Evening Republican, Volume 19, Number 263, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 5 November 1915 — Page 3

Lady Nicotine, of Chicago Wins an Oklahoman

CHICAGO. — **A woman is only a woman,” quoted EM ward A. Kaselle of Tulsa, Okla., from Kipling, “but a good cigar Is a smoke.” “That being the case,” replied his friend, Clifford Outhouse of the auditing staff of the

cigar Outhouse had purchased for him and essayed to smoke his handkerchief. Every day after that he earned the respect and admiration of “Front” and his brethren by the princely manner in which he purchased cigars and cigarettes. Finally Mr. Kaselle told of his affection and promised faithfully if she would say “yes” he would keep the smoke out of the curtains. And Miss Hoskins could not gainsay her cavalier. But, alas, the money he had spent in the purchase of cigars and cigarettes since he began his suit had eaten up all his available cash. So Young Lochinvar, who had come out of the West like the original, had to go back to recuperate his broken fortunes. For several months he toiled and spun and smoked “three-fer” stogies. Then fortune smiled on him and he struck oil on an Oklahoma farm. The other day Miss Hoskins received the following telegram: “Come to Tulsa right away. Bring a box of my favorite cigars. Well get married right away.”

Gotham Girls Find New Ways of Making Money

NEW YORK. —Some of the young women who work their way while studying in this city have found new fields for earning more money than the women employed along regular lines. “1 am a visiting bootblack,” declared

a young western girl who occupies a flat on the upper West side. “Yes, I do other things besides blacking boots, but it was that particular branch of my trade which attracted attention and got me my clientele. I mend and clean gloves and renovate the wardrobes of men, women, children and dogs. My clients all admit that it was the bootblack that attracted them. Women hate to go to a bootblack and sit in their high chairs while they have shoes polished. I learned this

from one woman, so I had some cards printed which read: “Visiting bootblack and valet.’ Then I went to prosperous-looking apartment hotels, and after finding out the names of the residents, sent up my card.” Across the hall in the same flat house live three more girls who are working their way. One is from Pennsylvania, one from Texas and the third from up state. “I clean parlors,” said the New York girl. “I suppose you might call me a visiting parlor maid, for that is just what I am. There are many ladies who live in apartment hotels who, while they cannot afford to keep a personal maid, are willing to pay someone to come once a week to give their rooms a thorough cleaning. There I come in.” The girl from Pennsylvania found her field in the apartment houses with kitchenettes as a cook and general houseworker. She has all the work she can do, and declares that she is well paid for it. “My work is buying and selling secondhand lace and jewelry,” the girl from Texas admitted. “I didn’t originate the work. It might be called an inheritance. I make a good living out of it”

No Wonder Reading Residents Used More Water

READING, PA.—For some weeks the city water bureau noticed an amazing increase in the amount of water used in this city. Inspectors and registrars alike were unable to account for it. People who seldom used watei

reservoirs, nor that the local W. C. T. U. had been carrying on a Carrie Nar tion crusade in the neighborhood of the numerous city dams. By accident the key to the puzzle was found. One of the inspectois ol the state health board, patrolling the water shed, found several cider mills along the Maiden creek, which supplies the city, were dumping the waste and pulp from the apples used in making cider into the stream. This pulp, fermenting in the shallow places, produced the alcoholic juice that lent its peculiar applejack flavor later noticed in the city water. Even the fish showed the effects. Fishermen reported that the fish would not bite, but seemed to be running around recklessly in the water and indulging in antics that no fish in its right mind would think of.

Cupid Is Banished by Topeka Y. W. C. A. Official

TOPEKA, KAN.—A Pennsylvania girl, Miss Clare Armstrong, has the di» tinction of having chased Cupid out of the Topeka Young Woman’s Christian Association building. Miss Armstrong recently reached Topeka and the

day she came Cupid had to get out and stay out She tore up CupW* parlor and turned it into a matter-of-fact office. The trouble all started several months ago when Miss Margaret Dice, then secretary of the association, announced one day that Cupid’s parlor was to abolished. Cupid’s parlor consisted of a small room on the main floor which had been dedicated since the emction of the building to the use of the young women' who roomed at

|im j vuujj »»w——— the building as a place in which to entertain their men friends. It was properly equipped with big rocking chain, soft settees and cozy nooks and there was a pair of curtains hanging at the door which could be drawn almost but not quite together. There was a storm of protest. The girls threatened to go on a strlka Many of them said tney would leave the building if the beau parlor was itaken away. Miss Dice consented to wait until the arrival of Miss Arm (Strong. But that young lady, upon her arrival, gave Cupid the final swat.

IN THE CITIES

Hotel Sherman, “come on down and I’ll buy you a good one." Of course he meant a cigar. So the twain descended to the cigar stand, which was presided over by a blonde Lady Nicotine, whose real name is Mayme Hoskins. “What’ll you have?” queried Outhouse. But the mind of Kaselle had strayed from Havana to Arcadia at sight of Miss Hoskins. He mopped his fevered brow with the quarter

except to wash in had been Indulging in amazing quantities. Men who had not used it as a tipple for a long time had been forsaking bars and clinging to water attachments in public places In lieu of pumps. Analyses of the water discovered a peculiar taste. It was like three fingers of bourbon diluted to the eighth degree. This failed to solve the mystery, however, as no one supposed for a moment that a distillery had been located near any of the

THE EVENING REPUBLICAN, RENSSELAER. IND.

Rich and Elegant Coat of Plush

Just as comfortable as it looks to be and of exceptional style, the graceful coat shown in the picture is of battleship gray plush with trimmings of seal plush. Following the vogue in fur coats, the buttons are very large and covered with plush like that in the body of the coat. Everything in the design bespeaks an ample supply of the handsome fabric used. The waist portion is full and gathered in at the belt line. The skirt part is cut to flare and arranged to fall in godets about the figure. It falls to within six inches of the bottom of the dress skirt. The wide, flaring collar may be rolled up close about the neck or turned down, and the cuffs like it are wide and full. A big cable cord covered with the plush, conceals the joining of the waist and skirt at the belt line. It terminates in a long loop at the front which fastens over a button. A similar loop and button form the

Fashionable Neckwear in Many Designs

The simple quaker collar of organdio, and the soft, pretty fichu of batiste are just now enjoying a high tide of favor. There is something demure and fine about them, with their little sprays of embroidery, neat hemstitching or insertions and edging ,of narrow lace. They add a touch of quaint pnrt restful style to the frock that is simply made and are almost always becoming. But the very thin woman must think twice, before adopting her neckwear, no matter bow appealing and fashionable it may be. The angular figure is much improved by styles that are hign, at the back and sides anyway, and those that have very narrow “V” sfiaped openings at the front, or others that are high all around. Of the former styles there are many good examples and one of them is shown in the picture above. This collar consists of a double band of organdie, having a more or less high turnover collar about the BPCIr and a pretty graduated ruffle at

neck fastening and two of the large buttons are placed at the back of the coat on the belt line. The heavy cuff is attached to the sleeve under a single big button. The straight, ample coatsleeves are set into the arm’s-eye without fullness. A coat, of this description, like a fur coat, is suited to all kinds of wear. It is a handsome garment, much more durable than ordinary fur, and its appearance is little affected by weather or wear. If one must choose between a coat made of this or a similar fabric, and a cheap fur, the plußh coat is the better choice. Designers, working with these new and beautiful fur-fabrics, are making some original and very beautiful garments. Their aim seems to be not to imitate the coat made of skins but to equal or exceed it in richness and elegance of appearance. That is, designers are working with reference to the fabric and thinking in terms of plush with wonderful results.

each side. The ruffle is edged with narrow cluny lace, and tiny pearl Duttons are added to the band at one side by way of further decoration. This collar fills out the slender neck and at the same time sets close to it. The ruffles also improve a fiat chest and add the charm of daintiness and freshness which it is the part of organdie and lace to play. . Many new collars have been designed for the holidays and among them everyone may expect to find a collar adapted to her own style.

JULIA BOTTOMLEY.

A Novelty.

The sword cord is the latest dress accessory. Tt passes around the waist and two knotted ends, usually ornamented with tassels, fall over the skirt. There is more and more tendency to do away with girdles and sashes, in behalf of new princess effects, but the sword cord defines a slender waist line prettily and gives a graceful trimming for a single frock.

SMILES

HOW IT HAPPENED. “I wish,” said the young man in the parlor scene, ‘that you would be less formal and call me by my first name.” “I’d rather not," replied the fair maid on the other end of the sofa “Your last name suits me, all right.” And a few minutes later they were discussing the merits of the different firms that supply furniture on the Installment plan.

Hubby’s Suggestion.

"Now, would you have a fern for a centerpiece, or a rosebush In bloom?” "My dear, scenery is all right in Its place, but your meals are a trifle decorative. Might I make a vulgar suggestion as to a centerpiece.” "Y-yes.” “I recommend a beefsteak smothered with onions."

ELEVATING.

Josh —Penly tells me there is something elevating about his new play. Bosh —I suppose he means the elevator. It is being produced at a roof garden.

Bound to Right Itself.

Upon Its axis turns the earth. So let not grim suspicion frown And say in tones devoid of mirth It’s permanently upside down.

Good Substitute.

“He never said a word when the committee expected a speech; just handed over his contribution.” “He didn’t have to speak. Money talks.” It Was the Color. “This scientific article says that flies will keep away from anything blue.” • “In that case I suppose we can leave the milk uncovered.”

Work Is Work.

“Well,” she inquired, “what can 1 do for you? Do you want employment?” “Lady,” replied the tramp, "you means well, but you can’t make work sound any more invitin', by using words of three syllables.”—Ladies’ Home Journal.

An Exception.

“The trouble with you, Doppel, is that you always jump to conclusions.” “I don’t always do that.” “Cite me an instance.” “Well, I saw a man chewing a straw yesterday, but I didn’t jump to the conclusion that he was a vegetarian.”

Early Opportunity.

“My ancestors were among the pilgrim fathers.” “Well,” said Mr. Cumrox, “I congratulate you. Even in social matters there’s nothing like getting in bn the ground floor.”

NOT THE KIND HE WANTED.

Deacon Hardycyder—Young man, 1 want tew see a fust class, a-number-•one separator — Percy Smart (a new clerk and not familiar with farm implements)—Ah! ha! So you are having trouble with your better-half, eh? Well, sir, there is an excellent divorce lawyer on the tenth floor.

Would Mean Something.

“Most of these city flags are very inappropriate, it seems to me.” “Think so?" ‘ \ V “Now, take Boston, for instance. With a pot of beans and a couple of codfish you could fix up a neat and significant design.”

The Easy Epithet.

"Father,” said n»e small boy, “what |s, a demagogue ?” “A demagogue is a man who can persuade people to listen to arguments with which you do not agree.”

All Mixed Up.

"Well, bow did you come out with your Jury duty?" "I don’t like it,” confessed Mrs. Wombat. ‘When the lawyer for the plaintiff got through, 1 was sure he was right When the attorney for the defendant finished, I felt certain he was right. When the judge got through, 1 didn’t know who was right’

What He Celebrates.

"It’s five years ago today and Fm going to celebrate my wouldn’t wedding.” “Wouldn’t wedding? Wooden, you mean.” "No. Wouldn’t Five years today since 1 asked a girl if she’d marry, and she said she wouldn't” —Browning Magazine.

Not What He Meant.

“If I have my way we will never have a quarrel!” "Why, I thought we were going to marry?” “We are.” “Then why do you talk as If you would leave me forever if you had your way?”

Somewhat Different.

"Marriage," remarked the old bachelor. “is but a lottery after aIL” “That’s where your wheels skid,” replied the man who had been trotting in double harness for many years. "If you draw a blank in a lottery you can throw away the ticket and that’s the end of it."

Will Boon Know.

“What,” queried the unsophisticated youth, “is the best way to find ort what a woman thinks of you?” “Marry her,” replied the Shelbyvllle sage; “then wait a few days."

A Straight Tip.

“Colonel, please give me a little advice on racing matters. I understand you are an excellent judge of pace.” “I am, son, and the one you are going will last about two years.”

AS OTHERS SEE US.

Mabel—Reggy Staylate’s as bright as a dollar. Kitty—Huh! He reminds me of a punched nickel. Mabel—What’s the answer? ( Kitty—He’s so hard to get rid of.

Simple Method.

How easy It would be to run The most extensive nation 11 all Its business could be done By learned conversation.

Great.

Nodd—"How is the music In the Bingbang restaurant?” Tom—" Wonderful! I was there with my wife for an hour the other evening and couldn't hear a word she said.”

Sign of Sapience.

"Pa, why do people call the owl the bird of wisdom?” “Because he’s got sense enough not to come out and fly around until all boys of your age are in bed.”

On the Links

Maude—Say! but young Driver has a well-knit figure. Clara —Sure! His mother thought that was altogether too good a sweater to send to the Belgians.—Judge.

Advice.

Advice should like a drug be used. Though sometimes It acts quicker. A little should not be refused; Too much will make you sicker.

Not Necessary.

“Is your daughter going to study the science of pyrography?’’ “ ’Tain’t necessary. 1 can teach her all the pie science she needs at home."

Used to Talk Through.

Omar —I wear out six hats every year. Heiny—Why don’t you use a telephone?

Same Thing.

“When explorers brought those buried cities in Europe to the surface, they did exactly the same thing as the volcanoes which destroyed them.” “How so?” "They raised them to the ground.”

The Cause.

“What makes women go crapy over wounded soldiers and battered-up football players?” ■- , ' , V “I suppose It is their instinctive pah sion for remnants.”