davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
A Modern Translation.

A young French woman here in
town is teaching the rudiments of her
native language to class of women
far past the school age. They have adj
vanced so far that now they are read
ing the New Testament in French.
They haven't read much of 1t. and at
the last lesson 1t was Mrs, Blanks
turn to read that beautiful verse
which in the English version begins
"In my Fathers house are many man
sions." Mrs. Blank read it over in her
best accent. 1t ends, in the French, l
believe with the word "demeures."
"Will you kindly translate 1t, piease2'
said the teacher. "Oh, certainly" an
swered Mrs. Blank. IL don't quite
remember how It goes in the English
Testament, but I'll just put 1t into the
best English | can" And then the
astonished class gasped, while Mrs.
Blank read off, as glibly as you please:
I'm my Fathers mansion are many
flats. Washington Post.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

the sailors should say: "Why, captain,
what do you mean? Throw over all
the cargo?" "Oh," says the captain.
I'VE have peck OF chaff that has got
into this 5000 bushels OF wheat, and
the only way to get rid of the chaff
Is to throw all the wheat overheard"
Now, that Is great deal wiser than
the talk of many Christians who want
to thr, overheard all the thousands
and tens OF thousands of souls who
are the subjects of revivals. Throw
all overheard because they are brought
into the kingdom of God through
great revivals. because there is peck
of chan, quart of char. pint of
chaf! / say, let them stay until the
last day. The Lord will divide the
chaff from the wheat
There Is one storm into which We
will all have to run. The moment
when We let so OF this world and try
to take hold of the next, we will want
all the grace possible. Yonder see a
Christian soul rocking on the surges
OF death. All the powers of darkness
seem let out against that soul-the
swirling wave, the thunder Of the sky,
the shrek of the wind. all seem to
unite together. But that soul Is not
troubled. There Is no signing, there
are no tears: plenty OF tears in the
room at the departure. but he weeps
no tears-calm, satisfied and peace
full: all is well. BY the flash of the
storm you see tho harbor just ahead
and you are making for that harbor
All shall be well. Jesus being our pi-
lot.
Into the harbor OF heaven now we
glide;
We're home at last. home at last.
Softly we drift on the bright, sllv'ry
tide;
We're home at last.
Glory to God, all our dangers are DER;
We stand secure on the glorlfled
shore!
Glory to God, we will shout evermore
We're home at last"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
GENERAL SPORTING.
CURRENT EVENTS IN VARIOUS
FIELDS.
Harry vardon to Come In July English
Golf Champion to Play Three Days ON
Midlothian Links Near Chicago-Jef-

The first match in which Harry Var
don will participate on his return to
this country from England Will be
held on the links of the Midlothian
Country club at Blue Island. near Chi
cago, where he has been engaged to
give a three days exhibition July 10,
IL and IL. The English champion will
come directly to Chicago upon his arriv-
al and several of the local clubs have
already made overtures to have him
play exhibition matches over their
links. Willie Smith. the American
champion and Midlothian professional
instructor, will play thirty-six hole
match with Vardon during his visit to
Midlothian. Smith was defeated dur
ing the winter on the links OF the
Country club at st. Augustine, Fla,
by the English champion in a thirty
six hole match, by score OF 2 UP and
to play. His familiarity with the
R,ue Island course, It is thought, will
be great advantage to him and a
close match is expected. On the other
days Vardon will be pitted against the
best ball of two Of the leading pro-
fessionals.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Hens Stay at Home Now.

Elgin Qll.) correspondence Chicago
Inter Ocean: An Elgin man who was
greatly annoyed by his neighbours hens
and disliked to kill the fowls. which
scratched his garden, hit upon novel
and efficacious remedy. He took a
packing case, covered the bottom with
straw, cut a hole large enough to
admit a ,hen, and placed the case in a
quiet part of his garden. In few
mornings the neighbour complained
that some one was stealing eggs, but
when the case owner showed Is eggs
as result of one mornings harvest
he took the hint and the fowls were
kept at home.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
TIED OWN NUPTIAL KNOT.
Pennsylvania Justice Acted as CeIebran,
at His Own Wedding.

Pennsylvania Justice Acted as CeIebrant
at His Own Wedding.
Ira earle OF Kingston, Pa, Is an old
time justice of the peace who takes a
somewhat liberal view of his own
magisterial powers. He is somewhat
advanced In years and some eleven
years ago, when three score and four
teen and widower. felt the need of
some tender spirit to share his trou-
bles and add to the enjoyments of his
existence. Casting about him, his eyes
fell upon a comedy widow Of IS, whom
he wooed with all the ardor of swain
OF one-fourth his years. He was not
long in winning her consent to q mar
riage, but, being of an economical
turn, he hesitated about paying the
fee that would be exacted by clergy
man or brother magistrate. He con-
suited his law library, consisting of the
revised statutes of the keystone state.
and could not find therein any inter
diction OF lawfully qualified justice
of the peace performing the wedding
ceremony. His bride-elect was equally
oblivious of the proprieties and accord
ingly it was done. Now comes Mrs.
earle into court and asks for legal
separation from the squire on the
ground of cruel treatment. Called
upon to testify the aggrieved woman
said .4e marriage ceremony was per-
formed by Squire earle himself, and
that there were no witnesses present.
She said the squire told her such a
marriage was all right under the laws
of Pennsylvania and that there was no
other ceremony. Some old letters were
shown to show that she had written to
him as his wife even before the strange
ceremony of of 1898. One was written
in 1892 to the squire In which she
signed herself his beloved wife. In
describing the marriage ceremony the
woman said he read from a Bible,
asked her II she would be his wife, and
she consented, believing the ceremony
valid. Now, the squire declares that
the ceremony was a farce. but the
court was of the opinion that 1t would
be good law He refused to pass def
nitely upon the matter, however, and
the case will be taken to higher
court.-Chicago Chronicle.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Ruskip's Fearless Criticism.

John Ruskin was fearless critic,
and made many enemies by his radical
views, says the Indianapolis News. He
never considered the man or the friend
in his criticisms. 1t was the work it.
self that concerned him. He once
criticised, in his fearless way, the
work of a well-known painter, who
was much grieved at the effect. On
hearing of the sorrow he had caused
he wrote to the artist that he regretted
he could not speak more favorably OF
the picture, but hoped 1t would make
no difference in their friendship. 1t Is
said the artist wrote in reply: Dear
Ruskin: Next time l meet you shall
knock you down. but / hope 1t will
make no difference in our friendship"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
JOAN'S
INDIFFERENCE.

Ruth. Ruth. It's important; want
YOU" from the further side Of my
door.
| had resolved to devote the morn
ing to study, but, mother being on the
continent, / felt certain responsible
fty for my beautiful younger sister.
The important" decided me.
What is it?" l asked, as she entered
the room.
You'll never guess. Lord Avon.
mouth has proposed"
But you haven't accepted him."
asked, fearful that inexperienced Joan
should trust her life to the man with
the worst reputation in the county.
why not?"
"You don't know anything about
him!"
Don't I? He's the most charming
man | ever met, and I certainly said
yes"
What will mother say?" asked,
as Joan, not at all discounted at my
cool reception of her news, left the
room, humming the refrain Of a
song
Perplexed with the situation that
had suddenly arisen. l went down
stairs to find our old friend and neigh
Dor, Jack Villiers, of whose presence
the exigencies of the diplomatic serv-
ice, to which he belonged, would soon
deprive us. I told him OF my trouble,
and ended by asking his advice.
Ten minutes later he said:
This is my idea. Joan is impress
sionable. I have an old friend in town
who has rare knack of fascinating
girls; I'll get him down for a weeks
shoot. If he devotes his time to Joan
it may destroy her inclination for
Avonmouth."
The plan seemed feasible. prayed
that Joan's affections would be divert
ed from their Objectionable object.
Two days later l received a note
from Jack saying that his friend had
accepted the invitation and was COM
ing today.
When / descended about luncheon
time, Jack and his friend were the
only occupants of the drawing room.
Let me introduce you to my old
friend, Claud Blackwood," said Jack.
/ gave my hand mechanically. My
thoughts were concerned with Joan's
future.
Later noticed that he had fine eyes
and there was plenty of him, but all
the same was disappointed. Perhaps
/ expected too much.
Soon Lord Avonmouth and Joan
strolled in from the garden, and, after
the usual commonplace, we went in
to luncheon. Before half an hour had
passed | discovered that Capt. Black
wood fascinated me, and to such an
extent that l almost forgot my fears
with regard to Joan. She, too, seemed
interested. Her white muslin dress
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

that would supervene when he had
gone.
At last the moment of the dreaded
day arrived when we were to say good
by.
He stood before me. could not look
at him.
Ruth"
"Good-by!" whispered.
Not good-by. Never good-by."
"Why?" / timidly whispered.
Il love you, love you" Then,
after a pause, Have you no word for
me?"
Duty to Joan alone restrained me
from throwing my arms about his
neck.
Have you no word for me?"
could not speak. only shook my
head.
When I next had consciousness Of
things he was gone.
where's RUTH" cried voice.
1t was Joan's. dried my eyes
and summoned the ghost of smile.
Here she isl" cried Jacks voice.
They entered together.
'Why didn't you come with us to
the station? Capt. Blackwood was in
such bad temper we left him before
the train started" said Joan.
"a good job, too" from Jack.
"Jack!" from Joan.
st is. Joan and / are engaged.
should never have asked If we hadn't
found ourselves alone on the way"
"What?" I gasped.
For answer Joan took Jacks hand
in hers.
What about Lord Avonmouth?" /
asked, when few moments later Joan
and | were alone together.
IT hate him. I always loved Jack,
and knew he loved me, but he would
mt speak l pretended to care for Lord
Avonmouth, as Jack was going away,
and-what is the matter, RUTH"
had no time and less inclination to
explain. seized hat and hurried
toward the station.
Half way there paused for breath.
The warning whistle of train SEEM
ed to stab my heart.
Come back, come back, my Lowell"
I cried.
| For answer cloud of white smoke
that told me Of the departure of the
man l loved. All the same / pressed
on Arrived at the station I almost
| fell into the arms of the stationmas-
| ter, who prided himself on the flowers
that decorated his station.
Whats happened, miss?'
81 want gentleman, but he's gone.
There's a lunatic here, il that's
| him, miss"
My attention was drawn to knot OF
of officials who were watching tall,
well-built man who was viciously
striking the heads from the flowers
with a walking cane.
"a lunatic," l gasped.
"Well, miss, he drove for certain
train, but didn't go by it. Ever since
he's been spelling my flowers, and he
looked so savage none of us liked to
| interfere.
At that moment the lunatic caught
my eyes.
He approached.
1t was the man loved.
"You!"
Eyes, dear"
Our eyes said all that was left un-
spoken.-Mainly About People.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Jefrries, Enther Prnys for Ills Son.

Rev. A. c. Jeffries father of the
champion pugilist, is praying that his
burly son may soon see the error of his
ways. A minister from the home or
Jeffries' father is quoted as follows:
Brother JeffIies is deeply grieved
at the course his son Is pursuing. or
course when James was matched to
fight Fitzsimmons his father was
greatly perturbed, but the newspapers,
! am sure. colored what he Is alleged
to have said in reference to his pray
ing for James victory over Robert
Fitzslmmons. / had long talk with
Brother Jeffries shortly before he left
for Portland. He sincerely hopes that
some day before long some little spider
OF fellow may give James good
whipping, and that then the bad boy
may desert the evil prize ring"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Model OF the Maine.

Rear-Admiral John w. Philip. COM
mandant of the Brooklyn navy yard,
has consented to take charge of the
fund to be raised among the sailors
and marines of the United States navy
for the purpose OF having silver
model made of the United States bat
tleship Maine. This model Is to be
presented to Miss Helen Gould. The
model Of the Maine will cost about
$4,000. Considerable money has al
ready been raised. The plan is to col
lect 10 cents from every sailor and ma
rine in the navy. AS there are about
$4,000 enlisted men, the amount Is
PRACTICABLE assured
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

John A. Blaurock has resigned the
presidency OF the N. G. A. and he has
been succeeded by George Cooke. pres
ident of the Harlem Wheelmen. This
change has been expected for some
time. Mr.. Blaurock Is busy man ana
he found that he could not give the
N. G. A. the attention II deserved. SO
he stepped down to make room for
man who can look after all the "details
of the Office.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Whistler Matched Him,

A Colorado millionaire, who is get
ting up an art gallery, went to Whist
ler's studio. in the Rue du Bac. He
glanced casually at the pictures on
the symphonies" in rose and
gold, in blue and gray. in brown and
green. How much for the lotg' he
asked, with the confidence of one who
owns gold mines. -Four millions"
said Whistler. WHAT" my post
humous prices" And the painter
added. Good morning. Paris Letter
in Saturday Evening Post.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
To Fight tho Magnates.

The is little doubt that the Ma
tional League and Class A League
players will organize to fight oppres-
sion and injustice. and II Is reported
that each member Of every National
League club is subscribing S. monthly
into fund to be paid into the treas
ury of a union to be formed this fall.
The only way to secure fair treatment
is to fight the magnates with their
own weapons, meeting secret organi-
zation with counter secret organiza-
ton.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Rnrs Caused Fire Alarm.

Trenton IN. j. correspondence New
York Herald: A cloud of bugs was
responsible for the calling out Of the
Trenton fire department last night.
The bugs were gathered around the
steeple OF the Fourth Presbyterian
church in such numbers and at such
a distance from the ground that pas
serby mistook them for smoke and
sent in an alarm. When the fire de-
partment arrived Chief Allen, with
the aid OF field glass, discovered the
mistake and the fire companies re-.
turned TO their houses.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
.u,omob,,e weighing Fourteen Tons.

A wealthy Australian owns what Is
said to be the heaviest automobile In
the world. 1t weighs fourteen tons
and Is run by gasoline motor OF
seventy-nve horse power. This enor-
nous vehicle, which Is capable OF a
speed when needed OF eight miles an
hour, is employed to carry freight to
and from a gold mine situated 372
miles In the interior of the country. :
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

started that season playing left field
for 1t, was brought into the infield.
and started in his great career. A
singular coincidence Is that in 1888
Tom Lotus. now Chicago's manager.
was at the head of the Western AS
ISOLATION team in St. Louis. while
Charlie Comiskey managed the st.
Louis Browns. Now Lotus is in
charge of the league team at Chicago.
while Comiskey manages the Windy
City's American League team.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Largest Building In the world.

1t is difficult to say with certainty
whoa is the largest building In the
world This distinction probably be-
longs to the Vatican Palace In Rome.
which, however. Is not single build
ing but vast series Of constructions.
This occupies a space of 1.151 by 1877
feet and is said to contain 1000
lis, chapels, etc.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
An Old.TIme Fighter.

Prof. Mike Donovan is an old-time
tighter whom none OF the crop of pu-
gilists OF the present day can make u
monkey Of. When Jack Dempsey was
in his prime Donovan fought him for
six rounas and surprised the Nonpareil
as no one else excepting Bob Fitzsim-
mons ever succeeded in doing. He also
bested Dominick McCaffery. who Ia
one of the cleverest men of his weight
the modern school has ever produced.
McAnhHe's ,successor. Kid Lavinge.
was not his eadal as boxer. hug
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

decorated with red rose at her waist,
showed off to advantage her rich,
young beauty.
After lunch, while Joan and I wait.
ed the men in the rose garden, was
strangely silent. / had only thought
for Jacks friend.
When the, men had been with us
some few minutes Jack Unanswered so
that Capt. Blackwood and Joan stroll
ed off to inspect ssome ruins at the
farther end of the park.
"Well contrived," whispered Jack,
as they disappeared from our sight.
We'll contrived!" echoed absently
The next morning we assembled for
a ride previously arranged. Jack again
managed that Capt. Blackwood ac-
companied Joan.
Though the knowledge that he left
my side reluctantly gave me intense
secret pleasure, found myself sur
rendering to desire for isolation; and
soon was alone with the softly whis-
pering trees. Their sadness had never
seemed so attuned to my mood before.
Horses hoofs, beating of my heart,
and Jacks friend drew rein beside me.
The whispering of the trees was so
beautiful / wondered had not noticed
it before.
He old not speak. summoned cour-
age to glance at his face-only for a
moment.
81 think we had better find the 9TH
ers," I said. Il want to speak to
Jack"
Have I offended your"
He never knew the effort 1t cost me
me Of my self-imposed duty to Joan.
Ten minutes later Jack was beside
me.
"Blackwood said you wanted me-"
81 want him to give all his time to
Joan. Have you forgotten our COM
pact?"
He was so confused that / said to
him. whats the matter?" Then as
he did not answer, Surely you can tell
me-" said.
II love Joan, have always loved her,
and you know It's hopeless, hopeless.
hopeless.
I did not contradict him.
A week passed, and Capt. Blackwood
happily was still among us. Our
scheme, as far as Joan was concerned,
had answered admirably. She had
been so distant to Lord Avonmouth
that he had betaken himself to Paris.
But I had saved Joan by compromising
my life's happiness. loved Captain
Blackwood, and feared with great
fear the day on which he would take
his imminent departure.
While he was near could be almost
happy. But knew the blackness
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Time. Queer MhIrlIrir,

The last time Chicago had repre-
sentation in minor league was in
1888, when 1t had a team In the West
ern Association. which is now the
American League. Herman Loni
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Young Critic demonstrated to him that
there were men In his class who are
fully as skillful as he. Prof. Donovan
Is now the instructor of the New York
Athletic club and Is IN daily practice
with the gloves.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Champion Rrnnd Jumncr.

Meyer Pristein, OF Syracuse, is the
champion broad jumper OF the world.
lie established his right to this title at
the annual relay meet OF the univer-
sity of Pennsylvania, which was held
in Philadelphia recently. He jumped
"a feet, Ia inches, breaking the
worlds record Of "a feet. Az inches,
held by A. c. Kraenzlein, of Philadel-
phia. Two years ago Prinstein entered
the broad jump contest at Philadel-
phia. He made 20 feet, III inches
then and won the championship. Last
year he was defeated by Kraenzlein
and after that 1t was claimed that he
had lost form. He said nothing but
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
TALMAGE'S SERMON.
AN INCIDENT IN THE LIFE OF
OUR SAVIOR.

Tho Path of Least Resistance Is the
Best One In Which to Perform Good
Works - Rough Places In LIES Jour
ney.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

yn
We A
~ y
u"
no
Is
Tx
~,
re
w
ily
no
ite
ell
|rl-
ar.
es'
fg-
ny
nc
M
,se.
he
iat
ne
ESQ ESQ
poi ,
M
pP-
,W.o
nis
!, ie.
ms
~
Is
-
&c
INC
me
70
oh-
mes
eX-
ing
ana
APP
Tor
Or
ay-.
aio
! Is Is
alo'
w 6
y gu
.no Z
' .
e;"n
iio y
ny
.oi
ing
~
'ne
: -
, ,ne
= L n,e
Dn nc.
nv
III,
W. -.
L. 3
tor 10
ONE Sns
-,
IN.
in
= 80
. 80
- 80
go, 60
80
-
81
~
have
are
initial
f,,llv
a
rtoxv
reas.
s,,ch
, are
;s ia
L..
= tih;ss
. u :.
= s'' ~ :
-
-
!. 'I ICY
evail |
Fality
pu !.
""Dro.s'
va il
ia J.
.tber
h.ra
. 10
. the
Ia co
ner-
the
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

--.-
he
he
lic
1t.
hg
. lie
yn
| We
liz
| nd
no.
| is
| rk
by
| ere
|tIl-
lily
| no.
TX
| ite
! ed
| ell
bril-
u
| IDS
' es,
|tg-
| cry
The
Ite.
! ile
| lat
,le-
e So
,Ol
! md
oD-
| yvO
| his
! fe.
| his
in
'iitS
| is
rye
the
! Ile
| to
'OIl-
| mes
eX-
ing
Ind
n n
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

But there are great many good
people who get affrighted in other re-
spects. They are affrighted about re-
vivals. They say. 'Oh, this is strong
religious gale! We are afraid the
church Of God is going to be upset and
there are going to be a great many
people brought into the church that
are going to be of no use to It," And
they are affrighted whenever they see
a revival taking hold of the churches.
AS though a ship captain. with 5000
bushels of wheat for cargo, should
say some day, comAlg upon deck,
Throw overheard all the CARGO! and
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Id in
IS to
| and
raise
hem
Fiage
| 1t
| and
blSul1
have
tate.
hand
| are
|pital
fully
| G.
|rtoyv
|l'eaSs
such
Y are
lis is
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

ing
Ind
APP
for
or
Jay
baiCi
/ is
hell
|lit,y
hioi,
love
You
the
|at a
|C;lIl
hon
fly
tor
ling
i(ier
L of
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1900-04-03
BOER STORY OF FIGHTING.
Describe Two arrangements In
Which They Claim to Have
Benteu the british.

PRETORIA, March Sl.-There has been
heavy fighting between Brandfort and
Bloemfontein. The Wakkerstroom and
Ermelo commandos attacked 1000 Brit
ish and drove them back with heavy
losses
According TO the reports of the wound
ed who have arrived here lighting c.
CURED all along the line. The federal
troops held positions on the side and top
of the mountain while the British were
on the opposite side of the hill. The BRIT
ish charged repeatedly, but were repused
The latest reports say that the federals
were more than holding their own, but
the final result of the fighting is not
known.
The federal loss was nine killed and
wounded. Reports from Brandfort re-
ceived later state that 1900 fedcrais at
tackled 5000 British successfully, but that
1900 British reinforcements arrived aud
the federals were compelled to retire,
after Furnishing the British severely.
The federal loss. according to these re.
ports, was slight.