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St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
Garden Party for the
Waits Outing.

In New Orleans, Il noble woman,
Miss Sophie Wright, assisted by
the various circles of ..Kings
Daughters" has, for the past few
years, gathered together many Of
the waits of that great city and
give them 4 days oating III the
country.
This year the donations for that pur-
pose have fallen below the average;
hea ring this, some of the warm-hearteu
young girls of Covington decided to
assist her if possible, SO q garden party
at the residence of Mr.. and Mrs. L. +.
Hadden, was arranged, which proved
very successful. The sum of S25 was
realized and forwarded to Miss Wright,
said amount being one-fourth of what
was needed For train of three cars.
Following is the program of the
evening".
Prof. w. A. Dixon opened with a
clear and eloquent address, stating the
object of the entertainment.
Recitation, ''Little Orphant Annie, -
by Master J. Mullings.
Recitation, "Hervie Riel," by Prof.
w. A. Dixon.
Recitation, s'When Paw Begins to
Shave" by Master j. Mullings.
Recitation, parody on Casibianca, !"
by Miss Lydia Griffin.
The Covington Symphony Orchestra,
Miss Il. Weaver, Messrs. Hurrlc, Silas
Smith, +. blanche and Claud Cham
pagne, gave several selections.
Song, sour National Gods" little
Misses Camille Streams, and Ella and
Cecile O'Donnell.
Violin Solo, Mr.. Hurrle, accompa-
MED by Miss Il. Weaver.
Recitation, "Hebrew Mother" by
Miss AZalie BankstOn.
Vocal Selections, by Miss Blaffer.
The young girls who carried the
affair to such successful conclusion
were: Misses S. Hadden, A. Richard.
A. Mcdonnell, NJ. Kentzel, 1. Saunders,
A. Bankston aud ID. Cefelu, assisted by
Misses Weaver and Doerr, Messrs. 5.
Smith and j. Z. Nilsson.
One of the features of the evening
was beautifully hand-palnted flower
stand, and "Cindelella Slipper" do
mated to be rallied by Miss Blaffer, and
was won by number IA.
Many blessings on the young heads
that out of their own pleasures and du-
ties, found time to provide ways and
means for the enjoyment Of SO many
little ones.
Below is Miss Wright's letter of &C.
acknowledgement to them:
Louisiana Branch, International \
Order of The Kings Daughters \
aud Sons.
New Orleans, June %, 1901
Miss S. Hidden,
Dear friend, l. II N.-Your letter
with postoffice order for $50 90, just
received.
How can thank you and your CO.
workers for your ioviag interes. and
sympathy? Words fail me, and l car
only pray that the happiness you have
helped to give to Gods little ones, ma,
be returned ten-fold.
Only those who know their narrow
lives, their small, hot rooms, crowded
many times with sick, who play fol
ices to wet their parchcd and feverisl
lips, can realize what the days outin:
and ice fund means to them.
AS sit by my desk. pray that int
each of the young lives that God ha:
blessed with His gifts may come thai
sweet and tender happiness, the result
Of some sacritice--some act that make.
life brighter.
May God he with you all, is thu
prayer of Yours truly,
SOPHIE B. WRIGHT.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The completed assessment roll Of
Tangipahoa Parleh shows All in
crease of 81 600, 900 over the pre-
vious year. In 1900 that pari> II
was assessed a. $500 900. While
for the present Year IL Is s3.3OO. 600.
a line showing indeed.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
q. A. Q. D.

boeue Falaya Grove, No. ?.
Meets on the first and third SATURDAYS
u the month, at 1880 r. NJ, at Castle
HAN. &. DIP, Covington, La.
EDWARD THROBALD. Noble Arch.
i. B. HE1PEL. Secretary.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The weather was unusually warm
during the first part Of the week.
hut there was always breeze stir
ring. which rendered the heat less
Oppressive than it would have been
Tie nights are cool and pleasant.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Insure your life in The Mutual
Life insurance Company, Of New
York, the strongest in the world
See Mr.. Philip j. RYAN. special
agent. His advertisement is IN
another column.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

For Monarch Shirts, Arrow
Brand Collars and Cuffs, and new
line of dress shoes, call at J. 3.
Wortham's store, corner of Boston
and Columbia streets.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Next Thursday will he the slori-
Qua Fourth, the natal day Of Uncle
Sam. who has never been defeated
in war, and leads the world in the
pursuits of peace.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

There will be two judicial sales
ut the Courthouse to-day, in the
suit Of Henry J. Smith vs. John A.
Ely and Marie AK De Grey, tn
trix. and IN the succession Of Jessie
Heidelburg. See advertisement III
~anoth,r column.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Crowds of excursioists arrive by
train every Sunday and Wednes-
day, to enjoy day among the
pines, away from the heat. noise
and dust of the city.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The new ice factory is now in
full operation, with capacity of
ten tons q day. No danger of an
ice famine IN Covington.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The war tax on chewing gum
will be abolished next Monday,
July /. The war on chewing gum
will continue with undated fury.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
HO! FOR VAUDEVILLE

The Covington Brass Band will
give its second annual excursion
and picnic to Vaudeville next
Thursday, July 4. This is an OPP
portunlty to spend delightful day
on the Lake shore, and at the same
time help the band boys, who are
raising a fund to purchase uni
forms.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The CovingtOn Juniors defeated
the Abita Springs Club last Sun
day BY score Of 81 to IL.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Mr.. A. Sharp, who is in feeble
health, has moved 10 the family
homestead, near Lewisburg. We
hope he will soon be all right again
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

There was an enjoyable hay ride
anddance At Mulberry Grove Hotel
Monday night, in honor Of Miss
Edna Marrero, Of New Orleans.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
June 80. 1901.

Mr Roland Galatas is authorized
Jacksonville WY ""A .
M. James Kcyser Is AUTHORIZED
sS.ss agent for the FARMER at Sill
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

See the big advertisement Of
Jones & Pickett, on the first Page.
It speaks for ;tself. This enter
prising firm caters 10 the wants OF
the people, and they carry a COM
plete stock Of goods, from a lady's
hat to a genileman's No. 10 shoe.
They receive a vessel load Of
groceries and feed stuffs every
week. they carry big and varied
stock, and their prices are all right
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

We had good rain last Tuesday.
whcih greatly benefited the growing
crepe.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
Didn't Mary for Money.

The Boston man who lately mar
ried a sickly rich young woman, is
happy now. for lie got DIR. Kings
New Life Pills, which restored her
To perfect health. InfalliUle fol
Jaundlce. Blliiousncss, Malaria.
Fever and Ague and all Liver and
Stomach trunbles. Gentle but ef-
fective. Only 25c at the City Drug
Store, j. l.. Watkins proprietor
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

MARRIED. - In Covington,
La, Thursday, June 90, 1901, by
Z. r. Doyle, J. F., Mr.. Eli Jen-
kins and Miss Louisa Henley.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Mrs. A. f. Fon,lnl and lovely
daughter Irene, of New Orleans.
IN company with Mrs. j. Armand,
Of Vaudeville, visited Coyington
on Monday last, and were guests
of the Commercial House.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Canned Goats for sale at ]. b.
Wortham's store. All colors.
Best quality. Of course they are
coats of paint. Also oil and
painters supplies.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The electric light plant is not yet
IN operation. owing TO the non
arrival Of some parts Of the macl,in-
cry.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

WANTED-A man with small
capital to invest in an established
and paying business in Covington.
Apply at this Office.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

When you go to New Orleans
stop at PENIS Hotel, corner of st.
Charles and Poydras streets. All
front rooms, newly furnished
throughout. Charges reasonable,
by the day or week.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

An enjoyable eucllre party was
given by Mr.. and Mrs. b. NJ Miller
last Friday night. Six couples par
ticipated in the game. The gentle
mems fret prize was won by Mr..
Jos. i. Lancaster; BOBBY prize,
Sir. Harvey i. Ellis. Tie lady's
arst prize. Mrs. L. Guyol; BOBBY
prize, Mr.. Hardy II Smith, whu
was playing as young lady.
After the game choice refreshments
were served, ana some beautiful
vocal solos were rendered ty Miss
Lucille Guyol, accompanied on the
piano by Miss Grace Barelli.
Those present we're:
Mr.. and Mrs. b. M. Miller, Messrs
w. A. Dixon, Harvey E. Ellis, II. H
Smith, Jr., Robt. Lobdel, Jos. b. Lam
caster and E. ID. Kentzel, Misses Ora
Poitevent,l Grace Barelli, Lucille
Guyol and Mrs. L. Guyol.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

There was a scarcity of ice las,
week and part of this week. and
customers were put on short al
lowance, owing to the extra de-
mand caused by the heated term.
The managers Of the factory tried
to get ice from the city. but were
unable 10 do so until the middle OF
this week. From this time OF
they will have more than enough
ice to supply all demands.
The Parish of St. Bernard, ad
joining New Orleans, was withou
ice the latter part of last week, ant
We learn that there was consider
able complaint among the people
who live over there.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
J. M. YATES.
PARISH SURVEYOR
CONVICTION. LA
COVINGrON, LA

All orders left with II. X. Warren.
Clerk of Court, or addressed to j. NJ.
Yates. vcrgcr Postoilice, La, will re-
Give pro mpt atteat ion.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

The enhancement exercises Ol
Garden District school will take
place tonight.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
Henry J. Smith vs.. John A.. Ely ant
Marie Alix DE Gruy, tutrix No. GS.
Twenty-sixth Judicial District Court
of Louisiana. in and for the Parish
of st. Tammany.

BY virtue Of AZ or.irr oil sale
from the honorable the aforar...id court.
and to me directed
Twill proceed to sell at prbiio auction
ut the Courthouse door, i'll the town ei
,'ovlngton, ST Tanman. Parish. La.
on SATURDAY. June 20. 1907, between
legal sale honrs. the following described
property to wit:
A certain tract of land in the parish
of St Tammany, State OF Louisiana.
in section %. township 6, south Of
IA lge 10, east, containing l60 acres,
more or less, described as the south
west quarter Of section :3, township q,
sou b rangS 10, east, With all the build
ings and Improvements thereon.
Seized III the above entitled suit.
Terms of sale cash, with the benefit oil
apf.raisemsnt.
T. Z. BREWSTER, Sheriff.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Mr.. Reuben Hayseed's letter is
unavoidably laid over till next week.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Our farmer friend of the Farmer
says the WAVE was in error about
Covington base ball, and says 1t
should have read, "Crow after
Sunday" We apologize and con-
fess ignorance Of the fact that
'sdung hills had any special time
TO crow. We thought they crowed
in and ont Of season.-Mandeville
Wave.
Your apology is accepted, ard
due allowance made for your igno-
rance. The latter is frequently
manifest IN those who think they
know how to play base ball, bnt
the delusion is quickly dissipa,ed
"When Reuben Comes to Town. =
especially when he comes TO Gov
ington.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
Police Jury.

The next regular meeting of the
Police Jury will he held ON
MONDAY. July, s. 1901.
For transaction Of general bust
ness, and 10 review I'll. assessment
roll. A full attendance is request
ed.
GEO. KOEPp, JR.
President.
w. u. KEN TEL. Secretary.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Mrs. VIM. A. Reggie, with her
daughter, Mrs. q. D. Sanvinet, to-
gether with her charming little
daughters Messrs. Beulah and
Gladys, have been stopping with
their brother and uncle, Mr.. +.
J. Rillieux, in Bayou Lacombe.
Mr.. q. D. Sanvinet, druggist, OF
New Orleans, made flying trip
to join his wife and daughter. Mr..
Rlllieux had for guests Mr.. q. A.
Picou, jeweler, Of New Orleans,
and Miss NJ. Lemelle. Mrs. VIM
E. Picou and her daughter, Miss
Alice Picou, are also the guests Of
MIR. Rillieux.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

BASE BALL.-There Will be a
game of bsae ball in Cosington
Sunday afternoon between the
S,auffcr, Eshlcman & Co.'S club,
IF New Orleans, and the Coving-
ton Club. This club comes we'll
recommended, as they defeated
the Ch,lds Bros club last Sunday
by q score of u TO 0.
There will also be a game Sun
day morning between the Ablta
Springs club and the coslns'on
Juniors
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
T. 4. BREWSTER, Sheriff.

q. S. LaI.d Office, New Orleans, La.
May 81, 1901.
Not &c is hereby given that the 'ollow
iug-Eamel tier hax filed notice of his
intention to maze fiEal proof in support
of his claim, and that said Proof will be
made before II. II. Warren. clerk of the
court, a. Covington, la, on Wedne j.
day, July 3. 1901, viz:
ANGUISH g. PARKER,
Who made home stead entry Nc. q, SOL
for the southeast quarter Of the south
west quarter, southwest Iuar.ar Of
he southeast qnalter " section Is. and
the west half OF tho northeast quarter.
SECTION "a. township 6, sOuth r.ngs -.
east, ST. Helena meridian.
Ys names the following witnesses Ia
PROVE his continuous resi;enc- npon
and cultivation of said hand VIZ:
Adolph Parker, Oliver Parker. J. +.
Parker aud Andrew Magee, all of Violin
p. D. La.
nr,y 25.5s WALTER l.. Cohen. Register.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Abita Springs Fire Co. No. 2 will
give grand entertainment and bal
at CoDrad's Hall, on Satur day
night. July 20, for Tie benefit Of
the engine fund. The cause is $
worthy one, ard there will doubt
less be laige attendance. Ad.
mission. 25 cents. Children l0c:s,
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29

Judge Robert X. Reid and Miss
Katherine Z. Buck were married
at Independence, La. last We'd
nesday. We extend congratula-
tions to the happy young couple,
AMI wish them . joyful and pros
porous future.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1901-06-29
y. Saa'natty farmer.

y. Taa'rpany farmer.
June 80, 1901.
- Mr. Roland Galatas is authorize,
jacksonville ann IN /"
a Mr.. James Kcyser Is AUTHORIZED
scsas agent for the FARMER at Sill
q. A. O. D.
b0eue Falaya Grave. No. g.
Meets on the first and third SATURDAYS
IN the month, at 1880 p. NJ, at Castle
HAL. =. OFF,, Covington, La.
EDWARD THEoBALD. Noble Arch.
+. b. HEAPEL. Secretary.
Mr.. Reuben Hayseed's letter is
unavoidabiy laid over till next week.
We had good rain last Tuesday.
whcih greatly benefited the growing
crops.
The Covington Juniors defeated
the Abita Springs Club last Sun
day BY score Of 81 to II.
The electric light plant is not yet
IN operation, owing 10 the non
arrival Of some parts Of the macl,in-
cry.
The war tax on chewing gum
will be abolished next Monday,
July /. The war on chewing gum
will continue with undated fury.
Mr.. A. Sharp, who ls in feeble
health, has moved 10 the family
homestead, near Lewisburg. We
hope he will soon be all right again
The new ice factory is now in
full operation, with a capacity of
ten tons day. No danger of an
ice famine IN Covington.
There was an enjoyable hay ride
a1ddance Al Mulberry Grove Hotel
Monday night, in honor Of Miss
Edna Marrero, Of New Orleans.
For Monarch Shirts, Arrow
Brand Collars and Cuffs, and new
line of dress shoes, call at }. 3.
Wortham's store, corner of Boston
and Columbia streets.
Crowds of excursioists arrive by
train every Sunday and Wednes-
day, to enjoy day among the
pines, away from the heat. noise
and dust of the city.
The weather was unusually warm
during the fret part Of the week.
hut there was always a breeze stir
ring, which rendered the heat less
Oppressive than it would have been
Tie nights are cool and pleasant.
Next Thursday will he the glori-
Qua Fourth, the natal day OF Uncle
Sam, who has never been defeated
in war, and leads the world in the
pursuits of peace.
Insure your life in The Mutual
Life insurance Company, Of New
York, the strongest in the world
See Mr.. Philip j. RYAN, special
agent. His advertisement is IN
another column.
There will be two judicial sales
at the Courthouse to-day, in the
suit Of Henry J. Smith vs. John A.
Ely and Marie AK De Grey, tn
trix, and IN the succession OF Jessie
Heidelburg. See advertisement IN
-anoth,r column.
Abita Springs Fire Go. No. 2 will
give grand entertainment and ball
at CoDrad's Hall, on Saturday
n,cht. July 20, for tie benefit Of
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1901-05-31
Pleasing Entertainment,

Last night most pleasing enter
ttinmcnt Was given al the Welsh
congregational church ON West Mar
kcl street, y Well arranged pro-
elHmme was rendered which con-
sisted of several vocal sulos and musi-
cal numbers
Benjamin Thomas sang In old
Madrid" in il rich tenor voice and was
Well received by the audience. w. i.
Hopkins and Watkins Isaac rendered
II duet in most pleasing manner,
and the principal feature ON the pro-
Sramme was a selection by the Tenn :
perance Glee club of the church. The
competitive recitation, entitled ~
Have Drank My Last Glass" was re-
cited by David Jones, James Lewis,
Eulautha Jones and Elvct Jones, the
first and third parties capturing the
prizes.
Rev Il. :. Reese. of the Puritan
Congregational church, acted as ad
judicator.
Others on the programme were
Henry HitchinSs, Gwene Powell and
the Christian Endeavor society Glee
club.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1901-05-31
BoMBARDING CLOUDS.
Some Mysterious Effects Produced
by the Cannonading,

In general. the effects of the shooting
are; thunder stops, lightning retreats
To a distance, wind dies down, melting
sIeet or rain fails, clouds diSpcrse, and
sky clears. says Eugcn" i, lNle in
ENerybody'S Magazine.
And the cause of all thcs" effects?
That Is lust exactly what people do
nor know vet. As rule, those meteor
nlogists who try 10 explain point To the
whld-ring that bursts from the can
nous mouth and whirls aloft among
the clouds.
However. here is "A theory: First, the
sustained bumbardmrnt of wind-rings
uush M little by little The lower strata
of calm, warm air, ill they are forced
against the Stum-rluudS themselves.
Here they meet The descending Nhill-
winds of cold air, which they turn
about, press back and dIsprrsc Thus
the formation of hail is checked at its
very beginning, should There be any
hailstuncs already there, the warm air
lulns Them into sluShy Jumps like
SNOW. lu conclusion, the authors re-
peat that th,ir theory Is merely pro-
yislunul When the effects of the can
non Shall be demonstrated, then the
present blind nghtng against hail can
he reduced To an exact science, with
results assured and inevitable. Mean
time the vine grower keeps on firing,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1901-05-31
Shooting Matches Yesterday.

Three shooting matches were heldson
Ciammon's hill yesterday. in which a
number of clean shots participated.
The first one was a swecpstake be-
tween ten amateurs. in which the fol-
lowing scores were made:
Thomas Johns. &. Alexander Bender,
4: Thomas T.. Evans, 81 Oscar Os-
wald. y. Charles Evans. 3. Y. 7.
Evans, 3: Philip Williams. 3; John u.
Johns. .: Albert Carson. .; Thomas
H. Jones. !.
Thomas Johns and Bender shot off
tn" tie for first place, each killing a
bird. but owing to Il lack of birds, it
was necessary to postpone the finals
until "A later date William Marsh
was referee and David j. Davis acted
as trapper.
The shooters afterwards dined at
Fairchld's hotel. where a social ses-
sion was cnjoved.
The second match was between sim
Davis. who killed ont of 10 birds.
William Marsh won second prize with
d killed and Ciem Marsh and Fred
Warnke divided third prize each kill
ing ) birds.
Thomas Orr was the promoter of the
contest.
Members of the Electric city Wheel
men sho, at clay pigeons. and the fol-
lowing scores were made by the lead
.rs: ]. j. Hughes. s: Howard Will
liams. g. w. $. James. 4: DR.. Ray
mond 4: Frank DePue. . Williams
and Raymond shot Oft the tie. and the
latter won.
Individual matches were shot be-
tween Frank Depue and j. j. Hughes.
the former making :. and the latter -.
The match between Harry McCracken
and Frank Depue was won by the
latter bv Il score of 4 to >.
Among the others who also shot and
missed were: j. Elmer Crane. c. Nj.
Florey. W. +. Williams. u. y. Han.
". .. DcPu". T.. D. Morse. Harry Me-
Cracken. VIII Seagraves. Dr. Struppler,
II. w. Luce, j. J. Becker u. :. Darling.
Bert James and John Morris.
j. J. Hughes was referee, Will Sea -
graves trapper and T.. ID. Morris scorer.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1901-05-31

than both children Of foreign parent
age and children of foreisp and Amer
iCan parentagc.
1t has been for IL long time under
discussion whether it is not better to
teach right handed children to use
their left hand more, the idea being
10 increase symmetry ANA uniformity
in their Development This theory
seems very plausible, but recent in-
vcstigation tends to show that right
handodness is natural, and that It's
superiority over the left hand incr"as-
es with growth. also that the bright
est pupils are, so 10 speak, NOR" right
handed than the others, The l"il
hand does best when it supplements
or helps the right hand 1t Is
u general opinion that CRIMINALS nav"
more left handed than right-h handed
peopl" among them
In a statistical Investigation If the
early life Of fifty great men of the
present century, it WAS found mat
while they are absent -nind"d, Srn"r-
ally speaking, their memories are very
strong in the things they are inter-
csted ln In childhood they seem 10
be more imaglnttiH" IMAM ave'aS"
children. II Is generally said that Il
great man owes his success To his
mothers influence, bun there are many
exceptions. They Wor" influenced
much by some one person, and the
mothers place VAS often supplied by
that of an aunt or relative, The child
born of parents IN the prime of phNSi-
al life probably has the better chance
of greatness, for the average age "t
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1901-05-31

punishment in due season. There is
time in many a boys life when ne
thinks he is lord OF everything, ana
it would seem that good whipping
is often the best way to cure TINS de-
feet Tenderness is excellent Tor most
children, but there are certain natures
ON whom it is wasted, because they
simply abuse II.
Conscience dose not seem I" he very
powerful in children before the age of
nine. Preaching or advice unsought
for does not seem tn do much good,
while suggestion does. AS To the in
tluencc of companions, 1t was greatest
between the ages of ten and fifteen.
This influence is nest to that of home.