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Evening star., 1947-12-05

pamphlets, guide books and sales
catalogues, maps, sheet music, song
books, almanacs, record catalogues,
fashion pamphlets and report OF all
sorts. Hundreds OF books, including
old and new fiction, sell at 5 cents
each. Others generally sell below
25 cents. Seldom does the price
exceed so cents for any book and
very rarely hits the 81 mark. Within
the past few months a set Of "Abra-
ham Lincoln, the War Years." by
Carl Sandburg, sold for 81. two
volumes by william James went for
SO and an eight-volume World En-
cyclopedia, recently issued, was
bought for 81.
The afternoon delivery at the
Salvation Army shop, which occurs
between 2::30 and o'clock, is q
memorable event. Shortly before
that time the habitues begin to con-
gregate. When the rumble Of the
warehouse truck is heard the place
comes alive and every one present
seeks a vantage point in order to
be in a position to grab first and
best. ct is rumored that one man
knows the exact spot on which to
place his feet) The women gather
around the magazine table, the men
around the table of books.
When a carton OF books is placed
on the table all dive in Qiterally),
each concerned with finding a
worthwhile book, grabbing for
likely-looking volume with one hand
and holding his find in the other
hand. After the carton Is empty
each goes off by himself to examine
more carefully what he has selected.
Discarding those he does not wish
to keep, he returns to the table to
see what the others have brought
back and to make sure he missed
nothing.
Ninth street, between H street and
New York avenue, is the local book
browser's mecca. In that area are
Heated three secondhand book stores.
The Bargain, at 808 Ninth street,
has a large stock of used books Of
all kinds, Systematically arranged
on the shelves.
Evening star., 1947-12-05
Bv Betty Miles

Although negligent historians have
failed to record their existence, there
were undoubtedly spots where
browsers could search through heaps
of discarded stone tablets and
papyrus scrolls and find just the
editions they wanted. Their descend
ants search today In used book stalls,
willing victims of that incurable dis
ease, book hunting.
Washington prowlers for used
books have probably found their way
already to Lowdern1ilk's, David PERL
mans or The Park. They may not
have located some more out-of the
way spots where the particular
book, magazine article or old piece
of sheet music for which they're
searching may be found.
One of the most interesting and
colorful of the used book stores is
the Salvation Army Book Store,
located Temporarily, pending the
completion of the addition to their
UullQlllSJ Ill tliC d1lSy dlO1i6 i olASCC
NV, between First and Second
streets. Material collected by the
Salvation Army is taken into their
warehouse, stored for resale accord
ing to condition, and any book,
periodical, pamphlet, scrapbook,
guide book or printed matter which
is thought to be salable is sent to
the book store.
The prices for the books and
periodicals are amazingly low.
Magazines are generally two for 5
cents, with 10 cents set as the price
for such magazines as Fortune,
Esquire and Holiday. Pamphlets
and paper-covered books are gen.
orally sold as magazines. Sometimes
a price of 5 cents a pound is set
and your purchase is weighed-this
is the case with certain types of
printed matter and magazines,
Sorted according to title, it seems
that every magazine on the market
eventually makes its way to this
book shops stalls.
Among the miscellaneous items
to be found In this shop are art
Evening star., 1947-12-05
On Hunting for Books

This store also handles few new
books and considerable "remainders"
or books which look new but on
which the price is considerably
lower than it was when the book
was first published. George Friends
Book Shop, at e22 Ninth street. also
has large quantity Of secondhand
books which are reasonably priced.
The Central Book Shop, at 906 Ninth
street, has a notably large stock OF
used magazines and a healthy sup
ply OF books Of all types, particu-
larly hard-to-find books and pocket
books. Here one can be reasonably
sure Of getting copy of almost any
popular magazine issued within the
past year, and can find many sell
dom m-heard-of magazines as well as
special issue Of certain Of his
favorites. The magazines carried
range from adventure stories to
historical association periodicals
and technical magazines on the
most remote subjects. The list Of
magazines shows approximately 80
different titles. There is also
large stock of musical studies, Or
chestrations and musical publica-
tions, including Etude. Well over
5000 items of sheet music, both
popular and classical, are on their
shelves.
At 1927 Wisconsin avenue the
Christ Child Opportunity Shop re-
sells, for the benefit of the unfor-
tunate, the still-useful items given
to them. The Goodwill Industries
at 1918 New Hampshire avenue NV.
and the Thrift Shop at 300 Ninth
street NV. perform similar func-
tions. Occasionally sheet music can
be found at these stores, too.
Evening star., 1947-12-05
Fashion
Notes
Canes for after-dark wear are be-

Canes for after dark wear are be.
coming increasingly popular. You'll
be seeing white wool capes with
little stand-up collars that are point
ed In the back. A gold cord tassel
will tie under the collar at the front
and the tassel will hang In the back.
Plaid wool capes swinging from
smooth-fltted shoulder yokes will
also be seen. Usually as COM
panion piece to the plaid jacket ana
a solid colored skirt.
From st. Louis, q leading shoe
manufacturing center, comes word
that holiday dance floors will twin.
kle with new shoe styles. Gold.
silver, satin and heavily embroid-
cred brocades are the most popular
for holiday wear. The "dress-up"
picture isn't complete unless it is .
"tip-to-toe" affair. Frills, furbelows,
big bows and buckles are passe.
Material, color and careful crafts
manship are what count this sea-
Eleanor Steber, who will appear
in concert at Constitution Hall this
Sunday afternoon, claims that BY
Evening star., 1947-12-05

Cute Dummies embroidered on a
baby sacque,. sleeper and matching
booties are simply and quickly
worked. The set makes wonderful
gift for a new baby.
Pattern envelope No. R-2050 con-
tains hot-iron transfers for designs,
color chart, stitch illustrations and
full directions for making all three
items illustrated.
To obtain this pattern send Is
cents in coins, giving pattern num-
Der, your name, address and zone
number, to Peggy Roberts, The
Washington Star, P. o. Box 100, sta
ton G, New York 10, N. Y.
Evening star., 1947-12-05
SPATTER PAINTING;
WASHING LINENS.

(Fron1 Mrs. c. G. S, Washington
For Mrs. c. S., Chevy Chase. My
husband at one time owned house
painting business, and has done
many spatter painting jobs. He
tells me there are many ways OF
doing it, but he would advise the
following: Cover your baseboards
with newspapers, but do not tack
1t as this leaves ugly holes, instead,
use scotch tape. Purchase from your
paint or hardware store large,
cheap grass" sponge, and cut 1t in
half. Prepare 1t for use by pulling
out small pieces Of the outside to
make the surface irregular. That is,
If you want the dots widely spaced
pull out good deal, If not, less, and
so on.
Have your paint in a shallow pan
to make dipping the sponge easy.
Dip the sponge in warm water and
squeeze it out well. Dip in the paint
and apply to the floor. My husband
promises me this is the simplest and
least messy way to do the job. I
hope this information Is not too
late. but maybe some one else with
the same idea will benefit!
Some time ago some one wrote in
requesting information on washing
her treasured hand-embroidered
linen. Let me say first, don't worry
about the linen washing out whittier
even If 1t Is quite a deep, natural
color. This Is a sign of good linen
and all of 1t will do it In time. Never
bleach linen that has colored or tan
embroidery. To wash by hand use
hot water and the same methods
you would employ for your good ny
lon stockings. To wash it by ma
chine, I put mine in pillow case
and pin the top firmly shut. This
prevents tearing or catching in the
machine.
You say you do not use your linen
often; I wonder If you know how to
store it properly? If you leave it
for a long time folded and ironed
1t will rot in the folds. Wash it,
do not iron, and wad it up loosely
in a ball. Store in dry place in
q pillow case Rewash, or at least
air it thoroughly every six months.
I hope you don't store your linen.
I use mine constantly and it be-
comes more lovely with use. If, it
gets stained from gravy or butter,
ETC., rinse 1t in cleaning fluid be-
fore you wash it, and always if pos
sible, dry it wrong side out in the
sun. Irish linen when 1t is manu-
factured is bleached on the grass in
the sun.
Evening star., 1947-12-05

Contributions and requests
must be accompanied by the
sender's full name and address.
We will withhold both and Use
only initials. Please address
mail to the Readers Clearing
House, Woman's Page, The
Evel.ing Star, Washington 4.
Views expressed in the Clear
ing House are not necessarily
those of The Star and, as 1t
Is obviously impossible for us
to test all recipes submitted, we
cannot assume responsibility for
them. Betsy CasveH
Evening star., 1947-12-05
1893
ll-la

This beguiling, young peplum
dress is certain to keep your au-
dience applauding. Note the soft
gathers that accent the slit neckline
and the gored skirt that is made for
dancing.
Barbara Bell pattern No. 1888 is
designed for sizes II, -, l3, IA, Is, Is
and 18. Size IL requires 3ai yards
of Sc or 80 inch material.
For this pattern, send Is cents in
coins, your name, address, pattern
number and size wanted to Barbara
Bell, The Washington Star. P. O.
Box SO, Station G, New York 10,
n. Y.
Evening star., 1947-12-05
ANGELWING BEGONIAS.

From Mrs. J. F. ", Washington J
A 6-inch steam of angelwing pot
ted in June will bear a small bunch
of blossoms by December or Janu-
ary. Old plants need to be cut back
to or 4 inches of the soil, will need
new soil Cor a good fertilizing) and
be allowed to 60 ahead from June
on. Four of mine, all old plants,
bloomed profusely in January and
February and March. One of the
four has lately sent out another
Evening star., 1947-12-05

ID ! u e p1nung
your purchases
you do nw ay
with costly mis-
takes. The best
way to find out
just what suits
you is to get the
objective advice
Of fashion ex-
perts. pc op ] 9
who can Judge
you without bias
and who know
how to brin G
out your best
features. Fin d
Evening star., 1947-12-05
BOTTLED GAS?
DISCONTINUED SILVER
pATTERNS2

From Miss A. ~, Washington.)
Several weeks ago I noticed an
item in RICH concerning silver pat
terms temporarily discontinued dur
ing the war. I am in the same
position as I have an almost COM
plete set of eight which has never
been used and is as good as new.
am informed by the company that
they may never make it again. I
understand that during the war
silver exchange was operated in New
York but this is no longer in exis-
tence. I would be interested in dis
cussing the situation with others in
the same predicament as sterling is
a rather costly item. enjoy your
column immensely.
Evening star., 1947-12-05

out your general Eleanor steber.
type - tailored, ruf1y, sophisticated
and so on. Then learn specifically
which points you should bring out
in your dressing. Such as the fact
that a graceful waistline will be
emphasized by dresses that tighten
in the middle and then flare out.
f s.
Evening star., 1947-12-05


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Evening star., 1947-12-05
CROCHET BOOKS?

From Mrs. r. w. B., Washington
I wonder if any one knows where
I can find a number / and 2 Abigail
Crocheting Book? The firm has
gone out Of business and 7 can only
get q number 3 in a store in Balti-
more, Md. My telephone Is Lincoln
2492, call after $50 weekdays.
Evening star., 1947-12-05
TATTING BOOKS?

from Miss A. r. X, Washington
Are there any among you readers
who know where I can find old
tatting books? I am very anxious
to obtain copies Of the older books
which can no longer be purchased
on the art counters of various stores
I find the newer books contain very
few good designs Of edges, etc.
Evening star., 1947-12-05
REFINISHING FURNITURE.
FLOOR WAX, BREAD HINT,
TT rrrDrN DAVID

ELECIR1C RALOR.
(Fronl Mrs. G. McC., Washington
I have been very successful in re-
moving varnish stain from old pieces
of furniture, perhaps the same will
work on paint. Make strong solu-
ton of sal soda, using hot water,
use stiff brush and rub vigorously,
rinse we'll with warm water, wipe
dry. Sal soda can be bought at any
grocery for few cents. have used
lye solution on stubborn places, pro-
ceed with caution. Smooth with
sandpaper before reflnishing.
Floor Wax Using Beeswax-I cup
melted beeswax, l cup melted paro-
wax. add l cup turpentine and stir
until creamy.
Save bread by arranging slices OF
bread in colander or sieve so that
steam can reach both sides, cover
with cloth and place over steaming
water. Children as well as grown
ups like this fresh warm bread that
melts the butter.
Would like to hear some comment
on electric razors, but had thought
of one for a gift, but was IN doubt
If the men really like them.
Evening star., 1947-12-05

at night as outdoors. In four or five
days I bring them upstairs, where 1t
is warmer, into a room with WIN
dows open in daytime and closed at
night. A sudden change in tenn
perature causes the leaves and flow
ers to drop. Since 1t is a tall plant,
a long strong stick is necessary and
stems should be tied before they get
so long that tying changes the posi-
ton of all the leaves, causing some
to shade others from the sun.
If you don't want tall plant, 1t
can be cut down when it's about a
foot, but that only means 1t will
be much later about blooming. I
have never tried that, but think I
will next summer.
You'll be delighted when your
plants do bloom! Good luck to you!
COMMENT ON IRON.
From Mrs. F. K, Washington.)
For Mrs. E. A. NJ, Washington: ::
I believe my nonlift iron must be
one of the earliest models since 1t
has given me nearly 10 years Of ex-
cellent service. The only cost in
that time has been for cord to re-
place the original one after several
years use. However, it was not
until I chanced upon an article in
McCall's Magazine recently that the
true worth of the iron became ap-
parent-for this pointed out with
pictures many time-saving meth
ods and pointed out that you could
actually iron satisfactorily sitting
Evening star., 1947-12-05
COMMENT.

(Fron J. L. H., Hyattsuille.)
Although I am a mere man."
cooking is my hobby, therefore I
greatly enjoy your RICH and seek
admission of this little article to
your Woman's Page.
Reference is made to several
articles recently regarding sales
men, the most recent by Mrs. R. B.
@. AS I have made comfortable
living for my family of five for the
past 20 years by practicing the art
of salesmanship feel qualified to
give these good ladies some food
for thought.
Believe me, we would not be liv-
ing in this push-button world of
today if it were not for statesmen.
It Is hard to realize that only about
80 years ago statesmen were thrown
in jail for attempting to raise money
to finance an "idiotic gadget" by
which it was said the human voice
could be heard Is miles away. Since
that time statesmen, and statesmen
alone, have made 1t possible for
scientists and engineers to bring
us electricity, natural gas, railroads,
airplanes, automobiles, vacuum
cleaners, washing machines, radios,
television, life insurance, why go
on? Statesmen raised the capital
and sold the merchandise. Without
them these ideas would still be- in
the embryonic stage.
Certainly you are not interested
when a salesman knocks at your
door or calls you to your telephone.
They were not interested in many
things until some time was spent
window shopping or consulting ad-
vertisements. Why not grant these
gentlemen the courtesy Of an in
terview? If, unfortunately, his call
is at an inconvenient time, suggest
a more convenient day or hour and
notice his appreciation.
Remember that these are the men
who bring in the money that pay
rolls are met with. Think Of the
widows and orphans that do not
have to depend on the Community
Chest, but rather are living COM
fortably and being educated, be-
cause there is no one has endur-
ance like the man who sells insur-
ance."
FRUIT PUNCH:
FOLDING ORGAN?
From Mrs. A. B. c., Washington J
In reply to T. L. D., Takoma Park,
following is an excellent fruit punch
recipe. One 46-ounce can pineapple
juice, 46-ounce can grapefruit
juice. 2 quarts ginger ale, 3 cups
sugar, 4 lemons, 2 quart trays ice
cubes, 2 quarts water. Serves 56
fruit Juice glasses (note), add ice
cubes last to avoid cracking glass
punch bowl.
Gould some kind reader tell me
where I can locate an organ that
folds suitcase fashion? I do not
know II they are now manufac-
tured.
CAROL SING?
(From N. J. A., Arlington.) =.
We are planning an old-fash-
ioned Christmas carol sing Since We
are newlyweds, and this is our first
party, we are anxious to have it
successful. Our main problem is
refreshments. Should we have a
supper first and then go out and
sing or should we sing (around the
house and the hospital in the
neighborhood) and then come back
to the house for late supper or
even light refreshments2
Evening star., 1947-12-05
Readers Clearing House

down. obtained from the COM
pany which makes the iron book
let entitled Ladies, Be Seated"
which shows how to iron a shirt in
~ minutes. After studying this
and practicing the technique shown,
I now find it possible to complete
shirt dncluding folding) in about
5 minutes, whereas I formerly had
to rush to complete four IN one hour.
WRINGER;
IRONING DUNGAREES.
(From L. P L., Arltngton)
Answering Mrs. J. F. M. regard
ing size Of wringer on my washer, I
measured it just now. The length
is tx inches and circumference ~
inches, each roller. When I said
large" had in mind the diameter
which according to math II D in
dicates approximately 23 inches
The biggest item have put through
is a heavy bedspread. Naturally, it
is better to sort of fold sheets and
large items. I don't have any
trouble getting my sons dungarees
through. 1t should be remembered
that buttons. as for any wringer,
should be folded to the inside Of
shirts or dresses or 1t will pull them
off. I am still quite pleased with
my washer.
Here's q tip on ironing overafs.
dungarees, or any garment made
of like material. Starch with heavy
starch. Dry thoroughly, do not
dampen. Iron with very hot iron.
You will like the result. The iron
can be hotter than you use for
cottons.
A worn-out towel can be folded
several thicknesses, quilted and
bound, leaving a loop where the
binding meets. Makes potholder
that will keep your hands from get
ting burned.
BOTTLED GAS?
from Mrs. r. W. M, Washtngton.)
would like very much to have
opinions on bottle gas" VS.. elec-
tricity for cooking. We are plan
ming to build home next spring
in Fairfax County in section where
gas Is not available. We are par
ticularly interested in the original
cost of range of both types. The
monthly upkeep Of both, and cook
ing results. I am partial to cleo
tricity, but wonder If the extra
money paid for the range would be
worth 1t.
The frontiersman., 1947-08-30
eM [ RGE NC ' AT SE A
The Fronticrsman

It was reported Here esterday,. that Howard Swain; son, of Mir. and Mrs C. O: Swain was stricken with acute appendicitis aboa1d the Kenai- I on her way to .Seattla.~ He, was removed from the barge at Lat o+tcf1e i:. and, floYn,4 T to Seward for medical atten-,, tior. sac3r ~;
 Further word of his condition had not baen learned at press time. f,t,,c
 Towards wife; ViV@ /; ian is rith him in Sew ard, but his sister hary Ann1 continued opr tQ,. Sea-, ttleIrMT.' >- r,:~~ !.
The frontiersman., 1947-08-30
FAM ttY

Hrs. Simon Josefsen is plan1Gag' jaA flight ..te' Seattle soon to- join her family there. ., Her husb- and and Son left for the States last week on the Libby Co.,. boats, fir. Jos- efsen gQing on the Dolp- hin, and Simon: Jr. ,ron the Musk1 at.
 Mrs. Josefsen said the family will probably spend the winter in .Ast- oria, Oregon.
The frontiersman., 1947-08-30
FOUND DEAD

FI "a
 Reports from Anchor age this week tsld qS khe death of Ed Anderson Bristol Bayofis herman and former resident of Seldo- via. He- was Hound dead in a cabin in, Anchorage by Andrew, Crawl ord of that citya: His death; was apparently the result of natao'af't causes. however, an inve stigation is being made by the F F,BsI. office there. letr {.
The frontiersman., 1947-08-30

Corning, California who has spssn1vass1s with .tthe- bsbc7sn':: falasly left: , today. for An :ho1age aan: ,, the Is 5.s 1ab1afo herr re- turn trip, homet Shei
 plans , fly from .Anch-,
 orage toBeattle. From,
 Seattle she will make a:
 short trip into Canada
 and then pireturn to Calif-
 Ornla. .3.;
The frontiersman., 1947-08-30
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Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1947-10-31

A MAN without a party six months
ago, Gen. Charles de Gaulle (abovei
has emerged as the new strong man
of French politics following the mu-
nicipal elections which placed his
anti-left Rally Of the French Peo-
pie far ahead of the Communists.
The generals most striking victory
was in Paris, where his brother,
Pierre, was elected to the council
and was expected to be named
the city's Mayor. (lnternational)
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1947-10-31

GUIDEWAY
By MRS, LESTER LONG

by MHS. LID LIN ASN1
Mrs. j. D. Long and Mrs. Thel-
bert Anderson visited Mrs. Lester
Long Sunday evening,
\ X *
Mrs. Carl Stock and baby girl
have returned home from Column
bus County Hospital in White
vile.
X x x
Mrs, Cledie Elmore visited Mrs,
Kenny Monroe Sunday evening.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Sing
spent the weekend with Mr.. and
Mrs. R. j. Long.
4 \ u )
MIR. and Mrs. Albert Hewitt an
nounce the birth of a daughter.
1888
Mrs. BTanco Sellers spent Sun
day with her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. ]. D. Long.
Mrs. R. J. Stock, who has been
sick for sometime, is reported to
be improving.
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1947-10-31
Household Hint

All articles to be stored in the
chest should be thoroughly brushed
to remove eggs and larvae, unless
they have been washed or dry
cleaned Immediately before being
packed away. Moths attack soiled
areas first. Brush seams and pockets
with great care. ..'
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1947-10-31

NEW LIFE NEWS
Bv MRS. LESTER WATTS

Mrs J. l.. Prince is spending
this week with relatives IN sup
ply.
Mrs Russell Dyche and son,
Tommy, of Wilmington VISITED
Mrs. Dyche's parents, Mr.. ana
Mrs. O.. o. Watts, during the
week end.
Miss Gertrude Stroud was a
visitor in the Carolina section
Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mills made
a business trip to Florence on
Thursday.
Kern PRINCE spent some time
last week in Mebane.
Mrs. E. L. Joyner spent last
week in Charleston visiting rel
ativeS.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. N. Whitfield OF
Fayetteville visited in the home
of their son, Billy Whitfield, Sun
day.
Ned Butler and Miss Mavis
Cox accompanied Miss Thelma
Lou Townsend to Dover, Dela..
Sunday; Mr.. Townsend accom-.
panied them here Wednesday OF
visit with Mrs. Townsend and
son, Freddy.
Joe Coleman and Howard Har-
relson, students at the Univer-
sity of North Carolina, spent the
I week end here.
Mr.. and Mrs. B. A. Garrell
recently made a trip to Pennsyl.
vania, Maryland, District of Co.
lumbia and Virginia. Their sor
Joe visited with his aunt. Miss
Marguerite Woodland. in Norfolk
while they visited other states.