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Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08

When the::Amer,can battleships
start after Camara's feet, that
has just entered the Suez cana,
that Spanish commander will be.
gin to realize that this world is
not so very large. In the game Of
tag he will soon be it.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08

There is strong protest all
over the country against the course
of the telegraph and express COM
panies in compelling patrons to
pay for the stamps required by the
war revenue bill.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08

The Minneapolis Times insists
that Clough had plans to succeed
Davis as United States senator,
and says that the later campaign
plans will show whether he has
abandoned his scheme. One point
is cited, where Anoka county
turned down A. NJ. Dare, candi.
date for the senate. Dare is a
strong supporter Of Davis, and
Anoka county was the only one in
the Sixth congressional district to
send a delegation to the state con-
.vention that favored Clough for
governor last week.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08

The Democrats loudly demanded
a change in administration Of state
officers. The Republicans have
quietly provided that there shall
be a change.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08

An ocean disaster to French
ship on July 4, kills more people
than the Americans have lost
during the entire war with Spain.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08
A ministers.
Trials.

This na,,aAsv from minister Is Of greatest ''a|*e
to those ahose mer5es are ~nstrnng, Aealxh shattered
or oeyautse at1.xg: is particularly a3pr4braate Z"
this ace of active, nervous, eudZess Mbo>. ~lE
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08
Sampson and Shafter also have
regulations now. Il Z
Santiago had the choice of sur
rendering or being destroyed.

Ceryera should have remained in
his bottle. He would not then
have been a prisoner on July 4th.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1898-07-08

q : IN 81
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Not u Coward.

While a number of white boys were
skating in Kentucky. "a negro boy came
to the creek and commenced putting on
his skates. The skaters tried to dive
him away, but he would not go. This
aroused their anger, and one of them
challenged him to fight and called him a
coward when he refused. A little while
later the pugilistic lad broke through
the ice. The white boys ran franticaliy
about, too excited and frightened to try
to rescue him from his peril; but the
negro threw off his coat, dived into the
icy water. and happily succeeded in saw
ing the life OF the youDgster who had
called him a coward. The rescued boy
cannot be destitute of the sense of
shame, and in this he has no doubt been
sufficiently punished without having his
name printed. The name of the colored
boy is Wilbur Travis.-Xouth's Com
panion.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

fornia? Taking care of yourself, see. "
He glanced at the debris of my
luncheon as we shook hands. I had not
seen George Poindexter for many
moons and I welcomed him warmly.
''Of course" he said, awkwardly, TAX
ing the chair next mine, ''I read of your
fathers financial troubles and subse-
quent death. I trust, old man, you
saved something from the wreck?"
mot a nickel
AS we smoked our cigars in the court
yard, walking up and down beneath the
palms. George asked me many ques-
tons, which answered. He was ma
tive son Of the Golden West. heir to large
interests, and as good and kindly fell
low as could wish to meet. Presently
he said: 81 suppose you're looking Tor a
berth ?'s
ST have one already
ga good one?"
'Ten thousand year." 1 replied,
lightly.
"Phew! Ten thou You're Joking,
Hugo"
Not much" I pulled the Enquirer
from my pocket. and showed George the
lad" ST applied for that said, land
got it,"
Poindexter halted, an amazed look in
his hazel eyes. Then he whistled and
laughed.
"Where's the joke?" I demanded
Not on you," he replied, ''but on us
The fact is that 'ad' has been running
for six months, and during that time
hundreds have presented themselves al
the bank, in vain. Now you, an effete
PhiladeIphian. carry off the prize. Why,
men got tired of applying. Old Gerard
just looked at 'em and gave 'em the
bounce. But, Hugo, what does tie old
duck want You to do?"
THAT, George, is a secret"
"Ohi I beg pardon"
'.Not necessary. The secrat IS e So
cret to me-"
at is? You dent mean to say you've
accepted the job blindly? ''
I detected note of anxiety in his
voice which puzzled me. George. oi
course, knew the fnaneier; and upon
that knowledge decided t. draw lib
orally.
cit was there to take or leave. George
What sort of a man Is Gerard? Tell Ms
about him."
Hes q holy terror, Hugo. And en-
other thing, if ne pays J.u ten thonsan;;
] dollers = ssAr, he viii expect t1 gs.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

Mr.. Livingston, we will discuss that
presently. In consideration of the mag
nitude of the salary, you may reason
ably infer that the services required
will be out of the common. All your en-
ergies, capacities, potentialities, mustbe
devoted to my interests L need, not to
put fine point on it. a faithful slave"
Il think said. rising, that I'll wish
you good morning."
He frowned and tapped impatiently
upon the table.
I've no fancy" I remarked. ''for
golden chains
Pooh, pooh, my boy! Excuse an old
mans bluntness, but don't be fool.
This is the opportunity of your life. I
like your face, i like your name, and
I am sure you can put the shot. Your
deltoids are admirably developed. You
are, possibly, the only man this side
of the Rockies who can fill the bill.
What, may ask-now, don't get angry
employer"
81 can earn with my pen about two
hundred dollars a month
He laughed contemptuously.
What a princely income for the son
of Hugo Livingston"
do 1 understand" said I. ''that you
wish to engage me now and instruct me
in my duties later?''
Exactly. You are a football player,
Mr.. Livingston, an expert at the game.
You must have taken part in many
a contest not knowing what the out
come would be. You risked your limbs.
your life even, for glory. The services
I shall require at your hands may de-
mand the exercise of these qualities
which distinguished you on the campus.
l can say no more"
My curiosity was stimulated. By
some freak of destiny ten-thousand
dollar salary was flung in my face. Pau
peremque dives me petit.
You have said enough" 7 replied.
ST can't afford to let such a chance slip.
If you want me. I'm your man"
Good. Will yon dine with me to
morrow?''
1 accepted promptly, and took my
leave. The cashier eyed me askance,
and I nodded carelessly IN response to
his unspoken question.
80 he's given you the job" ne mutt
tered. Then he smiled. derisively, I
thought, and sputtered out:
My congratulations"
I returned to the Acropolis, and Or
dered something worthy of
the occasion, to wit: a nice little cold
pint of Clicquot, some pompano-in
flavor the mullet of the Pacific-a
Chateaubriand truff1e and Parmesan
omelet. The old Roman proverb-a
favorite Of my poor father's-spero in
frrn
sensibilities, and also my appetite.
Ten thousand dollars great Scott,
what an income!-were not to be light
" earned. A smart tap on my right
shoulder dismissed such speculations.
Hello, Hugo said a familiar voice.
What the deuce are you doing in Cali
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
A Royal Laundress.

A story is told of Princess Louise's
visit to the Bermudas. These islands
belong to Great Britain. The islanders
determined to give her reception, and
both rich and poor made ready to do
her honor. One day she was out sketch
ing. for, like the queen and the rest of
the daughters, she is fond of sketching.
She was thirsty, and called at a cottage
door for water. The good woman of
the house was busy. and refused to go
for the water. She, of course. did not
know who the princess was; she was
busy ironing; she was ironing shirt
for her husband to wear at the reception
of the queens daughter, she said. oh.
no! she could not leave that to get
water for anybody. IF you will get me
the water" said the princess. II will
finish ironing the shirt while you are
gone" So the princess ironed the shirt,
while the woman fetched the water
Tit-BitS
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
a SORRY OLD SALT.
His Manners Were All Right If His
Language Wasn't.

His Manner. Were All Right Ii His
Language Wasn't.
An OLD salt who navigates a bicycle
when he is in port was working rapid
passage down Cass avenue the other
day when he collided with woman
cycler. After they had extricated them
selves from the wreck he anticipated
her outburst of anger from which she
could gather little except that he was
sincerely sorry.
I'm sure ought to be scuttled for it,
num-" he seid, rapidly. but couldn't
get yer signals no more as if we was
feelin' through fog bank. was blow
in for you to pass 10 the port
and steerin' my course accordiD'. just
as was goin' to dip my penpant and sa-
lutte proper your craft refused to obey
her raddeF and you struck me for'ard.
Afore / could reverse your jibboom
fooled my starboard mizzen riggin,
your f1owin' gown snarled up with my
bobstay, blew out yer pneumatic, part
ed yer toppin' lift and carried away my
.jack-saddle down haul. AS L listed l
tried to jibe, but capsi1ed keel up, and
you founderin' in the wreckage."
By this time there was An interested
audience. and the girl was mentally de
batting whether she should run from a
supposed lunatic or ask for an inter
prefer.
But Jacks headpiece was still in his
hand. He was not through.
I'm hopin' yer not enough damaged
for the hospital" he went on. but I'd
be sunk if i wouldn't be glad to stand
yer watch till you righted. This here
little craft of yours will be as seaworthy
as ever when her upper works is
Strengthened out, and we get wind inter
her sails again. III just tow her down
to the yard fur repairs"
And she smiled an assent--Detroit
Free Press.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
value received. You can gamble on

value received. You can gamble on
that"
Poindexter liked the sound of his own
voice and / encouraged him to talk. 1t
appeared that Mark Gerard was a most
singular person. He had accumu-
lated large fortune by sucking-I
quote Poindexter-otherm mems brains;
and this vampire-like quality endeared
him to few. He was generous as a ca
liph it he liked a man; but he had no
friends. He was secretiye in his busi-
ness methods and sensual in his pleas
ures. Certain stories, George added, in
whisper, were afioat in clubland;
stories that limited at double life = a
Hyde and Jekyll existence. Gerard had
been known to disappear for months at
time leaving no clew to his where
abouts. Such persons. according to
George, should be handled with tongs.
The nature of these communications
was not reassuring; but had no wish
to cancel my dinner engagement. On
the contrary. 1 cursed the laggard
hours which yawned between appre-
hension and comprehension.
Il wonder" said George. as we part
ed. eff that old fox chose you because
you're stranger" This hypothesis 1
had overlooked.
fro BE coNTINUED.1
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
No Terror. tor Hiu.

mortal" said the guide. in a sepul-
chral voice, to the b1indfolded candidate
whom he was conducting in a slow and
solemn march around the darkened hall,
'you are now approaching an ordeal
that win test your fortitude to the ut
most.'
go ahead" answered Mr.. Meeker,
alphabetically. 81 think can stand it.
1t isn't anything to what I'll catch when
I go home."-Chicago Tribune.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
wa. an A.tute Jurt.t.

The judge, addressing himself to a
witness OF the female persuasion who
is visibly afflicted with at least 40
years:
.sMadenoiselle, your age. If you
please?"
(After a long and interesting hesita-
tion}-Twenty-f -four. your honor.
Ito the clerk)-You may now admin
lister the oath.
She takes the oath.
"And now, msdemoiselle- remember
that you must tell the truth-"-Lnlus-
ire de Poche.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
This Cruel world.

"Rube, amt you thankful you're liv.
in'?'
mo; got to pay rent"
"WeIl. you've got a good family"
They're down with the measles"
"Wen, you orter be thankful for the
air you breathe"
Its chuck full of malaria, an can't
buy quininei"-Atlanta Constitution.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
cutie Rfeht.

'T see there is a woman motorman'
now"
'-Well, why not?"
t'Why MOTIF
Certainly. If a woman doesn't know
how to make things hum, who does
1t was generally conceded by all who
claimed to know the sex that the point
was well takeD.-Chicago Post.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Short-SfEhfed.

He-It is strange how frequently in
ventors fail to realize the Importance CT
their own work.
She-What is the particular instance?
He-Why, here is statement that
the inventor of the hsirpin intended it
to be used simply in dressing the hair!
Puck
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Didn't Kkow How 1t Felt.

81 notice, Mr.. Pipp." said bhe Editor
to his new reporter, shat Ia th:s &C
count of robbery you say tie victim
wss relieved of 1878 IN notes"
yes. sir"
'sWe1e you ever robbed?''
40, sir"
thought rot. IF you had been you
zor,d not write ce lie roEcery rs re-
lef. r-oads and Ends.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
His Solution

Mrs. Nansook lat the chiIdren's party
Il declare, little girls and boys of IL
stay up half the night, nowadays!
Mr.. Newlyblessed (absently)-I sup
pose they acquire the HABIT while they
are babies-Puck
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Cautious.

Bertha-Do you believe in love at
first sight?
Edith believe there are persons
one is more likely to love before she has
had time to get acquainted with them
than afterward.-Boston Transcript.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Evils OF Racing.

Employer (warningly)I am in
formed, sir, that you attend horse
races and bet on them.
Clerk (coolly)--Iwon 81 900 last week.
Employer (excitedly)-Where dye
get y'r tips?-N- Y. Weekly.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Nothing Strange.

"a man in Birmingham has got him
self into trouble by marrying two
wives"
THAT is nothing. Many a man in
this town has got into sufficient trouble
through marrying only one.'-Tit-Bits.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Explained.

Mrs. Goode-Why is it that you
tramps would sooner sleep than do any
thing else?
Tramp-Dat's because Nv our retirin'
Observation-Disclosures
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Good Reasou.

She-Here's an account of woman
who regained the use of her tongue aft
er 20 years silence.
He-Humph! 1 suppose some other
woman got in front of her at bargain
counter-N Y Truth.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Winter Moods.

OF the beautiful snow as it falls from the
skies
The poet is oft heard to sing,
But when on the sidewalk the shovel he
plies
His words have different ring.
Chicago Record
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Boy VS.. Bee.

4 little boy sat on q humble bee
Oh, myI Oh. mel
He laughed In innocent, childish giee
Before he sat down, but oh, my, and oh, me /.
He arose with yell like wild Cherokee
Oh. my! Oh, mel
m Y Journal
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Reaned Flntterx.

She-What pretty face your watch
hasi
He- assure you its reflected bsautr.
Statesman.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
WeIEhf,

Though much against the watered stock
The honest farmer rails,
He gives the thirsty steer drink
A mile this side the scales.
Chicago Journal
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Not the same Kind.

''Why do you say he is not in the same
class with the average alderman"
No one has ever even talked of iadict
ing him.@Chicago Post
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

Ca1er-Your maid is a very pretty
girl.
Hostess husband asserts the OPP
posite.
CaIler-Do you know that looks sus-
9icious; if L were in your place 1 would
discharge her at once-Lustiee Welt.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Nothing New.

did you read about the clergyman
~ho is going to preach without pay 2"
That's nothing; my wife has been
doing it for years.-Chicag Record
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
She GouIdn,f

Penelope-Cholly fell through the ice
yesterday
Marie-Indeedl Then the ice can't
bear him, either.-N. Y. World.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Economical.

Ciaud-They say old Gotrox spends Z
great deal OF time in your company.
Maud-That's about all he does spend
M Y Journal.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

essenger-Hurry over to the mu-
scum, doctor, the glass-eater is i'll.
Doctor-What seems to be the matter
with him?
Messenger-They say he has pane in
his stomach.-Detroit Free Press.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
No Chance.

The Tourist-How is stealing horses
regarded here now?
Alkai fke-As advertising :. funeral.
yellow Book
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Natural History,

The chicken hasn't got no song
Like birds dat carol sweet.
He doesn' frow no sweetness rouh'
But saves 1t fob de meat
-WashinRton Star
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Can't Helm 1t.

Though time leaves traces on her face
The dear girl can defy 1t.
No matter what her age may be,
Her lips will still belle it.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
So Young, Too.

'+See this picture, papa. I drew tn
horse" said four-year-old Willie.
''Ah! And who drew the wagon
asked papa.
1.-The horse, capitalization Life.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
The once Holder

Slight is the change that has been wrought
BY laurels on his brow.
They called him Dick or Harry then.
They call him Mister now.
Washington Star
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Dou,t Be Queer

From ways OF Queerness let US shrink
We see from year TO year
Those are the queerest folk who think
That other folks are queer.
-Chfcago Record.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Getting Better.

Patrice-I don't think you will find
another husband like mine IN the whole
world.
Patience-The world must be getting
better, then.-Yonkers Statesman.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Not Particular.

Madge-Mamma is very anxious that
L should marry INTO an old family.
Grace-Which one?
Madge-Ohi any old family.-Town
Topics
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
A Pres.tpr Inxftasfon.

She said he was q great big bear,
And. be II to his credit,
He Rugged her awfully then and there,
And she was glad she said It.
Chicago Daily NeHS
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

Kind Lady-Don't you know it's bad
for little boys to smoke?
Patsy Bolivar-Dat's what I tells me
kid brudder.-Philadelph Press
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Her Opinion Differed.

Papa-That Mr.. Higgins has hard
face.
Daughter-H never felt that way to
me.-Yonkers Statesman.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24
Shifting Opinion.

This life Is ever merry,
Uncertain is, very
A gay politician once said.
''One day I'm a sinner,
The next I'm winner,
With halos all over my head"
Washington Star.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

Be-Why was woman created, any
way?
She-So man could have some onefo
blame for his misfortunes.-N. Y.
Ledger.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1898-02-24

HE said he judged people by the
company they kept"
What did you say?"
al said sgoodlby.' "-Pick-Ae-Up.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1898-09-17

London, Sept 1.-THE experiments in
wireless telegraphy, which are being con
Quoted at Osborne. continue to attract
the widest attention in scientific circles
and many Of the foremost scientists OF
Europe have come to England to per
sonally watch the tests. Until her de-
parture last week for Balmoral the queen
took the hveliest interest in the expert.
ments, and it is stated that many mes
sages passed between Osborne house and
the royal yacht having ON board the
prince of Wales.
Mr.. Marconi, the young inventor of the
system, had charge of the tests. During
a period of 10 days bulletin was sent
each morning by wireless telegraphy Civ
ing the queen information concerning the
condition of the prince. Messages also
passed freely between the duke and duch-
ess of York. The yacht was anchored
at a distance of two miles from Osborne
house, the two positions not being in
sight of one another. as they were inter
cepted by a hill.
Messages were received on board the
yacht when under steam, one from the
duke of Connaught, and the reply was
successfully dispatched. no hitch occur
ring from the first TO the last.
The Coeur d'Alene press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1892-1907, 1898-09-17
BAD RIOT N ST. LOUIS
ONE KILLED AND ONE INJURED
stSikiss PiAstsEer. Attack Nsa-Ua-
isa Mes. shoot fhea asa Riys At
the feiiee-The orisainais A..
knsNn.

81 Louis. Sept I5.For some tims
thsre has beea a strike among the plaster,
sfs u this eity and vicinity Tor highe,
wages. but NTH today no serious trouble
has resulted.
This morning strikers gathered in con.
siderable icFee near GarTy's saloon in De.
he1ilamont TO prevent Ion union men from,
g',ing - work. Abusive words led to the
throwing Of missiles and finally one q the
strikers drew . revolver and fired into
the crowd of non.union men. This MAS
followed Immediately By Yoliey from the
strikers William Kane fell mostalIy
Ne uhalssi.
WA~a the Foiiee appeared they were
Rss With Eolley oi bullets. The striker.
then besi
captain MeNamee has called out all The
i~iistss.sa asailAbl-. The ehase has de
"ored into running light hsa tween the
l-lire and The strikers, the result Of
Nhieh ~ nos yea kno1R.
Later rrlsos;s shos but one person 9th,
80 lhan haae Mas injured. this being "a
ward laekssa, Tho Nas beatrn insensib,e
liz siii FeeaFet.
na'i lifsan and Jaseph Lee have been
ldsnlifsA as lhe nlen " ha committed tbs
sFiiale.