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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
TRAGEDIES OF HUNTING.
Don't Shoot Until You Know What You Are
Shooting a."

The deer hunting In the Adirondacks
opened on August 10. Four days later
followed a. tragedy. Two brothers were
camping on the Eighth Lake of the
Fulton Chain. For the younger, a
youth OF IL years. Il was the first sea-
son cf camp life. and like all youngsters
in the woods in their initial experience.
he was aglow with ardor 10 get his first
deer says Forest and Stream. About
sundown last Saturday this younger
brother left the camp alone. and short
ly after was followed by the other.
when the elder OF the two came to the
Durant road, he saw a movement in
the brush such as Is caused by a deer.
ON the instant he raised his rife, took
quick aim at the moving brush, fired.
then rushed in TO see what he had shot
at, end found his brother who had been
killed instantaneously by shot
through the breast.
y human life cut short in the flower
OF yonth. Another life clouded by the
anguish OF the hour and by life-long
regret and self-reproach. A home desc
lated. And all as the fruit OF one fool
lsh moment with deadly weapon in
he woods.
Il, we aid not read the stories OF such
aoc'dents saar after year and from
sIme In time meet the bereaved faith
/ rs ana motf ers and wives and children
OF the ictiris. II wo aid be impossible
- conceive that grown men could be
round To bring this woe upon their fell
IONS. And yet season after season the
record grows. Now IL T. a farmer who
shoots a neighbor for groundhog now
maine moose hunter who Kills his
guide for big game. and now the Adj
camper who does 10 death his
brother for a deer. Before the season
shall be over and the rifles put away
We snail hear probably OF a score OF
such tragedies.
Ana II Is all so cruelty heartrending
because so unnecessary. The observ-
ance OF one simple rule would have
saved the scores of lives sacrificed in
the past-Don't shoot unless you know
what you are shooting at.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
CAN'T DRINK IN MODERATION.
A Chicago Bear That Has The Sams lamsntsbIs
Weakness as Some Men.

Dick" the Russian brown bear in
Lincoln Park. is in disgrace. Some ad-
mirer of the Bruin family pushed a
bottle of pure rye whiskey through the
bars of Dicks" cage on Monday even
ing. The bear drank the liquor. and
there was trouble the rest OF the night.
for he kept all the other bears of his
household awake and also those in the
fiat above says the Chicago Inter
Ocean.
The matter of Dicks" fall from
grace was the subject of grave consld-
Grafton before the Lincoln Park Board.
The upshot of IL was "a decision that
the bear should be ostracised from the
society OF his mates. One OF the COM
missioners suggested the gold cure. but
this was deemed impracticaIble. A spe-
cial cage will be built for him. and he
well be kept I'm solitary confinement
and away from temptation.
Cy DE- Vry. the animal keeper SAYS
that when "Dick" is sober he is good
bear. but the minute he tastes luuor
he loses control of himself and gives
full swing to his appetite. When I'm his
cups. "Dick" claws the other bears.
chews the bars OF his cage. and becomes
generally d,sreputable. lie also tries
TO bite imaginary IptS, WHp, ne thinks,
are surrounding him.
Three weeks ago the bear fell 10
thinking about his former free and un-
trammelled life in gypsy camp. and
resolved 10 change the scenery OF his
environment. He scaled tall IRON
picketed fence. and led a number Of
keepers. citizens and policemen an ex-
citing chase through the flower gar
dens.
After his nightly carousal Dicks"
nervous system was "a shocking con-
dition. In his delirium he made n
break for freedom. Hardly had his long.
broad feet begun 10 dig up chunks "
the gravel pathway before lasso
from the hands OF Keeper Cy De Vry
went ealing over the head % Bruin.
and settled around his neck. Then
Park Policeman Guard and Keeper De
Nrv braced themselves at the other end
of the rope. and the bears second trip
In the open was brought TO an abrupt
close.
He reared on his haunches, turnef
compl telv over. eummersault fashion.
and struck the ground on his side With
thud. RI was a dazed and degraded
bear that was dragged back 10 the pit
The animal had taken the same us Nh
od Of egrcss az on tho fret occasion.
when ne scaled the rock wall and niun-
bly, clambored over guard OF sharp
ened iron bars which have appalled,
generations OF bears not OF the gypsy
variety.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

THE AMERICAN idea Of darn-the-
expense When Il comes to doing a thing
was never better illustrated than I'm the
preparations for the reception Of our
Dewey The appropriation OF the mu-
nicipaRty of Nsw York is $3.50. 1000. The
State treasury chips in s75. 600. The gold
loving cup that Is 10 be Or scented ,o
him cost $4,000. The New York Iopr.
nails loving cup OF melted dimes is IN
cost as much. There r. a fortune 4,
the Dewey medal st with Jewels. who,
he gets e. Washington he will be for
mally present. the sword given bv
Congress as an official expression NJ ,b.
tsibute OF the whole nation. Win rho
exception OF parts OF the scabbard ana
49, steel blade. this outfit Is OF saiia
gold set with Jewels and cost slOOOo
Private enterprise vartously manifested
special trains and miscellaneous trlb-
utes Will doubtless amount 20 a hun
dred Thousand more directly and indi-
rcctly contributed TO the proceedings
OF welcome. II is likely that never n
American history has money been 50
lavishly thrown In 10 pay tribute to an
Individual. And the heartlness Of IL
will be something beyond price.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
sMiL Es.

SO your father said he must prove
MS love before he can marry you. How
does he expect TO prove it?"
Life. ooN'S II
F'reddy-Is Friday the unluckiest dav
In the wsek2 10Y
.Cobwlgger--I don't see how IL can be
NoDoay thinks OF getting married on
When You returned my book you
said You enjoyed it Immensely"
Wei. | did. for a fact"
IN glad 10 hear il. But why didn't
you cut the leaves Y-Chicago Record
Hoax-Salary been reduced ehp
Ihats hard luck. Made you feel mad.
didn't IL? ''''N'
%oax-No, but it made me feel cheap.
Philadelphia Record.
They are calling one another a syroa,
many hard names in the Dreyfus trial -
res answered Mr.. Cumrox: 'but I
lake notice they don't darst TO say nost
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claimed What under tbs sh,,, ex-
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wheel TO square N NV JUS
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your money otherwise.
Timmlt-That IL true. hut r,,,.
ride. ~ I'm sure 90 lose my f,a,anro
anywsy.-Cathollc STANDARD aad Times.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

1T is likely that n Congress had not
Exposition there would be considerable
difficulty in getting IT now unless the
Dreyfus case took on a more attractive
complexion than IL has at present But
that Congress will go so far as 20 snub
the French nation by revoking action
already taken is only a nightmare OF
the Washington correspondents looking
for something to write about in dun
season.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

AZ Philadelphia. Under the direction OF
the Philadelphia Commercial Museum,
opens on. Thursday and il promises 10
be one of the most interesting and in-
structive fairs ever held in this or any
other country. Never in the history OF
the land could such a show have been
more significant ar timely. our exports
are just now our chhef boast. In connec-
tion with the exposition Is to be held an
international commercial congress
which with the show itself. il ealcu-
lated TO encourage trade relations with
other countries and To expand the busir
ness OF swapping goods all over the
world
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

AMERICAN horses and particularly
American jockeys rule the English turf
Just now and the triumph is freely ac-
knowledged by the English sporting
press. one' big horse owner has cap
tured fifty events by reason Of his faith
in the American Jockeys whom ne has
employed constantly all through the
season.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

AGAIN lis the subject OF the Moshas-
suck river pollution up FOR discussion
A resolution has been passed to stop
the pollution and legal steps will be
taken. The resolutions and legal steps
can't really clean river, but It is
hoped that they may lead to something
that will
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

"The flag symbolizes our purposes
and our aspirations; IL represents what
We believe and what we mean to main
tain, and wherever IL floats II is the
flag of the free the hope of the oppress.
ed; and wherever 1t is assailed, at any
sacrifice it will be carried T. a triumph
ant peace. president Mckinley, Aug.
13, 1899.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

If THE agitation continues in favor
os expressing our sentiments in the
Drsyfus case by boycotting the fair in
1900 lots OF fellows will be provided
with a handy explanation OF why they
didn't attend the Paris exposition.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

LIEUT.. Peary has contributed seven
toes as mis- share TO the sacrifices OF
Arctic exploration, but everybody hopes
that. however it rlay appear. this Is not
the beginning Of the end. He may yet
achieve the champion honors in his
chosen field I'm competition with the ad-
venturous representatives OF the ma
tions OF the earth.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

NOW THAT the Insurance compan-
les are taking on womankind as risks
we may shortly expect TO be deluged
with new line OF Insurance agents
literature headed protect your hus-
band and children"
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

THE CRACK Connecticut command
has engaged THE crack New England
band. which of course. is Reeves. TO
accompany IL in the Dewey reception
parade. which goes To SHOW that the
Nutmeg militia knows where to look
for musical organization that will do
il credit
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

EVEN If Boston with it's white mans
burden Of anti-expansion folk is in
Massachusetts, the old Bay State leads
all her sisters in supplying soldiers for
service in the Philippines.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

A renaissance toque. by Henri a la
Pensee. Embroidered and spangled
black velvet forms this characteristic
toque, which is worn well to one side.
and is decorated with two soft feathers
held by a jeweled buckle.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

PROPHETS may be- without honor In
their own country. but there are evil
demos accommodating that heroes. espe.
ciaiiy Of the navy brand do not suffer
for lack OF n.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

OUR DEWEY Is homeward bound
this time for fair. Next landing, New
York.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

1T WAS farce OF justice at Rennes.
bur a tragedy Tor poor Dreyfus
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

THE PUBLIC schools are opened, tNt
the pocketbook Is closed again.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
THE NEWS
DAILY EUROPEAN MINT.

(Secured for exclusive publication in
The News by arrangement with Felix.
Rouff. Doucet. La Ferrlere. Paquin and
other famous Partisan costume max
ers)
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
Present Low Prices.

The textile workers all over the coun-
try are demanding higher wages and
prices must advance.
Our Carpets are made and laid in the
most satisfactory manner by skilled
workmen.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
A DOCTORS
Success With Grippe.
He PreseribeS BRAZILIAN BALM,
Which not only effects a cure in the most
critical cases, but IS the only known remedy that
leaves no evil results behind.

Miss Emma Rockwell of Kewauee His writes under date
of January 25 My mother 10 years OF age mas been
very very sick with Grippe. Her head ard lungs af
feced The fever up 10yegrces. The doctor gave
US very little hope, but ordered to give Brazilian Ealm
all tie time. This stood first among the medicines Nothing
seemed loosen her Cough and reduce the fever like the Balm
Although the Pneumonia and her c
CAL it brought her through all right 1t is certainly
derfu remedy chief reliance in tie family ali think
we could rot keep house without It,"
We Brazilian Balm Grippe without leaving
claim wrecks Of Cripp.
sucs wrecks today
all broken
from the Grippe
remedies fail Brazilian having and your
n e. 20. Ind
FOR SALE BY ALL DRUGGISTS.
WHOLESALE
Hall Lyon, Chambers Calder Co., Gee. L. Claan Co. and
Blanding Banding
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

When You returned my book YOU
sai1 you enjoyed 1t immensely"
Wei. did. for a fact"
N gIad 10 hear IL. But why didn't
you cut the leaves y-Chicago Record.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12
Wiltons,
Administers
And Brussels

With or without borders. are in Won
derful richness OF color and charming
designs.
1t Is a good money-saving idea to buy
now at the
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

ioax-Salary been reduced ehp
That's hard luck Made you feel mad
didn't IL? N'
Joax-No. but Il made me- feel cbaan
Philadelphia Record.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

SO your father said he must prove
ms ioVe before he can marry you. How
does he expect TO prove it?"
BY figures, l imaglne.-Brook,y
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1899-09-12

Freddy-Is Friday the unluckiest dav
In the wsek2 "'
Cobwigger--I don't see how IL can be
NOBODY thinks of getting married on
that day.-Judge
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
WEDNESDAY s sEsstov.

Circuit court opened this morning at the appointed hour and for the first time during thls session Prosecuting Attorney Steele who has been sick, was present to represent the state.
 The grand jury came into court and retnrned several indictments, the only one made public was that of man. slaughter against Robert Fortner.
 About one year ago, while a, ting as constab blc, Fortner attempted to ar rest man named Joseph Bershon, allas 'Frenchy." at Hatton, twenty five miles south of this city. Bershon resisted and as he started to run was shot, after refusing to halt. He dled within short time. and as the charges against him was only misdemeanor. Fortner's arrest followed. His case has been continued to next term of court. He stands on a $l, 900 bond for his appearance.
 The case of N. Nj. Roach vs. Pryor Lum Der Co., was dismissed by agree ment.
 L. NJ. Wimberly vs. E. J. Tartar. continued
 T. H. Harris vs. T. N. Low; same. J. G. Hudgins vs. George Webster; judgement by consent of defendant The case of G. w. Pultz vs. J. O. Thomas, suit for balance due on con- tract for building four cottages on Ar mour street has taken up most or so- day and is still in progress.
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
THAT THREE-LEGdED COLT.
Rapidly Increasing In Value as Freak
 to Be Exhibited.

The freak of a three-legged colt, born out near Egger as reported in last weeks Star, was brought into the city yesterday and to-day is being ex- h;hited in the rear of the Owl Club Saloon. Since coming to town this colt is rapidly increasing in value. Shortly after it's birth it was sold for S. Yesterday a half interest was purcha ased for SIS, and this morning Wm. Gardner paid Sl50 fer one half interest. J. W. Morgan is owner of the other half and another party IS now anxious to buy half interest for $500
 The colt is strong and healthy and stood the trip from Egger-ever fifteen miles-without unusual fatigue, keep ing up with its mother, hopping along by her side when she would trot or gallop. The colts manner in getting up from a lying position is peculiar and unusually quick It seems to give founce and lands on its feet without any special effort. It bids fair to make strong, active horse regardless of it's defect.
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
TAx-PAYING COMPLICATION.
County Court Must Meet to Approve County Collectors Bond Before
 He Can Collect Taxes

At appears that under the state law Sheriff Johnson, as ex-officio county collector, cannot begin collecting taxes until his bond is approved by the county court.
 Sheriff Johnson has his bond ready, out unless Judge Matheney calls an extra session of county court for this purpose, the collector cannot collect a dollar of taxes until after the regular April term of court. which convenes on the first Monday in April.
 If Judge Matheney calls special session, ten days notice must be given, which at best will take the day to March IS, and no taxes can be collect ed prior to that date.
 As the penalty attaches to all delin- queDts on April 10, ]. I. Alley, as the representative of this county, should on his return to Little Rock, try and secure the passag~ of an act extending the date to the end that those who cannot pay their taxes because the collector cannot lawfully receive them, be relieved from paying the penalty.
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
CIRCUIT COURT CONFINES
A LARGE DOCKET SMALL PER
 CENT CRIr7INAL.
Robt. Fortner Held for Manslaughter. First Three Days Proceed.
 ings.
MONDAYS SESSION.

At 10 o'clock this morning newly appointed Sheriff Johnson. under or. ders from Judge Feazel, convened cir- chit court in the Key building on Mena street between Sherwood and Jansse Il avenues.
 The grand jury was immediately summoned and the oath ministered, after which Judge Feazel spent about one hour talking to them, and in very concise and comprehensive manner, pointed out the law governing nearly all cases liable to come before them. The jury is made up of some of the best citizens of the county, and with John Hamilton as foreman, will, no doubt, fulfil the duties resting upon them. After requesting them to dis patch their work with all possible speed, and thereby save expense for the county. the judge ordered Deputy Sheriff c. c. Cole to take charge of the body.
 The room selected for the grand jury is in the secend story of the building joining the court room on the north. The remainder of the morning was devoted to swearing in the petit jury. and allowing lawyers present to make their necessary motions to the court. Andrew Johnson, of the firm of Me PhetrIge & Johnson, was admitted to the bar without any examination. Ev- idence of his extensive practice in other states; making an examination un- necessary.
 Ex-Prosecuting Attorney Hal Nor wood, was sworn in as prosecuting at toruey pro. tenn, to fill the place oi Prosecuting Attorney, J. S. Steele, who is unable to leave his room at the Hotel National, on account of sickness.
 The afternoon session began at l:3C o'clock and the actual work began. The following cases were disposed of
 State, vs. Jim Cole, stealing wheat from Joe. Hudgins, plea of guilty; fine s10.OO and two days Imprisonment. State, vs. Pat Mulraney, violating whisky law; plea of guilty; fine sloo
 At 3:30 the case of state vs. Joe Me Kinley, assault and battery is in prog ress. Mckinley is a school teacher, and charged with beating Andrew Baker, one of his pupils. This case will occupy the rema inder of the day.
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
STOCK YARD IMPROVEMENTS.
Additions Made to Accommodate Inc
 crease of Business.

An extensive addition is being built to the stock yards at this place. As is perhaps we'll known to most of the Star readers, Mena is the place desig- mated by the railroad company to un- load, feed and water all stock ship ments along the Port Arthur Route. and it was found that the yards were inadequate for the requirements, and in consequence an addition is being built Extensive sheds have been built also, covering large portion of the yards and chutes. which will make loading and unloading much more pleasant in bad weather A four inch main has been laid from the company's reservoir to supply the stock yards with water These are all substantial improvements and tend to emphasize the eompany's interest in Mena-
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
TUESDAYS SESSION.

Promptly at s:30 this morning, cir cult court convened for It's second day. IL seemed difficult matter for Judge Feazel to get the attorneys in shape to do business. This resulted in loss of considerable time, and the continuance of many cases. Before 10 o'clock, the criminal docket had been passed through; all the cases that had not been tried being continued.
 Tbe remainder of the morning was devoted to the civil docket, few un- important cases being dismissed, mo tions made in others, and speci al days set for many of the cases.
 Tn the case of Joe Mckinley, being tried yesterday afternoon for whip ping one of his pupils, while teaching school down in Ozark township, the jury returned verdict of not guilty.
 State vs. A. J. Payne, nal feasance in office, indictment quashed and case dismissed.
 State vs. J. W. Bates, an old man ch harged with breach of the peace for using profane language, found not guilty.
 State vs. E. J. Tartar, violating liquor law, plea of guilty; fined $iO0
 The following cases were disposed of to-day:
 State vs. Ben Yates and Van Pate, assault and battery. Case dismissed. Prosecuting witness absent
 T. J. Johnson vs. w. F. Fry, ap- pealed from justice of peace court, ac- tion on debt, dismissed; want of pros ecution.
 E. l.. Martin vs. Kansas City Pitts burg & Gulf railway, suit for $5,000 damage, personal injuries. Case re- moved to Federal court Martin is the man who tried to get on train, while here some months ago, while in an in- toxicated condition after being refused the chance to buy ticket, and was pushed eff, getting his foot crushed under the wheels.
 State vs Martin, manslaughter; continued to next term of court.
 State. vs Jeff Upshaw. violating liquor law; plea of guilty, fine Slo0.
 State vs W. J. Hyatt, dismissed by default.
 City of Mena, vs Walter Poison, dis turbing peace; appeal case from mayor
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
STRAWBERRY GROWERS MEET.
They Propose to Form a County
 Union For Shipping Purposes.

representation of the straw berry growers of Polk county, met last night at the court room according to previous announcement.
 Mir J. G. Bell, of Cove was elected chairman, and J. E. Hickman, of Jans- son, stated the object of the meeting, making plain the necessity of organiz- ing within each of the four societies, Ganness, Cove, Jansen aud Mena, strawberry growers associations. It was suggested that each of such associations join in forming union, by each selecting one or more persons to compose an executive board for transaction of business.
 These and kindred matters. were discussed by E. H. Poe, of Graness, Dr. James and Mir. Barton, of Cove, Mir. Hickman of Jansen and Messrs. c. W. Barragar, W. II. Barrager, A. W. St. John and k. 5. Poster, of Mena.
 It was arranged that another meet ing should be held at an early date, only awaiting action of berry growers in and near Mena. It is expected that all growers of wberries will attend the regular meeting of the Hortt. cultural Society on next Saturday sfs ternoon. in order to further the ov- ganization of such union.
The Mena star., 1899-03-08
Ed Allen Hurt.

While assisting in unloading piano. at the residence of W. s. Pryor, Ed Allen was badly hurt. The men lost control of the piano, allowing it to get over balanced and fall on him. The weight rested largely on his breast:and stomach. crushing and bruising him quite badly, but no bones were broken and he will probably be out again in q few days.