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VOL. I. PROSPECTUS OK The Iowa State Bystander dull Itlitl'H. EJsTKroni this date nutil January 1, TIM-IOWA STATE BYSTANDER offers the following inducements, which are for cash and cash only: Clubs of ttvo or more, 1 each Clubs of ten (10) or more, (i eaeli Clubs of ten (10) or more, 1 each Clubs of twenty (20) (i mo o0 each This oiler will bo discontinued on January Till' I'HSt HllS Us The "idea of Nntioual Unity" was discussed long years ago by our forefathers aiul their words of wisdom can be repeated with as much application and force now as then. Washington warned his countrymen to defend and preserve the country which made them ONE PEOI'LE.

NATION.u. UNITY One of the duties of the government is that of a Hording its subjects means of gaining an EDI'CATIOX. our Let us not forget that we have no division of the citizens of this country into the "nobility" and the ''people." Always bear in mind that the laborer is the nobility, and the grr.nd development of the nitod States of America is due to the laborer. Let every Afro-American recognize the value of industry as tho best means of throwing off oppression and asserting his manhood and intelligence. There is no room for the sluggard in the world of industry.

Idleness is the devil's work shop. Industry is a moral agency, and is conducive to happiness and comfort. The Future Hits Its Hope. The future holds out many inducements to Afro-Americans. It is only by constant and relentless work that the best results can be obtained.

The young must be looked after, cared for aud educated to meet coming events. The stain of slavery and its disgrace must bo wiped out. Moral honesty and unselfish devotion to the upbuilding of the country and the people must be kept constantly in view. Let us adopt that which is good, come from whatever source it may, and reject all that is religion as practiced and distorted by Americans. The Afro-American must throw aside many of the customs and practices of the "superior" race if he has a firm desire and belief in times to come.

So long as man is anxious about tho future the future is secure. "The path of the just is a shining light which shineth more and more into the perfect day." ttuinnmry. THE IOWA. STATE BYSTAXPEU will cate equal justice before the law to all American citizens: the protection of the home, society and all churches from the free lance of charlatans it will work for moral, mental, material and true religious prosperity of the people: it will do all it can to unify the Afro-Americans of Iowa and the United however, by compromising with wrong, but by combating it it will not attempt to soil the honor and trail in the dust the characters of men nor women who have advocated the cuuseof the A fro-American at the peril of their lives nor will it be found questioning the sincerity of a man who has spent a lifetime advocating the same may differ with him as to method. "See that justice be done, though the heavens fall." What Our Friends Do.

In the above statements and facts we have attempted to give you briefly the plans upon which STANDEK TIIE IOWA STATE BY- will work. We believe that it is the concorn of all people to have a good newspaper in their midst. We ask your support in this great cause and can assure every subscriber that this paper will keep pace with the times and its support. Every surplus dollar above expenses will bo put into a first-class printing oflice and the money expended for labor will help to support some worthy women or men. One of the best evidences we can give of our desire for more light and a better condition in life is by our giving a strong and healthy support to all honorable enterprises started, owned and operated by AfreAmericanw.

The newspaper has done more for this country in the way of raising the standards of morality, twitii. justice, a Christian love for a kind anil" iust Creator than all other lactorscombined. There are papers published in different languages in this country which have been well supported for years by the several nationalities. Sucli papers are true to the people and cause which they represent. Can we do less? prices of the subscription to IOWA STATE BYSTANPEII THE are quoted above.

They are low enough to allow every colored man and woman to take it and read it. U'e want all of our friends and subscribers to consider this a personal invitation to see if they cannot send us a club list before the close of the year. Wo will i-how you our appreciation by giving you a better paper. Address, TUB IOWA STATE BYSTANDER, l)es Homes, Iowa. Iowa State Bystander.

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JOSEPH H. SHEPARO, Manager. OFFICIAL l'AI'KK OR THE AFKO-AJIKUICAN I'ILOTKCTLVK ASSOCIATION OK IOWA. OFFICIAL l'AI'KK or T1IK MOST WOKBUll'FlTL UNITED 0 HANI) LODGE OF IOWA, A. F.

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To preserve American institutions our patriotism must Jkuow no county, no state, no north, no south, but instead let us have a patriotism that shall protect tne Hag, and all who are beneath the Hag. in the peaceful and honorable pursuits of life. In will be found a great factor iu the success of our people and their institutions. The Present llus Its Duty. Tho perpetuity of common country rests upou its intelligence.

Let this be a republic governed by right reason and free will. Ignorance impels to bad action, inspires to crimes, creates mobs, gives courage to lynchers, overturns order, tears away the bulwark of liberty and right and converts civilization into a waste. We must look to the education of the American, Afro-American and the immigrant or retrograde. We must recognize the freedom of right to diirer. We must recognize the importance of TOI.EKATIOX.

TION The lack of TOLEUA- has olackened the pages of ancient history and the pages of the history of our own country. The rack, the stake, the gibbet, the thumb screw, the sword anil the pillory are all monuments to the spirit of intolerance. It remains for the United States to build a highway broad and free into every field of liberal inquiry, and to make the poorest of men who walk therein more se cure in life and reputation than the soldier who sleeps behind the rampart. Wo must cultivate free speech, free inquiry and free thought in order that we may add to tho glory of this common country. THE IOWA STATE Publishing Company.

Communications mnst bo written on one side of the only and be of interest to the public. "Brevity is the soul of wit," remember. We will not return rejected manuscript unless accompanied by postage stamps. Several letters too tion. late for publica- Before the Republican state convention meets there will be plenty of candidates for governor The woods are full of them.

The number of persons who are taking advantage of our club rates has surpassed our most sanguine expectations. The rate is exceptionally low, and should be taken advantage of at once. We passed the 1,000 mark some time ago, and are now making every effort to reach 2,000 subscribers. We appreciate the kindness of friends who have sent us so many subscribers in clubs and singly. There were about eight Afro Americans elected to office by vote of the Republicans of Mahaska county at the last election.

We have not neard of a single, solitary Afro-American being able to get even a nomination from the Democrats of that county. Of course, the Democrats might have overlooked the matter, or it may be and is quite possible that there is only one Negro Democrat in the county. Mr. George W. Carver, of Ames, read an interesting and instructive paper on "Plants as Modified by Man," before the annual meeting of the Iowa State Horticultural Society, which convened in this city on Tuesday.

He was made an honorary member of the society, lie is taking a post-graduate course, and devotes his excellent talents to the different branches of horticulture. He is a young Afro-American. There are plenty of men who are willing to be governor for a salary of $4,100 a year, but the question of ability seems to have been overlooked. There is something else to be done besides drawing the salary. The people of Iowa have had men of marked ability and national reputation in the governor's chair for years, and they will be satisfied with nothing By the way, is there anything on the statute books to prevent a man declining to be governor on account of the meagerness of the salary? If so, we are in favor of compelling Governor Jackson to comply with the law.

SOME of tho railroads have presented claims to the government for carrying troops last summer during the railroad strike. As the troops I were called out at tho request of the railroads to protect their property and keep their lines open, it would appear to be no great hardship if they contributed tho transportation, especially if the government contributed everything else. Payment of the claims, it is said, will be resisted by the War department. THE governor of Alabama proposes a remedy for lynching that deserves consideration by people of other states as well. It is that a law be passed giving to the families of a man killed by a mob tho right to a civil action against the authorities of the town or county where the deed was done.

If this were mado generally the law it would placo the lawless element under bonds to keep the peace. While many of the lawless are not taxpayers, they are none the less dependent upon those who do pay tho taxes. Mob rule itself is greatly destructive to property, but it is so indirectly. If property owners had to pay additional taxes for each case of mob rulo that occurred in their locality they would bestir themselves to protect lives of those obnoxious to the mob, because they would then be directly interested, and so plainly that no one could mistake tho fact. A SUC.C.KSTION is mado to havo a short daily discussion of eurrout news in tho public schools, and to this end to have a digest of the news from a daily papet.

If tho news be news of the world's important events, not the daily record of erimo and party politics, that is found in some newspapers. tho suggestion is good, and ought to bo acted on. Correct current history is certainly as important as is the history of tho B. or mediaeval period. A teacher who would spend a half hour every day posting his or her pupils on tho world's daily events, would do as much for education as listening for tho same length of time to rules of o-rammar and other equally dry si jects, and this paragraph is not meant in any sense- to reflect on the importance of all dry studies now pursued in tlfe public schools, whether of grammar or constitutional history.

TIIK EXPOSITION A l'AKOK. From the Atlanta (On.) Advocate. The Negroes of Atlanta would take pleasure in working to make the Exposition a success, would blend all their powers and unite all their efforts to that end if they were only recognized as human beiugs and not as dogs of the lowest order by this superior civilization. What would be the use of our building hotels when we know our people are not going to come here if they have to come in jim crow cars? And again, what would be the use of their coming if they cannot get accommodations after they come? Another thing. The white people of the south have said the Negro's brain was too dull for him to make any improvement.

They said he couldn't make a success of anything if lie tried. It seems to be their'intention now to prove it. In the first place they tried to make the Negroes raise the money to erect their own building after they had promised to erect it free if congress would appropriate for the Exposition. After telling the Negroes they must raise this money, they show their willingness to help him by giving the work on the Exposition grounds to convicts, while many Negroes here are nearly at the point of starvation. Does that show that they want him to make a success? No.

They fooled congress with their slick promises, and intend proving to the world their asseverations that the Negro can never succeed. And yet are our best friends. The Negro building, if ever built at all. will cost, we suppose, three or four thousand will be the Negro's share of appropriated by congress. Is that an equitable proportion? We believe the Negroes of this country will show their manliness by refusing to allow themselves to be duped in such manner.

For fear of contamination the Negro building is to be placed afar oft' from the other buildings in a little corner of the grounds, and we suppose they will have a grass plot between the Negro building and their's and a big sign: "A hundred- dollars fine keep off the A CHANGE. Mr. John I). Heeler, who has been the business manager of this paper, has resigned because he nas purchased an interest in a barber shop in Mason City. He believed that Iowa should have a colored man's paper that would represent the views of a majority of the Afro-Americans of the state, and he was therefore one of the prime movers in starting this paper a few months ago.

While he resigns his position he will still remain a member of the company. All mail for him from the Masonic lodges should be addressed to hi in at Mason City. With this issue of THE IOWA STATU BYSTANDER Mr. Joseph H. Shepherd will assume the position of business manager.

He is well and favorably known by nearly all of our readers. He is industrious and honorable, and desires nothing more than to give Iowa the best paper of its kind that there is in the country. He has already taken off his coat, rolled up his sleeves and gone to work in a business manner. HEAT MUSICAL EVENT. The people of Mahaska county have a rich treat in store for them.

The beautiful cantata, "Queen Esther," will be presented in the Masonic opera house in the city of Oskaloosa on January 1. 1895. The performers are all home talent and will present this play full costume and no effort will be spared to make it a complete success. Col. A.

AY. Swalm ill deliver a short address on the late emancipation. Prof. 1). W.

Koberts is musical director, S. B. Jones, manager, Mrs. Lo'ra Payle Henson. piano accompanist, and A.

G. Clark, secretary. The young ladies and young gentlemen who are in the cast of characters are well and favorably known in many parts of the state for their ability in musical and literary matters. For those who are going away from home to spend the first day of the new year this affords an excellent opportunity for having a splendid time and hearing one of the best of cantatas. The people of Oskaloosa are good entertainers and delight in showing their hospitality.

CLOTHESPIN SOCIAL. The clothespin social given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. C.

Berry, on Fourteenth street, was a grand success. The home and the occupants, as is always the case, were cheerful, and received those who attended in a most pleasing and commendable manner. The arrangement of the entire affair was unique, clothespins with numbers marked on them were given to the gentlemen and corresponding numbers given the ladies. Those holding corresponding numbers were served refreshments as couples or gentleman and lady. Such social events should be encouraged as it affords the A.

M. E. church a needful support, as a place of entertainment for those who enjoy recreation aud the meeting of affable people. The Misses Berry, assisted by Mrs. Berry and others, demonstrated the fact that all who call at the Berry home are agreeably entertained.

II. It. S. K. C.

Miss Berry entertained the Circle at her beautiful home Thursday afternoon. After unfinished business the following officers were elected, with a high degree of appreciation: President, Mrs. W. II. Warrick vice president.

Mrs. II. H. Lewis: secretary. Mrs.

W. II. Birney: assistant secretary. Mrs. M.

N. Bell: treasurer, Mrs. T. E. Barton: journalists, Mesdatues Berry and Smith After a dainty lunch and pleasant conversation the circle adjourned, singing -God Be With You Till We Meet Mrs.

E. T. Banks will entertain the circle next Thursday afternoon, where an excellent program will be rendered. The history will be led by Mesdames Heeler and Smith. The subject for discussion while at lunch will' be: "How Mankind May Be Connected Like One Great Family In Fraternal Ties." This subject is worth great, attention.

Let every member be present. IOWA STATE BYSTANDER. DES MOINES, IOWA, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1894. B. ENDORSE Prominent Citizen of Mahaska County Speaks to the Point.

He Expresses the Opinion of a Majority of the People All Over the Country. Weils llus Accomplished More All the Afro-American or EIHTOK OK 'tiau THK BVSTANDKH: Moral reformers are the world's redeemers. In the progress of civilization God has chosen some one person to lead humanity one step nearer the gcal of individual and governmental perfection, toward which the world is slowly but surety tending. True, some, may try to crucify these champions of right, but they will not die they thrive on persecution and are enthroned by crucifixion. A few centuries ago Jesus, in possession of an idea, came into the world as a great reformer His enemies lashed his back, assailed his good name, and as a crowning mockery nailed him to the cross on Calvary.

Hut he yet lives the "Light of the World." What of his work? Then prejudice blinded the people to the results that would naturally follow, but in this day they are as clear as the noonday sun. Behold the progress in civilization, in art and in science behold how the idea of the fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man is growing in every land. These results are the crowning success of an idea brought into the world by that humble reformer, the Clirist. A few centuries ago the idea of Christian liberty sprang up in a few German liearls. It grew brighter and brighter, until its rays illuminated all of Europe, and cut a path across the dark ocean, so that pilgrims might find a place for its development.

A little over two decades ago the immortal Charles Sumner stood in the United States senate the champion of the idea of "equal to all. For this idea. he fought until a blow from a bludgeon in the hand of a traitor laid him in his grave. But his work very truly speaks in no uncertain tone to this ttion to-day. In the year of '94 God calls from obscurity another great light.

Miss Ida B. Wells, and bids her lead America from darkness to light. Like the Apostle Paul, this young woman has but "one idea like him her moito is, "This one thing I do," tell the story of a wronged and persecuted people, with the hope that God in his divine providence will stop the wholesale butchery of American citizens in this so-called Christian iand. Like the great apostle, she has traveled far and near, by land and sea, pleading for the down-trodden American Negro with simplicity -yet with such power that the world has been awakened as never before to the barbarity of American civilization. vSome one asks "What has she accomplished?" I answer, she has accomplished what none of the AfroAmerican leagues, or associations, brought into existence for the protection of the homes, lives and rights of the Negro have ever accomplished.

She has aroused a kingdom and awakened a nation in our behalf forced sleepy governors to rub their eyes and look around them forced legislatures to at last discuss question of human rights turned the searchlight of truth on to the south, enabling the world, for the first time, to behold its true condition. The innocence of these butchered Negroes in the south is beyond a reasonable doubt, because the spirit of American law is, "every man is innocent until proven guilty." Which means that all persons charged with a crime are entitled to a fair trial, before an honest judge, and by an honest jury. No section of the country is exempt from this part of our law, therefore mv prayer is that God may spare this brave woman until every Negro north, south, east and west has his rights, and murderer his just dues, whatever his color. SCOTT JONKS, Pastor African M. E.

Church. Oskaloosa, Iowa. TIIE DONKEYS. There was a great "kick up" among the donkeys Wednesday night. I Wi, the head kicker, corralled the heard at the street car barn.

A car was chartered and the heard driven aboard. Owing to their obstinacy Ce AVi, E. Mo and El Smi were lassoed and tied to the rear end of the car, while some rode on the top. The herd was put off the car at little Da Le's barn, where they proceeded to make the night hideous with braying in honor of their first anniversary as a "Club of Donkeys." Jo lla's oration on the different qualities and sizes of donkey's ears was an eloquent piece of oratory, and called forth braying from the herd. Ma Be pawed the piano to the tune of "When I Was a Little Donkey," and El Ni found her ears and told how "Scotch Donkeys Court." Five donkeys were added to the herd.

Each possessed staying donkey qualities. "Ella" was led out. and all proceeded to supply her with the missing -article." Jo by liis ability to correctly atlix the appendage, made himself the "head kicker." Li Hi next. Jo Da will do the scratching, and Ba Be will continue to buy the feed. The climax for braying was reached when the two fat donkeys were installed as head donkeys.

To quiet, them "Maw" opened the door to the feed stall and a stampede followed, for an unusual supply and variety of feed had been provided. Corn was served as follows: Oyster corn, cracker corn, corn turkey, chicken corn, salad potato corn, celery and pickled corn, red jelly corn, frolen green, pink av.d white corn, and yellow corn cake. Each donkey vied with the other in getting its share. Then I Wi. who lias covered himself with glory by having led the herd safely I through many lanes, alleys and back streets for thirty days, thanked them for their docility.

"Maw" turned the herd out, and "in pairs" they sought tliei'1 respective barns, except one who was paid two cents as "hush money" to walk behind K. and J. and lead "Ella." Be appointed donkees Es Bur, Ma Gar and Ba Be to arrange amusements for the holidays. Mr. Thompson and Miss N.

Hamilton were the donkey guests. SWEET SEVENTEEN. Miss Birdie Hicklin was the recipient of an agreeable surprise Monday evening at her pleasant home at Sixth and Laurel. It was rumored during the day that Miss Hicklin was to celebrate her 17th anniversary, and those aware of the fact took the occasion to express their appreciation for her. A goodly number met at the street railway waiting room and went en masse to her residence.

To say that she was surprised is putting it very mildly. However, after some exertion she became composed and for a short time merriment reigned supreme. Several impromptu congratulative speeches and respones were made, all of whom bespoke success and expressed the public sentiment of the esteem in which this young lady is held. Mr. and Mrs.

G. I. Holt, sister and brother-in-law of Miss Hicklin, warmly received those giving the surprise and Mr. llolt in a few well chosen remarks expressed himself as a firm believer in the fact that upon the young people depended the future state of society and Christianity. All were well pleased.

II iucn An Aged Colored Lady Finds Her Son After an Absence of Thirty-Two Years, Mrs. Wallace, of 1403 Fourteenth Street, Her Son, Taylor Turner, ununited. Mrs. Wallace, who owns and occupies a beautiful home at 1403 Fourteenth and Maple streets, has been at last successful in finding her son after an absence of more than thirty-two years. It will be remembered the BYSTANDEK some months ago printed a short sketch in regard to the whereabouts of Mrs.

Wallace's son, Taylor Turner, and therein stated some of the particulars. Upon hearing of Mr. Turner's arrival in this city a reporter for the IOWA STATE BYSTANDEK called at Mrs. Wallace's home to glean a few facts, which may be of interest to many of its readers. It was just about supper time when the newspaper man rapped at the door of Mrs.

Wallace's home. With a quick step she came to the door, opened it and with the formal '-'how-do-you-do" asked the reporter in. Imagine for yourself what a pleasing spectacle to see mother and son seated at the festal board after so long an absence. Ev, erything as cheerful as could be. During the conversation which followed it was learned that the last time mother and son had seen each other, prior to his arrival in Des Moines a few days ago, was in a small town in Kentucky in the year 1802.

As was no uncommon thing during the dark days of human slavery and the rebellion for families to be separated, this is only one of the many such separations. Taylor Turner at this time was only a small boy, and was carried into Tennessee by some white parties, the names of which could not be obtained. Mrs. Wallace came north to Iowa, having been re-married a short time after entering the state. The innate love and anxiety for and to see her son, Taylor, continually tugged at her heart, and by newspaper research her son was located in Bolivar county, Mississippi.

Correspondence soon disclosed the fact that they were mother and son. Mr. Turner, grown to hale and hearty manhood, is a well-to-do farmer in Bolivar county, married, and lias a family of four children. IJe expects to spend the with his mother iu this city. "Iowa is a great place," said he, "and as soon as I can I expect to make it my future home, as I wish to live where the school advantages for my children are REV.

T. A. CLARK'S "PAPER." Rev. T. A.

Clark perpetrated a most delightful joke on the members of the stewardess' board last Friday evening in the form of a -paper" which he desired to read to them. The "manuscript had been carefully prepared by his most estimable wife and placed iu sections on the dining room table. The stewardesses, iu company with Mesdames J. T. Blagburn.

Cleggett. Morand Mr. Humbard. were invited out to peruse the contents for themselves. A brilliant light illuminated the dining room, and each saw plainly to "read her part.

The paper abounded in pleasant things, which were food for thought and very digestible. To say that all were most agreeably surprised is putting it mildly. But as the reverend gentleman could not read the "paper" owivg to the absence of one of the stewardesses, another call will bo necessary, and all are anxiously waiting and ready to respond. the ladies are loud in their praises and thanks to Kev. and Mrs.

lark for their kind entertainment. KKXDAI.l.. From thf Atbmttr Ti Mr. Kendall's humor is pleasant and if wo judge ov the smiles of his fellow performers, is sometimes spontaneous. There were more opportunities for fun in the old piece, "A Pair of Kids." but not so many instances where a moral could be drawn or a bit of native philosophy be given as in the performance last nighc.

The songs were full of fun and good hits and ii iv tin FOR WOMAN AND HOME GOSSIP AND HINTS FOR DAMES AND DAMSELS. Some Pen and Ink Sketches of Current Oddity In Answers to of the Modes. II IS ever a time in women's life when she could cultivate all the little feminine arts and graces that fascin'ate masculinity it is after her marriage vows have bound her to the man whom she has chosen for a life partner. It was a sensible woman who said, "I insist that a certain amount of coquetry is I not only allowable but a duty to our I husbands." One requires to be some- thing more than merely a good liouseher I keeper to keep a man's love and sue cessfully preside over the home to which he looks for domestic happiness. A carefully chosen toilet, a becomingly arranged coiffure, sleeves that show to advantage, a white and rounded arm, shoes that cater in cleverest fashion to the outlines of a well molded foot, all of these are telling points which no wife should overlook in her efforts to keep well alive the love flame which burned so ardently before marriage.

Laying aside the armor of fascination for ever so short a time is disastrous. There are always clever women about ready to step into the shoes of the married sister who is too busy or too careless to pay heed to the fact that in the matter of attractiveness she is being weighed in the balance and found wanting. Don't let any other woman be more charming than yourself. A. careful regard for daintiness of person and the toilet will blind a man to the charms of others.

Fashion Notes. A handsome long cloak is mad straight breadths gathered into a yoke. This yoke is unique in its design, being made in very long tabs shaped somewhat like a peach leaf. These tabs unite in a small yoke above which is a collar slightly flaring and standing up around the throat. Collar, yoke and tabs are a solid mass of rich embroidery.

Such a trimming as this is suitable for any handsome material, such as heavy silk velvet, moire or brocade. The boa seems to be less in demand than the cape or a very stylish collar. In this latter garment there are several attractive designs, one of them having points that come over the shoulders and down the front and fact, is but little more tHan a deep collar with standing collar. A model of this sort is of sealskin, and has very deep, full Angora fringe. Ermine, from becoming popular, lias become a fad, and every woman who has money to buy it wants ermine in some form or another.

The only difficulty is its scarcity and extravagantly high price. Really fine ermine is almost impossible to obtain, and the most fabulous prices are paid for it. Capes of moire are trimmed with fur collars and lined with bright silk. One of the handsomest of these garments was recently-made to order and lined with very stiff brocade. Muffs are somewhat larger than heretofore.

Many muffs will be used during the coming winter' without other furs. A dress of cloth with a narrow moire panel down the front is among the new importations. Sleeveless jackets of various materials with passementerie edgings are popular. Cutaway jackets of velvet are much liked by young girls. Gorgeous Are the Dinner Gowns.

Gorgeous are this season's dinner gowns. Nothing is too costly to be used in their fashioning. Yet the woman forced into economy need not despair, as the up-to-date dinner costume may easily be evolved from the best bits of last gowns. An imported dinner or reception dress which may bo used as a model has for its foundation broelie moire in a pale shade of green scattered with indistinct rosebuds. The full crinolinelined skirt is finished aronnd the bottom with a rope coil of rich clarct colored velvet.

Other than this the skirt is untrimmed. The tight fitting bodice is shaped like a basque. It is of pale green moire, entirely covered with Irish point, luce. llie u.0 ls imdifiu'O in the host of feeling, iru Dvke Kenix Brother trio, a troupe of wander- double jabot. an ujke points of claret colored velvet, add to the striking effect of the basque.

They reach from 1hc waist, line well over the ing troubadours who plav well on the mandolin and guitar, usurped the orchestra chairs last night and performed between the acts to the pleasure of all. arranged a NO. 28. The broche moire is used for the balloon pu ff of the sleeve. It reaches almost to the elbow, and is finished with pointed wings of claret colored velvet and a dainty frill of York orld.

ner New Hit. R. E. M. asks about a new hat winter to match dresses, one of brown and green, the other of ashes of rosea and green.

Answer: A hat of felt iwi a shade of green to match the dresses might be trimmed with black, browtt or metal, either gold, silver or steeL A white hat with ribbon and feathers ia almost too dressy for ordinary wear. Plainer hats are usually much more becoming and would suit better with various costumes. If the greens in the dresses are dissimilar, of course the same hat in green could not be worn with both. In this case, you might have a black hat with black ribbon and aigrets to wear with one dress and another of green, ashes of roses and steel to wear with the other. Tan colored gloves are allowable with all costumes.

With the dress with brown combination you could wear brown gloves matching the fabric. A Millinery Oddity. Here is the oddest toque on record. Three heads of little animals are its most conspicuous feature. They aro the foundation upon the, crown of velvet rests.

This crown is of turquolui blue, studded with jet. Spreading out from each side of the crown are winglike loops of black gauze, ablaze with gold spangles. That the toque is considered the height of fashion is showli by its price, $-5. A fetching little collet is sold with the toque. It is made of a pointed yoke of turquoise velvet, finished with a row of blaick tails.

The collar is high Medici kffair of astrakhan, lined with York World. Receiving Attention. Adelaide and A M. would like to know about receiving calls frdfca yonnjf men. They had ieen away straameririfp and met a live in their invited eall and ask proper that tftey should do so.

As a general yotuijj women, especially if they are quite young, should be extremely careful whom they invite or receive at their homes, unless the young men are known to their families and in general society. It would be well to ask your clergyman or some elderly male relative what he knows about these young men before vou receive their visits. Amateur Drama. Celestina asks about plays for amateur dramatic associations, and what are some of the best ones for such purposes. Answer: French's standard drama and translations are probably the ver3r best you could obtain.

Send to the American News company for a catalogue, and you will find information as to the nature of the play, the number of characters, and whether they are costume plays or not. The sort of play depends on the occasion, circumstances and the capabilities of the performers. The simplicity and other points about the plays are indicated in the lists. Dull of Comprehension. you think bicycle riding conducive to health? assuredly.

My health has improved wonderfully. "But you don't ride a bicycle," "Who said I did?" "But you said bicycle riding improved your health." "Yes get so much exercise, you know." "Exercise? How?" "Dodging the bicycles, of course." Absolute Rest. husband must stop all work, all thought, everything would never consent to absolute idleness. we must fool him into imagining ho is busy. I'll gat him appoints a member of the board of York Weekly.

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