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The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
CHINESE WALL
And What It's Demolition for Paving
sg Stones Means.

Chicago Tribune: II Frank G.
Lewis Of Chicago is going to tear down
the great wall Of China and use the
material for paving stones he has a
big contract on hand. The main or
outer wall was built 200 years before
Christ, and runs from the sea along
the northern boundary of China for a
distance Of 1900 miles. The inner wall
branches of from the outer and forms
the arc of a circle 500 miles in circum-
ference. The outer wall is built of
huge pieces of uncut stone, faced
through the most Of its length with
huge bricks. 1t Is from is to 30 feet
in height and from Is to Is feet in
width. The inner wall Is almost twice
the height and is almost the same
width. Along the top of, the inner wall
runs for its entire length q promenade
Is feet wide. The engineering dim-
culties overcome and the great amount
OF labor spent in building the walls
may be gathered from the fact that
they run up the side Of mountains,
across rivers and everywhere follow
the boundary Of the ancient empire.
Even to this day the savage Mogul
tribes regard the great wall as the limit
Of their pastures. The two walls to-
gether IL stretched out in a straight
line. would reach from New York to
Las Vegas, so that IL they had been in
place Governor Roosevelt might have
ridden his broncho all the distance
from home to the Rough Riders re-
union without ~dismounting. Broken
up into paving stones the two walls
would cover q roadbed 100 feet wide
and reaching from New York to San
Francisco.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
MAscAGNrs ROYAL CRITIC.
A Young Lady Who. Know whereof She
Spoke.

A Young Lady Who. now Whereof b
Spoke.
Philadelphia Times: Mascagni, the
famous composer of "Cavaleria Rusti-
cana" a few years g was asked to
entertain the royal court in Rome. He
did so and delighted his audience.
When he had finished playing he start
ed a conversation with a little princess
who had stood near the piano during
the recital and had shown every sign
of deep interest. AS a matter of fact,
she had been instructed by her mother
to say, If any question should be asked,
that Mascagni was the greatest must
clan in Italy," The composer asked
her which of the great, living masters
she liked best, and the proud mother
turned toward the child to hear the
pretty little speech which had been
taught to her. Instead Of the compli-
ment came the whitening remarks,
There are no great masters living.
They are all dead" The musician gave
a little start and then said: "Your ex-,
cellency, permit me to congratulate.
you; you are the most truthful critic
in Europe"
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
Queer Shoes for Horses.

In Iceland horses are shod with
sleeps horn; in the valley of the up
per Oxus the antlers of the mountain
deer are used for the same purpose;
the shoes being fastened with horn
pins; in the Soudan the horses are
shod with socks made of camel's skin;
In Australia horseshoes have been
tried Of cowhide. A German not long
ago invented a horseshoe Of paper,
prepared by saturating with oil, tur-
pentine and other ingredients. Thin
layers of such paper are glued to the
aoof till the requisite thickness is at
:ained. And the shoes thus made are
durable and ~impenetrable to moisture.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
Chinese Emperor's Musical Clock.

Chinese Emperor's Musical Clock.
One of the masterpieces Of musical
clocks has just been completed for the
emperor of China, in whose palace. be-
sides pointing out the correct time, 1t
will play selections with a fully
equipped automatic orchestra. 1t is
pronounced the most complete musical
automaton in the world, having eight
divisions, each of which has a repor-
toire Of eight melodies. All oft the
pieces played by this musical clock
were selected by the emperor himself.
and consist of forty foreign and TWEEN
ty-four Chinese recitals. The case OF
the clock is made of rosewood, in Chip
pendale antique style.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
WOMEN.

Miss Frances Gerard, who some time
ago published an interesting book on
the picturesque side of Dublin, is en-,
gagged, it is understood, on the biog-
raphy of Ludwig II. Of Bavaria.
Miss Annie Wheeler, daughter Of
Gen. Wheeler, is to be presented with.
a silvet set by the women Of Alabama,
in recognition Of her work among the
soldiers. Miss Wheeler has asked the.
var department for permission to go
to the Philippines, in order to work
among the troops there.
A trial Of q woman which excited
great interest. owing to the high posi-
ton Of the accused. has just been con.
cluded before the st. Petersburg Dis
trict Court. The prisoner, Maria
Mershwizka, Of noble rank, was charg-
ed with having poisoned her lover and
two women from motives Of Jealousy,
and further, with the Kidnapping Of q
child and the forging Of documents
and bills of exchange. The accused
was found guilty on all the counts
mentioned and sentenced to fifteen
years. penal servitude in Siberia, and
to deprivation of her title Of nobility.
A story is current in Vienna which
throws q pleasant light on the domes-
tic life Of the German emperor and his
consort. When William II. was stay
ing in Vienna he desired to buy q pres
emit for his empress. He accordingly,
asked the crown princess to 60 with
him to one Of the great dressmakers,
Of whom there are 30 many in that
city, to help him choose Il. Naturally
all sorts Of elaborate designs and fab,
RIGS were brought out to show the en-
peror, but they did not please him.
''None Of these will do at ALL" said
he: my wife is always in and out Of
the nursery and the children would
soon spoil these long trains and tear
the beautiful laces. At last q com-
paratively plain coat and skirt were
chosen and the emperor went Of happy
in the knowledge that he had selected
what his wife would really like.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
WAS BEING cLAsPED IN HE

WAS BEING CLAsPED IN HER
FATHERS ARMS.
shoe came gathering after him, and a
saucy, smiling face peeped v the
balusters.
That's for luck. dad!" she called
out. ax
He noticed the little shoe had a hole
right through the sole, and he sighed.
When he reached the theater he
found only a few shivering nobodies
assembled on the stage. They all
waited for about two hours for the
stars. who had never intended to ap-
pear, and then the stage manager dis
missed them. Halliday met his mana
Ger o. he turned out Of the stage door
With the intention OF strolling about
the streets until evening.
"Hallo!" 1aid that individual. gem
lally. Hope all the plum pudding you
had yesterday won't affect your top
notes. I think your song will fetch EN-
upstairs. There's money In tt"
Halliday uttered IN exclamation,
and. STOPPING down. picked up . quar-
ter. AS
There. what did I tell you?" laughed
the manager. % he slapped him on the
back and went on his way.
Halliday hugged the little coin In his
spalm.. It meant so very much. It
ineant i little Christmas for Babsie,,
and ~ had entirely changed his plans
FOR the day. He hurried homeward
s-sxh#a It0hfar heart Than He had rar.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
I.oc.tinr Re.pon.ibility.

Washington Star: "The milk has +,
very bitter taste this morning." sal,
the suburban resident.
WELL" was the answer, "f 70,
want good milk you ought to be will
In to help some. I've wondered tim
an, again why you didn't chase til
COW out Of your front yard. All ther
geraniums an chrysanthemums AZ
things Is enough to spile any cow
milk" !.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
Burglar Daylca.

One Of the latest burglar devices il
directed against the intruder who
wishes to appropriate the contents Of
u safes. It is to place a grating in
the floor near the safe, and hide under
it an arrangement for heating water
by electricity. When the safe breaker
steps on the covered grating and sets
to work there gradually rises a volume
of steam, which soon makes him hurry
off.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
DrIven bv Benzine MOTOR.

Driven Dy Benzln0 mOt0f.
R. Hadden of London has invented a
new motor cycle. The bars, which
connect the benzine receiver and mo-
Tor, also carry the lighting apparatus,
and the bearers, which are connected
with the motor and back axle, carry
the driving gear, comprising toothed
wheels, leather covered wheels. etc.
The small wheel is always leather ov-
cred and the large wheel metallic in
order to secure quiet working. The
driving gear is constructed in such a
manner that three different speeds can
be obtained. The machine is operated
through a friction coupling by means
OF levers running along the benzine re-
ceiver. on each of which there is a bolt
whereby 1t can be secured when adjust
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26
y R.n.r,.bl. a.ut.

The princess Of Wales has been given
I patchwork quilt by its maker, MrA
e. sloane, q woman Of over Is years.
The quilt, which IL made Of 1,160 octa-
gonal bits Of cotton print, represents
one. years work.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26

won't your wife sing for us?'' asks
one Of the callers. II daresays Oh
would; i Just asked her not TO- 81
plisd tho knowing husband.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1899-08-26

Miss Frances Gerard, who some time
ago published an interesting book on
the picturesque side of Dublin, is en-,
gagged, it is understood, on the biog-
raphy of Ludwig II. Of Bavaria.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-01-08
GREAT GENERALS HONORED
Three Transports Receive Name of Grant,
Sherman and Sheridan.

Washington, Jan. THE war depart
ment issued orders today that the three
transports now being prepared for the
Philippines shall be named as follows:
The Mohawk shall hereafter be known as
Grant. in honor of Gen. U. S. Grant; the
Mobile as Sherman, in honor of Gen VIM
T. sherman, and the Massachusetts, as
sheridan, in honor of Gen. P. H. Sheri.
dan. 1t has been decided to name two
other transports, yet to be selected. the
Thomas and the Logan.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-01-08

Benjamin Franklin Fifield was born
in Orange, VT, in 1882, and was the son
of Colonel Orange Fifield. His anccs-
tors came from Scotland and settled in
Massachusetts,. He is a graduate of the
University of Vermont, class of So. At
the close of his college course he en-
tered the Office of Peck & Colby at
Montpelier, and in 1858 he was admit
ted to the Washington county bar.
Upon the removal of Mr. Colby from
Vermont. Mr.. Fifield formed a part
nership with Mr.. Peck, which contin-
ued until the latters death, when Mr..
FItield succeeded to the business of
the firm. He was appointed United
States attorney for the district II Yer
mont by President Grant in 1869. and
received consecutive appointments IN
til 1880, when he resigned on account
of an election to the general assembly
at Montpelier.
1t was during his term of Office thai.
Fenian raiders were indicted, tried and
convicted of violating neutrality laws.
In 1884 he was elected delegate to 1be
republican national convention. and in
the same year became president of the
vermont Bar Association. Mr.. FifiefQ
mas been prominent railroad attor-
hey. In 1869 he became counsel and
confidential adviser of the Vermont
central Railroad Co., and of receivers
OF that company, which relation to that
company and its successors has cor
tlnued until the present time. He is A
member of the corporation of the Uni
NerSlty of Vermont. He was married
in 1865 to Lucy Hubbard of MONTPELIER
and had three daughters.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-01-08
FIFIELD MADE SENATOR.
Gov. Smith Appoints Hin to Succeed the
Late Justin 6. Morril.


Late Justin 6. Morr.
st. Adams, VT, Jan 7.-Governor
Smith today formally appointed Ben
1amin Fifield of Montpelier as successor
to the late Senator Justin S. Morrill,.
Mr.. Fifield was rendered the position
two days ago, but he wished to consid-
er the matter before making known his
decision to the governor. His answer
was not received until today, and the
appointment followed
1t is believed the Senator FifieId will
not be a, candidate for election at the
meeting of the genral ASSEMBLY, in 1900
Inc late Senator MorrilPs term would
have expired in March 1901. Before
the legislature, at its next session, the
logical candidates will be Ex-Governor
Dillingham; and Judge Powers. who now
represents the first district of Vermont
in congress.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-01-08

Montpelier, Vt, Jan. lit is an.
nounced here tonight that B f. F'ifeld
has not yet accepted the appointment
as United States senator to succeed the
late Senator Justin S. Morrill,. He has
received kilograms from Boston, New
York and Washington, urging him t.
accept the honor conferred upon him
by Gov. Smith. A definite decision by
Mr.. Fifield is expected by Monday
morning.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1899-01-08
EIGHTY CENTS ON THE DOLLAR,

West Derby. N. H, Jan. 7.-Colburn.
Fuller & Co.. shoe manufacturers. who
failed Nov. 9th last for $3.50, Co., have Of
Tered to settle with their creditors by the
payment of 50 cents on the dollar.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08
TEACHERS ASSOCIATIONS.
How They Are Conducted In Baiti-
more md Other Cities.

A good deal Of interest has been taken
by the teachers Of Richmond in the for
nation OF an association for the estab-
lshment OF q teachers home. One of
those active in the movement has re-
ceived a letter from q Baltimore lady in
which she says:
After canvassing the summer normals
and discussing the question Of providing
a home, or some other means of main
tenanco for incapacitated teachers, 1t was
decided to correspond with other cities
engaged In a similar work. We give the
information thus obtained from Baltimore
and Atlanta for tho benefit Of those in
torested I'm this moveD at, and we would
enlist the thoughtful consideration and
active cooperation Of all the teachers.
Let us have an expression of opinion on
this subject from as many rs possible be-
fore any definite plan Is adopted The
committee is prepared 10 give more de-
tailed information on application
The teachers Of Baltimore have a bene-
fetal association that has been in exist
cnce twenty years, with membership OF
$50 This pays sick and death benefits.
ut Association organized three and half
years ago for providing aunuiJies for in
capactated teachers. IL has al present
a fund of 1880, Of which $l1OV0 was the
proceeds OF a bazaar held N Baltimore
four years ago II provides that annuities
shall be CD per cent. of the salary at the
time OF retirement with limit Of 500.
The assessments are ! II per cent. of the
salary payable monthly, with limit OF
Slt
Tho membership is 100 No benefit will
DO paid untu the association has been in
existence five years II also provides for
q death benefit Of 500. This corporation
Is managed by a board Of trustees-five
women and seven men-who elect a presi-
dent, vic1 president. and other officers to
serve for one year. 4ne association is
regulated by a constitution and bylaws.
Atlanta organized about eighteen months
ago an association modelled after the
Baltimore system, and 50 closely resem-
bling it that to describe IL would be to re-
peat what has already been said.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08

the court, the grove the poet
tells us. as well, as but civilized
nan cannot live without cooks. %
Whether in camp or at home you
want good food, and you want it
at prices as low as you can get 1t
without sacrificing quality, and
that is right here at our store.
We keep a stock that is the acme
of high quality and the minimum
of low prices, at all times.
Just received a new supply OF
new Barley at sc. pound.
Cocoa, &c. can.
Baking Chocolate, 2 cakes Tor
25c.
Tomato Catsup, 10c. quart.
Large cans Bartlett Pears, lOc.
can.
Green Peas, sc. quart.
Split Peas, 4c. pound.
Rival Gelatine, sc.
Wine Tor Jelly, lOc. quart.
New Sensay at &C. pound.
New Sour Krout, &c. quart.
New Saltwater Pickles at SOC,
gallon.
New 1-pound bricks Goldfish al
Sc. pound.
New Salt Salmon at Sc. pound.
New Hominy and Grits at &c. 10
New Pics Feet at 4c. pound.
New Fat Mackerel, 3 for 10c.
Axe-Handles, &c.
Seeded Raisins, &c. box.
Try our Mountain Roll Butter
15c. ID.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08
WELDON NEIGHBORHOoD.
Death of WeII-KnOwn Farmer
Other Mention.

WELDON, n. c., october 6.-(Special)-
Mr.. w. II. Tillery. one of the best known
farmers in Halifax, Is dead, aged Y
years. He was the father Of Captain
j. 3. Tillery, a popular passenger con-
ductor on the Coast-L4ne between Rich
mond ana Rocky Mount.
Judge Battle adjourned Halifax Cir
cult Criminal Court yesterday morning
The docket was heavy Thirteen unfor-
tunates were sent TO States prison. with
terms ranging from one year to five years.
and q good many were sentenced
10 tho roads. The county roads are now
being worked by convict labor
Preparations are being made for a sue
cessful fair here this year. The track
IS in excellent condition. and inquiries
are coming in as to space for exhibits.
Several Richmond firms will exhibit here
this year.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08
WANTPRETTY WOMEN
STAGE BEAUTIES TO POSE FOR
EMBLEM FOR THE EXPOSITION.
VIII. 4. CRANE And HIS WOODEN LEG
.The Turtle" New York's Sensation
Last Season, to he Seen at the
Heads the Dijou Bill.

The question which now cOnfronts every
dramatic editor In this country is. who
are the two most beautiful women of the
American stage?' This information is
desired by Roy Crandall, Of the Publicity
CommltNe Of the Pdn-American Expo
sition. to " held in Buffalo in 1901, and
he has forwarded a circular-letter to the
heads Of the dramatic departments OF
every daily newspaper in the United
States. asking their opinion in regard to
this rather delicate matter.
1t seems that Raphael Beck. a Lockport
artist has made a design. which is to be
used by the Exposition Committee as the
official emblem Speaking Of this, Mr..
Crandall says
Nothing could express more beautiful
ly the idea Of a binding together Of the
people Of the north central, and southern
divisions OF the western hemisphere
than Mr.. Becks picture, which shows the
sweet-faced nymph of North America
smiling welcome as she looks down and
extends a snowy arm across the Isthmus
OF Yucatan In greeting to her sister of
the South who seems eager to clasp the
extended hand and to do her share I'm
the effort to bind together the North and
South in the bonds of an all-American
sisterhood."
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08
receipts would be increased wonderfully

rceelp,s would be increased wonderiuiiy'
rhn turtle IS the attraction NJ INC
,eado,,,, ~ Music Tuesday and Wednes-
,tsv and "wednesday matinee. TINS - tne
-, ,baf created such sensation IN
Now York when II was produced AT tne
Manhattan Theatre last season. ihoeeo'
a caused talk wherever IL was piayeo'
disrobing scene Is ono feature OF me peI-
fornance that caused considerable COM
ment. a hasty divorce. when sprieh.S
wife obtains from the miuule-aseu nu III.
hand who was too turtle-paced TO sun
bsr fancy. and convenient French law
witch rcverses the decree after ne mas
tnnocently married again. form the basis
for the story. -
Tbe oress representative describes me
farce as follows: It is spicy Hrehch
dish with American dressing, thus re-
vers,ps tho well-estabHshed sasuonorni-
cal rule Perhaps undressing "ould De
more strictly accurate. for It's EPISODE o.
disrobcucnt is the pivot upon when turns
tho sensational interest.
Nfanager Wells offers an exceptionally
strong biz at the BijOu this week. lieau'
Ing The list IL the famous Lafayette VINO
IL probably without an equal IN the af'
OF imperSOndtinR. Inc oth0i h"'t'"''9 "a
the bin are Blocksom and Burns. me
funny black-face entertainers; the -FOUR
HIS. and the little Hill Sisters. the
Brothers Davenport; Miss Annie Hart
coincidence; Collins and Collins, vocalists
and dancers. and Ernest Mizarras, the
king OF the flying rings" Performances
will be given as usual every evening TINS
week with matlnees Tuesday, Thursday
and Saturday. The Same popular price
sir Henry Irving will begin his Ameri-
can tour at New York on october 9th. IL
will continue until March 18th, during
which time Sir Henry will play tho prin-
cipal cities Of the East and Middle West.
'"The Song OF the Sword will soon be
presented by Il. II. Sothern. at Days
Theatre. This piece was tried last season
in New England under another title.
OLGA Nethersole is busy rehenrsins her
company. preparatory to her opening IN
Chicago on the 10th. when she will be seen
in The Proiligate." BkOCb.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08
NOBLE YOUNG WOMEN
THE KINGS DAUGHTERS AND WHAT
THEY ARE DOING.
THEIR ANNUAL STATE CONVENTION.
This Body to Meet at Luray Two
Weeks Hence for Three Days
session-The City Union and the
Local Circles.

A number OF years ago a HANDFUL Of
earnest women met in New York city for
charitable purposes. and organized the
Society OF Kings Daughters. This so
ciety has since then swelled TO thousands,
and is now an international association.
Among the original members are Mrs.
Margaret Bottome and Mrs. Isabella
Charles Davis.
r The International Order OF Kings
Daughters and Sons IS managed by the
Central Council in New York. To this
council each circle Of Kings Daughters.
whether it be in Japan or Virginia, pays
dues. Then, each state has IN executive
board and officers. who manage the af-
fairs in the State. Each city. too, has
"citv union" which manages the affairs
Of the Kings Daughters in the city, and,
further. each circle has a president, or
leader. who presides over its affairs. The
city Union meets twice year-in April
and October. The circles meet weekly, or
twice a month, as the leader determines.
The different circles of the Kings
Daughters do not necessarily work in any
particular direction. They are undenomi-
national and choose their own line OF
work. Their work is made up Of little
acts of charity that help in 80 great
measure the great things of life. Many
OF the circles Of Richmond work for the
Sheltering-Arms Hospital. which Is al
most supported by their efforts. They
also labor for home missions, temper
ance. the Church, the Day Nursery and
kindergarten. Home for Incprables. the
Fulton reading-rooms, and many other
charities
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-10-08
THE STATE CONVENTION.

The annual meeting OF Kings Daugh-
tiers and sons, OF Richmond will ba held at
the rooms of the Woman's Christian As
ISOLATION, III east Franklin street, on
Wednesday next, October 1lth at 4
o'clock. At this meeting the election Of
officers and the appointment of delegates
TO the State Convention at Luray will
take place. The convention will take
place from October 24th 10 2oth at huray.
Page county. Special rates have been Sc
cured from the railroads, and II is hoped
that many will attend from Richmond.
The reports Of the year will be read; the
. election of officers win be held. and new
chapters will be organized and work
mapped out for the year.
Miss Tyler, Of this city. has been ap-
pointed by the City Union as a delegate
10 this convention, and Miss Wright has
been appointed from Norfolk.
The State officers are as follows: Score
tary, Mrs. r. r. Washington, OF London
Bridge; Recording Secretary. Mrs. c. c..
Burton. of Richmond; Treasurer. Miss
NJ Il. Roper, of Norfolk. State Board
Mesdames NJ. Ia Funkhouser Stanton;
w c. Marshall. Lynchburg; n. A. Napp,
Norfolk. John y. Primer, Of Norfolk; l.
b. Janney, Of Richmond; Yales NcAipin