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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21
TRICK ON A DRUMMER.
The Boys Filled His Hand Grenades
with Turpentine.

1t was into the small town of New
nan, several years ago, just after the
invention of chemical hand grenades
for eXtinguishing fires that a young
man strolled with a valise full of
| tbtse globes to sell to the good people
Of the village. yes, sir" he told the
crowd that gathered around him, "a
half dozen of these will put out a
whole house afire. The grandest in
vention of the age. In a few moments,
gentlemen, I shall get numbers of dry
goods boxes, set them afire, and then
show you the workings of this remark
able fire extinguisher." Now, New
nan is famed the world over for the
astuteness of it's practical jokers. The
valise had been left under tree m
the public square while the drummer
went for the dry goods boxes. An
idea of genius took possession of some
friend, the friend laughed inconti-
nently and ran over to the drug store,
coming back presently with a four
gallon can of turpentine. The
grenades were snatched from the va
lise, uncorked, and filled as fast as
these wicked men could pour the tur-
pentine into them. They had just
completed their task when the ex-
hibitor returned on a dray piled high
with shoe boxes.
Now, gentlemen" he said with a
busy air, "just be patient and we'll
start the circus" 1t was a difficult
matter for the crowd to be patient, but
the exhibitor came to the conclusion
that there never was such an inter
ested gathering.
The boxes were heaped high, straw
was piled about them, and the hand
grenade man wiped his brow of the
dampness of ardor and touched a
match.
NO." he said, mot yet Wait till
she gets little higher. I want to give
you good test"
"Now, look out everybodyp' he
shouted, taking up one of the grenades
and hurting it into the midst of the
seething flames. 1t struck, broke, and
great flame shot up twenty feet into
the air.
That's the way she acts some
times" said the fire extinguisher. at
generally takes three or four
With that he seized a half dozen
and hurled them in quick succession
into the fire. Seldom, if ever, was
there so large and well fed a confla-
grafton. The exhibitor, in frenzy,
threw his entire stock into the midst
of the boxes, and when he had COM
pleted the task and stood pale, cha
grined and aghast, great shout went
up from the Newnanites, and one of
the best of the practical jokes for
which the town is famous had been
performed Shortly after
this an interview took place between
the drummer and his firm. The
drummer told the firm candidly that
ne did not propose to work for set of
damned rascals; the firm told the
hummer that he was poor fool-and
he drummer took up other lines of
Journal
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21

fascinating creature called the New
Woman. She wears a skirt over her
boomers, but she might just
as well discard it, as her
careless way of making small things
like dress permits the skirt to soar in
the winds whittier it will But she
gets lot of grim and severe satisfac-
ton out of cycling, although she was
the most difficult pupil ever handled.
Sometimes she wears leggings and
sometimes she doesn't, and it doesn't
make a bit OF difference to her if her
stockings are striped in all the colors
of the rainbow. One day she rode here
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21
THE EVOLVING OF A NAME

An amusing account is given of the
evolution of a name. A man namod
Halfpenny lived in Dublin at the end
OF the last century. Having been very
successful in business, his children
persuaded him to change his name to
more dignified one, which he did bv
dropping the last letter.
In the course of time the orthog
raphy was also changed, and when
the man died he was buried as Mr..
Halpen. The fortunes of the family
increased still further and the son
soon dropped the H.
The next transition was an equally
easy one, and he, who had run the
streets as little Kenny Halfpenny.
came out as Kenneth McAlpin, the
descendant of hundred kings.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21

stltch-and make it arch I'D in the
middle.
Inc lines of filoselle are carried
across and back in one direction only.
and the ribbon woven across them.
A few stitches will hold the ribbon in
place, ana a somewhat broader ribbon
OF the same color passes across and
holds the cover on. Tie it in a pretty
bow on the top
In place of the ribbon for weaving
straw or even of strips of paper can
be used, the choice of colors and the
da1ntiness of the work serving to
make very simple material attractive.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21

So great has been the desire of New
Workers to see the duke and duchess
OF Marlborough, and to such lengths
has 1t driven the populace at the we'd
ding and horse show, that the officials
OF the steamship Fulda, on which the
couple embarked Saturday took ex-
traordinary precautions to keep people
at bay. Admission to the dock and
to the ship was granted to those who
were not passengers only on passes.
The duke and duchess were present
again at the horse show Friday night,
and the usual crowd of curious spec
tators surrounded the Vanderbilt box.
The couple left the garden early and
as they departed the band played God
Save the Queen amidst the enthusiasm
of the assemblage.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21

After the bloomer man had looked
over score or more of sketches he
picked one out, and laying it On a ia
Die, said: Now we come to a different
type, and quite a common one, too.
One glance at these show that they be-
long to the typical New York girl
the girl who knows how to dress well
and is vain of the fact Her vigorous
constitution and general good health
is apparent. The soft curves show
that her life has been an easy one and
happy. Trouble has imprinted no
lines or wrinkles in that girls brow,
but there are dimples in her cheeks,
her eyes are bright and her mouth is
always ready to smile. That girl has
a ti1e more than the average allot-
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21
FOREIGN MATTER.

The Cuban revolution is costing
Spain $150,0OO a day
The powers will launch another note
at the Turks
Prof. George Lawson, a well-known
scientist and writer, died at Halifax.
n. S.
wine merchant of Paris named
Domergue became insane and shot his
wife and mother, and then opened fire
on people in the street killing three.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21
A SUFFERER FROM BRAIN FAC.

''You say you've been applying your
self pretty closely to work? inquired
the physician. That's just it, my
dear sir; you are suffering from brain
flag and need complete rest. By the
way, what is your work?"
''Hustlin' dry goods boxes said the
sufferer from brain fag, that's ali."-
Chicago Record.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21
BATHING COSTUME.

The Moslem women attach such i'm
portance to covering the face that
when taken by surprise without veil
a woman will often catch up her skirt
and veil her face with it, leaving the
lower limbs bare To the knees.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21

For the first time in the history Of
the Law Society OF upper Canada
woman barrister appeared before the
high court of justice the other day to
practice. The woman in question.
Miss Clara Brett Martin, took her
academic course in Trinity university.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1895-11-21
BON-TON BASKETS.

Pretty and inexpensive Table Deco
rationS.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
THE HUEY GUAhNe

Appoint Guard of Honor to Pay Last Sad
 Rites of Respect to Private Smithson.
 The Huey Guards held their regular weekly meeting at the armory last night, .and in addition to regular company work Privates E. M. Gibson and J. w. Bullock were detailed to keep an all-night vigil over the remains of their former com rade, Private Joe Smithson, whose life less form, arrayed in full uniform is ly- ing in it's coffin at the home of his father. awaiting the last sad rites to be held at 1 o'clock today at the Methodist church.
 Sergeant N. D. Lacy, Acting Corporal A. Mcdonald and Private Ed Garden were appointed committee to draft suit able resolutions on his death.
 Corporals Sam Moore and J. L. Morris and Privates Sam Brown, E. M. Gibson, J. N. Vincent and Ed Garden were de- tailed as pall-bearers to the deceased.
 A permanent relief committee was also appointed as follows Sergeant J. s. Car roll and Privates c. D. May and F. M. Gibson.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
A perfect sea of ribbons Fri day at Loveman, Joseph & LOeb's. ot
Ribbons Friday.
 Loveman, Joseph & Loeb. 4
NEGROES FOR GAUTEMAI,A.

A Carload Of Them Leave Here Tonight
 The Agent Interviewed
 Tonight car load of negroes will leave this city, bound for Guatemala. They will go to New Orleans by rail and thence by steamship to Porto Barrios. where they will be required to work on the railroad now being constructed be- tween Guatemala City and San Ousa, on the Pacific coast, a distance of almost 100 miles. MT. J. J. Lee, who is taking the hands to Guatemala, is an Alabama boy, his father, pr. Lee, being judge of probate of Conecuh county. When seen by an Age-Herald reporter last night he said
 'Yes, I am getting as many darkies as are willing to go to work on the rail- road in Guatemala. The road is being constructed by Sylvanius Miller under a contract from the government, and is a gap which, when completed, will unite the Atlantic and Pacific with a railroad clear across the Gautemalan country and will make that country blossom as the rose. At present there is very little transportation by rail, and that is mostly on the Pacific side, but when this road is completed coffee and fruit, in which that country abounds, will be shipped to this country in unlimited quantities.
 "Gautemala is an excellent country, and only needs railroads and laborers to fully pour forth her wealth into the lap of her sister nations.
 "I expect to send several car loads of negro laborers over there and then go there and make that my permanent home, as I think it is the best country in the world for young man who is anxious to rise in the world"
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
GRAND ARMY MEN
Taking Active Steps Toward Bringing Com rades to AIa5ama-Two Meetings.
 Officers Elected.

A meeting of the Grand Army commit tee, appointed at the request of the com mercial clubs of the state. in the interest of immigration and development of the resources of the state. was held at it's headquarters, No. 1906 Second avenue, yesterday. Important letters of inquiry, propositions from clubs, associations and individuals to entertain and aid the com mittee in their Investigations in their sections, were read and discussed. Other important matters were informally dis cussed and action deferred until the pleasure of Colonel Wickersham in the premises be learned, when information will be furnished.
 Elected Officers.
 The Grand Army encampment immi- grafton committee, of two from each post, were called to meet here yesterday, and the following officers were elected. viz: Chairman, Department Commander M. Bostick; secretary, w. H. Hunter: treas urer, J. Clyde Miller
 The rules adopted in the meeting will be ready for publication in tomorrow s edition and distribution from 1901 Second avenue. The public earnestly look for ward for much good to result in each posts district from this appointment of two or its members to aid those com rades who seek homes in their respective localities.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
STEIN WAS IN JEOPARDY.
So the Sheriff Was Kind and Strained Point il
 His Favor.

Atlanta, Ga, April 23.-Orth Stein, edi- tor of the Looking Glass, a weekly paper here, was arrested yesterday on a war rant issued in Cartersville, Ga, charging him with criminal libel. A writ of habeas corpus was obtained by the friends of Stein, and today the case was heard by Judge Lumpkin.
 Stein offered to give bond here, but the sheriff had been instructed not to accept bond rendered in Atlanta Stein's friends stated that it was the purpose of parties in Cartersville to get him there and as- Sassinate him. Judge Lumpkin held that he could not fix the bond and that MT. Stein would have to go with the sheriff before the justice who issued the war rant. But it became so generally be- lieved that Stein would be killed if taken to Cartersville that the sheriff finally agreed to accept bond here. The prose- cutor in the case is named Graham, and is a son-in-law of Sam Jones, the revival ist Graham says that an article which appeared in Saturdays Looking Glass re- ferred to himself and wife, guest of her and two male friends of his wife The article was very sensational, but mentioned no names.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
BLOOD MONEY BOTH WAYS.
Got Damages for His Wife's Death, Drinks
 and Says


 Ocala, Fla, April 23-At Marti City, a suburb of this place, last night, Henry Suber shot and killed Leopoldo Rinone and A. F.. Odoldo, and his brother Charles dangerously wounded Antonio Taffoletti.
 Henry and Charles Suber went into Taffolettis store and ordered something to eat While waiting for the order to be filled Rinone and Odoldo came in talking Italian. Not understanding the 1anguageHenry Suber asked if they were cussing him. They answered no, but Suber drew his pistol and began shoot ing, one bullet striking Rinone near the heart and another striking Odoldo in the forehead, killing them instantly
 Taffoletti rushed up and seized Henry Suber's pistol, when Charles Suber shot him in the throat, making a dangerous wound The Suber brothers then mounted their horses and escaped. A posse is in pursuit. Henry Suber is a desperate and has killed several men. He was the husband of Mrs. Suber, who, fwith her child, was killed in the railroad wreck on the East Tennesse, Virginia and Georgia at Scotland, Ga, about six weeks ago, and he recently re- ceived $4O00 from the railroad company as damages. He has been drinking hard since getting the money.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
MR. ECKELS DECLINES
To Become Financial Editor of the Chicago
 Times-HeraId.

Washington April 2S.--J. H. Kohlsaat, the new owner of the Chicago Times Herald offered MT. Eckels, the comp troller of the treasury, a large salary, said to be nearly slO,000 a year, to go to Chicago and become financial editor of that paper.
 In view of the importance of financial questions in business circles and politics MT. Eckels saw in this editorship an op- portunity of great influence in the west and was at first much inclined to accept MT. Kohlsaats generous offer. On con sultation. however with other members of the administration he deemed it his duty to remain in his present office until the expiration of MT. Cleveland's term. and wired his determination this after noon
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
In the Commons.

London, April 23.-In the house of com- mons today the government was ques- tioned concerning the terms of the treaty of peace between Japan and China.
 Sir Edward Grey, under foreign secre- tary, said that the terms of the treaty had not yet been communicated to the government, and therefore they were un1 able to make any statement in regard to 1t.
 MT H. Campbell Zimmerman, secretary of state for war, said he felt called upon to deny the truth of existing rumors that the Duke of Cambridge was about to re- tire from his position as commander-in- chief of the army.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
Ball and Banquet.


 The Standard club this evening ten dered a grand ball and banquet to the delegates and members of D. G. L. No. z. Over 400 ladies and gentlemen at tended, and dancing was continued un- til a late hour in the morning.
 During the intermission a banquet the like of which was never before spread in Montgomery, was served to all.
 The arrangements for the ball were made by MT. Alex Rice. the president, and the management of the floor was invested in MT. Leopold Strauss, vice president
 Wednesday afternoon an outing will be given at Jackson Lake from 1 to 6 o'clock, and in the evening the dele gates will go in a body to hear Sousa s band
 The visitors are loud in their praise of the grand hospitality they are re- ceiving in this city. Montgomery has well sustained her reputation in be- ing one of the most hosptable towns in ha trx
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
MONDAY, MAY 6,
The Supreme Court Will Consider the P,
 tions for that Rehearing.

tions for that Rehearing.
 Washington, April 23.-At the oren- ing of the supreme court this morning Chief Justice Fuller made the following announcement:
 "The consideration of the two peti- tions for the rehearing of the income tax cases is reserved until Monday, May 6, when the full bench is ex- pected; and in that event two counsel on side will be heard at a time."
 This statement does not mean that the rehearing of cases has been granted, only on that date the court will hear counsel upon the question whether or not rehearing shall be granted.
 The announcement of the chief jus tice was made after an hours consulta- tion in the conference room, to which the justices were invited yesterday It is assumed that at this conference con- fidential assurances were given of Jus tice Jackson's intention to be present on the day named. That it is not cer- tafnly establishd he will be present is evident from the chief justices man. ner of making the announcement when a full bench is expected"
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
Tho Omnibus Strike in Paris.

Paris, April 23.-The strike of the omni- bus men continues with little or no change in the situation. Very few vehi- cles are running, and each is accom- panied by three gendarmes. The strikers are very quiet, and seem confident of winning. The strike greatly inconven- fences the public, the the annoy ance having been greatly augmented by the strike of employees of the North Paris Omnibus company last evening, on grounds similar to those taken by the first strikers, higher wages and shorter hours. The North Paris company declare that their finan- cial condition will not permit them to increase their rates.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
Swell Wedding in Atlanta.

Atlanta, April 23.-Miss Gernelia Jack son and MT. Wilmer Moore both of Att lanta, were married tonight at the resi- dence of the brides father, Capt. Henry Jackson, on Capitol Place. The bride is granddaughter of Gen. Henry R. Jack son, ex-miniSter to Mexico.
 She is also a niece of Secretary Hoke Smith, and spent the past winter in Washington at the secretarys home. The ceremony was performed by pr. Barnett of the First Presbyterian church. The groom is a wealthy young business man here. The couple will sail for Europe on Saturday
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
It's ribbons Friday at Love man, Joseph & Loeb's.
LOOKED HAGGARD,
But Durant Kept Up His Air of Indifference.
 Miss Williamson Again.
1 24 2t

San Francisco, April 23.-When the ex- animation of Durant was resumed this morning the police court was crowded to suffocation. Hundreds were unable to get in. The accused man looked haggard and worn, but throughout the proceed ings preserved his usual indifference
 Miss Williamson, who created the scene at yesterdays session, applied for admission this morning, but her request was refused. Three medical students, named. respectively, Partridge, Dukes and Dodge, were the witnesses first called today, but their testimony was unimportant.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
THE WIPES TEARS

Caused Governor Morton to Relent-Bu-
 chanan Respited.
 Albany, N. Y, April 23.-Dr Buc- hanan's wife and Mrs. Coleman of New York city waited upon Governor Nor ton at the executive chamber at 10 o'clock this morning. Mrs Buchanan made an earnest plea for the life of her husband, who was to be electrocuted at Sing Sing Wednesday for poisoning his first wife. They were with the governor in the large reception room for nearly an hour, and all visitors were refused ad- mittance for the first time in years.
 The governor at first said he could not interfere but Mrs. Buchanan's plead ings were so pathetic that he finally granted a weeks respite, principally to give the condemned man. time in which to prenare for death
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
AT COST, For 30 Days, Watches, Jewelry, Fancy Goods, Etc., At Harry Mercer's O. F. O. J. S., 2O2O First Avenue. 
PUBLIC-sPIRITED PUPILS.
The Public Schools Will Lend Their Valua
 ble Aid in tho Alabama Exhibit.

The Public Schools Will Lend Their Valua-
 ble Aid in tho Alabama Exhibit. The Birmingham public schools will delight the good people of Birmingham with their entertainments this week. This afternoon at o'clock the Paul entertainment at O'Brien's opera house. On Saturday afternoon the Henley school will charm the public, and on Saturday night the high school will give Living Pictures consisting of scenes from well-known authors.
 The proceeds of these entertainments will go toward getting up the Alabama exhibit for the Atlanta exposition. This exhibit will contain specimens of the educational work being done in Ala bama, and hence the schools are doubly interested.
 Following is the programme for the entertainment this afternoon:
 Miscellaneous. Chorus--"On the Laughing Wave" Drill-By twenty girls. Trio-"Ye Shepherds Tell Me. Sixteen to- -One-Or theGold and Sil yer Problem.
 Duet-"I Don't Want to Play in Your Yard"
 Songs and Plays of Childhood. (A) Evening Party
 "I Put My Right Hand h." etc. Duet-"Quaker Courtship." My GrandMammy Sent Me to You, Sir" etc.
 Chorus-"Aunt Dinahs Quilting Par ty."
 Home, Sweet Home." (B) Dreams and Serenades-
 Red Riding Hood" (a) Exterior.
 (b) Interior.
 Quartette-"Oft. in the Silly Night" Cinderella
 (a) Among the Cinders.
 (b) Glass Slipper.
 (c) "So They Were Married and Lived Happily Ever After"
 Jack the Giant Killer.
 Semi Chorus - By the Sad Sea Waves"
 Blue Beard.
 Beauty and the Beast. r Double Quartette-"Juanita." Sleeping Beauty
 (a) Asleep.
 (b) Awake. co Picnic
 London Bridge.
 Chorus-"Come, Oh, Come.' "Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley Grow"
 Quartette-"Old OalSen Bucket" Dance
 Calling Doodles.
 Virginia Reel.
 Chorus-"Gathering Home."
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
AT THE COUNTY JAIL.

The following entries were made at the county jail yesterday:
 Catherine Spindle, abusive language. John'Jones, grand larceny.
 Arthur Bingham, burglary.
 George Walker carrying concealed weapons.
 Eugene Elshuns, burglary and grand larceny.
 James Bunch, perjury. The latter is United States prisoner, and was brought in last night from Shelby county by Deputies Jones and Sullivan. He will be tried before Commission Burney today.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-24
IF PARITY CAN BE MAINTAINED,
Then Secretary Hoke Smith Is for the
 White Metal.


 White Metal.
 Atlanta, Ga., April 23.-Secretary Hoke Smith reached here this morning, and among his earliest callers were office holders from the federal building. Off cials connected with the postoffice, the internal revenue office, the courts, the marshal's office, the custom house, called on him and asked about the United Press telegram stating that all employees are expected to organize and fight the free silver or double standard sentiment.
 MT Smith himself would not talk about it, but men who were closeted with him said that they understood that they will be appreciated at Washington according to their fighting for the single gold stand ard. As-to his own views. MT. Smith stated that he is for silver if the parity can be maintained. These instructions from Washington to the office holders to fight the silver movement places some of the office holders here in an embarrassing position, as they have been silverites.