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Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
MOTHERS OF FAMOUS MEN
THE MOTHER OF OSCAR WILDE
By MARY ADRIAN

One OF the most interesting and
Illuminating flashes on the charac-
ter of Oscar Wilde. famous English
novelist, playwright and poet of the
last century, whose life reached the
greatest heights and the lowest
depths. was the relationship between
the writer and his mother, Jane
Francesca Elgee.
Under a pen name, Lady Wilde,
herself a poetess of considerable note
was one of the most ardent pamph-
leteers and propagandists in Ireland,
where Oscar Wilde was born. Not
only did he inherit from his mother
much of his keenness of mind and
his literary penetration, but her early
influence on him made a mark that
lasted throughout his entire life.
Oscar Wilde, incidentally, loved his
mother with a consuming devotion,
and accorded her an admiration and
respect that amounted to nothing
short of veneration.
Before Wilde was born, his mother
hoped anxiously for a daughter and
was deeply disappointed when the
child proved to be another son. For
several years, during his infancy ana
early childhood, she dressed him as
a girl and treated him as one. This.
of course, kept him closer by Ter
side than he would ordinarily nave
remained. and probably accounts for
his especially strong devotion.
In later life, when the poet was in
prison. his chief regret was the un-
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Woman S ClubHas
Interesting Event
At South Ambcy

SOUTH AMBOY, Oct. 6:-At the
meeting of the Woman's Club on
Thursday afternoon, which was
Largely attended, Mrs. William En-
mons of Keyport gave an instructive
address on early Indian music. Mrs.
Emmons spoke in an interesting
manner of the life, arts, mode of
living and of the music associated
with the many ceremonies of the
Indians from birth to the grave. Mrs.
Ada Piersol Cozzens played several
OF these songs. Mrs. Cozzens also
sang group of Indian songs which
were greatly appreciated; 'Kashmiri
Song" and "Till I Wake" Fenden,
and by the Waters of Minnetonka,"
Lieurance.
During the course of regular busi-
ness three new members were unan-
imously elected: Mrs. Howard Dill
lon, Mrs. A. c. Brady and Mrs. c. P.
Thomas,
At a meeting of the executive
board on October 2 it was decided
to call the guest day and gift shop
meeting October Is at 2:30 p. NJ. in
stead of $3.50. Mrs. Willard Ingra-
ham was appointed chairman of the
gift shop. 1t is hoped every mem
Der Will De responsible Tor at least
one gift which may be sold for not
over 50 and is urged to bring their
friends to enjoy the social hour.
Kindly leave your gifts at the home
of Mrs. j. Arthur Applegate on or
before October It.
Mrs. B. c. Duvier. chairman of
civics, reported that Miss Alva Deck
er would start her dancing classes
in the City Hall Friday, October 10,
the hours being 3 o'clock for babies,
S:45 for juniors and 4:30 for inter
mediates.
The State Federation of Women's
Clubs will hold their fall convention
Friday, October 10, at the First Pres
byterian church, Broad street, New
ark. The president requests that as
many attend as possible and a splen-
did time is assured. The morning
session convenes at 1920 and will be
devoted to short interesting talks by
departmental chairmen of the diff
ferent clubs. Luncheon will be served
at Achtell-Stetter's
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
SELF CONTROL

One needs lot of selfcontro in life. One reason is
things lose ones sefcontro There are SO
many ways of losing it. OH there many times when 10
keep from going to pieces almost impossible:
The mother with the of a home, sick child and
possibly worthless husband thinks she has the greatest need
self-control.
The business woman with an exacting, unjust employer
trying public thinks her need of seconrol is great
The invalid whose months of illness wearing her
erves ragged prays for self-control
The world is camorng for it. And why notl For does
ones happiness depend the strength of ones self
ntro The miserable neurotic control of her
why she is miserable. The unhappy friend lost
Of her temper Because of she make unknd cutting
nging and untrthful remarks about her friend That is
by she is friendess and unhappy today.
The unsuccessful business lost control OF her
gmen when she lost her temper IN that business argument
hat is why she is failure and unhappy in the business
ord.
To keep ones sefcontrol must keep leash all
nes emotions ones thoughts and especially ones tongue
econtrol selfresran thought for the consequences
he emergency brake in selfcontro Use it. Jam hard 1t
nay bring you sudden and erky stop but at last you will
e safe.
Remember this whatever your difficulties vexatons
eventually pass you lose your efcontrol they will surely
multiply
Which you doing7 Your happiness your health your
life largely determined by your to that
question.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
,,amp Fire Girls
News and Notes

The Chuli Camp Fire held a kid
party" at the home of Miss Helen
seaman Thursday. The party was
planned by Helen Seaman and jean
ette Anderson. The rooms were de-
corated with red, white and blue.
,treamers. Games, singing and dane
ing were enjoyed. jeanette Ander-
son was awarded the prize for the
best kid costume. Other prizes
were awarded to Anna Hoertz. in the
peanut hunt. jeanette Anderson for
the peanut jab; Anna Hoertz for
Marching to Jerusalem" and Doro-
thy Dawson and Clara Falkenstrom
were given prizes as the best dane
ers. A clog dance was given by Helen
Seaman and jeanette Anderson. Vo-
cal solos were given by Evelyn
F'alkenstrom and jeanette Anderson,
by Dorothy Dawson.
Refreshments were served.
The guests included: Helen Sea-
nan, jeanette Anderson, Evelyn
'alkenstrom, Dorothy Dawson. An
ia Hoertz, and Miss Clara Falken-
atrom, guardian. The next meeting
will be held at the home of Mis-
Dorothy Dawson, in Brighton ave
lue next Thursday night. Pir
eedle work will be taken up.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
BROADCASTS
By LORA KELLY
And Wear it Next His Heart?

There would be more happy mar
riages if every man would demand
photograph of his future wife's feet
You're right. A doctor-a man
doctor-said it.
1.-THE high-heeled pointed toed
shoe is worn by shallow minded wo-
men, who care more for amusement
than they do for the staid things of
life.
1.-THE sensible girl wears a sensible
shoe. Thus she has sensible, normal
feet, good health and is of the high
type of intelligence"
All of which is very well, but the
doctor goes on to say that only two
girls in five hundred he had exam
ined have perfect feet, and that one
of them was Chinese.
Then he had some remarks to
make about arches.
Beware of the girl with the low
arches" he went on. "She is apt to
be cruel and exacting. The ancient
Greeks were a high arched race of
athletes, poets and philosophers"
We've heard about this sensible
footgear" before. But being a fairly
regular attendant at the theatres,
musical comedies and everything, we
are inclined to believe our dear male
brethren are not consistent in their
devotion to the sensible" shoes.
Whenever a flock of blythe and
lissome Betties of the chorus tumble
melodiously from the wings what do
they wear on their enchanting toot-
sizes?
Not shoes with a broad and sweep
ing vamp, surely! Not anything that
in the least suggests anything sem
sible, or even remotely approaching
1t.
Furthermore, from our own per-
sonal experience we have been CEN
sored for wearing sensible" shoes,
because they look so ugly"
In an effort to please and add
what little beauty we can to drap
and weary world, We have donned
the nippant heels of frivolity.
And then got scolded for that.
Since then we've worn what in our
feeble Judgment seemed best.
Copyright, 1928, Public Ledger Co.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

you do the talking, Tom" urged
the boys from Jackson school as
they trudged along toward the JEFF
ferson building.
"All right" Tom agreed. Il
know the captain at Jefferson he
cause he's my cousin"
Here comes whole gang of
boys with Us on their sweaters but
they aren't Jefferson boys, because
their sweaters are green! ex-
claimed the children in the play
ground as the strange team ap-
porached.
"IIi. Billy" Tom greeted his
cousin. This is my bunch from the
jackson school. We want to chal-
lenge you to a game in the pasture
to decide which is the champion
team"
BiIry held a conference with his
players. TITS o. *. with us he
agrede. "well play you and the
winner is the champ!"
You know how to color Toms suit.
put it on him and then watch for the
excitement of the big game next
week.
copyright 1928 Associated Editors)
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Democratic Women
Are Being Organized

TRENTON, Oct. 6:-Announce-
ment was made today to all Demo-
cratic women workers and leaders
that the committee on organization
of the Democratic State Committee.
for women's meetings and campaign
work, has organized and is ready to
receive requests for speaking dates.
Miss Sara T. Pollock, of Mercer
is chairman and the other members
are Mrs. Raymond r. Donges, Cam
den; Miss Thelma Parkinson, Cum
berland; Mrs. Gretchen Riggs, Mid
dlesex; Mrs. Egbert Rosecrans, of
Warren.
The committee has already been
asked to appear at women's rallies
in several of the counties. One of
these is scheduled for Wednesday,
October 10, at Riverside, in Burling-
ton county, which is a follow up of
recent meeting held in Mount
Holly.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
YOUR BABY AND MINE
By MYRTLE MEYER ELDRED
Constipation During Pregnancy

Constipation During pregnancy
One of the most frequent ailments
of pregnancy is constipation due,
of course, to the unusual pressure
on the intestines and to the mothers
inactivity. Also, it is one of the
things which must not be allowed
to go unnoticed, as the increased
poisons of the system must be car
fied off through the various chan
reIs of elimination. 1t is best when
possible to make natural measures
effective. barring this it were better
o take laxatives, which the doctor
hould prescribe, than to allow the
habit of constipation to become fix
cd.
Regularity in bowel action is
ighly important, also the position
on the toilet seat, which should by
mechanical means be made so that
when seated on it the knees VIII be
higher than the hips. A pile of books
under each foot will do this. Some
times merely attention to time and
position, will be all that is necessary
i o insure prompt action.
Diet is next in Importance. There
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
At The Ditmas

Banjos playing-pretty senoritas
dancing-gray-h haired Mexican sem
ors applauding-This might be the
beginning of story about Califor-
MIA fiesta, but 1t is only an idea OF
what went on at the Hal Roach stu
dio during the making of Harold
Lloyd's funniest Pathecomedy. why
Worry" which is to be seen at the
Ditmas Theatre today for the last
time.
There were times during thepro-
duction of this great comedy when
work seemed for from eVeryone's S
mind. Yet the work must have pro-
gressed, Judging by the wonderful
results attained.
Hundreds of MeXicans were en-
gagged for the entire picture. Out of
this band wede more than score of
musicians. and to pass their time
away between scenes they entertain
cd with instrumental musin that IS
seldom heard outside Mexican
fiesta. They added atmosphere and
color to the South American settings
in which Lloyd worked during Vir-
tually the entire production.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Girl Scout News

The first meeting of the knights
of the Round Table was held at the
home of Captain Marian Mintz, in
Oak street, last night. A most ac-
tive program has been arranged for
the coming winter. The scouts are
in. full swing and will soon begin
their active work. The next meeting
will be held Monday at the Y. M.
H. A. The following lieutenants
have charge of the various troops.
Troop l., Gertrude Doneson, FrieGa
Encherman and Sylvia Vogel, Troop
2. Alice Isenberg, Eleanor Levine,
Troop 8, Bella Goldberger and Min
erva Polkowitz, Troop 4, Florence
Leichtman. Ida Frankel. Troop 8,
Esther Frankel and Gladys Bardin.
Miss Mintz will supervise all lieuten-
ants.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

Gym classes will begin next We'd
nesday with Miss Vivian Macdonald
in charge. The schedule is women
from 1920 to 1915 q. M; games
(women) 1880 to 8 p. NJ; grammar
school girls 3.45 to 4.50 O'Clock;
high school girls 4:30 to 5:15
o'clock: business girls Sis to 6
o'clock; open hour business girls)
6 to 7:15 o'clock: employed girls
1915 to 8 o'clock; employed girls
s to S:45 o'clock, and dancing S:45
to $3.50 o'clock: Each class is fol-
lowed by half hour swim.
The Day Nursery is busy planning
a chain of parties to be held during
the winter months by the members
Of the Board of Managers. Mrs.
James White is chairman of arrange
ments. Mrs. A. J. Perchard. nresl-
dent of the nursery entertained the
members of the Board of Managers
at the first of the series last week
at which time a most delightful mu-
steal program was given.
The Barbara Frietche Club held
their meeting at the home of Miss
Lillian Sikorski, in Grace street, last
night. One new member. Miss Stasia
Parloske was admitted at this meet
ing. Following the business session,
a social time was enjoyed. Refresh
ments were served.
The Philathea Society of the first
Baptist church will hold their reg
ular meeting, next Tuesday night, at
267 Mcclellan street. 1t is most i'm
portant that I'll members be present
as plans for the Christmas bazar will
be completed. The dolls which were
given out during the summer months
to be dressed must be handed in at
this meeting.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the
First Baptist church will hold a rum
mage sale at 4S3 State. street, near
the Polish church, next Tuesday.
Anyone having any articles for the
sale will communicate with Mrs. II.
p. Ward and she will arrange for
transportation.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

should be at least two green vege-
tables eaten daily, raw and stewed
fruit at each meal, bran bread and
all whole grain cereal breads and
desserts, little tea and coffee, and at
least eight glasses of water daily.
Exercise, If taken, should be un-
der the supervision of the doctor
The "Mosher" exercises are fine for
this. Lie fiat on the back with no
constructing clothes. Pull in the
muscles of the abdomen. Relax. Do
this four times the first night, then
increase slowly up to ten times
nightly.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Cast Announced
BvGirl's sClub Show

Tickets may be secured and re-
turns made at the Public Library
auditorium tonight between Z and
Q o'clock, for 1.-THE Cameo GIRL the
musical comedy which will be pre-
sented under the direction of the
Girls Club, in the Majestic theatre,
on Monday and Tuesday, October
is and 16. The proceeds of this af-
fair will be devoted to the Y. w. {.
A. fund. 1.-The Cameo Girl was
originally Miss Marilynn Miller. and
the smocks used in the Greenwich
Village scene were painted by Miss
Miller's father. Miss Amy Drysdale'
will take the part of 1.-THE Cameo
Girl" on October / 5 and 16. The
other members of the cast follow:
Mimi ............ Ruth Macan
Robert ......... Wilfred Johnstone
Rudolph .......... arnold Clesoh
Grand Duchess -. Helen warren
Professor ........... Wllllanl hoy
Three Chancellors
Allyn Peterson
Edward Cheshire
Fred Ritter
Spirit of Shadowland, Ruth jacobson
Three Nieces
Barbara Mcleod
Ella Brown
Florence Lutz
Nip and Tuck
John and Bert Burwinkle
Soloists
Ada Wilentz, Claire Pfeiffer
Page .............. Dorothy HAN
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Plan for Card Party

The American Legion auxiliary
held their regular meeting in the
Y. NJ. C. A. last night, and completed
plans for their card party to be held
on October 90, in the Raritan Yach
club. Miss Dorothy Goldberger, is
chairman of arrangements and is as
sisted by the following: Refresh
ments. Mrs. Holger-Holm and Miss
Florence Weutrich; prize, Mrs. P. j.
Ryan and Miss Emma Meshrow;
tickets, Miss Dorothy Goldberger'
Miss Emma Meshrow and Mrs. John
Clark.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

happiness that he had caused his
mother, then dead. In ''De Profun-
dis. which he wrote while ;nprison-
ed he said:
NO one knew how deeply loved
and honored her. Her death was
terrible to me; but I, once lord OF
language, have no words in which
to express my anguish and shame"
Next: The Mother OF James A.
Garfield.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
WOODBRIDGE

More than 200 students attended
the first dance of the seniors OF the
Woodbridge high school last night
Al Ritter's orchestra played.
Rev. J. Benjamin Meyers, the new
rector of the Trinity church will Of
ficiate at the services Of the church
tomorrow. Ill i..-
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

We are able to offer our
readers now new ieaflct IN
teeding. How the baby should
he fed from the time he is
months to 3 years is included In
his slip., Any of the readers of
his department may have IL by
end = a self-addressed. stamp
ed envelope (no loose stamps)
and asking for IL.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

is just now reaching it's greatest
popularity here. As the style is still
good in France these models are
doubly recommended.
The black frock is velvet with
silk lace apron held by a strip of
velvet down the front. The tailored
dress is of fine wool kasha with the
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

American designers unite this sea-
son in saying there's nothing new
in Paris" but they also unite in say
ing there are many styles that are
delightfully."- smart and adaptable.
Here are two variations of the
vogue for apron tunics which was
in the spring in Paris and
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
DOROTHY DIXS LETTER BOX
Months Trial at Hollywood Is Best gET
Cure for Pretty Movie Mad Wife-Advice E1s
to a Boy on Careers-Making Children Obey

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Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

have nics big baby girl and am feel
ing fine. You may use this letter to
help other sick mothers. Mrs. CA.
MoEDE, Box 634, Window, MINI.
My First Child
Glen Allen, Ala. -"I have been
greatly benefited by taking Lydia e.
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for
bearing-down feelings and pains. Twas
troubled in this way for nearly four
years following the birth of my first
child, and at times could hardly stand
on my feet. A neighbor recommended
the Vegetable Compound tom after
had taken doctors medicines with
out much benefit. Ithas relieved my
pains and gives me strength. ! recon-
mend it and give you permission 70
use nv testimonial letter. Mrs. IDA
RYE, Glen Allen. Alabama.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Height of Skirts

The edict this year is: Sport skirts,
10 inches from ground; general wear
skirts, from six to nine inches from
ground; formal afternoon or evening
dresses, from four inches to full
length, or trained
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
South Amboy
Women Are Doing

SOUTH AMBOY, oct. 6-Unit
Ten OF st. Martha's Guild will hold a
baked bean su~ner at Christ church
Parish house on Wednesday evening,
October IT. Supper served from b
to o'clock.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Pro-
lection Fire Company will hold a
card party in Protection hall on
Wednesday evening. Miss Sally Pur-
cell is chairman, assisted by Misses
Vera French, Agnes Potts, Nellie
Stanton. Katherine Jacken, Rose
Schwartz, Mrs. A. Campion, Mrs.
James Kelly and Theresa Triggs.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
|WhatP erth Amboy
Women Are Doing
In Club Activities

The Home for the Aged Auxiliary
will hold a rummage sale at 245
State street next Tuesday. Anyone
having any articles for the sale will
notify the home and transportation
will be arranged.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Long, Tight Sleeves

Long sleeves are the style FOR day
time dresses and many of them are
tight fitting. Others are bishop style
or fitted to the elbow, with a gather-
cd or circular section to finish them.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

PERTH AMBOY BEAUTY PARLOF
Hair Curling, Scalp Treatment and
Massaging
ChiIdren's Hair Cutting Specially
,0q MADISON AVE. TEL. go
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

was TO become Ln6
mother of my
ninth child, and I
thought / did not
have the strength
togo through with
1t. / took Lydia E.
Pinkham's Vege-
table Compound,
and it has surely
done all / could
ask it to do and /
am telling all my
friends about it, i
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
Short Cnnts

Short jackets and blouses OF gold
or silver cloth are a novelty TINS sea-
son and are combined with the sott
woods and velvets that are so prev
alent.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

There will be meeting OF Pride
552, Ladies Auxiliary to the Broth
erhood of Railroad Trainmen IN
Welshs hall on Tuesday evening at
7 o'clock
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06

me Mother Says:
When my children wish a favor
special treat. have them write
letter to mother and mail it in the
cret box under the stair. This is
a way that helps them to become
used to the art of expressing them
selves in letters.
Copyright. 1928, Associated Editors)
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-10-06
MOTHER OF =
LARGE FAMILY
Recommends Lydia E. Pink
am'sVegetable Compound
to Other Mothers

Window, ,Minn.-'Iwas so rundown
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