stove to set the tea. ket- Ie on. It keeps the kettle nice; i. Keeps the steam from coming out; it does not boil away, and you always have hot water.
 When you want to starch a. few things and have more starch than you need, do not throw the starch away. but drain the water off and let it harden. It will form a cake and can be broken in pieces and used again.
 Hang all sorts of garments out in the night air to remove wrinkles, whether it be cotton, silk, satin, vel vet or chiffon fabrics Chop g, few cloves very fine and add 1 to flour paste to prevent i+ becoming sour
 Rub it briskIy with damp salt and then brush with stiff brush. Works well with velvet hats
 When baking beans use 1-2 cup of coffee to a pot of beans. This adds a better flavor to them.
 Use one tablespoon coffee to each applepie. The flavor of the coffee with the apples makes them much
 Use one cup hot tea Ceither fresh or left over) in gingerbread, instead of sour milk or hot water. It gives an added flavor and keeps the gin gerbread moist.
 When the tin on the end of a shoa lace comes off overcast the end = the lace immediately with thread: then wind the thread around it sev- eraI times and continue 'vercasting until you are sure the threads are securely fastened so they will not un- raveL You will not only lace up the shoe easier, but the lace will last quite a long time.
 When making eyelets in embroid- cry, punch the eyeIet from the wrong side. This draws the threads to the right side, forming a sort of padding. The result is a much better looking eyelet than when punched the other way.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF
 DAVID GARRICIN

Thursday was the 2Oad anniversary of the birth of David Garrick, one of the most iliustrious of the worlds ac- tors. The name of Garrick is emblaz- oned in playhouses in hundreds of English, American, Canadian and Aus tralian cities, and ever since his death it has been the ambition of every Shakespearean actor to be called an other Garrick.''
 Garrick was born in Hereford, Feb. 20, 1T16, according to the best authorities, although there is some doubt as to the exact day, and even year, of his birth. He studied with pr. Samuel Johnson, and after some provincial experience on the stage with Giffard, he began his trium- phaI metropolitan career in London in 1741. He made his debut at the Drury Lane Theatre in 1742, and his farewell appearance on the same stage in 1776. Between those two dates Garrick reigned supreme in his in terpretations of the Bard of Avon. He projected the first great Shake speare jubilee which was celebrated at Stratford-on-Avon in 1769. The great actor died in 1779, leaving an estate valued at three quarters of a million dollars. He was buried with great pomp and ceremony in West
 minister Abbey, and his last resting place is the Mecca of the theatrical pilgrims from all over the world.
 It was one of Garricks asso' 'ciates, Moody, famous as an actor of Irish characters. who produced the first English theatrical performance in America. The French had esta blish- ed the stage in Quebec, and the Span iards in Mexico, long before Moody crossed the ocean in 1T4 Sand gave a series of performances in the island of Jamaica. He was so successful that he returned to England and in the following year brought out reg ular company of actors. When Moody returned to England in 1749 he was engaged by Garrick a member of the Drury Lane company. In the meantime an English play OtHay' s Orphan" had been produced in Bos- ton, but it aroused such horror among the Puritans that the next general court passed a law inflicting fines on spectators as we'll actors. About the same time an attempt was made to open a theatre in Philadelphia, but the promoters were arrested and bound over to their good behavior. New York received the drama with greater tolerance, and after bitter con troversies, the Thespians were later permitted to appear in Philadelphia, Boston, Williamsburg, Va, Annapolis, Newport and Providence. Thus the age of Garrick witnessed the begin ming of English drama in America.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
TODAYS ANNIVERSARY.

The first United States bank was chartered 127 years ago today and soon went Into operation. The capital was SIC, 100000, of which the government subscribed s2,ooo.oee in specie and S6.o00,o 900 in stocks of the United States. The headquarters of the insti- tuition were in Philadelphia, with branches in various cities. The bank paid an average dividend of 1-2 per cent on it's ca pital and the shares sold at from 25 to 45 per cent. premium. The charter ran for twenty years, and durin. that period a host of private banks sprang up, the owners of which strenuousiy opposed renewal of the United States Bank Charter, on the ground that it was unconstitutional. The bill for it's re-charter was de- feated by the casting .vote of Vice President George Clintbn in the Sen ate, and the government tnttitution passed out of existencA
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
5. 4. R. HOLDS ANNUAL BANQUET
Body Goes on Record As Favoring Planting of
 Memorial Trees.

America First and Always was the theme of the speakers at the 29th annual banquet of the Connecticut So- ciety of the Sons of the America n Revolution, held Saturday at the Stratfleld hotel The speakers were Prof. Smith Burnham of West Chester State Normal school West Chester, Pa. who delivered an addresss on Washington, the Man" He related many interesting incidents of the life of Washington, showing the human side of his character.
 Hon. Louis Amin Arnes, president general of the National Society, ,S.A. R.. outlined the part taken by the society as a body, during the late war. H , advocated the uniting of all races that see America as d IeA4s- Ilol4 l'~-- secution and the adoption of what is best of their mother lands.
 Mayor Clifford B. Wilson extended the hospitality of the city to the members and thanked them for the part they had taken in the nation 8 affairs.
 A resolution was presented by Arthur E. Woodruff and was unani- mously adopted. The resolution is as follows:
 That. We endorse the action of the Board of Managers in voting in favor of planting a memorial tree in mem- ory of each of those who gave their lives for the freedom of humanity in the world war now e%Ged and that we recommend that the plan be adopted by all patriotic organizations of the United States.
 It is the society's idea to have these trees planted if possible in the neighborhood in which the soldier formerly lived, or in school yards, a tablet on which his name has been inscribed to be placed on the tree, as a testimonial of his patriotism.
 The committee in charge of the banquet follow:
 General committee: Ellie N. Sperry, chairman; William T. MacfarIane. Morris B. Beardsley, Orlando H. Brothwell, Edward J. Morgan, Frank E. Blakeman, Buckingham Marsh, Frederick W. Hall, Frederick A. Doc little.
 Reception committee: 4. B.Hunting- ton, chairman; c. F. Adams, R. w. Blakeslee, C. B. Buckingham. T. Courtright. G. E. Crawford. L. B. Cur tis, s. E. HawIey, Paul Miller, H. C.. Sherwood, T. B. Warren
 Seating committee: B. Marsh, ehairman; F. F. Blake, w. H. Burr, W. H. Hart and F. D. Ives.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
Cafe Parfait.

Beat 1 eggs, add 1-2 cup of sugar and beat again, then cook in l pint rich milk scalded over hot water, when thickened sligtly, remove from the fire and add tablespoons of cof- fee extract and when cold freeze as ice cream. To 1 cup double cream add IA cup sugar and tablespoon fuls of coffee extract, and beat until firm throughout, then beat into frozen mixture; turn the mixture into quart mould and cover with paper; let stand in parts crushed ice to 1 of salt about 2 hours. When remoulded gar nish with sliced Maraschino cherries and chopped pistachio nuts.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

, Members of the Peoples Presby- terian church, Laurel avenue. are ex- tended a hearty welcome to the Car pet" social to be held in the church Thursday evening. The committee in charge promises a good musical pro gram and unique entertainment with cartoons of the guests drawn by Billie Steinlle. The small admission fee will be used for a new carpet.
 Walter Prichard Eaton will address the members of Miss Grace D. Clarke's dramatic class under the auspices of the Diana League, at the StratfieId hotel at S:15 o'clock to- night. His subject will be What We Know About Acting?" D Alex aEder Alison, one of the guess of the evening will introduce the speaker. Among those from this city who at tended the 18th anniversary of Fort Hale lodge, N. F. O. P, in New Ha- ven last week were Grand Cha plain Miss Carrie E. Kirk of this city, and Chairman of the Finance Committee Wallace A. Smith, representing the Grand Lodge of Connecticut.
 Miss Dorothy Buckley of Hartford, head of the home demonstration de- partment of the state, was in Bridge port Friday. outlining the future work of the city economics committee.
 Mir. and Mrs. Henry Bresky, 1902 Fairfield avenue. entertained at a re- ception last night at their home in honor of their daughter, May. who IS soon to become the bride of Harry Neuss of this city. The home was tastefulIy decorated with streamers, paper hearts and flowers. Guests and relatives from this city and from many parts of the state were present, As a unique feature of the evening, Miss Dora Tubin of Torrington. en- tertained with interpretive Russian peasant dances. Refreshments were served and a musical program was enjoyed. Speiders orchestra fur nished the music for the dancing which continued until a late hour.
 Mrs. c. H. Armstrong of Brook lawn avenue. returned last night af- ter chaperoning a. party of young people at the prom at Choate school last week.
 Mrs. James Coulter. of Hough ave nue, will be hostess at a silver tea for the Mission Society of the Uni "ersanst church, tomorrow afternoon at o'clock.
 Miss Chary Smith will entertain the members of the Wednesday Morning Art. club at her home this week The meeting will be called at 1O:15 o'clock.
 Neil NJ. Muirkead, president of the Master Painters x Decorators asso- eiations of Connecticut, will attend the annual convention of the associa- ton to be held on Tuesday and Wed uesday of this week at Harmony nall New Haven
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
Lemon and Orange Extract

Take about 1 lemons or oranges being careful to pick out ones with nice peel, then with sharp Knife take off the yellow outside (don't get any more of the white inner peel than possible). After getting it all off I put lemon in one bottle, orange in another Ca bottle holding about 1-4 pint or little more is good), and fill up with alcohol. After it sets or 4 days strain through a fine cloth and it is ready for use
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

There are square-topped seal lops Jutting onto such a yoke on 'sea-foam green F'an-ta-si skirt, and drawn-work serves to join. Another shows the same method employed to define the circular. shirred top yoke of Georgette on a Victory Rose Kumsi-kumsa, by an inserted strip of the silk run through the yoke.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
Social And Personal Doings In The Womans World
THE NEW CLOTHES


Georgette crepe in white is used largely for yokes on dresses, and be- sides serving as an additional style note, are practical to wear with the newest slip-over sweaters, which do not permit bulk of superf1uous thick ness about hip and waist line
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
BRIEF NEWS NOTES

The small boy has about given up hope that the school heater will break down this winter, but there is still a chance that the schoo1marm will have to absent herself for Teachers Insti- tute-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

There is a wild rumor that the ruc- tious and incendiary school teachers. atching the spirit of the times, are go- ing to agitate for a working day not longer than a. m. to 10 p. m.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

The men that dodge the laws reauir- ing school attendance of rheir chill dren, will be throwing bombs in a few years because their families are able to earn only very low wages.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24
INTERESTING PERSONAL ITEMS
 ABOUT PERS0NACES YOU KNOW

Mrs. William Clifford and Mrs. John Lyman are hOstesses at a whist and dance to be held at the Sacred Heart school this evening for the ben eft of the Sacred Heart church. large attendance is anticipated.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

White buckskin shoes shown for the South show jet buckles of various sorts Usually they are very effec- tive. One method of mounting the buckle is to place it on a foundation composed of closely plaited black rib ron, which extends just far enough to give the buckle a little backing.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

An enthusiastic welcome is given the returning Congressmen who have fought extravaganza and secured big appropriations for their home dis tricts.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

Sometimes, too. white satin evening slippers show jet buckles or small jet buttons fastened flat against the tongue section or the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

Tucks at either side back sim ulate center panel edged with cluster of pin tucks on a turquoise color coat having dolman sleeves. while another in henna velolh adheres to the regulation inset.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

Plans are being completed for the Charity Ball under theauspices of the Day Nursery of the Associated Char lt1es of the city to take place on Fri day evening at the StratfieId The Charity Ball is an annual affair, but on account of the war, the members refrained from social activities, and the ball has been omitted for the past two years. This year, however, the affair will mark the first formal ball in two years, and will therefore be more elaborate and, more interesting than in previous times.
 Another interesting food sale under the auspices of the Bridgeport Art League will take place in their rooms on State street. on Friday afternoon from 1 until , o'clock. The last sale held in Miss Sailer's office proved great success.
 Miss Helen Simonds, daughter of MT. and Mrs. H. D. Slmonds, 339 Nor man street, spent the weekend at her home. Miss Simonds 5s a teacher in the Hartford High school.
 Mrs. W. ". Porter. 55 Beechwood avenue, will be hostess at a meeting of the Mosaic club, at her home to- morrow afternoon at 2.S0 o'clock The Young WoTnan-s Guild of the United church, will hold their regular meeting at the home of Mrs. J. K l Williams of Park avenue.
 Samuel Merritt of this city was elected vice president of the State Branch of the National Association of | Let Carriers of | the orga anization held in Waterbury
 on Saturday. Other officers elected were: William Merrill of Bristol pres
 ident; Joseph Kinney of New Haven, l treasur and Joseph Monahan Of
 Ansonia, first trustee. Delegates from l this city who attended the conven-
 ton were Robert Irwin. J. F. Me Elroy, George W. O'Shea, L. s. Jacl--
 son, Charles O'Brien, Samuel Lesko-
 vitz, P. H. Howard, George Haggerty.
 Charles Emory, A. Barnsley. John Kane and Walter Lock.
 | Announcement 's made of the mar
 riage of Miss Lillian VI. Roe, S59 VII
 liam street and Ralph E. Toucey. 2s9 | Maple street, which took placo in S. Paurs church, Saturday. Rev. A. P 1 Chapman officiated. The couple wno
 left on their honeymoon immediately
 after the ceremony, will be at hon'c
 after April [ at their home, 12 39 | Noble avenue.
 Mrs W. L. Ketchum, 33S Beech l wood avenue will entertain the mem
 bers of the Mothers club at her home on March 8. The meeting which was | supposed to have taken place today has been postponed on account of the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

There is also the raglan, coming from the base of circular yoke. or an American Beauty sports number. Quite a few belted numbers are shown along with these, but are not selling as strongly
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

Nhlle suits lean toward navy blue and covert shades mostly. higher colors are shown in the coats which are largely three-quarter length. Ve- Iours are used principally for such unbelted garments as tend to either display straight lines with narrow, inward sloping bottoms or jaunty and swagger types having wide cuf hems to enhance moderate flares
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-02-24

A little rubbed on cups will take out tea stains.