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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

The Chinese are remarkably fond of
the drama, and consequently every
village has its stage. In this way
the people are educated in the past his
tory OF the nation. The stage arrange
ments are about on a par with those
winch existed in England at the time
OF shakespeare. There is no seem
cry, and, consequently, the success of
piece depends entirely on the acting
winch Is remarkably good. Actresses
90 not exist in China. for since. some
centuries ago, an emperor married an
actress they have not been allowed
Women's parts are taken by bows. who
excel in their limitations of women's
voices, gait and general department
Perhaps it is their theatrical represen-
tations which render Cinnamon so
content with rural life. At any rate
instead of crowding into towns from
the country, they are happy to work
on the land, which supplies them with
all that is needful for food and cloth
ing. There are no native factories,
industries being still in the cottage
stage, and agriculture employs more
people than any sort of trade.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
SENATOR G.. F. HOAR.
HE IS A MUCH TALKED OF MAN
JUST NOW.
Has Served Thirty Years In Congress and
Is Noted For His Ability, GentIeness
ton.

No name is more frequently seen in
the newspapers these days than that
of Senator George +. Hoar, of Massa-
chusetts. He has for years been a
leader of the Republican party and
though man of fearless expression,
has generally been in accord with his
party, but from the beginning he has
opposed the Philippine policy, on the
ground that it is unjust and contrary
TO the principles of the American con-
stitution as he interprets it.
Senator Hoar is one of the oldest
members of the senate. He has spent
the last 80 years of his life in congress
and has always eXerted a commanding
influence. He is regarded as the ablest
lawyer and the most profound scholar
in the upper house. Senator Hoar is
13 years of age. He was born at his
toric Concord, Mass, and graduated
from Harvard College at the age Of 20.
After being admitted to the bar he be-
gan the practice of law at Worcester
and soon ranked as leader in his pro-
fession. Naturally he took an interest
in politics and the Republicans made
him city solicitor. Next they sent him
to the legislature. In 1868 he was
elected to congress and served four
terms, during which he made reputa-
ton for craftsmanship which gave him
place on the Hayes electoral commits
sion. In 1877 he succeeded George S.
Boutwell, in the senate, and has since
been a fixture there. He is chairman
Of the judiciary committee.
Senator Hoar's personality Is in
teresting. He is one of the most kind
and generous Of men. His lack OF
familiarity with even old acquaint-
ances, often attributed to GOODNESS and
austerity, Is owing to natural shy
ness which has chung to him through
life. The extent Of his willingness to
oblige friends is unlimited. He has abb
solutely no reserve due to pride, vanity
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
WISDOM OE A XIZIER.
Looked the Matter Over and Hsnged
Them All.

Abdullah the vizier was bored. He
sat on a mighty heap of embroidered
cushions and frowned at the black and
white squares of the tessellated court
and the perfumed fountain in its CEN
ter. Summon my three wise men,"
said Abdullah, and the three wise men
stood before him. Speak, son of wis
DOM" said the vizier to the eldest or
the wise men, "and tell me why |
am weary of the world" And the first
wise man smoothed his silvery beard
with his long thin hand and spoke: 20
Father of the Fatherless! o wisest OF
all wise men in this wisest country of
the world! that thou art bored is but
a dispensation of Providence, for so
wise art thou that none may grasp the
reason of thy boredom" And Abdul
lah frowned and made sign, and the
eldest of the three wise men was taken
from Abdullah's presence and hanged
upon the nearest sycamore. And the
second wise man was summoned be-
fore Abdullah, and in answer to the
vizier's question he who was known as
the Reader of the Moon opened his
mouth and spake: TOO wise art thou,
o Father of the Faithful; thou canst
not be but bored, for to thy wisdom
must all things seem foolish" And
Abdullah made a sign, and the second
wise man was hanged beside the first
Then. trembling and afeared, stepped
forward the third and last of the wise
men. Wrinkled was he as pome-
granate wetted by the rain and shriv-
eled by the morning sun. He waited
not for the question of the vizier, but
raising his voice he cried in shrili
tones: 20 vizier, the reason OF thy
boredom is not so far to seek. This
world is wide, and thou, o vizier, hast
eyes, and hands, and feet, and senses,
even as other men. Thou art fool, o
vizier, therefore art thou bored and
weary of the world" And Abdullah
laughed hearty laugh and raised him
up off his cushions. Truth hast thou
spoken" said the vizier. land the 9TH
ers lied knowing that they spake not
the truth. Therefore shalt thou not be
hanged as were they, but shalt lose thy
head at the hands of Ali the Execu-
TONER" And it was done even as Abb
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
ANGLEWORM'S MANY EYES.
He Has Anywhere Up 10 500, All
Along II 5 Body.

AIMS ~ ''ouS'
The common angleworm. which from
its desirability as bait presents such
strong claims to the regard of the
small boy, and which, from DarWin's
account Of it's usefulness, is entitled to
the respect OF all, is very quick to per-
ceive light. For a long time it was
thought the worms became aware OF
the approach of an enemy by the jar
ring OF the ground alone; then some
one who went to get worms in the
dark found that, ii he stood perfectly
still, the worms would still try to hide
as soon as the light from his lantern
fell upon them. Careful search with
the microscope revealed the fact that
most WORMS have small organs that
serve for eyes all over their skin
These rudimentary eyes are merely
pits sunkon in the epidermis, and COW
cred with a bit of thickened cuticle,
which, being nearly transparent, serve
as a kind of lens for concentrating
the rays of light on these spots, just
as a sun glass held in the sunlight
will bring the light rays to one spot
on a paper held under it. The pit
forming the so-called eye is lined with
cells that have little pigment under
them and are connected with the brain
with a nerve, just as our own eyes
are. Sometimes there are large num-
Der of cells in one of these eyes. but
they vary, and there may be only a
few cells, or even one cell may serve
tie purpose. When there is only one
cell, part of it is formed into some
thing like lens, that will reflect the
light just as the large lenses do What
the worm lacks in the complicated
structure of its eyes is made up in
number. They are so small that it is
not easy to estimate how many there
are, but as many as 500 have been
counted in one worm, and it is quite
possible that some of them were over
looked even at that.-Vick's Magazine.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

or even aristocracy of family. He
would talk to a street laborer in over
alls as respectfully as to the president
of the United States. His charities are
transformations indeed, his paying for
the education of two young colored
men, as a recent instance, was known
not even to all his relatives He is not
rich His scrupulous regard for hon
orable dealings in his public office is
widely known. A few years ago, in
railroad trip from New York to Wash
ington. he occupied a seat with one of
the great railroad managers. When
the conductor came along Senator
Hoar presented the regulation ticket
to be punched. to the surprise Of his
companion, who promised to send him
a pass at once. The pass was sent, but
returned to the giver with a note Of
thanks.
If Senator Hoar had magnetic and
graceful presence and the voice Of
Webster, he would be without rival
in congress. Neither his voice nor his
manner of delivery is impressive. The
wit of the man is deep and searching.
If one were to specify that quality of
the senior senator which endears him
to the old members of his party and
compels the admiration and deep sym
pathy of the young men, he would
name his humor. His wit is never
boisterous nor comic nor that of a
buffoon, but delicate and clean. found
ed on standard comparisons and last
ing beyond the fleeing moment.
Senator Hoar has a wonderful mem
DRY. He can recall Cicero from mem
DRY by the page. He is extremely fond
of history, and hardly a man in the
country is more extensively or more
accurately informed On the political
history of the country. He can give
names and dates and quotations from
standard authors off-hand with won
derful facility. Senator Hoar has many
times been honored by universities and
associations of scholars. He has been
an overseer of Harvard, is president of
its alumni president of several an
tiquarian, historical and geographical
societies, and academies. William
and Mary, Amherst. Yale and Harvard
ALI conferred degrees uDOn him
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

bring him reports, which constantly
grew more alarming.
Then Captain Wilson entered, but
the cordially with which he usually
treated young Harrison had given
place to cold formality; he bowed as
II he were saluting stranger.
i wished to inform you that I am
going to the city to report the cap
ture," he said, distantly. IAN escort
will be sent for the prisoner; until
then he must remain at Springfield. !"
Edward did not appear to notice the
Icy GOODNESS in the tone and manner
OF his former friend, and answered
quietly, as if the point in question
were a matter of the utmost indiffer-
ence:
Have no anxiety. I'll see that the
spy doesn't escape u.s.
Il am positive that Lieutenant Ro-
land is not spy" replied Wilson
with marked emphasis. What brought
him here is perfectly apparent, and
| shall make my opinion as emphatic
as possible at the court martial"
Ito be continued.)
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

and II you give me your word Of
honor to make no attempt to fly"
No! ! yield 10 force, but to that
alone
hen cannot leave you in Miss
tlarrison's society. but must provide
q more secure prison"
Which you will doubtless find IN
Springfield" said William. with IN
outbnrst Of resentment. II was pre
pared for everything when | risked
the ride here, except treachery in
the house in which | was called son. "
You are right Mr.. Roland" The
captain raised his voice so loud that
q person on the other side Of the clos
ed door could not fail to hear ii. But
do not address your reproaches to me.
did what | was forced to do. l do
not believe in treachery, and | regret
that You have fallen a victim 10 it."
Ny words do not apply to you.
know the traitor-and now will ask
only moment longer"
He went to his fiance and bent over
her, but just at that moment a side
door was hastily flung open and
Ralph rushed in.
Miss Florence master is asking for
You. He has suddenly grown worse.
We are afraid the end is near"
Florence had hitherto found It diff
ticuk to sustain herself. This last
blow threatened to crush her. She
tottered and would have fallen had
not William clasped her in his arms.
Il cannot got" she murmured des-
pairingly. Not at this moment! Will
liam, What will become of your"
Lieutenant Roland is my prisoner
and under my protection" said Will
son, with marked emphasis Have no
anxiety for him. will answer for
his safety so long as he remains in
Springfield"
Go TO your father" said William.
pushing the trembling girl with gem
tie violence toward the door. You
hear? No harm will befall me. and
your place is there. Courage. my poor
Florence! cannot be with you in
this trying hour, but, at least you
know that am near So be reso-
lutte"
He gave her to Ralph. who drew
the half-senseiess girl away with him,
and then went back to the captain.
If you wish to go to the sick
ROOM said the latter. in a low tone,
4 will not prevent you"
William made gesture Of refusal.
NO. After what has passed be-
tween me and the sick man, my pres
eEce could not help exerting bad in
fuence upon him. He has no suspic-
ion that | am here; let him remain
ignorant of it. l thank you for your
consideration, sir. Let us CO."
The servants. at the captains or
Ger. had left their posts at the doors.
but stood whispering together with
troubled faces. Ralph had betrayed
that the officer under arrest was Miss
Florences lover. And it had happen
ed in her own house! True, the mas
ISE VI TIE MUSE Hdu Hdu ~ She'AS -
it; they all knew now that he was
dying.
Edward Harrison, pacing up and
down the drawing-room alone, with a
cloud upon his brow, knew it also.
The end so long expected was coming
more quickly than had been supposed.
The physician had given the sick man
days, and now, at the utmost. there
were only hours. Yet Edward had
not courage to enter the apartment
where Florence was, and had Ralph
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
The War In south Africa.

has demonstrated the great foresight
OF the Beers, in availing themselves oil
all the opportunities in times of peace
to prepare for war. Similar foresight
should lead you to improve the oppor-
tunity of securing better farms than
theirs in this country. They are on
line Of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St
Paul railway in Marinette county, Wis
consin. where the crops are OF the best
work plenty, fine markets, excellent
climate, pure, soft water; land sold
cheap and on long time. Why rent a
farm when you can buy one for less
than you pay for rent? Address C. E.
Rollins. Land Agent, 161 La Sale ST.,
Chicago, Ill.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
Pneumatic Tubes for Postal Service

The pneumatic tube in the posta
service has been forcibly endorsed by
the action of Postmaster Van Colt o.
New York, who has asked for money
for its extension. All the mail matter
going out of the Grand Central station
is handled through one of these tubes
and 1t is estimated that about 500, 00C
pieces daily pass through this one con.
duit. The distance is three and one.
quarter miles, and the trip is made in
seven and one-half minutes. The car.
riers hold about 300 letters, and they
make total of 1000 trips per day.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

bling and deadly pale, anticipated
him. She rushed past him to Roland,
threw herself on his breast, and cling
ing to him frantically, exclaimed:
You must not, Militant There
are ten to one! You will be conquer
cd in the struggle! They will kill
YOU"
Let me go, Florence! Let me go.
say."
William was vainly striving to re-
lease himself, when Captain Wilson,
taking advantage of the favorable mo-
ment in which his enemy was defense
less in the arms that clasped him so
closely, with rapid movement
snatched the revolver. A cry of in
dignation escaped the young mans
lips. The next instant he had
wrenched himself free, but 1t was too
late. He stood defenseless.
Florence. what have you done?" he
cried in a tone of sharp reproach.
Saved you!" she passionately ex-
claimed. They would have killed
You here before my eyes,"
Calm yourself. Miss Harrison. .
said the captain. gravely. "Lieuten-
ant Roland will not be so mad as to
offer resistance now. Once more, sir,
yield. Spare us useless bloodshed. 1t
Is no disgrace to a soldier If he sub
mils to the inevitable, and | give you
my word that you have no dishonor-
Ing treatment to tear as a prisoner of
the Confederacy You viii be treated In
an honorable manner.
William bent his eyes goomily on
the floor He perceived the truth of
the words. Longer resistance would
have been madness and at the ut
most. brought only degrading treat
ment upon him. After brief, un-
comfortable pause, he turned to the
officer
Il am in your power. Dispose OF
me-"
Il will send news of your arrest to
the city. Meanwhile, remain here;
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

Within a year at most the great
Trans-Siberian railway will have been
completed and trains will be running
over the entire line, from st. Peters
burg to Vladiyostock and Port Arthur
on the Pacific. To the general public
this may seem bold statement; but
from observations | myself made on a
Journey during the past summer over
uncompleted portions of the line, and
from information given me by persons
perfectly familiar with the work. | feel
that it Is more than justified. The Rus
sian government will then be in easy
communication with the whole breadth
OF the Russian domain,a reach of near
ly 5000 miles, or more than twice the
distance from Boston to San Francisco.
and across an empire which ten years
ago the most imperative dispatches
could not traverse in less than half
year, loaded trains will be making the
Journey in ten days.-AleXander Hume
Ford, in McClure's.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
A Counter Proposition

A Memphis young lady who is very
fond of her sisters little child, a boy
of 2 or years, who is visiting her
now, was trying yesterday to get him
to let her FIX him up" to have his
photograph taken. She got her curl
ing tongs and was trying to coax him
to let her curl his hair. But with true
boyish disgust at the idea of having
his hair treated like a girls, he re-
fused to submit to the process. She
insisted, however. and offered him
every kind of bride, but in every in
stance he refused to allow her to do
what she wished, and finally, becom-
ing tired of her attempt to get him to
submit, he sat down, crossed his legs,
and looked up at her very seriously
and said: "Auntie, tell you what I'll
do. | won't take a dollar to let you
curl my hair, but I'll give you a dollar
If you just go away and let my hair
lone."-Memphis Scimitar.
Cold weather never contracts the
price Of coal
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08
ADMINISTER JOHN BARRETT.

John Barrett, former United States
minister to Siam, who charges Senator
Hoar with being responsible for the
Filipino rebellion, is a young man with
remarkable qualities. He is a native
of Grafton. Vt, and a graduate of Dart
mouth College, where he was distin-
guished as young man for his essays
on politics and economics. He travelled
extensively through Europe and Asia
and in 1894 was appointed minister to
Siam. He was then only q years DID,
but his wisdom was more than his
years. He studied the subject of Amer
lean trade with the Orient and found
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-03-08

she lacked the least comprehension II
the situation.
But William understood il better.
lie saw the Confederate uniform, and
with ii the danger mcnacing him. aud
slowly thrusting his hand into the
breast-pocKet of his coat. where he
carried his pistol he replied with cold
fcrmalty.
II shall be at your service. sir, as
soon as my conversation with Miss
Harrison is over. We have some i'm
portant matters TO discuss, 50 |
beg
Glance and tone plainly requested
the captain to retire, But instead Of
doing 50, he advanced close to the
young officer, saying i'll low tone
II wish to spare the lady. and hope
you viii aid me Lieutenant William
Roland
William started He perceived that
he was betrayed, and did not doubt a
moment the author of the treachery.
To deny his identity was impossible.
Only prompt action could be of ser
vice now. II he succeeded in reach
ing his horse, which was fastened a
few hundred PAGES from the house.
escape might yet be possible Has
tily retreating few steps, al the
same time drawing his revolver he
said in a loud. sharp tone:
We'll, what do you want with Lieu
tenant Roland?"
Florence uttered cry OF terror.
She too. now suddenly realized the
full extent of the peril, but the cap
tain remained unmoved, though the
pistol was aimed at him.
"Yield, Mr.. Roland" he said, quiet
~ Resistance would be vain. You
will not find your horse where you
left him, all the exits from the house
are guarded. and the servants have
orders 10 prevent your departure BY
force Convince yourself that flight
has become an impossiblity.
He pointed toward the terrace and
Williams eyes followed the gesture.
He really did see several figures
whose faces were unfamiliar 10 him.
and who certainly would not fail to
carry out the orders which they had
received
The preparations had evidently been
made with the greatest caution Ed
wards revenge was swift and sure.
II do not know you, sir said the
young officer slowly, without lower
ing his weapon or averting his eyes
from his enemy You, on the con-
trary. seem to be very well informed
concerning my personality. In that
case, you probably are also aware
that | am in the house of my future
father-in-law. and came solely to see
my betrothed bride. BY what right
do you attack me?''
Wilson shrugged his shoulders
by the same right which you would
exercise if an officer of the hostile
army should fall into your hands in
disguise. | am soldier and must
discharge my duty; it is not my bust
ness to inquire the motive that
brought you here. Will you surren-
der?"
so long as l carry a weapon, no!
However the struggle may end, the
first man who touches me l will shoot
down."
"Then you will force me to extreme
measures. The consequences must be
on your head"
The captain turned toward the ter
race, with the intention of summon
ing the men who were waiting there,
when Florence. who had stood trem-
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AANi L..
lhen, with this last thought burn
ing sense of shame filled the young Of
hcer's soul. The face of his Old com
mander suddenly rose wildly before
MIN. He saw his earnest gaze; heard
the warming words: IF Lieutenant Ro-
lahd mas not returned by eight o'clock
'hls evening, shall believe that he is
either dead or di3honored." And at
the same moment William felt that he
could not stand in his presence with a
nc OF an evasion on his lips; that he
must tell him the truth; and with this
thought the struggle was over.
lie released himself so hastily. so
abruptly. that the young girl almost
tottered back. His lips quivered, but
MS voice was as firm as when he made
the fateful promise.
Il cannot be dishonored man Flor
ehce, not even for the prize of your
mana II you fear Edward more than
you love me--if you have not the cour-
age to defend this love against him
why, must lose you will not break
my word of honor"
Florence had shrunk back. Her dark
eyes rested with a look of mingled sur
prise and anger upon the man whose
rigid sense Of duty she could not an
derstand. But ere she could frame an
answer, the door again opened, and a
stranger appeared ON the threshold. 1t
was young man in uniform who
paused a moment, scanning the pair
with hurried glance. then courteously
approached the lady.
Pardon this intrusion. Miss Harri-
son. Allow re to request a BRIEF prl-
waite Interview with this gentleman. |
nave some important W. for him.
Florence recognized Captain Wilson.
Edwards friend. whom She had seen
several times. She knew only too wen
what had brought him to Springfield
that day, but this sudden entrance
Into her drawing-room aroused the
utmost establishment For the moment