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The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04
THE FLAG AND ITS MAKER.
CAPT. SAMUEL CHESTER REID, OF
THE CITY OF NEW YORK.

He Was the Man VIII" Gave the Stars aud
Stripes the Character They Finally As
sun,e... nnt, Here Yon May Hca,, Of Him
and His Work.
Capt. Samuel Chester Reid, of New York
city, was the man who gave the United
States flag its final character, and his wife
and her lady assistants made tho first one.
As is well known, the original flag adopted at
the formation OF the government differed
somewhat III the arrangement of colors from
the one now in Use, aud congress, having no
adequate idea of the rapid increase of states,
provided for new stripe in the flag for each
new state The admission of Indiana in
lSl6. brought the number up to nineteen, and
the display OF 50 many stripes evidently
nlarred the symmetry of the flag, so, Oh the
4th of April 1918. President Monroe ap-
proved the act Of congress fixing tue number
Of stripes at thirteen, for the original states,
and a star for each Of a!l the states, the
whole forming Il large star III Il blue field
At 2 p. H. of April IS, ISIS, this flag, made
by Mrs Reid, was first displayed over the
hall of the house of representatives
Congressman Peter II. Wenuover, of New
York, was chairman Of the house committee
charged with the duty OF designing the new
flag and rs such consulted Capt Reid, then
at tho height of his fame as II naval officer,
the captain naturally thought of Il flag most
suitable for naval tisl nay, and all who SEQ the
Stars and Stripes streaming from the mast of
an American ship must admit that his COLI
ception was perfect. flcHrcw the plan of the
flag exactly as it is. and Mr. Wen.uver was
sopleasel with it that he commissioned Capt
Reid to have one made in New York Mrs
Reid daughter OF C"pt, Nathan Jennings. of
Connecticut, who served through the entire
revolution at once called in her most tleft
fingered lady friend, and III Il few days the
lovely silk banner on its way to Wash.
ington.
1t treached there April u, and was, rs aforc-
said, Immediately unfured over the repre-
sentatives' end Of the Capitol In his letter
Of that date acknowledging the receipt Of the
flag Congressman en,lover said ''h!r. clay,
the sneaker saws it, is wrpntr hat t1nr,, should
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

naturally reckless as rich: all save one
Alice. Alice was gentle and lovely, and
guilelcss. She loved pictures and books and
music and verse-and loved her especially
because she loved verse. | loved verse; and
when we were together there was IL sweet in
terchange Of poetic thought. Dear Alice,'
thought as looked at the beautiful land
scape, bathed in the light of the morning sun,
chow different from your brothers and sis
ters!''
just then the door opened with a great deal
Of unnecessary clatter and out rushed a young
wild Indian, with no hat and kilt buttoned
on to his waist.
FouiiitG or cJuly'r Hn .plv" .tF:'~'oevsoate te1
the way and I'll turn you a summerset." And
before could stop him he rushed to the rail
Of the piazza, put both hands on it, turned
handspring and lit six feet below on the
swalrl. was standing where couldn't see
him when he struck the ground, and hastened
to pick up his corpse. Wicked, reckless peo-
ple never get hurt. He had lit right OH his
feet, and was rushing around in circle drag
cling string of crackers after him. AS he
ran he lit the end.
Then went into the house.
At breakfast while old Mr. Flint was say
ing grace was stealing gances at Fan, who
sat opposite. Innocent devout creatnre' 1t
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04
WICKED FAN FLINT.

A STORY OF A FOURTH OF JULY AND HOW
ONE BACHELOR PASSED IT.
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

be no c harge in
your bill for tho
making Of the flag.
Il pay for that will
fbe acceptable, on
being informed |
will procure it. y
OF course the revo.
lutionary daughter
and her helpers do
clined all pay.
Samuel Chester
Reid was born i'll
Norwich, Conn. in
l7S3, and died in
N 9 W York city
Jan, %. lS(il Ooly
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

Tl".e wcs u fresh yolngster from SKYE.
WHO. tried OH the Fourth OF July
10 Jam in his pocket
An ,.odcr.s;2ed POCKET,
He i,as .,ol!.. TO tie sweet by an! BY.
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

He Was the Man VIII" Gave the Stars and
Stripes the Character They Finally AS
sun,ed. and Here Yon May Read of Him
and His Work.
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

The remainder Of be;t,ird cape> now at
cost at j.O-tf W. Il. kALi.Gll < Co.
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

seemed that she couldn't bow her head low
enough Tho tip of her nose almost touched
hrr ulate She was not only wicked, she was
The Great Falls leader. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1888-1900, 1889-07-04

BY my ears. Independence day had been
terror to me as a child, and now was a man
Grown-a. man approaching middle age-1
dreaded it more each year
l had come into the country with another
purpose. | had long admired my hosts
daughter, my chunl's oldest sister Not the
younger one-not that imp of iniquity, Fan
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
PEERLESS DYES ore sn Sa H5sT;

Too MUCH.-Rustics may be ex-
cused for not being well informed about
the value of pictures, but their notions
are sometimes very amusing, neverthe-
less. 1t is related Of Thomas Duncan,
a highly successful Scotch artist, that
he was once at workout or doors in
the west Of England--upon q beautiful
landscape IN water-color, when All old
fellow came up and looked over his
shoulder.
"Humphn said the stranger. "Now
how much do YOU want for that little
one lying on the %ground?n
Swell" replied Duncan, wishing to
sec what the ma would say, "tines
are hard, and | couldn't take less than
five slillinns for that.''
"And the bigger one by its side?''
pursued the customer.
That" responded Duncan, "would
be worth ten shillings.n
"And the larger one still, that you
are painting now"
"Ihis," replied the painter, sis
worth at least a guinea"
"Guinea!" calculated the old man, as
he stood transiixcd; "guinea! a guinea
for the like of that Il, and he walked
away, leaving Duncan to enjoy his joke
as he went on finishing the picture
which he expected TO sell without diff
Guilty for three hundred pounds.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
Table Decoration.

Luncheon Floral Decorntions.-Yel-
low datfodils were much used ut the
luncheon parties given along the Thames
dnrlIg the late bOnt race. at one house
the luncheon table had q narrow white
SATIN cloth laid down the centre, work
cd with yellow silk in the Russian cross
stitch, with n border Of Greek lace, re-
]leved ~ q lining Of yellow sntin. Low
white china rcccptaclcs filed with
uaitodlls were scattered about, Will. in
The centre stood q gilled basket filled
with the same, its tall handle wrcatllcd
with broad white and yellow ribbon,
finished off on II side in Il large bow.
Every servicttc was passed through q
broad band or ring Of cardboard, form
' oi y Ill / %s si%S5l TSYA AS 8 rissp G',n -r = SYw
were Profusely decorated with long
stalkcd daffodi1s, put in with sprays 81
richly tinted bcrbcris. Atanothey house
thc floral table decorations wore entire
" OF White lilac and nrum lilies, put in
pale blto china focoptac!es, laid upon a
broad lace strip over blue silk, reaching
almost the length Of the table. In every
plate was n b%uttonholc, composed Of a
gnrdcnia and leaves, tied with n light
blue ribbon. Alovely combination of
color was arrived at by masses Of deep
red roses, softencd by maidcnhair, put
into such low receptacles rs to appear
laid on the table, with a centre cloth Of
silver brocade, edged with pale pink
nncmones from the south Of France. laid
on singly with tinted ivy leaves. About
the silver brocade cloth were placed
small old eilyer articles Of quaint shape
and varied size, some holding bonbons.
GRANT sprays Of white lilac perfumed
Jthe air OF ono reception-room, while
covering branches Of e~vergreens filed
rhe n of another.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
Lung TROUBLES ana Wns,inr

Diseases can be cured, if properly treated
In time, as shown by the following state
mant from D.. @. EksEMAN, syaucy.
Having been q great sufferer from pull
monary attacks, and gradually wasting
away for the past two years, it Affords mo
pleasure to testify that SCOTS Emulsion of
Cod Liver Oil with Limo and Soda has
given me great relief, and I cheerfully re-
commend it to AL suffering in Il similar
way TO myself. In addition, I would say
that 1t Is very pleasant to take"
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

FELL IN THE TRAP.-" pronise
you one thing,p said the beautiful
maiden as she hung to his coat LAPEL,
~ promise you this, that when I am
your wife | shall study your colmfort.N
You will, my darling?n
"Ah! won't l 2"
AIN ~ WiaV way, ny G%;cotiicSct2''
"Wel, III never bake bread myself,
but always got it from tho bakehouses.s
"Glorious!''
"But in return for that -
"YesPn
"And for all my wifely love p
"And that T shall seek to promote
your comfort in everything --n
"Yes2n
"You will give up your clubs and
your associates who keep you out late
at night and devote all your attention
to me, cherish me, love me as you love
me ow,thipk mo as sweet and as beau
TT tifq 1. as you think me now-you will do
Shy joye, I will ~
"Then George, I reject you."
"What?n
eyes. I reject you. I want to marry
q man, not an angel"
HATED Observation-Disclosures he
said, with q quivering quaver in the
vowel sounds, "Sfaude, thrssee weeks ago
tonight | asked you to marry mo-"
"You did,"
"And you said no."
That was my answer"
1.-TWO weeks ago tonight 1 asked you
the Same question"
II remember"
"And you made tho same reply.~
"a week ago l asked you to be my
wife, and you SAID mo- again."
Eyes"
"You have had another week to think
ti!e matter over, and I called to SEQ
whether you had arrived at any other
conclusion"
She reflected a moment, and then said
gently:
Harry, / recognize the fact that
each time I have answered you precise
~ the same way. There has been moth
ing in my replies, SO far, to relieve tho
similarity" Then, after another pause
She said, still more softly:
Harry, I should hate very much to
be considered monotonouS.n
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Nearly everybody needs a good medicine at this
season, 10 purify the blood aud build up The sys.
tenn. Hoods Sarsaparilla is the most popular and
successful spring medicine and blood purifier. 1t
cures scrofula. AL nnmors, dyspepsia, sick head
ache, that Tired feeling.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Buns Brcak egg into q cup and
I'LL with sweet milk; mix with it half q
cup OF yeast, half a cup Of butter, one
cup OF sugar, enough flour to make u
soft dough; flavor with cinnamon and
nutmeg; let rise till very light, then
mold into biscuits with q few currants;
let rise q second time and bake.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
100 Ladies Wanted,

And 100 men to call daily on any druggist for
q free trial package OF Lanes Family Mcdi-
cine, tho great root and herb remedy, discoy-
c[eu W Dr.. Siias Lano while IN the Rocky
hi0unta'ns. For diseases Of tho blood, liver and
kidneys It is q positive euro. For constipation
ana cleaying,up tho complexion It does won.
qcIs: Ghtldre1 like i: Everyone praises it.
gists.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

A SCOTCH lady, who had no relish
for modern rich music, was expressing
her dislike Of the singing Of an anthem
In her church n day, when q ne'ghbor
SAID, well. that is a very old anthem.
David sang that anthem to Saul.n To
this the old lady replied, "Wcel, wcel, /
moo Tor the first time UNDERSTAND why
Saul threw his jayclin at David when
the lad sang for him.o
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

MIsTREss-"Mcrcy Oh me, what a
kitchenl Every pot, pan and dish is
dirty, the table looks like a junk shop,
and-why, it will take you a week to
get things cleaned upl What have, you
been doingY"
Sure, mum, the Young leddies has
just been down here showing me how
they roast q potato at the cooking
school" I
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Dobbins' Electric Soap has been made for
"a years. Each years sales have increased.
IN 1883 sales were 2,047 go io1es. Superior
quality, and absolute uniformity and purity,
this possible. Do you use it. Try ii?
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

DR.. John Erikson is to make Il report
to the Swedish Government on the dis
eases of plants and the parasites that in
fest them.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
Cntarrh Cured.

a. Clergyman, after years OF suffering from
Int loathsome dfecase, Catarrh, and vainly
prescription which completely cured and eayed
aiIn from death. Any sufferer from this dread.
envelope TO- Prof. J. a.. Lawrence, IS Warren
st., NJ T., Will receive the recipefree Of charge.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
Frazer Axle Grease.

The Frazer Axle Grease Is the very best.
a trial will prove we are right. Received
first premium at North Carolina State Fair.
Centennial, and Paris Exposition.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Experiments show that Portland ce-
ment expands. Three glass bottles
filled with il and sealed burst in two,
eight, and ten days respectively.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Better to be despised for too anxious
apprehension than ruined by too con-
ildent a security.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Nothing cures Dropsy, Gravel, Brighrs. Heart.
piabates, Urinary Liver Diseases. Nervousness,
ST., Phila. 81 a bottle, i for IS. At Druggists,
cures the worst cases Cure GnarAnteou. IrYl L.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
RICE TOAST WITH PoAcHED i

RICE TOAST WITH PoAcHED Eaes.
Boil tho rice the night before it is
used; put it in a bread loaf pan and
keep on ice; the next morning cut it in
slices, brush n little melted butter over
tho broiler and the sliced rice, and broil
~oIlrather toast, before the fire. When
t.bre butter the slices, place ON each a
Eneok. Id egg, spot the top OF the egg
WSkan little black pepper and serve.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

On TN PUDD1NG. Six ounces Of
melted SHUTTER; pour it over the same
quantityiaof sugar; stir 1t we'll until cold.
Crate ito rind Of O large lemon, and
add to III eight eggs well Beaten and the
juice Of two lemons; Stir all together
and ba]Ee with puff paste around the
edges l@ the dish.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

FITS: An Fits stopped free by Or. Hines Groat
N3ryo Restorer. No Fits after Gfst days. nae. MGr.
yglons cures. preatlse and s. 90 trial bottle FREQ 10
FIN caaoA Send 10 Of. Klino,95 Arch 81. Phila PA
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

The wild horse; it is said, is not ex-
clusively of Asiatic origin, but has ex-
listed in America as far back as the ter
tiary age.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Oil of. wintergreen mixed with an
equal quantity Of olive oil is recon-
mended as a rheumatic pain-killer.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

1t is reported that defective hearing
IS on the increase in this country, and
that it is largely owing to defective
teeth.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

CARAMEL CUsTARD.-P"fa handful
Of loaf sugar into q sauce ,mar.:l lit
tle water, and let 1t set on the fire until
II becomes a bark brown caramel; then
add boiling water to make a dark liquid
the color Of strong coffee. Beat tho
yolks of six eggs with a little milk;
strain, add q pint Of milk, sugar TO
taste, and rs much Of the cold cafamcl-
water rs it is required to color the Gus
tard. Pour into a buttcred mold and
set in a pan of cold water; then place
THIS over tho fire, but be careful that
inc water does not boil. Steam half an
hour, and serve.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

BEIGNETs SoUFFLEs.-Into Il pint
OF water put q little salt, u piece Of but
ter The size Of an egg, and the same
quantity Of sugar., and some grated
lemon peel. Pour into a saucepan, and
when The water boils, stir into it, grad
ually, enough flour to mako IL thick
paste; remove 1t from the / ,and when
nearly cold beat into 1t three or four
eggs. The whites may lie beaten and
worked into the paste separately, but
tins is not absolutely necessary. Drop
pieces the size OF a walnut into hot lard.
and fry. Serve piled up on Il dish and
sprinklcd with powdered sugar, and
with q sliced or Quartercd lemon. Each
beignct may he cut open and a small
piece of jam or jelly inserted.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

You speak well of your enemies
you are a. god-or tho clcyerest MAI
born.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
oregon, tho Pnradi.e OF rarmera.

Mild, equablo climate. certain and abundant croDs.
Beet frnit, grain. erase and stock country in the world.
Full. tnfqrmation free. Address tho Oregon Immi.
grafton Board, Portland, Oregon. T"-
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

PLANT q small patch Of sweet corn.
beans, peas and potatoes very early.
II the frost kills some Of them the loss
Will be small, and if they escape YOU
Will have q change, Of rations "a
month earlier than people who neglect
the garden till all the farm crops
are in.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Rupture cure guaranteed by
Dr.. j.. b. Mayer, 831 Arch ST., Phll'a,
Pa. Ease at once, no operation or dc.
lay from business, attested by thou.
sands Of cures after others fail, advlce
free, send for circular.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19
Is Il any Wonder.

that pr. Picrce's Golden Medical Discovery
0utsells all other blood and liver medicines,
critics as to warrant its manufacturers i SUP
R2iSlng NJ 70 the people (as they arc doing,
esshtesg %e aaiISlES,9 i sSo Sdda IT, i SSnd 1Iae tas ss' 4 q Aa Sc
eitho! benefit. OF. cure the patient. or tho money
paid foE u will pc promptly aau}ncd. rs cures
from Impure blood, as biliousncss, "IiYer com.
PLbhasi,m,Mf," A. skin and scalp diseases, salt
feSer.sores, hip-joint disease and kindred All,
mcntS. " ~
Reward for on incnrablc case CT chronic
Nasal Catarrh offered by tho manufacturers Of
Dr; sage's Catarrh Remedy. 50 cents, by drug
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

Parents spoil the children, but men
spoil themselves unaided.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

AN effective table scarf is made of
scrim. An eight inch border Of old
gold satin serge, on which has been
worked IN arrasene embroidery a spray
OF e%glantine, is applied at either end by
means OF fancy stitches in silk, CORE
spending to tho tones in the embroid-
cry. a hemstitched border edges the
entire scarf, and the edges are fringed
with silk in all the colors Of the en-
broidery and old gold.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

AFTER each rain the ground should
be cultivated lightly in order to prevent
evaporation Of moisture. The loose dirt
serves as a covering and shields the
earth from the direct effect of driving
winds and heat Of the sun.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

CHOCOLATE CAKE.-One pound of
sugar, six eggs, one pound of-ilour. one
mar pound OF butter, one cup of milk,
one t~easpoonful of baking powder; bake
IN layers. For the dressing take one
liali pound of chocolate, two pounds Of
sugar, one cup Of milk or cream, one
half cup OF butter; cook until thick and
spread between the layers.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

The devil holds poor cards, but he
plays them mighty we'll.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

CoFrEE. TO make good coffee allow
q tablespoonful Of finely ground coffee
ior each person. Add sufficient cold
water to cover well and place on The
stove until 1t boils three minutes, then
M up with boiling water. This coffee
VIII require no egg to settle it. Before
serving at the breakfast table pour out
q teacupful Of coffee and return it to
the coffee pot.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

II neW invention to prevent collisions
at sea, consisting Of u small plate fixed
at the side Of the vessel, has been very
successfully tried on the Thames.
Electricity is the active agent. The
approach Of a vessel within Two miles
causes y bell to sound. and an indicat-
ing arrow shows the direction whence
it comes.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

n process, called the Cooper process,
Oh lining iron pires with glass, is re-
portcG. which is said TO lave stood
ne severe test OF having water passed
through them at the boiling point and
Immediately followed by water at a
temperature of thirty-tlrco degrees,
ana without in any way cracking or
dainaging the glass. If the Invention
sllouid prove equal 10 such changes OF
temperature in ordinary service With.
out injury, il will he found e~xceediuniy
valuable. 1s9
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

HAM ToAsT.-Chop very small bits
OF boiled ham, with not much fat. 10
II pint of chopped ham add two we'll
beaten eggs, a half teacup sweet cream
or milk, q little pepper, and, if neces-
sary, salt,an eighth Of a teaspoon of dry
mustard. Heat this mixture thorough
~; when hot spread over slices of toast
ed bread which have been dipped in hot
saltcd water, and we'll butteIed.
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

IA WEALTHY mar ruined Hy &SW
wheat" read Mrs. Talkenc. "'Tllis is
sad,' she commented, "but thousands
OF wealthy men are ruined by old rye
and The papers don't say anything about
It,"
The Marlboro democrat. [volume] (Bennettsville, S.C.) 1882-1908, 1889-07-19

CLEMENTINE-'If 1 had known you
marricdhic only for my money l would
meyer hDyc agcCItel YOU'D (.
MontNguc-"And If I'd known you
were gong to be s~o.close With it l would
never have proposed"