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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
ARE YOU A BUFFALO7
The Question That All Richmond Is
Asking.

Are you a Butfalo?"
This is the query that comes from all
SIDES. for the Buffaloes have struck town
and the membership of the order is hour
" increasing. Every other man you meet
wears the Insignia of the order Every
Buffalo has power to confer the degrees
on any citizen OF the United States and
a good fellow on payment of the mem
bership fee-eieV@n cents. There are no
dues, no assessments and no dividends or
sick benefits Every Ruffalo gets his
money back in the fun that results rom
getting the other good fellows to join.
The degrees may be given anywhere
on the street, in the office or even on a
street-car platform.
The rules OF the Order arc very few
and simple, but are kept iealously secret
by its members only being divulged on
payment of eleven cents ard the taking
of the obligations OF the Order
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
.Iu.Inc !inI: Hero.

Judge John H. Holt, of West Virginia.
will appear as counsel in a case before
the United States Court of Appeals to-
day.
Judge Holt became famous in the last
gubernatorial campaign in his State as
the ..fiddlng candidate, who went about
among his people seeking their support
in his candidacy for Governor, With q
fiddle, with which he made the sweetest
music, at the conclusion of his speech
He is a jovial, good-natured gentleman,
ant. a man of much learning.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
The 2. u y. President.
lsnccinI nisrntch 10 The Times

KNOXVILLE. TENN, Feb. 12.-'fhe To-
cal Post 7. 2. y. has instructed its dele
gates 10 the next National Convention. 10
be held in Richmond III June, to vote for
w r. Johnson, OF this city. for national
president 1t is given out to-day that
Mr. Johnson has the endorsement of the
third largest Post III the United States.
which is Post J. of Evansville. Ind. Post
c. of this city. is the second largest and
Post a, of st. Louis. is the largest. 1t is
the hope Of his friends to get the en-
dorsement of the ST. Louis Post. Tennes-
see is solid for Mr. Johnson
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
No Cnai.css Visitors.

Those who have it in mind to enjoy
the breezes of Libby Hill Park next sum
mer. are reminded by Park-keeper Daniel
Higgins that the proprieties require thai
they have a coat along. In support of
his contention IS to the etiquette of tire
question, Mr. Higgins calls attention -
the precedent established by Justice job!
in his ruling against the shirt-waist
brigade. And having called to his sup
port this recognized authority on matters
of social propriety and etiquette, Mr..
Higgins is content to rest his case.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
fSreciaI Dignatch 10 Thc Times.

tsNI"SNIiI I'I9t.It'iI 10 7 nv iIIiIt'-.f
WYTHEVILEE, VA. Fec. 12-The re-
mains of Mrs. &. r Floyd. who died at
Charlotte. \. c.. were brought here to-
day for interment. Wvtheville being her
old home. Mrs. Floyd WAS the mother
iil-law of Congressman Peter J. Otey. OF
the Sixth Virginia District. and he ant;
Mrs otey accompanied the remains TO
this place. where they Were followed to
the cemetery by a large concourse OF
friends and relatives
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
i Failure.

Did anybody ever try TO start news
paper here2" asked the intellectuaI-look-
ing man with glasses.
yes" answered Broncho Bob. "sbut 1t
failed. The editor wouldn't tend &c, bus
mess"
Was he d!ssipated MANI
NO. Bat he insisted on sitting at his
desk with his back 20 the door when he
ought to have been standing with six
shooter in his hand and his eye at a
knothole. washington Star.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
OSCILLATION IN NO DANGER.
ear of Germs ,yill Not Deter Womc,

lEE:i ttsSSth1.
Several essay writer's are alas med at the
signs of the times. One OF these Is the de
cadence of kissing. lie fears that woman
may cease 10 BE chIvmin- EucalSc She ma,
nor care % continue a living invitation 10
be kissed She may make herself rs)ul-
siye, or, ut the least, unprovobilf9. Men
WI not care whether they can Rope 70
Kiss her or not. As a general proposition.
this writer fears that woman may become
so maunSh. so independent. So unTo1n3n-
" that men WI prefer not TO kiss her.
She n.lI look forhidding rather than
tempting. Another social Philosopher and
paSs.niS: fears that ne are losing our
grlnduothers. He declares his belief that
those c7l}n and sweet otd wSc.2en are not
what they used 10 be. This particular
writer Says: The status OF the grandma
th"G Of the past was fixed and i.nnOV-
able. Having once acquired the title she
was allowed no other. Her Individuality
as woman, wife and mother was lost. and
she was ever afterward recognized as one
Who should set aside all personal ambition
and dedicate herself to the care or her
chldren.s Children. There is neither sense
nor truth in either one of these indict-
merits Even the fear of germs does not
prevent the women Of this age from ks
sing There are Old maids, OF uncertain
age, perhaps. who declare that microbes
not opportunity, is The cause of their per-
sonal G:sincl.ration to kiss. But the ma
iority Of women are not pnly more charm
ing and inviting for csaullt:on, bit they
are more effective as companions, as
wives and rs erandmothers, They are
mere symmetrical and graceful in person
and more active. comprehensive and in
telltgert mentally now than ever they
were The women of this age are pretter,
loveler and more agreeable and inter
est;ng to men than ever. No risht-think-
ing man can live usefuily, happily, molly,
without one.-PortSmouth Star.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
NEARING COMPLETION.
Work on the New Power Plant Shows
Great Progress.

The power-house of the Virginia klec-
trical Railway and Development Com
pany is rapidly nearing completion. Prac-
tically the Only thing to be done now
before fires under the boilers are lighted
is the construction of the smoke fiue,
which is being done by the Tredegar Iron
Works. This work will require about a
week or ten days, and by that time all
other work will have been finished.
The formal opening will be made quite
an event. The building. especially the
stack, will be handsomely decorated and
cased in colored lights. Superintendent
Thompson, of the Fire Alarm Depart
ment, Will take quite a prominent part in
the planning and placing of these decora
lions.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
Cinr &c ulct,.
Especial Dispatch to The Times

tspeciaI UIspatch 10 The Times
F'ARAINILIAFs, VA, Feb t2.-Mr w r
Clark, of the firm OF Fleming & Clark.
and one OF Farmy!lles most ponular mer-
chants, was married TO-DAY to Mss Bessic.
daughter of Mrs. II. T. Caaiest. os tits
place. Rev. M-. Hunter performed the
ceremony. which was conducted a. the
home OF the bride. owing to the recent
death OF her father.
Mr.. aud Mrs. Clark LETT tor New Or
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
A RICH MINE.
Sewer Works Protected Against
Strii,rrs by Armed !fGrcmcn.
fSneciol DisDatch to The Tinlcs)

FREDERICKSBURG, VA. Feb r.
The Catoe gold mine near Garrisonville.
Stafford county, has been sold TO New
York parties for $4,000. a shaft recently
sunk led to a very rich vein. Miners are
preparing for active operations
The strikers undertook to stop men
from working on the sewerage to-day
Two town men quit after being threaten
ed. but gang of strangers, who were
in charge Of an armed foreman. would
not stop No violence was attempted
The city will furnish an armed guard If
any further attempts are made to modest
the men.
The handsome residence of Mr.. Walter
B. Tyler Just beyond the city limits.
caught fire to-day and narrowly escaped
destruction. The house was beyond tbs:
reach of the fire department, but friends
quickly formed a bucket brigade and
with a good supply Of water finally con-
trolled the flames. Damage about $50.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
MUSIC BONES.

We are the sole factory Agents and
headquarters for Regina Music Boxes
II they Interest you call aEEi see our
stock. all sizes. from tie largest 20 the
smallest. The Automatic Tune-SheeS-
Remove-s are the latest ana mast in
te.gst:ng Walter D. Noses & Co., Sole
Agents. 1a3 E Broad ST.. near cor Est.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
nanGa1Ns AHEAD EoR Yor.

Again this week we place in the slight
" used planes room, three first-srade
pianos which Will enable You 10 save a
handsome sum OF money in your purchase.
We are the Sole Agents OF these pianos.
and will give you the full factory guar
arptee with them. Walter D Moses s Co..
ice E. Broad ST., near cog. LIST.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
PERSONAL AND GENERAL.

Intcrestin. Facts About Hich.noud's
Citizens aud Other Matters.
Miss Louise Allen is visiting friends in
Jacksonville, Fla.
Mr.. w. c. Newman is at Bridge, W. Va,
on business trip.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Block, of No. 100
East Clay Street, left yesterday for an
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
TIE SIs,,;,rjci>.
(snecia1 DIspatch to The Times J

Especial Dispatch to The Times.)
CAPE CHARLES VA, Feb. l2.-Tha
torpedo oat Shubrick. nuitt at the Rich
mend shipyartis, came in the harhor here
to-day, and will remain untE Thursday.
wlen she WIFI make a preliminary trial
trip on the official government courses
opposite cape Charles.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
Houses IL Hnn,.,nI

The demand for houses continues una
bated, and those dwellings in course cf
construction are being rushed to compile
ton Rents are steadily. advancing, the
advance ranging from five TO twenty-five
per cent. 1t is expected that by next au
ctlarnni there vii! be several hundred new
dwelling houses ready for occupancy.
Real estate in the city and in the i'm
mediate vicinity is bringing good prices,
and all property available Tor building pur-
poses is at premium.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
DANvlLLs TOBACCO MARKET.
Danvii!e, Va. Feb. L, 1901
MARINE lNTELh.GENCE.

MARINE 1NTELh!GENCE.
PORT OF RICHMOND. FEB. u, 1901.
ARRIVED.
Steamer Resale. Willis. Norfolk. mer-
.randlse ana passengers. Old Dominion
Steamer Walthar. Boyd. James River
lumber, Winston. Locker & Co.
SAILED.
rteamer Winyah. Sin,nuhs, 1'h.ladei-
phia. merchandise and passengers. Clyde
Line
steamer Resale. Willis, Norfolk, r1er,
,handise and passengers. Old Dominion
Steamer walthall. Boyd. James River,
light.
PORT NEWPORT NEWS, FEB. u, 1901.
ARRIVED.
Barge Hamilton, Boston.
Steamer Hector. Boston
Steamer Winifride, trinidad
SAILED.
Schooner John p. Bergen, Havana.
Schooner Henry Q. barrett, Boston
Barge Alabama, Providence.
Barge Nancy Pendleton. Portland.
Steamer 1hragon. Providence.
Steamer Ninifridc, Boston.
PORT OF WEST POINT. FEE. 10, 1901
Steamship Charlotte, Murphy. Balti-
more, passengers and general cargo.
Steamship Ell, city. tiayneS, Malta
POM river landings. passengers and gen
Steamship Accomac, Thompson, Nor
folk, passengers and general cargo.
SAli-EL.
Steamship Charlotte Murphy, Balti-
more. passengers and general cargo.
S,ea MI, Elm CITY. haynes, NlaIua.
Doni I1rec landings. passengers and gen.
ri"ls cargo
Steamship Accomac, Thompson. Nor
folk. passengers and general Cargo.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
THE popuLaI; KNaEE PIANO.

JUST received tie latest type OF knabe's
New Century Upright Piano the tone
and action are equal 70 the Grand Il
you wish to purchase one OF tire highest
grade pianos. we would De pleased Ia.
have you examine this latest output o..
the justly popttla: knabe factory. Walter
D. Moses x Co, Sole Agents. 1c5 E. Bsoaa
near cor Tst
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
services a,thc snel.crin= Arms

The services at the Sheltering Arms
Free Hospital to-day at u NJ Kill be-
under the direction Of Rev. DR.. George
cooper, who will be assisted by Drs. Cecil.
Mcneil and Cat:sch. Miss Lillian Taylor
VIII render a solo after which a public
reception will be held, to which The public
is cordially invited.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
WAGON STRUCK BY A TRAIN.
Driver, Horses ;.ud -Four Calves in the
Wagon k,l.ed-!srwarh f's i'i'cbu.s--

Especial Dispatch 10 The Tlmes)
NORFOLK. VA. Feb. abraham
Riddick (colored) was struck by Il trS~.
on the Virginia Beach division Of Gle
Norfolk and Southern Railroad this
morning and instantly killed Both
horses. and also four calves. which We're
in the wagon. were killed. The accident
happened at Greenwich Station where d
jury of inquest were convened VINO os
Ihair verdict declared the accident I'M
avoidable.
Portsmouth to-day. offered 4 reward Of
$3.50 for the apprehension OF tire-buss VINO
recently fired Codd's store -. PORTSMOUTH
ard Edwards store at Primers Point
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
The MEETING Was Postponed

J. The meeting of the Directors OF the
Richmond Passenger and Power Company
which was called Tor Yesterday was not
held, but postponed until tkks afternoon.
The directors at this nesting will take
up the question Of dIsscontInuIng the old
mule cars on It's lines,
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13

Filters, hogshead; wrappers, T. hogs
neads: leaf, Is hogsheats and !uss, 6'
hogsheads.
Inspections were: Bright, e. hogs1eaus;
dark ~ hneshsafis and II ti.rceS. Re-
vieWS-Brigat, 6 hogsheads: dark, . hogs
heads.
Loose sales we're as follows: steiburnes
Warehouse. 2i,WD pourds-highest price.
$Ih:0: StaGeNali Warehouse, !1.1lo
nonRts=-higi1est price. S1.1,; Shoc:zoe
Warehouse. 1912 pounaS-higheSt price,
&lG,1a C'Tcnsll1w's Warehouse, Sub
ropnGs-ilic!1cst price. Sl4..-5.
Warehouses report - hogsheads re-
ceived and IS hogsheads delivered.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13

LIVERPOOL, Feb. l2.-COTToN-Mod-
crate business; prices easier; American
1liddling fair. : I;i-lGd.; good middiinS,
:, l7-54d: middling, ) 1;5-:::c2d.; low mid
ding. , I'D: good midding. :, lI-%2d.
nnddling. ) 1::.-;52d.: low mdd!inS. > I'D.
!, I'D good ordinary. :! sid; ordinary,
i .S-ii2d The sales of the day We're 5000
bales. of which 800 We're for speculation
and export, and included 1880 American.
Receipts. none.
Futures opened quiet and closed quiet.
American middling, |. c., February,
{, oo-64d, buyers; February and March,
; l6-G4GI 17-64d., buyers: March and
April. :, l4-G46J 1o-G4d., buyers; April and
May, :. I2-G4a5 1:;-G4d., buyers; May and
June, > 1o-6.a5 11-t4d., buyers; June and
July !, Slid. buyers; July and August,
= 5-64go G-6Id. sellers; August and Sep
TENDER 4 I6-6id!3 5I-6id-, sellers; Septem-
Der, :, 5G-64M4 51-64d.. sellers: October.
<. O. c. I ;5-6sd., nominal; October and
November, 4 23-Gid., nominal.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
COTTON MARKETS.

NEW ORLEANS. Feb. 12.-COTTON-
Futures closed dull; February, a.12 asked;
March. 9.13a9.14: April. 9.e!@9.o9; May,
loSMao9; June, 3.o5@H.o1; July, :hn599oo;
August, S6l@S.Gt; September, Sot@S.ll;
August, 7759T.IG.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
leans, where they viii attend the Nardi
w. T. Cheatham III.
,S,eciaI Dispatch to The Times

lSpecial Dispatch TO Inc IlWes.]
DURHAM y. c., Feb. 12--W. T.
Cheatham. OF Henderson. former post
master there has gone to johns Hopkins
Hospital, Baltimore. 1T a critical coneii-
tion
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
100000 Fire.
fEr Associated Press. ]

IBy AsSuClHEt'U tGFSs.J
DECATUR, ILL, Feb. 12.-Fire early
to-day destroyed the wholesale grocery
Of the Mueller. Piatt & Whelen Com
pany. Loss nearly 100000; insurance I'M
known.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
PEaETJT MARKETS,

NORFOLK. VA. Feb. PEANUTS
Steady; prime, 3l2c-; common, l12c. span
ish. 1.9iac.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
GRAIN AND COTTON EXCHANGE.
BALTIMORE STOCK MARKET.

BALTIMORE, Feb. 12.-Seaboard COM
mon. 12a.G121s: do. preferred, -9hQ292s.
Bonds, As, 12i,-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
MARKETS S.
fnr hssoelatcd rrcss.

NEW YORK. Feb I2-An OF the cc;-
changes and banks in this city were
closed to-day in observance OF Lincolns
birthday. Nearly all OF the large stores.
also, We're closed
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
Mems Clothing at Prices
That Will Make Them Seek Other Quarters
An Extra Value in Ladies Shoes
at S1.45 a Pair.

Indirectly caused by the failure of big Boston
wholesaler. We obtained shipment Intended toT
him from Lynn manufacturer, wIlo was fortunate
enough to be tardy III delivery. Inc maker pocS-
eted loss of soc ON the dollar to clear the loS.
We've fill assortment of sizes and widths III the
half dozen styles they come i'll. We detail but
three.
500 pairs ladies' Walking Boots, button or lace heavy ex
tension soles made on up-toate English lasts with patent
leather tips military heels hrsequarer boxed vanPs. Si
acings and extra high The finest OF vcl KID used III the
uppers and sensible, seasonahle, Cd ~ It's ,;r-
servceabe shoe in every way.... tpa.@so LAS pam
200 pairs LIGHT Ore Shoes button lace
English toe military heels kid facing and two
space stitched plain kid tips The best grade OF viel kid is used
the vamps and uprers we bought them IN the regular
t May you r Mou p }bev9 s o 'o l45 the pair
800 pairs Of those Dressy Cloth Top Eutton Shoes with
diamond patent leather tips military heels, lreelmer
oxed vanps kid and leather back stays The tops
are quality CLOTH and it's as flexible custom
made SHOE $500 would be the price asked by the exclusive
t thsy Ess at 70! '.'s"' S1.45 the pair
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13

The 1890 census for Henrico included
the census Tor Richmond and Chesterfield
included Manchester.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
GROWTH OF SMALL TOWNS.

Many OF Those in Virginia Have Mad.
Good Increases.
The Census Bureau has just issued a
bulletin of the population Of towns and
villages of Virginia with q population OF
less than 2,0vu The bulletin, in part, is
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13
RICHMOND STOCK MARKET.
Richmond, Va, Feb. il. 1901
ca! jSC

1000 Virginia Centuries .......... 9G1.
S12.5e0 Richmond city As ....-...-. lot
81 900 Richmond city Is l0oa
81 900 Richmond city As ioi
5000 Richmond city IS. 10.
d. shares Fa.-Car. Chem. pfd.. 1917
il shares Fa.-Car- Chem pfd-- lo,14
-, shares Ea,-Car. Chem. pfd-. 1919
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1901-02-13

A successful as well as most delightful
| oyster supper was given last night by the
! Ladies Aid Society OF UnionStation
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1901-10-13
HERCULES AND The PINK SHIRT.
OR, HOW TIMES HAVE CHANGED. (.

WRITTEN roR TIE SUNDAY REPUBLIC.
A gentleman named HR-cu-les was once
jour-ney-ing through Greece, together
with his wife, when they came to a stream
which formed a serious impeachment to
their further progress.
There was no bridge In sight, and the
river was both deep and swift. 30 their
chances of reaching the other side seemed
to be exceedingly ten-u-ous.
Just as they we're considering the ad-
Instability Of turning back, a cen-taur
appeared on the scene.
Now, a cen-taur, my dear children, Is q
peculiar looking mon-stros-i-ty having
the body and legs Of a horse and the head,
shoulders and arms Of a You may
think I am giving you a jolly. but this Is
straight goods. I read it in a book.
This cen-taur. whose name was Ney.sus
volunteered to carry Hercules and his
wife across the stream ON his back. and
his offer was accepted with gratitude.
Accordingly he took the lady first, for
even in those days they had some rude
notions Of chfv-al-ry.
But when Nes-sus reached the other side
he de-cid-ed that be would Just leave Hen.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1901-10-13
Continued From Page Three.

Nelles. Mississippi County; Mrs. sallie Rrv.
ant, j. c. Bryant. Mississippi County.
STAFF-Ben Bowlirger and Noah Row
linger.
STRUTER-Thos. Brite and Chas. Rrite.
Montgomery County.
SPANISH FoRT-p. Boulware, Vernon
County; W. H. Bagwell. Sullivan County:
Warren Goats, George Cone. Macon Coun
ty; ]. F. Lambert. Vernon County: ] L.
Level. Cedar County: J. w. schrock. sulli-
van County.
sUAFTEs-J. A. Pool. Mrs. J. A. Pool,
Lafayette County.
STERLING CITY-H. W. Schoneld. Pal
myra.
SToWELL-W. Beckley. Henry County:
Eding, Benton County: William Davidson.
Henry County; James Duvall, ,Bayard Hun
ter, Benton County; J. II. Hunefelt Wesley
HunefeIt. e. E. Hanover. ]. q. Huston.
Henry County; Robert Huston, ]. c. Ger
ken. Henry Gurken. Clarence Hunter. BEN
ton County: Charles Hatseberg. St. Louis
County; Mart Johnson, George johnson.
Henry County; John Mohnksn, Benton
County; Fisher Moran. Henry County: John
Mas, Petus County; Lonis Martin. Boone
County; Joe Lieb, Greene County: William
Parks, N. II. McQeen. R W. Warren. L.
n. Windsor. Ed Shawyer. B. p. Sterrett.
Schwettmann. T. w. Reed. Benton County:
y. Oman. Petts County: Smith Reed,
Henry County.
STOvALLI. Goodwin, William Goodwin,
Robert Goodwin, Henry County.
EINGLEvILLE-K- g. Felts, Marion
County.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Dunn. -
Hansell. Marion County.
SHERMAN-Mrs. B. L. Fielder. Mrs. W.
A. Henry, Johnson; John p. Withers, Kan.
sas City; Mrs. John p. Wlthers. Hgyips.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1901-10-13

"rBeleaguered by the sullen hosts OF
winter, It withdraws into the impregnable
fortress Of its subterranean vitality and
energies upon the first solicitation Of spring.
Sow by the winds, propagated by the sub.
tie horticulture of the elements, which are
its ministers and servants. it softens tho
rude outlines Of the world. It's tenacious
ffbers hold the earth in Its place and prevent
its soluble components from washing into
the wasting sea-. It invades thes olitudes Of
deserts. climbs the inaccessible slopes and
forbidden pinnacles of mountains. mobiles
climates and determines the history. char
acter and destiny of nations. Unobtrusive
Int patient. it has immortal yigor and ag-
erosion. Banished from the t~horoughfare
n the field, It bides its time to return.
and when vigilance is relaxed, or the dy-
nasty has persisted. It silently resumes the
throne from which 1t has been expelled, but
It never abdicates. It bears 20 bIa-
zonry Of bloom to charm the senses with
fragrance or %splendor. but IT'S homely hue
is more enchanting than the lily or the rose.
It yields no fruit in earth or air. and yet
should It's harvest fail for a single year
famine would depopulate the world
There" concluded the old gentleman.
pulling his SLOUGH hat a fraction Of an inch
further down, you may not have given
much thought to anything 20 lowly a. the
grass, but when you ave heard such q
tribut to It as that. you must always feel
that 1t Is you, ard not the grass which -
in the virtue Of greatness"