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The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

In making children's dresses. if the
waist is cut extra long md allowed to ex-
tend down underneath the skirt two or
three inches is all that is necessary they
cam be heightened by loosening the skirt
and settling down farther on the waist.
giving an extra seasons wear when the
child is growing.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Shall you swelter over a steaminE
washtub every Monday morning this sum.
mer. or will You let the Sparks laundry
relieve you of this bugaboO? House
keeping. especially in warm weather. i
greatly SimpIifcd when the washing and
ironing sre taken care of outside.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

At the Gift Shop is a table with an
array of things upon it suitable for grad
uation gifts which YOU should see. Some
of the articles / saw there were handsome
cuff and collar sets, book plates, new IDEAS
in candy jars, pretty baskets. wooden
bead chains and girdles, organdie flowers
and hat pins and lovely feather fans.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

War must be waged as usual against
the innumerable bugs and worms that per
sist in infcsting all growing things and
Robbins 4 Cowles have the ammunition
in the way of everything in insecticides
them. too.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Get your window and porch boxe
started. The weather is ideal for gettins
the plants going and the Hopkins store il
all ready to help YOU.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

When icing a cake with a boiled icing
it often becomes hard before the sides of
the cake are covered. Add a little cold
milk and beat well. The icing will be
more creamy than at first.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

How about one of those nice comfy
couch hammocks at Emerson's for your
porch! Just the thing to lounge in in
the daytime and comfortable to sleep in
on a warm summer night. With their gay
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

\ soft paint brush from half an inch
TO an inch in diameter is an excellent
thing for cleaning the electric toaster
after using.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Be sure and see the demonstration oil
the Laun-dry-ette electrical washing ma
chine tomorrow at the Brattleboro China
store. An expert will be on hand TO show
you how this marvel washes the clothes
and then dries them all in the same tub
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

| saw two very seasonable and useful
preparations in the Root Pharmacy this
morning one was a straw hat cleaner
just the thing for renovating a last years
white hat-and the other was "Skeeter
Chaser something guaranteed to make
all mosquitoes leave in disgust when used
as directed.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Oilcloth on the shelves often is a
source of trouble. for dishes will stick.
Scrub the oilcloth thoroughly with hot
water, into which dissolve a spoonful of
boraX and strong soap, before putting it
and in about - minutes of hard rub
bling you will never have any more trou-
BILE.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

c%retonne coverings they add greatly to
the porch furnishings.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Use a small-sized steel knitting needle
for testing food when cooking. 1t is
better than a straw for cake, or a fork
for vegetables.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31
DUAINIERSTON.
First School Graduation.

The graduating exercises of the eighth
grade, the first ever to be held in the
Dummerston schools, were held in the
church at the Center Thursday evening
and were well attended.
The platform was effectively decor
ated and the graduating class was
seated in front OF a BACKGROUND OF
white and green. Each member of the
class wore a rose, the class flower. The
three front seats We're reserved for the
parents, and We're marked with large
bows OF blue and white. the class col
ors.
Those graduating were Thomas Gal
vim, Bcrnice Walker, Evelyn Miller, IIa-
Eel Putnam. Dorothea lngraham. Alice
Perry. George Perry, Ruth Carpenter
Marjorie Crosby. Louise Hudson, Ed
ward johnson Ruth Carpenter was
unable to be present on account of in
ness. The program consisted of reel
tations by members of the class and the
class prophecy given by Hazel Putnam.
All were exceptionally well memorized
dressed the graduating class, enphasiz-
ing the Importance Of obedience and
~self-control. L. II. Miller sang two So
los.
Miss Ethel \. Eddy, superintendent
Of schools, III presenting the diplomas to
the class, stressed the desirability of
higher education and the possibility of
attaining it through personal effort.
Much credit il due Miss Eddy for her
untiring efforts in bringing about this
first school graduation.
A Joint meeting of the Woman 5 as
ISOLATION and the girls Friendly club
will be held in the home of. Mrs. Hor-
alto Knapp Thursday afternoon. Sup
per viii be served, the girls and women
furnishing cake
The school at the Center, taught by
NJ Md ,,V1L+an id
full term Friday. when a pre- Memorial
dav program was given. About 70 rel
a~tives~ and friends of the pupils were
present at the exercises. Agnes Ran
som went from that school to the spell
ing-match at Bellows Falls aud stood
the seth out of the - who spellnd. The
school has enjoyed n large collection of
National Geographic pictures loaned by
Mrs. Frederick HOlbrook.
r1nrrDHK.N uYUNNr
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

simmer one hour, add five pounds of
heated sugar. let simmer about three
hours longer. then turn into jelly glasses
Seal and keep in a cool place.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Pineapple Salad: With n silver fork
shred enough canned pineapple to make
> cups. add one banana peeled and cut
into dice and one cup OF washed and
seeded raisins. Dress with French dress
ing, using lemon juice in place of vine
gar. and serve in nests of lettuce leaves.
The name "IIoleproof' was selected for
n certain make of hosiery because their
wearing qualities made them worthy of 1t.
The f.. J. Fentou store carries Holeproof
hosiery for men and the quantity sold Is
evidence that they live up to their guar
agtee.
Panama hats may be washed in a
warm CASTLE soap lather to which a few
drops of ammonia have been added.
Rinse we'll in tepid water. using a soft
nail brush, and rub dry, with a soft
cloth.
Ask Mrs. w. f. Barber for literature
telling about the 137 different products of
the Watkins line she sells. All who have
tried them agree as to their fine quality.
Spices. extracts, toilet goods, household
remedies, soaps, etc.
In mixing cake a pinch of soda. when
baking powder is used, improves the tex
ture of cake
If you nave a perspiring scalp you
should nave frequent shampoos through
the warm weather. One gets a very thor
ough one at Miss Gritin's shop in Hooker
block.
Apples are delicious if pared and cored,
filled with bananas and baked. When
cool they may be served with mayOnnaise
or cream, according to whether they are
to answer as Il salad or dessert course.
/ Jewelry is always the suitable gift for
graduation for either the boy or girl. Ii
is the gift to be worn. enjoyed and treas
ured. At the Thompson store is a SPLEEN
did selection of watches. rings. pins,
beads, cuff links. etc, in fact anything that
a young man or woman could wish in
up-tO-date Jewelry.
Banana Loaf: Dissolve one package
of lemon Jelio in one-half cup of hot
water. When cool flavor with vanilla
and add one pint of sweet cream. Sweet
en- to taste and add six bananas sliced.
Set IN a cool place To harden and serve
with whipped cream. Raspberries or
Strawberries may be used instead of the
bananas.
Don't 90 away on a vacation trip with
out putting all important papers, jewelry
to be left behind and other yaluables in
a safe place. 4 deposit box at the Peo-
pies National Bank for them will end all
worry and a nominal sum will give you
the use of one for II year.
Oilcloth on the shelves often Is a
source of trouble. for dishes will stick.
Scrub the oilcloth thoroughly with hot
water, into which dissolve a spoonful of
boraX and strong soap. before putting it
on the shelves Have the water boiling
and in about u minutes of hard rub
bling you will never nave any more trou-
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Get the habit of saving. \ small sum
laid away regularly grows surprisingly.
Can you spare so Il month TO put
where it will earn seven per cent inter
est? Buy a real estate savings bond of
the Vermont Loan < Trust company.
Every payment begins at once to earn in
tereSt.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Don't go way on n vacation trip with
out putting all important papers, jewelry
to be left behind and other valuables in
a safe place. 4 deposit box at the PEG
pies National Bank for them will end all
worry and Il nominal sum will give you
the use of one for Il year.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

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The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Few people are aware that a lump of
sugar put into the water with flowers
will prevent any disagreeable smell.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

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The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Panama hats may be washed in a
warm CASTLE soap lather to which a few
drops of ammonia have been added.
Rinse well in tepid water. .using a soft
nail brush, and rub dry, with a soft
cloth.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

When trying to distinguish mutEo
from lamb. remember that the lean mea
of lamb ranges from pink to light ret
but as the animal grows older the colo
Of the meat turns to a deeper red. q
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

The name "IIoleproof" was selected for
n certain make of hosiery because their
wearing qualities made them worthy of IT..
The T.. j. Fentou store carries IIoleproof
hosiery for men and the quantity sold is
evidence that they live up to their guar
autee.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.

". ]. KANE, n. D., Physician and Surgeon
Office, Room 10, UlleTy building. Hours: 8.3
90 go; 80 to 800; ? to s. Office phone. +29-W
Residence, y Frost St. phone. ~ r.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Pineapple Salad: With a silver forl
shred enough canned pineapple to MAKE
> cups. add one banana peeled and GU
into dice and one cup of washed an,
seeded raisins. Dress with French dress
ing. using lemon juice in place of vine
gar. and serve in nests of lettuce leaves
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

Ask Mrs. w. f. Barber for literature
telling about the 13T different products Of
the Watkins line she sells. All who have
tried them agree as to their fine quality.
Spices. extracts, toilet goods, household
remedies, soaps. etc.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1921-05-31

If you have a perspiring scalp YOU
should nave frequent %shampoos through
the warm weather. One gets a very thor
ough one at Miss Grifin's shop in Hooker
block.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22
statesmen WANTED

SALESMAN WANTED to sell tires
direct from factory to user. Ex-
ceptionally good commission. All or
spare time. Address, Burr Oak Cord
Tire Company Burr Oak, Michigan.
pit,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22

PRESTON. August GA pleas
ant event of Wednesday was the
Swimming party for the Senior B. Y.
P Z. at 5 o'clock IN the afternoon,
the members, visitors IN town and a
few friends met at Lowery's pool
where for an hour or more many of
the party enjoyed the cooling waters.
At sunset a tempting picnic luncheon
was spread and was thoroughly en-
joyed by every one present.
Miss Sadie Lunsford returned
Tuesday from Concord where she was
a member Of a houseparty at the
home of Miss Reba Strickland.
Miss Verna Little. the popular tele-
phone operator, IS away this week
taking her vacation. She was ac-
companied by Mrs. Little.
Col Devon King, Of Columbus. was
a business visitor here Wednesday.
| Misses Annie Lee and Myrtle
Snellings, of Rfchland, are the
guests of Mrs. J. W. Montgomery this
! week.
Miss Lois Kaufman, Mrs. Cham
! bliss, of Heomans, and Miss Florence
Sims. of Weston, were the spend-the.
day guests Of Miss Sallie Thornton
Wednesday.
Sheriff c. NJ Christian, who ha.
ben very sick for a week is reported
much better.
Miss Era Lott, of Richland. was the
guest Of friends Thursday afternoon
George Adams, of AmcrEcus, spen
his vacation with parents this week
Miss Katherine Cantrel. Of Jack
sorsiIle, is here visiting Mrs. C. VI
Christian.
Mrs. z. T. Cook. of Palms, wa
The guest of Mrs. J. A. King Wednes
day.
! Miss Tormie Merritt has been yer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22
LETTERS FROM
THE PEOPLE.

The Times-Recorder, Americas,
Ga.-While up here in North Caro-
lima l look for the Times-Recorder
as letter from home and feel that
would be lost without it. | have
watched with a great deal of interest
the development of the swimming
pool idea and have marvellcd at the
success Mr.. Cargill has put INTO the
proposition. / didn't believe it could
be put over at this time but ! rejoice
that it has gone through successfully
as | consider it a fine step for the
citizens of Americas. Being especial
~ interested in the boys Of the town
! have felt for their safety physically
and morally it is a fine thing.
The eoferences at Montreal have
been very rich for the past week.
Here at a Presbyterian Assembly
ground we have had a great Baptist
preacher for the past three days-Dr
A. c. Dixon. He magnifies Christ in
a remarkable way and when a great
Union meeting in Americas material
ICES l could wish for none to lead
more than DR., Dixon.
For a week now | will attend lee
lures on the book of Daniel which
hope to give my people the benefit of
in the early fall.
Please tell my people through the
press that l will be back in my pulpit
on the first Sunday in September.
The rest they are giving me IS deep
ly appreciated and | hope to come
back better fitted to lead them III the
great work of winning Amerlcus Tor
Christ.
Yours very cordially,
FRANK P. ANDERSON
Montreal, N. c., August ~, 1921
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22
(lAlSIFIEDADVERTI{ ENENTS

RATES FOR CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS Minimum charge of
2c for first word each time thereafter Like this
Advertisement Of second time 10c times total
postofce order Address Times
Recorder. O.. Box 85,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22

See the new 1922 Model Dodge
Brothers cars. They have just ar
rived. Turpin & Shefifeld-22-5t.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22

Come early and get an Electric
Fan below factory cost Mcneil
Electric Co.-22-3t.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22
irish REPLY TO
]. BRITAIN BEGUN

! DUBLIN. August 22.-(Bv Asso-
ciated Press 1.-The secret session
of the Irish Republican parliament
so, draft the Sim Fem reply to
Great Britain S peace proposals be
gan. here today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22

pended business in the spring and has
been closed for some time. opened
its doors again Saturday and IS again
handling the banking business OF
Bronwood.
The next meeting of the stock
holders will be held Wednesday. at
which time the organization will be
made permanent and plans for fall
hu=iness will be made. Officers will
also be elected at the meeting. The
reopening was made possible by the
stockholders. who paid in 40 per cent
Of their stock.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22

WANTED-Grub worms or anything
that fish will bite. said an ad in
recent issue, and the advertiser got
what he wanted. He may have been
too lazy to dig bait, but he was
smart enough to know how to get it
without work-ADVERTISING. Mr..
and Mrs. P D. Cherry, Furlow street,
will be given two free tickets to the
Rylander to see "Jim, The Penman,"
if they will send before 5 p m. The
plcture-turn over and read the ad-
vertisement on another page As
usual it is an extraordinary picture
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22
WANTED - SITUATIONS

WANTED-Position by young lady.
Drug store preferred but Will con
slider any References furnished. Ad-
dress A. B., Times Recorde ct.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-08-22
LOST AND FOUND

FOUND-A good cigar for &c. Ask
any cigar stand for CENCIBLE,
SC; also in 10c size. Made in Ameri
Gus by Edwards Cigar Co. $50
disadvantages bar pin. Please re
turn to Observation-Disclosures
LOST-One Kappa Sigma fraternity
pin set with diamonds and en-
eraldS, probably between Lumpkin,
Ga, and Magnolia Springs Liberal
reward if returned to Frank Thomp-
son, LumpkIn, Ga.-22-3t.
LOST Bar pin with cameo set in
center at Central depot Saturday
night, Finder return to Times-Re-
corder-22-3t.
The daily Alaskan., 1921-07-14
THEY LACK THE PROGRESSIVE SPIRIT

e ar, lots of onr people them contributors to Inc Fourth . . .l vna soon with features Of the cal .- They rIa, live committee to take hold and ...a -..-r They wonder why prizes were given
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 o .. weak team Sunday and Ha s-a Monday after contest with victorious that had just finished game . .-ra .. -.e stories r-aasht wondering
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The daily Alaskan., 1921-07-14

IT'S. .-. . rrr S.-ouers Weekly and uam.s Island News
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The daily Alaskan., 1921-07-14

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The daily Alaskan., 1921-07-14
ALASKA NOT DIFFERENT

rap, .s t.c Outside deal about differences of opinion n Alaska and the inability who should he appointed . office as # that were condition peculiar rts territory Such talk absurd People dr-cc everywhere public matters and ur ~ ,s otsrlls~S 1n tnts respect tns people Alaska r snt than those of ohio York; oI Mexico Washnso"
 There are always ,ns opinion all Q. those States and 'h"ro s a.-o charges and crmnaous and rm""os who" offices are r...- arei. Is :., rat, rather than tho exception"
 Tho ars-i stuff that is rejug about c Quarre" ssus is narus tas ,crrory reputation It is time for ho .ers and people of country w their senses and arA ts same ra in arriving judgments Alaska that "htn elsewhere
The daily Alaskan., 1921-07-14

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