Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 38, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 13 February 1915 — Page 3

HAPPENINGS IN THE CITIES

Take Honeymoon Trip on a Chicago Street Car

CHICAGO.— -Car No. 2203 of the Chtttgo Surface Lines sang a song of ha»l*> ness the other day as it poked Its fender into unfrequented territory, kook" tog the Way to the State of Matrimony. It sang with its wheels as the miles

many others inside Car No. 2203, Mends of the girl ifa tha wedding gown and the man who clasped her hand. They were dressed, some of them, in costumes of another nation than America, in red and yellow and blue and green. There were decorations of all kinds in the car, flowers and ribbons and signs and placards, and here and there a suspended wedding bell. It was a long way—from. South Chicago—and the car had never been in the loop It whizzed its way in South Chicago avenue to Cottage Grove and thence downtown, and then it crept across the river and continued north in Milwaukee avenue. It found the State of Matrimony at St. George’s churdh, Milwaukee avenue and Robey street. And there it discharged its passengers, and the girl in the wedding dress and the man in his best attire were married. They were Eli Dianozich and Johanna Uzelac, both of 10722 Torrence avenue. They had come all the way to be married by a Serbian priest—the only Serbian Catholic priest in Chicago. Both the bride and her husband are of that nationality, and the woman had insisted she must be married by a priest of their own people. It would cost S2OO to escort them all—bridesmaids, best men, ushers, relatives and friends, but the street car did the job for much less —and more satisfactorily, everybody said.

Trade-Barring Restrictions Hamper New York

NEW YORK.—Manhattan is a much-restricted island and demon trade is barred in many spots. That is why many of the old mansions in the downtown section are in such a dilapidated condition and no effort is made to

Improve them. The restriction was put on the buildings many years ago to protect its neighborhood and at the time no fault could be found against the purpose of the covenant. But time has changed conditions and today this protective measure is a detriment. Yet it is a hard matter to have it removed, as the oourts rarely set aside such agreements. Restriction is a subject which is now receiving much attention from real estate men. The ad-

visory committee of real estate interests has selected a committee to do something to relieve real estate of the many thorns to be found through the lower sections of the city. Restrictions which have long outlived their gurposes are in operation. In business sections crowded with factories, lofty buildings and bumming machinery will be found properties conserved for dwelling purposes only. Sometimes one or two houses in a block are restricted, while at other places whole blocks are so affected. Through inherited obstinacy or that which comes with age covenants are held operative. The dwellings have passed from one stage to another until they are now beiiig used as furnished-room houses or shabby dwelling places. They cannot be used otherwise with the air full of business, trucks driving through the streets and the sun hid from view by a solid ring of tall factories. The Murray Hill restriction is one of the few which have withstood time and temptations bf money. No price, it seems, can get house owners to sell their property for trade. It matters not, anyway, for the restriction made in February, 1847, is strong and binding. It prohibits the use of property roughly between Madison avenue and Lexington avenue. Thirtyfourth and Thirty-eighth streets for business purposes. The defense of Murray hill has cost millions. I_—.

Midnight Cabarets for the Philadelphia Police

PHILADELPHIA. —Midnight parties in suburban railway stations, in which policemen and telephone girls dined sumptuously with wine and choice food, supplied from the pantries of fashionable society homes by housemaids,

tives and started an investigation. Detectives got chummy with the police and were invited to meet "chickens” at the depot parties. The “chickens" proved to be the maids, who brought all manner of choice viands. The railway station was the scene of nightly revels. A cozy fire would be built in the waiting room, supper served, followed by regular cabaret shows. The telephone girls were In league with the police and would “ring up” for them. Then the police would "snooze" all night on the benches,, so oblivious to their surroundings that one night an automobile overturned and crashed into the depot without awakening them. The detectives joined the parties and saw the processions of girls, with their delectable supplies coming nightly to the revelriesi The telephone company of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company and police officials were brought Into the case, with the result that wholesale dismissals have followed.

Brooklyn Taxicab Turns in Its Own Fire Alarm

n ROOICLYN, N. Y.—lt hf a wise auto that knows its own garage is afire; D yet a taxicab owned by Walter P. Pox was so well educated that it attempted to turn in its own fire alarm when its quarters began to blaze.

Mrs. Louis Strauss, wife qf Louis Strauss, residing at 369 Ovington avenue, heard the continuous hooting of an electric auto born in the garage - back of the house. When she stepped to the door to see who was fooling with the car she saw flames shooting from the corner add roof of the structure, a wooden building formerly used us u stable. She turned in sn alarm at oace. The fire, fed by an exploding tank containing Id gallons of gasoline, was

making considerable headway when the fire fighters arrived. The obstruction of the street by. the Fourth avenue subway excavations at this paint made it difficult tor the apparatus to maneuver, and the line es hose hud to be brought over the hack fence from Bar Ridge avenue. . Owing to the danger from exploding gasoline, ne one entered the garage until the fire was extinguished.. During all the time, before the fire was subdued and after the marine had boon dragged pat of m JHHKiBS building, thetaxi-kßpt ttpftr vmurnfnl howl, which was not ntffied until the batteries had cooled and ware disconnected from the horn. >

of track spun out behind them —sang because of the burden within its straphung sides—the most unique burden ever carried by any street car in Chicago. There was a girl in a satin wedding dress —a girl whose eyes were glad, and who nestled close to a good-look-ing man in his best attire. v And there were other girls in white, who held bouquets of pink roses in their laps,' and who sang songs in a foreign tongue. There were

who were participants in the “gayety,” have been revealed as a result of an exposure brought about by detectives, and have resulted in wholesale dismissal of policemen, “hello” girls and maids. The “gayety” was revealed in a report made by the Merlon Civic association. ' For several months Merlon has been terrorized by a band of burglars, who robbed home after home in the fashionable suburb. Edward Bok, with other Merion residents, hired detec-

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One of the Smartest New Coats

NOW that spring is not so far away, smart new coats have begun to herald its coming and to make us welcome the nearing day when we shall see greater numbers of them n the street. The showing of coats for early spring days reveals garments full of style, new and rather intricate cut, many military suggestions and faultless tailoring. It would be difficult to pick out a finer specimen of the between-seasons coat than that pictured here. It is of light tan covert cloth, trimmed with buttons and stitchings in self color. It fits easily about the neck and shoulders, flares in the skirt, and is a loose-hanging but graceful garment. This very desirable combination of good points is achieved in the cutting and in the wonderfully expert tailoring.. The sleeves are roomy at the top, sloping to regulation coat-sleeve size at the fore arm. The smart band cuffs are finished with buttons and simulated buttonholes, corresponding

Lovely Coiffures With Hair Ornaments

JUST how important the coiffure is in the scheme of things pertaining to dress can only be realized by changing it Or, if one can get within reach of a real artist in hairdressing, by having the hair dressed in the most becoming manner possible. This does not mean elaborately or always with waves, curls and puffs. But it generally means waves; there are few people who look their best with a coiffure of straight hair. The really good hairdresser considers the face of his patron, the contour of her head, the color and texture of her hair, and the occasion for which the coiffure is required, and then proceeds. The result is a revelation in graceful line and style. And If hair ornaments are brought into requisition they may be relied upon to furnish immensely becoming finishing touches. * Two lovely coiffures with hah- ornaments are shown here. In the picture at the left the hair is shown waved, .parted at the side and coiled in a short, soft French twist. Very short, frill curls are pinned in along one aide of the twist and an invisible net holds all in position neatly. A band of njurbw ribbon, woven In blocks of color, is brightened with little sparkling rhinestones set in short rows along each edge. This coiffure sad ornament are appropriate for afternoon as well as evening wear. A similar coiffure, except that the coil at the back is arranged in puffs on the crown, Is shewn in the second ■picture. The exquisite hair ornament Is made of abasd and winga of-rhiae-stones, the wings backed' with goura feathers. This is a brilliant but not

with the straight military collar with turnover back portion, also decorated with buttons. The coat is double-breasted, fastening with buttons down the front. A “V” cut in each side of the back serves a double purpose, as it helps to shape the garment and affords a position for further decoration with buttons. The let-in pocket at each side is defined with a button at each end. The coat is close-woven and comfortable for sharp weather that comes with early spring. The street gloves worn with the coat of tan are white with black and white stitching on the back. They are heavy and washable, with lining in chamois color —a new departure in fabric gloves. The small sailor hat is of satin with soft crown in a tan Bhade somewhat deeper than the coat. It is trimmed with a band of black velvet and a compact nosegay of small bright flowers.

too showy decoration, suitable to any occasion where evening dress is worn. Very effective and sometimes a little startling are the ornaments, in which two or three long, slender feathers spring from a band or a cabochon from the side of the coiffure. A single brilliantly marked quill, supported by a band, calls to mind the headdress of Indian maids and leaves no question in the mind as to the picturesque quality of a purely American style in feather decorations. ...

JULIA BOTTOMLEY.

To Wear With Furs.

The fur collarette of the winter demands something especially high in washable neckwear beneath it. For one thing, a collar of ordinary height will not show the coquetry and daintiness of its white edge above the fur, and for another thing, fur worn directly against the neck is apt to leave a disfiguring mark on the skin. Special new collars for wear with fur neckpieces are displayed in the shops. Usually a plaited ruffle of lace or net Is mounted on a tall, transparent stock collar of lace. Sometimes the plaiting stands up all around and sometimes it comes only across the back. The letter style is more be coming to the average woman.

Stripes for Evening.

Stripes such as were worn in the time of the French revolution are worn now, and especially for evening gowns in blach and -gold. - Skirts of this-are often worn with velvet ho*ices, generally of s Bright and pretty

SMILES

SELF-SACRIFICE.

“I only ask you for a dime, sir. I wouldn’t let you give me a cent more than that." "What! You wouldn’t accept a quarter if I were to offer it to you?” "No, sir.” "You’re a queer sort. Why not?” "In times like these, sir, I think It's every man’s duty to make his neighbor’s burdens as light as possible. Personally I’m doing without a number of little comforts I used to «njoy. Ah! - Thank you, sir. I was sure you’d understand.”

No Wonder.

“I ain’t going to pay you for that advertisement of mine that you had in your Sunday issue,” declared the proprietor of the Emporium. “What’s the matter?” asked the owner of the Daily Bazoo. “I advertised a sale of fall skirts,” said the proprietor of the Emporium, "and your fool printer made it read ‘full skirts,’ and I haven't sold a blame skirt."

Putting It Kindly.

“What I want,” said the candidate, •is a vindication.” "Well,” replied Parmer Corntossel, n tones of comfort, “maybe that’s what you’re going to get. Some of us voters have decided we think so much of you that we’re going to keep you right here at home with us.”

HER CURE FOR IT.

Mrs Boyle—How do yez kape from bein' lonely? Mrs. Doyle—Faith an’ whin I’m all alone 1 have the house full of company.

Change of Time.

In days of old when knights were bold. And with fair ladles smitten; As proof of love they begged a glove. But now men get the mitten.

Mean Slander.

“Of course that was a ridiculous story about a corps of Amazons. It would be worse than useless to form a corps of women.” “Why would it?” i—“Because when they found they were going to face the enemy they would want to use all the powder on their noses.”

Unique Decorative Effect.

“Pyrography Is not as popular as it used to be,” said Mrs. Wasserby. “No," replied Mrs. Judkins, “but Mr. Judkins still does a little of it now and then.” “You surprise me. I bad no idea that be had any artistic inclinations.” “He hasn’t. He merely leaves lighted cigars lying on chair arms and the edges of tables.”

Back to the Soil.

The city man was telling his friends of the delights of farming. “There i$ only one time a successful farmer gets back to the soli,” he said. “And that is?” "When he’s so far away from a garage that he has to climb under his auto and fix It himself.”

The Reason.

“I notice a large number of the men in this lighting plant are crazy about baseball.” “Yes; they're what you might call electric fans.”

A Concession.

Pullman Porter —Boss, yo’ sho’ am dusty. Passenger (resignedly)—Well, you may brush off about a nickel’s worth. —Judge.

Obliging^

*T told Tippins 1 didn’t like his face.” "What did he do?” "He changed countenance.”

A Just Grievance.

"Nowadays young people don’t have much respect for their elders,” said the old-fashioned man. "How can that be possible V' asked the debutante, "when their elders, obsessed by the desire to learn all the new trots, crowd yqpnger and bettor dancers off ballroom floors?”

Loosher or Loo-chee-er

W§£. "Sextet from Lucia," bring .. t-■•“Andeet-'tt; offc aartStm." - However they pronounce the thing. Thank heaven! the tune to still the

PA KNEW.

Earlie —What is graft, pa? His Pa—Graft, my son, is any pecuniary advantage enjoyed by some on# who opposes your political views.

A Young Philanthropist.

"I understand your boy is doing quite well in business, Mr. Rockejrby.” “Ahem! What do you hear?" "His friends tell me that he already] employs a larger office force thanyou do yourself.” "TJmph! He doesn’t need so many] clerks in his office and I’m getting] tired of paying their salaries. They are all college friends of his whom I suspect him of hiring to keep from becoming trolley car conductors and waiters.” *

A Lull.

"And you used to say you were in favor of reform.” “So I am,” replied the statesman. "But you are not talking about it now.” “Well, I think that in all fairness we’re entitled to rqst a little and enjoy the improvement we’ve already made.”

Doesn’t Bother With Names.

"I fear that Mrs. Blowster has a rather poor opinion of humanity in general.” “Why do you think so?” "There are so many individuals to whom she merely refers as 'that person.’ ”

A MODEST SINGER.

I do not care wbo makes the laws Of this great land of mine. If I can only sing her songs And get one bone per line.

Inventions.

Inventions strange Impressions give We praise them and we scoff. Sometimes they help us while we livet Sometimes they kill us off.

Diplomatic Parent.

"What makes you think Colons* Jawson objects to bis daughter's engagement to Billie Sml there?” asked Waterbury. "Why,” said Ranklelgh, “he has Just asked Billie to come around to the house to breakfast tomorrow morning, and —oh, well, you know what the average girl looks like at breakfast* don’t you?”—Judge.

Might Write a “Best Seller.”

“How are you getting along with your literary work?” "Not as well as I hoped.” tjjgffl “No?” "You see, I have a crimson velvet smoking jacket, a handsome pipe, a large waste-paper basket, a table, a chair and plenty of writing material* but to save my life I can’t formulate an idea.”

The Natural One.

•1 would like to have seen Jonah'* expression when swallowed up by the whale.” "He probably looked very mask down In the mouth.”

A Query.

“Pop, this paper says the Alp* guns barked at the enemy.” “Well, my son, what of that?” “Did they bark because the do* watch fired ’eu»r

Following the Styles.

of "her UmTStaSMTshSTwhat te “ "I fipr you ar« ~r to wear neat.” ‘