davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Telephones and Thunder Storms.


A physician in Vermont who sat reading
in his library under a telephone instru-
ment, was shocked to death by lightning
that came in over the wire during a storm
His heirs brought suit against the tele-
phone company for damages and the state
supreme court decides in their favor, hold
ing that there were two defects either Of
which was sufficient to prevent the light
ming arrester from doing it's work. One Of
them was an inexcusable failure to provide
ground connection.
Probably there are thousands of tele-
phones which have like defects. When one
thinks of the popular ignorance of electric
ity In connection with the none too COM
prehensive knowledge of the electrical ex-
perts themselves, and adds to these the
ppy-go-lucky- get-there-quick style in
which so much telephone construction and
installation are done, the wonder grows
that electric horrors are so few Every
overhead wire, for instance, Is an overhead
current of certain death. liable to fall upon
US at any moment. Yet how comparatively
few do fall!
AS for the Vermont incident, it has a
moral. Fear Of electricity is healthy
Treat your telephone connections and other
electric connections during storms as if
they were your deadliest enemies. Believe
nothing good about them. Be as distant
with them as II they were poor relations
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

them, and that these f1eas in turn bite the
human beings with whom they come in
contact and thus transmit the disease prin-
ciple Confederation Of this theory has
been found in experiments on guinea pigs
with injections of substance derived from
the bodies of f1eas taken from plague-killad
rats. The pigs died of the same disease.
Thus we now have another addition to
the parasitical menaces of the human race.
The mosquito is now convicted of the dis
semination Of malaria and yellow fever,
and the flea must take its turn as a GRIM
inal against health. He Is not generally
regarded with favor anyhow, just as the
mosquito is a nuisance apart from his germ
carrying qualities The warfare for SAM
tation will be waged toward the extermi-
nation of the flea as well as of the rat.
That against the mosquito is already under
way with partial success. This tendency
to subdivde the responsibility for the
transmission of disease brings back to
mind the old couplet which gave early ex-
preston Of the public thought on the
parasite doctrine, the precursor of the
germ theory:
Little dogs have little fleas upon their
backs to bite 'em,
And the little feas have Hitler feas, and
so ad infinitum."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

1t has been a common idea for some
years that rats are one of the chief causes
of the spread Of the bubonic plague, that
dreaded disease which is never absent from
certain parts Of the far east and which oc-
casionally threatens the western world
So firm is the belief in the guilt of the ro-
dents that measures have occasionally
been taken in infected regions for the
wholesale slaughter of rats, as in Cape
Town recently, and Honolulu during the
epidemic there a few months ago. Investi-
gators have not been quite satisfied with
the assumption that the rats carry the
plague bacilli. for there yet remains the
question how the germs may be transposed
from the rats to the human victims. One
Of the latest and most generally accepted
theories in this regard Is that the rats pass
the plague germs to the fieas that infest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

nails stay in Rome, and the pope will be
the gamer by the cardinals views
1t is hardly necessary to say that this
government is not considering the expul-
sion of the friars from the Philippines. 1t
assumes that the Roman Church will deal
with that matter in the light of the facts
and of it's own interests. The friars are,
speaking generally, unworthy to remain in
that country. AS class they abused the
civil powers conferred upon them by
Spain. and maybe 1t was intended that
they should do So They became as rule
more of civil tyrants than of religious in
structors, with the result that the people
cordially hate them. They were largely
the cause OF the revolt against Spain. and
if restored to their old places would be
certain to give the United States govern
ment a great deal of trouble. Their reas-
signment to their old congregations in
deed, would be blow to both civil and re-
ligious interests and it should not be con-
sidered for moment
Church and state, while wholly diScon-
nected in America, have yet in this case a
similar duty to perform. The problem in
the Philippines is to root out corruption
and establish honesty and progress in its
place. AS well therefore could the civil
government afford to make use of SPANS
old civil servants in the archipelago,
trained as they were in corrupt ways. as
for the Roman Church to continue dfscred-
tied friars in places which in Spains time
they used for their own profit and to the
church's reproach And as we have civil
servants of our own for what is required
of the state. 50 has the Roman Church
Amercan-bred priests in abundance for
what in the circumstances Is required of it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Cardinal Gibbons in Rome,

The simple announcement from Rome
that Cardinal Gibbons was received in
audience yesterday by the pope is supple
m-nted by the following special from Lon
don:
The pope had long consultation with
cardinal Gibbons. says the Rome CORE
Sppndent of the Daily News regarding
Ine position OF Catholics in Cuba and the
PhlllpplneS- According 10 Authoritative in
formation. the pope sees the necessity of
compelling the mOnasIic orders TO adapt
themselves to the situation created by The
american occupation Cardinal Gibbons
made II clear 10 the pope that unless they
give way the American government NAV
expel them altogether.
Reports received at the Vatican from
the Philippines are much more serious than
those received from Cuba. The monks in
the Philippines are accused Of all kinds Of
atrocities. 1t Is reported that the spraad
OF C0ncubinage Is due to their refusal To
perform the marriage service without large
remuneration
We may receive with reserve these par
ucuiars Of what passed between the pope
and Cardinal Gibbons at this interview.
They keep their own counseIs at the Vat
lean. and chatter as little as trained iiplo-
mats do anywhere. The bare fact that
Cardinal Gibbons is in Rome and saw the
pope yesterday is important enough. That
means mat II the pope needs advice on the
question of the Roman Church in the Phil
ippines as 1t has been affected by Amer
lean control of the archipelago he will not
fan to seek 1t of the head of that church
In the United States. and that he could not
be better advised on the subject than by
the man who has done so much for his
communion under the protection of the
Tree institutions of this country. II the
subject did not come up yesterday. 1t Is
almost certain to do 20 during the cardi-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Kansas in Distress Again.
ON the Indian M Dolis Nawa

Kansas is in dire need and appeals to
the country for assistance. She wants help
and nothing short of about 10000 helpers
will satisfy her. The wheat crop is to be
cut. stacked and thrashed within short
time. The harvest promises to be great
Laborers are few. In the next three months
at least 10000 Of them will find steady
work and fine wages in Kansas. and the
states north and west are in similar need
Iowa will want help, and so will Nebraska
Minnesota and the Dakotas. The great
west simply languishes in its need for
workers. We ought to be equal to our Cd.
portunity. Great and golden as our pros
perity is. it must be met and utilized or
it dissipates.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Standard brands of canned bottled and package goods
of table dcace general
of the and things help
m for such and which be found
in a thoroughly modern, up-to-date stock.
Several items of special interest also be
Fifth Floor Undeprice Goods Department. Notably
Dinner Ware in patterns to be discontinued both in and single
nearly half former prices Also Havland
China Tea Cups and Sace dainty decorations purchased especial
for this Undepre Department offered much less than
the usual price
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Edwards Sensible Innovation.
rom the Boston Herald.

King Edward VII has done something
original. His birthday Is November 8.
That part Of the year Is not a pleasant
nounces that the birthday Of the late
queen. his mother, May "a. will serve for
himself. Now that borrowing a birthday
anniversary has a strong precedent, the
fashion will spread and May and October
become favorite months for celebrating.
Those who have attended presidential in
augurations in the United States wish that
March 4 could come in May.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
The EKOtist.

When l am glum and feeling blue
Why does all earth seem that way, too?
When I am feeling blythe and gay
Why does the whole world seem at play
When l was touched with love divine
Why did the stars more brightly shine?
When jealousy or hate controlled
Why did the stars at once grow cold?
1 sometimes fear to burdened be
With such responsibility.
For good or better, bad or worse,
/ regulate the universe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Lot 2. New, fine, thin Haviland
China Cups and Saucers in assorted
decorations, and call special atten-
ton to the dainty pink wild rose
pattern which is usually more ex-
pensive.
25c. per cup and saucer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Cottage Plate Racks.

We offer at a special price, lot
of new Plate Racks in both golden
and Flemish oak finish. They are
well made and finished. May be
used in the dining room or in the
hall for decorative purposes. Com
plete with screws ready to put up.
CSC. each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Ice Cream FreeZers.

We carry full line of the best
Ice Cream Freezers in standard
makes we have handled for wears.
All with the new Improvements also
the new "Up-to-date" and "XXth
Century styles. We quote few
items and request an inspection of
the good points of each make.
Gem Double motion Freezers, each si25
White Mountain Triple -motion Freezers
>"'n ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Is
Queen Triple-motton Freeners. each. 81 so
ASth Century" Freezers, each. so
'tp-to-date'' Freezers, each. ............S375
We call especial attention to the
"QUEEN' FREEZER. which has
all the good points of other triple
motion freezers, and, in addition. is
more simple in construction. easier
to clean and put together, and uses
the least possible amount of ice. No
more expensive than other best
quality machines. The smallest size
sells at
SI.SO each,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
travelling Goods
Department..

Every sort of travelling requisite
for a days outing-Hand Bags,
Telescope Cases, Canvas Carryalls,
Suit Cases, Drinking Cups, Shawl
Straps, Travelling Shawls or Steamer
Rugs, etc.
Drinking Cups Each. .15c and 25c.
Telescope Cases. Each .25c.
Canvas Cases, with lock. Each. 81. 25
Cowhide Shit Cases. Each. ................$3.9 o
Club Bags Each. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
Observation-Disclosures bldg.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Prosperity Strikes the Workingmen.
From the Springfield Republican

By means Of strikes, In part, but largely
through the voluntary action Of employers
wages are being lifted all around and the
workmen are thus coming into share of
the prevailing prosperity. 1t is stated in
news item from Youngstown, Ohio, for ex-
ample that unskilled labor there is now
commanding SIT day, the highest price
known in many years. Heretofore the pre-
vailing rate was 81. 80 day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

That was very lucid document you pre-
pared" said the friend.
Yes" answered the statesman dubious
ly Il made it so lucid that 1 am afraid
the public will fail to regard it as able and
profound"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Now let the enterprisng journalist inter-
view Hinky Dink. Bath house John, Rich
ard Croker and few other similar repre-
sentative statesmen on the effects of the
Porto Rican decision.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

The Supreme Court decision will be an
inviting topic for legal debate for some
time to come. Debate, however will be
merely a matter of mental diversion, as
the Supreme Court will hardly be induced
to change its mind by any further repre-
sentations
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
$3.50 each.
Ice Bags and Tablets,

We call special attention to the
Queen Ice Bags and Mallets,
which make it easy to break up the
ice for packing any freezer.
4Oc. complete.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

1t may be assumed that the wettest day
record has been established and that the
hottest day contest may begin pretty nearly
on schedule time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Survival of the Eiffeaf.

You say all the people around here are
healthy" said the stranger
That's what 1 said" answered the
native.
But it Is very bad climate"
Yes. People have to be extraordinarily
healthy or they don't stand it any time at
ALL
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Picnic Glassware.

Clear Pressed Glass Table Tumblers, dozen 24c.
Plain Glass Sauce Dishes, dozen. ........... Doe.
Imitation Cut Glass Salad Bowls each. Zoe.
Handled Lemonade Glasses. dozen. .......... .6oc.
Thin Blown Table Tumblers dozen .......... Soc.
Haf-galon Water Pitchers. each. ............19 Zoe.
Salt and Pepper Shakers. each. Sc.
Mustard Jars. with SPOON each. Toe.
Large Glass Punch Lemonade Bowls, each 81 %
Perfection Water Bottles, each. ............i 5c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Spain is said to entertain fears that the
United States will Yankee-ize the southern
continent. Having tried It's hand with so
little success Spain ought not to object to
a newcomer
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

The Chinese will regard the custom of
resigning from Office when angry as step
in the right direction 1t may lead to the
practice Of committing suicide on your
neighbours doorstep as a mode of revenge.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
SHOOTING STARS.
Quite as AnnOyinU.

"The mother-in-law joke is obsolete"
Yes" answered the young duke with
debts; but this father-in-law joke Is get
ting mighty tiresome."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Ttllnan has six years 10 serve and Nc
I.Aurin two The relative values of the
positions they have agreed 70 jeopardlze
would indicate that Tillman regards his
colleague as a 3 to l shot.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
A Question of Proof,

In spite Of thorns let roses live:
Midst faults, let friendships thrive anew,
II there were nothing to forgive
How could we know that love Is true7
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Bird Coler of New York says he may ac-
lively return to politics after he has made
plenty of money. As a conscientious person
IT behooves him to keep away from quiet
politics while he is making the money
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Thin Cup=and= Saucer

We offer another opportunity to
secure dainty, thin, decorated China
Tea Cups and Saucers at little cost.
Lot +. Fifty dozen Thin Japan
csc China Cups and Saucers in
choice blue and white decorations.
15c. per cup and saucer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Tom l.. Johnson says that the farmers
pay too much taxes and the corporations
too little. Mr.. Johnson is in danger of de-
scending to platitudes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

The changeable climatic conditions enable
the kicker to devote his attention indis-
criminately to the open and closed car
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

The colored South Carolina voter does not
feel called upon to display much sentiment
either way in the Tillman-McLaurin con-
troversy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

1t is now assured that the status of the
west Point cadet can be ascertained with
out taking him into the Supreme Court.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Only One Kind Barred.
From the Detroit Journal

A great deal Of misunderstanding and
some heart-sinkipg has been caused by the
statement that the Sultan of Turkey would
refuse to admit typewriters into that coun-
try.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

No pugilist has been SO generous as to
offer to put Gov. Nash through course of
physical culture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
New L Lettuce Leaf Ware.

We are now Showing the new
Lettuce Leaf Ware in great variety
Of shapes and sizes. We quote a
few items and invite an inspection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

Porto Rico is of Uncle Sans political
family. but relationship does not necessarily
Imply extreme intimacy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Picnic Req uisites.

We call special attention to our
large variety of picnic requisites
which are very inexpensive.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Self CONFEDERATION,

II don't see why you worry So" said tho
poor man to the rich one. Look at mo.
should be happy If I had a thousand dol
lars"
Yes. my friend There's the difference.
Think how much greater my distress in
feeling that 1 need a billion"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Picnic Eatabges.
Many dainty articles for the pic

mic menu at little prices.
Imported Boneless Sardfnes can..............2 3c.
Imported Sardnes, can. .....................1 5c.
Boued Chicken and Turkey. n...............2Jc pc.
alaSAd % iuou -ioc
Underwoods Deviled Ham, can.
Sliced Boiled Ham, jar. .15c.
Potted Ham and Tongue, can..................5c.
Clipped Beef. h. can. .25c.
Anderson's Jams, can. ......................1O c.
Choice Queen Olives, bottle. Observation-Disclosures c.
sweet and Sour Gherkins. bottle. .10c.
W. & LIS Grape Juice quart bottle. .iOc.
Roses Lime Juice. bottle. Observation-Disclosures c.
Cross Blackwell's Raspberry Vinegar. bottle. zoe.
Cantrell Coehran's Ginger Ale. dozen bots. 81 IS
Royal Salad Dressing bottle. DC.
McLaren's Imperial Cheese, jar. .25c.
Baked Beans, with tomato sauce, ....... .1bc.
Also a complete line Of Fancy Crackers and
Waters
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28

OIn order to avoid delays, on ac-
ronnt of personai absence, letters to
THE STAR should not be Addressed
"fice. bnt simply to THE STAR. to
The Editorial Business Depart
menfs. according to tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Yankee Strawberry

We also recommend the Yankee
Strawberry Huller, which takes the
caps from berries easily and without
MASKING the berry Or staining the
fingers.
SC. each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Summer Toys and
Outdoor Games. etc.

All the staple sorts of Toys and
Games and all the new ones, for
outdoor use Also Hammocks,
Swings. Base Ball Goods. Croquet
Sets, Tennis, Tether Ball, Garden
Sets, Japanese Parasols, Japanese
Lanterns, for lawn parties, Archery
Sets, Flags, etc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1901-05-28
Demonstration of Hasty Frutena Dessert.
Steamer Rugs or Travelling Shawls, Mems 81
Fifth floor.

june Patterns and Pattern Sheets r
tmelt-
El Paso daily herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1881-1901, 1901-02-21
MRS. PHILBROOK, KNOWN IN
MINE CIRCLES. IS DEAD

Mrs. Mary Philbrook, aged 60 years.
died at the residence of John II. James,
the mining expert. at 60 Mesa avenue
this morning. Mrs. Philbrook was a
widow and has been making her home
with Mr.. James for the past few years
She was also interested in mining and
owned considerable mining stock.
While returning from the Sierra Mo-
Jada mines in Mexico she received an
injury which is believed to have been
the cause of her death. She was get
ting on train when it started up and
threw her off. She fell upon her side
and injured one of her lungs. That
was about three weeks ago and she
had not been well since. A daughter
of the deceased came from California
yesterday. having been summoned to
the bedside of her dying mother. The
funeral will be held at the residence of
Mr.. James tomorrow at 10: 80 a. m. and
the body will be inferred in Concordia
cemetery
El Paso daily herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1881-1901, 1901-02-21
NOTHING HAS BEEN HEARD OF
IKE LEVY AND HIS PALS
No Trace of Them Can Be Found in
the West and He May Have Gone
East.

I'D to 9 o'clock this morning nothing
had been heard of Ike Levy nor the
two boys who disappeared with him
Tuesday night.
Yesterday the father of one of the
missing boys called at the police sta
ton and asked for aid in locating his
SON. His boy he said was only 13 years
of age and had been employed at the
Postal
kilograms were sent to Tucson and
Deming but up to this morning moth
ing had been learned of the where
abouts of the missing lads
[ The chief is of opinion that Ikey and
his pals went west only as far as the
smelter and afterwards doubled back.
for il is said that key had expressed
his intention of going east.
Enquiry at the smelter. however.
failed to locate Ike.
El Paso daily herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1881-1901, 1901-02-21
COMPANIES QUIETLY ORGAN
IZING TO DEVELOP OIL.
Interest In the Fields About Pecos Is
Increasing. and Ell Paso People Are
Buying Land.

The oil excitement that has been on
in Ell Paso for the past few days bids
fair to be genuine.
There are several claims in the east
ern part of Ell Paso county and others
in adjoining counties that are said to
be extremely rich and if the quantity
proves sufficient, will be a great thing
for FL Paso.
For the past several months a num-
Der of Ell Paso people have been buy
ing land in that vicinity with the hopes
of cinching the situation. Two COM
panies have been organized for the pur-
pose of developing the oil lands and
both are strongly backed. One COM
pany is headed by Senator TuIney
Richard Caples, and others while there
is another company, the details about
which cannot be given out at present.
that claims to have a much better pros
pect than the first. They are now buy
ing lands and investigating.