The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-21
DOMESTIC DAYS
By ROY l.. McCARDELL

MT. Jarr. with all the graciousness of one doing a favor that costs noth- ing, had written a letter of recom- mendation for young man who sat by his desk. MT. Jarr. sffixing his signature to the letter. said unctious- ly. And now. Howard, I expect you to make good if you get this Job."
 You can believe me that I cer- tainly ohall!" replied the young man. who was a steady and reliable young fellow. I'm dependent on my own exertions, you know. All want Is a chance to. show what I can do."
 Well. you take some advice from me-" returned MT. Jarr. This is big corporation you are applying to for a position. And while it Is hard, as we know, to get a good position, it is just as hard, 1t seems to me, to get an employe who is honest, in- dustrious, ambitious and intelligent these days. I have been told by many who give employment to others that to find a capable and conscientious employe is difficult task"
 'Tll show themw exclaimed the young man. his face lighting up with earnestness and resolution.
 And here are few pointers for you" continued Mir. Jarr. "I want you to keep in mind everything say"
 The young man bowed to signify that he was all attention.
 First" said Mir. Jarr, start your work in your position with the firm resolve that there is no other man. no other employe around the place, who is going to do his work as we'll as you will do yours If you are given another mans work to do, even but temporarily. do it better than that fellow did 1t.
 Next. be punctual and late at the same time. That is, be first on the job in the morning and last to quit at night. Then, and this is very im- portant, be always neat in your ap- parel and person; it counts, espe- cialiy in a great city. Take care of your hands and teeth, linen and shoes and clothes.
 Brush up in your work, too. If anything puzzles you, stick to 1t till you know how to do it the right way. If you have letter to write, write as carefully as though you were com peting for neatly written letter prize. Be prompt and painstaking. Be dignified and reserved. Make no frienships in the office and get in no feuds.' It is our friends who are liable to hurt us more than our ene- mics, anyway. Until such time as you can go out to lunch with the boss, go out alone.
 Avoid falling in love until your position brings you in contact with a father-in-law as well as wife who is worth while to have"
 "I'll do everything you say, MT. Jarr," remarked the young man, be cause l realize you know what you're talking about"
 You bet I do." replied MT. Jarr And as the young man departed, MT. Jarr added to himself. .and if I had followed my own advice I'd be run ming this joint now, instead of being a poor old helpless hack and stick. ing just about where I started!"
 Please tell me, my dear, what is the latest clue to the Mystery of the Missing Milkman?" inquired Mir. Jarr when he reached home the other evening.
 You must be very interested about Gertrude's affairs!" sniffed Mrs Jarr. You haven't asked how I am or how the children are"
 Mir. Jarr was taken aback. "why, my dear" he murmured. T passed the children in the street and by the way they ran around and shrieke ed tell that they were all right-at least. their little limbs and lungs were sound. And as for you, I never saw you looking younger. prettier or healthier"
 Mrs Jarr received the tributes to her looks and youthfulness with calm approval, but at Mir. Jarr's conclu6- ing testimony as to her health, her expression changed, and with a deprecatory gesture, she began to differ with him. But Mr. Jarr re- peated again that Mrs. Jarr looked well.
 But I am not well, I tell you" re- torted Mrs. Jarr. Gertrude doesn't do thing except nope around. don't see why we should pay her when I have to do all the work"
 MT. Jarr made no comment on this,
 "Never mind Gertrude" he said finally, as the best thing to say.
 "Rut I do mind her, that's just the trouble" Mrs. Jarr declared. 'Ita