The Dining-Room

"ON HOSPITABLE THOUGHTS INTENT."

ONE of the most important rooms in the home is the and home-maker show their greatest skill. It is also the room from which the man of the house goes directly to his daily task, and the remembrance of a bright, attractive room, with a breakfast well cooked and properly served, will greatly relieve the pressure of a severe day's work. When the day is done, it is into this room he returns for his dinner or supper, and again a cheerful, well-kept room will do much to make home the happiest place in the world, as it should be.

It is not essential to have the furniture the most expensive in the market, let it be simple. The principal piece should be an extension table, either square or round. The chairs should be alike. A sideboard, as well as a china cabinet and a serving-table are desirable. If possible, the floor should be of hard wood, or if not, painted. By all means, use a rug for the floor.