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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

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'Fayorite Prescription is the very best
medicine. prospective mother can take
to keep her in good healthy condition"
Mrs. ID. @. Gentry, Belmont Ave.
:. Richmond, Va.-"WhiIe raising my fam
lily DR.. Pierce's Favorite Prescription has
been a great comfort to me. have two
children who are Tavorite Prescription
DaDles, and they are as healthy as any one
could wish. My health was perfect all the
while and in neither case did we call in q
physician. My nurse has been in this line
OF work for forty years, and she always
advises her patients to take 'Favorite Pre-
scription' during expectancy; IN fact, she
does not care to handle case without it.
have been very thankful that she recon-
mended 'Favorite Prescription to me, for
am sure it has saved me much distress
and pain and enabled me to have strong,
hardy children" Mrs. Urceil McCul-
Tough, 703 Church st.
{. fredericksburg, Va.-sfDr. Pierce's Anuric
Is the best kidney medicine l have ever
taken. was suffering with kidney trouble
and bladder weakness. would have Sc
we're pains across my back and through
my kidneys. My druggist advised my tax
ing 'Anuric' (anti-uric-acid), and must say
| found it excellent in Kidding me of this
condition. sAnuric' strengthened my kid
neys and rid me Of the backache. It also
strengthened the bladder. / would advise
those who suffer with such complaints to
take the sAnuric' Tablets. Mrs. w. 8.
Cox, 908 Hanover St.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

AS pelts are becoming more and
more precious, and even those that
are considered ordinary and plentiful,
continue to advance In price, the own
er Of fur coat looks upon it as an
investment that increases constantly
N value. It is hard to predict any
thing about the future prices Of furs,
out people who are well informed
say there is no chance of their falling
sor some time to come; the chances
are that they will continue to go up.
In view Of this, short fur coats have
advantages over all others because
they cost less, are very smart and
present chance to remodel partly
worn long coats into something that
Is stylish and new.
Some furs are difficult to make up
,r to remodel because the skins must
De matched" that is put together so
that the joining is hardly perceptible
IN the fur side. These require pro-
,essional furrier's services when coats
are to be changed or remodeled. 9th
.r furs that do not require match
ng'' can be handled by the average
lressmaker or good needlewoman
quite successfully. The furrier's tools
ire few and simple. They include a
short, very sharp knife for. cutting
the fur on the skin side, special tri-
angular needles for sewing, chalk for
marking and strong thread. Home
iressmakers use razor blades for cut
ting and buy needles and thread of
the right sort.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
RHEUMATI
Mustarine Subdues the lnfIamma-
tion and Eases the Soreness
Quicker Than Anything
Else on Earth.

Pay only 30 cents and get big bog Of
Begy's Mustarine, which is the original
mustard plaster and is made of strong
real, yellow mustard-no substitutes are
used.
It's known as the quickest pain killer
on earth, for in hundreds of instances
it stops headache, neuralgia, toothache.
earache and backache in minutes.
It's sure. speedy remedy-none bet
ter for bronchitis. pleurisy, lumbago.
and to draw the Inflammation from
your sore feet there is nothing SO good
You get real action with Mustarine-it
goes after the pain and kills it right off
the reel Yes, It burns, but 1t won't blis-
ter--it doesn't give agonizing pain slap
on the wrist. 1t does give 1t good healthy
punch in the jaw-it kills pain. Ask for
s. c. Wells & Co. LIE Roy. N. Y.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

, When the fur Is to be cut. 1t Is
marked with chalk on the skin side
and cut with the razor blade along
this marking. Pieces are Joined by
holding the edges together evenly and
sewing them by overcasting the
thread and drawing it tight so that
the edges are firmly held.
Before making a fur coat one
should cut and fit an interlining, If
one is to be used, or take a cheap
cambria and cut and fit it by the pat
tern selected, making any alterations
necessary. The fur is to be cut by
this lining so as to avoid waste and
alterations. Experimenting must be
done in the lining and not in precious
furs. For the silk lining, crepe-de-
chine, certain taffetas, and Japanese
silks prove very durable.
A short coat of striped fur and one
of sealskin are shown in the picture,
as good models to copy in making over
furs. Squirrel, either natural or dyed,
kolinsky. mink or muskrat might be
made in this fashion. The coat has a
wide collar with dark stripes vertical
and is finished at the bottom in front
with a wide border of skins running
horizontally. The coat at the right
might be of beaver, lnoleskin and 9TH
er short-haired furs with collar Of
marten or skunk or of the same pelts
as the coat. 1t ms narrow belt
that matches it, but that is not essen
tial; there are as many beltless coats
as others.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
HEAR BURN
Caused by
Aciid-Stonlach

That bitter heartburn. beiching. food.
epeating. indigestion, bloat after eating
al are caused by aAid-stomach. But they
ire only first sympt6Ms--danger signals to
warn you oil awful troubles II not stopped.
Headache, biliousness. rheumatism sciatica.
that tired. listless feeling. lack Of energy,
dizziness, insomnia, even cancer and ulcers
II the intestines and many other ailments
are traceable to ACID-STOMACH
Thousands-yes, millions-of people who
,ught to be we'll and strong are mere weak
ings because OF acid-stomach. They really
Itarve in the midst Of plenty because they
10 not get enough strength and vitality from
he food they eat
Take EATONIC and give your stomach q
.hance to do its work right Make Il strong.
,ool. sweet and comfortable. EAT0NIC
brings quick relief for heartburn, belching,
Indigestion and other stomach miseries. I'M
proves digestion--helps you get full strength
rom your food Thousands say EAToNIc
the most wonderful stomach remedy In
he world Brought them relief when every
hing else failed.
Our best testimonial 10 what EATONIC
will do for you. So get big soc box OF
GATONIC today from your druggist, use Il
I've days-if you're not pleased, return IL
and get your money back
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
"COld I'm the FTead's

Ions who are subject to frequent 'colds
In the head" will find that the use Of
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE will
Duild up the System, cleanse the Blood
ana render them less liable to colds.
Repeated attacks Of Acute Catarrh may
head to Chronic Catarrh.
= HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE Is TAX
bn internally and acts through the Blood
IN the Mucous Surfaces Of the System.
All Druggists 75c. Testimonials free.
$4,000 for any case of catarrh that
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE win not
F. J. Cheney 6 Co., Toledo. Ohio.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

Fear paralyzes healthy action. men
tai and physical. Worry corrodes.
poisons and pulls down the organism.
1t is a perverted mental state that ex-
ternalizes itself in various physical
ailments according to the peculiar
tendencies or weaknesses of the one
in whose organism its effects find
lodgment.-Trine.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
Na1.. hle4n ,.eQ.
TRY II on the Donkey.

When gypsy girl wants to know
how soon she will be married, she
whispers into the ear of the first don
key she meets, "Shall soon have a
husband?" If the donkey moves his
ear, she will. II he stands immovable.
she won't. So II you have little don.
key in your home
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

of the old-fash.
toned dishes OF
our grandmoth-
ers.
Bean Porridge,
Soak two cup
fuls Of beans
over night. In
t b e morning
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
Ger Delicate senalbiIitles.

- W have you broken your engage
with Billy Sands?'
-Un, couldn't stand for his slang.
tried to put him wise that father
Sas sore on the phony talk, but he
couldn't seem to get hep, so ! gave him
tie razz-dazz." Boston Transcript.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

ed with nervous prostration. Mrs. J.
CHRIsTMAN, 1873 Oak Street, Bingham
ton, New York.
The success Of Lydia E. Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound, made from roots
and herbs, is unparalleled. It may be
used with perfect confidence by women
who suffer from nervous prostxation,
displacements, Inflammation, ulcera-
zion, irregularities, periodic pains, back
ache, bearing-down feeling, fatulency,
indigestion and dizziness. Lydia e.
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Is the
standard remedy for female ills.
If there are any complications about
which you need advice write in con-
fidence to Lydia e. Pinkham Medicine
Lynn, Mass.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

tSSS ~ Of pepper, then
~ ZAla f1atten into q
@MSgM large cake. Add
pinch of nut
meg and mix thoroughly with one egg
and a half cupful Of fine cracker
crumbs. When all is combined, shape
Into balls and scar In hot fat. Lower
the heat and cook for half an hour,
turning often. Ten minutes before
serving drain OF the surplus fat. leav-
ing two tablespoonfuls. Add two
tablespoonfuls of -four and mix we'll
When Drowned add enough milk to
make a smooth sauce. Coat each ball
with the sauce, arranging them on a
chop plate. Garnish with parsley
and serve piping hot with baked po-
tatoes.
Another nice way to serve ham,
burger steak is as follows: The steak
must be free from gristle and we'll sea-
soned to suit the taste. Some like
pinch of cloves with bit of minced
onion with salt and pepper. Toast
rounds Of bread on one side and place
them in baking dish untoasted side
up, spread with butter then spread
with the seasoned meat a half inch
thick. Place In the oven and bake
until the meat Is brown. The Juice
will all be held in the bread, making
a very tasty and simple dish,
Cranberry Tart.-Bake pastry
shell and fill it with the following:
Wash one quart Of cranberries and
cook until soft with cupful of wa
ter Put through a sieve and boil up
again with pound of sugar or less.
When cool place in the baked shell
and cNver with a meringue. Brown
in the o,,en and serve cold.
Any canned fruit may be served in
this way. Beat it and thicken if nee
essary with cornstarch, cook well,
cool and fill the baked shell. Cover
with meringue and bake until brown.
Thickened fruit juices make most
tasty pie filling. Gelatine or jello may
also be used, topped with whipped
cream. as the meringue could not be
used unless cooked over hot water, as
1t could not be baked without melting
The jelly.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
Bringing Up
a Family
Charlottesville, var am the moth

1 nave 0CPGAt< ~
DIR. Pierce's Favorite
PrescriptionN to keep
me well AND strong
each time, ahd it not
only did this. but l
h a d practically n o
suffering. 4 b ave
also taken sFavorite
Prescription W b G n
ever / felt bad or
b e c a m 9 rundown,
and it has always
built me up very
n 4, M
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

When it comes to wrestling with his
nrst mustache the youth is apt to get
u down.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

There is some midwinter millinery
that says shall and farewell almost
in the same breath--appearing as the
last development of winter styles and
disappearing to make way for the
demiseason hats that precede those for
spring. The different types Of milli-
merry are represented in these last ex-
ponents of the seasons ideas. as street
hats. dress hats and picture hats.
A hat that will prove equal to almost
any sort of wear appears in the very
elegant street model at the top of the
group pictured above. 1t has stir.
smoothly covered crown of tan satin
and an uneven brim, turned sharply up
at the left side, faced with black vel
vet. There are folds of satin forming
a band about the crown, and jet motifs
applied at the front and sides. The
shape and colors used in this hat pro-
claim it a street model made of ma
terials that will place it in the ranks
of dressier hats and allow it to be
very useful.
The soft hat OF crepe georgette.
with extended brim facing of velvet,
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

A wise man is one who studies hard
and learns what not to say.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

Chronic Constipation is as dangerous as
disagreeable. Garfield Tea cures it.-Adv.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

|mlnd was gloomy,
could see no light on
anything, could not
work and could not
have anyone to see
|ne. Doctors med
fcine didnot helpme
and Lydia y. Pink
D a M 8 Vegetable
Compound was re-
commended. I took
i { a n d . m now
wv Q III. / recon-
|,,nav.l - - IN = Msnk
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
WHAT TO EAT.

We all enjoy new dishes; but for
real enjoyment nothing takes the place
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
sEAsoNAsLE DISHES.

Put pound of round steak through
the meat grinder with one green pep
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09
H7eKTTCT1EN
.GBLNEf7z9

Faith is an invlnclble ard invisible
magnet. and attracts to itself what
ever 1t fervently desires and calmly
and persistentiy expects.-Trine.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

can be developed in any good combl.
nation of two colors. 1t is a back.
ground for a splendid rose and beauti-
full foliage, or any other gorgeous flow.
er that may be used as the star per
former in the production of a dis
tinguished dressy hat. 1t is bit of fine
art in millinery that will pass under
the most critical of eyes and compel
their approval-and more.
The wide-brimmed hat at the right
betrays the fancy Of its designer. I'M
hampered by any thought Of utility.
disporting itself with airy and fine
fabrics, to make thing whose mis-
sion is simply to be lovely. Its crown
is of narrow MORE ribbon, placed row
after row. The brim is made of lay
ers of malines, and between these ap.
pear silk applique clusters of grapes
and foliage.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1920-01-09

per and a slice
of onion, sea-
son with a tea
spoonful Of salt
and a few dashes
Of pepper, then
fatten into a
large cake. Add
q ninnh nf nut.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
MOBILE ID BATTLE
 FOR LOWER RATES
Business Men of Gulf Port to Demand Even Break and
 Save Millions

Mobile. December 14.-(SpeciaL)-- Unanimous decision that Mobiles sal vation from a rate standpoint lies in the use of the Mississippi and Warrior rivers was reached at a special meet ing of the traffic bureau of the cham Der of commerce held today to discuss the rail increases which become effec- tive tomorrow on shipments between Mississippi valley points and cities on and north of the Ohio river.
 With this decision. efforts on the part of Mobile Business men, begun several months ago, to secure the publication of rates between Mississippi river towns and Mobile and to urge the us- of the proper kind of equipment for those shipments. are expected to be re- vived at an early date. The railroad in- crease, which is being made in accord : ance with the long and short haul pro- vision of the transportation act, will represent millions of dollars annually, and is one of the most important to M obile in many years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
.BORAH SEEKS ID TEST GOOD FAITH
 OF ANGLO-JAPS
Idaho Senator Offers ResoIu- tlon Asking London and Tokio to Join America In
 Reducing Armaments
Rx Associated Press


 Washington, December 14.-Rumored intentions of Great Britain aud Japan to seek tripartite agreement with the United States for limitation of war shipbuilding programmes came up to- day in Congress.
 In the Senate a resolution was of fered by Senator Borah, republican, Idaho, requesting the President to seek an agreement with those powers for a five-year naval building truce. with construction programmes cut in half during that period. It would, he said, develop whether Great Britain and Ja- pan are sincere in the talk of reducing armaments."
 Before the House naval committee Secretary Daniels presented his recom- mendations for naval construction with this comment:
 q profoundly believe that the United States cannot afford to take a five-year naval holiday as it has been rumored England and Japan will suggest to this country. Tt would be blunder, almost
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
TO RELIEVE CATARRHAL DEAFNESS AND HEAD
 NOISES

If you have Catarrhal Deafness or are hard of hearing or have head noises go to your druggist and get 1 ounce of Parmint (dou- ble strength), and add to it A pint of hot water and little granulated sugar. Take one tables poonful four times day.
 This will often bring quick relief from the distressing head noises. Clogged nos trils should open, breathing become easy and the mucus stop dropping into the throat It is easy to prepare, costs little and is pleasant to take. Anyone who has Catarrhal Deafness or head noises should give this prescription trial.-Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
ENSIEY ,: 5: 5:
 w @1nz'.A <snn1~ A Ie,
 correspondence and

Ensley Lodge No. 165, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, will put first degree work on several candidates at the regular meeting Wednesday night and the degree team from Samson lodge, Vivian, will put the work on for the Ensley lodge. A full attendance of all members is requested and visit ing members are invited.
 Judge J. c. Murphy of the juvenile court will be the speaker at the meet ing of the Minor School Improvement association Thursday afternoon at 2:SO o'clock. The members and their friends are urged Co be in attendance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
Baby Boy Buried

Arniston. December 14.-tSpecill)-- The body of Iittle Harold Poss. t0- months-old baby of Mir. and Mrs Ca lude Poss of Alexandria, was buried at the Mt. Zion cemetery Tuesday att ernoon. following services by Rev. w.. s. Griffin. The bright little boy iied at local hospital Monday evening after brief illness, much symp thy being felt for the stricken parents.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
BAKER SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT

The Baker School Improvement as sociation met yesterday afternoon at the school At 1:S0 brief Christmas exGaese was held in the various rooms bY the children attended by the moth CTS of the various scholars At 2:15 o'clock pr. c. E. Glenn spoke to the mothers along the line of cooperation between mothers and teachers for the common good of the pupils An interesting feature of the programme was group of readings given by Mrs C. o. Saunders of Fairfield. A large number of mothers was present at the meet ting.
 IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
 The annual snnial nnntins nf tha
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
Awaiting Boards Decision
By Associated Pres

Roanoke, Va. December 14.-Organi- zations which took a referendum vote on a proposed strike on the Norfolk and Western railway systems are with holding the result of the vote. The United States railway labor board at Chicago has received statements from the railway officials and also from of ficials of the unions involved. and To- cal action is held in abeyanee pend ing the boards decision.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

 operation
  had advised them under the No matter trouble nation it may be worth much to to Q We rractcng doctors have failed Medical always reasonable Office: 2o2ol First Avenue Birmingham. Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
Academy Changes Hands

By Associated Press
 Nashville. Tenn, December 14-Cas- tie Heights Military academy at Leb- anon was sold Monday night to company headed by C. M Mathis and H S. Jackson, members of the school faculty, the consideration being s20o.. 900, according to announcement today by Col. L. L. Price, owner and head master
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

today announced t0-day shutdown, commencing December 22, and q wage reduction of 22h per cent. Work will be resumed under the new wage sched- ules January 3, the cotton divisions working three days a week as at pres ent. and worsted departments, which have been idle for several months, resuming gradually. The mills employ 13.500 persons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
Wants Ban Placed

r by ASSUfiateU FreSs
 Washington, December 14.-A one year ban on imports of cotton, cotton seed, vegetable oils and a number of other agricultural products is proposed in bill introduced by Representative Blanton, democrat, Texas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15
Drs. Dozier q Dozier
Oldest Established Firm of Me, 'ical Specialists in Alabama. Twenty five Years in Birmingham.

We treat scientifically and with wonderful success, all manner of chronic diseases of the Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat, Lungs, Heart, Liver, Stomach, Bowels, Kidneys and all dis eases of the Skin and the Pel- vic Organs of Men and Women.
 We espec:-lly invite those who have any symptoms of Ap- pendicitis or Ovarian trouble, to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

One of the most distinguished women physicians in South America, pr. Erne- stina Perez of Chile, was the daughter of poor washerwoman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

Fairfield School Improvement associa- ton was held yesterday afternoon from 2:SO to o'clock The meeting was one of the largest in the history of the school dining room, where Christ present.
 Preceding the social hour a short business session was held with Mrs, J. A. Dupuy, the president, presiding Reports from various committees were given. Refreshments were served in thes chool dining room where Christ mas decorations were attractively used
 Mrs. Mamie Rascoe Blount of M- bany, Ga. is the guest of her parents, Mir. and Mrs. ". P, Rascoe, on Ave nue F.
 The many friends of MT, and Mrs. W. L. VanDyke will regret to lcars of the illness of their young son at their home on Twenty avenue.
 Little Kathryn Smith is recovering from recent attack of pneumonia at the home of her parents, Mir. and Mrs. Joe Smith, on Avenue r.
 The Ensley committee, under the di- recetion of II. S. Meade and his CO., workers, continued their work for the tuberculosis campaign yesterday and made good progress towards rais- ing Ensley's quota. Sickness and bad weather have both hndered the work but with clear skies the work will be given much more attention and all places will be visited for the cause The people of the district are urged to donate freely.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

Close for Ten Days
 By Associated Press Manchester, \. H., December h. The Amoskeag Manufacturing company
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

Advertising and news items, Cora Chapman Boterweg, 1912 Ave. E., Russell Bros. Stu dio. Phone Ensley 300
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

For subscriptions, D. F. MeClinton, repre- sentatixe. Phone Ems lev S9S.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-12-15

Mrs. Mamie Rascoe Blount of -Al- bany, Ga, is the guest of her parents, Mir. and Mrs. w. P, Rascoe, on Ave