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Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
BEGGING LETTERS.
How They Are Treated by Helen Gould
and Others.

anu Otners.
Rated in accordance with the num-
Der of begging letters received. Miss
Helen Gould would probably be ranked
first among the men and women of
New York who measure their wealth
by millions, though this was not so,
perhaps. till after she had begun her
remarkable work of relieving the
wants of the soldiers Miss Gould
treats her begging mail with much
greater respect than do most persons
of large wealth, for, unless unusually
engaged with other matters. she reads
every letter asking for financial aid
on the same day it is received. setting
aside a certain part of each twenty
four hours for its perusal in company
with her private secretary. Many Of
these letters, most of them, in fact.
are so palpably fakes that no serious
attention is paid to them. yet so sim
cerely courteous and considerate of the
feelings Of others is Miss Gould that
polite answer is sent by the next
post to nearly every letterwriting
aims asker. Miss Gould's begging mail
must call for a prepOsterous aggregate
of charity nowadays, for it has almost
doubled within the last six months.
and the total asked for in gifts by let
ter in the year 1897 as footed up by
her private secretary, was little more
than $l,OOO,O0O, or about s2,74O a day.
How much she actually gives out for
charity not even her private secretary
knows, many benefactions being ex-
tended by Miss Gould in absolute Sc
crecy. Though richer than she by
a gOodly number of millions, her
brother George does not receive near
ly so many begging letters, nor does
he open his hand SO freely as she; yet
his begging mail Is something enor-
nous, and the number of favorable re-
sponses is greater than is generally
supposed. How the younger of the
two immensely rich Rockefeller
brothers treats his begging mail has
never leaked out, but John d. Rookie
Teller and his family are known to give
1t great deal OF their personal at
'CuIiOH. l. cy IOOh dlteT IL dC DTedk-
fast time, when every member of the
family present takes his share of the
letters asking for favors, scans them
and later reads them aloud to the
others. A good proportion Of all the
Rockefeller letters are inconseQuen-
tial, as a matter of course. and these
receive little discussion. This is true
also Of the few which add threats to
their pleadings, for the Rockefellers
have long ben case-hardened to this
sort of epistle, like most other modern
millionaires. Letters full of uncon-
scious humor and those in which the
writer's strive to make their point by
being purpOsely humorous are more
common than those of sinister import
Fewest of all, as might be imagined
are the letters which seem really
worthy.
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
BATHS NOT HER SPECIALITY
Hospital Patient Had Not Had One In
Six Months.

Six Months.
This actually occurred in one of the
hospitals in the city where a number
Of patients from the lower walks Of life
are brought for free treatment. One
night the police ambulance brought a
young woman who was suffering from
a severe case OF rheumatism. The first
part of the treatment accorded patients
is a thorough bath before they are
placed between the clean sheets. and
the unpleasant task of administering
the scrub is a part of the duty of the
probationers, as the nurses are called
during the first six months Of their
training. The one who attempted the
work in this case found hopeless job
on her hands and after much vain la
Dor she went to one OF the older nurses
for advice. 1t being case Of rheuma-
tism they disliked TO risk putting her
in a tub, but there seemed to be no
help for it. so they soused her into the
hot water and used soap, soda, alcohol,
and everything else the place afforded
and they rubbed, scrubbed and secured
with but little success. At last the
elder nurse exclaimed: 81 don't believe
you ever had bath before, did your"
Eyes, I did," answered the patient in
tones of Indignation. when was it?"
Just before l vas married" How
long ago was tt "A little over
six months"
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
CHAPTER XVIII.

Jack Hall claimed that right, and,
leaving his horse in charge of one of
the troopers. he hunted about to try
to find some safe place where he could
make the descent. Presently he found
zig-Zag path which had evidently
been worn by human feet. and which
appeared to lead directly down to
where he had observed the smoke.
BY careful maneuvering he arrived
nearly at the bottom of the gully, and
he paused to make sure that his re-
volver was in readiness. Silently he
drew it from its sheath and examined
it. Then he gently continued his way,
avoiding every piece of dry wood that
lay in his path. the cracking of which
might betray his presence.
At length the ground became less
thicky timbered. and he felt sure that
he could not be far from the camp.
Straining his eyes, he could now dis
tinguish between the stems of the trees
rOughly-built bark hut. 1t was not
above twenty yards from where he
stood, but the color of the bark made
it difficult to discern.
1t was, as he surmised, no native en-
campment. There was a chimney at
one end of it, which at once proclaimed
the inhabitants to be white men.
Lying down fiat upon the ground.
Jack Hall watched and listened
Presently he heard voices. Then
woman came out, and walked towards
pile of firewood. Taking up a chop
per, she split some up and carried it
into the hut.
Then he heard more talking. but he
was unable to distinguish what was
said.
An hour passed. and the sun began to
get low If anything was to be done
that night it must be done quickly: so.
creeping up on his hands and knees. he
at last regained his companions above.
Motioning to them to be silent. he
withdrew the party to some little dis
lance from the edge of the precipice.
and then told them all that he had
seen.
There can be no doubt about it
VI.
up to Baynes' hut when it was
searched, and so did not see the
woman; but you did, father, and from
what you told me l am certain it is
She"
Then the matter rests now entirely
with you. sergeant remarked Mr..
Hall. You give your orders, and we
will do our best to carry them out
Just so, sir" replied the trooper in
command. Then my orders are for
you all to spread out. Get down the
sides of the ravine as we'll together as
you can. Surround the hut and arrest
them at once. We have a good hours
light left yet"
The eight men then proceeded to
tether their horses on the fiat, and,
having made them all safe, they each
selected spot at which to descend.
They then disappeared amongst the
scrub.
Some ten minutes elapsed Then
cry broke the silence-it was the voice
of William Luke
Hurrying down rather more quickly
| than his companions, he had seen one
Of the occupants of the hut standing
near the doorway.
The slamming to OF door was
| heard, and almost simultaneously the
| crackers emerged upon the valley.
| There was no further necessity for
silence, for their presence had been be-
| trayed by Luke's exclamation of sur
prise.
Two remain in the rear" cried the
| sergeant-"one on either side, and the
| others advance with mel"
The men who ran to the troopers
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
Could Not Help Himself.

The wife of a dynamo tender in
Pittsburg went to haberdasher's re-
Gently to buy a necktie for her hus-
band. She selected brilliant red one,
ready made whereupOn the salesman,
with compassion for the future owner,
was moved to remark: Excuse me,
ma'am, is this tie for your husband2''
1T is" replied the woman. Don't
YOU think he would rather have some
other color? I'm afraid he won't wear
this red tie" "Oh, yes, he will" said
the woman, because he'll have to-;
he's dead. San Francisco ArgOnaut.
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NIOllined.

He kissed her boldly or Market
street, opposite the Phelan building.
Sir" she shrieked, you are an utter
stranger to me. What means This ia
miliarity?" Miss he replied, bow
ing low, though we never met before,
you must excuse me. | bet my friend
that would kiss the prettiest girl |
saw on the block" A soft forgivipg
smile replaced her wrathful glance.
You are forgiven this time" she SAID
sweetly, "but please don't let it occur
again. San Francisco News Letter.
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
side were William Luke. Jack Hall and

side were William Luke, Jack Hall and
Sullivan.
Il call upon you in the Queens name
to surrender" cried the sergeant. as
he advanced.
Two puffs of white smoke from be-
tween the sheets of bark which formed
the walls of the hut. followed by sharp
reports, were the only answers he re-
ceived.
(To be Continued.)
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His Preference.

why is it that you like your sister
Maude's children so much better than
your sister Grace's? The latter seem
to be very bright-more so than the
Others" Yes, they are; but Maude
has never taught her little ones to
speak pieces"
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27

The most active volcano in the worlc
is Mount Sangay. 1880 feet high. sit
uated on the eastern chain of the
Andes, South America. 1t has been
in constant eruption since 1928.
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
SOCIETY DIRECTORY.
MASONIC.

PLYMOUTH Kill WINING
LODGE, No, r4o, F. and a. NJ;
meets first and third Friday eve
nings of each month. Daniel
Mcdonald, w. NJ. Iohn Corberly,
Sec.
PLYMOUTH CHAPTER, No
40, r. A. NJ; meets second Fri
day evening of each month. L.
Southworth H. P. ]. c. Jilson,
Sec.
PLYMOUTH COMMAND'RY,
No 20 K. T.; meets second. and
fourth Thursday of each month
d Mcdonald E. c.; L.TannerRec &C.
PLYMOUTH CHAPTER, No
20, 0. E. S.; meets first and third
Tuesdays of each month. Mrs
Mary l.. Thayer w. M. Mrs. @.
Asphalt. Sec
ODD FELLOWS.
AMERICUS LODGE, No. e1;
meets every Thursday evening at
their lodge rooms on Michigan st.
Ed Campbell n. g. Chas
Shearer Sec
KNIGHTS OF PYThIAS.
HYPERION LODGE, No. III
meets every Monday night in
Castle Hall. Lou Altman &C.
Chas. S. Price K. of r. and S.
FORESTERS.
PLYMOUTH COURT, No. 4o9;
meets the second and fourth Fri
day evenings each month, in
X. of P. hall. Elmer Wernt1
G. r. Daniel Cramer sec.
HYPERION TEMPLE RATH-
BONE SISTERS, meets first
and third Friday of each month
Mrs J. G. Davis, Mrs. Rena
Armstrong
". ". IL AVA.
PLYMOUTH TENT, No. ~;
meets every Tuesday evening at
K. O. 7. NJ. hall. Dan. Jacoby,
Com. James Hoffman, Record
Keeper.
L. o. T. NJ.
WIDE AWAKE HIVE, No. 81;
meets every Monday night at K.
O. t. Nj. hall on Michigan street.
Mrs. Flora J. Ellis, Commander.
Bessie Wilkinson, Record Keeper.
HIVE NO. IS; meets every Wed.
nesday evening in K. o. T. M.
hall. Mrs. Maggie Fogle, Com,
Alma E. Lawrence, Record
Keeper.
ROYAL ARCANUM.
Meets first and third "Wednesday
evenings of each month in Simon's
hall. Moses M. Lauer, Regent.
Francis McCrory, Sec.
wooDMEN OF THE WORLD
Meets first and third Wednesday
evenings of each month in K. of P.
hall. c. M. Kasper. c. G. Joe
Eich, Clerk
q. A. X.
MILES II. TIBBETS POST, G..
A. r; meets every first and third
Monday evenings in Simons hall
Dwight L, Dickerson Conn.,.
Charlie Wilcox, Adjt.
SONS OF VETERANS.
Meets every second and fourth Fri
day evenings in @. A. r. hall
]. A. Skunk, Captain. Cora B.
North ref I ieut
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Harlem Definitions.

Mrs. Uptown was down at Thyme
& Co.'s yesterday and bought a new
folding bed. Mrs. Flatte-Grand or up
right?
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
1t CLOVIS.

Hasn't she. bright face?" Very.
She has to use an awful lot of powder
to take the shine off. New York
Sun.
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
ARE YOU ALIVE

To the fact that all successful business men
credit thei- success To the liberal use of print
ere ink! Why not profit by their experienced
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
Indiana LEGISLATURE.
4 Weeks Record In the Senate
and House.
VICTORY FOR ROBY PEOPLE.
Bill Aimed Against the Famous Race
Track Is Defeated In the House by
Narrow Margin-Other Measures That
Have Been Acted on.
Wednesday, Jan. IS.

Two thousand persons crowded the
hall of the house of representatives
when the two branches of the legisla-
ture met in joint convention 10 cam
vass the vote taken and formally an
nounce the election of Albert j. Bev
eridge to be United States senator
The senator made an extended speech,
advocating a broad national policy
and by implication a policy of national
expansion. He took a decided stand in
favor of the early settlement of the
currency question on permanent
basis.
Thursday. Jan. 10.
BY vote of 40 to As the bill under
which the state authorities hoped to
proceed successfully against the Roby
race-track people and the persons and
concerns wasting natural gas was de-
feated in the house. The friends Oh
the measure say the clerks made a
mistake in the roll call and that later
the bill w:.s be passed Five men who
are recorded as voting against the bill
NOltu III IL. llt tViltl
argument against the bill was that it
was too drastic. 1t was the feeling
that the bill was too far-reaching,
rather than any friendship for Roby,
that caused the defeat, it is believed.
Friday. Jan, 20.
The house by vote of SO to 6 ad-
vanced the bill for the establishment
OF county council in every county in
the state. The action was the result
of caucus of the re. = blican members
of the body. at which Chairman Hern-
ly of the republican state committee
announced that if the majority in the
legislature did not stand by the party
pledge for reform in county and town
ship government he would resign. The
caucus, after having decided to support
the reform measures. appointed COM
mittee of seven to consult with COM
mittee from the senate. with the view
of agreeing upon concerted action.
The third act of the house was to
kill the pet bill of Gov. Mount for the
teaching of agriculture in the public
schools.
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
WOODMEN OF THE WORLD

Meets first and third Wednesday
evenings of each month in K. of P.
hall. c. M. Kasper. c. G. Joe
Eich, Clerk
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ROYAL ARCANUM.

Meets first and third NV Wednesday
evenings of each month in Simons
hall. Moses M. Lauer, Regent.
Francis McCrory, Sec.
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ODD FELLOWS.

AMERICUS LODGE, No. oI;
meets every Thursday evening at
their lodge rooms on Michigan st.
Ed Campbell n. @. Chasr
Shearer Sec
Marshall County independent. (Plymouth, Marshall County, Ind.) 1897-1902, 1899-01-27
SONS OF VETERANS.

Meets every second and fourth Fri
day evenings in g. A. r. hall
J A. Skunk, Captain. Cora B.
North, Ist Lieut..
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
MERCANTILE DEFINITIONS.

Bookkeeping to return
borrowed volumes.
Double entry-charging the same
thing twice.
Single entry-charging a man with
goods, but not crediting the cash he
pays for them.
A ledger-a counting house compan
ion upon which people often spen,
their entire fortunes
A promissory no3e-acceptance of al
invitation.
A foreign draft-a glass of cognac.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
THE CITIZE ~.
SHARP POINTS.

An unweloome guest is one Of the
best things going.
Paradoxical as It may seem, silenc'
speaks for itself.
The queen of the tea table not onl!
reigns but she pours.
The occasion is always around some
where when it is required.
Marriage isn't spelled mirage,
but that is often what it is.
For every consulate there are many
disconsolates, says an office-seeker.
Our own faults always look small in
comparison with those we see in 9TH
ers.
The man who dwells in other people 5
memories has to pay exorbitant rent.
little child can discover more stray
sunbeams than a grown person can.
The hunter who is chased by a bear
is lucky if he comes out ahead Of the
game.
a woman confers upon herself a
doubtful honor when she reforms a
man by marrying him.
THE stars are peeping,' says a poet.
Well, that's what the peephole in the
drop-curtain is for.
And now it is reported that St.
Louis woman died from pneumonia
contracted while attending a faith
cure meeting.
The evolution of the worm results in
a butterfly, a can of dynamite at
tackled by a goat will also make the
butter fly.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
MARKLETON
SANAT0RIUH


Skillful Medical Service,
Invigoratins Mountain Air,
Pure Waters,
Scenery Unsurpassed in America.
Only three hours ride cast from
Pittsburg, in the Allegheny noun
tains.
Open all the year, under the medical con
troll of Or. h. .. trOssman, graduate of Uni
vcrsity of Vermont, assisted by siillful ply
scians. Appointments OF the most approved
kinds, and trst-class in cVcry rcsDcct
Treatment by medicines and baths of all
kinds, massage and electricity. Hot. and
cold. salt Turkish. Roman. SitZ electro
thermal. electrO-chcmicai and needle baths.
Building heated with hot water lighted by
electricity, supplied with pure mountain
water. surrounded by quiet rcstful noun
tain scenery. Located on Pittsburg division
OF y. & o. Il. r.. which connects il with the
principal cities and their railroad systems:
also with the Penusy lyania railroad at
Hyndmau, Johnstowu, COunelsville, Brad
dock. Terms reasonable. Special rates for
ministers. missionaries. teachers physicians
and their families
For further information and circulars
address
TIiG aARKLhT0N SANATGRIUM CO.,
Markleton, Somerset Co. Pa.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
PRECIOUS STONES.

All precious stones are purified by a
bath in honey, according to an old
idea. Many curious notions are cur
rent in regard TO gems.
1t is said that the agate quenches
thirst, and if put into the mouth allays
fever.
Amber is a cure for sore throats and
glandular swellings.
Cats eye is a charm against witch
craft,
Coral is talisman against thunder
ind evils by flood and field.
Diamonds produce somnambulism
and spiritual ecstasy.
Emeralds, friendship and constancy
Garnets preserve health and joy.
The onyx is apt to cause terror to the
wearer as well as ugly dreams.
Opals are fatal TO love and bring dis
cord to giver and receiver.
Sapphires impel the wearer to all
good works,
The topaz is said to be preventive
to lung troubles and imparts strength
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
DEVIOUS DEFIN TIONS.

Divorce-The cold lunch that follows
loves banquet.
Humility-The uniform worn by hyp-
ocrites on dress parade.
Whistling-The transformation of a
popular air into an i'll wind.
Abuse-The penalty an eminent man
is compelled to pay the public.
Love-Something that makes the
heart fiutter and the tongue fiatter.
Critic-A man who can see no merit
in anything he doesn't do himself
Anxiety-The cause of more brain
trouble than anything else except love.
Logician-An individual who can fig
ure out anything to his own satisfac-
ton.
Language used by law
yers to conceal the thoughts of their
clients.
Timetable-The one you acquire by
paying for it on the weekly installment
plan.-Chicago News.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
IRONICAL IFS.

If you don't keep a secret it's nc
longer a secret.
If you can't have what you like try
to like what you have.
If we could neither laugh nor cry
life would not be worth living.
If a man would get along smoothly
he should do his level best.
If you trust to luck for happiness
you'll be in luck when you get it.
If man has common sense he sell
dom makes use of it in a love affair.
If a man ever INDUCES in mature de-
liberation it's when he has a note to
meet.
If the day breaks before you get up
you should not expect to find the whole
day before you.
If you think you resemble a great
man say nothing. The resemblance
may cease the moment you open your
mouth.-Chicago News.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
a FAIR FACE MAY PROVE A FOUL BAR
GAM" MARRY A PLAIN GIRL If SHE USES
SAPOL. l. 20

PROFESSIONAL CARDS.
| NEWTON BLACK,
| " ATTORNEY At LAW
Office on South DiamondsStreet.
| III. ArroRNEY At LAW.
Office in Mi chell building.
| ~ ATToRNEY.AT LAW.
Office with Newton Black, Esq. South
Diamond Street.
| COULTER & BAKER,
y ATTORNEYS Al LAW.
Room B., Armory buildlna.
JOHN w. COULTER.
81 ATTORNEY-AT-LAW.
Wise building, n. Diamond ST., Butler
Special attention given to collections
and business matters.
Reference: Butler Savings Bank, OF
Butler County National Bank
! B. BkEPiA 94ToRnsv At LAW.
office on Main St. near Court House.
A. r,BLAcK; A4rossrv At LAW.
Room J.--Armory building.
I NJ. PAINTER,
J. ATTORNEY AT LAW.
Office between Postoffice and Diamond
n FL. McQUISTION,
v. CIVIL. ENGINEER AND SURVEYOR,
Office near Court House.
nR. c. ATWELL,
IL Office 100 w. Diamond St, Dr
Graham's old Office.
Hours 7 to a. H. and to and 7 to
S p. III.
w H. BROWN,
w Homeopathic PHYSICIAN AND
SURGEON.
Office 236 S. Main St, opp. p. o.
Night calls at Office.
CAMUEL NJ. BIPPUS,
y PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
POO West Cunningham ST.
7 BLACK,
l., PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.
New Troutman Building, Butler Pa.
N NJ. ZIMMERMAN
u, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
Office No. IS, s. Main street, over City
Pharmacy.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
WHY?

Why isn't the shepherds crook a
ram-rod?
Why isn't the carrier pigeon a feath-
er-duster?
Why isn't the detectives salary al
ways spot cash?
Why hasn't there been pay-meant if
a man meant to pay?
Why isn't the average dime novel a
sort of blood relation?
Why isn't it milk-shake when the
milkman forgets to call?
Why isn't the leaden hour entitled to
the heavyweight championship?
Why is it We seldom see family
enter at a door labeled Family En-
trance?"
Why doesn't some enterprising cigar
ette manufacturer give away a fresh
lung with each package Chicago
News
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25

~ NJ. ZIMMERMAN
VI. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
Office No. IS, S. Main street, over City
Pharmacy.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25
II MCALPIN.

u MCALPIN,
- DENTIST,
Now permanently i'll Bickel Building,
with a reliable assistant and facilities
for best and prompt work.
Peoples Phone for Drs. V. or J. Nc
Alpin-House No. $50; Office No. $40.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25

There is a tremendous demand for
Hoods Sarsaparilla this spring. 1t S
Natures Spring Medicine.
a great manufacturing concern of
Dayton, O., has notified it's employees
that henceforth preference will be given
to young applicants for employment
who have had kindergarten training
and after 1915 no applications for en-
ployment will be considered unless the
applicant has had Kindergarten train
ing. The company has conducted
kindergartens for the benefit of chill
dren OF their employees fora number Of
years and has observed the results
The educational classes and other
enterprises which have been carried on
for the benefit of the employees has
resulted, in six years, in completely
Transforming 4 poor factory suburb into
pretty residence district If corpor-
ations would emulate the Dayton ex-
pertinent, they would find that in few
years all the money they had invested
was returned to them 1t does not
need a statesman TO see that social dis
orders which are liable to cost so much
in the end can be cured at the root by
properly educating the less fortunate
citizen.-Sci. Am
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1899-05-25

There is a tremendous demand fol
Hoods Sarsaparilla this spring. It's
Natures Spring Medicine.