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while in church or at an evening entertainment. 

 Both young and old should avoid such an unwise 

 practice anywhere. 



Shoes that lace are more hygienic than button shoes, 

 or the style called "Congress/ 7 because they give the 

 air a better chance to circulate. For a similar reason, 

 low shoes, when the weather will permit, are the best 

 of all. Shoes should be neither box nor narrow toed 

 in form, but should conform to the natural shape of 

 the feet. 



High heels are injurious because they place the body 

 in an unnatural position. Low broad heels are far 

 handsomer and much more hygienic. Extension soles 

 are good because they protect the feet. While wear- 

 ing extremely thick heavy shoes may often enable 

 one to do without rubbers, it does not seem wise to 

 burden the feet all of the time that they may be pro- 

 tected some of the time. It is certainly far better to 

 wear shoes heavy enough to protect the feet properly 

 at ordinary times, and then put on light rubbers when 

 stormy weather makes extra covering necessary. 

 Where the feet sweat easily and are tender, frequent 

 changing of stockings and bathing in cold water give 

 both relief and strength. 



Children are often so careless as not to avoid getting 

 their feet wet. They even purposely wade or run 

 through pools of water on their way to and from school. 

 The fun and excitement of splashing through the 

 fascinating water seem too enticing to resist. But 



