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The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
SCHOOL AND CHURCH.

The Jewish community of Athens,
consisting Of so families. has taken
steps for the erection of synagogue.
One Of the offerings at a collection
at church near Cheltenham was a
soda-water bottle containing COZ three
penny-pieces.
Great Yarmouth has in the Church
Of St. Nicholas the largest parish
church in England. 1t is 25O feet long
by ll2 feet wide.
In 1ss6-S7 there were zoos professors
and instructors at all the universities
OF Germany. In 1s96-97 the number
was 2,404, an increase of 10 per cent. In
a decade.
The trustees Of the University Of
Rochester unanimously elected Prof.
Rush Rhees, of the Newton theological
seminary, to be president Of the univer-
sity and to assume Office In July, 1900,
which will be the fiftieth anniversary
of the founding Of the institution.
Prof. f. b. Crocker, of Columbia uni
versity, comedies that the japanese are
very unsuccessful as electrical engi-
neers. While labor is eight times as
cheap, the product is proportionately
poor. He states that the electrical
studies are thoroughly mp TO date, the
lectures being given in English or with
a liberal use of English words.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
KNEW WHAT HE WANTED.
How n Chicago Man, just Startling
Anew I'm Life, Surprised Res
taurant Walter.

A Chicago inebriate who had never
known the choicer luxuries of life in
timately was taken in hand by friend,
given a season of liquor cure treat
ment, and on his return supplied with
money for a fresh start in life.
He determined to commence with a
hearty dinner. So entering a we'll
known restaurant he sat down at a
table, says the Chicago Daily News, and
began TO study the bill Of fare while
the colored waiter waited for his order.
lie scanned the menu long and earn
estly, but could see nothing on it with
which he was familiar. Suddenly he
laid the card face upward on the table,
closed his eyes, and jabbed his fore
finger down savagely at random on the
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

a Manila correspondent remarks that
the American troops are indebted TO the
mauser bullets for a low average Of
fatal wounds. There is little splinter
ing when a bone is perforated, and a
surprising number Of recoveries follow
wounds in the head. Unless the heart
is touched shots through the chest are
seldom mortal. On the other hand, the
mauser bullet usually kills when 1t en-
ters the abdomen, and surgical opera
tions in that region have been almost
invariably unsuccessful.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
FIRST FLOWER MISSION
The Sweet Charity Was Instituted I'm
Boston Thirty Years Ago by
Helen Tinkham.

To the inspiration of Miss Helen W.
Tinkham, of Boston, the missions for
the distribution Of flowers among the
poor, the sick and the aged in cur cit
les owe their origin. Thirty years ago
the first flower mission was formed
with Miss Tinkham at its head. and
she has ever since been identified with
the work says Ladies' Home Journal.
In the spring of 1869 Miss Tinkham
spent a few days in the country, re-
ioicing in the flowers that burst into
fragrant bloom under the magical
breath of April. Upon returning to
Boston she observed with what visit
full eyes the children playing about the
railroad station viewed the flowers she
brought with her, and how eagerly they
accepted those she offered them. This
incident led her TO urge the church
going people to cooperate in collect
ing and distributing flowers. A meet
ing was held and the work soon start
ed. Boston is. therefore. the birthplace
of the flower missions, form of chari-
~ which has extended to every section
of this country, and crossed the Allan
tic.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
THE LAW FOR BANKRUPTS.

A bankrupt cannot be excused from
the production of his books Of account
on the ground Of constitutional priyi-
lege.
A bankrupt may refuse TO answer
questions disclosing facts which may
tend to incriminate him on a pending
criminal charge.
The burden Of proving concealment
of books of account rests on the cred
itor, and such concealment must have
been made with fraudulent intent.
Creditors may join the petition
subsequently to its original fling
though they do so more than four
months after the alleged act Of bank
ruptcy.
State laws are superseded and state
courts ousted of jurisdiction upon the
commencement of proceedings in bank
ruptcy against an insolyent whose es-
tate is in process of settlement by the
state courts.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
VARIOUS ANIMAL NOTES.

II is estimated that one crow Will de-
stroy 100000 insects every year.
There are now over 100000 embalmed
specimens of birds, mammals, reptiles
and fishes in this country, the bulk Of
which were embalmed within eight
years.
Last year 5000 horses were slaugh-
tered for meat at Linton, Ore. A Phila-
delphia professor declares horse meat
is as good, healthy and nutritious as
beef or mutton.
Blind fish were recently drawn from
the bottom of an artesian well los feet
down at San Marcus, Tex. They were
colorless and square-snouted. Their
heads are large and they have legs
with four tiny fingers front and five
toes on the hind foot. Down deep in
the bowels of the earth, completely
shut off from all communication with
the upper world, these blind animals
have hunted other blind animals for
uncounted cycles.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
AUTHORS AND BOOKS.

The first book ever printed in Canada
was set up by Quebec printers l3O years
ago.
John Kendrick Bangs attended a
crowded reception recently, and. on
coming away. told his wife he realized
exactly how a nickel felt when it WIS
dropped into a slot"
The aged historian, Mommsen, is
still active. Recently he went to Paris
and was engaged from nine o'clock in
the morning until six in the evening
IN copying old texts with his own hand.
a customer asked in bookstore for
"A Browning Couriship,' book of
amusing short stories by Eliza Orme
White, and the salesman handed out
The Letters of Robert Browning and
Elizabeth Barrett Browning" The
clerks in bookstores often think they
know it ALL"
Surrey, England, is becoming a great
literary center and a good many nota-
bles live round about the Punch Bowl.
Among them are Sir Frederick Pollock,
Grant Allen, Richard lie Galliene, Conan
Doyle and Mr.. Selous. The last, though
a successful writer, is more famous as
a mighty hunter than as a welder of
the pen. Mr.. Selous is one of Mr.. and
Mrs. II. NJ. Stanley's nearest ueighbors.
Byron's birthplace, in HOLES street.
London, is now occupied by a depart
ment store. The business paper used
by this concern has for decoration a
picture of the poet. The proprietors
will place a fine tablet with the bust
of Byron on the second story Of their
house, as near as possible to where
the poet was born. Contributions have
been offered, but the owners will pay
the bill
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Pious EShortation.

Preaching one Sunday from the text
love one another" the village parson
told little story Of two goats that had
met on the one-plank bridge which
crossed a small stream where he lived.
But did they fight and try to push
each other into the water?" queried
the minister. "Oh, no. One lay down
and allowed the other TO step over him.
There was the right spirit. My breth-
ren." said the preacher, leaning over
the pulpit, and speaking in gentle,
persuasive tone. "let us live like goats"
-Tit-Bits.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

The instructor at Washington gym
nasium SAYS that he has a large and
growing class of women, not OF very
Young women, either. who are learn
ing To perform but one feat, and that
feat they want to learn to do perfectly.
The class was formed by Washington
woman who once chanced to escape
from a hotel fire in which many wom-
en- lost their lives by falling in attempt
ing 10 descend fre-escape ropes. She
herself has SCARED hands TO this day
where the rope she held ran through
them burning them to the bone. The
instructor says If only you know how
to distribute your weight along rope
by wrapping it about one leg turn or
two. and holding il between your feet,
so that hands are more free, ii is NO
trick at all TO come down safely from
any height, and it's that he is teach
ing his pupils to do.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

The youngest lawyer, who has been
regularly admitted to practice, is Ed
gar G.. Crawford, of Atlanta, Ga. He
is just II years old, and is partner
in one of the city's prominent legal
firms. In getting admitted to the bar
at so early an age Mr.. Crawford took
advantage Of Georgia statute, which
provides that any graduate Of regu-
lar law school shall be admitted, no
matter what his age, provided he can
pass the required examination. He
read law for a year in the Office of an
Atlanta attorney and then took the
law course at Mercer university, from
which he graduated last June with the
degree of bachelor Of laws. The exam
ipers were surprised at his youthful
appearance, but, under the law, were
compelled TO admit him.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
SCIENCE SIFTINGS.

The new turbine vessel just con-
s4ructed by the Elswick works at New
castle-on-Tyne is rather disappointing.
On the first trial of the vessel only %
knots an hour was made instead OF 40.
Members of the scientific expedition
to the fossil fields of Wyoming have dis
covered bones of a brontosaurus, or
great lizard. 1t is thought that this is
one of the companions Of the one discov-
cred in Wyoming and restored in 1891
by Prof. Marsh.
THE power Of Niagara says Prof.
b. p. Owens, in Cassier's Magazine, has
been estimated at about 100000 horse
power-greatly probably than the phys
ical force the whole human race is
capable of continuously exerting. At
present about 25O,OOO horsepower is to
be developed on the American and Can
adian sides, or about five per cent. OF
the total power available-not enough
TO perceptibly diminish the flew over
the falls,
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Politeness caused serious injuries TO
William d. Jones, Of New York. While
walking along Ninety-frst street he
politely stepped aside to permit lady
to pass and tumbled into a six-foot
hole. Six months later he was able TO
leave the hospital on crutches and curl
osity led him TO the same hole. Strange
10 say, be fell in again. lie sued the
city and recovered $1,000.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
DEVOURED BY BEARS.
PrOSpectOr and Miner Around
ShOnl Fay, II. c.

One Of the most awful stories yet told
Of suffering and death comes from
Shoal bay, British Columbia. The Brit
ish Columbia police youch for the facts,
which are as follows:
~ man named Allan Cameron was
living in a small cabin on the shores Of
Shoal bay, and spent his time prospect
ing in the neighborhood. One day in
June he left his hut, which was some
distance from any other habitation. and
was not seen alive again. When the
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
All Wool Kerseys

For ant. and suits. Every man
want oooi pair all wool pants for
winter that will last two seasons and
at he same time keep him warm as
"a bug in rug. You need not wear
cotton any longer you will give me
trial. as have large lot OF these
goods. and they, like the rest, MUST
BE SOLD. Call and / will save you
money on them.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

OF late women have been making
their way into the scientific branches
of the government service. The bu-
reau of ethnology has the services Of
two women of recognized reputation
in ethnology. The Smithsonian insti-
tuition has a woman expert on Holsters
and cyabs. In the national museum is
a woman who Is an authority on man.
mails and one Of the most skillful ento-
mological artists in the world Is wom-
an employed by the bureau Of ento-
mology. The chief librarian Of public
documents is woman. 1t was but re-
Gently that the bureau Of American re-
prbics required a couple Of transla-
tons of French and Spanish. Two
mere girls won the prizes in competitive
examinations. These two are the
highest-paid women in the govern
ment's service. Each receives S2,4O0 a
year. A few months since a woman ex-
pert in grasses was appointed In the
department Of agriculture.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Not "A Hero.

First Stranger-And so you went off
and let your wife get a divorce from
you, so she could marry a younger and
handsomer man?
Second Stranger-Jesso.
First Stranger-Wasn't that rather
uncalled for self-sacrifce?
Second Stranger-N-o. I hated the
other mann. Y. Weekly.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
lie Could Enjoy Them

First Lady-What birthday presents
are you going to give to your husband?
Second Lady--A hundred cigars.
First Lady-And what did you pay
for them?
Second Lady-Oh, nothing! For the
last few months kaye taken one or two
out Of his box every day. lie hasn't
noticed it, and will be pleased with my
little present and the fine quality Of the
cigars.-Spare Moments.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
printed list with the air Of a man who
hoe made nm his mind

printed list with the air Of a man who
has made up his mind.
There" said be, give me some OF
that"
The waiter bent down and examined
the line over which the finger rested.
He looked panied.
That's Mayonnaise dressing.
"Of course it is. Don't you 'spose |
can read? That's what ! want. Bring
me some of It,"
Certainly, sir. But what do you
want it on?'
"Want it on. you chump!" shouted
the man who refused to be corrected.
~ plate. of coursel What did you sup
pose want it on? The tablecloth ,?
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Inspector-A female elephant is about
TO land without declaring anything
dutiable.
Collector-Search every compart-
ment of her trunk for diamonds and
jewelry. This may be another dodge.
Town Topics.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

and

My line OF Boots and Shoes is une-
qualed i'm every respect Ifyou expect
to wear boots or shoes this winter You
can't afford not to give me trial, as
have bought very largely and am
going TO sell them VERY LOW. The
man or woman who fails TO give me
a trial will certainly lose money.
have "a few dozen pairs of boots, 6. 7
and $. that will sell at cost. the best
kip stock, at only $500. also have
drive in Nomen's shoes, to AZ. reg
ular prices sl2j and sL5O, now only
80 and 75c.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Underwear.

My stock OF these goods is very large
and complete. ranging in prices from
the very cheapeS. to the REST brought
10 thi, market Now the man that
has anything to buy In underwear
will certainly 20 against his interest
if he does not give me trial on these
goods as they must be sold
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Beware Of him who runs TO meet
You with a pleasant smile;
Shake hands with him and treat him well.
But keep your head the while,
Because the chances are that he
VIII have little note
He wants you 10 lndorse. or that
He's fishing for your vote.
Chicago Times Herald.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Binzlng The WAY.

First ENplorer-Great Scott, man!
what's that strapped on that last
sledge?
Second EXplorer-Dot's Limburger
chees. We drob off a pound each mile.
Now We can't get loosded, amt it?-
Truth.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
snrinn rnneces.ary Words.

Pikerr-I was at the races yesterday
and
Rikerr (nterrupting) - Sorry, old
man. but I'm broke myself.--Puck.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
The Only Victim.

"What time did the hotel catch fre?"
Midnight"
Everybody get out safely?"
"All except the night watchman. We
couldn't wake him up in time."-Tit-
Bits.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
NO. 12.


DR.. /. w. Allen, assistant director Of
experiment stations in the agricultural
department, has just returned from a
prolonged tour OF the west, made for
the purpose Of inspecting the various
stations in that section Of the coun-
try. lie states that one Of the most
intesesting lines Of investigation which
Is being pursued in these stations is
that with regard to cheesemaking. The
station in Wisconsin is taking the lead
in this especial work, and discoveries
have been made there which revolution
lie the European theory that the ripen-
ing Of cheese is due TO bacteria. The
American experiments demonstrate be-
yond doubt that the principal change
in the albuminoids which takes place
in the ripening process is dependent
upon ferment which is contained IN
the milk itself and not TO the bacteria.
1t is believed that this discovery will
have an important bearing upon cheese
manufacture in the future. In the sta
tlons throughout the semi-arid region
much attention is being given TO the
investigation of excessive alkali in
the soil. In many sections, notably in
California and Utah, there are large
regions of irrigated land which are
practically nonproductive on account of
the presence Of all1ali. Investigation
makes it plain that this is due to ir-
rigation, and in many instances to ex-
cessive irrigation. The water applied
10 the soil brings the salts to the sur
face when it rises. The work of the
experiment stations IN connection with
this problem is to find a remedy for
the evil, and this they are seeking TO
do by demonstrating that in most in
stances crops do not require nearly so
much water as is applied to them. In
Montana, Idaho and other semi-arid
states there Is much work looking to
securing forage plants adapted to the
altitude and climate. In these states
most satisfactory results have been Sc
sured with the COW pea, which rs gen.
orally planted with oats. Red clover is
also found TO flourish in that section
even better than in the eastern states.
In other regions much attention is
given to the rotation Of crops. DR..
Allen reports a growing friendship to-
ward the experiment stations on the
part Of the farmers.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Brown-Does that new restaurant get
up a good meal?
Jones-Splendid. Even the proprle-
tor dimes there.-Ohio State Journal.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Stranger-What is the baby's name?
Grizzlies Dewey Roosevelt Schley
HObson Funston Smith.
Stranger-Ahl Is that all?
Girl-Oh, nol-her first name is Ger
trude!-Puck.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Talk about your societies with long
names, SAYS the Boston Transcript.
Can any Of them beat the Massachu-
setts Naval Brigade Veteran Associa-
ton Of the Spanish War? Why, the
name Of the NJ. y. B. V. 4. o. T. S. W. is
very nearly as long as the war itself.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
po.,tIveIv ViIIaInous.

Miles-Wasn't it disgraceful the way
Jones snored in church to-day?
Stiles-Disgraceful isn't the word for
II; it woke me right up.-Tit-Bits.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Two additional names suggested for
automobiles are "sinequo,' meaning
without horses. and "tomo,' borrowed
from the word automobile. The search
will proceed, Of course.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Very Serious.

DR.. Squills-It was the worst case of
insomnia | ever saw.
DR.. Pills-It was?
DR.. Squills-Yes, indeed. Why the
man couldn't even sleep in Philadel-
phia.-N. Y. journal.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

The Malay language is spoken by
more than 4O,ooO.Oo0 persons. 1t is said
10 be easy to learn, as It has almost no
grammar
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

"There comes Maud. wonder II
she'll stop and speak to us"
"Yes, indeed. She's got on brand
new dress."-Chicago Daily Record.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Vol. n.
CITY DIRECTORY.

,,- " r. Runiou.
pNg,r,xcir- committees.
loNS w. r.. Davidson, W. +. Gillian
End Ches Busg - Wall l. r.. Farrar and
81 FrambcrL ..,,.. Morris o,a yv
sanitary u IT,
F. Agos,.rrVS- w. p. Gillian. A. f Cralle and
F. I. lNinr No'rl.S l.. Morris. Chas. Bugg and j. b.
fs-rsl;, f-.l, chas. Bugs. r.. /. Morris and W. f.
pay.idi.e,sns'- Wv. r. Gillian. f. e.. Erambert
efA. +. Cra.lc. ,,..,..,..., .,,,, "a
P 6i..l"Na aon.e-W p. Anderson, +. L..
upsi i'.r, and A. r. Cralle.
bianl' 'N.norfmtnt- ". r. Davidson, W. h.
fi...on ~. and A f.. Wall.
Aaeei'oRa .oR. F. Cralle. Chas. Bugg and W. Il.
Aaeei.sSg~-iF AaaasisS~F. l.. Eramhert, IL. +. Wall and
Csa,s. ,s..i,-I. D'.-II B. Farrar II r. Wall and W. p.
9 ..i.... i...'i, ,.ierk-E. j. Whitehead.
i.,... io~ treasurer \. scott.
t's t's',,ssioner OF Revenue-Herbert Rice
W., .ssrqeani-k. ID. Miller
" Beai and R. /. Orange.
,.,'t Electric Plant-o. L. wicker.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Limitation is the sincerest hattery."
"Oh, don't know. Sometimes 1t is
only a sign of laziness. ."-Chicago Daily
Record
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Bed Ticking,

Sheeting. FLANNEL Of all kinds, DOmes-
ties Bleach and Brown. good As any
body keeps, and many other things
too numerous 10 mention. Come and
see me and Will give YOU cut price.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Outings.

have beyond dispute the handsom-
est line in town, from the cheapest TO
the besi made. and will be sold very
low.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
Extraordinary Optimism.

Hes a pessimist, | understand"
"a pessimist? Well, hardly. Why.
he believes in himself. Chicago Post
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

In 1850 the gross revenue OF the
United States post Office was S33,3i5'479'
II is now over s9O,OOo,0oo year.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

OFFICE AT FAENviLLE)
.. Coo i Hundley. Judge Circuit Court.
lion n Crute. Judge e. unity Court.
Hon non a n. watkins. Commonwealth. All y.
nota 4, ~ Tbackston, clerk Circuit ana county
09'wJ.iSi 'wJ.Si,ehead Deputy Clerk Circuit and
Oo.n',s ,.ors. X. NJ. Burton. r. l.. Dupuy'
A. Hubbard, A. 4. HaSkins. q. W.
scott. o., ,......,,o
+. carter commissioner OF Revenue
"a II. Ewing. Treasurer.
" a dickinson, sheriff.
u D. Z Harvey. Jr.. Deputy sheriff.
n; lRo.;S'.,'s J. Garden superintendent schools.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
An IdIcr's Opinion.

They praise the bee for Industry;
I'd hustle, too, no doubt,
Ef life were nOthin' else fur me
Than a grand. sweet free lunch route
-WaghfugtOu Star
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08

Beneath the sofa Johnny hid.
A fendish grin he wore
Her lover weighed 300 pounds
There's Grape upon the door.
N. Y. World.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1899-12-08
| also nave Sample Books

frOn thrl FIRST-CL As Chicago
Tal'Ors, and will take y'ur measure
and have your suit or pants made TO
order in eight days, tit and satisiac-
lion guaranteed or no sale. In this
line will UNDER~ELL LII 9TH
fR-.as vii, divide IN, profits with
YOU erbert stoke has charge
..i thi, i. p.rfmeut and Will be glad To
have ai OF his .riend- cail and see
hiu.
Ar.Jno. 10 Joi es. of a :. College
Va. formerly with Mr.. J. VI. Hart is
with me and will be glad 10 see his
old friends.
thanking my friends for their lib
erai patronage in the past, hope
they will continue to do likewise in
the future.
Very truly &C.
CpO DICuApD00N