Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 65, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 18 March 1915 — Page 2

HAPPENINGS in the CITIES

Pittsburgh Firemen Have Trouble With “Varmints” PITTSBURGH— North side firemen are having their troubles with river crabs, leeches, rats and other such pests. The rats are especially bold and pestiferous about old Allegheny city hall, the engine houses and patrol

poisoned baits for him but he actually laughs at our attempts to catch or poison him. Pinkerton, who has the night turn here, says the rats gambol all around him nightly. He says an old rat brought her whole litter of young into the operating room last night and 'put the litter through a regular gymnastic turn.” The firemen at No. 43 engine house say they can’t keep an egg overnight there because of the raids of the rats. The firemen say the rats carry the eggs off to their nests without breaking them. They kept watch over a basket of eggs set on a high shelf one night' and saw an old gray rodent steal an egg from the basket, carry the egg to the edge of the shelf in its front legs, then drop on its back to the floor in such a manner as not to break the egg, and scamper away on three legs to its hole, deftly holding its plunder with one front paw. One night recently when the firemen of No. 46 engine company reached the Hack residence fire in Sherman avenue they found they could get no water through one of the nozzles, although there was nothing wrong with the water supply. Unscrewing the nozzle from the hose they found a huge river crab in the noule. Operator Heer had an experience with a denizen of the North side water supply that gave him quite a fright. He was taking a bath in the fire alarm bathroom. When he was completing his bath a leech, four inches in length and hungry looking, came wiggling through the water at him. Heer gave a yell and leaped from the tub as though a tarantula were after him.

St. Louis Dog Objects to Singing of “Tipperary”

ST. LOUIS.—When a dog his lived his whole life in Teutonic surroundings, living on sausage and discipline and trying to keep his place in the sun, despite the passing brewery yachts, it is not essential to his welfare that his

neatly cropped musical ears be assailed with “Tipperary." This Is illustrated by the fact that Dick Goeppner of this city, who burst into the wrong song at noon in the presence of his bulldog Stein, was enterfid at St. Luke’s hospital before lunch time had elapsed. Although Stein had not been seen barking in front of the bulletin boards or growling ove? any late dope from the eastern theater of war, it appears that deep in his soul he has been

harboring the instincts of a dachshund. Mr. Goeppner, who is the owner of the Park hotel at Salem, had no hint of the dog’s military leanings and had always considered him a perfectly harmless and reasonably neutral Boston bulk The attack, the revelation, and the quiet ride to the hospital happened sc quickly that Mr. Goeppner even now is not sure that the dog has established himself as a faithful and untrammeled supporter of the kaiser.' He is of the belief that if Stein is to support the German principle in the future it will be necessary to wear a suit of armor while slipping him his meals. It was just after twelve o’clock when Mr. Goeppner, with his feet propped up on a steamer chair on the porch of his hotel, puffed a cigar slowly and then in a powerful barytone sang: * “It’s a long way to Tipperary; it’s a long way to g oup-ow-fpl-lpstk-pn-f-f ” / ‘ Neighbors rushed to his assistance, removed the cigar fFbm his windpipe and dragged Stein to the back yard.

Salt Did Not Make Miss Connelly’s Money Grow

NEW YORK. —Because salt sprinkled on a $2 bill failed to make it grow to great riches. Margaret Connelly, a maid employed in the hbine of Mrs. William Strauss, on East Seventy-fourth street, pursued an alleged fortune

told him she nad only a $2 bill,* the “fortune teller" graciously took it, put it in an envelope and called for a salt cellar. He sprinkled the bill liberally with the salt and then handing the shaker to Maggie, ordered her to shut her eyes and shake salt on her money, while he solemnly intoned, “Abracadabra boobissimus fondoo." Having completed this magic formula, he ordered the maid to open her eyes while he was sealing the envelope. He handed* it to her and she could feel the crackling paper and the scratchy salt inside. The fortune teller told her to put the envelope under her pillow* that night, and when she opened it in the morning she would find that she was wealthy! Well, she was wealthy,> in experience, for the envelope, on examination the next day, was found to contain tissue paper- and starch grains, the fortune teller having switched the envelopes while Maggie’s eyes were shut.

Baltimore’s Police Dogs Busy Catching Thieves

BALTIMORE. —Following the lead of the great cities of Europe, Baltimore now has added dogs to its police force. They are two in number, tawny Airedales, not especially beautiful, but well trained and, as they already have demonstrated, competent guar-.

dians of the peace. Billy and Rover, as they are named, have been assigned to outlying posts and.travel beat with uniformed men. They “sleuth”* up, dark alleys and in the shrubbery and have been taught to eat only food given them at the police station in order to prevent their being »poisoned. They live at the homes of the patrolmen with whom they work, .and hav.e passes' on the street cars, just like

their human colleagues. The dogs 'Fere imported, from England and cost, inrinding transportation, $lB2. They were trained by Major Richardson of London, who trained the police dogs of Great Britain. Paris and Berlin There dogs search out the underbrush,' and do a turn around all of the houses that are in the suburban section in search for maraudera If any are found, or anything arouses their suspicion, they immediately attract the attention of the policemen with whom they are working, ahd a furthet investigation is made. One of the principal, tricks to which they have been trained is the chasing and capture of persons running from the police. When a prisoner begins to run, the policeman turnsthe dog loose with a "Go get Mm" mrt the dog darts in and out between the legs of the rupner and thrpws hfm tn tba ground. Then he tries to hold the man down intll moUdemaD arrives.

stations. The fire alarm office oh the third floor of old Allegheny city hall has a tribe of rats Which the operators there declare are the boldest rodents they ever had with. One old rat, the operators say, has a strong liking for soap and carries off every cake of that necessary article for cleanliness that is left in the bathroom. “We have set all sorts of traps for that rat,” said Operator Heer, “and left the most tempting of

teller in Fifth avenue until he was arrested. In Yorkville police court Maggie told Magistrate Breen that the accused, Robert Noble, had promised marvelous alchemy in transforming her 52 bill into untold wealth by a magic process. Maggie said he offered to tell her fortune for 50 cents, and then asked her if she wished to be wealthy. Maggie did. and the man then asked her for a 510 bill. The maid related that after she

THE EVENING REPUBLICAN, RENSSELAER, IND.

CREPE DE CHINE is proving to be a staple and most dependable material for many purposes. It has gained ground in favor for separate waists, for undergarments, and is holding its own among fabrics for spring dresses. The fact that it may be satisfactorily dyed makes it useful to those who require service as well as attractiveness in their gowns. A light colored crepe will dye to a dark brown or black and come out as good as new. An afternoon gown in light colors may be converted into a street gown in dark tones. The new short jackets and straight hanging coats, and the still popular tunics, help out in remodeling. The chiffon sleeve and the sleeveless bodice of satin, are great helps in changing the old into the new. In the picture a pretty dress in dark, bronze brown is made with an under petticoat of ankle length bordered with a soft satin in the same

NO MATTER whether the bonnet that is to frame the sweetest of all the little faces in the world, is plain or a froth of dainty ruffles and shirrings, it is made with exquisite and loving care. But rarely is the baby’s bonnet at all plain; for early in life the privileges of the gentle sex are claimed for the baby girl. When she has graduated from the little caps of lace or pretty needle-worked silk or mull, in which she makes her first journeys into society, she is decked out with bonnets that are as elaborate and exquisitely wrought as thought can make themNo sooner can she hold her head up proudly than those who know how design for her bonnets of silk or chiffon or exquisite sheer linen or cotton fabrics that are marvels of beautiful needlework. Babyhood is an inspiration which quickens the imaginations of those who provide its dainty apparel. it seema

The new bonnets that have .been prepared for the coming of spring for little ones from two to four years old are difficult to describe. They are a mass of fine materials covered with tiny, hand-run tucks, shirrings, minute embroidered flowers and delicate laces. Ribbon rosettes and bows, little nosegays of soft chiffon flowers and the' filmiest and fullest of ruchings. make them look like glorious blossoms. Bonnets designed for the baby girl of three or four years are often developed with draperies over a foundation cap that fits the head. In a very beautiful one a square of fine white ■ilk is finished about the edge with

Idea.for the Remodeled Gown

Dainty Frame for Baby’s Face

color as the tunic. The long tunic hi cut to fit about the hips and with a slight flare to the bottom. The bodice of net and chiffon is merged into the skirt with a high gathered girdle and suspenders of the crepe.

The straight jacket is laid in plaits at the middle of the back and front and in the shoulder seams. The fullness at the bottom is gathered into a narrow hem which is headed with a band of silk embroidery in tones of brown, blue, rose and gold. The sleeves are long and flnlslfed with a flaring cuff of satin. The high turn-over collar at the <back is made of satin also. A little study of this model will interest the woman who has in mind the remodeling of a gown. The introduction of satin and chiffon, and the fashion in cutting the jacket and tunic, help to make her task an easy one, promising a happy conclusion.

little embroidered scallops and covered with embroidered sprays of lilies-of-the-valley. This square is caught to the foundation cap with little chiffon proses in clusters of three. They are made of palest pink chiffon. The points of the square are turned back at each side of the front and the softest and fluffiest of ruchings edges the cap. The ties afe of soft? wide satin ribbon just long enough to tie in a pretty bow under the chin. The caps for younger babies are not draped, but much fine needlework embellishes them. Tucks and embroidery are nearly always employed in making them. Fine narrow edging and insertions of lace help to fashion elaborate head-wear for even the tiny infant. JULIA BOTTOM LEY.,..

Buttons Are Large.

Perfectly enormous buttons are used on the new spring blouses and these mammoth buttons certainly give much style to simple, high-necked models. Usually the buttons are of the blouse material —pussy willow silk, goldenrod satin or Georgette crepe; but they may be of fur, or plush, or chenille, or even bone.

To Hold Hooka and Eyes.

If hooks and eyes are buttonholed in place they will not pull off. Three or four such stitches will hold them firmly, while it takes twice or more that number if taken in the usual over-and-over way. And even then they loosen readily.Trybuttonholing them to place and you . will be convinced.

GETHERED SMILES

BETTER FIT.

Reggy De Sapp—Weally now, don’t you think I’d make a good fullback? Football Captain—A straight front would be more in your line, my boy.

Poor Business Men.

In days of old, when knights were bold, They had some goodly fights. But they were chumps; they never sold The moving-picture rights.

How Avoided.

He (disagreeably)—What 'the mischief is the matter with this dinner? She (mildly)—l cooked it, dear. He —Well, I was wondering what made it so much better than usual.

Special Inducements.

Madge—l understand the hotel proprietor objects to flirting. Marjorie—Well, why did be build the veranda with so many angles in it around the place?—Judge.

A Miscarried Scheme.

Mother —Why don’t you yawn when he stays too long? He’ll take the hint and go. Daughter—l did, and he told me what beautiful teeth I had. -

A Climber.

“My brother has made a name for himself, and that is more than you can say!” snapped Mrs. Gabb. “What did he do?” asked Mr. Gabb. “Adopt an alias?”

Its Object.

“Did you see where a national apple day is to be observed?” “I suppose on that occasion people •re expected to be patriotic to the core.”

Not That Kind.

•'They are even making a drink out of cotton.” “A drink?” “Certainly. Did you never hear of the cotton gin?”

The Feminine Advantage.

She —I see the new fashions for women are to be short and full; He-r-That is where you have the advantage. Men can’t be short and full at the same time.

Must Be a Long Way.

"Where’s Tipperary, dear?” “Why, in Ireland, I believe. Why do you ask?” “That's the place the English troops are marching to, isn’t it?”

Golfer’s Cause.

Lawyer—What are the grounds for divorce? Client —Well, her stance is rotten, she pulls her drives, and she goes all to pieces in the rain.—Judge.

NOT THE “BEST SELLERS.”

Miss Poser (the model)—l just had some, pictures taken. ■' Sketchley (the artist) —Gee! I wish somebody would take some of mine.

Retribution.

She wrote one, day some lines on ‘Time,” That locally, made quite a stir; > Twas years ago she wrote the rhyme— Now Time is writing lines on her.

His Feat.

“When that hotel keeper pursued his escaping defrauding guest to the steamer and had the fugitive arrested, he did a most unusual thing in his profession.” “He boarded a vessel and lodged • tMßpfiSnL* 7

PAT'S LATE SUPPER.

Pat had just arrived from the Emerald isle, and he was feeling very hungry, as he had not eaten anything since four o’clock last evening, and it •was now eight o’clock In tire morning. So he went into a restaurant! close by and asked the waiter how much would he charge him for a breakfast "One shilling," replied the waiter. “Well, how much will ye charge me for my dinner?” said Pat “One shilling and sixpence,” replied l the waiter. “Well, what will you charge me for my supper, then?” “Sixpence," was the reply. “Then, if ye please, will ye give ms my supper?” said Pat —Pearson’s Weekly.

Of Course.

“I suppose you read the statement made by a college president the other day that automobiles are demoralizing, more students than alcohol?" “Yes, I read it, blit I don’t agree with him.” “Why not?” "For the simple reason that alcohol, is within reach of the average student* while an automobile is not."

No Cause for Alarm.

“According to the latest estimates,**! growled the pessimist, “our is Increasing so rapidly that the land, will soon be inadequate for the support! of the people." “Oh, don’t let a little thing like thab push you off the aqua pura chariot.; Our medical colleges can easily double, their output if the country gets overcrowded.”

HE KNEW THEM.

Willie—Say, pop, what is a multimillionaire? His Father —A man who under protest pays tax on about $200,000.

Classified Laughter.

The kinds of laugh are far apart, As far as honesty from sham; Some of us laugh with mind and heart, ' Some merely use the .diaphragm.

Undeserved.

The cannibal picked his teeth reflectively. “Of course,” he observed,, “I have eaten worse specimens than the late governor, but —” He selected a cigar with a perfecto shape. “ —I can’t understand why they always said, ‘Your excellency’ when they addressed him.” —Fun.

Not a Diplomat

Knicker —Is your wife’s mother a diplomat? Bocker —No; she doesn’t go home after she has said the wrong thing.

The Limit

Weary Winfield was looking over a scrap of paper that had come with a handout. “Dis paper tells erbout a feller wot died from ennui. Wot’s dat?” "Dat,” replied Tired Thaddeus, "la the feelin’ wot comes to a man when he gits so lazy dat loafin’s hard work.”

The Way of It.

“How could that girl make all those rhen dangling after her believe she would marry them?” T guess she did it with her engaging ways.” i

A Mistake.

Birst Doctor —Did you see where Pillem said all operations are not necessary? ' Second Ditto—Of course, they’re all necessary. Don’t we need the inoney?

Natural Question.

Domestic —Ooo! Ooo! Ooo! I saw , a ghost on the back stairs! I’m sure I did! It was a woman! Mistress—Horrors How was she dressed? - /

Another Matter.

. “Those two men over there seem to be having a heated argument I just now heard one say something about , •that vile weed.* I’ll bdt he’s a fool ' reformer abusing tobacco.” “You do him a great injustice. Those two chaps are merely discussing the merits and demerits of the dandelion.”

Sympathy.

“I feel very nervous. A dog bit mn and the minute after ft had a lit” gregate to dolt” “Oh, the poor little creature!”