The San Francisco Call. Newspaper, April 12, 1903, Page 15

THE SUNDAY Ad - - B Exercise for the Woman | Who Has Flesh to Spare and for the Dumpy Girl—The Mer- \ cury Poise and tae Ostrich \ Walk | BY KATHERINE MORTON. N reg educing or increasing weight, se is llke a good ruie— & is, work hard, fest 8 educe weighj, dress war . xercising, eat little and a we t the rule work the o at is, do the opposite in eve 2 Pienty of exe and little sleep—tkis is always the mess 1 who ] g & and » pro the : - ek The s flesh a = f the . N educe s be vsed o ap,a » € f muscu.ar sue about the | g and backwar e unge three knve - s aced exercise is the *os a hrow walk lightly Sore toes ght long springy steps the same time pus! wit st and backwar witk row * the right a " F r g backward a eice for training the fig Ty T T A, g i g becoming expert g a few steps and the A muscles begin to feel e simple movement, so familiar to n £ ver and floor w r tips without ber he k s # excellent in obesity cases L4 stout wom cannot = = at the first or second trie rsist until she suc- Stand on tiptoe and then stoop suddenly ntil a g n the heele. Rise k must be kept straig % this movement b ¥ aiming at a ve the head the balls of or, 80 that the Knee floor w sla a be resumed by mer ter of gravity backwa extending the legs. Te w pose there is nothing better either alone or with If playing solitaire there graceful movements, which, however practice before any one n g with them suc- cessfull For instance, extend the arms on a line with the lers, touch the over the »ss and catch t G1i rd oblique right thre p whole weight on the right foot. The left toe only should rest on the s same time, holding t ba ise the arms slowly over the head. In this position, toss the ball upward and catch it. Raise the arms up and out, with a eir- cular movement, bring to the front, on a line with the shoulder, toss and catch the ball. Lunge to the right side, with the face to the right, describe a large circle with the right hand, the ball being held in the right hand, toss the ball and catch it with the palm of the hand downward. Straighten the right knee and bend the Jeft, describe a large backward circle with the left arm, toss the ball, which is held in the left hand, and catch with the palm of the hand upward. INTOITSIBLE MO T O - arms upward. outward and he sides »ss them in front of e ball Athletics sh aiways close with a the ulg and yawn after long m. As long azi- real stretct A close 18 is cor nsufficiently ox. a nd every least five full, deep breaths the open air. When you come to that, without well filled Iv ro- alth fs impossible, you will per- five times five deep breaths dur- mount of exercise to be taken is best left to the judgment of the individ- ual, but be sure to do enough. You can stand more th you think. Most of the talk about overdoing is to please lazy people. The danger is slight, especially realthy womer Work/ until you feel quite tired. Work regularly. It is well to get in the habit of counting the number of times you do each exercise, and then increase it by two or three from week to week. Considerable lameness is often experi- enced when oune first starts out on an ath- letic career, but it will go away of itself in a day or two. Lameness is a sign that the muscles are beginning to grow. If you do not get lame you are not doing enough. If headache and dizziness are produced by exercising, simply rest when this comes on and try again later. In the end the exercise will cure a tendency to head- ache, as a well developed neck gives the brain a freer blood supply. Brain work- ers should practice all exercises which tend to develop the neck. After exercising, a bath should be taken, However, do not neglect the exercise if you cannot take the bath. It is better to exercise and go without the bath than to bathe and not exercise. Don’t think, because you devote twenty minutes or a half hour to gymnastics, that outdoor work can be neglected. Wo- men should run more. Many women walk well, but the running gait s strange and awkward to them. Tennis, golf, rowing, riding and wheel- ing are all excellent adjuncts to home athletics, because they supply certain ele- ments which go far to increasing beauty. They are intcresting in ghemselves, and not merely for their reSults, and that means at least one element of charm—an enthusiastic and vivacious expression. One last word. Even wrinkles and | are susceptible to the influence of exer- cise. Answers to Correspondents. Mattie W.—If you have got in the habit of stoopirg, place a weight on your head and, with hands on hips, rise slow on the toes. Retain this position as long as possible, then descend slowly to the nor- mal position. A heavy book answers very well fo: the weight. Something breakable is even better, Tracy, B. H.—One of the best remedies for a sallow or muddy complexion is a generous diet of fruit. Among the most valuable fruits for this purpose are ap- ples, figs, prunes, peaches and grapes: Nellle Bly—The receipt for tar ointment calls for two ounces each of fresh lard and tar. Melt the lard, mix the tar with it when at a moderate heat and strain, Stir until cold. A good liniment for a rheumatic finger is made by taking equal parts of ore- ganum oil, tincture of oplum, spirits of ammonia and sweet oil. Always shake thoroughly before using “nd apply to the finger with gentle friction. Do not use where the skin is broken, Ellen, Grace and Gussie—An excellent shampoo is made by beating the yolk of an egg in one pint of water and adding one ounce spirits of rosemary, Rub this well into the scalp. Rimse with clear wa- ter. Before using the mixture give scalp and hair a thorough brushing with a siean brush. Brushes should be washed at least three times a week. Better not brush the hair than to use a soiled brush. It only makes matters worse, 1 Clara M. and Mrs. 8. 8.—To manicure first dip the hand in warm, soapy wa- ter, using the best soap you can find. Soak the hand for three or four minutes and then wipe dry. With the safety sci: sors cut the nalls in curves, not pointed. Push the cuticle back carefully from the pail with the orange wood stick, with which also tls nalls gre cle Put a nail powder and cream on each nail, and polish gently. anna W.—If you get thirsty after ex- ng, and don’t care to drink too much water for fear of getting fat take a little orange or lemon juice. A mouthful of fresh fruit quenches thirst i it is the throat that gets stomach, and a sip of water will quench the thirst as much as a deep drink. Gloriana—If your apartment is small you can buy a portable swinging bed for yvour little girl, which can be adjusted at night and folded away in the day. Annette W.—All women cannot follow the same rule as to the poise of the Lead. As statement it is safe to say they should all hold their*heads high, but even this would be misleading. For in- stance, the woman with a too strong and prominent chin should be wary of adopt- ing the uplifted tilt, so wondrously sweet for a delicately molded chin, ,She would appear too aggressive and assertive. Margaret.—Yes, 1 can give you that ta- bie which some learned individual has made out and labeled “A Woman's Chance, From chances in 100. ¥From 2 R ses In 100. ¥From 25 to 20, 14 chances in 100. From 30°to 35, 12 chances in 100. ¥rom 35 to 40, ¥rom 40 to 45, From 46 to 56, UV o = H 5 a 8 a g g chance in 100, Phebe Anna.—A masseuse rubs oll into the thin and scrawny neck. She opens the pores with hot water and then they abserb the ofl more readily. Josephine L.—It is in Siam that woman is called a walking calendar. On Sunday she wears red silk, with rubies, if she is rich; Monday, white is worn; Tuesday, pink; Wednesday, ‘green; Thursday, yel- low; Friday, pale blue; Saturday, a very dark blue or black. Betty.—Half olive oil and half glycerine is good to massage arms and throat. Once a week bathe with rose water containing a few drops of benzoin. Anna M, M.—For an ofly complexion, bathq the face twice a week in warm wa- ter containing powdered borax—one tea- spoonful of borax to one quart of water. AREDU CIN ADI7OIE FITSIE ABorr THE HIPS~ - S '\\\ N N, Rinse with clear water. Dally use of bo- rax would make the skin too dry. Rosy R.—For dry hair, an effective wash is one part glycerine to three parts rose water, with five grains of salt of tar- tar to about one-half pint of the lotion. All lotions must be well shaken before used. Ada 8. —To darken the eyebrows, a harmless stain is made of one-half dram of gum arablc, four ounces rose water, and enough India ink—perhaps half a dram—to color the mixture. H. G.—""Will you kindly tell me how to make a toflet vinegar., and what I can do to make the pores of my face smaller? My skin seems to be changing to ma- hogany color uisee T-am tn great trouble. matic toilet water take t of aleohol, 1 ounce acetic acid, ssence of bergamot and § drops ieroli and essence of amber- gris. Mix well, bottle and use a little as needed. Tollet water m be used in the bath, and is most reshing; or if one does not e to indulge so luxurious- ly a few drops poured on a towel which dipped in hot water is refres on face and hands. Its daily . howeve ot advised, as anything containing aleohol is drying to the skin enlarged pores use a complexion sh or sponge every night while giving the face a thorough washing with warm water and soap. Rinse with warm water. While the skin is still warm rub in a mond ofl, or almond meal. If your skin is yellow your liver is out of order, and you should consult a physician. Take a glass of hot water before breakfast and another the last thing at night. a half pi 10 drops ecach oil of is you Kindly tell me the milk for heaith and for heaith” it must be taken internally. “for beauty” externally. Milk must be sipped or taken slowly. A little lime water added to it makes it more digestible. About a teaspoonful to a glass of milk is the correct proportion. To prepare lime water pour 1 pint boil- ing water slowly over a piece of unslack- ed or cukk lime about as large as a hen's egg. When coid pour off and bottle and uge as needed. Or you can buy lime water at a chemist's. If you want to give the face and hands an occasional milk bath use warm milk at night and let it dry on. Wash off with warm water in the morning. Nothing is better for a sunburned nose than a coat of sweet cream put on at night. Goodwin.—*“Will you tell me how to get nice red cheeks? Sometimes my face is so0 pale that I hate to look in the mirror. Housework, walking and correct breath- ing should give you celor. 1f housework and a walk of at least two miles daily are out of. the question, spend ten minutes morning and afternoon in the open air or before an open window practicing correct breathing. Inhale slowly and as much alr as possible, swelling out the lower chest at the sides just below the armpits as air is drawn in. Hold the breath five seconds, measuring time with footsteps, and then exhale slowly and gradually. Inhale again, and hold the breatly for ten geconds. Exhale fylly and inhale again, and hold for twenty seconds. If you cam practice correct breathing while taking a brisk walk your cheeks will soon take on color. Hazelle.—"1 am In great trouble about my hair. It is very ofly and quite thin"™ Rub the scalp every night with aleo= hol and water. A good plan s to pour into a shallow dish about one-quarter eup of water containing four tablespoonfuls of alcohol. Take a clean nall brush and g0 over the whole scalp. Still another remedy Is to dissolve one tablespoonful of powdered borax about one-half eup of water and rub the scalp well with it ity either one of these remedies three times a week and discontinue as soon as the hair is less . Washing soda may be substituted for the borax. It makes a stronger solution, but if used too often the hair will become h For thin hair bru Lift the hair up Massage the head to ventilate the with cold water am; ofl der, 10 drops. 8. D.—*“W1ll you kindi; thing that will make my ha as it 1s very light, and please tell me how to make my eyebrows and eyelashes thicker and darke \crease growth of eysbrows and eyelashes, olive oil rubbed on dally beneficial; or a lotlon made o Common salt, 13 dram; camphor, § gral alcohol, 3 drams; ofl rosemary, Dissolve camphor and ¢ he alcohol and add salt. Shake well before Apply this to eyebrows and to ey if you can do so withdut getting any in ,» make brows and darker bofl two ounces walnut bark powdered a ves a dark t nall brush hair. eyebrows BY TXALYTN G ST A4S EDCLED VEXR FroFlreE IO SYLRE- 77 TUVONSC STOPOX - me how to make white.” Use the lotion 3 advised atove to “S. D.” Bathing in weak, warm salt and water is good to increase growth. For your hands r you wash them and before d on glyecerin dfluted with water or rosewater to which a little acetic acld is added. A good plan is to keep a bottle of this preparation en the toilet ta e proportions are, 1 ounce glycerir ces water and 1 dram acetic acid. v when washing the hands r r oatmeal. The ofl in the meal makes and keeps the hands soft and smooth. Don't hold the hands down. The blood distends the veins and makes the hands red thereby Mrs. L. H. B.—If your daughter is un- dersized let her spend much time in the open air, give her good, nourishing food— no pastriés or sweets—and let her get at least ten hours’ sleep every night. These are some exercises which she may practice dally: Reach up with the arms, first one and then the other, though trying to touch the ceiling. Th lengthens the line from the waist up. Again, stand firmly and bend the bedy forward 1 able to touch the toes with the fingers without bending the Kknees. This stretches the muscles of the leg, just as breathing exercises expand and broad- en the chest must hold herself very erect, without e least bend of the knees. Draw the hips well back and throw out the chest. Carry the head high snd well poised. June Vassar.—To keep your halr in curl in damp weather try one ounce powdered borax, one and a half drams gum arable and one-half pint boiling water. After 1h& borax and gum arabic have dissolved in the water add one-half teaspoonful of spirits of camphor. On retiring moisten the hair with this and put it up on cloths or kid “curlers.”” Another hair curling fluid is made of one dram sum traga- canth, three ounces alcohol and one ounce rosewater. ¥or the red spots caused by pimples, hold hot cloths on the face and while the skin is still warm rub in al- mond oil. Harrie.—For freckles dissolve two drams of powdered borax and three drams of granulated sugar In drams of lemon Juice. Dip a soft cloth in warm water, wring nearly dry, pour some of the lo- tion on the cloth and rub on the freckles. Repeat the operation daily until the freckles disappear.