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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
Weight of women,s Brains.

The woman's brain is always less
than the mans. From Boyd'S figures
we can pick out 102 men and 113 wom-
en- between Ga inches and &C inches
high, averaging close on Go inches, for
each group. But the brains of the men
average 46.9 ounces, while those of the
women are only 41.9 ounces. which
gives the men an advantage of 10 per
cent. There are 81 small men whose
height averages 62 inches, and there
are 10 women of the same height. The
brains of the men weigh 456 ounces,
those of the women only 429 ounces
New York Herald.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
A Close Estimate

Il don't want to hear anybody sayin
that our boy Josiar doesn't earn his
salt" said Farmer Corntossel.
You said it yourself once" said his
wife.
We'll, 1 take 1t back. I don't want to
do the boy any injustice. 1 have been
lookin over these market quotations,
an l have concluded that Josiar does
earn his salt, jest about. But If they'd
"a said he didn't earn his pepper
reckon I'd have to give in."-Washing-
ton Star.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
Math & Brautigam 60,
Couldn't Resist,

An eccentric clergyman in Cornwall
had been much annoyed by the way
the members OF the congregation had
of looking around TO see late corners.
After enduring II for some time he
said on entering the reading desk one
day: Brethren. / regret to see that
your attention is called away from
your religious duties by your very
natural desire to see who comes In
behind you. l propose henceforth to
save you the trouble by naming each
person who may come late"
He then began. Dearly beloved"
but paused half way to interpolate.
MIR. =. with his wife and daughter"
Mr.. :. looked rather surprised. but
the minister. with perfect gravity, re-
sumed. Presently he again paused.
Mr.. G. and William D.
The abashed congregation kept their
eyes studiously bent on their books.
The service proceeded In the most or
derby manner, the parson interrupting
himself every now and then TO name
some newcomer. At last he said, still
with the same perfect gravity:
Mrs. 5. I'm Il new bonnet
In moment every feminine head in
the congregation had turned around
Millinery Trade Review.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

When Bob Burdette started out to
lecture, he struck the same town as
Henry Ward Beecher, who sent for
him.
We'll. young man. how do you like
it?"
Mr.. Beecher," he replied, sit is aw-
full. l nearly die every night from
nervousness"
Let me console you, then. The
longer you lecture the more nervous
you'll get" And Bob declared it to be
true.-Saturday Evening Post.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
Flowers Their Fad.

The summer flowers play an impor-
tant item in the English wOman's ac-
count. For day wear real blossoms
are used, lightly arranged, and more
often than not fastened at the throat
with a long diamond brooch, favorite
mode of wearing them with the Prin-
cess of Wales. Long garlands of roses
ind place in dresses, hydrangeas, pas
tel orchids. primulas and delicate hya-
cinths holding first rank. Newest Of
all and wonderfully pretty are chiffon
flowers. \ recent toilet made for the
Dublin festivities showed a panel Of
sparkling white crystal and silver Sc
quinS, with Grecian tunic in white
china Grape bOrdered with clusters of
red tulips, showing a wonderful, life
like golden yellow calyx and green
leaves, the execution of which was
veritable triumph of art.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
1t Helped Win Battles.

Twenty-nine officers and men wrote
from the front to say that for
scratches, bruises. cuts, wounds, sore
feet and stiff joints, Bucklen's Arnica
Salve is the best in the world. Same
for burns, skin eruptions and piles.
25 cents a box. Cure guaranteed.
Sold by HaItz & Ullemeyer, drug
pists
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
The Hard work of congre..men.

Let those-who are biissfully ignorant
laugh at congressman for the easy time
they have at Washington. Only those
who have been through the mill know
how hard Il congressman must work if
he is,tO fulfill his public duties. 4
Woodworking senator said TO me, Il
might have made $4,000 during nv
term in the senate if l had given as
much attention 10 my private business
as / have given TO the public business"
The amount OF work which is laid up
on member or senator is simply enor-
nous What with the demand for pen
sions. postOfice documents, applica-
tons for promotion or discharge in the
army and many other things, n men,
ber's time may be taken UP with the
exactiOns Of his daily mail. \ good
clerk may be Of immense help. but
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
Fatality FoIIows FaiIure

to use Foley's Kidney Cure in time.
If taken in earlier stages of Bright's
disease and diabetes, it is a certain cure.
You have noticed the high death rate
from these diseases, and 1t is not wise
to ignore early symptoms when a sure
medicine like Foley's Kidney Cure
can be had. For sale by all druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
The Suore

A certain poet thus breaks forth:
"Oh, the snore, the beautiful snore. fill
ing the chamber from ceiling to floor;
over the coverlet, under the sheet. from
her wee dimpled chin to her pretty
feet; now rising aloft like a bee in
June. now sunk to the wall Of a crack
ID bassoon; now fllutelike subsiding,
than rising again, is the beautiful snore
of Elizabeth Jane"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

81 had running, itching sore on
my leg. Suffered fortunes. Doan's
Ointment took away the burning and
itching instantly, and quickly effected
Bowling Green. Ohio. For sale by
Marshall & Fisher, druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
4 Brute.

The Father-You two had better
have a quiet wedding
The Lovers-Why?
The Father-There1l be noise enough
and to spare after you're married.
Syracuse Herald.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

The duties performed by the troops
stationed here are somewhat varied,
APART being the supply depot for all
the troops in this district which COM
prises the provinces of Cagayan-
Isabella and Nuevs-Viscaya. Detach-
ments are sent regularly with rations
for the troops stationed on or near
the river fully 40 miles south, and
it is a somewhat hazardous and labor
ious duty. the men being frequently
compelled to wade in the water and
push the cascoes, which contain the
commissary supplies. over ssndbars
and through shallow water. Detach-
ments of fifteen to thirty men are sta
toned at the various little towns in
the vicinity. they being relieved
every month ny new details. The
health of the troops stationed here is
fair, owing to the town being sur
rounded by the ocean and river; but
further up the river the troops do not
fare so well, mountain fever in the
form of malaria being prevalent. In
giving the foregoing description
have given strictly soldiers view,
and not that which is purely i'm
aginative as seen and read in
some of the magazines published
in the United States. Suppose We take
a walk around the town of Aparri- l
know you would enjoy a stroll in the
cool of bright morning. What q re-.
freshing breeze is blowing, carrying
with it the carols of many songsters.
How sweet the air. All nature seems
to be smiling as the sun slowly and
majesticany rises from behind the
mountains of toward the east. Soft,
glowing colors paint the western sky,
gradually growing fainter, until
shortly the day is upon US. Passing
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
able and Kitchen.
Practical Suggestions About What to
Eat and How to Prepare Food.

This matter Will be found to be entirely
different from and superior TO the usual
run Of food articles, in that every item Is
a nugget OF culinary wisdom and eminently
practical
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
The Why to Succe..

The Elderly Conference.-The true Sc
cret of success is 10 find out what the
people want
The Younger Man-And give 1t to
them, eh?
Nav, corner it-"-1ndianapolis Press.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

Until the queen regent of Spain is
sued invitations for the recent grand
ball, which old courtiers said reminded
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
FIRST VOLUME.

Conducted by Ida Ames Willis, 71s
Chamber OF Commerce Building. Chicago,
to whom all inquiries should be addressed.
All Rights Reserved by Banning Co., Chi
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

Half the ills that man is heir to
come from indigestion. Burdock
Blood Bitters strengthens and tones
the stomach; makes indigestion i'm
possible. For sale by Marshall &
Fisher. druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
Pure Food.

None but thoroughly reliable pure and hea,hfu fo
by actual chemical analysis will be accepted for
these columns
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
THE ART OF JELLY MAKING.
Not a Difficult Task If the Principles
Are Understood.

In order to succeed in this branch OF pre-
serving fruits one must know the principle
involved While fruits may be preserved
without sugar its introduction in the proc
eSs of making jelly is necessary Tor op-
vious reasons. Jelly is a very thick syrup
made from fruit juice, and sugar ana ali
conditions must be favorable TO gain sue
raS
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
how to rest when Done.

the top of the kettle after the sugar has
been added. If it looks dry and heavy IL Is
done. Test by dropping a little on Sau
Ger. If IL does not spread when cold, Du
remains firm and round, il is done. Twenty
minutes steady boiling altogether is quite
long enough for making good jelly. anC
often much less time is necessary, espe'
cially when sugar is heated.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

When jelly is perfectly cold. cut out round
pieces OF white paper or use the wax cover
ing that comes prepared for the purpose.
Lay on top of jelly. Then cut large pieces
from heavier paper, brush the inner edge
on outside of the glass. Keep jelly in d cool
dry dark Mace.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21

Heat your glasses thoroughly by placing
in a pan of tepid water and letting ii come
to boiling point. Then set them on a damp
cloth: spread on board or table. Fill to
OVERLOOKING as jelly will shrink. Let stand
until cold before covering. n thin scum
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
How to Extract tie Juices.
Another Method.

A slower, but better way is to put the
fruit into stone jars; set these in larger yes,
sells of tepid water, and then cook until
fruit is soft. Apples and ounces must be
cut into small pieces, and If the cores are
defective, they must be cut out. Cover
these fruits with cold water and COOK
slowly until soft. Strain same as the ber-
rieS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
A Quicker Way.

Have the sugar measured and while the
juice is boiling heat it in the oven, on a fia t
| dish. Do not let IL brown. Then when juice
| has boiled ten minutes, add the sugar and
stir until it is dissolved: Let 1t boil up once.
l Sometimes this is sufficient cooking, even
| when sugar is not heated, as il Will occa-
| sionaIly jell in very short time.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-21
Cooking the Juice.

1t is much better to make a small Quantitl
of Jelly at a time. y quart of juice is quite
enough for one boiling. Allow equal meas
ureS of juice and sugar, as rule. Medium
sized agate preserving kettles are beS
to use, as they are light to handle, dnC
easily cleaned, and not affected by the aciC
in the juices. Boil the juice rapidly for tel
minutes, Swimming if necessary, then ado
the sugar and boil ten minutes longer.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03

der prohibition, and many thou
sand Americans have sent from pub
lie meetings for him to do so. But
now the assistant secretary of state
writes that they cannot grant our pc
tition without Il special act of con-
gress making it crime or misde-
meanor for American citizens in those
islands to sell Intoxicating drinks and
firearms to the natives of the New
Hebrides and to make provision for
the execution Of this legislation"
During the afternoon meetings ut
the churches tic subjects of the
Support of Missions by Home
Churches" was under discussion at
the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian
church. Ways and Means, Special
Appeals was the subject discussed
by Rev.. Donald Sage Mackay and
DR.. Samuel B. Capen.
The last meeting of the Ecumeni-
cal conference was held at Carnegie
hall at night. rhe hal, was crowded
to its utmost capacity and hundreds
were turned away Former President
dent Benjamin Harrison presided
and the session was devoted to inter.
esting speeches by prominent dele
gates to the conference.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03

says: According to the Daily Nails
Hong Kong correspondent, the situa-
ton in the Philippines is far more
series than Gen. Otis reports indicate.
He says in spite of Gen. Otis procla-
nation that the rebellion in the Phil
ippines is completely crushed and
that state of tranquility exists the
condition of affairs from CONNER
cial point of view is most unsatis-
factory. Firms anticipating big bust
ness in Manila and who made prepar-
atoms accordingly suffered a great
financial loss through the hardness
of Otis to clear out the few insur-
gent bands who make it impossible
for the agricultural classes to culti-
vate their lands. For months past the
merchants have been hoping from
day to day that active steps would
be taken to effect this result. The
islands are practically in state Of
anarchy, and can only be compared
with Acheen, which the Dutch have
been trying to conquer for 100 years,
but never got further than the fringe
of shore line. The Filipinos here in
Hong Kong boast that as soon as
the rainy season begins in May,
Aguinaldo, who is hiding in the noun
tains of northern Luzon, will organize
another insurrectionary government
and rally his scattered followers l. g
more.
"The general opinion of commercial
men of all nationalities, including
Americans, is that the Philippines will
never prove profitable investment
until, first, free trade is adopted Sec
ond, that the restrictions on the
admission of Chinese is removed; and,
third, until the friars are expelled"
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03
AN AWFUL ACCIDENT.
Upwards of 200 Men lose Their
Lives by an Explosion.
KEGS OF BLASTING POWDER BLOW UP


Scofeld, Utah, May BY an ex.
plosion which occurred here at 1925
O'Clock yesterday forenoon, in mine
No. 4, of the Pleasant Valley Coal
company, upward of 200 men lost
their lives. At this hour 1877 bodies
have been recovered and the work
OF rescue is still proceeding. There
are willing hands at work and as
fast as bodies are reached they are
brought down to the boarding houses
and other company buildings, where
they are dressed and prepared for
the coroner's inquest. These build
ings are numerous and in each are
from ten to 35 bodies.
When a corpse is brought out, it is
carried from the mouth of the tunnel
to the place of deposit. Here there
is corps of from four to ten men
with sponges, hot and cold water
in tubs and otner receptacles. The
clothing is first removed, the SCOT,
smoke and powder burns washed from
the face of the corpse, and then it
is laid out with the others in long
rows to await Identification by rela-
tives and friends.
The removal of bodies began at IL
o'clock yesterday, and every dill
gence is used to get the charred and
mangled remains ont of the mine.
Many hundreds of men have volun-
teered their services and as fast as
one set or force is tired out, others
take their places. The stencil of
smoke and powder is sickening, re-
sembling that of dissecting room,
making the work of rescue most dis
agreeable as well as arduous.
As soon as the accident occurred
officials of The coal company at Salt
Lake City and the officials of the
railroad company were notified, and
they have done everything since that
lay in their power
The explosion occurred in No.
and extended by connection to No.
l. The men in No were choked.
Those in No. 4 were burned and
charred. There were $50 men at
work in the two mines and only
few of them escaped alive.
The cause Of the explosion is at
tributed to the blowing up of num-
Der of Kegs of blasting powder.
In one pile at No. mine there are
ten men, foreigners, as yet unknown.
The injured, eight in number, were
taken on SPECIAL train to Salt Lake,
leaving here at seven o'clock yester-
day evening. There are one to three
of the injured wao will not survive
the trip to the hospital.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03
DEWEY CELEBRATION
Anniversary Of the Battle Of M
Mia COMMUNICATED In Chicago.
Tic ADMIRAL ROYALTY RECEIVED.
1hrse Hundred Young Women Dressed IN
Waite Sing on the Line Of Msrch-To.
Day the Admiral VIII ses the
Drainage Canal.

Chicago, May 2.-Yesterdays cele-
beation, the first In America at
which Admiral George Dewey could
b. present on the anniversary of the
battle of Manila bay, was worthy of
TIE famous victory. Fully 100000
people were gathered along the line
Of march of the days parade and for
four hours the admiral was busy
bowling Acknowledgements Of the
cheers that met him from all sides
When the parade entered the thick
" crowded streets down town, the
admiral met with his real reception
and II was most enthusiastic. On
the steps of the Art Institute on
Michigan avenue were gathered 300
young women, a number of them clad
ia white, being so placed as to spell
the word "Dewey." As the carriage
containing the admiral approached,
their voices burst forth into "Sec The
Conquering Hero Comes" and the
march was stopped until the song
was finished, the admiral expressing
great pleasure at the singing
Naval, military and civic organiza-
tions followed the carriage contain
ing the admiral through miles of
streets decorated with flags and
bunting and with models of the
cruiser Olympia made from various
materials, the most popular practice
being to outline the cruiser in col
ord electric lights.
After traversing the business part
Of the city the parade was reviewed
By admiral Dewey in the presence of
Thousands Of people wedged in lit
'efsily solid mass for blocks on either
had. A luncheon at the Union
League club followed. and at eight
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03
-----.- -
PORTO RICO'S GOVERNOR.


San Juan, P. r., May 1.-The in
auguration of Charles Hebert Allen,
formerly assistan- secretary of the
United States navy, as first American
civil governor of the island of Porto
Rico, took place yesterday. The
ceremony was most impressive. The
days exercises opened at sunrise
with serenades by the bands Of the
Eleventh infantry, the Fifth cavalry
and the Porto Rican regiment. The
enthusiasm of the people was great
er than expected, in spite of the pub
LEGATION in the Diario of letter from
Julio Henna, of New York, suggest
ing that the people remain indoors
and refrain from taking part in the
inauguration, thereby silently pro-
testing and showing the American
government that Porto Rico is dis
satisfied" The Dlario is the organ
of the federal party and has quite a
large circulation. The letter created
sensation. After dwelling on the
subject of the free treatment Of Ha-
wall, Henna points out that the
Porto Ricans have not been treated
on the same basis as Hawaii and
brings up the so-called untitled prom.
ises Of Gen. Miles, etc. He says:
"The island does not get what she
deserves.
The troops began assembling at
eight o'clock. Later Gov. Allen and
Gen. Davis reviewed on the plaza the
cavalry, artillery, infantry, the Porto
Rico regiment, the sailors and ma
rines from the fleet and the police
and civic socities. Each company in
passing the governor presented arms
or otherwise saluted. The plaza and
adioiing housetops were packed with
people, of whom about 5000 were
present. The native troops received
the most applause from the natives,
the regulars and sailors being ac-
corded only nominal applause. The
people were exceedingly quiet, order
ly and undemonstratiye. Gov. Allen
took the oath of office at 1890 a. m.
under flag canopy at the executive
mansion.
Gov. Aliens address, which was
eloquent, was received favorably,
though quietly. All the speeches
were translated into Spanish.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03

Egypuan papyri purchased at Cnno
for the library Of Strasburg univer-
sity. The writing is in Coptic, the
language spoken by the Egyptians at
the time of the Saviour's birth and
during the early centuries Of the
church. The first fragment contains
prayer by Christ and an address
by him to the apostles. There APP
pears to be an account Of the agony
at Gethsemane, but this fragment
purports to be written by an eye
witness Now only st. Peter, st.
John and st. James were present at
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03

.. m. Admiral Dewey and his aides
were the guests of the University
club, while Mrs. Dewey and the mem
bers OF the women's reception COM
mittee were entertained at dinner
by Mrs. Arthur Cation. At II p. m.
Admiral Dewey and party visited the
Naval Reserve Veteran association
ball at the First Regiment armory.
The stand from which Admiral
Dewey reviewed the parade was built
out from the grand stand erected
along the south end OF the unfinished
post Office building on Jackson bouIe-
ward, and here thousands of people
stood in the street for hours waiting
for the admiral to appear at the head
Of the parade. A number of women
tainted in the crush.
The parade was in eight divisions,
each preceded oya marshal and aides.
II required two hours to pass the
reviewing stand, and Admiral Dewey
was Kept occupied acknowledging sa-
lutes and saluting the various flags,
some of which had been carried in
battle and showed the marks of ac-
tual fighting.
Although everybody wanted to
see Dewey" there was great interest
in Mrs. Dewey and many persons
got as near as possible to the Union
League club window in order to see
her.
When the parade had passed lines
of police opened narrow line
through the crowd, and Admiral
Dewey and the reviewing party |
crossed jackson boulevard to the
Union League club where a luncheon
and reception to Admiral and Mrs.
Dewey and members of the general
executive committee and women's
reception committees and invited
guests was gtven.
To-day the admiral will see the
S33,OO0.O0O ship and drainage canal
from the railroad alongside for part
of the distance and from boat on
the canal for the remainder. Re-
ceptions, luncheons and other enter
tainments will consume the rest of
the day. Mrs. Dewey will be the
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03
ECUMENICAL CONFERENCE.


New York, May 2.-Rev. John d.
Patton. of the New Hebrides, in the
course of his address. before the
Ecumenical conference in Carnegie
hall said: "There are still 10000 to
10000 cannibals in the New Hebrides
group. Great Britain has prohibited
all her traders on those islands from
trading in rum, ammunition, brandy,
opium and dynamite. Months ago we
petitioned President Mckinley and
the congress through him, to place
American traders in the Hebrides I'm.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03
A NEW GOSPEL.


nsw York, May g. German
eGholars believe that new gospel
> new inspired record Of Christ's life
~ teachings--has been found. The
nsw gospel Is believed to be the lost
Gpspsl Of the Egyptians and its
oothor to be none other than St.
4ster, the chief of the apostles.
was found among u batch +,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1900-05-03

urtnsemalic. Inc new gospel must,
therefore, have been written by st.
Peter or st. James. The second frag-
ment is much more incomplete than
the other, but there is little doubt
that it is part of an account of the
resurrection.