Norwich Bulletin Newspaper, April 24, 1915, Page 14

I A FAULT CONFESSED IS HALF REDRESSED FEE. EVERY WOMAN'S OPPORTUNITY The Bulfetin wants gcod home letters; good busincss letters; good help- ful' letters of any kind the mind may suggest. They should be in hand by BVednesday Of each week. Write on but one side of the paper. Address, SOCIAL CORNER EDITOR, Bulletin Office, Norwich, Conn. THREE PRIZES MONTHLY: $2.50 to first; $1.50 to second; $1.00 to third. -@ward made the last Saturday in each month. DO IT NOW. L/ Ji¢ with pleasure you are viewing any work a man is doing I you like him or you love him, tell him now; |Don’t withhold your approbation till the person makes oration As he lies with snowy lilies o'er his brow; jFor, no matter how You shout it, he V __ won't really care about it; He won't know how many_ teardrops yau have shed; ¢ you think some praise is due him: now's the time to slip it to him, For he cannot read his tombstone when he's dead! {More than fame and more than mon- ey is the comment kind and sunny, And the hearty, warm approval of a friend. \@or it gives to life a savor, and it makes you stronger, braver, And it gives you heart and spirit to the end; '§¢ he earns your praise—bestow it; if you like him, let him know it; Let thé words Of true encourage- . ‘ment be said; 4 Do not wait till life is over and he's -underneath the clover, For he cannot read his tombstone when he's dead! 3 —Philadelphia Telegraph. INQUIRIES AND ANSWERS. ' QUIZ sends thanks to Brownie for $he interesting and varied lists of {games sent to The Corner. WILDWOOD must not think the cards received are the full measure of the Soclal Corner regard for her. The entire farhily wishes her many Teturns of the day together with the ‘comforts and blessings of life. STAFFORD DAISY: Please send sn the receipe for rheubarb and soda and how it should be given. There ire several inquiries for it. BLANCHE: Cards received goailed to writers indicated. Y ADDLY: Thanks for card. mailed to Wildwood. AUNTY NO 1: Card received and forwardea to Wildwood. DY: Card received and mailed o and ma Card ON RAMBLER: Card Te- pefred and mailed to Morning Glory. DOOLITTLE; Card _Te- foeived and forwarded to Wildwood. DY: Card recelved and sent #o' Wildwood as you directed. SAMANTHA: The check is all O. “A confusion of pennames accounts ‘for the form of it, as a correction was Decessary. COUNTRY MAID—Letter received #nd mailed to Keziah Doolittle. CLARA OF CANTERBURY—Card peceived and sent to Antique. PAULA—Cards received and mailed to writers indicated. ° SATURDAY EVE—Letter received #nd. mailed to Wildwood. DON PEDRO—Cards received and sent to their destination. BN INVITATION FROM M. ROENA. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters: This is such a beautiful morning. The singing of the birds, the eong Of and gladness in their little hearts, s new inspiration and gratitude in heart and life. 't want to thank the Editor, also The Pulletin company, for the little piece of r that we all prize so much; 2nd as I sit here at my desk I look out mpon the veranda and see a beautiful Jmiesion porch swing that would not be there only for the kindness of The Bulletin. Oh, how I do appreciate it, £2a the iittle messages of love that ve been brought to my heart through the Social Corner Sisters. I would like %o take each one of you by the hand Bnd thank you personally. Perhaps some day I may meet you. Until then I thank you. ‘As I sit and look at the swing it geems to me it was just made to fit in The Corner of the veranda. It gives it euch a “homey” look, and now we must have a Social Corner picnic so that the Bditor and his dear com- panion can dedicate it. How would it to have a May party, say May 157 it will give the Sisters time to get their housecleaning done and those A7ho are not through will need a little recreation and change of scenery, and day off will be beneficial to all. The ons will differ a little from what usually have: “Come with well- filled Basiets will not be the call;” but prepared to have a good time at M Roena’s home in the dear old clcaye State that-is going “dry” this , surel Come as my guests! I ill ‘entertain you royally. We will Mave the subdtantials of the Ohio soil and the deiicacies of the season. An s will meet the early morning ns with full instructions not to fares; but to dellver all persons fe at the White Bungalow. Those 0 are anxious <o get there snd want wells, for it ia not very far, will ow the place, of course, for our Cor- ner color Will decorate the new swing veranda. In my letier I neglected to tell you HOWS THIS? o offer One Hundrad Dollars Re- for case Oatarrh tha - =3 2:) CO., 0, O. “eioney Por. the ast 15 e aog T the ove perfecily honufl’::‘in“‘ e transestions and - nanciaf) carty ou onsens madl. o sy o y s me NATIONAL BANK OF COMMER( Poledo, Ifmll's Catarrh Cure Is taWen internal. . “moting directly upon the blood and "=qma & ot the m. Testl Dorta” Boid by il druggiate. rugRis Fake Hail's Family Biils for consti- petion. THERE is no advartising medium in tern Connecticut egual to Tne Bul- for business resmits, . _ that my house is painted a pure white, with dark green window sash, and the roof is dark green. I used the felt shingles, guaranteed to last fifteen years, and so far they are very satis- factory. They make a very smooth and pretty roof. When 1 read of the snowstorm that blockaded the roads out from the Bland tavern only two weesk ago I was 5o glad I was in a milder climate; for I was eating dandelion greens from my own yard at that time. 1 have my early garden made; peas, beets, lettuce, radishes and onions; peas, lettuce and onions are up fine. I planted e long row of sweet peas; they are up; and planted asparagus rooté—a twelve-foot bed. The roots ‘were two years old. Do you ask what I am going to do with s0 many? Don't you know we always have friends we can _divide with, and if more than we want, how easy it is to make it into nice little bundles; and what a nice price they bring! Sisters, if you feel blue and discour- aged, just get up early and go out into the pure fresh air, take a hoe and rake, and see what a tonlc they are for you; and look around you, take an inventory of all your blessings. I be- lieve one will be happier when they are living a useful life; but I am not going to preach a sermon this morn- ing, for 1 haven't time, and could not if T wanted to. Look on the bright side of life. Do all the good you can, and come to the Social Corner May party May 15 at Alexandria, Ohio. Your Sister, M. ROENA. PUTTING AWAY WINTER CLOTH- ING. Dear Social Corner Friends: How good it seems to see mild _spring Weather once again; just the kind to find real pleasure in.housecleaning. Many of us will soon be putting away the heavy winter clothing, and a few practical hints may not come amies. If one has plenty of closet rooms, coats, suits, etc., will keep much better If hung on coat hangers than when packed away. Wind the part of the hanger that comes against the collar with ribbon, or protect the collar with a piece of velvet, to prevent @ flat or shiny streak. arge plece of wrapping paper crushed and loosely filled 1 shoulders and bust will go a long way toward keeping a coat in shape. One lady of my acquaintance who prides herself on the neat appearance of her clothes always uses the crush- ed paper when hanging away a coat, if for no longer than over night. Skirts may have the top laid in three folds and put ih a clamp hanger or hung with some of the home-made safety pin and loop devices. A pole across one end of the clothes press to hook the hangers over will Belp out wonderfully in saving space. Hats should bewell brushed; any loops of ribbon lightly filled out with tissuepaper and put away so that the brim or any other part will mot be Dpressed out of shape. L. H. K.: Was glad to see a letter from you in The Corner last week. Shall want to try some of your soup recipes. X. Y. Z: Is the mapl Argrad ple syrup all What has become of Poppy? Too busy to write? -Polly Peppermint: I suppose you are now watching for the migratory birds? L too, take much interest in them, and identify a few new ones each year. Kind regards to all. - BVELYN. California SAVED FROM CHOKING. Dear Social Corner Sisters: A few days since I came very near getting choked, and it reminded me of a time 11q, several years since, and the rem- ly. One morning at breakfast a mouth- ful of food lodged just back of my palate. Not wishing to disturb any- one, T stepped out of the room, as I gould neither breathe nor swallow. I went back and, seeing w] Was. all ran to 48 Eomeiing LoUbe A gentleman and lady that were vis- iting us sald to my husband: “Get her upon her knees as quick as you can (my inclination was to rise up, trying to get my breath). So.they crowded me down, 204 thehinst&nt my knees ed the floor the food wen! and my lite as saved. o ‘e considered it providential thaf the Triends were Zith us at that Hine ettie Maria: Thanks for birthday letter, i ELACKBYED SUSAN. THE TIME OF HER LIFE. Dear Editor and Cornerites: I have read your social sheet every Saturday have thought several times that T should like to join, 8o here goes. I have attended one of the club meetings and I never had such a time in my life. { ate so much I could not get up out of bed without help. Will close, wishin, i cleaning hovse, e Yo ol fugk i MANY WAYS TO SERVE POTATOES Dear Editor and Sisters: Eat pota- toes. and so help reduce the high cost of living. They are wholesome, nour- ighing and at present very cheap. n't be afraid, either, that they will malte You grow too fat. The thin- nest (and smartest) woman I know y | aiways eats two or three good-sized potatoes at a meal, and wants the Threo times a day. = As it would be monotonous to serve them plain boiled day after day, it is well to aiways be on the lookout for new recipes. Baked potatoes ghould bo served often. Tl are delicious, and how the children do lsve the skins to eat with butter. When making broad use one o two gcod siged poiatoes to each loaf; it improves the quality and saves, flour. To use, boil, mash thoroughly and NORWICH BULLETIN, SATURDAY, APRIL- 24, 1915 beat Into the spomge before setting to rise, Combined with egge (and they are also’ cheap at present) many substan- tial dishes for luncheon or supper can be made. A few good recipes follow: Escalloped Potatoes—In a two quart basin put bits of butter, then sliced potatoes yntil half full; add a lttle salt, pepper and butter; fill to an inch of the top with potatoes, add more seasoping; add three beaten eggs and milk to cover the potatoes, Bake about half an hour. When by trying it is not milky, it is done. Potato Omelet—Press four freshly boiled potatoes through a ricer. Add salt and pepper and four well beaten eggs, whites and yolks beaten sep- arately. Cook in a well buttered fry- ing pan, turning the browned -side gently. Potato Salad—Six cold boiled pota- toes, three or four hard boiled eggs, and one large onion, sliced. Chop rath- er fine and mix well. Season with salt, pepper and any good salad dress- ing. Potato Soup—Boil one and one-half quarts of potatoes in as little water as possible. When well done, drain, saving the water. Mash thoroughly, then beat in the water in which they were boiled. Season with salt, pepper and plenty of butter. Then beat in rich milk, adding milk slowly, until it is like thin cream. Return to stove and heat well; serve with crackers. Oyster Stew—Make potato soup like the above; when neady to serve add a pint of oysters and cook until the edges curl, Clam Stew—Use the potato soup as the basis and add to it one or two cans of clams, finely chopped. Pork Stew—Make a potato soup: chop two or three slices of salt pork and one large onion: fry brown; drain oft part of the fat and add remainder to the soup. Tomato Soup—Use the potato soup as basis, but not thinning it quite as much as usual, and put in a can of tomatoes. Salmon Soup—Remove bones from a can of salmon. Rub fine with a fork and add it to the potato soup. AUNT SERENA. sTHE RIGHTS OF WOMAN. Dear Social Cornerites: I _know spring is a busy season to take up new dutles, but as I am looking for a position and nothing was said in the ad “Wanted” sent in by Balsam Fir about any requirements in the way of good looks, thought it would do no harm to inquire as to remunera- tion. What will you give in return for all these required accomplish- ments? The usual wages I suppose, board and what few clothes one san make over from what No. 1 left. Let me hear from you. Also, don't forget to let me know what modern improve- ments you have in the house. No vucuum, as you require an expert in broom handling. Well, I can fill that bill all right. Also, am one of the angelic guiding kind, although I can- not furnish references from my last employer—distance prohibits, I shall always insist upon wearing the yellow bow. however, and if I am taken for a suffragette shall be proud of it. Hurrah for the suffragettes! 1 believe a woman has some rights. For instance, if her husband comes home drunk and smashes the furni- ture, I don't see why she hasn't the same right: then she should get a new supply and have the bill sent to him. One gets tired of the same things all the time. “Varlety is the spice of life” If any bodily injury is done, send for the Doctor. A T also draw the line at whist. Every time I opened my mouth my former employer would shout “Whist!” -~ I never want to hear the word again. One_other privilege I shall insist upon is my flower garden. I want a yard full of Chrysanthemums (al- though they do not bloom in winter). I also want a generous supply of Crimson Ramblers. Now let me hear from that fellow who wants a wife. If we can agree, why not a wedding at the Social Cor- ner picnic in June? Who will fur- nish a good recipe for wedding cake? Let's hear from Aunt Abby. 1 forgot to say I have two children, a boy and a girl. Perhaps they will influence that fellow some. They are both large enough to work and would save him wages. They are both be- yond school age and won't cost much in the way of clothes during summer. Anyway, I can make over some of the breeches that are beyond mending, for the boy, and the girl can get along somehow. Am a good cook—economical, etc. A MODERN GARGOYLE. USES FOR OLD STOCKINGS AND SHIRTS. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters: 1 wonder if the,other sisters know how rhany ways we may use stockings that are beyond mending. Make holders by cutting off the feet: fold the legs over three times, stitch around and across, sew a ring to one corner to- hang them by. They "are soft and easily washed and do mnot show soil as light ones do. For Dusters—Cut lengthwise through leg_and foot, sew two or three to- gether. They make fine dusters. Use the silk ones for polished furniture; the heavy ones for lamps; the polished floor, the stove and for any purpose where a soft cloth is needed, | saw a skirt made by using the legs of stockings for the top and a ruffle of silic for the béttom; French seam them together, as many as you need, to fit nicely around the hips like a jersey. Oversleeves to slip on can be made by cutting off the feet to gentlemen's stockings; use the.ribbed top next the hand and run an elastic in the top, to hold them up. These are fine, t0o, to wear under the coat, to protect the wrist when ridmg in the cold. Bveryone knows how many can be used in making rugs both braided and woven. A nice way to use the bodies of sl s when the sleeves and upper part is worn, is to cut off below the arm- holes, shitch together and make Ilittle aprons just o slip aver your large apron while you are standing at the sink. You can keep your aprons fresh and clean much longer, and these are no_trouble to-launder. 1 would like the sisters to try A Dried Beef Chowder some of these cool nights for supper. Maie the same as any chowder, with gork, onlons and potatoes, and a half hour (or less) be- fore serving put in the dried beef in small pieces. Season with salt and pepper and thicken a little with flour, on't put in too much dried beef and be caretul of the salt, as the beef saits it some. PRACTICAL POLLY. TWO ECONOMICAL RECIPES FROM FLORADORA. Dear Editor and Sisters: I thought after the very. enjoyable afternoon of March 13th spent with Social Corner Club No. 1 I would surely write at once, but time has passed quickly until now. For two weeks I have been held cap- tive by the enemy—grip. Grip it-was, in every sense of the word, tool 1 felt I was somewhat Hké a. in a strange land, but I found t though in a strange land, it was a lan of friends. I missed some of my old friends|act. ‘very much; but one of the Social Cor- ner Sisters called several times. . I had some real Social Corner fowers, too—yellow daffodils, though, THE VALUABLE MANDOLIN Grandpa Gleason, his grandson, Frank, and wife, lived together three uninterrupted happy years. The house in which they lived with its furnish- ings. was a wedding gift from grand- Ppa, and of antique style. Mr, Frank Gleason received a good salary and their property had been much improved with their spare money. Throughout the house mod- ern improvements were made, and new furnishings added, but the colonial style was not displaced. Everything was now adjusted to thelr liking. They planned to indulge in many so- cial pleasures in the future and to deposit a small sum of money each year in the bank to provide for the rainy days which come to everyone sooner or later. Grandpa Gleason renewed his youth, but in the midst of their happi- ness he was stricken with paralysis and only lived three days after seizure. He wag unccnsclous the greater part of the time, but towards the last he attempted to speak but could not ut- ter a word distinctly. He looked be- seechingly at his grandchildren, and after much effort, raised his weak and trembling hand and pointed towards the manile over which hung a large picture, and by its side a fine old Gib- son_mandolin. The grandchildren, who loved him dearly, replied to that look. “Yes, Grandpa, yes.” without understanding what his gesture meant. but he thought that they did, so passed away with a smile on his face. Grandpa Gleason was lald away aft- er relatives, neighbors and friends had paid their last respect to him whose life they could not reproach. Mr. and Mrs. Gleason were his di- rect heirs and became the possessors of what Grandpa left, although no will, papers nor the deed on the property, which he kept for them, were to be found. They felt very lonely without him, especfally during the evenings. His room was Kept as he left it, though they searched it thoroughly for docu- ments. It was probobly the report that Grandpa Gleason left no business pa- pers, which prompted Mr. Buckman, an unscrupolous man, whose father very many years before held a mort- gage on grandpa’s property, to present it for repayment several months_after -his death. Mr. Buckman threatened to fore- close at the end of the vear because. the_grandchildren and their lawyer re- fused to acknowledge the bill. ~ They knew it was a fraud, for grandpa had shown them the receipt of the mort- gage and placed it with the deed when he took it to put away. For some unexplained reason the papers were not recorded so Mr. and Mrs. Glea- son’s statements could not be proved. The year ended and Mr. Buckman placed on attachment on the property and everything, except the necessaries which the law allowed them, to be sold at public auction in a week's time. During the last few months their untiring efforts had falled to discov- er any secret nook, cupboard or draw- er in grandpa’s desk or over or near the mantle or anywhere else. The picture had been unframed the man- tle had been taken down and examin- ed, and the mandolin had been thoroughly inspected, then laid gent- ly away (because grandpa cherished it for his daughter's sake and since her death it had hung in his room), while experienced experts, who ham- mered and knocked up and down on the walls, failed to discover any hol- low_place The day before the auction was spent in thoroughly searching the house again In the evening they tried to be cheerful and hopeful as they sat in_their cozy living room Mr, Gleason suddenly exclaimed: “It is no use to search for we can't find anvthing, and our knowledge of the papers does no good, for we cannot present them. It was a queer whim of grandpa’s to want to keep the deed ang receipt of this mortgage. We truly know that if he could have spoken, all would have been well with us_tonight, for surely it was his pa- pers that his gesture referred to.” “Of_course, it was and the wall or mantle must be connected with the mystery.” replied his wife. She al- so added, “It is a comfort to know that the injunction, which our law- yer will place upon Mr. Buckman's proceedings In the morning, will pre- vent him and others from purchasing our house and its furnishings. The next morning dawned bright and clear. Mr. Gleason and his wife felt much uneasiness because of the non- appearance of their lawyer. The ap- pointed time for the auction was near at band; when a telephone message was received informing them of the sudden and serfous illness of their lawyer. Mr. Gleason rushed out to borrow money from the bank, but so much time was consumed in obtain- ing it, that the sale had closed before he_refurned. The house was purchased by Mr. Buckman for a sum to offset the sum required for the mortgage. Books, pictures, the mandolin and other things were sold separately. When Mr. Gleason saw the people golig away he stood as if stunned for & moment; then quickly rallied when he_percelved that the cherished man- delin. had been sold. The weil-known musician, who held the mandolin, knew that it was a fine old Gibscn, so refused all offers for the instrument. After his offers had becn rejected the former owner be- come desperate and stepped forward to snatch the mandolin just as the musician, who had perceived the I of determination on his antagonists face, flung the instrument a long dis- tance from him. When the mandolin struck the rock the persons. who were looking in that direction, saw the top or neck open and a bundle of papers fall on tke ground. A policeman, who was mnearby, took possession of both mandolin and pa- papers. When he examined the instrument he discovered a secret catch where the top and curved bottom met. This proved that the secret spring must have come in contact with the rock on which it foll and opened the top part. The neck of the mandolin was hollow and grandpa had used it for a hiding place for private papers, bonds, certificates, etc. Policeman Bedford opened a paper and partially looked at it, then hur- ried to the autloneer’s stand, mount- ed the platform and blew his whistle to attract the ‘attention of the assem- bled company. In a clear and loud volce ho commanded the purchasers of the morning to restore all articles, which they had purchased, to their owner, Mr. Frank Gleason. He re- turned the mandolin and all the pa- pers it contained with hearty con- gratulations. Mr. Buckman was one of the many who witnessed the opening of the mandolin. He surmised at once the contents of the papers, and hastened to a friend who provided him with a disgulse. _He then boarded a train en route for Canada, and was many miles away when Policeman Bed- ford had time to ’phone to the chief of police for a warrant for his ar- rest. Mr. Buckman's disguise was o good thgt the conductors and officials on the trains and at the different sta- tions failed to recognize him. Mr. and_Mrs. Gleasorr considered it a waste of time and money to pursue him. so the fugitive will remain at liberty as long as he remains out of the United States. The contents of the mandolin repre- sented 2 small fortune which was de- rosited in a safe in the bank togeth- er with the mortgage receipt and deed, after they had been recorded by the regstrar of deeds, The mandolin was returned to its plece cver the mantle and grandpa’s room was taken for the living room. Occasionally the musiclan, from whom Mr. Gleagon attempted to wrest his musical instrument, visits them and his master hand brings forth sweet strains of melodious music from the dear old mandolin. DIANA. strange to say, the donor was not a Cornerite. 1 was glad to see in last week's paper a letter from Aunt Jerusha. Hope she will write again soon. 1 have not seen a letter from Blue- bird for some time. I hope she will fly in at my window again this year, as she did in August, 1914. Now is the time the Sisters who are fortunate enough to have a fireplace can have many enjoyable hours. When a stove fire is too warm, the blaze of an open fire is very cheerful. Then one can roast potatoes for dinner in the hot ashes, or pop corn and toast marshmallows in the evening over the coals. & I am_interested in left-over dishes and will send one I don’t remember having seen in The Corner: Fillet of Beef with Oysters—When one has left-over beef Which is too small to cut good slices, cut in small cubes, heat in the gravy left from the roast, place on the edge of a platter; then cook a half pint of oysters in the gravy and place in center of platter; pour gravy over and garnish with parsley. This makes enough for four Ppeople. Bacon and Potatoes combined in the following manner is an inexpensive and delicious dish: Cut thin as many slices of bacon as there are people to prepare for. Place in large long pan and slice pared raw potatoes until the bacon is entirely ,covered; salt and pepper to taste, and add a little water. Bake in oven until the potatoes are a rich brown, stirring occasionally. . FLORADORA. MEETING OF CLUB NO. 2. Dear Social Corner Sisters: I am sending in an account of Club No. 2's second mee unshine and pleas- ant weather favored those members who wended their way to the pleasant and inviting home of Lucinda on April 14th, some coming by auto, trolley and carriages, while others oame on foot. All were given the Soclal Corner grip and a rousing welcome by the charm- ing and smiling hostess. 3 member wore her little bow of yellow, and yellow predominated ev- ere; in fact, everything showed a of that bright color, en the large bow on the doorbell was of the same, to guide the callers to the right b Several tables of whist were played. The first favors were taken by Aunt Abby and Crimson Rambler; the sec- ond favors went to Annette and May- The little mascot was there as usual, full of her charming little tricks. whist, supper was announced, and ah nE:.mio the epasious dining room, where a dainty repast of salads, sandwiches, > and frult was served; and on a‘vlula-tor home, the @enial hostess presented each member 2 dainty souvenir of the occasion. ‘Music, both vocal and instrumental, was weil rendered by Joan and No Zip Coon dtd some Zancy stunts I QenchiD, as did Uno 1n.the Jumping ‘The Social Corner Doctor was called away on other business and, there be- Ing two severe cases that afternoon, a telephone call was sent in, but she could not be located, and it was agreed to vote at_the next meeting to have it understood, when she was called away, she must leave a substitute. The next meeting is to take place the first part of next month. CRIMSON RAMBLER. A LITTLE TALK FROM SATURDAY EVE. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters: Indulge me in a little chat. Pollyanna: I think I felt the same as you did in regard to the waste basket; but I thought nothing ventured, noth- ing have, so I ventured, and I hope to help someone in some way. Doctor: I have used the stuffed egg recipe in my family for a long time and 1 think they are fine for a picnic. S. C. E. and M.: I want to thank you for postcards. Hope you had a pleas- ant Easter. Bnid: 1 was very much interested imr your story and hope to read more of them. J. E. T.: Your letter on economy, 1 think, ‘we all could learn a lesson from. Wildwood: I believe you have & birthday this month, and I hope you have a shower of good things and lots of postcards. 5 1 heard a eong sparrow this morn- ing for the first time. 1 think they are late in reaching us: but others heard them, I think, in March: SATURDAY BVE. GRETINGS FROM BALSAM BUD. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters: Here I ai back again to have a chat. What nice weather we are hav- ing. It begins to seem like spring. I suppose all of you have your flower gardens planted. I planted mine about a week ago. Maple Leaf: Keep your wagon shined up, and I will take another ride with you some day. Come over and see me some time. Snowball, along with Merry Farm- er, is losing time. Why don't you catch the hawk that is catching your hens. I am sorry you are having such luck. I have been in the same trap myself, so I know what it is, Crimson Rambler: I suppose you have got lots of chickens. ‘Wiggle: Why don’t you call and see me some time. Rosebud: Your letter was short and sweet. Call again some time. Snowball: I guess you have melted for this spring. The weather is bad for you. I thank you for Interested Reader: that pretty calendar you sent me. I am going to send you a card, » Funny Face: I should like to.see an- other letter from you, Best wishes to all. ‘BALSAM BUD. KEZIAH IS A KEEN OBSERVER. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters: I thank the Editor for a pretty Easter cagd. Expect the sisters are or soon will be, very busy with house- cleaning. Weli, the brothers will be busy out of doors, 8o they won't mind it much. Antique: Thanks for the pretty Eas- ter card I received from you. Hope you have lots of chicks to put in xeur brooders. You will receive a card from me soon. Let me hear from you again, and what success you have making the brooders. Mrs, A. B, ¥.: I am not Aunt Libby, but we have used cold water root in our family for over forty years for caniker. you can’t get it at your drug store, if you will let me know, I will tell you where you can get it, and how to use it. Crimson Rambler: Aren't you giving yowrself away, saying you received an Easter card from me? I sent the card to Still Water and received one from her. Thanks for the card. Wildwood: Many happy returns of the day. Hope you receive a large shower of postals on your birthday. KEZIAH DOOLITTLE. HOUSECLEANING HELPS. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters: I presume all the Sisters, and maybe the Editor, are beginning their housecleaning, so' I am sending in a few suggestions: When cleaning the pantry, try doing one shelf at a time and putting the things back before beginning another. To clean paint, use warm water with a little ammonia and soda. Wet a cloth in gasoline to take off fingermarks, being careful about using near a fire. To wash windows, use as hot water as possible, with a little ammonia and kerosene oil; wipe dry and polish with a plece of chamois. Hot soapsuds and ammonia will brighten silver and brass. A little vinegar -in the water will brighten brass picture frames. Use a soft brush. To clean picture mats, rub with bread crumbs, changing as often as solled. Alcohol will whiten piano keys. To cleanse and brighten a carpet, dampen coarse meal and sprinkle over the carpet before sweeping. Rub the stoves over with vaseline before putting away and they will not rust. A piece of camphor gum in the silver closet will help to keep the silver from tarnishing. 1 make flannel cases for my knives and forks and cover the large pieces with flannel. It keeps out the moisture and gas from stoves. Sprinkle red pepper among your furs and the moths will not bother you. Shake thoroughly in the fall. Biddy: I think your date for the an- nual plcnic is just right. Samantha: Thanks for pretty card. Married and Happy: 1 was glad to find you again. Best wishes to all. HULDY. HINTS AND HELPS FROM PAULA. Dear Social Corner Sisters: Do not use corn meal or tea leaves in sweep- ing carpets. The corn meal has been known to attract waterbugs. If not very carefully swept up, while tea leaves, unless well washed. ‘are lable to leave stains. If anything is used let it be small pieces of newspaper, well dampened and sprinkled about the floor, Soak a mew broom in strong, hot salt water before using. This tough- ens the bristles and makes the broom last longer. Bathe bad bruises with tincture of arnica, using two teaspoons to a half pint of water: or if this cannot be easily obtained, use one part vinegar to three parts water, —Treat a_sprain_with vine- water as stated for bruises: constantly with salt and cold Convulsions—Give a hot bath with- out delay, and rub the body. Do not give medicine unless ordered by the doctpr. Keep good tempered—It is far more important to keep good tempered and undisturbed even if things do go a little wrong, than to set the nerves of the whole family on edge because of some omission. Stlent Partner: I will let you know about foot balm powder. Will send you card. Mould on preserves—Mould can be kept from the top of preserves by put- ting a few drops of glycerine around the edges of the jar before screwing on the cover. PAULA. A LITTLE CHAT FROM AUNTY. Dear Editor and Sisters: I will try and take time to chat a little this (Monday) morning. I have read the letters with interest, and noted there Were a few new ones to start with for another year. I hope the list will keep. growing, Sweet Lavender: I wonder if you got my letter all right. I sent it to the address given on the package. Let me krow if you do get it. Saturday Eve: If I am not mistaken I have met you several times, talked with you over the ’'phone and even had a call from you since I lived here. If I have proved myself a Sherlock Holmes, let me_know. Chore Girl: Please call some time when passing by and get the plates you left here last summer. 2 Papa’s Boy: I haven't received that call from you yet. Hopetul: Are you in ‘the land of the living or not? I have waited patient- ly for word from vou in regard to the package I sent quite a while ago, Dandelions are growing fast; shall have to get busy. Peggy Anne: Don’t put off answer- ing gy card until too late. I have been entertaining Biddy, Pop- over and Fairy for the week end. Ex- pect to spend the afternoon with Grace, so must get busy. Married and Happy: Received your card: am glad you are better. Hope you will keep so. All good wishes, . AUNTY NO. 1. PLAIN NANCY’S CAKE RECIPES. Dear Editor and Social Corner Sis- ters:—I haven't had much time of late to write to The Corner, for I SUPERIOR BAKING POWDER [2 have been very busy; but not too busy to read all the letters sent in. I fnd’ them very interesting and help- ul. Crimson Rambler: I don’t think I made a mistake in sending the card to you. It was all for you. I don't know you pereonally, but used to'see you often when I lived in the village of S, about fourteen years ago. I had one son born there. If you visit with Merry Widow, some time I may have the pleasure of meeting you. As we live on the same street, we have a chat every day—lots of Social Corner talk, M. Roena: I think you were wise in choosing a home by yourself. There is no place like “home, sweet home.” You must have a very pretty home. I hope you will live long to enjoy it. Am sending a few recipes. Hope the Sisters will like them. White Cake—One and one-half cups of sugar, one-half cup butter, one cup milk, two and one-half cups flour, a pinch of salt; flavor; beat all well to- gether, then add the beaten whites of five eggs. Yellow Cake—Yolks of five eggs, one-half cup butter, one cup sugar, one cup milk, two and one-balf cups flour, a pinch of salt; flavor. Corn Fritters—One-half can of corn, one generous pint of flour, one heap- ing teaspoon of baking powder, one- half teaspoon of ealt, one egg, two cups of sweet milk. Nan: 1 think your idea as to mak- ing house dresses before cleaning a good one. I, too, am making four new Rouse dresses, one gray and white, one black and white, two blue and White. 1 haven't made caps to match, as I like the net caps best. They are cooler for the summer. PLAIN NANCY. THINGS ONE OUGHT TO KNOW. Dear Editor and Social Corner Friends:—The Sisters who are in the habit of canning strawberries try put- ting two tablespoons of vinegar to one quart of strawberries. This keeps them a beautiful rich color without ichanging their flavor. Vinegar will also remove whitewash spots. Saleratus or Soda—A little put into the starch, prevents clothes mildew- ng. Baking Powder—One-half a tea- spoon in dressing for fowls makes it more patable ang lighter; mix it well with other ingredients. Worn Sweaters can be made over into Billy Burke hoods, using the but- ton selvage for the turover section; the sleeves make nice leggins and odd pleces will make nice mittens for the children. Worn Couch Covers that are too much worn to use on the couch can be used to cover every-day sofa pil- low and chair cushions out of the £00d sections not much worn. Cloth Flour Bags—After bolling them 3nd getting the colored letters out make very good dishwipers; split them; sew the ends together will make & good roller towel. In winter time, try putting your hot water bottle filled with hot water In the basket of clothes to be hung out on a very cold day. It makes the clothes warmer and less liable to freeze before hanging, and they will not chill the hands so much. FARAWAY DAME. THERE'S ALWAYS ROOM FOR ONE MORE. Dear Hditor and Social Corner Sis- ters:—I have long been an interested reader of your letters and stories, and have found many nice recipes among them; and I wonder if one more writer will be welcome. I think'the meet- ing of the Sisters, the forming of clubs and getting to know each other must . SPECIAL TG WOMEN The most economical, cleansing ag germicidal of all antiseptics is Paxtine A soluble Antiseptic Powde: to be dissolved in water as needed. As a mediainal antiseptic for douchd in treating catarrh, inflammation d ulceration of nose, throat, and tha caused by feminine ills it has no equal For. ten years the Lydia E. Pinkha: Medicine Co. has recommended Paxtin in their private correspondence with women, which proves its superiorit, Women who have been cured sa it is “worth its weight in gold.” druggists. 50c, large box. or by mal The Paxton Toilet Co. Boston, Masi May the blessings of God be upon & of_us. Last season I received dahlia roof from the Soctal Corner Editor whic| proved a real delight to me. Th flowers were very pretty; with th little cultivation I could give them. watched for the Social Corner colo Among them was a cactus with petal like a tassel. They gained in roo and I shall have more this season. FRANK. Moosup. CONCERNING THE PICNIC DAT Dear Social Corner Editor:—I wal to come in and have a chat with Bid dy. 1 have been planning so muc upon meeting the Sisters at Coventn Lake picnic, I feel disappointed on ac count of its being set for a Saturda Last vear I had to give it up; and looking up June 12, I find that too, Saturday. Now Biddy is there any reason whi the picnic couldn’t be held on somy Wednesday or Thursday; instead o Saturday. It's a hard day for mog housewives to get away. 1 called two or three who I know would like go were it held on some other day o the week. Would it make any partic ular difference to you? As there ig some time yet, why not, make it a da: when most Norwich Sisters could com better. Dottie: . The sympathy of your Sij ters in The Corner are with vou your trouble. Your shut-in is o] her pain and suffering and is at Blanche: I found you out. Hf are those new before Easter chid I never found you out where thought I aid. Guess again. Bumble Bee: Ha! Ha! Because yol were found out you changed agal and then again. Heard of you call ing on a Social Corner Sister lasd week. DomPedro: Did you get my card af few days ago? Have you forgotten wrote you a letter last. Hope you a not sick. The nice weather is comin; on. Cherisette: Why don't we hear from you? Are you too busy? Sat besidd your brothers wife at the movies lately. . Crimson. Rambler: .. Hope to be abl to attend Club. NO. 2. meeting at yo home May 4th.: What a . jolly tin] ’ll have. iy g _CALLY LILY. GREETINGS FROM BECCY. ¢ - ! I have tried many ‘of the helps ang recipes and found them very useful Frozen: As you have left the colk state of Maine hope you will sod] thaw out and write us once mor) Hope you are much improved be very enjoyable, and vet there is some enjoyment in wondering “Who is Who " Chatterbox: 1 like your letters and have tried some of your recipes and found them good. Spring Chicken: You have a guess coming, for I know you. With best wishes. Mansfield Depot. THANKS FROM FRANK. Dear Editor and Cornerites—I hope you are all in good spirits after the drifting snow of April 3rd. Now as I see the robins and blue-birds about it seems cheery. They make the world a better place for us all to live in, I thank the dear Sisters for the beautiful letters and .cards that came my way before and after our 5th an- niversary and Easter Sunday. The pleasure of receiving them I cannot express in words. Cards came from Faith, Balsam Fir; Billle, Blanche, Lucy Acorn, Theoda, Aunty No. 1, Potlatch, Chatterbox, Mtta Barber, Keziah Doolittle, Morn- ing Glory, Enid, Bright Ray, Sunshine, Ready, Saturday Eve, representing the Social’ Corner bond of sympathy and made me feel as if you all were just over the garden &wali. % Aunt Mehitable: I am- glad your arm is so near well. If I hold out some time I'll try to answer your inquiries. T appreciate all of the kind thoughts of me. I belleve in the religion of love and happiness and have glorious times. Thanks for your touching kindness. I WONDER. health. 3 Ready: I always enjoy reading your letters; and I also like Etta Bar ber's, as she always has good sub jects. In fact, the . writers are &l .good, not a poor one among them. 0. H. O.:" I have written Yyou Jetter which I will send directly; hoj it reaches you all safe. Best wishes to the Sisters, Maine. THANKS FROM DOTTIE. To the Editor and Social Corner Sis ters:—I wish to thank those who hav so kindly remembered me with 800 thoughts. Lucy Acorn: Just got your card. know if you truly love flowers the will almost talk to you. I touch thig one and say: ] “No! Mother won't give you a dri today. You dont’ need it!” To another 1 will say: “Yes, yol shall have all you want to drink” an feel they sense the love I have fO them. The past winter I have had vel few on account of sickness, but I lo} flowers well. Theoda: Just got your card, owi to my own fault, but I aid feel pleasd to think you remembered me sl kindly. Good bye for this time. DOTTIE. It is reported that oil fields ha been discovered in the Vacuifa Moun} tains of Bolivia. A lesson of the European War Once more, among countless times, has the of chocolate and cocoa been demonstrated,. 't food value th serving as BAKER’S | SWEET CHOCOLATE has always had this guarantee edients of this Chocolate are guaranteed to be pure A uné s : cocoas superior blend and sugar.” The genuine has this irade-mark on the package, and is mage only by Walter Baker & Co. Ltd. Established 1780 DORCHESTER, MASS.