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The sheets made by Mrs. Betsey Turner, age eighty-seven, 

 pleased us, and a great many others. They were something we 

 have never had. The sewing was nicely done, and all seemed 

 to notice particularly the nice hemming. 



We suggest that some nice darning, and other kinds of 

 mending be sent. Excellent mending is as beautiful as em- 

 broidery. A great many learn to embroider well, while com- 

 paratively few are nice menders. 



Another suggestion we think timely : 



A great benefit to our artist friends would be to allow them 

 the half of the table, facing the west windovvs. The oil paint- 

 ings ai'e no small feature in our collection. Much dissatisfaction 

 might be avoided, if it were understood that, that part of the 

 table was for their special use ! 



Those at all conversant with oil painting, are perfectly aware 

 that an unfavorable light ruins the effect of airy of these 

 pictures; while a water-color is as well brought out in nearly 

 any light. 



The screen, sent by Miss Hall, this year, would entirely have 

 lost its beauty if it had been allowed to remain on the table 

 near the windows, hack to tlie light. We cannot expect our 

 young ladies to bring their best efforts, if some pains is not 

 taken to show them to the best advantage. They are certainly 

 the greatest ornaments on that side the hall. 



EMMA M. C. BATES. 



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