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niF. nocic Tsr.Axn Annus, wkdnksday. September o. io. 6 WEST END W. C. T. U. Mrt. D. J. Witt. 100S Fourteenth av enue, entertained the regular monthly meeting of the West End W. C. T. I". at her home yesterday afternoon. Only routine business was transacted. The next meeting will be with Mr. S. M. Wilson. 943 Twenty-first street. FOR MISS GANNON. Miss Esther Gannon, whose mar riage to Frank Kemp take place next week, was honoroe at a miscellaneous fhower given at the home or Mrs. Bert Gannon. Thirty-fifih street and Fifteenth avenue, yesterday afternoon. Yellow and white, the wedding colors, were used in the decoration of the home. In the games the first prHe went to Mrs. Fred Cox. the second to Mr. Herman Hreder and the consola tion to Mrs. William Ebcrle. Mr. Kemp, the groom-elect, was the guest cf honor at a stag party given last night to a company of trl-city young men at the home of Fred rep ping. 1405 Thirty-eighth street. The main diversion of the evening was a mock wedding, in which Fred Pepping impersonated the bride. Bert Gannon the groom and Lawrence Credar the officiating minister. In a rice contest first prize went tc- John Pepping, sec ond to Chris Gannon and third to Henry Stolmeyer. The guest of honor was presented a large brass cigar container. TO ATTEND BANQUET. The Loyal Bereans of Memorial Christian church w-ho took part in the recent contest on either side have been Invited to attend a banquet at the church next Saturday evening. Sept. 12. to be given in honor of the winners. TO HONOR MISS LARSON. Miss Alice Seeburger entertained a company of 12 girl friends last even ing at a linen shower in honor of Miss Mabel Larson, whose marriage Is an event of the month. The affair was held at the home of the hostess, 500 Forty-second street and proved a most delightful party. The house was dec orated in yellow and white, carried out with flowers and streamers of crepe paper. In a game of finding hid den hearts Miss Cunningham took the prize and in the contest of writins proposals Miss Ruth AUsbrow made the best proposal. A delicious lunch ' I ..W.V - - - ----- out in tne decorations. lowers in ine colors formed a table centerpiece and extending from it to each place were yellow riDbons to wnicn were auacn-, the woman's club who have not as ed cupida on which were toasts to the I vet identified themselves with this de ' nonoree. x xie nuuou leauiug iu ..usb Larson's place when pulled o pec ed an umbrella from which were showered on her many lovely gifts of linen. cial hour was enjoyed and refresh- ments were served. Miss Mildred j Adams will be the hostess at the Oc tober meeting of the circle. i MIDDY MAIDENS HOSTESSES. j The Middy Maidens acted as host esses last evening nt a miscellaneous shower in honor of Miss Norma Ennis. whose marriage to Frank Bruhn is an event of the day. The affair was held at the home of Miss Ida Smith in South Rock Island. Supper was served and in the table decoration blue and white were carried out with flowers. The; gifts for Miss Ennis were concealed about the house and the honoree was asked to find them. A feature of the evening was the throwing of her bou-1 quet by the brMe-to-bo and it was caught by Miss Susanne Weyerhauser. Vocal numbers were given by 'Miss Minnie Xowack and Miss Ennis gave piano selections, games completing a delightful evening. The club will meet in two weeks with Ml.s Martha Schubert, 1101 Eleventh street. JOLLY THIRTEEN CLUB. The Jolly Thirteen club members were entertained yesterday by Mrs. C. V. Hendricks. 609 Forty-first street, three tables of 500 being played. In the games the first favor was won by ' J Mrs. Hitnz of Moline, Mrs. Sterner took second and Mrs. Meeder the con solation favor. A lunch was served at the small tables after the games. Mrs. P. Van Hoorebeke of Moline will e-i- tertain in two weeks. t i MIX CLUB WITH MRS. DOWNS, j Members of the Mix club enjoyed the j afternoon yesterday as the guests of ; Mrs. Robert Downs. 1413 Fourteenth-: and-a-half street. Three tables of 500 were played and prizes were given to , Mrs. David Larson. Mr3. II. Hansen J and Miss Agnes Lamp. Lunch was served at the individual tables at the conclusion of play. The club will be. entertained in two weeks by Mrs. : Hansen, 914 Fourteenth street. CIVIC DEPARTMENT FRIDAY. j The regular meeting of f.ie civic de-' partment of the Woman's club will be held Friday afternoon, Sept. 11, at 3 o'clock In the parlcrs of Masonic tem ple. Mrs. Joseph Goldsmith will give a reading and Dr. Emily Wright will address the department on the sub ject, "The Air We Breathe, and Thej Air We Should nreathe." ' The civic department is now start-: ing on its fall work, and has much of importance planned. It Is urgently de sired that the full membership be pres ent at thin meeting, and the members ' New Fall Blouses with New Features at $1.98, $2.98, $4.98 Choice reproduction In the most dressy models at! this price we have ever nhown. Blouses In Black. Blue, nuBslan Green and tho soft, warm Brown that characterize the Autumn all made over white and trimmed with shadow laces, embroidered, net Taffeta. Mescaline and Crepe de Chine. YOU SURELY WILL WANT TO SEE THEM. THE ALWAYS BUSY STORE 414 I5-TM Smart; Clothes TRADE AT HEADQUARTERS-ITS SAFE D IU..I Special-Fall Silk Petticoats at $1.98 and $2.98 Pretty llk Jersey petticoats of Messallne and Taffeta, with accordion pleating of generous depth, close clinging from ankle to knee. Stress has been made on the deep flouncing because these are prom ised a great vogue for Fall. Choice of the widest variety in color and minor style points. SEE THEM THURSDAY The Most Exclusive, Smartest and Best H 1. Tfl u err oSL .11 Apparel Alterations Made Free X). E. S. SOCIETY AT TEMPLE. A meeting of the O. E. S. Sewing so ciety was held yesterdav in the par lors of the Masonic temple, with Mrs. C. W. Horton and Mrs. Kennedy as the hostesses. The ro-itine business of the society was transacted followed by a delightful social meeting and the serving of refreshments. , HELEN MILLS CIRCLE. Miss Florence McCombs at her home S42 Nineteenth street, was hos tess yesterday afternoon at a meeting ct the Helen Mills circle of Broadway Presbyterian church. The devotional services were conducted by Miss Mc Combs and Miss Annie Montgomery gave a short talk to the members. Ko rean sketches was the general sub ject for the afternoon. Miss Gene Welch resigned as one of the captains of. the teams that are conducting a missionary reading contest and in her place Miss Dorothy Schoessel was chosen. The other captain i Miss Ciarlotte Huesicg. Reports were giv en on the progress so far made. A so- partment are urged to do so at this ' time. j T. O. Q. CLUB THEATRE PARTY, j Miss Helen Kinsland entertained the ' members ef the T. O. Q. club last eve ning at her home, 32 Eleventh street, following a theatre party at the Em pire. They were served with a nice ' lunch, and the evening from start to, , finish was a merry one. The club will ' meet again In two weeks. j HAVE PROGRESSIVE PARTY. j A company of 13 young ladies, con-: sfBtlng of the office force of Young & ; McCombs, carried out a deiightf'i! pro-: gressive party last evening. Beginning at the home of Miss Florence Nelson, ' 1311 Thirty-ninth street, the company , went to the home of Miss Ruth Carl- ' Fon, 1331 Thirty-second street, and then in succession to the homes ct Miss Julia Hanseen, 27"4 Eighteenth , avenue. Miss Mabel Hamilton, 1400. Twenty-fifth 5tre?t. Miss Marie Mc Farland, S49 Twentieth street. Miss . Kuth Stephenson, 1221 Seventh ave nue, and Mi?3 Fern Brecher, 503 Webb street. South Rock Island. Women's Tailored Suits for Fall at $14.75, $18.75, $24.75 up to $45 Have a Wonderful Charm UNCOMMONLY attractive models developed on long, lithe, Redingdote and Moyenage "maddle age" lines that are the essence of chicness. You will know them at once by their deep, warm colorings Russet Browns, Rich Raisin Tones, Soft Dull Greens and, of course, plenty of Navy Blue and Black. You 11 know them, too, by their elaborate trimmings oi veivct, uicir luiuj dim and braided ornaments and by their great soft collars and a host of other details that belong to a new season. Fabrics include Broadcloth, Gaberdines, Serges, New Rough Weaves and Novelties. Delightful types characterized by individuality. Delightful New Fall Coats for Women and Misses at $5.98, $7.98, $10.75 to $97.50 Just a look is sufficient to make any woman eager to slip into them. They are so ample, so com fortable so generous in every feature from the great collars and large, deep belts to the unusual fullness of those in cape effects Some are straight and loose and nearly seven- eighths in length, others are short and jauntv with more of the cape than coat about them. Many are of Pancy Mixed Cloths, in a variety of coloring and more rich soft Broadcloth is seen than for many seasons past; Zibehnes, Pebble Chev iots and Serges are included in this collection. Notable New Arrivals in Fall Frocks for All Occasions at $14.75, $18.75, $24.75 to $47.50 Many surprises are in store Women will be delighted to find the charming old Basque reinstated with the "quaint low line sashes that our grandmothers wore all a little different, of course, all re adjusted and applied to meet present ideas of graceful figure lines. Such favored materials as Charmeuse, Crepe Meteor, Pussv "Willow Taffeta and Navy Blue Serge combined with Black Charmeuse may be had. iwm&m 'k vh& S&j-J km 1 m mm .11 Tretty white collars and culls of Organdy, Fique or vvmte unarmeause wmcn are aeiacnauie. WOMEN'S AND MISSES' SIZES. Alterations Made Free. i New Seree Frocks for Early Wear, $5.98, $7.98, $12.98 You will need a Seree Frock or two this fall make selections early. At least, 400 new dresses ready Thurs- dav. These are new and novel as suits with new lVlilitaire ana casque enecis sumc wnn wun uiuinduuu. yday, s- y " M ' Fit Gaaran dti&fjL W teed. A Wonderfully Complete Display of Correct Autumn Millinery Modes $3 $5 $7.50 $10 A great display that correctly portrays the latest styles the auhontic Millinery creations from the world's style cen tersand accepted as such. There are smart Military and Colonial Turbans as well as stunning Sailor shapes in many stvles and the trimmings of Gold and Silver Ornaments, Flow ers and Gold and Silver Cloths add a distinctiveness that greatly enhance their beauty. Newest Styles in Fall Skirts New Serges, Gabardines, Poplins, Silk Chudda and Diagonals, in every wanted color showing the newest Tunic models, the new Yoke and Side Pleat effects and the plain tailored and button trimmed models. Separate skirts are going to be greatly in demand and we feel fortunate in securing such a splendid assortment as we now have ready at these prices. (Additional Social on Fage 9.) FOR 10 DAYS ONLY So that all our customers may become acquainted with Pictorial Review its fashions, its stories, its special departments and its all around general usefulness in the home we ; have arranged with the publishers to offer you SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER Numbers of PICTORIAL REVIEW I All For Only 25c ' LEAVE YOUR ORDER AT PATTERN COUNTER. MAIN FLOOR. RIGHT. The Store for All the People 1 W !"H Co-operative Store Co Co-operative Store Co -3 rr 171 r i. T i i IVULK 1MSI1U Doar Mrs. Thompson: (1) Will jou pleafe tell mo ii Av how to manicure J tho finRpr nai:.-i, and how oftt-n? (2) What Id good for an cily com plexion? (3) What thirps rhouM one write I w'in keeping a diary? J (4) Do you think the French or Kid i ncy heels are nsore dressy than ota- (5) Is it wron.T fcr a prl to cH'e her picture to a young man if she isn't en gaged to him? (6) How old should a girl be before sie starts a "Hope chest?" THANK VOl. (1) Wash the hands in warm water. using a brush and a good soap. Hub tiacK the cuticle with a towel or , crange Btick. If there is some eklh I left on the nails near the cuticle, re i move it by means of a buffer and a lit tle powdered pumioe. Kile the nails to an oval shape, and polish. (2) The best astringent for an oily skin is camphor water. Do not apply too often, as It lias drying qualities likely to prove disastrous to a deli cate skin. (3) Write those things which you will want to remember later on. These thoughts yon will know best how to answer. I should suggest that yoit piit down what you do every day nJ all the worth-while thoughts that come to you. (4 The French heels. (5) No; but bo fcure that ho will 1 appreciate having it. t6j The earlier the better. Dear Mrs. Thompson: We moreJ Into cur present abode last October. There were bedbugs In the flat when we moved in. We have been using gasoline and carbolic acid mixed, but they are getting worse, aid we do not know what to do to get rid of them. Will you please advise us. a. a. Wash bedrooms and closets with bi chloride solution, fill all crevices wit soft putty. Kxamine everything dally bed furnishings, chairs, boxes, backs of pictures, books, and papers. Have white slips for the mattresses; re nioe, turn and exam'ne seams and wet the corners with bichloride. Paint the mattresses over lig'.itly with bichloride; it neither stains nor smells. Wipe the bedstead and springs with a cloth wet In it and drench the erevlips which are unwipable. Kero sene and benzine are of value to kill t'uin In the crevices and cracks also. Dear Mrs. Thompson: (1) Please give me a remedy to cure callouses on the bottom of the feet. I have tried many remedies without avail. (2) Please give a recipe for an Inex pensive white cake. THANK YOU. (1) Soak the feet thoroughly in hot water, and then paint the callouses with iodine. When the callouses are soft, rub them with a pumice stone. Do this every night. (2) Here is a recipe for a one-egg cake, which you' may find that you like: One-fourti cup of butter, one- half cup sugar, one egg, one-half cup milk, one and one-half cups flour, and two and one-half teaspoons baking powder. Cream the butter, add sugar gradually, and ege well beaten. . Mix and sift the flour and baking powder, add alternately with nrilk to first mix ture. Bake 30 minutes In a shallow pan. Spread with chocolate frosUng. Dear Mrs. Thompson: Is there a postage stamp flirtation, and. If so, wfiat is the code? B. X. F. There Is one, I believe, but It will not be printed in these columns. Dear Mrs. Thompson: (1) I am 15 years old. Am I too young to come borne from the Watch tower with a girl friend and two ycung boy friends? My mother does not object. (2 I fix my hair in a French roll. Is that too old? If so, how should I fix it? I am tall. (3) I wear gloves all the time, but still my hands are tanned. How can I whiten them, and also my neck? "MIDDY." (1) No, If you get home early and are a sensible sort of a little girl. (2) lA trifle too old. I think. Can you not wear it a Mt more loose nnd fluffy? It Is not aa trying as the French roll. (3 Buttermilk or .lemon juice will help them. HOUSEHi MINTJP THINGS WORTH KNOWING. If when canning pears . they have an insipid taste, the addition of some grape juice will give them a deli cious flavor and a beautiful color. A scant teaspoonful of alum added to a large kettle of pickles will keep them very green and make them crisp. A few drops of pure glycerine put on the edges of your jars before screwing on the- lid will prevent mold from forming on the fruiL Strips of adhesive plaster make ex cellent weather strips. Cracks and crevices may be sealed completely by Its use. THE TABLE. Peach Roll Pare and cut up fine half a do.icn peaches and sweeten them . liberally. Mix together one pint of flour, two teaspoonfuls of baking powder, one-half teaspoonful of salt and one small tablespoonful of butter. Mix with sweet milk until it can be handled just comfortably. Roll out, spread it with the sliced peaches and roll it up, pinching the ends to give it a long, narrow shape. Lay this In a deep baking dsh, sift flour over it lightly, dust with pul verized sugar and add a few bits of butter and a cup of boiling water. Cover with a lid and bake for 30 min utes. Remove the lid and brown for five minutes. Serve hot from the pudding dish. The water, flour, sugar and butter, together with the peach Juice, will have formed all the sauce necessary. Poach Tapioca Wash a cup of the fine granulated tapioca In cold water, rinsing several times. Place in a bowl with three cups of cold watei and allow this to stand for 30 min utes. Then cook in a double boiler until the tapioca is clear and trans parent. Pare ripe peaches, cut them ta halves and remove the stones. When the tapioca s clear po"r 11 over the peaches, arranged in a bak ing dish. Cover the dish tightly and bake in a moderate oven until the peaches are tender. Then demove the cover and brown the surface slightly. Serve very cool with whipped cream, slightly sweetened. Huckleberry Sago Wash a cupful of sago through cold water several times, then cover with three cupfuls of cold water and soak two hours. Cook over hot water until transpar ent Stem and wash perfectly ripe berries and put them Into a glass dish. When the tapioca cools a little pour it over the berries and set in th refrigerator to get thoroughly chilled. Baked Peach Pudding Mix a bis cuit dough from one quart of flour, two te: spoonfuls of baking powder, two-thirds of a cup of milk, a dash of salt and two tablespoonfuls of butter. Handle as lightly as possible and roll out until it is less than half an inch in thickness. Lay this on a shallow baking pan and stick it full of peach halves from which the stones have been removed. In the holes thus left stick bits of butter, a dash of floifr anil plenty of sugar. Bake quickly and serve hot, w ith cream.