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The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

The Wagner Shoe Store is showing
some of the dearest little baby shoes in
their south window this week. People
stop and exclaim and say: Did you
ever see such cunning things?' If the
littlest ones need shoes their wants can
be catered to there from the first little
soft fabric shoes to those which are
more sturdy for taking their first steps.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19
=ADvERTIsEMENTs--
FEMININE TOPICS

that matches are cheaper than gas.
Never use a large burner when a small
one will do. A strip of asbestos pinned
around burner causes the heat to CON
centrate on the cooking instead of scat
tering.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Last Sunday morning Mrs a. S. Buzz
zell gave an interesting report of the
association meeting at South Newfane.
Baptist church, Rev. A. S. Buzzen
pastor Morning services at IL o'clock.
Topic The Dreamer; evening service at
{ o'clock Topic. The Man Who Bought
the Wrong Ticket.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19
A FRIEND IN need
4 FRIEND INDEED
Writes Mrs. Hardee Regarding
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound

Los Angeles, Calif.-''I must tell you
that am true friend to Lydia E. Pink
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

at them as he has made a very attrac-
tive price on them.
Any cold cereal as well as corn meal
mush can be nodded. sliced and fried,
and the children will eat it eagerly with
butter and maple syrup.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Do you have asthma? Try SteriZol
the greatest antiseptic for all such trou
bles. Once tried always used.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

There is for sale at X. w. Taber's
salesrooms on Elliot street a good oak
typewriter desk and chair. Anyone in
need of such pieces will do we'll to look
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Orange Sandwiches: Put one cup
confectfoner's sugar into a bowl and add
two tablespoons orange juice and one of
lemon Juice. Mix until smooth. then
cream into ii one heaping teaspoon but
ter. If you wish a deeper color add
some egg yolk. Spread on thin slices of
white bread cut round with a cookie
cutter.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

The sales of Wantastiquet coffee at
the Stebbins Grocery continue to in
crease which proves that though of me-
dunn price its quality is a bit more than
medium Remember that this store has
a fine line of Sunshine cookies when you
need something of the sort.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

The white of an egg dropped into g
pot of soup will gather to it all the i'm
purities. When it curdles remove it,
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

,e5tIs din cnductd
benefits evrybd Agent
dgowthof
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Sheets wear first through the middle
always and most women need not be
told how to sew the sides together and
cut through the worn place. Some,
however use top sewing seam. Over
lap the edges (selvedges) about one-quar-
ter Of an inch Sew down one edge, then
go back and do the other the same way.
The seam will then be smooth and soft.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

If milk is kept in a large shallow
basin it will remain sweet and fresh for
a longer time than if kept III a deep
container. The cream will also rise
more rapidly.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

When jelly glass covers are missing
substitute round pieces of clean white
muslin dipped quickly in melted parafin
and pressed down well over the edges
of the glasses. having first covered the
jelly itself with melted parafin as usual.
Fruit jars may also be covered in the
same way, only the pieces of muslin
should be doubled.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Those baking powder biscuits which
Fairbanks distributes Tuesdays, Thurs
days and Saturdays at various groceries
met with instant success. Thy them and
you will know why. Many stores have
to recorder each afternoon TO meet the
demand.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

WEST HALIFAX.
Snrprise Party and HOUSE Warming.

surprise TdFt9 anu mouse !" afhihs'
On Friday evening large number of
the congregation of the Baptist church
gathered at the parsonage and gave the
pastor and wife a most delightful sur
prise and welcome.
Games were played, there was singing,
and music on the victrola and piano.
Delightful refreshments We're fur
nished and served by the women, after
which all joined in singing God Be With
You Till We Meet Again, and prayer
was offered by the pastor.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Tomato and Celery Salad: Cook
One-half can of tomatoes. three cloves
sugar to taste, one teaspoon of salt and
one saltspoon of paprika for - minutes
Add One-toUrth box of gelatine. softened
IN one-half cap cold water. stir until
dissolved and strain into Il border mold
When firm turn out on a bed of lettuce
leaves and fill the center with finely cut
celery and broken English walnut meats
mOIstened with mayonnaiSe or boiled
dressing
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

1t must be a comfortable feeling
life policy holder las when he receives
the first monthly checks that will come
to him as long as he lives. Have talk
with Daniels, the insurance man, about
this form of life insurance.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

l thoroughly enjoyed looking at the
new lamps-about 80 of them-at Hor-
ton ID. Walkers yesterday. There were
the newest things in shades and stand
ards and with only one of kind so
the assortment is exclusive. | was sur
prised to see what a handsome lamp $40
would buy and for 81 there were some
lovely ones in the smaller sizes suitable
for desks etc
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

To help out your heating problems
there's nothing safer than an electric
heater. They can't explode or asphyXi-
ate and they give a cheerful sunny heat.
Have you looked at those Simplex cleo
trio heaters for only S10.9S at the Twin
State company's store.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

deposited is generally surprising to the
person who mas never tried systematic
savings before. Start a savings account
at the Brattleboro Trust Co, il only a
small amount each week or month. The
interest soon begins to work and save
for you.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

There's many time this winter when
one of those warm wool army blankets
from Emerson's viii come in handy.
They represent a lot of warmth and
comfort for the small sum of 1913.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Baked Bean Sandwiches: Take red
kidney beans and reduce TO a pulp. Mix
pulp with melted butter. onion juice, a
pinch of dry mustard, a few olives OF
pimentoeS chopped and a dash of tomato
catchup or chill sauce. Spread the mix
ture between slices of brown bread.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

When boiling an old fowl or tough
meat add a pinch of soda to the water.
Simmer gently, and the meat will be per
fectly tender.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Mrs. Smith has put in at the Hat
Shop a line of stamped goods and ma
terials for embroidery. She has finished
work to show and will give instructions
to those who desire it. She showed me
some very handsome things in bed
spreads. luncheon sets, center pieces,
runners, d0ilies, etc.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

To frost n cake evenly to the very
edge and prevent the icing from running
down the sides. double a piece of stiff
paper, and pin closely around the cake.
letting the paper extend an inch or so
above the top of the cake. Spread iciug
and do not remove paper until the icing
is set.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Vaughan & Burnett are showing a
line of the new pendants in medallion
style on cords which are very much in
demand at present. They are so pretty
Christmas gifts as well as for them
selves
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Salt and lemon juice is said to be
good for the cleaning of bone handles
with the lemon juice and then with the
salt.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

A one-plate dinner simplifies the la
bic service very much. One with a cen
ter of crisp juicy pork chops, surrounded
by stuffed peppers tthese may be stuffed
an outer border of mashed potatoes
sounds very appetizing.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

White Grape Conserve is a delicious
dainty. Wash and cut the grapes into
small pieces without removing the seeds.
Cook without adding water until very
soft. Press through sieve and simmer
again for II minutes. Add three-quar-
tiers of a pound of sugar to every pint
of juice. and cook until clear and of a
pale green. Pour into small glasses and
seal.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

If you want bulbs to bloom at Christ
SOME pretty bulb bowls, for doubtless
you'll give some as gifts at that time.
You will see this week a window full of
pretty bowls for them in the Brattleboro
China Store and the prices are very mod
crate indeed.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

In reducing the gas bin remember
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

Part wool blankets of generous size
are being offered at the F. W. Kuecf
store for only $4.9S pair. They are
very good looking, soft and fluffy. anC
may be just the kind you are looking
for for that extra pair"
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

STATIONS Liniment is an old. tried
and true home remedy for cuts, bruises
sprains and many other ailments. The
older residents of this section know its
worth and the younger ones should know
it. 1t was originally prepared by John
S Stratton of South Newfane and may
now be procured made from the origi-
nal formula at the Brooks House Phar-
macy.
In reducing the gas bin remember
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1922-10-19

The r. Shoninger Piano Co. now
have at their showrooms in the Emerson
building on Elliot street, a line of music
rolls for player pianos. which includes
many choice selections. Orders foI
piano tuning may be left there and vii
be taken care of by an expert tuner ant
one who understands player pianos il
case one needs attention.
Monte Vista journal and Monte Vista graphic-reporter., 1922-01-14
Community Nurse
Examines Pupils
In Lower Grades

The community nurse, Miss Elisa
beth Yancey. has completed q room
examination Of all pupils in six low
Or grades In the Monte Vista schools
and also In the Fairview and Bowen
schools. Very few cases Of COM
municable disease were found and
comparatively few OF the usual colda
and sore throats with . few cases OF
acute skin diseases.
Work started this week consists
OF individual examination Of pupils.
A card 10 to be made out for each
pupil. Condition OF the eyes. vision.
noss. throat. ears. skin, scalp.
teeth will be especially noted and
recorded on card. II conditions arc
found abnormal the parents will be
notified and advised TO consult the
family physician or dsntist.
Plans are being made to carry on
the health center work. It IL hoped
that this will Be . source OF real
service to the community. Miss
Yancsy will be at the health center
IN the Library every day from $50
70 ESQ. However. nsxt week u 70
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Monte Vista journal and Monte Vista graphic-reporter., 1922-01-14
MONTE VISTA WOMAN
REACHES AGE ElGHTY.NlNE

Grandma Fulton OF Monte Vista
reached her ssth-birthday wcdnes-
day. Dscsmbsr II. and friends rem
smbsrsd her on that occasion. send
Ing her gifts Of many kinds. Amonx
the gifts vas . large cake carrying
- tiny candles. Il b not given to
many 70 attain the age Of Mrs. Full
ton. who stiil sajoys Q remarkably
keen mental faculty although tho
body has yielded u the infirmities
Of advanced years. She sadly miss
% her son. William Daley. dcceas-
Cd about = year ago. who always
cared for ''mothcr." Grandma
Fulton y beloved by = great many
friends and II Il said 80 long ~ re
are loved. We are Indispensable
Monte Vista journal and Monte Vista graphic-reporter., 1922-01-14

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Roushton left Tor Los Angeles on
business, lase week. Mrs. Simmons
sseolvsA . message from Nj. Sim
neas tAis week statias that hs vas
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Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1922-11-03

Republican ticket, Is a daughter OF
former United States Senator and
Congressman-at.La William II. Ma
son, who was one of the most widely
known men who ever represented II
linols. At the time OF his death he
was ongressman-at-large and his
daughter Is a candidate TO Gil his un-
expired term. Having made stirring
and effective statewide campaign for
the nomination. having for her oppo-
nents some well-known aud popular
men, Mrs. Huck now finds herself
called upon to repeat that campaign.
Instead of representing a single dis
trict, she, when elected, as she I'M
doubtedly win be, VIII represent 20
congressional districts, being the first
woman ever TO SIT In the lower house
as a representative-at-large. Mrs.
Huck also will have the dIstinc-
ton of being the first mother ever
TO have been elected to the na-
tional house Of representatives. She
has four children. three boys and
a girl. of whom she Is very proud.
Being the daughter of a statesman.
Mrs. Huck has had the advantage Of
years of acquaintance With public
questions. having listened TO first-hand
Information thereon from her father
during the years he was In the United
States senate and congress when the
family was In Washington. Mrs. Huck
has always been active In women's
club work and possesses a large fol-
lowing among the women of Illinois.
Every voter in Illinois will have an
opportunity to vote for this mother.
who Is the first woman ever to have
been nominated by any party to rep
resent her entire state In congress.
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1922-11-03
HENRY r. RATHB0NE

Henry r. Rathbone, Republican can
dldate for congressman-at-large Is a
graduate of Yale university and of
the law department of the University
Of Wisconsin. AS a trial lawyer he
has shown marked ability and has
successfully conducted matters of
litigation In many states. He is a
lecturer in the John Marshall Law
school OF Chicago and Is an authority
on the Constitution Of the United
States. During the war Mr.. Rathbone
devoted his entire time TO various
lines of patriotic service. He was the
chairman OF the war committee OF the
Chicago Bar association. which han
died over 1900 cases a month OF
free legal advice and assistance to
soldiers, sailors and their dependents.
He Is a former president Of the Ham
ilton club Of Chicago and has been
chairman Of the Mississippi valley
committee. Mr.. Rathbone is one of
the best-kn0wn orators In Illinois and
Is in constant demand as a public
speaker.
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1922-11-03
RICHARD YATES

Richard Yates, Republican candi-
date for ongressman-at-large, Is
serving his second term in that capac-
ity. He was renominated without any
campaign upon his part. Mr. Yates
is widely known throughout the state,
having been active in state politics
throughout his life. Born In Jack
sonvIlIe, son of the beloved Civil war
governor, Richard Yates, he received
his education In the local schools,
graduating from Illinois college In
1850 and from the University of
Michigan law school in 1884. He
served six years as city attorney of
Jacksonville and three years as coun-
ty judge Of Morgan county. He was
elected governor Of Illinois in 1900.
He served three years as member OF
the state public utilities commission
under Governor Dunno and was assist
ant attorney general under Attorney
General Edward J. Brundage.- He
was married to Miss Helen Wads
worth In 1888. They have two daugh.
tiers. Miss Dorothy and Catharlne. who
married John L. Pickering, Jr.. OF
Ohio,
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1922-11-03
OSCAR NELSON

Oscar Nelson Of Geneva was nomg.
mated by the Republicans Of Illinois
for state treasurer without opposition
His neighbors and associates - tina
bankers OF Kane county eyinced
their appreciation Of his qualities b.
unanimously approving his candidacy
In their county convention. Oscar
Nelson came to this country with
his parents when he was six years
old. After a year In Chicago they
moved 10 Geneva, where Oscar has
lived ever since. lie attended tia
public schools for awhile and then
went to work In a grocery store
where he was employed during
the day. spending his evenings 10
study. From the grocery he went 70
the Northwestern railroad. where ha
obtained employment as a switch
tender. While working for the rail-
road he was elected city clerk OF Ge-
neya. serving the people so well that
they elected him five times In that
capacity. The Bennett Milling CON-
pany offered him a place as cashier.
which he accepted. He worked for
a while In the Office of the county clerk
and then went to the State Bank Of
Geneva as bookkeeper. He was pro-
NOTED rapidly until he became cashier
and then vice president Of the insti-
tuition. which position he occupies
now. He Is president OF the Kana
County Bankers association. During
these years OF his rise In business ana
the esteem Of the people OF the county
he was elected mayor of Geneva and
treasurer Of Kane County. When tha
war came on his genius for organiza.
ton was recognized by his neighbors.
who made him chairman Of all war
activities. SO successfully was his
work done that the quota OF the city
Of Geneva was raised in all the drives
without difficulty.
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1922-11-03
DIED

Mrs. Burning OF Brookport,
the widow OF the late Rev. K. s.
Burning. who has been sick for
several months died Monday after
noon, at her home, Funeral was
held Tuesday afternoon at the a.
M. T.. church of which she had
been a member for number oil
ye rs. Her hssband who died sew
eral years ago was minister oil
the a. M. K. denomination.
She died in the faith it is said
at ripe old age She left no
children Of her own but left an
adopted son.
The funeral was largely attend
ed. Revs. Green Price, George
Crippens, and Mrs. Nancy Grip
pens attended the funeral from
this city.
Peace to her ashes.