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Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
UNITED WORkMEN.

Think Twice Before Dropping Out.
Chips From the Workshop.
The member who drops out of the A O.
U. W. because it is costing too much"
had better sit down and do a little figur-
ing. Let him cipher out just how long he
will have to live and pay in at present or
even higher assessment rates in order to
have contributed to the order as much,
compound interest added, as will be paid
back to his heirs at his death. Where is
the savings bank that will duplicate the
proposition? Where is the investment to
beat it?-A. o. U. W Record
In the California jurisdiction there are
275 lodges, with over 90, 600 in total mem
bership.
The Kentucky deputies are doing such
good work that the winning of the So, 900
prize is assured.
The membership of the jurisdiction of
Massachusetts, April was 1912.
The indications are that seven assess
ments will carry the Kansas jurisdiction
through the year 1899.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Pilgrim Fathe ers.

Supreme Secretary Shepard's report
shows net gain of 1,106 members last
Tear; present membership, "a, 1854
The membership of the order by sex
was: Men, 1926; women, 10, SsS, being
55 and 45 per cent respectively, or exactly
as in 1897. The ratio of deaths was in
proportion far more favorable to women
than to men, for while women had As per
cent of membership and mortuary risk
they had but 3S per cent of the deaths
/ There were last year 1876 social members
in the order
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
The Modern Boy.

The following quaint, but Hfelike,
description of the modern American
schoolboy, given by the Rev. Sydney
Strong, will find an echo in the heart
of every mother who is the proud pos
sessor of just such a boy:
My idea of boy:
He is half angel and half animal
He is wide awake all night camping
out, but falls asleep in church. He is
superstitious, giving dandelion three
puffs to see if his mother wants him.
He carries lucky stone in his pocket.
He cures warts by burying the dish rag.
Burned cork, feathers, pins and fathers
barn make whole days show.
He stones the dogs, but will work for
hours over a dog that limps with a
broken leg to the b'"k door, No kinder
heart ever cared for motherl $ lamb
He disturbs family worship, but who
makes us think more of heaven when
he kneels and prays2
He is half angel and half animal.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

Here is story of Mark Twain, whose
after dinner speeches are unique. At a
dinner to which he was invited his
name was associated with the toast of
Literature" by an orator, who re-
ferred with great eloquence to Homer,
Shakespeare, Milton and-Mark Twain.
In response the humorist thanked the
speaker for his kindly references and
excused himself from making longer
speech by saying, Homer is dead,
Shakespeare and Milton are no more.
and IL don't feel very well myselfp
Detroit Free Press.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
stin Standing Where He Froze.

Out on the Laramie plains, west Of
Laramie, Wyo., there-is grim monu-
ment to the terrors of the past rigorous
winter. Between the two Laramie riv-
ers there stands a horse which was
frozen to death during one-of the very
severe storms of the past season. The
animal was frozen while standing. the
snow having drifted in about him and
held the carcass erect The snow has
since melted away and the horse is still
standing, his four feet being extended
in bracing position Denver Repub-
lican
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

The Pythians of Denver will erect a
handsome stone temple, of modern design,
at a cost of from S75, 900 to $1,000
There will be at least four large halls, one
of which will be set apart for banquets.
About 1000 Knights of Pythias were in
line at recent celebration and parade at
Brockton.
The last reports show 10 lodges, with a
membership of 6,242, in Kentucky. For
ty six deaths occurred during 1898.
Nevada has no state deputy, but has a
grand tribunaI-no expense attached to
same
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

fairs of the order to be in good shape, al
though slight loss in membership, due
to misunderstanding in regard to assess
ments. is reported, This loss will no
doubt be soon regained, and, in fact, re-
action has already set in. Mr.. Kidder's
advancement has been honorably earned,
as he has filled various offices in the grand
lodge in a. manner which speaks well for
the future of the order in the old Bay State
under his direction.
Forty-five lodges of the borough of Man
haitian and 81 of Brooklyn were represent
ed at recent meeting of the joint COM
mittee for celebration of the anniversary
of the institution of the order this year.
The lodge at Drakesboro, Ky, has ini-
tiated S6 young men in less than six
months.
The amount received on one assessment
OF the order is about 1855, 600.
Louisiana jurisdiction lost five members
by death during April.
The grand lodge of Massachusetts fixed
the per capita tax at so cents semiannually.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
RED M EN-.
Law as to BaIlOting For Degrees.
Along the Trail.

Law as to BaIlOting For Degrees.
Along the Trail.
Some of the tribes throughout the coun-
try are still balloting for degrees when a
brother desires TO advance, when for more
than one great sun one ballot elects to all
the degrees, except where brothers were
adopted prior to first cold moon, G. S. d.
406, in which case ballot should be had
q Official returns from 81 tribes in Penn
sylvania show net gain of 3,673 Elem-
bers.
1t is now time for the tribes everywhere
to arrange for a Red Mems day Keep
yourselves prominently before the public
if you would grow and succeed.
The membership in Missouri has nearly
tripled itself in the last great sun. A
number of new tribes have been instituted.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Then She Went.

'It's unfortunate in work like mine
to have tender feelings, said the hos
pital nurse, "but there are times when
1 simply can't help crying. 1 spoke to
one of the doctors about it once and
asked him if he thought there was any
great harm in my going into the linen
room to weep. No, he replied, mot if
you weep sterilized tears. New
York Sun,
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Mystic Circle.

The amount paid out i'll benefits in the
United States since its organization is
81, 500, 900.
This order has 455 members in Virginia
and has paid out in the state in benefits
S45.500. j. E. Burke is grand ruler.
The head of the order is. ID. E. Stevens,
Philadelphia, who was last year unani-
mously elected president of the national
fraternal congress.
Charles F. Humrtck is grand ruler of
Pennsylvania and David Casselberry
grand recorder.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
OUR POSTAGE STAMPS.
One Man Inspects Every One Issued
by the Goveknment.

by the Government.
You never bought a postage stampI
that was imperfect, although there are|
great many defective ones destroyed
every year. Notwithstanding the fact
that the government now issues annu-
ally in the neighborhood of 900, OOO,-
900 stamps, valued at about $40, 0OO,-
900, one man manages to inspect each
one of them, casting aside the ones that
have flaws of any description, either in
cumming, printing or perforatins
Stamp experts being scarce, this one,
a colored man of the name of John P
Green. who was employed by Cleve-
land, has been employed by the present
administration, being known as Unit
ed States postage stamp agent. Besides
his duties as an inspector, in which he
has to see also that the contract be-
tween the government and the bureau
Of printing and engraving is exactly
fulfilled in point of color, quality of pa
pei etc, he has charge of the stamps
stored in the government vault and
must see that there is a reserve suffi-
cient to meet all emergencies.
One billion stamps were supplied the
government from this reserve at the
time the war revenues were put into
effect and with a slight change were
made to do service as special tax stamps
and help the country out of business
blockade. The discarded stamps, which
are large percentage of those printed.
are counted and burned in the presence
of committee of government officials,
of which Mr.. Green is one, and the de-
struction formally certified to the gov
ernment.
The stamp business is increasing
yearly. There were on hand at the last
count 800, 1S5, $40 stamps of different
denominations for distribution among
the $4,000 postofices Of the United
States. Some of the postofices order
very few stamps, while from towns like
Chicago there come orders at times for
as many as 5000. 900 cent and a.
900, 600 cent stamps in one order;
value of this. $3.50, 900. Not bad thing
for Uncle Sam, but necessitating over
time work on the part of the agent,
who has to examine every stamp before
it goes out.-Detroit Free Press.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Modern WOodmen,

The head camp meeting at Kansas City
the second week in June will prevent the
head officers from attending pienics be-
tween the dates of June 2 and 10.
Social members who intend to secure
beneficiary certificate should not delay
They may wait until it is too late.
1t is generally conceded that the local
clerks are the life of the society. Upon
the faithfulness of the clerks all else de-
pends
A deputy working for an old camp has
no right to obligate an applicant for men,
bership outside of the camproom, nor in
the camproom, for that matter, unless the
consul of the old camp asks him to fill the
chair
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
ROYAL ArcanUu.

Membership in the order makes better
men, better citizens and better husbands
and fathers The Royal Arcanum has
still mighty work to do, and every mem
ber should be filled with greater love for
the institution and greater enthusiasm in
its work
Massachusetts, subordinate councils have
invested funds amounting to S33, ,563.
Howard C. Wiggins is now grand regent
of New York and J. r. Rupnell grand Sec
retary
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Long Refgns.

the throne on the 14th Of May, 1643, and
occupied it till his death on the 1st Of
September, 1715, a period of 7a years and
10 days. Hs was succeeded by his great
grandson, who became Louis XIV and
reigned for nearly SO years, these two sue
cessive reigns amounting in the aggregate
to 131 years, which is another record.
If ancient records are to be believed,
King Pepy II of Egypt enjoyed reign
extending over the extraordinary period
Of 94 years.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
is HE A WIZARD2
Yarn About Central African
Trance Traveller.

Trance Traveller.
Here is yarn that has hean picked
up by the Society For Psychical Re
search. Dr. R. W. Fclkin, who had ac-
companied Emin Pasha on a tour
through Uganda and adjacent territory,
ss responsible for it. He says that some
time last year his party had got back
to Lado. about 1, 600 miles south of
Ehartum, and that he had been with
nut letters from Europe for year.
Naturally he was inpatient for tidings.
In that part CT Africa he had often
come across wizards, who pretended to
transform themselves into lions or other
animals at night and to travel immense
distances in this guise. They also assert
that they acquire information at such
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
The Ton of PoIiteness

The most polite man in four counties
has been discovered. He is George A.
Tracy, the milk dealer. When you call
on Mr.. Tracy, he takes you down cellar
and seats you in chair in front of
barrel of cider. Then he starts siphon-
like arrangement, the cider flowing in
an amber stream through small hose
Mr.. Tracy then places the business end
of the hose in your moufh-and goes
away. Willimantic Journal
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Earned the Reward.

"Ma, Mrs. Smith gave me big
piece of cake.
Jimmie. I've often told you not to
ask for anything to eat when you are
over there.
But, ma, she gave me the cake be-
cause l told her who was here to dinner
last night. Chicago Record.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Good Fellows.

Hon. j. H. McGregor of Maine is now
premier of the order and Arthur j. Bates
of Massachusetts supreme secretary.
The grand assembly of Massachusetts
presented Past Grand Ruler James H.
Abercrombie with a handsome past grand
rulers badge and jewel recently in recog-
milton of his active and energetic services.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

You will be glad Of this news ::
Fels-Naptha soap (which is
naptha and soap saves half the
work of washing.
Your grocer returns your
money if you are disappointed
in it.
Fels & Co, makers, Philadelphia.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Royal NeighbOrs.

This order is the auxiliary of the Mod
srn Woodmen of America
There are at present over 1900 local
camps in the IA states in which the order
operates.
The number of certificates issued in
1895 was 1869; in 1896, 4,O17; in 1897,
',S47; in 1898, 9,299.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
MARTYRS TO CUSTOM.
Queer Things We Do by Instinct
Rather Than Reason.

Why does dog walk round in lit
tie circle before lying DOWN. Because
his ancestors had to beat out a hole in
the grass or the snow TO make Il COM
Portable bed. Why does he lay his nose
on the paws? Because his ancestors had
to keep their noses clear of the dust or
snow, says the Philadelphia Inquirer,
Why does cat wash herself so careful
ly3 Because her ancestors had to be
clean, or their prey would smell them
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
weu,She Thought of 1t.

The mother of one of our soldiers in
the late war was busy packing box
containing food to send tc him. and the
servant was watching the operation.
Having placed the last article in, the
mother said; 81 guess that is all, Nora.
We will now nail it up.
Excuse me, num-" said Nora, but
how is he ever going to get it open un-
less we put in an x?''-Harper' Ba-
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
A Rare Animal.

A white tiger was shot lately in the
DiRrugarh district of Assam, according
to the Calcutta Englishman. He was
nine feet long and in the prime of life.
The Calcutta taxidermist who prepared
the skin states that in IS years he had
neither seen nor heard of such thing
as white tiger.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
MASONIC.

Customs of the Craft In Colonial
Days-East. West and south.
1t was the custom of the craft In the
colonial days of this country to virtually
solicit candidates Governor Shirley was
not-a Mason, but through a committee he
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

Locusts are an article of food in parts
OF Africa, Arabia and Persia of such
Importance that the price of provisions
is influenced by the quantity of the
dried insects on hand.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Mutual Help.

Professor Gray-By the way, Pro-
fessor Sage, what day Of the month is
it2 To save my life can't think.
Professor Sage-It is the 20th. And
that reminds mel What month is iti--
Boston Transcript.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Golden Cross.

Kentucky last year received SO for ev-
FRY 81 paid into the beneficiary fund.
Reports of grand officers indicate
steady and healthy growth of the order in
the various grand Jurisdictions.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
The Dirty Work.

Kidder-He does the dirty work for
the city administration.
Horriblel
Kidder--Yes; he has charge of the
street cleaning bureau.-Philadelphis
North American.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

How did that Scotchman enjoy golf
over hereP"
He said our game was all right, but
he couldn't catch on to our dialect. -
Chicago Record.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
Injurious, Perfumes.

Perfumes are stated to be injurious
to the sense of smell, to the hearing,
the throat and the lungs.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
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KNIGHTS OF HONOR.

erand Dictator of Maszachusetts.
Lodge Notes.
Henry A kidder of Arlington, who was
elected grand dictator of the knights of
. Honor of Massachusetts at the recent ses-
jon of the grand lodge, takes up the reins
rfoffice with the knowledge that he has
the confidence of the entire order in his
ability to successfully manage its affairs.
Reports of the grand officers show the If
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02

Fels & Co, makers. Philadelphia.
Akron daily Democrat. [volume] (Akron, Ohio) 1892-1902, 1899-06-02
KIDNAPEDBYINDIANS
THRILLING STORY OF A WoMAN'S
CAPTURE AND ESCAPE.

PIucky Mrs. Larimer Was the Hero
Inc of an Exciting Adventure With
the B!oodthirsty sioux In Wyoming
Territory In 1864.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26
HEART DISEASE
S9HE F-3gTs 6Ea }HBI,yG THE RAPID
 fa@HA-5sE oH' uEAHT TBa3-BI IS.

a9 S8t fa aIaHHea, Hut Look foi= 6aa
 Cause.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26
AT THE THEATER.

Emma Myrkle who was seen last night in the Little Sinner K the eleverest little soubrette ever seen in this cIty her work in last nights bill at the opera house was d great bit of acting. Will Harder in his comedy work as q farm hand kept the audience in an nprcar from start to finish and the specialtfes of Myrkle and Harder were record breaker for applause. This is the best company ever seen here at pop ular prices.-Huntington, ". Va., Advertiser.
 The Myrkle and Harder company w.l appear in this city for three nights next week, beginning Mon day evening, February 27.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26
4 MINING MAGNATE
Has Been Hunting in This Vicinity
 for Several Days.

FeV people of this city have been aware that one of Illinois most in Haential and wealthfast citizens has been the guest of a Pine Bla6ian for several days.
 The geut.emanlv millionaire is no other than Bon. Jas T. King. a m5elag maguate of Jacksonville. H. He has been the guest If Nr. T. H. Osborne and famHp for savaraE days. 6at most of his time was spent h aeaaas ia company with #H 8s borne
 Af King intended going t5 B8t Springs. where he was to have join a Governor Tanner azd party Of Illinois. who are soieuraIae# there. but be received telegram from Jacksonville requesting dtm To come to that place and transact fmpor taHt 9usIness, He left immediately at the same time teleerap6iag bis regrets to Gov. Tanner.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26

As6 =AfaA tAA aHsaz LH#tA aHlal A-LtAA 4
 Cause.
 Heart troubles. at teasr among Iae AmerieaLs. aIe certainly increasing and #hlt#=HHIs may be largely daefo 6I}e ezez9eHaat#Bd worry If Amer can business Lie, il is mugc often che result e1=s4e easH sta8aeAs. tsf tHH# digestion.
 Real organic disease is inenrable. bur net 9ae ease ia hundred a1 heart trouble organic.
 Iae close relation bet Ween heart trouble and poor digestion is be cause both organs are controlled bK the same great Geryes, il 6 SNmpa- thetie aud 8neum0gastric
 Ia another WaA. also .he heart is effected bS the form of poor diges= ti0H which causes gas ndfefmenta- ton from Hatf aigested food. There Is feeling ot oppression saud heayi- ness in the chest caused by pressure of the distended stomach on the heart and lungs, interfering sWith t9eif action, hence arises palpitati0n and short breath
 Poor digestion also poisons the DitOd4 iadhtHza It tllll duu WdIGF3+ which initiates and weakens the heart.
 The most sensible treatment fer heart trouble is to improve the df- gestion and to insure the prompt assimilation ot food.
 TEi5 can be done by the regular use after meals afsome safe, pleasant and effective digestive preparation, like Stuarts Dyspepsia Tablets, which may be found at most drug stores and which contain valuable, harmless digestive elements in a pleasant, convenient form.
 It is safe to say that the regular persistent use of Stuart's Dyspepsia T ablets at meal time will cure any form of stomach trouble except can eer of the stomach.
 Full sized package of these tablets sold by druggists at 50 cents. Little book on stomach troubles mailed free. Address [. A. Stuart Co.,, Mar shall. Mich.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26
 DIED,

WEST-In this city at his home on South Georgia street Saturday afternoon, February 18th, 1899, Mr W. c. West, aged 65 years.
 The deceased was we'll known contractor in this eity for several years, and possessed many friends A son and brother, residing in Claeenaoas survIve him.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26

tainuent given ag Miss Jessie Har- Tell at her home e. Easg slzla ave Hst atst t#Hlata8 evening honor of Hiss LaeaEia Hfa iz.fuzGa e.aaal er. @ho is her guest H6e evening was spent i4 aaHeta# and other pleasing features. An eHeaaat HP8ar was served aud heartily Joec5 Those present were Misses tIatfte Lowing. Lizzie L7paieHz Afma Lanoody, Clara Steoheas. Emma fzHsf0p. La- c94ia Franklin. Fie5e Hare and Jessie Harfeii. Aessrs. EHa H8tt. i2t'tdtIe 9utls5iIEE 5fIEH. 68y AI artiu. John Boekaart and Wilbur Hyslob
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26
IN THE PLAINTIFFS FAVOR.

The case of the J l. Porter Lum- Der company Ys. Frank Kendall for the reDIevin of eighty-nine saw logs. which came up before Justice Vance Saturday afternoon, was decided in favor of the plaintiff and the defend ant immediately took an appeal
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26

THE PERfa B8LI-rhe Purim
 A ball given the children and the members of the EIuf City Club last Thursday evening at their hall on West Second avenue, was most enjoyable affair. The spacious hall presented a brilliant scene as the happy throng Of little tots gathered for the evenings pleasure. The grand march was formed at 9o'clock and was led by Master Dot Kastor and Miss IdaAlia Roth. The little couple acquitted themselves most admirably, introducing many new and attractive figures during the march. The little people enjoyed the light fantastic9 until11 o'clock when the young ladies and gentle man took the floor. 4 german was indulged in until q wee sma" hour, thereby making the evening an en- ioyable one for all. The caterer served the guests with supper which consisted of all tho seasons delica - cies.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26
FOR SALE

A lot of house furnishing goods, consisting of willow rockers, up- holstered chairs, mating. carpets. he'd room sets, springs, mattresses, etc. Also refrigerator and a gaso- line range, all for sale cheap. Apply to John Morgen the baker. If
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26

oTR C0NNEET-soeietf i8st now i5 both wUrn out and. allow
 aHrtng tae inelemea1 weather to
 fag expression aeatassea eae. 5%ha lenteu season must certainly
 gseajreI with delight 6E TEa aver
 saeIs6v woman Apart from fsa .5iio=ous side the rest imposed 6F its ,bssrgaaca, which is growing more as59raI every year-ia the very mid .5ls of fhe winter seaeoas iti Hot ga- 5g welcome but very wholesome. 4 |@aed brea thing spell is given when it
 s most needed. During the past aegk Pine Bluff has had =hee shaeeai |glpasure, notwithstanding 8He aaI- hess =ol its social whirl and the time .af the season, when Lent 70 greatly effects it's society. All attraction at |fHe opera house. q book reception land dedication exercises, q Purim baQ. another dance and several 1n ADrevents can beLumbered among .Pine Bluffs past six days functions. |AH were largely attended and highly enioYed. Several affairs are booked flor tHe latter part of the coming week, the former part is to be oecu- pied b. a three nights performance Inf the the theater.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-02-26

Mrs. 6. !. Hogg will return to her home at Altheimer Monday after short visit to Mrs. J w. Crawford.