In this bright little story, we see what may be really done in the way of self-support by young women of sturdy independence and courage, with no false pride to deter them from taking up the homely work which they are capable of doing. It will give an incentive to many a baffled, discouraged girl who has failed from trying to work in the old ruts.
HOW THEY LEARNED HOUSEWORK. By Christina Goodwin. 75 cents.
Four merry schoolgirls during vacation time are inducted into the mysteries of chamber-work, cooking, washing, ironing, putting up preserves and cutting and making underclothes, all under the careful supervision of one of the mothers. The whole thing is made attractive for them in a way that is simply captivating, and the story of their experiment is full of interest.
A GIRL'S ROOM. With plans and designs for work upstairs and down, and entertainments for herself and friends. By Some Friends of the Girls. $1.00.
This dainty volume not only shows girls how to make their rooms cosey and attractive at small trouble and expense, but also how to pass a social evening with various games, and to prepare many pretty and useful articles for themselves and friends.
CHRISTIE'S CHRISTMAS. By Pansy. 12mo, fully illustrated, $1.50.
Christie is one of those delightfully life-like, naïve and interesting characters which no one so well as Pansy can portray, and in the study of which every reader will find delight and profit.
ANNA MARIA'S HOUSEKEEPING. By Mrs. S. D. Power. 16mo, extra cloth, $1.00.
Articles on household matters, written in a clear, fascinating style out of the experience of a writer who knows whereof she speaks. Every girl and young housekeeper should own a copy.
BRAVE GIRLS. By Mary Hartwell Catherwood, Nora Perry, Mrs. John Sherwood and others. $1.50.