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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Times, 1906-03-29, Page 7.MW - The Adventurers By H. B. MARRIOTT WATSON • COPYRIGHT, 1808, BY HARPER BRO'j'HBRS • "It's a very welcome present, Cr; many thanks to my poor master." "Well, you.. seem to bo getting on," • said I, with a glance toward the stranger, who, seeing my eyes on him, lifted his hat and smiled. "Yes, sir," responded Hood in a lower voice. "The gentleman's come to • stay a bit, sir. Name Captain Ser- combe, sir. Yon don't happen to know him? No, sir. I thought I'd mention it, 9n case you did. Tho gentleman likes the fresh air, sir, He's been living - abroad. I always told poor Mr. Kes- (even that I'd make it pay, sir." And. . a furtive smile crept into Hood's som- ber face and broadened it into a grin. The stranger advytnced in a leisurely fashion and said good day; then, cock- ing an eye at the clouds, asked me my opinion of the weather. I gathered that he was a fisherman and that the stream in the valley had wetted his. hopes. He was a very tall man of forty or more, somewhat stoutly built. and with a military gait. His face, ,which was bare save for a long red- dish mustache, was' puffy and swollen, but he had a pleasant gray -green eye -11nd a genial and engaging manner. His thin red hair was carefully brush- ed over a rather bald head. "My .lty landlord tells me there has been .. St death up yonder," said he, nodding toward the castle. "A regular romance, if I'm right in supposing you are Mr. Greatorex?" I told bim that I was. "Ab, well, you're very lucky." I replied somewhat coldly that be seemed to know more than I did my- telf. "Come, come," said he, with a laugh. "My dear air, we aro all gossips, and, . after all, I was bound to talk of some- thing besides the weather," and his way was so good humored and withal so frank that I could not but join in his laugh. In the issue I accepted his in- vitation to drink a little whisky in his room, and being apparently a talkative fellow he was very soon in the full swing of soliloquy. I must confest that he was an entertaining talker. He had' seen a vast deet of life and in many countries. He bad apparently been a soldier of fortune since be left the English army, for he spoke of sere ice with the Peruvians, of brushes and escapades iu sundry parts of South America and of multifarious adven• tures in several .continents. It might have seemed odd that the lord of Ivo' castle should be seated there in the ' parlor of a shabby inn, hobnobbing •over whisky and cigars with an uttei stranger about whom he knew nothing • and cared less, but I myself was little better than a fellow stranger, and at all events I required no excuses for myself. It has ever been my habit tui give myself full license in my commune 4 with my fellows, and in the result I have usually found the custom produc- tive of amusement and interest. We parted on friendly terms, and I con- -.,gratulated myself as I walked home ,neon a very agreeable neighbor. When I reached the castle the night lad, fallen, unrelieved by stars. I rang for a lamp and retired to my bedroom for a pocketbook which I had left in -one of the drawers in an old bureau. I remembered to have placed it in the left hand drawer in the secretary. I took the key from my pocket and twisted it in 11. lock, but as it would' not turn I became impatient and shook the handles. The lid fell open of it - •self. Clearly It had not been locked. 'And yet I could have testified in a court of law that I had locked it in the -.afternoon. Furthermore, my pocket- book was not where I had left it, but in a lower drawer. The oddness roused my curiosity, and I went carefully through the drawers only to find that without a doubt they had been con- s scientiously and ' scrupulously rum- maged by some one. The thought was .not inviting. I sat down in a chair to • consider. Later I went down to the ▪ dining hall and made out my notes for the day. A letter by the second post, Diseases =of the Kidneys NO one can afford to neglect de- rangements of the kidneys. The results are too 'painful and the risk too great. Some of the symp- i toms are :—Pains in the back and pegs, gradual loss of .flesh, deposits In the urine, headaches, scanty, dark -colored urine, painful, scalding sensations when urinating, dropsical 1kwelling of ankles and legs, irregu- larity of the bowels, and gradual failure of health and.strength. judged by actual cures made, Dr. Chase's Kidney -Liver ,Pills are the most satisfactory treatment obtain- able for kidney disease. Relief is prompt and cure thorough and last- ing. Enquire about .cases in your own neighbourhood. Dr. Chase's kidneyitiver'Pills, '.l5 cents . tt box, at all de*lersaor•Edrnattsarl, Bates • le Co., Toronto. '•Tlieiportrait'and Signa. ture of Dr. •A.'.W. <Chase, 'the fatuous receipt book.atethor,. are- on. evvery box, which arrived late In the evening, lay to my band on the table. The 'situa- ,tton demanded a patient temper and some thought. It threatened to discov- er a grave climax. So far lily reflec- tions led me. Why bad my bureau been rifled? that did this robbers want? And yet again the problem fell upou me, something darkling, but ur- gent, importunate -had any one visited Mr. Kesteven through that open win- dow in the article of his death? Tho confluence of these questions embar- rassed me, and I opened my letter ab- sently. It was from Greenstreet and invited my consideration of the offer made by the London solicitors. They were press- ing to know my price for the castle. I seized a sheet of paper and scribbled a line, sealing and stamping the envel- .lpe ere I went do bed. It was merely to tell Greenstreet that the property was not in the market. CHAPTI+IIt V. PON the third day after the events of the preceding chap- ter Mrs. Main announced a visitor, handing me at the same time a card on which was print- ed with an abundance of flourishes and ornament "Mr. Morris Barnett." He made a ceremonious entry and politely discharged a few courtesies ere he got to business. "I have come over, Mr. Greatorex," said he suavely, "to see if you are at all disposed to do •a client of mine a great favor." I did not see any very strong reason why I should favor a client of Mr. Morris Barnett, but I murmured that I was always glad to be of service to my fellow ceeatures. "The fact is, sir," he resumed, laying his hat and stick upon a chair and drawing a packet of papers from his pocket, "nay firm has a client who is related to the ancient Vyviau family, the original owners of this castle, as you are no doubt aware, and be has been informed that you have come into possession of this very beautiful estate in accordance with the will, if I mis- take not, of the late Mr. Kesteven." He looked at ins inquiringly, and I told him that his information was quite correct. "I gather, Mr. Greatorex," he contin- ued affably, "that you have been until comparatively recently a stranger to these parts and that, in short, you have uo particular ties in the county?" "That is true," said I. "My client, sir, has naturally -you will understand the motive -a desire to purchase the property, if you are dis- posed to meet him and we can arrange terms. And that, shortly, is the ob- ject of my visit." Now, you will easily conceive that, falling in the present circumstances, this set my blood humming. Here was yet another, and within a few days of the demise of the old proprietor, who must needs come clamoring for a sale of the castle. The fact stirred my cu- riosity -nay, to speak truly, inflamed me with something very like excite- I ment. "And what, then, is your proposal, Mr. Barnett?" I asked calmly enough. I was sharp enough to notice a gleam of satisfaction pass over his face, but he displayed none of his triumph in his very businesslike tone. "Ah, well, lir. Greatorex," said he, lolling back in his chair, "you see these old places are more matters of senti- mental than profitable investment." "True," said I shortly, "and men are usually willing to pay a high price for sentiment" "Ali, no, lir. Greatorex," said he promptly, shaking his bead, and hero there was a real touch of gutturals, "you mistake. My client is not a rich man, but he bankers after the place of bis fathers. It would mean much to him." • "It means a good deal to me," said I. "How much?' said Barnett suddenly. "Supposing I said £20,000?" He held up his hands. "My dear sir, my dear sir!" bo repeated and stared at me as if my audacity had plucked away his wits. "Why not?" I asked. Mr. Barnett was thoroughly enjoying himself. "Do you know what landed property is selling at, Mr. Greatorex?" he asked eOnfldentially. "It is practically a drug in the market, sir, just now." "Then," said I, "will you kindly ex- plain, Mr. Barnett, how it comes that I have had two offers within It week of my inheritance?" "Ah," he said meditatively, rubbing his chin. "It leeks as if this particular proper- ty was not a drug in the market, doesn't it?" I asked. "To be sure," he. remarked vaguely, and then, recovering himself, resumed his gentle smlle. "But let us Come back to business, Mr. Greatorex. Shall we ear £5,000?" Ile cooed at hie enticingly. Ilia ill- sumption that tee had wandered into nut VIN fHAvl IMES, MARCH 29 Din Mr. Barnett held up hie hands. the regions of fancy and romance tic- kled me, and 'broke forth laughing. "Ah, well," said be, grinning sympa- thetically, "we might mace it £7,500 With immediate possession." "Mr. Barnet" said I gravely, "your client seems to have been born too late by a hundred years." "I dare say, Mr. Greatorex, that my client would go to the length of £10,000 upon my advice." "Then I should certainly keeps, my advice to myself, Mr. Barnett," was' my retort. I began to see a respect for me dawn In his eyes. He gathered his papers In his hand and reached for his hat with the other. "I fear that my intrusion has been useless," he observed. I said nothing, but waited for him to resent himself. He did not, however, but, walking to the window, looked.out upon the park, "Beautiful!" he cried. "Charming prospect! Really, now that I have seen it, Mr. Greatorex, I feel justified iu advising my client to go a little high- er," "I think the view is worth an extra £5,000," I suggested. "I think he might rise possibly to £15,000, Mr. Greatorex, if you will al- low me to communicate with my cli- ent," be said softly. "But my client is u poor man, and it is a ruinous price." "Then why ruin your client, my dear sir?" said I. o Mr. Barnett laughed pleasantly, as If lit my little joke, but, becoming serious again, shook his head. "A stiff price, but I think I can man- , age it," be said. ' "I have little doubt that you can manage anything," I said, bowing. "You agree?" he asked. "It is not necessary," said I, "since you seem to have agreed for me." "It is monstrous!" be said gloomily. "But my client has set his heart ou it. You shall have.your 120,000, Mr. Great- orex." He sighed resignedly and, having se- • lected a document in his pocketbook, proceeded to unfold it and smooth it upon the table. All the sjulrit was out of him. He had been worsted and owed me a grudge, I could perceive. "If you have a pen, Mr. Greatorex," be said sullenly, "I will fill in the f!g- ures. I have the agreement here." , "Pardon me," said I. He looked up and, meeting my gaze, offered an explanation against my pro- test. "There's no time like the pros- • ent " "You misunderstand me, sir," I said cheerfully. "I have no intention of selling the castle." IIe leaped to his feet. "What!" he yelled, and his sallow face spread with color. "You said 120000!" 1 "Excuse me; no," I said. "Your cli- ent, Mr. Barnett, did me the honor to I suppose I should be willing to sell, and 1 I was polite enough to suppose so with him." There was never a man in so atro- cious a temper as my little attorney. IIis color went, and lie grew a livid yellow with passion, and, being now no longer at the necessity of civility, he broke into covert Invective, pre- senting to nit a surly demeanor. I ig tiered his unmanncrliness, but kept my placid senile all the time that he was arranging his departure. On the thresh- old of the door ire paused and, turn- ing, demanded: "Is your decision final?" I 11 i ui•!'.d 11!111 that it was absolute. Ile gave Inc sin extremely vicious look as he disappeared. "You will regret this, Mr. Great- orex," he obsct`ved. Itundersiood that the phrase was not uncommonly used in similar circum- stances, but in truth I need hardly say that I should not have turned a ear- easni at the expense of Mr. Barnett's inoffensive client, despite Mr. Barnett's offensive manner, if I had not been ab - Packed at the Oven's Month We do things ret;' • at the Mooney bakery. Crackers are packe': :a); hot from the ovens. file moisture -proof pa;..cr. and air -tight tins retain all the freshness and crispness, no ERFETTION(' tilt, :celYl, Cas nxilttWtf tICONEY tlY; •CG STRATV'eRD CtNAbp matter where or when you buy them. They come tb your ta- ble just as inviting and de- licious as though you ate them at the ovens in the bakery. At all grocers in I and I lb. packages, MOTHER, SISTER AND BROTHER Died of Consumption,bulthis Linden lady used Psychine and Is strong and well "My mother, brother and sister died of consumption," says Ella M. Cove, of Lin- den, N.S., "and I myself suffered for two years from a distressing cough and weak lungs. I suppose I inherited a tendency in this direction? " But thank God I used Psychine and it I built me right up. My Iungs are now strong. I enjoy splendid health, and I owe it all to Psychine." Consumption, whether hereditary or con- tracted, cannot stand before Psychine. Psychine kills the germ, no matter how it attacks th_e lungs. Psychine builds up the body and makes it strong and able to resist disease. Psychine is an aici to ' digestion and a maker of pure, rich blood. Tho greatest giver of general health is YCHINE (Pronounced Si -keen) 50c. Per bottle Larger sizes 81 and 82 -all druggists, Det. T. A. SLQCUM, Limited, Toronto. ;&Mutely certain that Mr. Barnett's cli curt did not exist. At last I would have gone bail that he was no relation to the departed Vyvians, and I would even have ventured to doubt if lie knew much more of them than did lir. Barnett himself, for it was plain enough to me by this time that some person or some persons had particular reasons for desiring to obtain posses- sion of my inheritance. So Much being clear it only remained to determine those particular reasons, reasons which I could now perceive were involved in the'secret of my dead friend and prob- ably also in the culminating tragedy of his death. When I was rid of my visitor I set forth upon^ a stroll in the woods. It was 4 in the afternoon, and the sun shone very fiercely upon the white roads, throwing black shadows from the trees. I dropped from the roadway into a rude moss grown track that ran into the heart of the valley, and pres- ently, leaving the more open parts of the forest, struck into the deeper brakes and tangles below. Tho little stream ran here in the bottom very pleasantly, sometimes brawling over shallows and at other parts more si- lently in eddies and drifts over darker and deeper pools. As I followed its course I came shortly upon a spot where the channel made au elbow al- most at right angles with its former direction, and here I descried the form of Captain Sercombe. A sound of voices reached me, and, cheered by the prospect of a companion with whom to exchange sentences, I uttered a short "Bello!" and dived through the under- growth toward him. When I emerged upon the open space upon which the captain stood my attention was caught by a rustling among the branches, and I had a glimpse of some one just dis- appearing into the wood. I stopped with my eyes fastened upon the point, for something familiar in the incident struck me all of a sudden. That lean, slim figure, that swift, precipitate rush -these were as impressions recovered from some past experience. Captain Sercombe was lazily whipping a deep pool, a pipe between his teeth, and, turning his head, he hailed me: "You have frightened my fish, sir," said he. I begged his pardon somewhat ab- stractedly, and, raising himself, he looked at me, following the direction of my glance. "Oh, that's my worthy and very ob- sequious host," said he, with a smile taking his pipe from bis mouth. "I wish he would let me alone, but he's so awfully officious, Thought he knew the likeliest spots, and would insist on showing me. As 1f I hadn't fished be- fore he was born!" I joined him on the bank. "Any luck?" I asked. He opened his basket. "A couple of smallish ones," lo returned. "But there's a big fellow ':ere, If your noise hasn't frightened l ' .I" He threw a cat.. very neatly and, bending over his was wholly ab- sorbed by his occupation. But nothing would tempt the trout to rise, and the captain soon gave me his attention again. 'There's nothing equal to an' obsti- nate fish," he remarked thoughtfully. "I envy you, Mr. Greatorex. If I lived in this spot I could ask no better than to spend my life on the banks of this brook." "Ab, you have the proper spirit!" said L "All the same," he declared, "it's a mighty hot tramp through those brakes, and I've earned my dinner." We left the stream in company and mounted to the highroad. "Come in," said the captain as we reached the Woodman, and the invi- tation was so• natural, issued as so much a matter of course, that I en- tered behind hila almost unconsciously. "You will excuse me if I have a little refreshment, Mr, Greatorex," he said. 61 have been out since 10 o'clock and am only held together by a few sand- wiches, Besides, I have always an ap- petite. Hood! hood!" he called. The inkeeper cutered and reeelved his orders. "Now, sir, take a seat. T think you'll find that apology for a sofa at least comfortable," continued my host, and he flung himself, breathing bard, into an arixishair and fanned bis taco with his handkerebief. "How le the new inheritance?" be asked presently, There was no shadow of offense in his voice, and I should have beeu surly indeed to have taken for a liberty what eves clearly a friendly interest in my affairs. I said I hoped that he would pay me a visit and see for himself. "Thank you very much," said be, with a .delicate bow of acknowledg- ment, "I shall be delighted. I lead a sight of the old place yesterday as I passed the gates." Hood entered with a tray of refresh- ments, and Sercombe drew himself up to the table and began upon his untime- ly meal. "I don't know what digestion is, Mr. Greatorex;' he explained. "I believe it is a term in use among doctors to "Von have frightened my ,fish, sir," sato r.� (To be continued,) STOMACH CURE An Easy Way from Standpoint of Convenience. The so-called cures for indigestion are almost ae numerous as the victims them- selves, and scarcely a day passes without the hopes of thousands of sufferers being raised by the discovery of some novel method of cure for this prevalent disease. Until a combination of unusual reme- dies, heretofore but little known in this country, was made in Mi ona tablets, no certain cure for indigestion had been found, and it is therefore hardly to be wondered at that our leading druggists who have the Wingham agency are sell- ing large quantities of Mi o na. Mi o na is a guaranteed cure for all diseases of the stomach excepting cancer. If you have pains or distress after eating, headache, belching of gases, sour taete in the mouth, dizziness, heart -barn, spectre before the eyes, furred tongue, sleeplessness, backache, debility or weaknesn, it shows that the stomach needs to be strengthened with Mi•o na. Just ono little tablet out of a 50 cent box before meals for a few days and yon will soon regain perfect health and strength. If you cnnuot obtain Mi Dana of your druggists, it will be sant by mail, post- paid, or, receipt of price. Write ns for advice ou your case from a leading sto- mach specialist which will be sent free. The R. T. Booth Company, Ithaca, N. Y. HEALTH AND BEAUTY. Rub the hands with a piece of celery to remove stains and odor after peeling onions. Cologne dropped' on a handkerchief and held ander the eyes will remove the dark lines that come from. fatigue. If you feel i11 and don't know what is the matter take a hot bath, a drink of herb tea and go to bed for twenty-four hours. Endless Annoyance and Misery "As a man of seventy years I am grateful to God and to.Dr. Chase's Oint- ment for a cure of piles which caused me endless annoyance and much misery. The itching and barning was almost be- yond endurance, but Dr. Chase's Oint- ment brought quick relief and I believe the cure is lasting." --Rev. Wm. Thomas, Brownsville, Ont. When anything gets into the eye it is a good plan to dip a Olean feather in sweet almond oil, raise the lid and brush the feather across the surface towards the nose. Peroxide, combined with ammonia, may affect superfluous hair after a time by drying so as to kill it. Stich a result is by no means sure, however. Rubber glove should not be worn at night. They can do no good and can in- t Minister of the Gospel Recommends OXYOENATO 1 The Mud You Have Always I3otigllt, and which has been In use for over 30 years, has borne the signature of . , and has been made under his per,. sonal supervision since its infancy. ` Allow no one to deceive you In this. All Counterfeits, Imitations and "Just -as -good" are bub Experiments that trifle with and endanger the health of Infants and Children—Experience against Experiment. What CASTORIA Castoria Is a harmless substitute for Castor Oil, Pare. gorie, Drops and Soothing Syrups. It is Pleasant. It contains neither Opium, Morphine nor other Narcotih substance. Its ago is its guarantee. It destroys Worms and allays Feverishness. It cares Diarrhoea and Wind Colic. Teething 'c. It relieves .CectIiin„ Troubles, cures. Constipation and Flatulency. It assimilates the Food, regulates the Stomach and Bowels, giving Healthy and natural sleep. The Children's Panacea—Tile Mother's Friend.. CENUD@ E CASTORIA ALWAYS Bears the Signature of The Kind You Have Always Boughf5. In Use For. Over 30 Years. 7M¢ CCMCOMPANY. 77 MUf1nAY T prr•'r. NCw ron6 CITY. c ' r •�. a an.v.• rwl,M„�r1.2 jure the akin Sid gloves, with the tips of the fingers out off to give air, are ex- cellent. They must be large size. A paste for soars is made of one-half an ounce of lanolin, one-quarter of an ounce of borate of sodium and one•quarter of a dram of salicylate of sodium. Apply night and morning N ith gentle friction. Lemon juice with glycerine is an ex- cellent cure for freckles, and should be applied nightly. Another effective cure is to rub a fresh slice of lemon over the face. If your face is too oily, wipe it off once a day with diluted alcohol. Put a pinch of borax in the water now and then when you wash your face sad nse a rice powder that is an absorbent. Croup Absolutely Cured "There is no remedy in my opinion that can act more promptly than Dr. Chase's Syrup of Linseed and Turpen- ti.ue. It cared my son of croup, abso- lutely, in one night. We gave him a dose when he was black in the face with choking. It gave him instant relief and cure." -Mr. Win. McGee, 49 Wright Ave., Toronto, Ont. An Every Day Otcsnrrence. "Good -day, old man, how are you get- ting along?" "Oh, all right, I hacl a load of pigs to market and got a good price tor them." "Fin glad to hear that. Thou surely you will do what you promised." "And what is that?" "Why to pay me that bill." "Oh, yon are too late, I ;;est pat the money in the bank." "And how is that." "Why I get interest for it there, and if I pay that account, I will get no in - test and no money back for my load of hogs." "Well, yon are a dandy." "Oh, there are lots like me." the same material face downward on it. The fingers, resting on thin, will not flat- ten the pile To turn out a hot puddiug plunge the mould or bag into hot water for thirty seconds. If it is a cold pudding, a jelly or blanc mange, dip it for an instant in very hot water. If ice cream refnses to leave a mold after being loosened, wrap, for an instant around the mold a cloth wrang from boiling hot water. Table cloths invariably begin to woar at the middle and in the side creases in which they are folded. When this is the case the edges of one side should be turned in and neatly stitched to form a hem about an inch in width. By this means the folds in the cloth will oome in fresh lines and the place of the old crease will have a new lease of life. Bake potatoes without using the oven. Plane an asbestos met on the top of then range, and on it lay the potatoes, prev - iously washed clean and dried. Cover with a deep pan and in one hoar you may eat a potato that is jest !aura in g with mealiness. A five cent asbestos mat will accommodate about five med- ium-sized potatoes. Occasionally the potatoes must be turned around. Blue linings for the bureau drawers or shirtwaist boxes, in which yon keep your prettiest blouses, keeps them more daintily white. Sleeve linings may take the form of tisene paper or of plain cotton stuffs. wh:oh are laid first in the drawer and folded over the pile of white clothes. Or tafted pads, with some del- icate, subtly perfume introduced into the cotton filling, £L' the need in a fashion which is much prettier, and cont bet a trifle more, What to d0 with Bold react meats is often a problem. 1.1.ld lamb is excellent when served in aispic filly. Make the jelly -or' asy it, which is easier and nearly as good every way -and pour a A. Cliteago Alderman itw, s ,His Flection to Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. "I can heartily and conscientiously recommend Chamberlain's Cough Rem- 1 edy for afiections of the throat and 1 longs," says Hon. John Shenick, 220 So. 1 Peoria St., Chicago. "Two years ago 1 during a political campaign, I caught cold after being overheated. which irrit- ated my throat and I was finally Qom- 1 1 pelted to stop, as I could not Speak aloud. In my extremeity a friend advised me to 1 use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. I took two doses that afternoon and could not believe my senses when I found. the I nextmorninq the inflammation had large- ly subsided. I took several doses that day, kept right on taking through the eompaign, and I thank this medicine i that I won my seat in the Council." RThis remedy is for sale by F. lit. Walley. "Ter enteral veers I bare been in vert to ttaltli. IA t Ralf .17'T eras,o bared by E.v. J. t', Aden, st Murray lather, 1' l I , •t. try ' Oxygenator.' Before ttyin1 it I had no faith in it, but last Octo. k+r be:an its lie. sad ren trait say that betors ssinE one jug I had wonderfully improred is my ;saort}i'health. since then I hat. need several late, ae a result hart o.ror spout .lith a hesitb) W ateror S ring as I dei thio year. '' lay Throat t rouble, e•at.rrh, Parleying the Blfl:,rgeaetorood, end for Bul:der uu flee system. 1 believe is not s nallsd tadr t bT 1, other remedy. 8rreral et fay congregation hart alae weed It +ltb Messed results I take great Intermit in Oxygenatorha+•:nt' ri..n jars of it away, mad cutlet it WONtr5$'C L ItRtd Rpt. to :elr,rd tt+ my ey.s niyper.at e' has dost Alfas rare X,•rd than tbs ucoli.te of the tras.tn ant te;eited in full eirep t•1 To tara,is, t think it peerless, for pr4es 1e 4e rheas. Lots or side, amused anywhere. If 1.1 rrcadrr. •, NET. 1 n, Atrl.keti, Yount :Stewart, r.t.) /•„ cwt. a.r - •• 1 HINTS FOR THE HOUSEWIFE. When altering a blouse it is a mistake to move the ehonlder seam to the front. A better plan is to let it drop backwards !instead of forwards. ' In sewing 8 piece of material on the bias to a straight piece the former is apt to become stretched. To avoid title the i bias should be placed underneath, and it will then be sewn in evenly. Face powders do not injure the elan. They help and protect it. Bat, of course, 1 they must be removed every night. Use a face cream for the removal of the powder. Powder is good for all those who are out in the tuna great deal. It le often difficult to prevent the pile c �?XY'Cif{<1Ai'O1�"a. of 'velvet from being crushed in stitching it Hae -!bond &L' .w hreritti it, and it good plan is to place a-,iec•e of Iittle in the bottom of a mould. Out the Iamb in thin sl:nes of uniform silo and trim them neasiy. When the layer of jelly is hard, armatge the slices with layers ofjelly and mar jetty in last of all., When the dish' is quite firm un- niould and de::orate with small olives, truflies, capers, or p.mentoes and garnish with water:rebs. OBSTINATE ONUS AND COLDS. The Kind That Stick. The Kind That Turn To BRONCHITIS. The Rind That End In CONSUMPTION. Do not give a cold the chance to settle on your lungs, but On the first sign of it go to your druggist and get a bottle of Dr. Wood's Norway Pine Syrup. Ii cures Coughs, Colds, Bronchitis, Sore Throat, Pains in the Chest, hoarseness, or any affection of the Throat or Lungs. Mrs. Gou- shaw, 42 Claremont Street, Toronto, writes: "I wish to thank you for the wonderful rood Dr. Weod'r Norway Pine Syrup has done for my husband and two children. Itis a wonderful medicine, it is leo healing and soothing to s tresaing cough. We are never without a bottle of It in the house." Don't accept a substitute` for Di•. Wood's Norway P]ne Syrup. lib put up in a yellow wrapper, three pine trees the trade marl, stud Eke 26 seats, Mi MV dealer*.