1 NEW YORK FA MOMS. 1 |§ Designs For Costumes That Have Be- f| || come Popular in the Metropolis. ,|§ t NEW YORK CITY (Special).—The long box coats are being more and more worn every day, and quite as fashionable for the juveniles as for the A YOUTHFUIJ BOX COAT. grownups. This stylish one present ed by Le Costume lloyal, for girls in their teens, is of gray broadcloth, with the indispensable 3titching and large white pearl buttons. The broad, double, shawl-like Dollar is a new and attractive feature, distinguishing this coat from the usual run. The New Spring Itlnuges. The new spring blouses are looser in front than last year's, but as it is their sweet will always to be of in finite variety and capriciousness, it is not possible to say that otherwise they have greatly changed. They are made with cape collars and boleros and epaulets, like other bodices, and they are tacked, plaited and covered with lace and embroidery. At a matinee this week, writes Ellen Osborn, I noticed a crossed blouse of delicate rose-tinted silk with a yoke of white silk and lace that was marked in diamonds with the narrowest of black velvet ribbon. From the yoke and crossing fronts hang a deep black ailk fringe. A coral-red blouse shoulder 'to shoulder with the pink one cost both their best effect, just as the dark, brilliant-cheeked girl who wore it made her blond neighbor look faded. Yet the coral blouse could not be blamed for its pretty tucked and plaited front, its sleeves tucked lor a few inches below the shoulder and its white silk corded revers. A simple and very attractive even ing blouse is of cream-colored mousse line, with a deep lace collar decorated with gold embroidered rosettes. Its flowing cravat is of white silk with lace ends. A more elaborate evening blouse of golden yellow silk has a small bolero of cream-colored lace and a front of plaited mousseline. The crossed ends of the yellow silk oravat are car ried out to the sides and held tight by mousseline rosettes and strass but tons. Ullinpie of Spring Styles. If one may trust the harbingers of fashion, which have all the air of swallows from the Riviera that indue time will make a summer, the Easter hat of 1900 will have a high, formid able looKing square crown, or else one that is practically flat; its lu-im will be swathed in cloudy rolls of tulle and its chief ornaments will be large, wheel-like rosettes of lase or ribbon or velvet, and flowers of a delicacyjof coloring and texture that is new to millinery. Apple, peach and cherry blossoms are first. favorites, and one sees entiro strawberry plants—leaves, flowers and fruit. The fringed scarves of last autumn have given place to tulle streamers that are brought from the back of the crown to cross upon the hair and then knot in front with long floating ends. A Dress to Be Iteuieiuberecl. A dress that may be remembered beyond the close of the season was lately worn by Mrs. George Gould, at Georgian court. The underskirt of exquisite silver gauze was plaited over pale blue mousseline de soie, which, in turn, had an underlining of pale blue taffeta. The overskirt, which opened in front, was of palest blue satin, incrusted with silver em broidery, and the low round bodice had wreaths of tiny roses for shoulder straps. The belt, of pale-blue miroir velvet, fastened at one side of the front with a big velvet rosette. Mrs. Gould wore pale-blue slippers and gloves, and her hair was dressed with roses. The Ilnge For Fringe. On elaborate costumes an eighteen inch fringe is not uncommon, and fringes are made in two or three layers of different colors, or different shades of the same color, that in themselves almost constitute costumes. Tlie Bolero in High Favor. The oldest of old friends that has just taken a new lease of favor is the bolero, many, many new editions ol which appear every day. Endless variations are worked upon this theme. The Fashion In Aprons. The rule of simplicity applies to maids' aprons. There should be U3 huge bretelles nor flaring flounces not "trimmings' of embroidery and lace. A nurse's apron may indulge in a few tucks slustered upon its deep hem, a parlor maid, housemaid, waitress and chambermaid, all of whom have sub stantially the same uniform, must wear perfectly plain aprons. Shoulder straps and a bow in the back are com mon to both brands of aprons. Some mistresses permit an untrimmed bre telle, but the narrow shoulder-atrap is better taste. Long streamers in the back are preferred by some. Yon can hardly go astray in the matter ol servants' dress as long as you insist upon plainness. It is the woman in NURSE'S" Apnox. search of novelties and "citrus" who makes the mistakes HINTS FOR HOUSEWIVES. line to the Wicks. A frequent cause of the oiliness on the outside of lamps is that the wick is kept too high when uulighted. It should be remembered that the wick draws the oil to the surface, and if it projects too far above the burner it will soon accumulate oil there, wLich will llud its way slowly over the out side. Some Effective Decorations. For decorative purposes the aspara gus and the smilnx have no rival, their light aud graceful appearance leuds it self wonderfully to being looped about pictures and mantelpieces. Dried grasses, though seldom used as decorations, will be found most ef fective, both as room and table orna ments. Amoug flowers the lily of the valley is perhaps the prettiest foi adoruing a table; a few ferns and mosses arranged wilh these blossoms give a most pleasing effect. For this season roses, azaleas aud Iloinan hya cinths arc also greatly used for deco rations. The Neweat Chiffonier. Tbe uewest article of furniture for the white-enamelled bedroom is a chiffonier provided with boxes instead of drawers. Each box is labeled witb the name of its prospective contents— gloves, veils, handkerchiefs, cravats, etc. In fact, one might c loose boxes for her own particular requirements nnd have the proper labels supplied, for these invaluable new convenienses have to be ordered. Another convenience is bodice hang ers, padded and perfumed, and cov ered with white silk strewn with dim inutive pink roses and buds. These aiay be ordered in any color pre ferred. Some New Fed Line i. Charming sets of bed linen are seen iu a trousseau. Sheets of lawn cam bric surrounded by a garland of tine embroidery. The upper sheet is or namented with a monogram,surround ed with a wreath of Louis XV"! style. The part that turns down is edged with a wide flounce of Valenciennei lace. The sheets are laid over a ground of pink marcsline. The mat tress cover is also of pink marceline, stitched with Louis XVI designs, with puffs of pink moire at the four zorners. It falls so as to liide the mattress and ends in a gather of pink inousseline de soie. The pillow cases ; are also set over a ground to match i the sheets and have the same garland and monogram aud are edged with the Valeucieunes. NoveltltM for tlie Dinner T«l)Ie. At a little dinner the other evening given by a well-known New York woman of fashion many novelties were introduced which other hostesses will be glnd to copy. Terrapin was served to each guest iu a iniuature chatiug dish perfect iu every detail. Throughout the course the little lamp was kept burning un der each dish. The dialing dishei were made of plated silver, with ebony handles, and gave a special touch of novelty to the course. When it came time to serve the sor bet it was found in the centre of an exquisite pink orchid. The stem of the orchid was coiled to form the standard, aud the curled petals of the Mower itself were of shaded pink wax. In the centre was a little paper case filled with the sorbet. As this was a pink dinner, the orchids carried out the color scheme, but they can be bought in a variety of colors, in faint green, with a touch of violet at the edge, they are most artistic. Many of the dishes at this dinner were brought to the table covered— that is, the individual plate had an in dividual cover which matched it ex actly. The portion, when brought to each guest, was not seen uutil the cover was removed by the butler. Little silver loving cups are also used for the serving of sorbets aud creams. Generally their only decora tion is the owner's monogram. For an informal diuner the latest jardiuiere i< a white swan filled with feathery ferns. Keel pes. Corn and Potato Mince—Mix to gether lightly one can of corn and two cupfuls of cold boiled potatoes chopped fiue; season with pepper and salt, and fry in butter until browned, stirring frequently with a fork. Fig Minuette—Split ladyfiugers in two and spread with a meringue made of the well-beaten white of an egg beaten with two tablespoonfuls of powdered sugar. Sprinkle thick with nuts aud figs chopped fine. Browu in the oveu and serve cold with custard or whipped cream. Crisped Crackers Split some butter crackers aud spread with butter; put them the buttered side up, in a pan, and browu iu a hot oveu. They are delicions \citli white and vegetable soup, and in fish chowder aud oyster stews. They can be prepared in a short time when it is not convenient to fry croutons or to toast over the opeu fife. Turkey Bourgeoise Singe bird, Jrawn and trussed as for toast—do not stuff Roast iu hot oven, basting well until nicely browned. Put a few slices of veal in the bottom of a deepstewpau; putin turkey, cover with slices of bacon; moisten to its height with stock or broth. Putin bunch of sweet herbs and season with pepper and salt. Stewed Celery—Cut the celery into inch pieces, cover with boiling water, and cook in a covered stewpau until tender. It should simmer slowly uutil done. When cooked add a pint of rich milk or cream, season to taste, and when boiling tbiekeu with a ta blespoonful of dour rubbed smooth in a little milk. Boil up ouce, stirring constantly, and ••rve. A Crest of Cloth. One of the ornithologists attached to the Smithsonian Institution was jollecting speoimens of the birds of southwestern Mexico not long ago, when he saw a cow-bird whioh seemed to Him to possess a white orest. Now, properly, the cow-bird is altogether black, and the top of his bead is as Bmooth as the poll of a young dry goods clerk. Evidently this strange matter required investigation, and a gunshot brought the bird to the ground. Then was found a more un expected marvel than was anticipated. The "snow-white crest" proved to be a piece of white cloth that had been stitched into the bird's soalp and trimmed to represent a c:ck's oomb, "it had doubtless been done when the bird was very young," says the ob server, "by some of the natives, and the wounds of the operation were en tirely healed."—Ernest Ingersoll, in the New Lippincott. Where Ituskln Learned English. The book which begot English prost still remains its supreme type. The English Bible is the true school ot English literature. It possesses ever} quality of our language in its supreme form—except for scientific precision, practical affairs and philosophic anal ysis. If you care to know the besl that our literature can give in simple, noble prose, mark, learn and inward ly digest the Holy Scriptures in the English tongue. Buskin as a preco cious boy of five began reading witb his mother the Bible through from beginning to end and over and ovei again, and got from it his marvelous instinct and faculty for noble, vital, always fascinating expression.—Fred eric Harrison's "Literary Estimates.'' The Polite Lie in Kuibryo. A little child has given us a peep into the process by which the polite lie is developed. Mamma was talking to Effie about the absence of Edith from the children's party. "You are sorry," said mamma, "that Edith could not come?" Effie replied, hav ing enjoyed herself. "Oh, I don't mind much." To which mamma re joined, "But Edith is ill; that is why she couldn't come. You must be 9orry." Effie considered. "Yes, ol course, I'm sorry," she said, "but it doesn't hurt me—inside."—Londoc Chronicle. ueaaty la tiiooa ueep. Clean blood means a clean skin. No jeauty without it. 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Such articles should never he used except on 'irescriptions 112 rom reputable physicians, as the larnage tbev will do is ten fold to the good you ■an possibly derive from them. Hail's Catarrh Cure manufactured by F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, ()., contains no morenry, and is taken internally, acting directly upon the blood and iiucous surfaces of the system. In buying Hall's Catarrh cure be sure to get the genuine, it is taken internally, an I is made in Toledo, Dliio, by F. J.Cheney & 10. T> stiinonials free, jysold by Druggists; price, 76c. per bottle. Hall's Family Pills are the best. There are 40,C00 men on the pay rolls of :he Cuban urmy. Deal Tobsec* Spit sad Smoke lour un A way. To quit tobacco easily and forever, be mag netic, full of life, nerve and vigor, tahe No To Bac, the wonder-worker, that makes weak men Itrong. All druggists, 50c or 11. Cure guaran teed. Booklet and sample free. Address Sterling Remedy Co.. Chicago or New York. Tbe pay of a juryman in Philadelphia U $2.50 a day. Orleans aud Htiturii, #27.50- ftlardi <-ra*. The Southern Railway will sell round trip i„ at »hißgton to Orleaus at one fare, I m Q, Iteketß on sale Feb. 30th to 35th with unal limit returning March 15th. Only route irom New York offering double daily trains, perfect Dining and Sleeping Car service New York to New Orleans. Time 89 hours. Full particulars of Alex. 8. Thweatt. Eastern Pass Agent, 271 Broadway, New York. The Import of Irish linen Into Germany has diminished very much. VITALITY low,debilitated or exhausted cured by nr. Kline's invigorating Tonic. FHEKSI trial bottle for 2 weeks'treatment. Dr. Klina Ld., 931 Arch St., Philadelphia. Founded 1871 The Inhabitants ot Chicago consume 160,- 900 gallons of milk every day. ■•w An Tear KlOtyi * Dr. Hobbs' Bnaragus Pills care all kidney ins. tie free. Add. sterling Remedy Co., Chicago orN.f A trained cinnamon bear ought to given spicy performance. H. H GHEBN'S HONS, of Atlanta, (la., are tht only sun wwful Dropsy Bpe I*l stu in the world See their 1 beral ofler In advertisement w an other column ot this piper. The estimated area of the Orange Free State is 49,960 square miles. Mrs. Wiuslow's Soothing Syrup forolilldrei teething, softens the gums, reducesluflamma. tion, allays pain, cures wind colic, 2fic.abottle In Italy is to be found a whole village o ivell-to-do retired organ-grinders. Uiest* Your Bowels With Cascarets. Candy Cathartic, cure constipation forever too, 28c. If aC. C. fall, druggists refund money Ninety thousand men in the British arm} have good-conduct badges. Jell-O. tbe New Dessert, Pleases all tbe family. Four flavors:— Lemon, Orange, Raspberry and Strawberry. At your grocers. 10 et». An evening newspaper in Phlladelpbtr refuses to sell papers to newsßlrla. I have fonnd Plso's Cure for Consumptloi an unfailing medicine.—F. R. Lore, 1306 Soot St., Covington, Ky„ Oct. I.IBM. 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