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The Washington times., 1924-01-09
WAYS OF A HUSBAND = By Ann Lisl(
Delightful Sequel to "When Girl Marries," Which
Scored Such Tremendous Success Throughout
the Country.

l wanted to d the best thing
for every one. I desired TO see
what was honest and right. And.
eyes smarting with tears. I rat
peering into the future and trying
to find the path I ought to 60. I
hated to put my thoughts into
words. but In spite Of me thsy
formulated themselves in all their
ugly materialistic barrannesS. And
the sum Il them was:
In fairness 10 Jim, should I
Been dreaming2' asked Betty
from the doorway Of my office.
With a start I realized that I
hadn't heard her come In. I
jerlxed myself back from tho deep
thinking In which I'd been Inn.
merssd ana pushed away the ter.
rifying thought that perhaps I
owe Jim his freedom a. II I were
ninging OF . tangible thing.
II suppose you we're planning
some big piece Of COPY and
broke IN ON your train Oe
thought" she said easily. TITS
a nuisance to bo interrupted when
you're working out an important
problem. Have I made you lose
the thread2'
NO." I said quietly. ira
thought It out to-its logical con-
clusion."
(TO BE Continued TomOrrOw)
The Washington times., 1924-01-09

; that I had to think Of Jin-and
also Of Ralph Lacy. I've always
been afraid to acknowledge the
truth about Ralph's feeling for
me. But what's the use Of trying
to mask cowardice with conven-
ton?
Any honest, true woman must
see what Ralph's tenderness and
devotion and loyalty mean. Ralph
never fails me-or fails to under
stand me. He always is adequate
to meet the moment and forceful
! enough to handle the situation
and himself.
A man like tnat would make a
woman happy. Perhaps Jim
would make Ruth Gregory happy
and with her find something to
which I have never held the clue.
1t may be that 1 am spelling the
pattern Of three lives by insist.
ing stubbornly that there's only
one possible design for mine
l wonder!
AS I sat there in my office,
searching my own soul and try.
ing to find the truth, I ached
with sadness at the thought of
losing Jim. But did not deny
that with Ralph I have a sense
Of peace and security and that
no woman could find life q tragic
thing IL she went along the path
at his side.
The Washington times., 1924-01-09
NOW FOR NEW
VISION

AA4SS-@SS
NYoW that the holiday ssasoa
is over. it is q good time for
you to glance back briefly
and look ahead. There IL no spe-
cial virtue in New Year resolutions
except that sOrno worthy ideal
may be put into action with q
twelve-months pull ahead Of It.
First Of all, check up on your
errors Of 1923 and decide precise
ly where you win make Improve
ment for the year Just starting.
Do not permit yourself to regret
deeply any past mistakes. Merely
view them in the light Of poor les
sons to be corrected. and then turn
to your forward vision. Some Of
the imagined blunders Of last year
may turn out to be blessings in
disguise, so DO not decry them
overmuch.
Look forward with hope and de-
termination. Sketch clearly in
your mind a plan for definite and
detailed action. How about the
care Of your body and your hoalth7
These are parts Of your working
capital.
It is not a difficult matter for
you to arrange an ideal plan Of
exercise, diet, rest and sleep. 06
course. you win not carry out Per
fectly any Of your ideals. That II
not exactly their purpose. Dut
the very fact that you have an
ideal Of physical care for yourself
means that this vision viii exert q
subtle influence on your conduct
and constantly pun you toward
that high standard.
Look forward with hope and
courage as to your work. whether
manual or mental. Fix your mind
as clearly as you can on q vision
Of definite performances. See your
self az in the act Of studying hard.
az working faithfully. az dealing
honestly, as behaving manfully'
Do not be satisfied with q cheap
and flimsy purpose.
It IL easy to think nobiy 40 It 10
to think nneanly. You are more
than an animal. You are mental
spiritual. Q living soul. a clear.
definite vision Ce where You ought
to 90 ana Of what you ought
to do VIII pun you IN that a.
rection almost ~ II Q powerful
magnet were drawing ycu.
Look forward with hope and
cheer to some peculiar accomplish
ment FOR. the" coming year--eOme
one little thing which you are most
fond Of doing. This act Of yna2-
ing yourself different from ths
throng, this finding OF the point OF
emotional interest IN some peeu-
liar act or purpose-lt is precisely
this sort Of accomplishment which
win give you secret pleasure ana
make you aspire for Still higher At
tAinHnents.
No two youths are alilNA, No
two opportunities are the same.
No two secret purposes are neces-
sarily Identical. No ono can get
IN your way but you. No one can
hold you back but yourself.
No one can think your thoughts
for you or formulate that vision
for you. n n up to you TO take
up the planning ana the manage.
ment Of your own life. Outline q
definite step n Improvement for
each formerly wasted opportunity
or talent. Get up. look clearly
forward and 90. Make this the
banner year Of your life. Yea
can. You win. start nov.
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Famous Changes

Change here for the express.
your clothes. Change this ten.
spot, please. A quick change,
Change the rules. Change these
shoes for a larger pair. A change
Of front. Changing your name.
Change for the waiter. Changing
your address,
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success-and yet never question him about
what kept him so late at the office
To cultivate her mind-and yet be perfectly
vaudeville show and the cOlOred comics mental stimulus
To make onion and fry bacon-and herself
ing like scented soap and wood violets.
able keep him her side forever-and
time to give him all the rope he wants
be responsive, tender and Cngng-and the
bother him with sentiment when he busy hungry
sleepy tired worried working thinking, read
Ing or playing Or-oh you know how it is! -.
To different" yet exactly Es
his mother and his patent ideal.
understand" him perectly-and at the IDEAL
IZE him.
That's all any expects Of a
When he really LOVES her.
The Washington times., 1924-01-09
M EDIT A TIONS
OF A
MARRIED WOMAN
BY HELEN ROWLAN

A MAN expects so little Of woman.
He merely expects absolutey-and yet not
to take every little thing he seriously
To concentrate her mind higher thngs-and same time
concentrate most attention and Imagination his palate
The Washington times., 1924-01-09
WHEN DID TT
HAPPEN?

l-when did Tories from the
United States settle In New
Brunswick, Canada?
2-When was Joan of Aro
burned at the stake?
S-When was the Cape Of Good
Hope discovered?
A-when did Gounod write his
opera, Romeo ct Juliette?"
6-when did Dowie organize his
Church Of Zion?"
ANSWERS 10 these queries win be
printed tonnOrrowl
ANSWERS
To Yesterdays Questions.
1.-The famous Pantheon In
Rome was built In ~ b. g.
Utah became q state In 1895.
S-Balzac's Lost Illusions"
aimed at newspaper critics, was
published in three parts-1S37,
1889, 1S43.
4-Francisco Pizarro founded
Lima. Peru. as his capital in Janu.
ary, 1885.
5-William Pitt, the elder, made
his last appearance in the House
of Lords, April 2, 177s.
Copyright. 1924, King Features
syndicate, Hnal
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To have finer, delicate sensibilities, and yet
not to be shocked at his appetite for corned
beef and cabbage, and always to understand"
and sympathize when he has morning after"
headache.
To make herself hssable and tempting-and
yet act as though Santa Claus had given her
sweet surprise when he tries to kiss her.
To look up to him as a braver, stronger
being, and at the same time to coddle him
when he has a toothache, put his feet in mus
and rush for the arnca when he steps on
tack.
To take a vital interest in his business
The Washington times., 1924-01-09
This Da y IL Our History.

H1S is the anniversary Of the outlawing in 1774 by
citizens Of Newport r. l., of all those who bought or
sold tea This direct defiance Of the British gov
ernment whose unjust taxes antagonized the Oolonea
The Washington times., 1924-01-09
Get Up and See the Sons Of Mornino.

THE three planets-Mars Jupiter and Saturn-are all
visible in the morning sky. Jupiter, between Libra
and Scorpa is the brghtest Saturn in Virgo is next
in brightness; Mars in Libra, is the faintest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15
Tailored Suits

WITH the advent of the tail w ored suit has come the waist coat. A few seasons ago we knew the waistcoat when we wore box jackets. This time, however, it comes to us in immaculate white pique, a smart accessory to the mannish suit which holds first place in the mode of the hour.
 Attractive little waistcoats of vivid Chinese red are embroidered in gold thread and peep through the opening of another and more dressy sort of suit. But, gener- ally speaking, the waistcoat of tailored severity, similar to that worn by man when he dons his evening clothes, gives the smart touch.
 Pointed at front and boasting a double row of buttons and pockets as well, the feminine accessory has a thin silk back, so that the waist coat does not form a bulky pad ding beneath the tailored jacket.
 White satin is sometimes stitched in black silk to fashion the waistcoat. Pockets show flaps of vivid red moire to match the tie of the blouse. A number of the new blouses are made with waist coat bottoms in place of the iacquette band to which we have been accustomed.
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%ITTY regarded the woman
 K with wide eyes when Pres
 ton presented her to his wife.
 "I'm glad to know you," Kitty said, making a little curtsey which seemed to please Preston. It was then Kitty realized that Mrs. Pres ton was not as affable as she had hoped Preston's wife to Gbe. The elder woman regarded her with cold eyes, and in a voice which was altogether colorless Mrs. Pres ton suggested that they be seated.
 Preston led the two women into the restaurant and selected a com fortable little corner where they could see the passing motor cars through the window. Outside the air was balmy and there was the scent of Spring in the streets which defed even the deadening effects of the myriad motor exhausts.
 Kitty watched Preston as he ordered. And she thought she saw his exuberance of early evening slowly disappearing. D.. "Did you enjoy the club meet ing?" Preston asked, turning to his wife, who was soberly silent.
 Ut was splendid," she replied, jelly. "And the play?"
 [ @Marlowe was at her Lest, dear. I regret that you could not have come along" ; Mrs. Preston shrugged. ': "Theatres bore me. I'd rather read than see Shakespeare. Are you fond of the theatre, Miss
 "Martin," Kitty supplied. "Yes; . I'm very fond of good plays. I've : not had the opportunity of seeing Shakespeare before until MT. Preston was kind enough to invite me"
 They chatted on until Mrs. Preston reminded her husband they would have to hasten if they were to make their train. Preston suggested that they drop Kitty at ' her home and continue uptown , again to the station. "Indeed, mo-" Kitty declined. "Just leave me at the subway. l guess Pll be able to find my way home" She picked up her glass of water and held it to the light with a meaning smile which Mrs. , Preston ipnored.
 | But Preston insisted. Kitty stepped into the cab, following . Mrs. Preston. They whirled through the traffic until they were just outside the station where the train which would be carrying the Prestons to their Long Island home would be leaving in a few moments. Kitty noted the time
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Style Pointers for Summer

frocks made up of the vivid print ed silks with trimmings of the plain and usually darker silks.
 One attractive frock which illus trates the point was seen recently at a smart restaurant during lunch con. Navy blue and white flow cred silk was built into one-piece frock. There was wide panel of navy silk at front and deep cuffs and collar of the same dark ma terial in pretty contrast to the pat termed fabric of the frock itself.
 The "middy" of school-day times has been given more digni- fled place in the mode. It is fash toned of silk, satin, lace, cotton or net and worn over silk founda- tion frock which boasts pleated skirt. Pipings of the dominant color are repeated in the hip length blouse at collar, sleeve ends and land which adorns the bottom of the blouse.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15
Sofa Cushions of Enduring Beatty

OO OFA cushions have come to "a claim definite place in the N decorative scheme of most living rooms. There are special styles of cushions which are ap- propriate for the living-room couch; other cushions which find their correct appointment in the boudoir and the more durable, though. -the-less decorative cushion, which graces the porch chairs during Summer.
 Taffeta is one of the best mater ials with which to fashion cush- ions for the living-room. Variety can be effected in the shapes, col ors, trimmings and combinations of materials. Yet, from the null titude of sofa cushions we see each season, taffeta has the quality of remaining fresh and perky for a long time,
 Black taffeta is made up into a charming cushion which is beauti- ful by contrast among a group of gorgeously colorful ones. An oval foundation is an attractive shape for the black pillow. Crisp taffeta is shirred in corded rows over the surface of the foundation cushion. Black lace, or any of the metal laces from gold to copper, can be stitched to the edge as a finishing trimming, or the pillow can remain entirely black, showing a wide ruff
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"Mrs. Preston was not as af. fable as Kitty had hoped. The elder woman regarded her with cold eyes"
 really rather not have you miss your train. Little Janet will be waiting for you, even though she may have been put to bed early"
 "You know of Janet?" Mrs. Preston remarked, regarding the girl with a look of arrogant sur prise. /
 q know her as we'll as if I'd met her," Kitty smiled. "Mr. Preston tells me of Janet very often."
 "Yes," Preston agreed. "I'd be up tree for ideas many times if it were not for my darling daugh- ter. She's adorable, Katherine. You simply must come out and get acquainted with her."
 "I'd love that" Kitty replied, hoping for an invitation from Mrs. Preston. But the woman was al- ready alighting from the cab and calling her husbands attention to the clock.
 "Good-by," he called to Kitty, after he had given Kitty's address and some bills to the chauffeur. Until tomorrow, my fair lady. But be on time. We'll have to finish the picture by early after noon."
 Kitty waved to him through the closed door as he hastily caught up to Mrs. Preston. Then she settled back into a haze of specu- lation. What was it all about? Where was this strange friendship leading her? She wondered. And as she thought, there came before
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delightfulIy co!

T HOSE QellgnIIully cOOllHS
 printed silks are features of
 the Summer mode. We do not speculate longer on their popu- larity, for they have proven them :, selves charming Summer additions to the wardrobe.
 The one-piece frock remains in vogue, although there is the pres ence of the two-piece tailored frock which does its best to appear as a one-piece frock. Straight lines, ex- cept in evening apparel, where one is privileged to indulge ones tcste for the most bizarre and fantastic modes, are the rule.
 Lace lays claim to a new well come, this time being combined in artistic ways with crisp organ die, taffeta or crepe silks. Medal lions of handmade lace are stitch ed to dark frocks where they serve as the sole trimming.
 !. Speaking of those summery printed silks, reminds one of the unusual twist which their vogue 3 has given to frocks. For several Y seasons we have had our frocks fashioned of dark silk, touched with bits of printed or colorful ' trimming. Now, with the ava : lanche of prints which has descend . ed upon us, we are having our
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15
HEAR MRS. WILSON:

My new home is about com pleted, and cannot decide how to drape my French doors. I have two double French doors, one on each side of an immense fireplace. My woodwork is a pretty ivory. I do not like net.
 Is it possible for me to use side draperies and valance and at the same time use my doors during the Summer months without interfer- ing with the draperies?
 MRS. H. B. A.
 The side draperies and valance you suggest are not good style for the French doors as they interfere with the movement. Since you do not care for net why not consider the curtain material for lace? One can find the new cross lace in many yellow. blue or violet in their de- sign. There is another sheer fabric for draping the doors which Is known as gauge. This can be pur- chased in any color in silk or cot ton. Shir the fabric on rods at top your doors, allowing the woodwork to show. This, I believe, you will find the most pleasing style for the French door. Adorn all doors in the same room with fabric of iden- tical color and pattern and you will facts you have written regarding your new home feel privileged to add line of congratulation on your own splendid taste in decorating.
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Bed Spreads

THE old-fashioned candlewick
 \ bedspread of grandmother's day has come back to decorate our simple boudoirs. For the small bedroom there seems no more eff fective style, both in design and coloring, than the candlewick spreads of unbleached muslin which show designs either in blue, rose, yellow or violet.
 These spreads are very simple to make, requiring only enough material to cover the bed. Meas ure the length of your bed and double or triple this number of yards according to the width.
 Stamp the unbleached muslin with a design. This should be as simple as possible. Many of the new transfer patterns are mad~ especially for the candlewjcS spread, allowing the dots far apart so that the heavy cording can be easily worked.
 OraW H4e CahuIeWlck cora through the dot from the top slu3, bring in back through the material and clip off close to the bottom. After the spread has been used a little these unfastened stitches will have their ioose ends spread into attractive little mops, which form the raised design over the coverlet.
 For Summer embroidery which requires no tedious stitchery the candlewick spread offers a host of possibilities for originality and lends an excellent opportunity for the beginner to try her skill.
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fle of the taffeta around it's cir conference.
 Where one prefers pillows of more enduring beauty, particularly where the living-room couch is apt to receive much wear, the cushions can be covered in wash fabrics which are guaranteed not to fade.
 These covers are made like slips with buttons sewed on the undec- orated side so that they may be readily removed and rubbed when soiled.
 Another excellent suggestion, which comes from a well-known decorator, is to select a good qual- ity oilcloth in any of the vivid shades in which this enduring fabric can now be had. The fabric
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comes in dull finish, in any color, in patterned designs or in the pol ished finish which looks like patent leather.
 Covers of this sturdy painted fabric can be made for the porch cushions as we'll as for those which adorn the living-room couch. Stencilled designs in scarlet on black cushion add a touch of liven- ing color to a drab corner. A green or blue design on a yellow cushion, black and violet patterns on cushion of old blue, are lovely combinations. One can paint these designs in washable colors and the cushions can be washed with a damp cloth without having to re- move the covers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15

can pc ClgnLly Irlzzeu and then caught up with a high comb. To frizz the hair, curl it tightly, then comb it out. Next, hold the ends of the hair tightly with one hand while run ming the comb through it towards the scalp instead of away from it as is ordi- nariiy done when combing the hair.
 When the hair has grown out four or five inches, it can be easily rolled up and held in place with one of the new, low combs. The hair should be arranged in front and on the sides in the desired style. Then the back hair is rolled up and the ends tucked in. The comb not only covers the "tucking ih, but it will hold the hair in place more securely than hairpins.
 One very charming film actress, has hit upon a per- fectly adorable way of ar- ranging her hair. It is parted on the side and mar celled so that it falls strai are curled so that they mak, These curls are quite low.
 the neck and cover the ears ' If one desires to, have a
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pair of antique candle-sticks or a pottery bowl of antique value are other suggestions.
 One needs only to walk through the shops to find a gift that is new.
 A Paisley shawl, perhaps a cherished bit of finery borrowed from mother or grandmother could be given for the gift that has been worn.
 Then there are any number of lingerie accessories which comply with the specification of "blue."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15
Something Old, Something New

TT is traditional that the bride re-
 ceive four different kinds of
 presents if her future happiness . be insured.
 Something old, something new, something worn and something blue" is the saying. But what shall we give the bride which will meet these specifications?
 A lovely old print for the living room wall is a splendid gift to meet the first requirement.. A
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lgner neaddreSs than this, curlS can be put in~so that they resemble; the puffs of ten or twelve years ago. For evening wear these puffs can be held in place with small, jew eled hairpins. The jeweled hair pins are lovely, especially for the young miss, as they are more dainty and youthful than the in- posing array of stones in elaborate combs.
 For the girl who had really long hair before it was shofn, there are number of ways in which this hair can be used to help disguise the transition stage of the bob. It may be made into twists that Are coiled about the head or into braids that may be used in the same man. ner.
 : Or the hair can be made into side puffs which are easily pinned to the short hair, thus making ar rangement of the sides of the coif- fure very simple. The making up of these side puffs is inexpensive. In having hair made into switches, you will find that more can be done with several small ones than with one that is large and heavy,
 Don't forget that brushing the hair every night after masssging warm vaseline into it will aid greatly in hastening it's growth. If this is done, do not use a great deal of the, vaseline. A very small amount, if used every night, will be sufficient. If you attempt to use a lot you won't be able to find your. hair. It will be all Yaseline.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15
The Bulletin Board
 
By Mary D. Wilson. \ EAR MRS. WILSON:

A
 I have saved number of O flour sacks thinking there was possibly some way to get the printed letters out of them so they could be used for different pur- poses. I have been unable tO find a way to do this and wondered if you could help me in this regard? ?
 MRS. CHAS. c. D.
 Boil the flour sacks in a solution of washing soda and water. Add about cup of soda to a gallon of cold water. Place the sacks in the cold solution and allow 1t to come to a& slow, boil. Boil twenty to twenty-five minutes. Rinse we'll and hang in the air to dry. If the first washing does not remove the ink repeat the process several times. Soda will remove this stain in time.
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HEAR MRS. WILSON:

I accidentally set a warm iron over newspaper on top of my pol ished table. 1 cannot remove the white spot or the newspaper. Can you tell me some way to do this? MRS. L. c. w.
 Go over the spot with alcohol. Scrape off the wet paper with 8 blunt knife. Cover the white spot several times with the alcohol and allow 1t to remain a few moments before wiping dry. Several treat ments of this kind will remove the white stain entirely.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-15
By Virginia Lynch Maxwell

and placed a detaining hand on Preston's shoulder as he leaned forward to instruct the chauffeur to proceed.
 "Please, no," she begged. "I'd