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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
NANCY PAGE
Shower Gifts May Make
Bridge Guest Prize
By FLORENCE IA GAME.

Frances was to be married early in
March. She had grown up in the small
town and knew nearly every one. But
the man she was marrying was taking
her to large city, where she would
be almost complete stranger.
One of her friends planned a party
which. she said, was to show her how
she would be entertained in her new
home. "They will make you a guest
OF honor, you know. So I am giving
party at which you are the guest of
honor and I am inviting in number
OF my friends to meet you. We will
all pretend you are stranger to lis,
and We will be on our best behavior, ac-
cordingly." Frances and the rirlS smiled
at the ingenious idea. But the girls had
double smile, because they knew the
party would be a shower.
The hostess had asked the girls to
give small gifts and to send them to
her before the shower. Under no cir
cumstanceS were they to bring them on
the day of the party.
According, they came empty-handed,
and any lurking ideas that Frances
may have had were dispelled. Surely,
this was no shower.
The girls were introduced to the
newcomer" and acted with a mock
stiffness and new-acquaintance atti-
tude.
The bridge tables were brought out.
When it was time for the prizes, there
were the usual first and second prize
packages and then the guest prize. 1t
was put before Frances as a matter of
course. When she opened the big box
and saw all those small packages, she
was truly surprised and from that time
on all pretense of new acquaintanceship
among the old friends was dropped.
They talked and laughed, with never
pause.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

SAITH are good materials TO favor. Re.
strained piping of color or gold or sill.
YER on black is excellent. Leas:rr band.
ings on antelope shoes in fancy pat
terms, both in black and such dark
colorS as green, blue and maroon, are
good. But If a colored shoe is worn IL
must match the costume perfectly.
For early Spring wear, there is o
penchant for matching shoes, bags and
berets in a figured material the back.
ground of which is like the frock or
suit worn. A rich lowered material
with green's, pale blue and pink on q
bright yellow background would be con-
sidered lovely with plain yellow or o
plain green dress.
One of these sets is an aIl-over de-
sign in three delicate blues against the
new pastel white that is rich without
being too dark. The pipings are the
darker blue, and the beret and bag have
the same sleek beauty of the pumps.
These pipings are of suede, and the
shoe set is tailored with impeccable
workmanship.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
PERSONAL HEALTH SERVICE
BY WILLIAM BRADY, NJ. d.

actually the matter, then you must. be
rather dumb to guess about it-you
ought to consult a physician.
There is a type of brachial neuritis
that occurs in drivers of closed cars.
This form of brachial neuritis is always
on the left side, the side next the open
window, so the French physicians as
sure u.s. They describe it as "sciatica"
of the shoulder Mine developed our
old timers will be delighted to learn,
Immediately after drive of several days
cross country. I had the window on the
left open most of the time When the
wind was too strong, that window was
closed and the window on the right was
open. Did I take cold in the brachial
plexus? l suppose the old timers will
feel positive 1 did. But 1 don't believe
any kind of neuritis is ever caused by
cold. At the very best the evidence in
all such cases seems to me just about as
unconvincing as it is in my own case
How come I didn't get it on the left
side, where our French colleagues say
it invariably occurs?
(Copyright, l931)
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

he could not afford to retain a position
of that kind. The heavy pull on his
personal finances would not permit it.
One hears in Washington that Frank
B. Kelloggs stay of about one year in
London as American Ambassador cost
him personally something like $4,000.
And it is also said that Myron Herr1ck's
Aay in Paris as Ambassador cost him
more than a million dollars out of his
own pocket.
Many and varied are the demands on
an Ambassador. There are flowers that
must be sent on every conceivable occa-
sion. There are tips that must be hand
ed out generously. And there are innu-
merab,e calls for expenditures on the
part of the American Ambassador or
Minister which he simply must make or
be listed among his colleagues as what
Senator George Moses. former Minister
to Greece and Montenegro, chooses to
call "a curmudgeon."
Take it from those who know, this
desire to keep from being listed cur
mudgeon" is difficult at times. For the
others have SO much more to spend.
Take, fer instance. Charles Dawes,
Ambassador to London. He gets a sal
airy Of s17,500, an expense account of
$4,000 and house to live in Sir Ron
aid Lindsay, Great Britain's Ambas
sador to Washington. gets a salary Of
Sl2, l66. an expense account CT $685. 98
and a million-dcllar house to live in.
Walter Edge, American Ambassador
to France. gets the same as Dawes Paul
Claudel. Frances Ambassador to Wash
ington, gets salary Of $4,000, $1,000
for expenses and house 20 live in.
And there's John Garrett at Rene.
His salary is s17.500. His expense ac-
count is only half that Of Dawes and
Edge. He is allowed So 900 annually for
house rent. Giacomo de MARITIME, Italy's
Ambassador to Washington, receives a
salary of $4,000, an expense account CT
S54 900 and house free.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
Revival of Rickrack Braid
BY MARY MARSHALL.

on collar, belt, cuffs, pockets, etc., and
may be of matching or contrasting
color. Used in this way, 1t is usually
zigzag effect is lost. Sometimes 1t is
used to form band effects, two or
three or even more strips of the braid
being used at regular intervals.
The braid should first be baSted
carefully in position, care being taken
to ease it on a little so that If it
Shrinks when the dress is washed or
cleaned the braid will still lie fiat After
the baSting is done the braid may be
sewed on by machine or applied with
blindstitching.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
Fancy Shoes for Spring

Materially speaking, shoes for Spring
promise to be promiscuous in their
range Of fabric.
Shoes will be made of everything
from lace straw to leather and in as
many colorS as there are costumes. For
new shoes are definitely designed in cut,
fabric and trim to complement Spring
styles.
The fabric shoe is apt to be figured
and to take q bag. and even a cute
turban beret to match it up. Made of
soft kid, they may be any of the pastel
shades. For actual sports shoes, white
buckskin with dark-colored leather is
the thing. For street wear, the new
oxford pumps use all imaginable shades
of brown, black, green, blue and purple
leather and a few reptile feathers for
trim or the main shoe itself
II pumps can be worn, they are the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
Sweet Potato Delight.

To six cupfuls of cooked and mashed
sweet potatoes add one cupful of cream
and half a cupful of butter. Separate
four eggs and add the beaten yolks,
and salt to taste. Beat to a fluffy con-
siStency. If the potatoes do not seem
sweet enough, add brown sugar to taste
Fold in the egg whites beaten stiff, and
one cupful of broken nut meats. Pile
roughly into a buttered baking dish
and bake for 20 minutes in moderate
oven. This will serve IL persons and is
delicious with ham.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

ultimate Of chic. Brown pumps lead
the fashion parade, with blacks second.
Then come the colors.
After the pumps, there are low ties
and some strapped slippers, though the
straps are fewer in number then they
have been before.
Toe caps have completely disap-
peared, even in informal footgear, and
heels are medium height. Making the
shoe of the same material, with no con-
trasting cap. has a tendency to svelt-
ness that is admirable with the sleek
new styles in dresses.
Applications of a reptile skin in a
contrasting shade, outlining tn top
line, forming a bow, making one side
of a shoe, are all good variations from
the all-over shoe Of one material.
In the afternoon shoe lists, patent
leather, antelope and a heavy street
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

NJ. Jim and I heard Dora" is the
correct form. Myself" is properly used
for emphasis or to denote the same per-
son as the subject Thus we say, Il my
self heard Dora. Gin which case my
self" is used for emphasis), but not
Myself heard Dora" In the sentence
Il dress myself" myself" is used to
denote the same person as the subject,
Il" called "refleXive useD.
Send stamped envelope for PollyS
leaflet, Il and Me and Other Pronouns."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

A COMPLEXION that eyes find clear
n and fresh--thar hngcr-tips find soft
and smooth! This is the most precious
treasure woman may have. The most
feminine of her charms!
Yet it is easy to have a lovely COM
plexion. Only the simplest care is re-
quired. Every night: first, thorough
cleansing (any good soap or cold creamy
and then a special medicated cream
that makes the skin smoother and clearer
in8hours. This beauty recipe-followed
by over 100000 enthusiastic women
will give you a fresh, hne-textured,
hawless complexion!
The cream that brings this exquisite
new beauty is Noxzema Cream. You
already know how wonderfully it heals
if you are one of the many millions
who use it regularly for sunburn and
chapped hands. Now let it beautify your
complexion-just as wondertully-just
as quickly.
Simply smooth it on at night. Enjoy
Its refreshing health odor-its dainty,
greaseless texture. Feel it soothe and
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

MENU FOR A DAY.
BREAKFAST.
Grape Juice.
Cereal with Cream.
Goldfish Cakes, Tomato Sauce.
Bran Mullins.
Coffee.
LUNCHEON.
Curried Eggs.
Wholewheat Rolls.
Celery
Orange Marmalade.
Tea.
DINNER.
Filet of Sole. Tartar Sauce.
French Fried Potatoes.
Coleslaw.
Lemon Meringue Pie.
Coffee
BRAN MUFFINS.
Two cupfuls bran, two cupfuls
-four, four teaspconfuls baking
powder, pinch of salt, one-third
cupful sugar, one egg, one-third
cupful molasses, two cupfuls milk,
generous piece of butter, melted.
Mix in order given. Egg need not
be beaten. Bake in fairly hot
oven 20 minutes or until done.
Because of the molasses the oven
can't be too hot or they will burn.
CURRIED EGGS.
Boil the eggs hard. Mold come
rice into a form resembling a
nest. Place it on the hot shelf to
keep warm. Place a teeSpoonful
chopped onion in saucepan
with tablespoonful of butter and
cook until the onion is light
yellWo. Add an even tablespoon
full cornstarch, mixed with one
half tablespoonful curry powder,
then stir in slowly one and one
half cupfuls milk Let 1t cook
until the starch is clear. add pep
per and salt ana strain it. The
sauce should BE very yellow,
smooth and not thick. Place the
eggs in the ncSt OF rice. pour the
sauce over the eggs and enough
over the rice to slightly moisten.
LEMON PIE.
One coffee cupful sugar, three
eggs. one cupful water, one table
spoonful melted butter, one heap
ing tablespoonful flour. the Juice
and a little of the rind of one
lemon. Cook first a few minutes
in a double boiler. Fill pie and
bake IS or 40 minutes. Reserve
the white of eggs and after pie is
baked beat them until stiff. Add
one tablespoonful of sugar. Spread
over the top and put in oven to
brown a light brown.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
To Remove Labels.

To remove Sticker or labels from
trunks and suitcases without injury
to the leather, place over the label
piece of wet thick blotting paper and
leave for is minutes. The label will
then come off easily, leaving no mark
on the leather.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
Special this week
75c Jar for Acc

This special offer is made
only once a year. Take adj
vantage of it! The Boudoir
Jar contains twice as much
Noxzema as the soc size.
Regularly priced at 75c-
it is offered this week for
only 49c. Don't nfssthis
big saving. Get your Jazz
today at the nearest dealer
listed. Clip coupon notV!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

SIT ,5UU was little compared 10 the
money he spent His allowance of
$4,000 as an expense account hardly
would take care Of the flowers and tips
for a year The drain on his pocket
book must have been tremendous.
We have the word of another Amer
lean AmbaSsador-John w. Davis, one
time American envoy TO London-that
the drain was positively appalling.
When Davis returned to the United
States from London, he said fatty that
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
-. makes skis, smoother, finer, clearer

soften your skin notwithstanding it
satin-smooth, delicate to the touch!
And next morning see how it has
cleared and refined the texture of your
skin-making it radiantly lovely, pleas
ing to the eye!
Noxzema corrects three skin faults.
It's bland oils soften rough, dry, scaly
skin. Its gentle astringents reduce large
pores. Its special medication heals away
pimples, blackheads or any other dis
figuring blemishes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
Dresser Covers.

To save the tops Of your bureaus
and other furniture from spots and
scratches, cut covers from white table
oilcloth to fit each one. They will not
show under the dainty top cover OF silk,
lace or other material
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

V i ) ! I II COIIlpd-
triotS.
Come on down
to Madrid" Moore
was fond of saying
to Americans he
awould meet in
Paris. We keep
open house. You
are always well
come.
The Ambassador
thought nothing Of
importing a jazz
orc h G S ira from
Paris In entertain
guests at his parties
or Of going to
other great expense
on such occasions.
Moore's salary of
- Enn .- NsAAn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19
A WASHINGTON DAYBOOK
BY HERBERT PLUMMER.

WHEN the late Alexander Moore
w represented this country as AM
bassador at the court of King
Alfonso in Madrid the American en-
bassy there was a rendezvous for his
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-02-19

Often the very simplest motifs prove
to make the most pleasing Of decora-
lions. In spite of the most sophiSti-
Gated sort of prints simple polka dot
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10

Williamstown, Mass, Aug 1o-- CUP)-Germany holds 8 growing suspicion that France intends to use the Versailles treaty as a means to check and cut off the peaceful development of Germany's s economic and social life" Dr Her bert von Beckerath, of the Univer- sity of Bonn, Germany, told the Institute of Politics today. .5,
 The Allies insistence upon the precise fulfllment by Germany of all her obligations under the treaty of Versailles, while the Allies them selves ignore their pledge under the same agreement to bring abont general disarmament" is an- other great source of irritation 10 Germany, according to von Beck erath.
 In his opinion, peace can never be established on the basis of the Versailles treaty. Germany's un- willingness to bear the entire bur den of the war guilt is an import ant factor in the determination of her behavior toward France.
 Germany perfectly recognizes the necessity of a peaceful Europ- can restoration and feels every day for more than does France what are the imminent dangers threatening the social and econ omic systems of both France and Germany" he said. "Only despair could drive the Germans to nn- other outbreak of violence" But,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10
|HEITMAN LAUDS
 DEAD CAPTAIN
Stresses Qualifications of Late John J. Mitchell
 of Truck No. }
SELECTS PALLBEARERS

Chief Henry H. Heitman, of the Waterbury fire department has is- sued the following special order in connection with the death of Captain John J. Mitchell of Truck No 9 of the East Main street sta- ton. the account of whose death appears in to-nights paper on page
 Special Orders.
 Subject: Death of Captain John J. Mitchell.
 This day. August 9, 19s1, death feacfcd out and took from the personnel of the department, Capt John I. Mitchell, of Truck Go No 2 of the East Main street station.
 Captain John J. Mitchell. in- jured in the line of duty, July 29, when he was overcome by gas and smoke fumes, was absent from his regular duties since that date.
 He had splendid qua lifications. an executive of rare distinction. obedicnt to his superiors, and a fine fireman. He had the esteem and cooperation of every man on his platoon.
 The funeral is to take place on Wednesday morning, August 12th, from his home, 90 LawIor street to St Patrick's church. It is my wish that the entire off-platoon at- tend. Captain Martin J. Campion will be in ccmmand of the funeral. with Timothy F. Morgan as his aid. Paftbeirerrs: Captains E. J. J. H. Bagley, C. H. Booth, Meutenants F. J. Finn. c. P. Bockwith and M. A. Cavanaugh. , 70 HENRY 1T. .HEITMAN.
 Department Chief.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10
TH0MASTON
V. F. w. Bake
 Attracts Many
Doc Bull Prepares Feast
 for Ex.SOldierS

The annual clambake given by the Alexander Cregorek post. Yet erans of toreign Wars, at Doe" Bulls farm in Plymouth Sunday afternoon attracted q large crowd of veterans and friends and invited guests. The bake which was served unGer the personal direction of Doe" Bull was put on In the large grove at 2 o'clock. the menu consisting of clam broth. chicken, fish. sweet and white potatoes and coffee. A .arge crowd was treated to all they could eat. one of the fea- lures of the activities was a ball game between teams captained by Michael Madden and Arthur Kel- ley, the teams battling to a tic--- 12 to l2-after eleven innings. John Fitzgerald pitched for Mad den's team while John Waters served the slants up for Kelly's team. Tho vets proved themselves 10 be some entertainers and not a dull moment was recorded during the afterhoon. They plan on sly. ing a secotd bake in the near fu- ture and invite the public to at- tend.
 Miss Bsilsy Returns tor Degree
 Miss Maud Bailey will return for second time for her second year at the Catholic School of Social Service at Washington, b. C. this fall. Nils, Bailey is a graduate of the Bostoi. university and was | member of the high school teach ing staff in Thomaston befove re- ceiying the appointment to attend the school in Washington. She will be awarded her M.C. degree at the close of 1892 class.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10
PLYMOUTH
Stevens Ready
 for 1O2nd Birthday
NeighbOrs Claim He Looks
 Like Man of 75

Edward stevens who vii cele- brate his 102nd birthday at his home on the Branch Road near the Wigman Reservoir on next Friday is enjoying perfect heallh and ia looking forward to the day. MT stevens mind is keen Tor a man of his age and really LOOKS like a man not more than ID years of age.
 Mir Stevens, now resides with his daughter, Mrs Gray who resides on the farm next to where MT Stevens was born. The house m which he was born and the one Tn which he now resides have been ln tho stevens family for over 160 years and are of real Coioniai arch lecture. ..a
 MT stevens can easily recall his boyhood days spent In the same surroundings in which he now re- sides. Although state highway now passes his home, he recal lt when the road was but an OK path with no bridges fording the streams between his home and Thomaston. He recalls when q small factory stood in a section of the feSEENDIT III WuICn HihtNhSa were made in this small building, being the first match factory In America and the beginning of the
 Diamond Match Company which now have factories in every coun- try in the world. He also remem- . bers many of the grist mills which lined the Branch Brook but are now but memories of that onco busy business.
 MT stevens has seen thls section grow from a few small buildings to q thriving town. In his youth he drove an OK cart which was used to carry wood to the Thomaston railroad station for use on the en- zines as fuel.
 The aged man Is q direct descend ant from John and Priscilla Alden of Mayhower fame and Is thought to be the oldest living descendant of this historic couple. He is a honorary member of the John and l Priscilla Alden Association, a na- | tional organization composed Of descendants of the Aldens.
 No special plans have been made
 10 observe his birthday. but he will be glad to hear from his many 1 friends, those who are unable to visit him. by sending a card. Elected Delegate
 Mss Edith Sutliffe of East Main street has been elected a delegate
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10
freely offered and sold mostly S5 to 90 cents a half-bushe1.

(Unless otherwise stated quota tions arc based on sales of eoOd nicrcha ntabIc products tO retailers at farmers market or by whole saIcrs). .
 FRUITS.
 Apples, No. Astracllan 1.26- f.75 (fcw 2.OOD bu., Duchess 1.2S- 1.5O bu., Transparent f.0D.l.2D bu., No. 2 various varieties .5O.f.0O buy shipped in .75..50 bu.; blue berries 4.00.8.OO crate; cantaloqpcs 2.5O- $50 crate; peaches, native 5.O-.75 X bh., southern f.5O-2.0O crate; pears, Clapps Eavoritc .75-.9O # bu.: oranges B.O0-B.5O box.
 VEEETABLIcS.
 Beans. lima 1.SO-i.76 bu.. shell 100. i.2S bu., snap f.Q0-1.75 bu.; bccts .25-.35 doz. bchs.; cabbage, white f.S5-t 50 bor, Savoy 50. O..0O box; cayrois .25-.sp doz. bchs.; !; celery, flats 2.35-2.SO dos, hearts f.fb-i. .25 dOz., rounds .75-f .0O dox.; corn, yellow f.25-f.5O 100 ears, white i.OO-f.2b 100 cars; cucunl- bcrs .7s-1.2b bu.; GEE plant f,7n- LOO bu.; lettuce .SO-.7h box; OnlOils .8O-. lfcw i.0O) bu.; pcppcss .75-.Sb bu.; potStocs, natftc ..eo- loo bu., shipped in 2.60-2.7S bbi.; scslIions .fS!.i0 dox. bcis.; spinach .s0-f LOO bu.; squash .tO-.7S bl,; tomptocs, No. i .4O-.7S 4 bu, No. s'iisS ipisoSufn,rRY PRODUCTS.
 Conn. eggs per dox.; Ecwlaid Fancy .46;; special .3s..l0; Estri .s5..Ss Gatiiered .32-.3b; NewIAid Medium .gB; mcdiuiiis .sO-.S8; pnl- lets .23.. ..25: western .2S-.3O; live, fowl .79..25 D., brolIers Rocks, .2S-.2S h., Reds .2Ss.27 lb., Leg. horns .fs-.28 h., dressed, fowl .27- .2B ib., brOiIcrs .s5-.lO Ib.
 LIVESTOCK and MEAT.
 Butcher stock, cuws .02-.0b lb., calves .0D-.fe h.; sSiratr, becf Il 1. .i0lb., vcN .f2..f8 h., Iairib IS. ,22 h.. pari, iDins .fg-.22 fb, pork local dressed .f2-.t5 lb.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10
SAVED
 HIS STEAMER
Excursion Boat at Pier When Motor Launch Caught Fire-Capt Cut Boat Away

Provincetown, Mass, Aug. 10.- (UP) Prompt action by the caps tain of the excursion steamer Dor othy Bradford yesterday saved the vessel from possible destruction when a small motor launch burst into flames and set fire to the town pier.
 Seeing the flames sweeping to- ward his ship, Peleg Thacher of Quincy, skipper of the excursion boat, ordered 1t cut looose and swung out into the harbor to safety. The blaze was extinguishoe by vol unteer firemen with comparatively small damage. Many of the 1400 persons waiting to board the ves- sel aided by forming bucket brig ade.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-10
WATERBURY PRODUCE
 MARKET
Furnished by cophccticut Depart
 msnt of Agrlculture--B. P.

Furnished by cophccticut Depart
 msnt of Agricuiture--B. r.
 Storrs, Local Agent. :.
 Supplies of tomatoes brought In 10 the farmers market on Meadow street were liberal, the market weak and prices mostly lower. While there were q few sales af high ss 75 cents per basket for iaae Varieties packed better than average. the bulk of No. grade sold between 50 and 60 cents, Early varieties sold late In tho morning as low as 70 cents. Sec- onds were liberal and slow selling at 25 to 35 cents per basket.
 Sweet corn was moderpte ln supply and sold early, mostly $1.2S to $I50 per 100 ears. There were q few sales of extra quality yellow as high as S1.7b.
 Good cucpmbere sold well al slightly higher prices. Peppers were liberal and sold mostly for 7B cents per bushel. Snap bearf were held for higher prices. Lima beans went mostly for t1.7b when heavy.
 Apples and potatoes were in moderate supply and sold st un- changed prices as . rule: clappt Favorite pears were . little more