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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
ABSORPTION FROM THE
 INTESTINE

! quote from Wright's Applied PhysIology":
 'srhere Is no evidence that the constituents of the digestive secre- tons or the products Of normal dl~ gestlon produce poisonous effects; nor is there strong evidence, in spite of widely held views to the contrary, that Q high protein diet is harmful no experimental evidence that 6 high protein diet damages the kid. fieyB The fecal bacteria are ex- trernely numerous, forming 40 per cent Of tho total nitrogen of the SeceS. They grow chiefly in the ter- minal ileurn Cthat iS tho lowest DOT. ton of the small inteStine) and in tho ascending colon (the cecum or first portion of large iiiteStine), where tho feces are liquid enough to form Q suitable culture medium, but h the distal colon, owing to drys ing Vp of the 9eces, most Of the ore ganisglls die. The intestinal fora are fairiy constant ill makesup, and are prObably useful to the host In keeps Ing out harmful bacteria which would otherwise gain . foothold. None of the organisms found in the aiimentary tract forms any toxins; few of them undergo dissolution to ilberato Ondotoxlns. Furthermore, toxic absorption can occur much more readily from fluid fOceS than from dried hard material. It seems probable that excessive purgation, by keeping the feces fluid, may Do more harmful than the constipation for which 1t serves as treatment
 As ponlted out in earlier articles, mineral oil, SO much Ased aS an "ln- testinal lubricant" Actually has no such effect but prevents absorption of water from the feces in the first portion Of the large intestine and hence keeps the feceB fluid or liquid, instead of SeEni-soiid or formed.
 According to starling's Human Physiology" (ie36)
 "As on absorbing organ the large intestine of man is of little impor- tance Tn some eases after the inc troductlon Of large eneinata Into the large intestine, certain amount may escape backwards Into the H. cum (lowegt portion of small intes- tine) and may there undergo ab- sorptlon. The isolated large intes- tine of man Is able to absorb only about 6 grammes (heaping teaspoon fil) of glucose and 80 co. (about two and one.half ounces) of water per hour. If egg albumin or easeinogeil (cllief protein of miik) solutions be introduced in by the rectum, no ob. sorption can be detected after sev- eral hours. Feeding by nutrient ene- mata is thus of little value"
 After hemorrhage, and In the state of shock (which is similar to if not identical with the condition of cir- culatlon and vitality or Inetabilsm in shock) absorption Of water from the colon is rapid and or 2 quarts of so-called normal salt solution or normal saline Approximately q rounded teaspc confsil Of common table
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

An, such refinement - she thinksl But passing plates on and on only arloy0 other guests who wonder "Who invited HER?"
 It's correct to be guided by the host, who indicates which plate is whose. Usually the woman on his right Is served first. If you are helping yourself to c dish near you, you might offer it to the per- son next you = but no elaborate passingl
 Sure of such points-which are 90 easily learned-you can make such 0 charming impression. At the start of the meal, you let your partner pull out your chair for you. At the end, you leave your chAlr as 1t is - not awkwardly pushing 1t back in place.
 You don't leave unpleasant pic. lures in peoples minds biting into whole piece of bread, eating sticky iced cake with your fingers. You break the bread as you eat 1t, use a fork with iced cake. And chicken bones? How to eat aspara- gus canapes2
 Our 32-page booklet tells how to cat these and other foods. Describes correct use of silver, when to use fingers; gives dinner etiquette for hostess and guest = course by course. Explains what to do ct teas, buffet parties, restaurants, clubs
 Send 10c in coin for your copy of Good Table Manners" to Wa. ,terbury Democrat, Home Service, 636 Sixth Ave, New York, ". Y. Be sure to write plainly your name, address, and the name pf booklet.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
. MeKENNEY's BRIDGE QUIZ
Pay safe Is Best Rule on Your Honor Combinations
BY WILLIAM 2. AGcKENNRY AmerIca's Card Authority

One of the big problems even for the better bridge player is how to handle honor combinations. To- days hand shows an honor ccEl- bination play that few players really understand. Read 1t over carefully and then try t on your future plays.
 On winning the first trick with the ace, declarer cashed three top truEnps. Then he led a low spade to the ace and returned Q spade from dummy. When East played low, declarer figured, ''If East had the king, he would not dare hold it lp against our slam contract. Therefore West has the king" r.
 So South played the nine, and the defense won two spade tricks. tricks. Declarer had underegtimated the iron nerve of the East player.
 Now 1t must be admitted that the spade holding offers only a guess as to the, saYest method of develop nent. If East has both king and jack, this declarer's actual play would be best. If West held both honors, his play would lose at once,
 Tn this dilemma, expert players prefer to develop the suit in one standard way whenever it appears so as to- avoid being 'wfipsawedt 2 by wrong gsleSses. The play has . 75 per cent chance to lose only one trick. and taking the 2s per cen risk is better Id the long run than tFYal1g tQ oiaAaaeaa the ear6a,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
WOMAN,S REALM E
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.1t3snav neen strango but it's true: xoW is the tistie to think about va- cations. 8
 m recent years America had been taking more winter holidays. NOt only Park Avenue n1atronB, but Des NOines career women, Boston housewives, New York shop girls everybody's been discovering that the winter playground is one Of the worlds best beauty-bInldefs. More over, hudget-bound women have learned It's possible to have c brief 'breather' in the dead Of winter as well as in summer, If both are Iriodestly planned.
 A few weeks ago American play. grounds were prepared for Q record season. Then, war ASd-who knowss However, Miami and Palm Beach report that though season reserva- tlons gre slow, reservations for short periods are flooding in. 1t makes sense; people are planning slaort iaunts and maybe several, not~oElly despite the war, but indeed because of It.
 A1GeE @ll, 8u x1upOGpaHb 0ugy AUk any citizen is to be tft and chipper. It's the root of morale.
 DON'T FORGET
 YOUR BEAUTY KIT
 And don't forget your beauty aids, either, There are plenty ck them available ct many price levels. If you're south and going further south, consider 6 kit with beach ess sentials; salt water cold cream and another rich llnguent, skin lotion and foundation cream, all done up In paatel blue draw.string- aclEage with white trimming.
 if it's snow and Ice you plan to enjoy, you can use Q companion kit offered by the same reliable house. Or you can get your prep- arations and tuck them into any little bag or box. one boon to slSiers iS 0 foundation lipstack and sun tan conceded especially for keeping face and lips smooth in lowsmercury clements. The llpBtick has an antlseptlc ingredient to sooth already-cracked and chapped lips and prevent infection.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
ROUND.THE.HOUSE MODE IS YOUNG
PATTERN l0e

Claire Tilden knows you love a gay home frock-She knows you're on limited budgetl Pattern 4o2 solves both problems in Q jif7y-and Is quickly stitched up, too. See the easy-to-get-into front buttoning, the unusual square yokeI Just enough pretty fullnesS over the bust Is gathered into the yoke and the curved waistband. Make them both of different fabric, as shown in the smaller view, if you like color con- trast. The bands on the two optional pouch-pockets may be made Of con- trast, too, or edged with colorflil beading together with the yoke and the short sleeves. Why not plan one version in 8 big coin-dot print for rolind-theshouSe wear? You1l like its easy charm and easy sewing, with the Illustrated Sewing Guide to help you. (Notice how the back Is cut in two main sections only) Try another frock in a spun rayon or soft cotton, using delicate color contrast t-plSik and blue will flatter your complexion, young or old. Use the long sleeve if you like, especially for street wear. Here's a frock that's differentl
 Pattern 4e2 is cut in misses and wCrnen's sizes l2, IA. IS, IS. 20, 90, 32. 34, 36. S8 and 40. Sizes l6 requires 3 l-4 yards S5 inch fabric and 3 1-S yards edging.
 Send FIFTEEN CENTS (15c) in coins for this pattern. WRITE CLEARLY SIZE, NAME, ADDRESS AND STYLE NUMBER.
 Send orders to Waterbury Demo- cfat, Pattern Departmenk 70 Fifth Avenue. Nov York, N. Y.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
MODERN MENUS
Extra Sweets Are Treats.
 For a Feast

solved end mixture bolls, washing down sides of pan occasionally with wet cloth. Cover and boil 8 to { minutes. Uncover and cook without stirring, until . small amount of syrup forms . hard ball in cold water (270 degrees F.). Add HI1oiasses and butter and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until 6 small amount Of syrup becomes brittle in cold water (2D0 degrees F.) Remove from fire. When bubbling ceases, add chocolate and vanilla and blend. Pour over popcorn and mix well. Roll lightly with but- tered hands into 2-inch balls.
 COC0NUT CREAMS (UncoOked)
 (Nfakes 2 1.2 D0zen)
 One tablespoon butter, 3 Ia cups slfted confectionery sugar, 1 egg Ia teaspoon vanilla, l can moist, sWeetened cocoiiut. Cream butter until soft: add 1 cup sugar gradually. Add egg and beat until light and fiuffy. Beat in remaining i i.2 cups sugar, vanilla, and coconut, and continue beating until mixture Is smooth and creamy. shape into balls, i-inch in diameter. Dust with confectioners sugar or roll in additional coconut.
 MONDAYS MENU
 BREAKFAST: Pineapple and
 lime juice, boiled eggs, oatmeal
 mullins, coffee, milk.
 LUNCHEON: Spanish omelet,
 whole-wheat toast, stewed pears
 tea, milk.
 SPECIAL CHRISTMAS DIN-
 NEE: Grapefruit and tangerine
 cup, roast chicken, herb stuffing candied sweet potatoes, peas
 with mint, Parker House rolls,
 vaocado salad, Southern Christi
 mas pudding, custard sauce, nuts and raisins, coffee, milk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
BY MRS. GAYN0R MADDOX NEA Service stan Writer

NEA Service stan Writer
 A southern Christmas pudding vii wind up your dinner on Q slightly different note. Popcorn, 2av- ored with chocolate, passed in bowls ls an oldtirae Christmas sweet, along with candied ginger and old-fash- toned peppermints.
 SOUTHERN CHRISTMAS
 PUDDING
 (serves ( to 0)
 One-half cup raiSinS, grated rlnd of orange, l teaspoon lemon juice, 1-4 cup rum, or non-alcohollc rum flavoring, l-4 cup sherry or white grape juice, 1 egg white, Ia cup sugar, i.4 teaspoon salt, 1 small sponge cake.
 Put raisins, orange rind, lemon juice, rum Aavorlng, and wine or grape juice in bowl. Cover and let stand overnight. Salt and beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Add sugar by tablespoonfils, beat- ing until sugar is dissolved. Fold in fruit mixture. Slice sponge cake and cover bottom of pudding dish. Pile meringue on top of vcake. Bake in moderate oven, $50 degrees F. for 26 minutes, Serve with custard sauce made from yolkS of eggs and favored with sherry or lemon juice.
 CHOCOLATE POPCORN BALLS
 (Nfakes 20 Popcorn Balls)
 One and one-ha1f cups sugar, 2-3 cup water, 1.3 cup light corn syrup, l-S cup rlolasseS, 3 tablespoons butter, 3 squares uiisweetened chocolate, melted; teaspoon va- nilla, { quarts popcorn, warmed and salted.
 Combine sugar, water and corn syrup. Place over low flame and stir constantly until sugar Is dis-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

WroWS away the potatoes left from one meal instead of serving them incognito at the next. When she poalrs the vlta~ rnin-ricll juice of of canned vege- tables, and when she T1isuSes her electrical eQulp- nnent-so that it doesn't last as long as 1t should or give the best
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
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no year will these bedroom slippers with the Mouse decoration Each mouse has long ears and black decoration TOT very practical bedroom slippers for little boy girl
 ruyarn for these slippers The soles are also skeis of bue brown and skn of Sastng White Is effective for the contrast coo
 lprss that pairs them for children and for gifts
 TO crocheng Chdrens Bedroom Slippers paen 52l8) 10 cents in COIN YOUR NAME PATTERN NUMBER Cabot The Waterbury Democrat Avenue. New York City,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

church parties, attending the meet- ings of women'S "uplift" clubs, and knitting sweaters for other peoples children.
 But, Mrs. Jones leads c cluttered life and her family suffers for 1t. Simply because she has never stopped to figure out that If she is to manage the big things of life competently, she must be able to say "No" to some of the little things.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

college professor set h world figuring popularity and persuasvene lot of people have been tng they've fallen Not hard to find where but getting the problem Ore to
 composite picture of all friends including their best traits
 follow their Is merely mmcy first? Just keep at long enough and the mlcry Wfn become second nature CAROLINE CHATFIELD.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

given Eldlculng people nearly always raOnaxo
 rushing in to is of humOr that hays us Oh yeah We'll butt fun making isn't inter- humOr The only thing he interested in Is keeping There's only thin line of bitterness ue and Do indulge in sarcasm when uperOrs Maybe they can't comeback the sarcastic but they dislike you deeply you cut them.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

The standard play is to double finesse against the two honors. That is, lead the queen or nine and let 1t ride if not covered. Then later finesss against the remaining ad- verse honor, if necessary. The play of the queen is better than the play ef the nine, heeanse # East has a singleton pack. dsclarer wiil then win ail. f0ut spade tricks, whereas the fall ck khn kinn blank would not zIsaa kasif
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

Does your consA trying your strong will think the implications telling them that have better Judgment better taste experience utterly ruthless imposing these sperortp them The dorneerng conced critical and cruel and that's not bad combination of odous a would be hard 4o think
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

Then, there is Mrs. Brown who gets 50 upset and unhappy over the little disappointmentS and annoy- ances of everyday llvHlg that she never finds time to lean back for Q moment ana enjoy the good things
 When those women start waging when they come. Y war against waste, they ought to start the campaign with their per- sonal lives.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
Ho1c TO Keep Well
By DR. WILLIAM BRADY, MD.

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
Household Hints
fWOmen'S Most WaSteful Habit Is ''Frittering" Time
 AsH >@AA THAT'S WHY FEW "GET THINGS DONE" LIKE NEN+ x
THAT'S WHY FEW
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ny RUTH NEHExRTT

ssWags war against waste.s. the government urges housewives.
 The government. of course, is talking about the Kind os waste that occurs when Mrs, Jonee
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

salt to the pint of boiled water) may Do given by enema and retained, and the most of it will be absorbed to re- store volume to the blood.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
CLUTTERED LIVES MAKES THE HOME SUFFER

Miss smith, for instance. has the brains and the ability to take her further than she has managed to 10 in the business world, The req son she hasn't done as well aS she might is because she spends so much time on the unimportant details of her job, that she hasn't enough time for what Is really important.
 In her place, Q man would figure out some way to get soTneone else to worry about the details-or else make quick work of them, himself.
 Mrs. Jones' main job right now is seeing to the needs of her hus- band and growing children, putting them first.
 She should use whatever time is left over, or that she can save by careful managing, for helping at
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

RUTH MILLETT service.
 There is another kind os waste that women should start to wage war against, and that is waste of them- selves, Women are great hands to ignore the principle of "frst things 'This is important, but that isn't" first" It's hard for them to say and devote all their energies to the job that is important ct the mo- ment.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
 Nervous Breakdown

Young woman suffered nervous breakdown three years ago. RhyalcaI examination then revealed no organ ic trouble. But she has never felt really well since. Occasionally has attacks of Tnigraine. She finds 1t dif- flcult to tell her troubles even to members of her family {. Would it De wise for her to marry? She is twenty-six. Her prospective husband IS 28 and quite well. Could she bear haithy normal children? (F. R. P.)
 Answer-"N Nervous breakdown" has no specific meaning 1.-the term may cover irnumerabIe physical impair- ments and perhaps sometimes men- tal disease. Wisest course, for future happiness of both. would be for the prospective husband to go with his prospective wife to a godo physician one or both may know and ask hls advice about marriage. This Is the solution of the question Of fitness for marriage and raising 8 family in every case. A physician who knows something of the family history is always better qualified to advise about the question of hsredity.
 NaiIs Inapeovsd
 Several months ago began taking B complex and D to supplement my diet as you commended, for thin. splitting, ridged malls that seemed to grow poorly and gave me much ax- noyance and embarrassment. Nov. about seven months later, uYito to express my gratitude for your advice. My nails are perfect, and my general health has improved remarkably too.
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 Answer-AErs. L.. supplemented her regular diet with q daily ration nR B complex $500 units of Bl. etoJ and l5oO units of D. Insufncient. daily intake of these essential vitamins is 3 common eause oE rldeed. brittle. spooned, thin, poorly growing nnil1.- malnutEitlcn.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
S&us&Isins

Are You Sure of
 Table Etiquette? !?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20

of tho sensitive sort who always agnes there was
 remakp forever getting feel- sukng while plan to 1t suffer all right but pain is greater than hO and take the oo
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-12-20
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Evening star., 1941-05-18
AMAZING new INGREDIENT CUTS
CLEANING TIME IN HALF

IERE'S a new Developments of science
L L that puts an end to the cleaning
irudgery that every woman detests and
breads. A development that lightens the
burden of housecleaning in a way that
amazes all who try it.
1t represents a new, safe, SUPER
SPEED type of household cleanser, per-
fected by Old Dutch scientists. Contains a
miraculous new grease-dissoiving agent
and does these surprising things
U) 1t cleans 50& faster than the fa-
nous Old Dutch Cleanser that has been
Americas favorite for years! Puts an
end to hard securing and elbow-fag-
cuts cleaning time in half.
Evening star., 1941-05-18

(23 The new ingredient in Improved
Old Dutch dissolves grease almost like
magic - gives doubie-dcfioa cleaning!
You'll be amazed how easily sinks,
stoves, bathtubs come sparkling clean!
t3) New Improved Old Dutch is safety
itself for porcelain, metal and painted
surfaces. 1t DOESN'T SCRATCH-be-
cause made with safe, fiaky Seismotite!
Is really kind to hands. And it's economi-
cal, too-a little goes SO far!
So, say goodbye forever to back
breaking labor and securing. Switch to
new s0& faster Old Dutch Cleanser and
you'll never go back to less modern
ways. Ask for it today.
Evening star., 1941-05-18

the girl whose too-narrow face needs
foreshortening. If that is you, wear a
choker necklace or close-fitting null
tiple strands of beads. In either type of
necklace, pick round-shaped or curv-
ing details for their softening effect.
Wear round or curving earrings. These
help to soften sharp contours and
build out width of face Use clips or
pins in pairs, and place them for we'll
calculated width near the shoulder
seams of high round, square, or
bateaus shaped neckline. Or stick an
ornament in the notch Of each lapel.
If your face is a perfect oval, and
your neck is a lovely slender column
you can use jewelry to show both to
better advantage. A short oval neck
lace makes perfect frame for such
face and neck. Earrings in all of their
Evening star., 1941-05-18

- - Dies or precious gems, 10 ddd
to her beauty. Yet, what many women
overlook is the fact that jewelry, by
virtue of its dominant color, metallic
splendor. or striking design. creates
powerful lines which affect the proper
tions of face and figure.
So, knowing this, why not make
your pretty ornaments do double duty
add sparkle, color or dash to your
appearance, yet, if need be, also i'm
prove outlines? For direction, let us
consult with an expert, woman who
not only teaches such principles as we
need to know. but who co-plots with
students who want to better their own
appearance. She is Doris Unsworth
Dana of New York University, who
starts us off with some primary rules
First, each ornament you wear
should be considered primarily in rela
ton to your figure; second, as device
for idealizing the shape of your face.
If, for instance, you have the petite
type of figure. choose jewelry that is
small-sized, dainty and even fragile
looking, says Mrs. Dana. But, on the
other hand, if you have impressive
size or height, choose the more mas
sive, heavy or chunky ornaments.
Where your size falls in between these
two extremes, keep the size of your
jewelry scaled to your proportions.
Now let us see what structural lines
we need for idealizing face. Where
a face is too full, for example, neck
lace, clip or pin can create the
illusion of more pleasing oval. The
kind of necklace that achieves this is
one that drops in longish oval. or one
weighted with a pendant, medallion or
other decorative device to make a
long V below the face. For pin or a