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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

which very often comes from a
chronic affection of the circula-
ton, is a constant offense to
ones self and all his friends.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

An Atchison man has taken a flash
light photograph of the under side Of
the dining room table, which he shows
to his wife every time she abuses him
for chewing tobacco
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02
GLOBE SIGHTS.

CFrom the Atchison Globe)
A girl at least twenty-three years
old, was on the streets today wearing
short dresses.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

We have decided to give up the notion
of going to fight Spain as our Lenten
sacrifice.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

Moses was not a Spanish toreador
but he seems to have been the original
bull-rusher.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

People always laugh at the first man
to follow a new fashion, and at the last
one to adopt it.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

are the best after-dinner
pills, aid digestion. csc.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

When it comes to stepping into a for
in it.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02
Pim1ples.

which so disigure the skin, and
make the human face divine
anything but a thing of beauty,
but which are Natures adver-
tisement of foul blood.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

Hoods Pills
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02
Salt Rheum.

a torment to the flesh, dis
fgurement to the body, and a
drain on the system, also due
to Initiated blood.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

9 most offensive and uncomfort-
able affection of the skin, also
due to impure blood.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02

Talk is so cheap that much of it has
to be disposed of at a big discount.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02
HOODS SaFSaDaFiIIa

pared only by g. I. Hood 8 CO.. IoWeH Mass.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02
tiSm,

which all authorities now attri-
butte to various acidities in the
blood, which this great blood
purifier OF the age, Hoods Sar-
sRparilla, corrects.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1898-03-02
CHICAGO NEWS PROVERBS.

1t is easier to let the hair grow long
than it is to write a good poem.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

And
eoeg Bah Janet known
HUSH Jack Don't
te thing In hfe And
forget Think Jack taste Of
Itself to lie his hands
with him-ate 1 him." "
The devil you didn't DO
rot as that? He
oare 10 tell me he
he did,
Jackit
iove-he discovered
away Jack-went Of the
Ito takea a
ntn ala ne? Well
p holding me at all
anybody And
o - 1850 "
Jack Jack hsen unhappv
help it,
and
did
- -
Forgive? hal" wicked CLEAN in
eyes oened
iady
that fo
red face And loved hfn
could bne
In his mad he
savagey fell
sbvered
moved slowly then
hans Then she staggered her hair
examined
exclaimed Perhaps suffered
me-and nownowf him his Kisses hurt
- ~ '
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

so brave and so far away from home
mean 1 should like to do something
which would be my very own" And
Margie leaned her head on her little
slim hand.
Suddenly she looked down at Velvet
and said:
Papa, the lady admired Velvet and
said she was very valuable cat. Are
Velvet's sort Of cats valuable?'
II believe some maltese cats are
worth great deal OF money"
They are going to sell things at that
entertainment. Papa. / am going to
ask them to sell Velvet"
mo. my darling. I will not let you
make such a sacrifice. You would
break your heart pining for Velvet aft
er ii was too late"
'Oh, no. shouldn't papa! Don't you
think the soldiers little girls would miss
their papas more than / should Miss
Velvet. dearly as love herr"
1T is very good Of you. Margie. but
you must talk II over with mamma.
She will know best" said papa wisely.
Margie's mamma was much touched,
but she agreed with the little girl. She
thought IL might be best to encourage
this spirit Of self sacrifice and generosi-
ty. for there was much in the invalfd's
life that might tend to make her self
ish.
When the lady in charge Of the fair
heard the story of the little girls de-
votion to her kitten and how sweetIy
she had determined to part with 1t in
order to tighten the suffering Of the sick
soldiers, she took good care to publish
the story far and wide before the even-
ing of the bazaar.
At the close OF the musicale which
was given as a part OF the entertain
ment a tall. fine looking old gentleman
stepped on the platform. He was a re-
tired army officer. whose wife was one
OF the manageresses of the fair and he
told in pathetic words the story of Mar
gie's kitten and announced that It
would be sold at auction. The audi
ence bio like mad. 1t seemed that the
kitten never would be sold. When IL
was finally knocked down to the highest
bidder, 1t went to rich old gentleman
who stood on chair and shouted $500.
He carried the kitten about all evening.
although Velvet did not take very kind |
" to him.
The next day Margie was feeling very |
blue and lonely without Velvet. Her
back was aching dreadfully. and once
,r twice she caught herself thinking
what comfort it would be to have
Velvet rub her soft head sympathetica1-
y against her cheek. Nurse came in
ioftly.
There's package been left for you,
Hiss Margfe."
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

came up to read or talk TO her, Velvet
would cuddle down in her lap and 20
purring TO sleep. 1t was one dull. rainy
evening just after they had removed
to the seashore for the summer that
papa was reading about the war to his
little girl and telling her OF the deeds
being done In Cuba by the noble men
who had sacrificed homes and comforts
to protect the honor of their country's
flag.
Some OF them are lying sick and
wounded In the rude hospitals which
the army has been able TO establish at
different places" read papa.
Yes, / know about that" said Mar
gle dreamily. There was a lady here
to see mamma today. She wants her
to help them with the entertainment
they are to give in the hotel parlors for
the soldiers-to buy them jellies and
things TO eat when they are sick. have
been thinking about ii all day. / wish
] could do something for the poor men,
I have so much, and they have moth
ing-all these flowers and the baskets
of fruit which folks send me. / eat SO
little. II could sometimes send some
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

There is an interesting story attached
TO Colonel Anderson. commanding the
Second Tennessee regiment, and some of
the soldiers under him.
In the famous Coal Creek strike in
east Tennessee some years ago he com
manded large force OF the state troops.
and IL is almost a miracle that he is
alive after his experiences then. The
rioters. IL will be remembered. burned
the stockade and freed lot OF conyicts
who had been employed i'm the mines.
Their desperaC conduct necessitat ted
calling out the militia. and Colonel An
derson went 10 the front 10 help nut n
quietus on the rloting In the midst of
the excitement he became separated
from MS men and was captured by the
strikers. who imprisoned him and came
very near shooting him. lie was I'm
nowise daunted by his captors. and when
they spoke OF killing him he defied them
to fire. peremptory demand for his re-
lease. accompanied with "A threat of
wholesale hanging. caused his liberia
ton.
The most curious part Of tho whole
ehsir II that there are now In the resi-
msnt which Colonel Anderson leads
nearly half dozen OF the very men who
were present When ne was captured.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
ORIGIN OF JUNGLE SAM"

| Immediately after the declaration OF
war in 1872 Ebert Anderson OF New
York, contractor. visited Troy, N. r..
where he purchased a large quantity or
provisions. The inspectors for the gov
eminent were Ebenezer and Samuel
wilson The latter was more Familiarity
known as Uncle SAM" and he super
intended the work in person.
On this occasion a large number OF
workmen We're employed in overhauijng
the provisions purchased by the con-
tractor for the army. The casks were
marked f. a., u. s. This work fell to
the lot OF facetious fellow in the en-
ploy of the Messrs Wilson. who, on be-
ing asked by some OF his fellow work
men the meaning of the mark (for the
letters ". S." for United States were
then almost entirely new to them) said
Uncle Sam" Wilson. The Joke took
among the worhmen, and, Uncle Sam
himself being present. he was occasions
ally rallied by them on the increasing
extent of his possessions.
Many OF the workmen soon followed
the recruiting drum to the war. ana
their old joke on Uncle Sam Wilson
accompanied them aud gained favor
rapidly until Uncle Sam was finally
recognized as the naturalization. in
name at least of the American govern
ment. 1t was regarded, even in those
days as very odd that this silly joke.
which originated in the midst of beef
pork. pickle. salt and other edibles.
should be the foundation OF what even
tually became the national cognomen.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
LORD NELSON'S FIGHT
WITH THE SPANIARDS

Eneiand's noted nghtlnr sailor nrxt
o'spiayed his marvellous courage in q
night against odds with the Spanlard~
II was In the battle or Cape 81. vin-
cent. NJ F.
Nelson sailed from Gibraltar 10 81.
vincent. where the English fleet or a
SHIPS lay at anchor. On the voyage he
saw two Spanish divisions, numberinr
q gail. lowering near The spanish
commander was Admiral dc Cordova.
the English Sir John Jarvis.
Acting upon the news brought nv xe,-
son. Sir John maneuvered his feet into
the opening between the two spap,sh
divisions. cutting their line in two ana
compelling the rear division 10 retreat >
The English commander intended "a
make use OF his opportunity and get
away before the enemy could unite. but
Neison' instead OF sailing STRAIGHT
anead' turned and attacked the rear di-
vision. He had but one ship. the Can
tam, yet he attacked the whole rear
iine OF Spanish vessels. one by one.
When Nelson got through with the
iast spanish ship in the line. his own
vessel was almost wreck. Her wheel
nad been shot away. her mainmast was
overheard, her rigging torn, and all her
ammunition had been used up in battle.
IN that dilemma Nelson saw that his
only chance of safety lay in replacing
his disabled ship by one belonging TO the
Spaniards
Inc nearest antagonist to the CAPTAIN
when Nelson decided to try a capture
was the San Nicholas Calling around
him a party of boarders, Nelson led
them gallantIy to the decks of the enc
my. While the handful was lighting its
way to the cabins of the san Nicholas
her sister ship, the San Josef, closed in.
and her crew. opened fire upon the Eng
iish boarders with pistols and muskets.
Although he and his men stood be-
tween two fires. Nelson did NOT halt.
Signaling to the sinking Captain for re-
endorsements. he placed a crew in
charge of the half conquered San Mich
olas and with pick Of the whole hand
leaped to the deck OF the San loser
That ship soon yielded. the San Nicb-
olas followed, and the gallant sailor
came out of the fight with two noble
prizes. GEORGE I. KTr.Mrp
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

remarkable story is published in
London I'm reference to one of the many
incidents that have gone to fil to the
brim the cup OF Spains iniquity Don
Jose Rizal. nobly born Castilian. with
a turn for poetry, lived on his estates
In Manila and had ample opportunity
for studying the methods of his coun-
trymen as colonial rulers. Hls1sympa-
thies were enlisted on the side OF the
revolution. and he gave expression to
them in verses which spread rapidly
through the island.
The military governor came to the
conclusion that these utterances were
reasonable and ordered the arrest of
the poet on the eve OF his marriage with
Louise Taufers, the daughter OF the
German consul general. He was at once
placed on board the cruiser Cortilla and
sent to Barcelona There a court mar
tial speedily settled the business by sen,
fencing him TO be shot.
At this juncture FrauIein Taufers arr
rived on the scene. and the general IN
command was induced 20 allow the un-
happy pair TO be married before the sem
tence was carried out. On the mornina
OF March 20 the ceremony took place.
and nve minutes later Don Jose. who
had passed his last night In writing .
poem. mi Ultimo Pensamlento." was
on 10 the barrack square and
lied with heroic courage.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
A Heroic Deed.

On Aug. Z, 1904. occurred one OF the
saddest casualties that have ever befall-
en- the American navy. At the second
battle OF Tripoli one of the American
gunboats, commanded by Lieutenant
Caldwell OF the Siren, had her hull
pierced by shot from the Notifications.
The ships magazine exploded, killing
Lieutenant Caldwell. Midshipman Dor
sey and eight OF the crew, besides
wounding six others. When the smoke
OF the explosion cleared away, IL OF tho
crew were seen on the bow OF the
sinking vessel. which waa yet above
water.
These gallant fellows busiIy Reloaded
the sinking boats one remaining gun.
Then, with three hearty cheers for the
star spangled banner. they fired the gun
at the enemy and sank with the sinking
vessel. Most OF them managed to throw
themselves clear Of the suction and TO
Keep anoat by catching spsrs and driff.
These were rescued by boats from the
Other American VESSELS.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
HOW MAR0IE
HELPED.
THE SOLDIERS.

Little Margie was an invalid. When
she was only 2 years old, the nurse
maid who had been carrying her up
stairs let her fall. The accident result
ed In an injury to her spine that would
prevent her walking evermore, even SO
much as across the softly carpeted
floor, without the aid OF crutches. Of
ten for weeks at time Margie was
compelled TO lie in bed. enduring the
most intense pain. She tried to suffer
patiently, for she knew that every pang
she bore meant agony to her lovely, fair
haired mamma.
beautiful street and had everything
that money could procure to make her
happy. Sometimes the days seemed
very long, although Margie had her
good old nurse Martha with her all the
time. and her mamma came up and sat
with her whenever she could, and there
was never an evening that papa did not
come up and stay for a long time read
Ing to her or telling amusing stories.
The doctor came every day. and there
were often visitors. but sometimes for
many weary days she was so i'll that no
one was admitted to her room except
ing the family. and S-year-old Margie's
patience was sorely tried
one evening papa came home with a
merry twinkle in his eyes and a little
laugh In his voice that Margie knew al
ways meant pleasant surprise.
What is ite" she cried eagerly. 'You
must tell me this very minutei I know
It's surprise,"
With that Margie's papa drew from |
his overcoat pocket the cunningest lit
tie gray ball of fur that gave a faint
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

meow as he dropped II into Marsle's
lap. The little girl sQuealed with de-
light and gathered the kitten in her
arms to press It's soft head against her
poor, pale little cheek. {,
''You are the darlingest papa that
ever lived! How did you ever think OF
this for me?'
II suppose little bird must have told
me that little girls liked kittens. If you
don't want II. you know we can give 1t
TO the gardener or the butler. They
may have some little girl or boy that
would like it,"
How can you. papa7" Margie said
reprovinsly "You know / just loved
the kitten the minute IL popped out of
your pocket. and wouldn't for worlds
give it away"
And that was the way Velvet came to
Margie. The kitten grew rapidly both
In size and In wisdom. Margie spent
many long and weary hours talking to
1t and teaching 1t pretty tricks.
Between Velvet and Margie there
grew up a great sympathy, although
with all others the kitten, while gentle
ard playful. was inclined TO be reserved.
Margie would dress Velvet in a quaint
little bonnet and long gown and place
the kitten at the tea table when she
gave doll tea parties. Velvet learned to
drink milk gently from one Of the tea
cups and nibble at the bit OF cold chick
EN- or beef that Margie put upon the
plate before her. She learned to ride in
The dolls carriage dressed in this finery
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

= - - -
Dead sure thing!
'I-l-I-want Jack"
Well what suffering DON youte
She
scowed grnly meta and
and pushed 'front.' the
Loved hm-loved him with all
love- nu
When
blood
he
pea ms and laughed
do to papers,"
Jack-her voice reduced
is! Where did
could thrill such iceberg Ito be? /
me. - - ~ ~ " ~ '"a' ms ioVeo
Ahai red and there came savage
seann his
Trying your ~
mo
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

1t after
were discussing the their own dining
ior janet he
adors = -""'"
They had talked which seemed 70
admirable
story ITSELF - 80 - - N'oA N' p'
The situation
sah almonds
they always talk who
Hover" ~" 'eNi'
Jack slipped his talking
ABOUT people who do not understand
aImenT
. an incident; 'ts whole
Janet! You know
e nave you ever kissed a
'hat.' Ana he passed his for
She hled IT, saving
nervously But r no love-"
NO certainly not but they
nne Make them today? Why
- - ' NA' '0"i-
i am tired tonight The
Il did not like much Tess gone
Moo it sometimes seem pity that there ever wa.
neher law
makes men out Of fellows
into literature sinsane ylumso
- - " '' "Ne sooo
She obeyed and for the FIRST time
'or them thnlSng
Jacks face flushed his r,r
went back to several conversations he
rage She
deal OF urging but the last
leaned 10 omoreaIm aImonds
n light.
but sut It never does come right Listen, Jack.' ~
We'll I'm Fire away
a second then forced u,,. nu.
laugh suppose
fa h ha You would forget toothbrush
so are runaway men and what makes
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
Alfonso's Soldiers.

Alfonso XIII. spain's boy king.
ainuses himself by drilling company
Oh guards IN the grounds of the palace.
ana IN one OF the apartments are toy
models to the extent OF a hundred or
more of men and officers of the vari-
GUS regiments of the Spanish forces.
Ihese are placed in formation by two or
three veteran officers and perform sham
Datties against another crowd OF toy
soldiers supposed to be Americans.
winch OF course have to suffer severe
defeat. He has also models of different
warships floating in one OF the palace
lakes, and, In fact, every possible means
Is being taken to instill war into the
mind OF the royal child.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

"Ye-e-e-s. / don't think I care much.
ache So
"Oh. yes. dearie. Come and look at
u. think you do care.' urged Martha.
So Margie turned weariIy from the
wall and looked at the package She
gave one ecstatic exclamation. for in
dignantly wrigglng about 70 get her
head out OF the basket was Velvet, very
much rufiled and very cross.
The rich old gentleman had attached
a card to her collar on which he had
written:
To the little girl who loved her coun-
try better than her cat. from the little
old man who didn't know what to do
with a kitten"
EDITH LAWRENCE.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
A Royal Idea.

When the queens children wara
learning drawing. their master, Mr..
Corbould, very rarely let them work
from copies. They usually selected a
subject themselves. Their master would
commence 1t. and then they finished II
OF. The Prince of Wales is said to have
been bursting with notions as a rule.
Once he rushed in with very origfna;
idea--a British JackTar coming full pelt
down a lane. with big bull close bs.
hind him.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

] Wish ! werep't little GIRL
Just only me;
get SO tired o. piDAfores,
Now, doD't you see?
Id rather live in FAiryIapd;
It's tiresome here,
Where things Just sort o. JOG AIopo-
Oh, dearI Oh, dear!
I'd be princess If ] could
The story kind
And bAve a golden coach Apd six
To beat the wiDd;
Id wear aD erDiDe cloak aDd crown
And Jewels rare,
ADd when ] drove my coach abroad
The folks would stare.
And tbere'd be cake apd sugar pIurps,
All could eat;
No one would dare to scoId or say,
"You doD't look peat"
OBJ yes, know that I'll grow up
Most cbildreD do
But grown ups doD't at all believe
The fairies true.
CAROLINE WErHE,
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
Acrobatic Work For the Tongue.

II you stick a stick across stick,
Or stick cross across a stick.
Or cross stick across stick.
Or stick cross across a stick.
Or cross cross across srstick.
Or cross cross across cross
Or stick crossed stick across a stick.
Or stick crossed stick across a cross
stick,
or cross crossed stick across cross.
OR cross a crossed stick across st!ck.
Or cross crossed stick across 4 crossed
stick
Would that be an acrostic?
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

without ever Offering to jump out when
the carriage started to roll about the
floor. She would jump through hoops
at the word of command with the pros
pect of tidbits of chicken as reward.
Many others were the little accomplish
ments which Margie taught Velvet. 1t
was most beautiful to see the love of the
little girl for her pet and that of the
kitten for her mistress.
In the evenings. when Marsie's papa
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05
DANDELIONs.


DandeIions In the grass.
Little spots OF gold.
Left by sunbeams as they pass,
Making wealth untold
Gather up the treasures bright.
Pick each golden ball.
More the morrow's sun will light.
Pienty for US all.
Dandclion5 In the grass,
Little spots or gold.
Left by sunbeams as they pass.
Making wealth untold
Gather up the treasure bright
Hoard II In a room,
All your gold will be ere night.
Only withered bloom.
MARIE TOWNSEND.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

They are now. however. on the best OF
terms with their commander and are
willing to follow him wherever he leads
They are great big fellows, fine speoi-
mems of physical manhood, and eager
Tor chance TO spill Spanish gore.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

to the poor soldiers, 1t might help to
make them better. and then they would
come home from the war well and
strong. and their little girls would be so
glad"
You can give the ladies some mon
ey. darling. I win tell them so If you
like" said papa gently.
"Oh. no. you must give the money!
The money is yours. We ought all to do
what we can for the poor men who are
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-08-05

4 perfectly formed face IL one -tllra
one-third nose and ono- third
upper and lower chin IN